Community Services
Care Ambassador Program
Background
The Care Ambassador Program is designed to provide education and support for caregivers of elderly relatives and family members.
The program receives funding from the Central and Central East Local Health Integration Networks. Services are provided at the Yee Hong Caregiver Education and Resource Centre in Richmond Hill and at the Yee Hong Scarborough-McNicoll Centre.
Yee Hong is collaborating with the University of Toronto, Heart and Stroke Foundation and Alzheimer’s Society to develop Chinese training programs and manuals for caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients and post-stroke survivors.
Objectives
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Increase participants' knowledge on care management, community resources, diseases common to seniors and other health issues |
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Enhance coping skills of caregivers |
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Provide opportunities for ongoing social and emotional support |
Eligibility
Individuals who provide care and assistance to elderly relatives/family members, including caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients and stroke survivors.
Services
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Educational and training courses including Chronic Disease Self-Management Programs, Caregivers’ EQ, Sleep Well Program, First Aid etc.
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Group and social activities |
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Displays and exhibitions |
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Publications |
Application
Referrals are welcome from medical professionals, social workers, family members, friends or clients themselves.
Inquiries
Yee Hong Caregiver Education and Resource Centre
360 Hwy. 7 E., Unit 17 (Bayview Ave./Hwy. 7)
Richmond Hill
Tel: 416-321-6333 ext. 2360
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