Assisted living provides services in a seniors apartment or congregate living setting on a scheduled basis. Services are non-clinical personal supports that help the individual to remain living independently in an apartment setting.
The program does not have registered nursing or other clinical staff on site. Any required nursing or professional care needs can be arranged through the Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Local Health Integration Network.
Eligibility depends on the specific needs of the client as assessed by the Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Local Health Integration Network Home and Community Care Coordinator.
Prospective clients cannot be on a wait list for long-term care, or need immediate or 24 hours availability of nursing care or other professional medical services.
Assisted living services are for adults who can live independently, but need support with key tasks / activities.
The tenant is assessed to identify need, and the supports available within the service. Once identified, a service plan is developed and an annual assisted agreement is signed.
The agreement outlines the scope of assisted living services, and responsibilities of the provider and the tenant.
The service delivery model requires a level of self-sufficiency where only minor help is needed to be successful when assisted with:
Additional services can be accessed by tenants on a scheduled basis with outside contracted providers. Additional fees are the responsibility of the tenant.
Deer Park Suites is an assisted living facility with 26 private rental units.
A landlord / tenant rental agreement is required and only in effect so long as the individual service needs can be met within the scope of assisted living services. The rental agreement includes:
For information about eligibility and admission, call the Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Local Health Integration Network at 905-684-9441 or 1-800-263-5480.
Call Seniors Community Programs to book a tour at 905-984-2621 or 1-877-212-3922.
Funding for assisted living services within Deer Park Suites is through the Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Local Health Integration Network.