Resources & Frequently Asked Questions

It may have been Friday the 13th, but for peopleCare, September 13 this year felt like a day of good fortune. Our annual Community Walk to Wellness, held alongside the first-ever provincial Long-Term Care (LTC) Community Engagement Day on the …
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The success of any organization depends on the strength of its team members at every level. When knowledge is shared and employees feel empowered to make decisions, everyone benefits. This approach is foundational to peopleCare’s culture, and our commitment to develop …
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peopleCare Tavistock LTC residents were on the move at the end of October, into their brand-new 128-bed home in the wonderful community where peopleCare began caring for local seniors decades ago.

Spirits were high, and the weather cooperated for the …
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Please contact your Ontario Health atHome branch.

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:

determine your eligibility …
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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.

Retirement Homes are covered under the Residential Tenancies Act. You will sign a Residency Agreement but only 30 days’ notice is required to terminate the agreement.

No, accommodations in Retirement Homes are all rentals.

Many Retirement Residences welcome pets but ask to be certain. If pets are allowed, you are fully responsible for your pet and to provide an emergency contact should you be unable to care for it.