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Considering a new home is no simple decision. We’re happy to provide below a list of common questions and useful resources to help you in your research.

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We would all prefer to make our decisions at our own pace.  Some like to quickly make a move while others do meticulous research and weigh each option carefully.  Unfortunately, life often has other plans.  For seniors, it may be …
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Make hiring abroad part of your well-rounded HHR strategy

Like other Canadian healthcare organizations, one of peopleCare Communities’ most pressing priorities is hiring, onboarding, training and retaining skilled and dedicated employees.

While not unique, peopleCare’s health human resource (HHR) challenges …
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Life in a retirement home can offer many new experiences. If you or someone you love has started to think it is time for a change, we invite you to use the Retirement Living – Resident Checklist to help guide …
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Long-Term Care

All applications and admission to long-term care homes are arranged by Ontario Health atHome.

Your local Ontario Health atHome Branch will help you every step of the way. Ontario Health atHome staff will:

There are significant wait lists for long-term care in most areas of the province. The length of your wait is dependent upon which Home and the type of accommodation you have selected.

You can expect to receive the following services in a long-term care home:

    shared dining room, TV rooms and other living areas nursing and personal care on a 24-hour basis access to health professionals individual care plan (reviewed every …
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Retirement

The Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA) represents more than 90% of the retirement homes in Ontario and maintains a list on its website:  www.orcaretirement.com.

There are also many websites that can provide information listings such as www.senioropolis.com and …
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Your choice of Retirement Home/ Residence will be determined by your preferences, your budget and your health care needs. Once you find a residence you like, the staff will meet with you to ensure your needs can safely be met. …
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Suite availability varies by residence.

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