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Long Term Care
Health Care Services
 Physiotherapy:
A qualified physiotherapist is available 5 times weekly. Specialized
equipment is provided to meet the needs of our residents. Our
physiotherapist will assess and assist residents and their families
in applying for specialized equipment through the Assistive
Devices Program.
Dentist:
The Public Health Department completes an annual Dental Clinic.
If further consultation or work is required, a referral is made
to a dentist with cost for service being the responsibility
of the resident.
Denture Services:
Available monthly. While there is no fee for
the consultation, the resident is responsible for payment of
any future work done by the denturist. Cost for same is discussed
with the resident or next of kin prior to commencing work.
 Hearing
Aid Clinic: Metro Hearing Aid Clinic is available
every two months to conduct a free examination of hearing aids.
There is, however, a charge for repairs to the hearing aid.
Hearing Tests are arranged as required.
Eye Care Service:
This service, called EYE CONTACT, provides a visiting Ophthamologist
and Optician to come approximately twice yearly to examine the
eyes of the residents on site. While the eye examination is
covered by OHIP, the cost of glasses, if required, is the responsibility
of the resident or the next of kin. This is discussed with them
prior to any work being undertaken. |
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