TeleCheck
Headwaters Health Care Centre
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Record #:
CWL0272
Last Modified:
08 Feb 2024
Last Full Update:
09 Jun 2023
Record Details
Social Media | Website: headwatershealth.ca/telecheck |
Social Media |
Description & Services
Alternate Name | (formerly Community Torchlight/Distress Centre Wellington Dufferin) ; TeleCheck - Dufferin |
Description | Telephone Reassurance - pre-scheduled phone calls, 7-day service, for adults 55+ supporting independent living * quick emergency response when required * assistance in accessing community resources Benefits of scheduled check-in calls: •healthy routine reminders (e.g. medication, meals, exercise, appointments) •increases and supports social connection •ensures safety, health and well-being •quick link to emergency response when required, and community resources •support to caregivers and those living with dementia •family relief for vacations •all calls are confidential |
Hours | Daily 8:30am-12noon * 3:30pm-7pm |
Areas Served | Dufferin County |
Eligibility | 55 plus * Referrals under 55 years will be assessed |
Application | Call to request service * No Assessment * No referral required |
Fees | None |
Languages | English ; French - Website |
Contact Information
Address & Map | |
Intersection | Lackey Dr and Centennial Dr |
Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
Office Phone | 519-415-3764 |
After Hours Phone | 519-415-3764 Voicemail |
Toll Free Phone | 1-866-743-7818 |
dcowen@headwatershealth.ca | |
Website | headwatershealth.ca/telecheck |
Primary Contact | Diane Cowen, Manager |
Other Details
Print Material | TeleCheck-Dufferin, brochure; poster board with tear offs |
Established | March 2004 |
Funding | Provincial |
Service Level | (50) Non Profit |
Subjects
Subjects | Caregiver support ; Security checks ; Seniors ; Telephone support |