 Assisted transportation for
seniors
What? SPRINT provides
assisted transportation and escort services to seniors and people with
disabilities who need to go to medical appointments, community support
programs and SPRINT services. Our team also schedules shopping
expeditions to grocery stores or malls.
How? SPRINT partners
with Toronto Ride and
coordinates with other agencies and community partners to meet your
needs for rides.
Fee? Assisted
transportation is provided at reasonable costs to eligible individuals.
Please check our fee schedule.
Next step? Contact the
SPRINT Information Desk at (416) 481-6411 to register. You can also
email InformationDesk@SPRINT-homecare.ca.
When you register, it is our goal to help you book your first ride with
us immediately so you can attend an appointment within the next 48
hours or later. Once registered, try to book your rides at least one
week in advance.
Counseling
What? SPRINT clients benefit from interacting with our caring and experienced social workers. All our social workers are registered professionals. They provide clients with support in these areas: individual and family counseling, advocacy, assessment, crisis intervention, information and referral services, case management, and care planning.
How? Please call our information desk at (416) 481-6411 for more information
Fee? These services are provided free of charge to eligible individuals.
Next steps? Contact the
SPRINT Information Desk at (416) 481-6411 to register. You can also
email InformationDesk@SPRINT-homecare.ca.
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Meals on Wheels for seniors and
people with disabilities
What?
SPRINT volunteers and staff
deliver hot and frozen nutritional meals 365 days a year in North
Toronto. They deliver right to your doorstep! Dietitians plan the menus
for Meals on Wheels. Better nutrition leads to better long-term health.
Seniors and people with disabilities can also order fruit and vegetable
boxes, milk, sandwiches and meal replacement supplements.
How?
You need to register with SPRINT to start ordering your Meals on Wheels
deliveries.
Fee?
Since we rely on volunteers to deliver your meals, we can keep costs
well below what you would expect to pay. Please check our fee schedule.
You can also check www.mealsonwheels.ca.
Next
step? Contact the SPRINT Information Desk at (416)
481-6411 to register. You can also email InformationDesk@SPRINT-homecare.ca.
You will be able to receive your first Meals on Wheels delivery within
48 hours after you register with SPRINT.
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Community dining for
seniors
What?
Seniors who live alone find it difficult at times to feel very
motivated to cook a nutritious hot meal. If you enjoy excellent food,
good company and entertainment, join the hundreds of seniors who
regularly attend SPRINT community dining events across North Toronto.
Each event is generally attended by around 10 to 25 diners. Better
nutrition leads to better long-term health. And, sharing good food
lifts the spirit.
How?
Call ahead to reserve your spot at one of our community dining
locations. Your chair will be waiting for you! You will be asked to
fill out a registration form at the first dining event you attend. Once
registered, you can attend any of our events across the city. You can
also email CommunityDining@SPRINT-homecare.ca for more information.ca
Fee?
Dietary staff, including professional cooks, plan and prepare our
meals. However, we rely on volunteers to serve your meals and the
generous support of sponsors who make available space. So, we can keep
costs well below what you would expect to pay at a local restaurant.
And, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food!
Next
step? Contact the SPRINT Community Dining
Department at (416) 481-6411 to reserve your seat at your first event.
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Friendly visiting/telephone
assurance for seniors
What?
Everybody needs a buddy! SPRINT volunteers visit elderly seniors in
North Toronto who live at home but may find it hard to get out much. A
screened volunteer can pay you a regular visit or phone you to make
sure you are safe.
How?
You need to register with SPRINT so we can match you with a person you
will enjoy meeting regularly.
Fee?
This service is provided free of charge.
Next
step? Contact the SPRINT Information Desk at (416)
481-6411 to register. You can also email InformationDesk@SPRINT-homecare.ca.
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Home-at-Last
What?
When they are about to go home after a hospital stay, patients may be
eligible to receive assistance from a Personal Support Worker (PSW).
Clients who receive support during the first hours after coming home
from hospital are less likely to be readmitted unnecessarily.
How?
The PSW meets the patient at bedside, accompanies him or her home and
helps the patient settle in at home. It’s possible to make stops along
the way to pick up medications, equipment or necessities. The client
can also take home complimentary Meals on Wheels dishes so the fridge
won’t be empty.
Fee?
The Home at Last program is funded by the Ontario government. Eligible
clients don’t have to pay for the services, including follow-up visits
after the client gets home. The program doesn’t fund medications or
groceries.
Next
steps? Home at Last services are provided through
a partnership between seven of Toronto’s hospitals, nine community
service agencies such as SPRINT and CCACs (Community Care Access
Centre). Patients about to be discharged will be told about the service
by their hospital discharge coordinator. Of course, patients can also
inquire about Home at Last. In the SPRINT catchment area, the program
is now available at Mount Sinai, St. Joseph’s Health Centre, St.
Michael’s Hospital, Sunnybrook and Toronto East, Toronto General and
Toronto Western hospitals.
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What?
This program provides eligible,
isolated home-bound seniors (often 80 years of age or older) with
access to comprehensive, interdisciplinary geriatric assessments and
on-going home care. All health care is provided by regulated health
professionals who come to the client’s home and also provide needed
links to additional community support services.
Next
step? If you are a caregiver (or health care
provider) looking after a senior who you think may be eligible for this
support service, please contact the SPRINT social work department at
(416) 481-6411 and ask for extension 225.
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Home care services for seniors
All of SPRINT home care services are
provided by college-trained Personal Support Workers or other specially
trained staff.
Homemaking
– home care. SPRINT can provide a range of home
care to help you and your family member live at home independently and
safely. Some seniors need help with homemaking tasks such as light
cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping or an escort to a medical
appointment.
Personal
care – home care. Some elderly seniors can only
live at home safely when they receive help with personal care such as a
bath or medication reminders.
In-home
respite care (day/evening/overnight) – home care.
Many families search for respite care. It can be exhausting to provide
daily care for a family member with physical and/or cognitive
impairments. SPRINT staff can give such caregivers a break and engage
the care recipient in appropriate activities. This service is available
daily, including overnight. It gives caregivers peace of mind and
opportunity to maintain their own health and well-being. Please, also
check out information on our Adult Day Programs.
How?
Call our Information Desk at (416) 481-6411 to discuss your needs for
home care.
Fees?
Many seniors and their families arrange to pay privately for home care
services provided by SPRINT Personal Support Workers. Since SPRINT is a
non-profit agency, our rates are competitive with other providers in
North Toronto. Moreover, once you start working with SPRINT, you have
easy access to other practical services such as assisted
transportation, Meals on Wheels, and so on. Please review our fee
schedule. Some clients who require personal home care services may be
eligible for their services to be covered by Community Care Access
Centres, an agency with the province of Ontario. CCACs provide an
access point to health and personal support services to help
individuals live independently at home or assist them in making the
transition to a long-term care home. You can learn more at www.ccac-ont.ca
Next
steps? Contact the SPRINT Information Desk at
(416) 481-6411 to arrange home care services. You can also email InformationDesk@SPRINT-homecare.ca.
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Adult day programs for seniors 
What?
Seniors and or adults who are physically frail and/or have a cognitive
impairment are offered a secure environment to participate in social
and recreational activities. The program strives to support
independence while focusing on the individual’s current strengths and
abilities. Opportunities are provided to socialize with peers and
participate in exercise and other areas of interest. The program helps
prevent pre-mature or inappropriate institutionalization. Click here to read to wonderful story shared by a member of our program.
While the program member receives
care, family members/caregivers find respite from their caregiving
responsibilities. The programs run during the days, afternoons into the
evenings, and on Saturdays at the Anne
Johnston Health Station on Yonge Street near Eglinton Avenue.
How?
You need to talk to a social worker to enroll into the program. Transportation to and from Anne Johnston Health
Station may be available at a reasonable fee when needed.
Fees?
Please refer to our fee schedule.
Next
steps? Please schedule an appointment with a
social worker for our Adult Day Services by calling (416) 486-8666,
extension 227.
More…
Please note that the social worker for our Adult Day Services
provides support to individuals and families. This social worker also facilitate support groups for
spouses/partners at our Anne Johnston location.
A SPRINT social worker, at our 140 Merton Street location, facilitates a
caregiver support group for adult children who are caregivers. For more
information, click here.
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Dementia homes for seniors with
Alzheimer
Ewart Angus Home and Cedarhurst are
residences for people living with Alzheimer's and related dementias who are no longer safe
living in their own home. In these small home-like residences, trained
and caring staff encourage residents to be as involved as they are able in the activities of daily
living. Ewart Angus Home celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2009. Fact sheet.
For more information about Ewart Angus Home, you can call the home at (416) 544-0689. For the SPRINT about Cedarhurst you can call (416) 447-1474 or check the website www.cedarhursthome.ca
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Peer support groups, caregiver support groups
What? Our peer support group offers seniors an opportunity to share information and experiences with other older adults in a warm, relaxing atmosphere. Two-hour sessions include guest speakers and discussions on topics of interest to seniors living independently in the community. Transportation is provided if needed. The sessions take place at 140 Merton Street (near Davisville/Yonge Streets).
What? Caregiver support groups
Senior Peoples' Resources in North Toronto offers two Caregiver Support Groups which provide caregivers with an opportunity to learn and share in a supportive setting with others experiencing similar situations. SPRINT offers the following groups:
- The Caregiver Support Group for Adult Child Caregivers is for caregivers who provide care for a parent with dementia living in the community or in long term care.
- The Caregiver Support Group for Spouses and Partners is for spouses and partners who provide care for a spouse or partner with dementia in the community or long term care.
How? Just call our Information Desk so we can match you up with one of our
registered social workers for an initial get-to-know you talk.
Fee? These programs are offered free of charge.
Next
steps? After you talk to a social worker and
decide to join one of our support groups, you need to register with
SPRINT. To do so, please contact the SPRINT Information Desk at (416)
481-6411 and ask for extension 225. A social worker will enroll you in
a support group of your choice. You can also email InformationDesk@SPRINT-homecare.ca.
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Social work
What? Older adults and adults with disabilities who experience challenges living independently in the community can benefit from talking to a SPRINT social worker. Often, an older individual may be having difficulty caring for him or herself and may feel overwhelmed by the activities of daily life. Eligible individuals are those who have difficulty coping with day-to-day activities, caregiving duties and significant life changes. Our social workers can visit a client’s home if invited to do so or talk by phone. Clients can also join support groups. Social Workers provide information and referrals about services; confidential counseling to clients and their families; discuss family supports; the meaning and importance of Power of Attorney; and what type of help the individual would like to receive to best move forward.
How? Just call our Information Desk so we can match you up with one of our
registered social workers for an initial get-to-know you talk.
Fee? These programs are offered free of charge.
Next
steps? After you talk to a social worker and
decide to join one of our support groups, you need to register with
SPRINT. To do so, please contact the SPRINT Information Desk at (416)
481-6411 and ask for extension 225. A social worker will enroll you in
a support group of your choice. You can also email InformationDesk@SPRINT-homecare.ca.
Health and Wellness Programs
What? SPRINT offers fun and easy, chaired-based exercise programs in several
locations in North Toronto. These drop-in programs are designed to
increase your muscle strength, flexibility, posture and balance.
Other
programs. You are invited to join the many health
and wellness activities that SPRINT provides in the community. Often,
SPRINT collaborates with others to provide workshops on health related
topics, special events and other activities that increase your sense of
well-being and belonging. To find out about what’s happening this
month, please contact Justine at (416) 481-0669 extension 287
How? You can drop in and check out one of our classes and register at that
time. We strongly recommend that you consult with your doctor before
participating.
Fee
schedule. These classes are offered free of
charge. We thank our sponsors for making this possible!
Next
steps? Contact Justine at (416) 481-0669 extension
287 to find out more about how to get started. You can also email InformationDesk@sprint-homecare.ca or call (416) 481-6411 for more information.
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Footcare clinics
SPRINT facilitates bi-weekly footcare
clinics at 140 Merton Street in Toronto. Our services are provided by
registered RPNs. You can book appointments by calling (416) 481-6411.
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