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FALL 2018 EDITION
COMMUNITY STROKE RESOURCES for the Regions of Halton, Peel, Dufferin& Etobicoke 2
This booklet is a list of resources to assist adult stroke survivors and their caregivers to find community agencies that provide direct service or the link to other programs that support re-integration into the community. As it is impossible to list all
community services in the booklet, healthcare providers across the continuum of care can provide you with additional resource
information to meet your needs.
The material contained in this booklet is for information purposes only. It should not be used as a substitute for the
medical advice, recommendation or treatment of a qualified healthcare provider. Further, the West GTA Stroke Network
does not accept responsibility for the services described in the booklet or for any errors or omissions.
We acknowledge with thanks permission from the Central South Stroke Network for use of the cover design.
The most recently updated booklet can be found on the following website
www.westgtastroke.ca
For further inquiries and to provide feedback please contact our office at 905-848-7580,
Ext. 5475
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES 4
PROFESSIONAL THERAPY RESOURCES 15
OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 20
COMMUNITY REINTEGRATION PROGRAMS & SERVICES 36
STROKE PREVENTION AND REGIONAL HOSPITALS 58
USEFUL WEBSITES AND APPS 61
LEGEND: No associated service fee: Education/Information based resources:
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COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES
HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE SERVICES THROUGH THE LOCAL HEALTH INTEGRATION NETWORK
PRIVATE PAY NURSING SERVICES
PRIVATE PAY PERSONAL CARE/HOMEMAKING/RESPITE SERVICES
ADULT DAY PROGRAMS
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HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE-LOCAL HEALTH INTEGRATION NETWORK (LHIN)
Ontario’s 14 Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) plan, fund, integrate and coordinate health care services for people living in their local communities. LHINs also deliver and coordinate home- and community-based health care and support services.
Your LHIN’s caring and knowledgeable Home and Community Care staff can help:• Connect you with the care and support you need at home,
at school or in the community following injury, illness or the complications of age or disability
• Arrange for and coordinate the provision of nursing, rehabilitation and supportive care to people of all ages
• Facilitate access to long-term care homes, assisted living, convalescent care and adult day programs
• Link you to health supports, services and resources in the community.
To access LHIN services and programs, you may self-refer or be referred by a family member, caregiver and/or health care practitioner. Patient consent is required prior to receiving any treatment or intervention. In order to receive services, you must have a valid Ontario health card (OHIP) and meet the LHIN’s eligibility criteria. There is no cost for services.
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HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE-LOCAL HEALTH INTEGRATION NETWORK (LHIN)
The following services may be available for stroke survivors (based on individual need).
Care Coordination: assessment and coordination of services, referrals and follow-upNursing: professional nursing services as requiredDietetics: nutrition, swallowing disordersOccupational Therapy: activities of daily living, wheelchair/seating systems, cognitive/perceptual re-training, home safety, caregiver support and education, community re-engagementSocial Work: family/social support, assessment for depressionPhysiotherapy: mobility/balance, shoulder pain, arm and leg movement, facilitate physical recoverySpeech-Language Pathology: communication, swallowing disordersPersonal Support: assistance with personal care activitiesRespite Support for Caregivers: in-home respite and access to short stay respite beds
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HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE-LOCAL HEALTH INTEGRATION NETWORK (LHIN)
To learn more, please contact your local LHIN.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network
• Halton Hills, Milton, Mississauga, Oakville and South Etobicoke
905-855-90901-877-336-9090
www.mississaugahaltonlhin.on.cahttp://healthcareathome.ca/mh/en
Central West Local Health Integration Network
• Brampton, Caledon, Dufferin County, Malton, North Etobicoke and West Woodbridge
905-796-00401-888-733-1177
www.centralwestlhin.on.cahttp://healthcareathome.ca/centralwest/en
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PRIVATE PAY NURSING SERVICES
The agencies listed below provide nursing services outside of the hospital by regulated nursing professionals for a fee.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) – Peel 1-855-285-2991www.von.ca
We Care Home Health Services a Part of CBI Home Health
1-866-729-3227https://www.cbi.ca/web/we-care-home-health-
services
Bayshore Home Health 1-877-289-3997www.bayshore.ca
CBI Health Group 1-800-463-2225www.cbi.ca
Closing the Gap 1-877-560-0202www.closingthegap.ca
Comfort Keepers 1-866-363-0072www.comfortkeepers.ca
Saint Elizabeth Health Care 1-855-275-3549www.saintelizabeth.com
Nurse Next Door Home Care Services 1-866-729-3227https://www.nursenextdoor.com/
Acclaim Health - Halton 905-827-8800
Spectrum Health Care 905-272-2271https://spectrumhealthcare.com/
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PRIVATE PAY PERSONAL CARE/HOMEMAKING/RESPITE SERVICES
The agencies listed below may provide services such as assistance with personal care, light housekeeping, meal
preparation, shopping, laundry and/or companionship for a fee. Please note that the agencies listed under the “Nursing section”
may also provide personal support/homemaking services.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
PRIVATE PAY
CANES Home Support Services• Etobicoke, Brampton, Malton
416-743-3892http://www.canes.on.ca/
Links2Care • Milton/Halton Hills and Oakville/Mississauga
905-873-6502 www.links2care.ca
Etobicoke Services for Seniors 416-243-0127www.esssupportservices.ca
Seniors for Seniors• Peel/Halton
905-276-1140www.seniorsforseniors.ca
Storefront Humber• South Etobicoke area
416-259-4207www.storefronthumber.ca
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PRIVATE PAY PERSONAL CARE/HOMEMAKING/RESPITE SERVICES
Agency Name Contact/Website
Home Instead Senior Care905-463-0860905-276-2273
www.homeinstead.com
First Class Home Care Inc.• Etobicoke, Peel and Halton
905-636-9995www.firstclasshomecareinc.com
Central Registry-Mississauga Halton LHIN - Supports for Daily Living
• Milton, Mississauga, Toronto (part of Mississauga Halton LHIN) and OakvilleCCAC-Caregiver Recharge Program• Mississauga Halton Only
905-281-4443http://www.centralregistry.ca/
Homewatch CareGivers• Peel Region
905-581-0741 https://www.homewatchcaregivers.ca/miss
issauga/
ComForcare Home Care• Peel Region
905-796-2273
Comfort Keepers• Orangeville
519-942-9101https://www.comfortkeepers.ca/
Peel Senior Link 905-712-4413http://peelseniorlink.com/
Premier Homecare Services 905-281-8100http://www.homecaremississaugasouth.co
m/
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PRIVATE PAY PERSONAL CARE/HOMEMAKING/RESPITE SERVICES
Agency Name Contact/Website
Caledon Community Services 905-584-2300https://ccs4u.org/
Dufferin County Community Services1-519-925-5452
http://www.dufferincounty.ca/residents/seniors-programs-and-services
CarePartners Personal Support Services 905-452-7118http://www.carepartners.ca/
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ADULT DAY PROGRAMS
Day programs offer social and recreational programs in an engaging environment for clients with disabilities or cognitive
impairment living in the community. Assistance and supervision with personal care, as well as caregiver respite, support and
education is also provided however services may vary between programs. Referrals to some of the adult day programs are
made through the Local Health Integration Network Home and Community Care Office. Please note that wait lists may exist for this service. Most of these services may require a fee to attend. Transportation to and from the program may be an additional
fee.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
Alzheimer’s Society of Peel 905-278-3667ext. 307http://www.alzheimer.ca/peel
Region of Halton• Friends Landing & Milton Place (Milton)• Silver Creek Place (Georgetown)
905-825-6000http://www.halton.ca/cms/One.aspx?porta
lId=8310&pageId=10649
Storefront Humber Inc. • South Etobicoke
416-259-4207http://www.storefronthumber.ca/
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ADULT DAY PROGRAMSAgency Name Contact/Website
Acclaim Health Alzheimer’s and Other Dementia’s Day Program
• Oakville
905-847-9559http://www.acclaimhealth.ca/menu-
services/alzheimer-services/adult-day-program/
S.E.N.A.C.A. Senior’s Day Program Halton Inc. • Mississauga• Oakville (2 locations)
905-812-8222 905-337-8937 and 905-847-3394
www.senaca.ca
Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care • Mississauga
905-568-0333www.yeehong.com/centre/long-term-care/
Peel Adult Day Programs(Requires referral through the Home and Community Care Office)• Peel Manor, Brampton• Tall Pines, Brampton• Davis Centre, Bolton• Malton Village, Mississauga• Sheridan Villa, Mississauga
905-453-4140, Ext. 3708905-791-2449, Ext. 2310905-857-7842 Ext. 3008 905-791-1179, Ext. 7369905-791-8668, Ext. 2916
http://www.peelregion.ca/ltc/programs/adult-day.htm
Next Step to Active Living• An adult day program for individuals 21 years of age and older who have acquired physical disability(ies) to become more independent though participation in recreation activities
• Mississauga (Huron Park and South Common Community Centre)
905-615-4770, Ext. 2279 OR 2294
www.mississauga.ca/nextstep
Indus Community Services Adult Day Services -Serves clients with high care needs and those who exhibit challenging behaviors.• Mississauga (2 locations)• Brampton
905-507-6099 and 905-361-0463905-595-1667
http://induscs.ca/adult-day-program/
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ADULT DAY PROGRAMS
Etobicoke Services for Seniors 416-243-0127www.esssupportservices.ca
Senior’s Life Enhancement Centres
• Oakville
905-279-9061www.slec.ca
Dufferin County Community Support Services Adult Day Program
• Dufferin
1-519-925-5452
Kipling Acres Adult Day Program 416-392-2299
Victorian Order of NursesAlzheimer’s Adult DayProgram
• Orangeville
519-941-1050
West Park Healthcare Centre Acquired Brain Injury AdultDay Program
• Etobicoke(referrals through the Toronto ABI Network)
416-597-3057http://www.westpark.org/en/Services/ABIAdultDayProgram
Peel Halton Dufferin Acquired Brain Injury Services-Adult Day Programs
• Mississauga and Orangeville
905-949-4411519-942-0111
Agency Name Contact/Website
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PROFESSIONAL THERAPY RESOURCES
PHYSIOTHERAPY
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY
NUTRITION
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PHYSIOTHERAPY
The agencies listed below provide clinic or in-home therapy to optimize physical recovery.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
Central West Physiotherapy Hotline Number
1-888-733-1177 Ext. 7744
Publicly Funded Physiotherapy Clinic Locations 1-866-532-3161http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs
/physio/pub_clinics.aspx
Hospital Outpatient Services See Hospital Outpatient Services
PRIVATE PAY
Ontario Physiotherapy Association (OPA)• Provides information about private services under the section “Find A Physiotherapist”
416-322-68661-800-672-9668www.opa.on.ca
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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
The agencies listed below provide clinic or in-home therapy to increase independence in activities of daily living and provide
intervention for cognitive/perceptual problems.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
Home and Community Care Services through the Local Health Integration Network See Home and Community Care Services
Hospital Outpatient Services See Hospital Outpatient Services
PRIVATE PAY
Ontario Society of Occupational therapy • Provides an online search tool which will link you directly to an occupational therapists who may be able assist you.
1-877-676-6768www.osot.on.ca/findanot
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SPEECH THERAPY (SLP)
The agencies listed below provide clinic or in-home therapy to address swallowing and communication.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
Home and Community Care Services through the Local Health Integration Network See Home and Community Care Services
Hospital Outpatient Services See Hospital Outpatient Services
PRIVATE PAY
Ontario Association of Speech - Language Pathologists and Audiologists (OSLA)
• Provides listings for Speech and Language Pathologists
416-920-36761-800-718-6752
https://www.osla.on.ca/en/childirectory
College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
• Provides a “Find a Speech and Language Pathologist” section
416-975-53471-800-993-9459
http://www.caslpo.com/
Halton-Peel Community Aphasia Programs• Burlington, Milton, Oakville, Mississauga, & Brampton • Fees may apply depending on the program
905-875-8474www.h-pcap.com
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NUTRITION
The agencies listed below help link clients with dietitians in their area to provide tailored advice and guidance on diet, food, and
nutrition based on the clients’ individual circumstances.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Home and Community Care Services through the Local Health Integration Network See Home and Community Care Services
PRIVATE PAY
Dietitians of Canada-Find a Dietitian “Quick Link” 416-596-0857https://www.dietitians.ca/
Telehealth Ontario Dietitian Support 1-866-797-0000
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OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICESHOSPITAL OUTPATIENT AND COMMUNITY REHABILITATION/IN HOME PROGRAMS
SPASTICITY CLINICS
INCONTINENCE RESOURCES
SELF-MANAGEMENT RESOURCES
LAB SERVICES
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
COUNSELLING
ASSESSMENT AND REHABILITATION OF COGNITION, BEHAVIOUR OR MOOD AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING
REHABILITATION OF VISION AND/OR PERCEPTION
STROKE AND SEXUAL HEALTH
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HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT AND COMMUNITY REHABILITATION/IN HOME PROGRAMS
The agencies listed below provide in-home and/or in clinic rehabilitation programs to help with transitioning from the
hospital to home and community integration. Please note that outpatient hospital services may be a single service model or provide multidisciplinary rehab. Each program has specific
admission criteria. Please note that a doctor’s referral may be required to access
services.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Trillium Health Partners-Credit Valley Hospital Seniors and Rehabilitation Day Hospital 905-813-1100 ext. 6528
Trillium Health Partners–Mississauga Site Outpatient Neuro Rehab Services 905-848-7280
William Osler Health System Outpatient Services• Brampton Civic
905-494-6540http://www.williamoslerhs.ca/patients-and-
families/programs-services/rehab-services/rehab-outpatient-services
Halton Healthcare Services• Step-Up Program, Oakville• Out-patient services, Georgetown
905-338-4613905-873-0111,
ext. 8112
Community Step Up Program:• The Community Step Up Program is a 6 week multi-disciplinary (PT/OT/SLP) rehabilitation program to support frail seniors and older adults with medical complex conditions who has recently experienced a functional decline.
1-877-696-1620 https://www.lifemarkseniorswellness.ca/ste
pupprogram
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HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT AND COMMUNITY REHABILITATION/IN HOME PROGRAMS
Agency Name Contact/Website
Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network Stroke Program • Designed to enable timely, intensive, specialized community-based rehabilitation for mild to moderate stroke patients transitioning from hospital to home.• Must meet specific eligibility criteria to access program
905-855-9090
PRIVATE PAY
Rehab Plus Outpatient Rehab Services at West Park Healthcare 416-243-3778
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SPASTICITY CLINICS
The clinics listed below provide services to assist patients experiencing spasticity with a variety of services such as
managing muscle spasms and tightness, reducing associated pain, improving gait, posture, and ease of daily activities, and
increasing voluntary active motor function.
Agency Name Contact/Website
West Park Health Care Centre Spasticity Management Clinic
• West Toronto*drug costs are private pay by the patient
416-243-3721https://www.westpark.org/en/Services/Spa
sticity
Halton Health Comprehensive Spasticity Management Clinic
• Requires a Physician Referral
905-845-2571Ext. 3545
https://www.haltonhealthcare.on.ca/programs-and-services/rehabilitation-and-
geriatrics/outpatient-services/spasticity-management-clinic.html
Spasticity Clinics of Canada• Mississauga
905-608-0800Fax: 905-828-8892
Neurology Clinic Trillium Health Partners-Credit Valley Site, Dr. Amer Ghavanini 905-813-1100
Ext. 6858
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INCONTINENCE RESOURCES
The programs listed below provide services such as education about the causes of incontinence, assistance in changing eating and drinking habits, improving bowel and/or bladder emptying,
and finding products that reduce personal costs on pads and laundry.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Regional Continence Program • Clients 18 y.o. +• Home visits available for very frail clients or clients that are home bound
416-521-40901-888-271-2742
https://trilliumhealthpartners.ca/patientservices/seniors/regionalcontinenceservices/Pa
ges/default.aspx
Canadian Continence Foundation• Great source of information on incontinence 1-705-750-4600
www.canadiancontinence.ca
Adult Diaper Suppliers – PRIVATE PAY
Diapers Direct 289-401-1579
Diaper Warehouse 905-886-9600https://www.diaperwarehouse.ca/
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SELF-MANAGEMENT RESOURCES
The self-management programs listed below provide no cost resources including in-person workshops and online programs that focus around chronic pain management, chronic disease
self-management, maximizing overall health, diet management, and diabetes foot care. These workshops help to promote
behaviour that positively impacts health and promotes self-care.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Maximize Your Health: Mississauga-Halton 905-338-2983, Ext. 4877http://www.maximizeyourhealth.ca/
Self-Management Program: Central West 905-863-2574https://www.cwselfmanagement.ca/home
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LABORATORY SERVICES
The agencies listed below administer medical tests to provide information to healthcare providers. Some services may also
provide in home services for a fee.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
Life Labs: 1-877-849-3637www.lifelabs.com
Dynacare: 1-800-565-5721www.dynacare.ca
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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
The mental health agencies listed below provide services ranging from brief interventions, inpatient and outpatient
programs, continuing care, and psychiatric emergency services. These clinical care services may include: assessment and
treatment, addiction rehabilitation, geriatric telemedicine clinics, telemental health programs, late-life mood disorder
clinics and more programs to assist in improving mental health.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/ Please note that some services may charge a fee for service.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Trillium Health Partners-Seniors Mental Health Services• Provides comprehensive psychiatric assessment and psychosocial intervention * program is for seniors over the age of 65 experiencing poor mental health. Individuals under 65 who are diagnosed with an early onset mental health illness may also be eligible for the program, and will be considered on an individual basis• Doctor Referral is required
416-521-4006
Centre for Additction & Mental Health (CAMH) 416-535-8501Press 2
www.camh.ca
VON Peel Volunteer Visiting for Seniors with Mental Health Issues
905-821-3254http://www.von.ca/en/peel/service/volunte
er-visiting-mental-health
TEACH• Peer Support Initiative of Support and Housing for individuals (16+) who have or experienced mental health or substance use challenges and have interacted with the mental health system. TEACH helps individuals in their personal recovery using a recovery philosophy and providing peer-led and peer developed programs.• Mississauga and Halton
905-693-8771http://www.t-e-a-c-h.org/index.html
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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Agency Name Contact/Website
Peel Crisis Outreach and Support Team (COAST)• The program currently serves the residents of Mississauga and Brampton who may have mental health issues and find themselves in crisis
905-278-9036
The Gerstein Crisis Center • Etobicoke
416-929-5200http://gersteincentre.org/
Halton risis Outreach and Support Team (COAST) • provides Halton Region residents aged 16 and over, who are experiencing a mental health crisis with immediate outreach and support
289-748-01231-888-811-2222
https://www.ontario.ca/locations/health/locationDetails.php?location=29426534&lang
=en
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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Agency Name Contact/Website
Canadian Mental Health Association, Peel Dufferin Branch - Brampton • Connects individuals to mental health and addictions information, education and support services
905-451-2123 http://cmhapeeldufferin.ca
Recovery Canada-Brampton• Provider of self-help training for mental health and wellness * training available to anyone, anywhere, any time * dedicated to the after care of people suffering from nervous and emotional stress, panic disorders, depression, etc.
905-304-6802 www.recoverycanada.ca
Canes Community Care-Treat at Home Senior’s Mental Health
• Service for older adults and adults with health challenges like depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns• Toronto (Etobicoke), Brampton, Vaughan (Woodbridge), and Malton
416-743-3892, Ext. 236
One Link• Physician referral is required• Single point of accessess for referrals to 10 Addiction and Mental Health Service Providers in the Mississauga Halton areaEtobicoke, and Dufferin• 16 y.o +, self referral
905-338-41231-844-216-7411
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COUNSELLING SERVICES
The agencies listed below provide individual or group counselling
for stroke survivors and/or their family members which may be offered for a fee.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
Family Services of Peel• Mississauga, Malton, Brampton
905-453-5775www.fspeel.org
After Stroke® Warmline -Program of March of Dimes Canada• For all other areas call or email to ask about Stroke
Survivor and Caregiver groups
CANES Caregiver Support and Counselling • Etobicoke, Malton, Brampton
416-743-3892,Ext. 243
http://www.canes.on.ca/
Catholic Family Services of Peel/Dufferin• Peel and Dufferin
905-450-1608www.cfspd.com
Mind Forward formerly Peel Halton Dufferin Acquired Brain Injury Services (PHD ABIS)
905-949-4411 Ext. 250www.phdabis.org
Aberfoyle Clinic (Etobicoke)• Physician referral required 416-231-7968
Canadian Mental Health Association-Individual Support Services
905-451-2123 http://cmhapeeldufferin.ca/programs-
services/access-to-recovery/
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COUNSELLING SERVICES
Agency Name Contact/Website
Friends & Advocates Peel• Community mental health organization focused on social rehabilitation and mental health •Brampton, Mississauga, Etobicoke, and Dufferin• 16 y.o +, self referral
905-452-1002www.fapeel.org
Caledon Community Services-Counselling and Care Coordination
905-584-2300https://ccs4u.org/
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ASSESSMENT AND REHABILITATION OF COGNITION, BEHAVIOUR OR MOOD AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING
The services listed below provide a wide range of services that can assist with the assessment and rehabilitation of cognition,
behaviour, and mood through support, therapy, workshops, and clinics.
Please note that most of the listed services may charge a fee that is not covered through Ontario Health Insurance Plan
(OHIP).
Agency Name Contact/Website
Occupational Therapists also provide assessment and treatment of cognitive behavioral or mood issues See the “Occupational Therapy“ section
PRIVATE PAY
The Ontario psychological association • Provides a “Find a Psychologist” Section where you can locate a provider in your area
416-961-5552http://www.psych.on.ca/ or
http://www.psych.on.ca/Utilities/Find-a-psychologist.aspx
Bartimeus • Provides rehabilitation support workers for patients in the community or at home to support return to work
1-877-542-9990http://www.bartimaeusrehab.com
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ASSESSMENT AND REHABILITATION OF COGNITION, BEHAVIOUR OR MOOD AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING
The services listed below provide a wide range of services that can assist with the assessment and rehabilitation of cognition,
behaviour, and mood through support, therapy, workshops, and clinics.
Please note that most of the listed services may charge a fee that is not covered through Ontario Health Insurance Plan
(OHIP).
Agency Name Contact/Website
B & C Health • Provides cognitive behavioral therapy, lifestyle change, psychosocial assessment and consultation for those with anxiety or mood disorders (i.e. depression) or other psychological issues
905-814-82001-855-814-8200
http://www.bnchealth.ca/
Inter-Action Rehabilitation Inc• Cognitive Rehabilitation
416-445-51251-800-216-0488
http://www.interactionrehab.com/
Credit Valley Neuropsychology Group• Neuropsychological Assessment
905-855-5027www.cvneuropsychology.ca
Peel Memory and Cognitive Disorders Clinic 905-272-1015
http://peelmemoryclinic.ca
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REHABILITATION OF VISION AND/OR PERCEPTION
The agencies listed below may provide services such as complete ocular health evaluation, visual rehabilitation
education, and treatments to improve vision and overall quality of life by treating visual-motor, visual-perceptual, and visual
information processing dysfunctions. Vision therapy can assist with visual comfort, efficiency, and movement.
Agency Name Contact/Website
PRIVATE PAY
Neuro- Optemetric Rehabilitation Association• Provides information on vision deficits and rehabilitation for patients and other health care professionals• This website has a "find a provider“ section where one can locate an optometrist practicing vision rehabilitation near you
1-949-250-0176https://noravisionrehab.com/
Canadian Optometrists in Vision Therapy andRehabilitation
• Provides information on vision therapy and a “FIND A DOC” section for those looking for an optometrist trained in vision rehabilitation
N/A- web based contact form onlyhttp://visiontherapycanada.com/find-a-
doc.html
Canadian National Institute for the Blind • Provides information and tips on living with vision loss 1-800-563-2642
http://www.cnib.ca
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STROKE AND SEXUAL HEALTH
The following services provide information about Sex and Sexuality following stroke including resources about sex therapy,
information guides, mobility assistance, sexual device guides, and discussion prompts that can help facilitate the conversation
about stroke and sexual health between partners.
Agency Name Contact/WebsiteStroke Engine• Information database• FAQ answers• Fact sheets
https://www.strokengine.ca/en/patient-info/sexuality-info/
Stroke Best Practice-After Stroke Booklet• Your stroke journey guide by the Heart and Stroke
Foundation• Section 6: Relationships Sex & Intimacy
http://www.strokebestpractices.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/YOURSTROKEJO
URNEY.FINAL_.ENGLISH..pdf
PleasureABLE Manual Sexual Device Manual for Persons with Disabilities:• Device explanations• Costs
http://www.dhrn.ca/files/sexualhealthmanual_lowres_2010_0208.pdf
Heart and Stroke Foundation• Sex and Intimacy • Relationships
https://www.heartandstroke.ca/stroke/recovery-and-support/relationships/sex-and-
intimacy
Toronto Stroke Network Information Guide: • General Information• Counselling• Special Devices
http://www.tostroke.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/your-sexual-
relationship.pdf
Toronto Stroke Networks: Stroke Recovery Guide: How to be intimate with your partner • Video by the National Stroke Foundation
http://strokerecovery.guide/how-to-be-intimate-with-your-partner
Enable Me Australia• Fact sheets• Podcasts
https://enableme.org.au/Resources/Sex
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COMMUNITY REINTEGRATION PROGRAMS & SERVICES
MUSIC THERAPY
APHASIA RESOURCES
PEER SUPPORT GROUPS
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
EQUIPMENT AND ADAPTIVE AIDS
MALL WALKING PROGRAMS
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
DRIVING ASSESSMENT AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING PERMIT
BACK TO WORK
MULTICULTURAL SERVICES
RECREATION PROGRAMS FOR STROKE SURVIVORS
COMMUNITY CENTERS AND SENIORS CENTERS
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RECREATION PROGRAMS FOR STROKE SURVIVORS
The programs listed below offer engaging activities that assist with socialization and light exercise to promote quality of life. These programs help with community reintegration and are
specifically designed for people recovering from an injury/surgery, or living with a chronic disease, to reduce risk of future health problems, speed up and improve recovery from
injury, and increase energy and mental health. These programs are run out of accessible centres.
Most of these programs charge a registration fee. Some financial assistance may be available – call program for more
information.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Oakville Strokers• A community charity operated by volunteers providing recreation, socialisation and light aquatic exercise • Physician’s consent required
905-842-8791http://oakvillestrokers.com/
City of Mississauga Therapeutic Recreation Programs• Enables individuals to participate in safe, inclusive, and appropriate activities led by certified instructors. Our programs are not intended to take place of physical, occupational or other therapies but can promote healing, increase quality of life and provide social connections
For more information visit www.mississauga.ca/therapeutic
or call your local community center.
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RECREATION PROGRAMS FOR STROKE SURVIVORS
Agency Name Contact/Website
‘Sauga Stroke Breakers • A therapeutic recreation program for stroke survivors who have finished their rehab. The program is offered on Thursdays 10:00am –2:15pm at Mississauga Valley Community Center. For more information contact Terri Dale
905-615-4670, Ext. 8282
Next Step to Active Living• An adult day program for individuals 21 years of age and older who have acquired physical disability(ies) to become more independent though participation in recreation activities.• Mississauga (Huron Park and South Common Community Centre)
905-615-4770Ext. 2279 or Ext. 2294
www.mississauga.ca/nextstep
Islington Day Club, Islington United Church• Thursdays 11–2, September-JuneMarjory Ellis or Deborah Holdsworth
416-239-6144 or 416-231-8132
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RECREATION PROGRAMS FOR STROKE SURVIVORS
Agency Name Contact/Website
Central West Local Health Integration Network-Home and Community Care Stroke Exercise and Falls Prevention Programs
• This group exercise and falls prevention program consists of strengthening and balance exercises and offers a wide variety of health and wellness topics relevant to stroke survivors.
1-888-733-1177Ext. 7744
Lifemark Seniors Wellness in partnership with Acclaim Health and Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network
• Offers FREE Exercise classes, a 12 week falls prevention and a 12 week osteoporosis programs for seniors, older adults with disabilities and those that suffer from chronic illness
1-877-696-1620
Swim and Social (18+ years)- Chinguacousy Wellness Centre, Brampton• One hour of swimming plus recreational activities (total of 210 minutes). Bring your own lunch• Registered Program (Not a drop-in class) Thursday 9:30-1:30, March-June
905-789-6111http://www.brampton.ca/EN/residents/Rec
reation/Community-Centres/Pages/Chinguacousy-Wellness.aspx
Peel Halton Dufferin Acquired Brain Injury Services (PHD ABIS)• Rehabilitation and lifelong support services for adults and their families living with the effects of acquired brain injury. Must meet eligibility criteria
905-949-4411Ext. 250
www.phdabis.org
Stroke Survivor Fitness• Must meet eligibility criteria
905-338-4186https://www.oakville.ca/culturerec/inclusio
n-support-services.html
The Riverwood Conservancy 905-279-5878http://theriverwoodconservancy.org/
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RECREATION PROGRAMS FOR STROKE SURVIVORS
Agency Name Contact/Website
Golf for the Physically Challenged • Oakville
905-842-0901 or 905-334-0672, cellwww.challengegolfgta.ca
Taoist Tai Chi Society 416-656-2110www.taoist.org
Town of Halton Hills TIME Program 905-873-2601 Ext. 2360
PRIVATE PAY
Recreational Respite 905-813-03361-877-855-7070
http://recrespite.com/
Jackson Therapeutic 1-888-684-7729www.jacksontr.com
Ray of Sunshine 416-988-0502http://www.rayofsunshine.ca/
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MUSIC THERAPY
The agency listed below offers music therapy programs. These programs purposefully use music to support development,
physical and mental health, and overall well-being. This service fits to each individual’s needs in a variety of aspects of life by providing personalized client assessments, treatment plans, therapy processes, and progress evaluation. Music Therapy
benefits individuals with a range of ages, abilities, and medical conditions. All levels of musical backgrounds
Agency Name Contact/Website
PRIVATE PAY
Music Therapy Association of Ontario647-862-6826
http://www.musictherapyontario.com/find-a-music-therapist
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APHASIA RESOURCES
Aphasia is an acquired language disorder most often caused by stroke, brain injury or brain illness. Aphasia can affect a person's
ability to speak, understand language, read, and/or write.
The agencies listed below may provide services such as supportive conversation groups, training in supportive
conversation strategies, and support groups for caregivers.
For additional listings and information please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
Halton-Peel Community Aphasia Programs• Milton, Oakville, Mississauga, Brampton, and Burlington • Fees may apply depending on the program• Supportive Conversation Groups• Training in supportive conversation • Caregiver Support Groups
905-875-8474www.h-pcap.com
Aphasia Institute• Provides training in Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia (SCATM )
416-226-3636www.aphasia.ca
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PEER SUPPORT GROUPS
The peer support groups listed below offer education and recovery programs for stroke survivors, caregivers, and families to help with community integration and long term care aspects.
These can help to improve well-being and connect stroke survivors.
Agency Name Contact/Website
After Stroke®-Program of March of Dimes Canada • National service offering support, education and community programs for stroke survivors, caregivers and families• Lists associated stroke support groups in Canada
1-888-540-6666http://www.marchofdimes.ca
After Stroke®-Program of March of Dimes Canada • Peel Stroke Recovery Chapter-Peel Stroke Group
416-425-3463Ext. 7715
E-mail: [email protected]
After Stroke®-Program of March of Dimes Canada • Milton Stroke Recovery Club-Milton Stroke Support Group
1-888-540-6666http://www.marchofdimes.ca
After Stroke® Warmline -Program of March of Dimes Canada • For all other areas call or email to ask about Stroke
Survivor and Caregiver groups
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FINANCIAL RESOURCES
The agencies listed below provide information on financial services that can assist with treatment/assistive device
payments, prescription drug payments, and supplemental income while recovering from a stroke.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability 1-800-277-9914www.servicecanada.gc.ca
Old Age Security (OAS) 1-800-277-9914www.servicecanada.gc.ca
Canada Revenue Agency 1-800-959-8281
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) • You may be eligible for assistance if you are unable to return to work due to illness and you have limited assets• Toronto West• Mississauga • Brampton
416-325-59001-800-361-08971-877-466-5025
http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp/
Employment Insurance (EI) 1-800-206-7218
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html
Assistive Devices Program (ADP), March of Dimes Canada
• Provides assistance to purchase, repair and maintain mobility or assistive equipment for eligible individuals
1-866-765-7237Email: [email protected]
www.marchofdimes.ca/En/programs/adp/Pages/Adp.aspx
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FINANCIAL RESOURCES
Agency Name Contact/Website
Ontario Works in Peel 905-793-92001-800-327-5379
Trillium Drug Program 1-800-575-5386
http://health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/drugs/programs/odb/opdp_trillium.aspx
Disability Tax Credit (Canada Revenue Agency) 1-800-959-8281
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/disability/
March of Dimes Canada• Home and Vehicle Modification® Program 1-877-369-4867 or [email protected]
https://www.marchofdimes.ca/EN/programs/hvmp/Pages/HomeandVehicle.aspx
Assistive Devices Program, Ministry of Health & Long Term Care
• May provide partial funding for purchase of equipment
1-800-268-6021http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/progr
ams/adp/
Veteran’s Affairs Canada 1-866-522-2122www.veterans.gc.ca/eng
Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)• Community organizations host free tax clinics
where volunteers do tax returns for eligible people
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/community-
volunteer-income-tax-program.html
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EQUIPMENT AND ADAPTIVE AIDS
The agencies listed below provide equipment purchase and/or rental for a fee. This section also includes agencies that offer
personal emergency assistance alarms.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/WebsitePERSONAL ALARMS
First Call416-516-0088
1-800-361-5550http://www.firstcallhelp.ca/
Philips Lifeline 1-866-784-1992www.lifeline.ca
Connect Care, Halton 1-800-665-7853http://connectcaremedicalalert.ca
EQUIPMENT FOR PURCHASE/RENTAL
Silver Cross (includes recycled equipment) 1-844-352-7677www.silvercross.com
Shoppers Home Health Care https://www.shoppershomehealthcare.ca/
Access Abilities• Oakville• Etobicoke
905-825-5335416-237-9654
http://www.accessabilities.ca/
AllRehab Healthcare Supplies 905-812-2731www.allrehab.ca
Seniors Store 647-378-4258http://www.seniorsstore.ca/
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EQUIPMENT AND ADAPTIVE AIDS
Agency Name Contact/WebsitePERSONAL ALARMS
HME Home Medical Equipment416-633-9333
http://www.hmemobility.com/
Medigas 1-866-446-6302www.medigas.com
ADAPTIVE CLOTHING
Seniors Store647-378-4258
1-888-795-7718www.seniorsstore.ca
JBS Clothing 905-838-2035www.jbsclothing.com
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COMMUNITY CENTERS AND SENIORS CENTERS
The agencies listed below provide programs in the community that may offer socialization, leisure activities,
exercise and swimming for a fee. Depends on program type
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
PRIVATE PAY
Mississauga 905-615-4100https://www.activemississauga.ca
Brampton905-874-2300
http://www.brampton.ca/en/residents/recreational-Activities/Pages/Welcome.aspx
Caledon 905-584-2272http://www.caledon.ca/en/index.asp
Toronto (Etobicoke and York) 416-396-7378, option 1http://www1.toronto.ca/
Four Villages Community Health Centre (Etobicoke) 416-604-0640https://4villageschc.ca/
Oakville905-338-4250
http://www.oakville.ca/culturerec/rec-culture-programs.html
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COMMUNITY CENTERS AND SENIORS CENTERS
Agency Name Contact/Website
Orangeville 1-519-940-9092http://www.orangeville.ca/parks-and-recreation
Milton 905-878-7252https://www.milton.ca/en/play/recreation.asp
Halton Hills 905-873-2601www.haltonhills.ca
YMCA Greater Toronto Area 905-451-9622http://www.ymca.ca/
For a listing of all of the senior's centers in Mississauga please visit the Mississauga Halton Healthline
http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/listServices.aspx?id=10175
For all of the listings of seniors centers in the Central Westplease visit the Central West Healthline
https://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/listServices.aspx?id=10175
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COMMUNITY CENTERS AND MALL WALKING PROGRAMS
The programs listed below provide a safe way to walk and meet friendly new people. A stretching and muscle conditioning
warm up is typically included in the sessions. These programs can help increase exercise level and provide an engaging social setting. Some programs may require a small registration fee.
Location Contact
Bramalea City Centre - Mall Walk Program (905) 793-4682
Cloverdale Mall - Cloverdale Heartwalkers (416) 236-1668
Hopedale Shopping Centre (905) 827-7146
Oakville Place Shopping Centre - Mall Walk Program (905) 842-2140
Woodbine Center (416) 674-5200
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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
The agencies listed below provide transportation in vehicles specifically designed for individuals with physical limitations
and disabilities. Please call for cost of services.
For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/
http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
Agency Name Contact/Website
PRIVATE PAY
Transhelp• Peel
905-791-7800https://www.peelregion.ca/transhelp/
Care-A-Van• Oakville
905-337-9222https://www.oakvilletransit.ca/care-a-
van.html
ActiVan Service• Halton Hills
905-702-6435https://www.haltonhills.ca/transit/
Milton Access +(Paratransit)• Milton
905-864-4141http://www.miltontransit.ca/en/riding-with-
us/Milton-access-plus.asp
Wheel-Trans • Etobicoke
416-393-4111https://www.ttc.ca/WheelTrans/index.jsp
Caledon Community Services• Caledon
905-584-2300, Ext. 217, 218, 221, 264https://ccs4u.org/transportation/
Dufferin County Community Support Services • Dufferin area including Shelburne
1-519-925-5452
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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Agency Name Contact/Website
PRIVATE PAY
Wheelchair Accessible Transit Inc.• Toronto and surrounding area
416-884-9898http://www.wheelchairtransit.com/
Dignity Transportation Inc. 416-398-2222http://www.dignitytransportation.com/
City Taxi Accessible Taxi Service 416-740-2222http://www.citytaxitoronto.com/
Etobicoke Services for Seniors (ESS)• Etobicoke 416-243-0127
http://www.esssupportservices.ca/
Red Cross Transportation• Peel and Halton
905-890-87401-877-848-0707
www.redcross.ca
Wheelchair Taxi Ontario 905-799-36481-866-799-3648
www.wheelchairtaxiontario.ca
CANES - Senior’s Ride Connect • Brampton, Etobicoke, Malton and Woodbridge
416-743-3892https://www.canes.on.ca/services/ride-
connect-transportation
Seniors for Seniors • Peel and Halton
905-276-1140
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DRIVING ASSESSMENT AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING PERMIT
The agencies listed below provide driver assessment, training, vehicle evaluations, and vehicle modifications for clients with
medical conditions. Driver assessment involves clinical evaluations and on-road evaluations to ensure driving
competency and safety and increase client independence.
Agency Name Contact/Website
PRIVATE PAY
CBI Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation 905-450-5990 (CW)905-272-0008 (MH)
www.cbi.ca
Driver Rehab Therapy 416-807-7155www.driverrehabtherapy.com
DriveLab Inc. 647-499-46201-844-413-7483www.drivelab.ca
Saint Elizabeth Healthcare416-398-1035
1-877-397-1035www.saintelizabeth.com
Ministry of Transportation: Driver Assessment Centers http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/functional-assessment-centres.shtml
Ministry of Transportation• Accessible parking permits• Vehicle modifications
1-800-267-8097416-326-1234
https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-accessible-parking-permit
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BACK TO WORK
The agencies listed below may provide services such as assisting clients in getting back to the workforce through job
skills training, support for equal employment, career assessment services, and financial support for modified/new jobs. These services will help promote community integration
and independence.
Agency Name Contact/Website
The Bennet Edge-Vocational Support through ODSP • Peel, Dufferin, Halton• ODSP referral is required
905-459-4060http://thebennettedge.com/
Canada Pension Plan Disability Vocational Rehabilitation Program (CPP)
• Assistance to CPP disability pensioners to return to former, modified or new job
1-800-277-9914http://www.esdc.gc.ca/en/cpp/disability/re
hab.page
March of Dimes Canada – Peel Region• Job skills training and other return to work services (905) 607-3463, Ext. 5231
1-800-263-3463www.marchofdimes.ca
Canadian Council on Rehabilitation & Work• Promotes and supports equal and equitable employment for people with disabilities
416-260-3060, Ext. 2271-800-664-0925www.ccrw.org
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BACK TO WORK
The agencies listed below may provide services such as assisting clients in getting back to the workforce through job
skills training, support for equal employment, career assessment services, and financial support for modified/new jobs. These services will help promote community integration
and independence.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Next-Steps Employment Centers (operated by the Toronto District School Board)
• Mississauga East• Meadowvale
905-896-2233905-814-8406
http://tdsb.on.ca/AdultLearners/EmploymentServices/NextStepsEmploymentCentres.a
spx
Goodwill Career Centre-Halton Region Employment Ontario and ODSP Service Provider 905-257-8856
ODSPIncome and Competitive Employment See Financial Resources
Peel Career Assessment Services Inc. (PCAS)• Workshops
905-670-1967www.peelcareer.com
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MULTI-CULTURAL SERVICES
The services listed below enhance community engagement and facilitate participation in community programs. These programs
can help to connect people in the community and promote diversity.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Brampton Multicultural Community Centre 905-790-8482http://www.bmccentre.com/
CANES-Newcomer elderly outreach South Asian• Etobicoke, Brampton, Malton and Woodbridge
416-743-3892 Ext. 228 or 250
http://www.canes.on.ca/services/newcomer-elderly-outreach
Chinese Association of Mississauga905-275-8558
http://chineseassociationmississauga.com/our-service-服務項目/
India Rainbow Community Services of Peel 905-275-2369www.indiarainbow.org
Center for Diverse Women & Families(formerly MIAG) 905-270-6252
http://miag.ca/
Peel Multicultural Council 905-819-1144http://www.peelmc.ca
Punjabi Community Health Services 905-677-0889http://www.pchs4u.com/
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MULTI-CULTURAL SERVICES
Agency Name Contact/Website
Muslim Community Services-Mississauga• Brampton• Mississauga (2 locations)
905-790-1910905-828-1328
http://www.muslimcommunity.org/
Malton Neighborhood Services 905-677-6270http://mnsinfo.org/
Catholic Cross-Cultural Services (CCS) • Brampton• Mississauga (2 locations)
905-457-7740905-273-4140905-272-1703
http://cathcrosscultural.org/
Mississauga Italian Canadian Senior’s and Handicapped Club - Joseph Sciortino 905-890-3648
Vietnamese Community Centre of Mississauga 905-891-3825
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STROKE PREVENTION AND REGIONAL HOSPITALS
STROKE PREVENTION RESOURCES
HOSPITALS IN THE WEST GTA STROKE NETWORK
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STROKE PREVENTION RESOURCES
The agencies listed below provide services in regards to preventing primary and secondary strokes through risk factor
reduction, education, support, and programs.
Agency Name Contact/Website
Trillium Health Partners Regional Secondary Stroke Prevention Clinic
• A physician’s referral is required 905-848-7379
CHARM Clinic• An outpatient clinic for patients who are at high risk for coronary artery disease and need to improve their heart health• A physician’s referral is required
905-494-6479 (Brampton)416-747-3425(Etobicoke)
Heart and Stroke Foundation• Offers a variety of resources on stroke prevention 1-888-473-4636
www.heartandstroke.ca
March of Dimes Canada-After Stroke®• A national service offering support, education andcommunity programs for stroke survivors, caregivers
and families
1-888-540-6666https://afterstroke.marchofdimes.ca/
American Stroke Association• Offers a variety of resources on stroke prevention 1-888-478-7653
http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/
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HOSPITALS IN THE WEST GTA STROKE NETWORK
The agencies listed below provide services in regards to preventing primary and secondary strokes through risk factor
reduction, education, support, and programs.
Mississauga Halton LHIN (Local Health Integration Network)
Trillium Health Partnerswww.trilliumhealthpartners.ca
• Credit Valley Hospital 905-813-2200• Queensway Health Centre 416-259-6671• Mississauga Hospital 905-8487100
Halton Healthcare Serviceswww.haltonhealthcare.on.ca
• Oakville 905-845-2571• Milton 905-878-2383• Georgetown 905-873-0111
Central West LHIN (Local Health Integration Network)
William Osler Health System 416-494-2120 www.williamoslerhs.ca
• Etobicoke• Brampton Civic
Headwaters Healthcare Centre 1-519-941-2410www.headwatershealth.ca
• Orangeville
West Park Healthcare Centre 416-243-3600www.westpark.org
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USEFUL WEBSITES AND APPS
USEFUL WEBSITES
USEFUL APPS
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USEFUL WEBSITES
The websites listed below provide a range of information for stroke survivors and caregivers.
211 Ontario. A website and telephone line that can assist in finding programs and services in your communityhttp://www.211ontario.ca/ or Dial “211”
Access 2-Easter Sealshttp://access2card.ca/
Access Nowhttp://accessnow.me/
Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disabilitywww.ala.ca
Advocacy Centre for the Elderly (ACE)www.acelaw.ca
ARCH Disability Law CentreLegal Information for People with Disabilitieshttp://www.archdisabilitylaw.ca/
Aphasia Institutehttp://aphasia.ca/
Brain Injury Association of Peel & Halton (BIAPH) www.biaph.com
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USEFUL WEBSITES
Capacity Assessment: Office Ministry of the AttorneyGeneralhttps://www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt/capacity.php
Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendationshttp://www.strokebestpractices.ca/
Canadian Diabetes Associationshttp://www.diabetes.ca/
Canadian Obesity Networkhttp://www.obesitynetwork.ca
Canadian Partnership for Stroke RecoveryHouses EBRSR.com and Stroke Engine which providesinformation on stroke recovery.http://www.canadianstroke.ca/en/
Community Information Partners Peel Databasehttp://peel.cioc.ca
Community Legal Clinicshttp://www.legalaid.on.ca/en/contact/contact.asp?type=cl
CorHealth Ontariohttps://www.corhealthontario.ca/
GRASP Neurorehabilitation Rehab Programhttp://neurorehab.med.ubc.ca/grasp/
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USEFUL WEBSITES
Grocery Gatewayhttp://www.grocerygateway.com/
GTA Rehab Finderwww.gtarehabnetwork.ca/
Haircuts on Wheelswww.haircutsonwheels.ca
Heart & Stroke Foundation of OntarioProvides information on stroke causes, treatment, prevention and research.www.heartandstroke.on.ca
Health Care ConnectHealth Care Connect refers Ontarians who don't have a physician to a family health care provider who may be accepting new patients.https://www.ontario.ca/page/find-family-doctor-or-nurse-practitioner
Health Shared Services Ontario is an agency focusedon supporting health system integration.http://hssontario.ca/
Healthline Stroke ResourceA list of resources in your local area. Look for theyellow “Stroke Resource” button on the home page.http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/
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USEFUL WEBSITES Hypertension CanadaNational non-profit organization dedicated solely to the prevention and control of hypertension and its complicationshttps://hypertension.ca/
Internet Stroke CentreAn independent web resource for information about stroke care and research.www.strokecenter.org
March of Dimes CanadaProvides a wide range of services to people with physical disabilitieshttps://www.marchofdimes.ca/EN/Pages/default.aspx
March of Dimes Canada- After Stroke ®Provides education and self-help groupshttps://afterstroke.marchofdimes.ca/
Meals on Wheelshttp://www.mealsonwheels.ca/
National Home Doctor Service (416-631-3000)OHIP covered doctors’ home visiting service.https://homedoctor.ca/
Ontario Telehealth (1-866-797-0000)Free, confidential telephone service you can call to get general health information from a Registered Nurse.https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-medical-advice-telehealth-ontario
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USEFUL WEBSITES
Ombudsman Ontario-Investigates Complaints againstpractices of agencies in Ontario.https://ombudsman.on.ca/Home.aspx
Patient Ombudsman (1-888-321-0339)A champion for fairness in Ontario’s health sectororganizations. https://patientombudsman.ca/
Peel Elder Abuse Support Programhttps://www.spectrahelpline.org/
Region of Peel Housinghttp://www.peelregion.ca/housing/
Stroke Best Practice Recommendations https://www.strokebestpractices.ca/recommendations
Toronto Acquired Brain Injury Networkhttp://www.abinetwork.ca/
World Stroke Organization Patient Education Repositoryhttps://www.world-stroke.org/for-patients/patient-education-repository
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USEFUL APPSThe mobile phone/device applications listed below are to be
used in addition to medical therapy to improve abilities. Some applications may have an associated fee.
*Disclaimer: These applications are meant to be used in addition to therapy to help develop skills, NOT as an alternative
to medical advice or treatments.
Thinking ProgramsName How to access What it does iOS or Android Price
Lumosity www.lumosity.ca
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
A collection of games geared towards practicing a variety of cognitive skills
BOTHLumosity (iOS)Lumosity(Android)
Free (in-app purchases Premium: $16.99+)
Dots: A Game about Connecting
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Problem solving
BOTHDots (iOS)Dots (Android)
Free (in-app purchases for extensions)
Brainbean Apple App Store Apple (iOS)Brainbean (iOS)
$0.99
iMimic www.imimicgame.com
Apple App Store
Memory Apple (iOS)iMimic (iOS)
Free
Pictoword Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Word and image association
BOTHPictoword (iOS)Pictoword(Android)
Free
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USEFUL APPS
Stroke SpecificName How to access What it does iOS or Android Price3D Brain Apple App Store
Google Play StoreLearn about brain functions, disorders, damage, and research
BOTH3D Brain (iOS)3D Brain (Android)
Free
Spot a stroke FAST
Apple App Store Help spot the symptoms of a stroke F.A.S.T
Apple (iOS)Spot a Stroke FAST (iOS)
Free
Brain tutor 3D Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Explore the structure and function of the brain
BOTHBrain Tutor 3D (iOS)Brain Tutor 3D (Android)
Free (in-app purchases for extensions)
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USEFUL APPS
Skills & Puzzle gamesName How to access What it does iOS or Android PriceVirtuoso (play piano)
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Learn to play the piano - dexterity
BOTHVirtuoso (iOS)Virtuoso (Android)
Free
Missing Link Apple App Store Improve spelling, vocabulary, and word recognition
Apple (iOS)Missing Link (iOS)
Free
4 Pics 1 Word Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Word and image association
BOTH4pics1word (iOS)4pics1word (Android)
Free
7 little words www.7littlewords.com
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Word building and grouping
BOTH7 Little Words (iOS)7 Little Words (Android)
Free
Red Herring www.redherringgame.com
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Word grouping and association
BOTHRed Herring (iOS)Red Herring (Android)
Free (in-app purchases $2.79+)
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USEFUL APPS
Word GamesName How to access What it does iOS or Android PriceWord abacus Apple App Store Word recognition Apple (iOS)
Word Abacus (iOS)Free
Word search (pro) Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Word recognition BOTH Word Search (iOS)Word Search (Android)
Free
Hangman Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Vocabulary building
BOTHHangman (iOS)Hangman (Android)
Free
Dabble www.dabblegame.comApple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Vocabulary building, spelling, quick thinking
BOTHDabble (iOS)Dabble (Android)
Apple: $1.99Android: $2.59
Word jigsaw www.wordjigsaw.com
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Verbal and spatial reasoning
BOTHWord Jigsaw (iOS)Word Jigsaw (Android)
Free
Word ladder Apple App Store Problem solving and word association
Apple (iOS)Word Ladder (iOS)
Free (in-app purchases)
Word stack Apple App Store Word association Apple (iOS)Word Stack (iOS)
Free (in-app purchases)
Word connect Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Word building and vocabulary
BOTHWord Connect (iOS)Word Connect (Android)
Free (in-app purchases)
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USEFUL APPS
Self-Management Name How to access What it does iOS or Android PriceBreathe2relax Apple App Store
Google Play StoreStress management tool, learn diaphragmatic breathing to help relaxation
BOTHBreathe2relax (iOS)Breathe2relax (Android)
Free
Breathing Zone Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Slow breathing with guided exercises
BOTHBreathing Zone (iOS)Breathing Zone (Android)
Apple: $3.99Android: $2.99
ePocrates drug reference
www.epocrates.com
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Drug information, safety information, medical news
BOTHePocrates (iOS)ePocrates (Android)
Free
My Meds diary Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Manage medications, track history, refill reminders, medication information
BOTHMyMeds (iOS)MyMeds (Android)
Free
Stress check www.azumio.com
Google Play Store
Quantifying level of psychological or physical stress
BOTHStress Check (Android)
Free
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USEFUL APPS
Unique daily affirmations
www.uniquedailyaffirmations.com
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Provides daily uplifting statements and quotes
BOTHDaily Affirmations (iOS)Daily Affirmations (Android)
Free
Think up: Positive Affirmations
www.thinkup.me
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Self-improvement program to develop motivation and a positive mindset
BOTHThinkUp (iOS)ThinkUp (Android)
Free
Simply Being www.meditationoasis.com/simply-being-app/
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Deep relaxation, stress relief, meditation
BOTHSimply being (iOS)Simply being (Android)
Apple: FreeAndroid: Free -$2.61 for full version
Smoke Free Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Help to quit smoking: track progress
BOTHSmoke Free (iOS)Smoke Free (Android)
Free trial version
Blood pressure companion
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Monitor blood pressure by words, charts, and graphs –explore reasons for high blood pressure
BOTHBlood pressure companion (iOS)Blood pressure companion (Android)
Apple: FreeAndroid: $0.99
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USEFUL APPS
Stroke Risk-o-meter
www.strokeriskometer.com
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Assess individual stroke related risk
BOTHStroke Risk-o-meter (iOS)Stroke Risk-o-meter (Android)
Free (in-app purchases)
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
https://www.mdcalc.com/nih-stroke-scale-score-nihss
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Assistance with Stroke scaling –NOT intended for diagnoses
BOTHNIH Stroke Scale (iOS)NIH Stroke Scale (Android)
Free
Obstructive sleep apnea tracker
Apple App Store Improve natural sleep and sleep efficiency
Apple (iOS)Sleep Tracker (iOS)
Apple: $1.39
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USEFUL APPS
Speech & Writing PracticeName How to access What it does iOS or Android PriceLingraphica www.aacdevice.aphasia
.com/apps/
Apple App Store
Integrated language and cognitive assistance – tasks designed in news, speaking, reading, writing, listening, memory, reasoning, and daily living
Apple (iOS)Lingraphica (iOS)
Free
Lingraphica Talk-Path News
www.talkpathnews.com
Google Play Store
Specialized news source to help with reading and understanding the news
AndroidLingraphica TalkPath News (Android)
Free
Small Talk Aphasia Apple App Store Provides a vocabulary of pictures and words that speak in a natural human voice
Apple (iOS)Small Talk -FEMALESmall Talk - MALE
Free
I can Articulate Apple App Store Development and generalization of speech sounds
Apple (iOS)I Can Articulate (iOS)
Free (in-app purchases)
Quick Artic Apple App Store Practice Articulation of common English sounds
Apple (iOS)Quick Artic (iOS)
Free
Speech tutor Apple App Store Learn and practice speech sounds and view an animation of proper tongue movement
Apple (iOS)Speech Tutor (iOS)
Apple: $20.99
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USEFUL APPS
Voice Test Apple App Store Test voice and check for vocal cord health risk
Apple (iOS)Voice Test (iOS)
Apple: $2.59
Language Therapy Lite
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Boost language skills and enhance speech therapy
BOTHLite version (iOS)Lite version (Android)
FULL version (iOS)FULL version (Android)
Lite: Free4-in-1 full app:Apple: $74.99Android: $104.99
Writing therapy Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Spelling and word association from sounds and pictures
BOTHWriting Therapy (iOS)Writing Therapy (Android)
Apple store: $24.99Google Play store: $34.99
Constant Therapy
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Practice speech, language, cognition, memory, reading, attention and comprehension skills
BOTH Constant Therapy (iOS)Constant Therapy (Android)
Free(in-app subscription purchases)
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USEFUL APPSSpeech Assistance & Text-to-Speech
Name How to access What it does iOS or Android PriceSpeaking assistant
Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Speech practice BOTH Speaking Assistant (iOS)Speaking Assistant (Android)
Free (in-app subscription purchases)
Dictation Talk to Text
Apple App Store Speech to Text voice recognition for social media and text messaging
Apple (iOS) Dictation Talk to Text (iOS)
Free (in-app purchases)
Speech sounds on Cue
Apple App Store Speech therapy software for articulation difficulty
Apple (iOS)Speech Sounds on Cue (iOS)
$17.99
Conversation Starters
Apple App Store Conversation starters, tips for having a great conversation
Apple (iOS)Conversations
$0.99
Speak and Translate
Apple App Store Speech to speech, speech to text, and text to text translations between many global languages
Apple (iOS)Speak and Translate (iOS)
Free (in-app purchases)
Text to Speech Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store
Converts typed words and sentences into speech
BOTH Text to Speech (iOS)Text to Speech (Android)
Free
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