William Osler Health System - Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness - Behavioural Support

Application

Referrals can be made by anyone; within a government funded agency; who has identified a learning need related to the mental health of the elderly; or anyone concerned about an older adult who may have a psychological, behavioural or memory problem

Eligibility / Target Population

Must be a government funded agency such as: Ontario Health atHome; Long Term Care Homes; Adult Day programs; Homemaking agencies; Supportive Housing; Respite Care programs dealing with dementia and mental health issues

Fees

None

Contacts

Rahima Jiwani - Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant
rahima.jiwani@williamoslerhs.ca

Languages

English ; Gujarati

Area Served

Brampton

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services

Provides:

education to enhance knowledge and skills of staff
consultation about learning needs
care plans and programs related to challenging responsive behaviours of clients / residents
assistance with referrals to services and resources and enhanced development of linkages between services providing dementia care

Responsible for: Responsible for:

6 Brampton Long Term Care Homes

Community retirement homes and private dwellings

Hospital based acute care

Behavioural Support - Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant