Seniors Community Health Team

The Seniors Community Health Team is a team of health care professionals dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of seniors.

Our Team members include:

• Social Worker
• Registered Nurse
• Occupational Therapist
• Physiotherapist
• Dietitian
• Pharmacist

By visiting seniors in their homes, we:

• Help to improve seniors’ quality of life.
• Help seniors to stay healthy and independent at home and in the community.
   

Who is eligible for the Seniors Community Health Team?

You are eligible if you are a senior and any of the following apply:

• You’ve had changes in your health or abilities.
• You are on multiple medications.
• You are unsteady and/or have had recent falls.
• You’ve had noticeable changes in your memory.
• You have questions about nutrition and food.
• You want to learn more about programs and services for seniors.

What does the Seniors Community Health Team do?

We visit seniors in their homes and may:

• Gather a social and health history
• Review medications
• Test balance and strength
• Measure blood pressure
• Test memory skills
• Check the home and suggest safety improvements
• We will contact other health care providers as needed to help coordinate resources and services.