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Program:	Outreach
Organizations:	St Joseph's Health Care London Parkwood Institute - Specialized Geriatric Services
Phone Numbers:	519-646-6100 ext 44028
Fax:	519-685-4020
Email:	sgs@sjhc.london.on.ca
Website:	www.sjhc.london.on.ca/areas-of-care/specialized-ge...
Address:	Main Bldg 550 Wellington Rd London, ON N6C 0A7
Intersection:	Wellington Rd and Commissioners Rd E
Location:	London (South)
Accessibility:	Wheelchair Accessible
Hours:	Intake: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Service Description:	Peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers * sessions may include information such as advanced directives and safety issues Services include: Southwestern Ontario Regional Geriatric Program Southwestern Ontario Regional Psychogeriatric Program - Enhances the care of older adults who are challenged with mental health problems such as depression, psychotic disorders and dementia * program consists of a geriatric psychiatrist and clinical nurse specialist with expertise in mental health issues * services provided by the team include clinical consultation, education, and community development Geriatric Mental Health Program - Psychiatry consultation, evaluation and medication services for older adults Discharge Liaison Team - Support for inpatients with complex, yet stable mental health needs who no longer require specialized hospitalization as they transition from hospital to a long term care home Third Age Outreach Geriatric Resource Nurse Outreach Team - Seven RNs specializing in care of frail elderly * provide assessments and recommendations for patients in Huron, Perth, Grey, Bruce, Elgin and Oxford Counties
Fees:	Free
Application:	Call * no referral required
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:	Older adults and adults with disabilities, and their caregivers
Languages:	English
Area(s) Served:	London and area
This information was last completely updated on: 8-16-2024
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