Long Term-Care Care Homes are for those individuals who have health care needs that cannot be met with any combination of caregiving, care in one's home or care in one's community.
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Independent Living |
Supportive/Assisted Living |
Long-Term Care Homes |
Who |
Individual is able to manage the daily tasks of living independently by oneself or with assistance. |
Individual needs minimum to moderate levels of assistance with daily living. |
Individual needs availability of 24 hour care. |
Types of Housing |
Owned or rented house, apartment, condo, etc.
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Owned or rented accommodation in Seniors or Supportive Living community such as Senior housing developments. Retirement homes. |
Long-Term Care Homes; access through the Community Care Access Centres throughout Ontario |
Support Services |
Individual is responsible for securing and funding any assistance needs i.e. home modifications, maintenance, personal care, etc. |
Supports available on site and may include meals, personal support, health care, activities, etc. |
24 hour personal support and nursing care available |
Cost |
Individual pays for everything. |
Individual pays for housing expenses; on-site services costs vary by location & service provider. |
Ministry of Health & Long Term Care & Resident both pay. (Co-payment system) Finances are not a barrier for any Ontario resident |
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/ltc/15_facilities.aspx
Southwest Healthline www.southwesthealthline.ca/listServices.aspx?id=10665