Community Support Services
Community Support Services (CSS) at NSHN provides assistance to individuals to help them maintain independence and quality of life in their own home, particularly for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
These services include a wide range of supports, such as:
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assisted living/personal care
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medical transportation
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Meals on Wheels
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grief support
CSS plays a vital role in the health and quality of life for seniors living in our community and provides peace of mind to the individual, their families and caregivers.
CSS Client Bill of Rights
Under the rights outlined in Section 9(1) of Ontario Regulation 187/22 under the Connecting Care Act, 2019, CSS must post and follow the Client Bill of Rights.
CSS Programs & Services
ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES
Personal Support Workers (PSWs) deliver a range of essential supports for everyday living that promote independence and quality of life of seniors over the age of 60.
These supports include:
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personal care, grooming/showers,
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help with routine housekeeping,
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medication reminders,
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assistance with exercises and support with mobility
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menu planning, grocery shopping, and meal preparation,
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support arranging transportation,
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support with errands,
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support with appointments (foot clinic, medical, dental, grocery shopping),
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friendly calls and socialization.
Ontario Health atHome
To apply for Assisted Living Services, clients and/or family members must first contact Ontario
Health atHome (OHaH). Anyone can make a referral to OHaH on your behalf with your consent:
a family doctor, friend, family member, caregiver, neighbour.
There are no costs for these services.
Call OHaH at 310-2222 (no area code required).
HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE PROGRAM
NSHN’s Hospice & Palliative Care (HPC) Program is an approach to care that aims to relieve suffering and improve the quality of life by supporting the physical, mental, social and spiritual needs of an individual. We provide Hospice & Palliative Care services to people living with a life-limiting illness and also to their family.
Our Program has two main services that can be used at different points throughout the illness:
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Visiting Volunteer Services
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Hospice Suite Services
People living with a life-limiting illness and their families can access Volunteer support, whether they are living:
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at home
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in Long Term Care
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in the Hospital Suite
Our trained volunteers will be matched to you and your family for weekly or daily visits based on your needs and common interests.
For more information:
(705) 356-2265
ext. 2657
MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION
Volunteer drivers provide safe and reliable transportation to out-of-town medical appointments to ensure best health and overall well-being. Available to anyone in the community.
Fees include Travel Grants and a small fee to the client.
For more information:
(705) 356-2265 ext. 2450
PEER-TO-PEER GRIEF SUPPORT
NSHN’s Peer-to-Peer Grief Support Group is an 8-week support group comprised of
1 to 2 Volunteers and 3-12 individuals grieving the loss of an adult. The Volunteers guide the individuals through the published novel "Understanding Your Grief: Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart" by Dr. Alan Wolfelt (2021) and the accompanying Journal.
The aim is to provide a safe place for people to talk about their loss and find comfort with those who are also grieving the loss of a loved one (VON Canada, 2022). Benefits may include:
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Social Connection: Meeting others with similar experiences may help you process your own grief and loss.
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Better Health & Wellbeing: Learning how to grieve in a healthy way may impact your physical, mental and emotional health.
NOTE: NSHN’s Peer-to-Peer Grief Support Group is not a professional counselling/therapy service; Volunteers do not have the training to provide individuals with clinical assessments, judgments, or advice.
For more information:
(705) 356-2265 ext. 2657
CONGREGATE DINING EVENTS
Are you 65+ living in the Blind River area?
Looking for socialization, a delicious meal and some live entertainment? We suggest trying one of NSHN’s Congregate Dining Events!
Join us every other month for a luncheon aimed at improving nutrition and reducing social isolation.
Are you interested in volunteering at these events or providing live entertainment? For more information and an easy online application, visit our "Join our Team" page and click on the Volunteer tab.
