| Programme: | Seniors Mental Health Service | ||
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West Park Healthcare Centre Seniors Services |
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| Description des services: | Mental health service for older adults (60 years and older) with concerns about memory loss, mood, anxiety, stress, loss, or a previously diagnosed mental health disorder. This service cannot provide urgent medical care or crisis services. Service includes: - in-home mental health assessment(s) with individualized recommendations for clients who meet triage criteria - support in-person, by phone or online regarding resource navigation and caregiver consultation - cognitive testing - indirect psychiatric consultation model (assessment by mental health clinician, which is reviewed with geriatric psychiatrist consultant); note: client is not seen directly by psychiatrist - development of a care plan - recommendations and information about management and coping with mental health and/or cognitive changes - referrals or linkages to other community services or mental health programs This service is also helpful for care partners experiencing stress who would like information about local home and community services or guidance on the process of applying for long-term care. | ||
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| Admissibilité / population desservie: | Older Adults Only | ||
| Procédé et formulaires: | Referrals can be made directly by individuals, physicians, community service providers or concerned family members. Telephone or fax referrals are accepted. The referral form is available on the website. Inclusion criteria: Individuals 60 years of age or older who: - Are experiencing a mental health issue (or symptoms from a previously diagnosed mental health issue) - Display significant changes in mood, behaviour or cognition - Have difficulty managing safely due to changes in their mental function - Are medically stable - Reside in the community (including a retirement residence), excluding long-term care | ||
| Langues: | English ; Interpretation Services | ||
| Zone(s) desservie(s): | Municipalities: Etobicoke ; North York ; Toronto ; York | ||
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| Numéros de téléphone: | 416-243-3732 | ||
| Crise: | Call 911 in emergencies | ||
| Site Web: | www.uhn.ca/medicine | ||
| Adresse postale: |
170 Emmett Ave Toronto, ON M6M 2J5 |
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| Heures d’ouverture: |
Mon 9am-5pm * Tue 9am-5pm * Wed 9am-5pm * Thu 9am-5pm * Fri 9am-5pm |
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| Contacts: |
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| Les présents renseignements ont été entièrement mis à jour le 8/11/2025 | |||
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