Alzheimer Society Peel
Site: Mississauga Halton
Service: Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO)
Record #:
MHH0533
Last Full Update:
10 May 2024
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 905-278-3667 ext 314 |
| Fax | 905-278-3964 (no personal health information should be sent to this fax) |
| first.link@alzheimerpeel.com | |
| Website | alzheimer.ca/peel/en/help-support/programs-services/behavioural-supports-ontario |
| Social Media |  Facebook,  Instagram,  LinkedIn,  X (Twitter),  YouTube |
Site Information
| Located In Community | Port Credit |
| Address & Map | 60 Briarwood Ave Mississauga, ON L5G 3N6 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable |
Agency Information
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1983 |
| Funding | Ontario Health (Central) * Donations |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | Aims to improve the lives of Ontarians with behaviours associated with complex and challenging mental health, dementia or other neurological conditions living in long-term care homes or in independent living settings Acute Care Behavioural Consultant (ACBC) works closely with the social workers, discharge planners, care coordinators and front-line staff at the hospital to identify the triggers, manage behaviours and determine the most appropriate discharge location. ACBC collaborate with community agencies and long term care homes to help transition clients to the most appropriate care setting post their acute episode Behavioural Support Counsellor (BSC) provides education, support, counselling and guidance to caregivers and family members who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias * BSO counselors help families and caregivers navigate the health care system to link them with available community resources * support for families is provided in the form of a one-on-one home or office visit, a talk over the phone, or assistance in reaching out and connecting with other individuals living with dementia in the community through support groups and educational workshops Behavioural Intervention Specialist (BIS) works within the hospitals with patients with responsive behaviours * BIS will collaborate with the patient, caregivers and hospital staff to look for triggers to behaviours and develop some interventions to help manage behaviours Community Support Worker (CSW) works with individuals who are demonstrating significant responsive behaviours * CSW works closely with the individuals, families and staff to develop strategies in order to minimize responsive behaviours, to ensure seamless transitions within the healthcare system including long term care, acute care and community (ADS/Home) Care Navigator (CN) works collaboratively with health care professionals and community organizations to coordinate an effective plan of care for complex clients whose responsive behaviours are creating a barrier to their transitions within the healthcare system Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant (PRC) supports staff that provide care for seniors with responsive behaviours related to complex physical, cognitive and mental health needs * this includes long term care homes, adult day programs, supportive housing settings or the community |
| Hours | Hours vary * call for information |
| Areas Served | Halton Region ; Mississauga |
| Boundaries | Mississauga Halton region |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Complete a First Link Referral Form for BSO supports |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Free |
Categories and Classification
| Service Categories | Caregiver Counselling ~ Dementia ; Case/Care Management ~ Dementia ; Condition Specific Treatment ~ Dementia ; Dementia Evaluation ; Geriatric Psychiatry ; Outreach Programs ~ Dementia ; Personal Health Care Advocate Services ~ Dementia ; Professional Skills Development Support ~ Dementia |
| Older Adult Main Categories | CAREGIVER SUPPORT ; COMMUNITY HEALTH ; HOME SUPPORTS ; MEMORY LOSS & DEMENTIA |
| Older Adult Sub-Categories | Case Management/Service Coordination ; Counselling/Education ; Outreach Teams ; Psychogeriatric Assessments/Care ; Support for Persons with Dementia |
