There are a variety of day program options to meet individual interests and health care needs. These programs support individuals living with mental health or chronic illness; and physical, intellectual or cognitive impairment, such as early stroke, Parkinson's disease or early stage dementia; or general age related frailty.
The Adult Day Service program operates six days a week and offers a variety of social-recreational activities to promote independence and healthy living and improve wellbeing and quality of life. Professional and supportive staff manage and lead these programs.
Adult Day programs serve residents with different languages and cultural backgrounds. Francophone residents are welcome to attend all programs and days. Francophone staff are available in the day programs two days per week. Portuguese speaking residents attend all programs and days. For more information or support in French, please call ext. Foot Care Treatments are now available.
Please register online here or in person at any City of Cambridge facility. View the Current Volunteer Opportunities Listing for details and how to apply. Over time, individuals may begin to isolate themselves and become socially withdrawn as they find it more difficult to stay connected to friends, the community or to leave the safety and comfort of their homes. Friendly Visiting is funded by the Ministry of Health.
The program matches a volunteer with a socially isolated older adult, or an adult with a physical disability for social and recreational in-person or phone visits for hours per week. Activities can include conversing in and around the home, crafts, board and card games, outings, and more. Visiting Service is offered to those who:. For referrals to this program, please contact the Friendly Visiting team at ext. The Friendly Visiting program d o es not provide the following services :.
