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Program:
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Geriatric Interprofessional Assessment Clinic
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Address:
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170 Emmett Ave
Toronto, ON
M6M 2J5
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Map
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Intersection:
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West of Jane St and North of Eglinton Ave W
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Accessibility Notes:
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Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * braille elevator, lowered buttons * designated parking
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Hours:
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Please contact clinic to confirm hours of operation
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Service Description:
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Out-patient clinic providing assessment for seniors who have changes in memory, multiple chronic health conditions, poor balance, falls, repeated emergency department visits, unexplained weight loss or new incontinence
Services include:
- comprehensive geriatric assessment of cognition, function, mobility, mood, complex medical and psychosocial factors
- assessment of restorative potential including referral to programs and development of home exercise programs
- diagnosis, health teaching and supportive counseling regarding current and future needs
- review of medications
- recommendations regarding mobility, home safety, exercise, bone health, diet, continence and caregiver stress
- education, referral and linkage with community partners and agencies
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Application:
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Medical referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Adults 65 years and older, who have multiple chronic health conditions
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Languages:
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English * French
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Language Notes:
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Interpretation available upon request
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