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What’s new
We are now running an L G B T Q 2+ Adult Day Program.
Tuesday, Friday and every 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month
from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm
Welcoming the Obie Interactive Gaming Projector to our Adult Day Program!
Come and “play” with us.
Obie is a highly advanced interactive gaming console that projects custom-made games onto any surface. The games are great for cognitive stimulation, social engagement and physically invigorating!
Days of Operation:
Monday to Friday
Hours of Operation:
9:30 am to 2:30 pm
Program Capacity:
15 members per day
Program Criteria:
- Early onset to mild Alzheimer’s, Dementia or Cognitive Impairment, or Adults with Physical Disabilities
- Referral Required from Home and Community Care Support Services Champlain
Language of Service:
English
Fee:
$21.00 per day.
Staffing:
- Five full-time employees
- Experienced Volunteers
- Personal Support Worker(s)(PSW)
Transportation:
Transportation must be arranged through Para-Transpo or through a family member. Our centre is accessible. More details on Para-Transpo are available on the OCTranspo website. Click here to download a Para-Transpo application form or call 613-244-1289.
What is an Adult Day Program?
The Good Companions Adult Day Program is a therapeutic, social, and recreational service for seniors who require some minimal assistance with day-to-day activities. The program is funded by the City of Ottawa, the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, and United Way East Ontario.
The Adult Day Program is designed to:
- enhance well-being by providing social, physical and stimulation in a supportive, small group environment
- strengthen the ability to remain independent for as long as possible
- provide respite to caregivers and families
The Program Offers:
- opportunities to socialize and form friendships
- intellectual stimulation in the form of quizzes and discussion groups
- individualized programming and social activities in the form of Bingo, crafts, puzzles, art therapy, painting and therapeutic pets
- individualized activity kits will be provided for members
- chair exercises, chair yoga and Motiview by MOTITECH
- a nutritious lunch and 2 snacks per day; arrangements for special diets are possible
- non-denominational chapel service
- referral services as required
United Way East Ontario (EO)
A Lifeline for Seniors and their Caregivers:
https://www.unitedwayeo.ca/news-and-stories/a-lifeline-for-seniors-and-their-caregivers/
Summer Job Opportunities:
Are you looking or know someone who is looking for a summer job? The Good Companions will have two positions available. Click here to learn more.
Masking Update:
Effective May 1st, 2023 we will no longer require masking in the Centre. Masks will be available and provided by TGC for any volunteers, visitors, members who want to wear a mask. Please note that should Public Health advise that changes are required then we will return to masking. Some staff, volunteers and members may continue to wear a mask and we will support you.
Construction Notice:
Construction on Albert Street between Empress and Bronson is scheduled to start on Monday, March 27th. The City of Ottawa is rehabilitating portions of its underground infrastructure along Albert Street, Queen Street, Slater Street and Bronson Avenue. Albert and Slater Street will be reduced to single lanes in each direction starting on this date and lasting until the end of the 2023 construction season. For more information on this project and how it may affect your travel, please click here.