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The P. R. Cook Apartments include 181 apartments on 8 floors. Approximately 50% of the units house subsidized or rent-geared-to-income tenants. Most operating costs associated with the apartments are met by the rental income. Types of Accommodation:
- 8 Two Bedroom 972 Sq. Ft. approx.
- 16 Large One Bedroom 644 Sq. Ft. approx.
- 112 Standard One Bedroom 594 Sq. Ft. Approx.
- 30 Bachelor 420 Sq. Ft. Approx.
- 15 Bed Sitting 300 Sq. Ft. Approx.
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The Support Services Program for the P.R. Cook Apartments provides services to tenants which enable the tenants to continue to live in their own apartments, even when their service needs are quite extensive. The program helps tenants remain independent and delays or avoids their placement in institutions. The program allows tenants to age in a familiar setting while retaining as much independence and private life as possible.
The program has been in operation for almost 10 years now. The Service Packages were organized following an in depth consultation process with tenants and their families.
Each client's schedule of services is individualized to his or her particular needs. Schedules are flexible and can change according to changing circumstances. The cost of the program depends on the package of services chosen. A subsidy is available and is based on an income qualification.
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Personal Care
The focus of the Support Services Program is personal care, care for the tenants themselves. Care can include bathing help (either in the tenant's own tub or in a central tub with a lift), monitoring of medications, help with dressing, etc. Every attempt is made to provide the services tenants need to live as comfortably as possible.
Housecleaning and Laundry
Housecleaning and laundry are done on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. The program provides the vacuums, mops and pails used.
Life Enrichment
Life Enrichment programs are a very important part of the Support Services Program. Through these activities we strive to create an environment where tenants are treated as individuals and are provided with a sense of belonging and control over their lives. Tenants can chose from a variety of recreational, educational, therapeutic and social activities to fulfill their own needs and interests. An activity is planned every day of the month, usually in the afternoon. The purposes of these activities are socialization and companionship, choice and control, normalization and individuality.
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Use of the Heritage Van
The van is booked for scheduled shopping trips and social outings. There is a nominal van fare for the return trip.
How Are You Checks
Tenants can choose to have a staff person knock on their door every day to confirm that everything is all right as well as to have a little chat.
Emergency Response
This system is already in place in all apartments and is monitored 24 hours a day. Clients can also rent a Pendant Alert system that offers additional security at night.
Meals
The program offers 5 evening meals per week either delivered or in the coffee shop. Extra meals can also be purchased. The staff often make breakfast and lunch for clients in the apartment.
Use of the swimming pool
Clients can swim during the open swim times. Aquabics and hydrotherapy classes are also offered.
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Assistance of a Case Manager
The manager of the program helps tenants to select services to meet their needs from the in-house selection and from services available in the community. Each service package is comprehensive and individualized. The manager is available to discuss any concerns tenants might have.
Respite Apartment
A Respite Apartment is part of the Support Services Program. This apartment accepts seniors from the community for stays up to 30 days at a time. Client care is organized to meet the assessed needs. The Respite Apartment can offer a break to caregivers. Bookings for this apartment are made through the Community Care Access Centre.
For further information call 807.768.4417
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