Adult Day Program
United Way Ottawa – How Margaret stays mobile, healthy and in touch with others
Current Calendar and Newsletter for November 2019
Upcoming Calendar and Newsletter for December 2019
Quick facts
| Days of Operation | Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays |
| Hours of Operation | 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
| Program Capacity | Thirty (30) individuals per day |
| Language of Service | English |
| Fee | $18.00 per day (includes two (2) snacks and a three course hot meal, special diets may be accommodated) |
| Staffing | Two (2) full-time and two (2) part-time employees, two (2) Personal Support Workers (PSW), and six (6) to eight (8) volunteers |
| Transportation | Transportation must be arranged through Para-Transpo or through a family member. Our centre is handicap 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 to register. The form must be completed by a medical professional such as a physician, physiotherapist or occupational therapist. |
What is an Adult Day Program?
The Good Companions Adult Day Support 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/Centraide Ottawa
The Adult Day Support Program is designed to:
- enhance well-being by providing social, physical and mental stimulation in a supportive group environment
- strengthen the ability to remain independent for as long as possible
- provide respite to caregivers
The Program Offers:
- opportunities to socialize and form friendships
- intellectual stimulation in the form of quizzes, health education, discussion groups, question-and-answer periods
- social activities in the form of games, crafts, films, sing-a-longs and speakers or entertainers
- recreational activities and chair exercises
- a nutritious lunch and refreshments; arrangements for special diets are possible
- non-denominational religious service
- counselling and referral services
- information, referral, advocacy and support
Other In-House services are also available. Please check our In-House Services page for more information.