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FALL 2018 EDITION

COMMUNITY STROKE RESOURCES for the Regions of Halton, Peel, Dufferin& Etobicoke

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This booklet is a list of resources to assist adult stroke survivors and their caregivers to find community agencies that provide direct service or the link to other programs that support re-integration into the community. As it is impossible to list all

community services in the booklet, healthcare providers across the continuum of care can provide you with additional resource

information to meet your needs.

The material contained in this booklet is for information purposes only. It should not be used as a substitute for the

medical advice, recommendation or treatment of a qualified healthcare provider. Further, the West GTA Stroke Network

does not accept responsibility for the services described in the booklet or for any errors or omissions.

We acknowledge with thanks permission from the Central South Stroke Network for use of the cover design.

The most recently updated booklet can be found on the following website

www.westgtastroke.ca

For further inquiries and to provide feedback please contact our office at 905-848-7580,

Ext. 5475


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES 3

PROFESSIONAL THERAPY RESOURCES 14

OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 19

COMMUNITY REINTEGRATION PROGRAMS & SERVICES 35

STROKE PREVENTION AND REGIONAL HOSPITALS 58

USEFUL WEBSITES AND APPS 61

LEGEND: No associated service fee: Education/Information based resources:


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COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES

HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE SERVICES THROUGH THE LOCAL HEALTH INTEGRATION NETWORK

PRIVATE PAY NURSING SERVICES

PRIVATE PAY PERSONAL CARE/HOMEMAKING/RESPITE SERVICES

ADULT DAY PROGRAMS


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HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE-LOCAL HEALTH INTEGRATION NETWORK (LHIN)

Ontario’s 14 Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) plan, fund, integrate and coordinate health care services for people living in their local communities. LHINs also deliver and coordinate home- and community-based health care and support services.

Your LHIN’s caring and knowledgeable Home and Community Care staff can help:• Connect you with the care and support you need at home,

at school or in the community following injury, illness or the complications of age or disability

• Arrange for and coordinate the provision of nursing, rehabilitation and supportive care to people of all ages

• Facilitate access to long-term care homes, assisted living, convalescent care and adult day programs

• Link you to health supports, services and resources in the community.

To access LHIN services and programs, you may self-refer or be referred by a family member, caregiver and/or health care practitioner. Patient consent is required prior to receiving any treatment or intervention. In order to receive services, you must have a valid Ontario health card (OHIP) and meet the LHIN’s eligibility criteria. There is no cost for services.


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The following services may be available for stroke survivors (based on individual need).

Care Coordination: assessment and coordination of services, referrals and follow-upNursing: professional nursing services as requiredDietetics: nutrition, swallowing disordersOccupational Therapy: activities of daily living, wheelchair/seating systems, cognitive/perceptual re-training, home safety, caregiver support and education, community re-engagementSocial Work: family/social support, assessment for depressionPhysiotherapy: mobility/balance, shoulder pain, arm and leg movement, facilitate physical recoverySpeech-Language Pathology: communication, swallowing disordersPersonal Support: assistance with personal care activitiesRespite Support for Caregivers: in-home respite and access to short stay respite beds


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To learn more, please contact your local LHIN.

Agency Name Contact/Website

Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network

• Halton Hills, Milton, Mississauga, Oakville and South Etobicoke

905-855-90901-877-336-9090

www.mississaugahaltonlhin.on.cahttp://healthcareathome.ca/mh/en

Central West Local Health Integration Network

• Brampton, Caledon, Dufferin County, Malton, North Etobicoke and West Woodbridge

905-796-00401-888-733-1177

www.centralwestlhin.on.cahttp://healthcareathome.ca/centralwest/en


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PRIVATE PAY NURSING SERVICES

The agencies listed below provide nursing services outside of the hospital by regulated nursing professionals for a fee.

For additional listings please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/

http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/


Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) – Peel 1-855-285-2991

www.von.ca

We Care Home Health Services a Part of CBI Home Health

1-866-729-3227https://www.cbi.ca/web/we-care-home-health-

services

Bayshore Home Health 1-877-289-3997

www.bayshore.ca

CBI Health Group 1-800-463-2225

www.cbi.ca

Closing the Gap1-877-560-0202

www.closingthegap.ca

Comfort Keepers1-866-363-0072

www.comfortkeepers.ca

Saint Elizabeth Health Care 1-855-275-3549www.saintelizabeth.com

Nurse Next Door Home Care Services1-866-729-3227

https://www.nursenextdoor.com/

Acclaim Health • Halton

905-827-8800

Spectrum Health Care905-272-2271

https://spectrumhealthcare.com/


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The agencies listed below may provide services such as assistance with personal care, light housekeeping, meal

preparation, shopping, laundry and/or companionship for a fee. Please note that the agencies listed under the “Nursing section”

may also provide personal support/homemaking services.




PRIVATE PAY

CANES Home Support Services• Etobicoke, Brampton, Malton

416-743-3892http://www.canes.on.ca/

Links2Care • Milton/Halton Hills and Oakville/Mississauga

905-873-6502

www.links2care.ca

Etobicoke Services for Seniors416-243-0127

www.esssupportservices.ca

Seniors for Seniors• Peel/Halton

905-276-1140http://seniorsforseniors.ca

Storefront Humber• South Etobicoke area

416-259-4207www.storefronthumber.ca


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Home Instead Senior Care905-463-0860905-276-2273

www.homeinstead.com

First Class Home Care Inc.• Etobicoke, Peel and Halton

905-636-9995www.firstclasshomecareinc.com

Central Registry-Mississauga Halton LHIN - Supports for Daily Living

• Milton, Mississauga, Toronto (part of Mississauga Halton LHIN) and OakvilleCCAC-Caregiver Recharge Program• Mississauga Halton Only

905-281-4443http://www.centralregistry.ca/

Homewatch CareGivers• Peel Region

905-581-0741 https://www.homewatchcaregivers.ca/miss

issauga/

ComForcare Home Care• Peel Region

905-796-2273

Comfort Keepers• Orangeville

519-942-9101https://www.comfortkeepers.ca/

Peel Senior Link905-712-4413

http://peelseniorlink.com/

Premier Homecare Services905-281-8100

http://www.homecaremississaugasouth.com/


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Caledon Community Services 905-584-2300https://ccs4u.org/

Dufferin County Community Services1-519-925-5452

http://www.dufferincounty.ca/residents/seniors-programs-and-services

CarePartners Personal Support Services905-452-7118

http://www.carepartners.ca/


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ADULT DAY PROGRAMS

Day programs offer social and recreational programs in an engaging environment for clients with disabilities or cognitive

impairment living in the community. Assistance and supervision with personal care, as well as caregiver respite, support and

education is also provided however services may vary between programs. Referrals to some of the adult day programs are

made through the Local Health Integration Network Home and Community Care Office. Please note that wait lists may exist for this service. Most of these services may require a fee to attend. Transportation to and from the program may be an additional

fee.




Alzheimer’s Society of Peel 905-278-3667ext. 307

http://www.alzheimer.ca/peel

Region of Halton• Friends Landing & Milton Place (Milton)• Silver Creek Place (Georgetown)

905-825-6000http://www.halton.ca/cms/One.aspx?porta

lId=8310&pageId=10649

Storefront Humber Inc. • South Etobicoke

416-259-4207http://www.storefronthumber.ca/


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ADULT DAY PROGRAMS


Acclaim Health Alzheimer’s and Other Dementia’s Day Program

• Oakville

905-847-9559http://www.acclaimhealth.ca/menu-services/alzheimer-

services/adult-day-program/

S.E.N.A.C.A. Senior’s Day Program Halton Inc.

• Mississauga• Oakville (2 locations)

905-812-8222 905-337-8937 and 905-847-3394

www.senaca.ca

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care • Mississauga

905-568-0333www.yeehong.com/centre/long-term-care/

Peel Adult Day Programs(Requires referral through the Home and Community Care Office)

• Peel Manor, Brampton• Tall Pines, Brampton• Davis Centre, Bolton• Malton Village, Mississauga• Sheridan Villa, Mississauga

905-453-4140, Ext. 3708905-791-2449, Ext. 2310905-857-7842 Ext. 3008 905-791-1179, Ext. 7369905-791-8668, Ext. 2916

http://www.peelregion.ca/ltc/programs/adult-day.htm

Next Step to Active Living• An adult day program for individuals 21 years of age and older who have acquired physical disability(ies) to become more independent though participation in recreation activities

• Mississauga (Huron Park and South Common Community Centre)

905-615-4770, Ext. 2279 OR 2294

www.mississauga.ca/nextstep

Indus Community Services Adult Day Services -Serves clients with high care needs and those who exhibit challenging behaviors.

• Mississauga (2 locations)• Brampton

905-507-6099 and 905-361-0463905-595-1667

http://induscs.ca/adult-day-program/


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ADULT DAY PROGRAMS

Etobicoke Services for Seniors416-243-0127

www.esssupportservices.ca

Senior’s Life Enhancement Centres

• Oakville

905-279-9061www.slec.ca

Dufferin County Community Support Services Adult Day Program

• Dufferin

1-519-925-5452

Kipling Acres Adult Day Program

416-392-2299

Victorian Order of NursesAlzheimer’s Adult DayProgram

• Orangeville

519-941-1050

West Park Healthcare Centre Acquired Brain Injury AdultDay Program

• Etobicoke(referrals through the Toronto ABI Network)

416-597-3057https://www.westpark.org/Services/ABIAdultDayProgram.aspx

Peel Halton Dufferin Acquired Brain Injury Services-Adult Day Programs

• Mississauga and Orangeville

905-949-4411519-942-0111



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PROFESSIONAL THERAPY RESOURCES

PHYSIOTHERAPY

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY

NUTRITION


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PHYSIOTHERAPY

The agencies listed below provide clinic or in-home therapy to optimize physical recovery.




Central West Physiotherapy Hotline Number

1-888-733-1177 Ext. 7744

Publicly Funded Physiotherapy Clinic Locations 1-866-532-3161http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/pro

grams/physio/pub_clinics.aspx

Hospital Outpatient Services

See Hospital Outpatient Services

PRIVATE PAY

Ontario Physiotherapy Association (OPA)• Provides information about private services under the section “Find A Physiotherapist”

416-322-68661-800-672-9668www.opa.on.ca


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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

The agencies listed below provide clinic or in-home therapy to increase independence in activities of daily living and provide

intervention for cognitive/perceptual problems.




Home and Community Care Services through the Local Health Integration Network See Home and Community Care Services

Hospital Outpatient Services See Hospital Outpatient Services

PRIVATE PAY

Ontario Society of Occupational therapy • Provides an online search tool which will link you directly to an occupational therapists who may be able assist you.

1-877-676-6768

www.osot.on.ca/findanot


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SPEECH THERAPY (SLP)

The agencies listed below provide clinic or in-home therapy to address swallowing and communication.




Home and Community Care Services through the Local Health Integration Network

See Home and Community Care Services

Hospital Outpatient Services See Hospital Outpatient Services

PRIVATE PAY

Ontario Association of Speech - Language Pathologists and Audiologists (OSLA)

• Provides listings for Speech and Language Pathologists

416-920-36761-800-718-6752

https://www.osla.on.ca/en/childirectory

College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario

• Provides a “Find a Speech and Language Pathologist” section

http://www.caslpo.com/

Halton-Peel Community Aphasia Programs• Burlington, Milton, Oakville, Mississauga, & Brampton • Fees may apply depending on the program

905-875-8474www.h-pcap.com


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NUTRITION

The agencies listed below help link clients with dietitians in their area to provide tailored advice and guidance on diet, food, and

nutrition based on the clients’ individual circumstances.


Home and Community Care Services through the Local Health Integration Network See Home and Community Care Services

PRIVATE PAY

Dietitians of Canada-Find a Dietitian “Quick Link”416-596-0857

https://www.dietitians.ca/

Telehealth Ontario Dietitian Support 1-866-797-0000


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OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT AND COMMUNITY REHABILITATION/IN HOME PROGRAMS

SPASTICITY CLINICS

INCONTINENCE RESOURCES

SELF-MANAGEMENT RESOURCES

LAB SERVICES

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

COUNSELLING

ASSESSMENT AND REHABILITATION OF COGNITION, BEHAVIOUR OR MOOD AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING

REHABILITATION OF VISION AND/OR PERCEPTION


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The agencies listed below provide in-home rehabilitation programs to help with transitioning from the hospital to home

and community integration. Please note that outpatient hospital services may be a single service model or provide

multidisciplinary rehab. Each program has specific admission criteria.

Please note that a doctor’s referral may be required to access services.


Trillium Health Partners-Credit Valley Hospital Seniors and Rehabilitation Day Hospital 905-813-1100 ext. 6528

Trillium Health Partners–Mississauga Site Outpatient Neuro Rehab Services 905-848-7280

William Osler Health System Outpatient Services• Brampton Civic 905-494-6540

Halton Healthcare Services

Step-Up Program, Oakville

Out-patient services, Georgetown

905-338-4613905-873-0111,

ext. 8112

Community Step Up Program:

The Community Step Up Program is a 6 week multi-disciplinary (PT/OT/SLP) rehabilitation program to support frail seniors and older adults with medical complex conditions who has recently experienced a functional decline.

1-877-696-1620 https://www.lifemarkseniorswellness.ca/ste

pupprogram


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Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network Stroke Program

Designed to enable timely, intensive, specialized community-based rehabilitation for mild to moderate stroke patients transitioning from hospital to home.

Must meet specific eligibility criteria to access program

905-855-9090

PRIVATE PAY

Rehab Plus Outpatient Rehab Services at West Park Healthcare 416-243-3778


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SPASTICITY CLINICS

The clinics listed below provide services to assist patients experiencing spasticity with a variety of services such as

managing muscle spasms and tightness, reducing associated pain, improving gait, posture, and ease of daily activities, and

increasing voluntary active motor function.


West Park Health Care Centre Spasticity Management Clinic

• West Toronto*drug costs are private pay by the patient

416-243-3721https://www.westpark.org/en/Services/Spa

sticity

Halton Health Comprehensive Spasticity Management Clinic

• Requires a Physician Referral

905-845-2571Ext. 3545

https://www.haltonhealthcare.on.ca/programs-and-services/rehabilitation-and-

geriatrics/outpatient-services/spasticity-management-clinic.html

Spasticity Clinics of Canada• Mississauga

905-608-0800Fax: 905-828-8892

Neurology Clinic Trillium Health Partners-Credit Valley Site, Dr. Amer Ghavanini

905-813-1100Ext. 6858


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INCONTINENCE RESOURCES

The programs listed below provide services such as education about the causes of incontinence, assistance in changing eating and drinking habits, improving bowel and/or bladder emptying,

and finding products that reduce personal costs on pads and laundry.


Regional Continence Program

Clients 18 y.o. +

Home visits available for very frail clients or clients that are home bound

416-521-40901-888-271-2742

https://trilliumhealthpartners.ca/patientservices/seniors/regionalcontinenceservices/Pa

ges/default.aspx

Canadian Continence Foundation

Great source of information on incontinence www.canadiancontinence.ca

Adult Diaper Suppliers – PRIVATE PAY

Diapers Direct 289-401-1579

Diaper Warehouse 905-886-9600


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SELF-MANAGEMENT RESOURCES

The self-management programs listed below provide no cost resources including in-person workshops and online programs that focus around chronic pain management, chronic disease

self-management, maximizing overall health, diet management, and diabetes foot care. These workshops help to promote

behaviour that positively impacts health and promotes self-care.


Maximize Your Health: Mississauga-Halton905-338-2983, Ext. 4877

http://www.maximizeyourhealth.ca/

Self-Management Program: Central West 905-863-2574

https://www.cwselfmanagement.ca/home


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LABORATORY SERVICES

The agencies listed below administer medical tests to provide information to healthcare providers. Some services may also

provide in home services for a fee.




Life Labs: 1-877-849-3637

www.lifelabs.com

Dynacare: 1-800-565-5721www.dynacare.ca


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The mental health agencies listed below provide services ranging from brief interventions, inpatient and outpatient

programs, continuing care, and psychiatric emergency services. These clinical care services may include: assessment and

treatment, addiction rehabilitation, geriatric telemedicine clinics, telemental health programs, late-life mood disorder

clinics and more programs to assist in improving mental health.


http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/ Please note that some services may charge a fee for service.


Trillium Health Partners-Seniors Mental Health Services• Provides comprehensive psychiatric assessment and psychosocial intervention * program is for seniors over the age of 65 experiencing poor mental health. Individuals under 65 who are diagnosed with an early onset mental health illness may also be eligible for the program, and will be considered on an individual basis• Doctor Referral is required

416-521-4006

Centre for Additction & Mental Health (CAMH) 416-535-8501

Press 2www.camh.net

VON Peel Volunteer Visiting for Seniors with Mental Health Issues

905-821-3254http://www.von.ca/en/peel/service/volunte

er-visiting-mental-health

TEACH• Peer Support Initiative of Support and Housing for individuals (16+) who have or experienced mental health or substance use challenges and have interacted with the mental health system. TEACH helps individuals in their personal recovery using a recovery philosophy and providing peer-led and peer developed programs.• Mississauga and Halton

905-693-8771http://www.t-e-a-c-h.org/index.html


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Peel Crisis Outreach and Support Team (COAST)• The program currently serves the residents of Mississauga and Brampton who may have mental health issues and find themselves in crisis

905-278-9036

The Gerstein Crisis Center • Etobicoke

416-929-5200

Halton risis Outreach and Support Team (COAST) • provides Halton Region residents aged 16 and over, who are experiencing a mental health crisis with immediate outreach and support

1-877-825-9011


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Canadian Mental Health Association, Peel Dufferin Branch - Brampton • Connects individuals to mental health and addictions information, education and support services

905-451-2123

cmhapeeldufferin.ca

Recovery Canada-Brampton• Provider of self-help training for mental health and wellness * training available to anyone, anywhere, any time * dedicated to the after care of people suffering from nervous and emotional stress, panic disorders, depression, etc.

905-304-6802 www.recoverycanada.ca

Canes Community Care-Treat at Home Senior’s Mental Health

• Service for older adults and adults with health challenges like depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns• Toronto (Etobicoke), Brampton, Vaughan (Woodbridge), and Malton

416-743-3892

Ext. 236

One Link• Physician referral is required• Single point of accessess for referrals to 10 Addiction and Mental Health Service Providers in the Mississauga Halton areaEtobicoke, and Dufferin• 16 y.o +, self referral

905-338-41231-844-216-7411


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COUNSELLING SERVICES

The agencies listed below provide individual or group counselling

for stroke survivors and/or their family members which may be offered for a fee.




Family Services of Peel• Mississauga, Malton, Brampton

905-453-5775www.fspeel.org

After Stroke® Warmline -Program of March of Dimes Canada• For all other areas call or email to ask about Stroke

Survivor and Caregiver groups

1-888-540-6666or [email protected]

CANES Caregiver Support and Counselling • Etobicoke, Malton, Brampton

416-743-3892,Ext. 243

http://www.canes.on.ca/

Catholic Family Services of Peel/Dufferin• Peel and Dufferin

905-450-1608www.cfspd.com

Mind Forward formerly Peel Halton Dufferin Acquired Brain Injury Services (PHD ABIS)

905-949-4411Ext. 250

www.phdabis.org

Aberfoyle Clinic (Etobicoke)• Physician referral required

416-231-7968

Canadian Mental Health Association-Individual Support Services

905-451-2123 http://cmhapeeldufferin.ca/programs-

services/access-to-recovery/


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COUNSELLING SERVICES


Friends & Advocates Peel• Community mental health organization focused on social rehabilitation and mental health •Brampton, Mississauga, Etobicoke, and Dufferin• 16 y.o +, self referral

905-452-1002www.fapeel.org

Caledon Community Services-Counselling and Care Coordination

905-584-2300ccs4u.org


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The services listed below provide a wide range of services that can assist with the assessment and rehabilitation of cognition,

behaviour, and mood through support, therapy, workshops, and clinics.

Please note that most of the listed services may charge a fee that is not covered through Ontario Health Insurance Plan

(OHIP).


Occupational Therapists also provide assessment and treatment of cognitive behavioral or mood issues

See the “Occupational Therapy“ section

PRIVATE PAY

The Ontario psychological association • Provides a “Find a Psychologist” Section where you can locate a provider in your area

416-961-5552http://www.psych.on.ca/ or

http://www.psych.on.ca/Utilities/Find-a-psychologist.aspx

Bartimeus • Provides rehabilitation support workers for patients in the community or at home to support return to work

1-877-542-9990http://www.bartimaeusrehab.com


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The services listed below provide a wide range of services that can assist with the assessment and rehabilitation of cognition,

behaviour, and mood through support, therapy, workshops, and clinics.

Please note that most of the listed services may charge a fee that is not covered through Ontario Health Insurance Plan

(OHIP).


B & C Health • Provides cognitive behavioral therapy, lifestyle change, psychosocial assessment and consultation for those with anxiety or mood disorders (i.e. depression) or other psychological issues

1-855-814-8200905-814-8200

http://www.bnchealth.ca/

Inter-Action Rehabilitation Inc• Cognitive Rehabilitation

416-445-5125

Credit Valley Neuropsychology Group• Neuropsychological Assessment

905-855-5027www.cvneuropsychology.ca

Peel Memory and Cognitive Disorders Clinic 905-272-1015

http://peelmemoryclinic.ca


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REHABILITATION OF VISION AND/OR PERCEPTION

The agencies listed below may provide services such as complete ocular health evaluation, visual rehabilitation

education, and treatments to improve vision and overall quality of life by treating visual-motor, visual-perceptual, and visual

information processing dysfunctions. Vision therapy can assist with visual comfort, efficiency, and movement.


PRIVATE PAY

Neuro- Optemetric Rehabilitation Association• Provides information on vision deficits and rehabilitation for patients and other health care professionals• This website has a "find a provider“ section where one can locate an optometrist practicing vision rehabilitation near you

1-949-250-0176https://noravisionrehab.com/

Canadian Optometrists in Vision Therapy andRehabilitation

• Provides information on vision therapy and a “FIND A DOC” section for those looking for an optometrist trained in vision rehabilitation

N/A- web based contact form onlyhttp://visiontherapycanada.com/find-a-

doc.html

Canadian National Institute for the Blind • Provides information and tips on living with vision loss

1-800-563-2642http://www.cnib.ca


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COMMUNITY REINTEGRATION PROGRAMS & SERVICES

MUSIC THERAPY

APHASIA RESOURCES

PEER SUPPORT GROUPS

FINANCIAL RESOURCES

EQUIPMENT AND ADAPTIVE AIDS

MALL WALKING PROGRAMS

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

DRIVING ASSESSMENT AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING PERMIT

BACK TO WORK

MULTICULTURAL SERVICES

RECREATION PROGRAMS FOR STROKE SURVIVORS

COMMUNITY CENTERS AND SENIORS CENTERS


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The programs listed below offer engaging activities that assist with socialization and light exercise to promote quality of life. These programs help with community reintegration and are

specifically designed for people recovering from an injury/surgery, or living with a chronic disease, to reduce risk of future health problems, speed up and improve recovery from

injury, and increase energy and mental health. These programs are run out of accessible centres. Most of these programs charge a registration fee. Some financial assistance may be

available – call program for more information.


Oakville Strokers• A community charity operated by volunteers providing recreation, socialisation and light aquatic exercise • Physician’s consent required

905-842-8791http://oakvillestrokers.com/

City of Mississauga Therapeutic Recreation Programs• Enables individuals to participate in safe, inclusive, and appropriate activities led by certified instructors. Our programs are not intended to take place of physical, occupational or other therapies but can promote healing, increase quality of life and provide social connections

For more information visit Mississauga.ca/therapeutic or call your

local community center.


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‘Sauga Stroke Breakers • A therapeutic recreation program for stroke survivors who have finished their rehab. The program is offered on Thursdays 10:00am –2:15pm at Mississauga Valley Community Center. For more information contact Terri Dale

905-615-4670 ext. 8282

Next Step to Active Living• An adult day program for individuals 21 years of age and older who have acquired physical disability(ies) to become more independent though participation in recreation activities.• Mississauga (Huron Park and South Common Community Centre)

905-615-4770Ext. 2279 or Ext. 2294

www.mississauga.ca/nextstep

Islington Day Club, Islington United Church• Thursdays 11–2, September-JuneMarjory Ellis or Deborah Holdsworth

416-239-6144 or 416-231-8132


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Central West Local Health Integration Network-Home and Community Care Stroke Exercise and Falls Prevention Programs

• This group exercise and falls prevention program consists of strengthening and balance exercises and offers a wide variety of health and wellness topics relevant to stroke survivors.

1-888-733-1177Ext. 7744

Lifemark Seniors Wellness in partnership with Acclaim Health and Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network

• Offers FREE Exercise classes, a 12 week falls prevention and a 12 week osteoporosis programs for seniors, older adults with disabilities and those that suffer from chronic illness

1-877-696-1620

Swim and Social (18+ years)- Chinguacousy Wellness Centre, Brampton

One hour of swimming plus recreational activities (total of 210 minutes). Bring your own lunch

Registered Program (Not a drop-in class) Thursday 9:30-1:30, March-June

905-789-6111www.brampton.ca

Peel Halton Dufferin Acquired Brain Injury Services (PHD ABIS)

Rehabilitation and lifelong support services for adults and their families living with the effects of acquired brain injury. Must meet eligibility criteria

905-949-4411Ext. 250

www.phdabis.org

Stroke Circuit Training, River Oaks Community Centre, Oakville

• Must meet eligibility criteria

905-338-4186www.oakville.ca

The Riverwood Conservancy905-279-5878

http://theriverwoodconservancy.org/


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Golf for the Physically Challenged • Oakville

905-842-0901 or 905-334-0672, cellwww.challengegolfgta.ca

Taoist Tai Chi Society416-656-2110

www.taoist.org

Town of Halton Hills TIME Program905-873-2601

Ext. 2360

PRIVATE PAY

Recreational Respite 905-813-03361-877-855-7070

http://recrespite.com/

Jackson Therapeutic1-888-684-7729

www.jacksontr.com

Ray of Sunshine416-988-0502

http://www.rayofsunshine.ca/


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MUSIC THERAPY

The agency listed below offers music therapy programs. These programs purposefully use music to support development,

physical and mental health, and overall well-being. This service fits to each individual’s needs in a variety of aspects of life by providing personalized client assessments, treatment plans, therapy processes, and progress evaluation. Music Therapy

benefits individuals with a range of ages, abilities, and medical conditions. All levels of musical backgrounds


PRIVATE PAY

Music Therapy Association of Ontario

647-862-6826http://www.musictherapyontario.com/find-

a-music-therapist


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APHASIA RESOURCES

Aphasia is an acquired language disorder most often caused by stroke, brain injury or brain illness. Aphasia can affect a person's

ability to speak, understand language, read, and/or write.

The agencies listed below may provide services such as supportive conversation groups, training in supportive

conversation strategies, and support groups for caregivers.

For additional listings and information please also see:http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/



Halton-Peel Community Aphasia Programs

Milton, Oakville, Mississauga, Brampton, and

Burlington

Fees may apply depending on the program

Supportive Conversation Groups

Training in supportive conversation

Caregiver Support Groups

905-875-8474

www.h-pcap.com

Aphasia Institute

Provides training in Supported Conversation for

Adults with Aphasia (SCATM )

416-226-3636

www.aphasia.ca


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PEER SUPPORT GROUPS

The peer support groups listed below offer education and recovery programs for stroke survivors, caregivers, and families to help with community integration and long term care aspects.

These can help to improve well-being and connect stroke survivors.


After Stroke®-Program of March of Dimes Canada • National service offering support, education and community programs for stroke survivors, caregivers and families• Lists associated stroke support groups in Canada

1-888-540-6666

http://www.marchofdimes.ca

After Stroke®-Program of March of Dimes Canada • Peel Stroke Recovery Chapter-Peel Stroke Group

416-425-3463Ext. 7715

E-mail: [email protected]

After Stroke®-Program of March of Dimes Canada • Milton Stroke Recovery Club-Milton Stroke Support Group

1-888-540-6666http://www.marchofdimes.ca

After Stroke® Warmline -Program of March of Dimes Canada • For all other areas call or email to ask about Stroke

Survivor and Caregiver groups

1-888-540-6666or [email protected]


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FINANCIAL RESOURCES

The agencies listed below provide information on financial services that can assist with treatment/assistive device

payments, prescription drug payments, and supplemental income while recovering from a stroke.


Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability 1-800-277-9914

www.servicecanada.gc.ca

Old Age Security (OAS) 1-800-277-9914

www.servicecanada.gc.ca

Canada Revenue Agency 1-800-959-8281

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) • You may be eligible for assistance if you are unable to return to work due to illness and you have limited assets• Toronto West• Mississauga • Brampton

416-325-59001-800-361-08971-877-466-5025

http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp/

Employment Insurance (EI) 1-800-206-7218

https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei.html

Assistive Devices Program (ADP), March of Dimes Canada

• Provides assistance to purchase, repair and maintain mobility or assistive equipment for eligible individuals

1-866-765-7237Or [email protected]

www.marchofdimes.ca/En/programs/adp/Pages/Adp.aspx


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FINANCIAL RESOURCES


Ontario Works in Peel 905-793-92001-800-327-5379

Trillium Drug Program 1-800-575-5386

http://health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/drugs/programs/odb/opdp_trillium.aspx

Disability Tax Credit (Canada Revenue Agency) 1-800-959-8281http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/disability/

March of Dimes Canada• Home and Vehicle Modification® Program

1-877-369-4867 or [email protected]

https://www.marchofdimes.ca/EN/programs/hvmp/Pages/HomeandVehicle.aspx

Assistive Devices Program, Ministry of Health & Long Term Care

• May provide partial funding for purchase of equipment1-800-268-6021

http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/adp/

Veteran’s Affairs Canada1-866-522-2122

www.veterans.gc.ca/eng


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The agencies listed below provide equipment purchase and/or rental for a fee. This section also includes agencies that offer

personal emergency assistance alarms. For additional listings please also see:

http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/

Agency Name Contact/WebsitePERSONAL ALARMS

First Call416-516-0088

1-800-361-5550http://www.firstcallhelp.ca/

Philips Lifeline1-866-784-1992www.lifeline.ca

Connect Care, Halton1-800-665-7853

http://connectcaremedicalalert.ca

EQUIPMENT FOR PURCHASE/RENTAL

Silver Cross (includes recycled equipment)1-844-352-7677

www.silvercross.com

Shoppers Home Health Carehttps://www.shoppershomehealthcare.ca/

Access Abilities• Oakville• Etobicoke

905-825-5335416-237-9654

http://www.accessabilities.ca/

AllRehab Healthcare Supplies905-812-2731

www.allrehab.ca

Seniors Store 647-378-4258

http://www.seniorsstore.ca/


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Agency Name Contact/WebsitePERSONAL ALARMS

HME Home Medical Equipment416-633-9333

http://www.hmemobility.com/

Medigas1-866-446-6302

www.medigas.com

ADAPTIVE CLOTHING

Seniors Store

416-231-1300

www.seniorsstore.ca

JBS Clothing905-838-2035

www.jbsclothing.com


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The agencies listed below provide programs in the community that may offer socialization, leisure activities,

exercise and swimming for a fee. Depends on program type




PRIVATE PAY

Mississauga905-615-4100

https://www.activemississauga.ca

Brampton905-874-2300

http://www.brampton.ca/en/residents/recreational-Activities/Pages/Welcome.aspx

Caledon905-584-2272

http://www.caledon.ca/en/index.asp

Toronto (Etobicoke and York)416-394-8533

http://www1.toronto.ca/

Oakville905-338-4250

http://www.oakville.ca/culturerec/rec-culture-programs.html


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Orangeville1-519-940-9092

http://www.orangeville.ca/parks-and-recreation

Milton905-878-7252

https://www.milton.ca/en/play/recreation.asp

Halton Hills905-873-2601

www.haltonhills.ca

YMCA Greater Toronto Area 905-451-9622

http://www.ymca.ca/

For a listing of all of the senior's centers in Mississauga please visit the Mississauga Halton Healthline

http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/listServices.aspx?id=10175

For all of the listings of seniors centers in the Central West please visit the Central West Healthline

http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/listServices.aspx?id=10175


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COMMUNITY CENTERS AND MALL WALKING PROGRAMS

The programs listed below provide a safe way to walk and meet friendly new people. A stretching and muscle conditioning

warm up is typically included in the sessions. These programs can help increase exercise level and provide an engaging social setting. Some programs may require a small registration fee.

Location Contact

Bramalea City Centre - Mall Walk Program(905) 793-4682

Cloverdale Mall - Cloverdale Heartwalkers(416) 236-1668

Hopedale Shopping Centre(905) 827-7146

Oakville Place Shopping Centre - Mall Walk Program(905) 842-2140

Woodbine Center (416) 674-5200


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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

The agencies listed below provide transportation in vehicles specifically designed for individuals with physical limitations

and disabilities. Please call for cost of services.




PRIVATE PAY

Transhelp• Peel

905-791-1015http://www.peelregion.ca/transhlp/

Care-A-Van• Oakville

905-337-9222https://www.oakvilletransit.ca/care-a-

van.html

ActiVan Service• Halton Hills

905-702-6435https://www.haltonhills.ca/transit/

Milton Access +(Paratransit)

Milton

905-864-4141http://www.miltontransit.ca/en/riding-with-

us/Milton-access-plus.asp

Wheel-Trans • Etobicoke

416-393-4111https://www.ttc.ca/WheelTrans/index.jsp

Caledon Community Services

Caledon905-584-2300 ext. 217, 218, 221, 264

https://ccs4u.org/transportation/

Dufferin County Community Support Services • Dufferin area including Shelburne

1-519-925-5452


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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Agency Name Contact/Website

PRIVATE PAY

Wheelchair Accessible Transit Inc.• Toronto and surrounding area

416-884-9898http://www.wheelchairtransit.com/

Dignity Transportation Inc. 416-398-2222http://www.dignitytransportation.com/

City Taxi Accessible Taxi Service 416-740-2222

http://www.citytaxitoronto.com/

Etobicoke Services for Seniors (ESS) Etobicoke

416-243-0127http://www.esssupportservices.ca/

Red Cross Transportation• Peel and Halton

905-890-87401-877-848-0707

www.redcross.ca

Wheelchair Taxi Ontario 905-799-3648 or 1-866-799-3648www.wheelchairtaxiontario.ca

CANES - Senior’s Ride Connect • Brampton, Etobicoke, Malton and Woodbridge

416-743-3892http://www.canes.on.ca/services/seniors-

ride-connect

Seniors for Seniors • Peel and Halton

905-276-1140


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DRIVING ASSESSMENT AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING PERMIT

The agencies listed below provide driver assessment, training, vehicle evaluations, and vehicle modifications for clients with

medical conditions. Driver assessment involves clinical evaluations and on-road evaluations to ensure driving

competency and safety and increase client independence.


PRIVATE PAY

CBI Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation 905-450-5990 (CW)905-272-0008 (MH)

www.cbi.ca

Driver Rehab Therapy 416-807-7155www.driverrehabtherapy.com

DriveLab Inc.647-499-4620

1-844-413-7483www.drivelab.ca

Saint Elizabeth Healthcare416-398-1035

1-877-397-1035www.saintelizabeth.com

Ministry of Transportation: Driver Assessment Centers http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/f

unctional-assessment-centres.shtml

Ministry of Transportation• Accessible parking permits• Vehicle modifications

1-800-267-8097416-326-1234

https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-accessible-parking-permit


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BACK TO WORK

The agencies listed below may provide services such as assisting clients in getting back to the workforce through job skills

training, support for equal employment, career assessment services, and financial support for modified/new jobs. These

services will help promote community integration and independence.


The Bennet Edge-Vocational Support through ODSP

Peel, Dufferin, Halton

ODSP referral is required

905-459-4060http://thebennettedge.com/

Canada Pension Plan Disability Vocational Rehabilitation Program (CPP)

• Assistance to CPP disability pensioners to return to former, modified or new job

1-800-277-9914http://www.esdc.gc.ca/en/cpp/disability/re

hab.page

March of Dimes Canada – Peel Region• Job skills training and other return to work services

(905) 607-3463 ext. 52311-800-263-3463

www.marchofdimes.ca

Canadian Council on Rehabilitation & Work• Promotes and supports equal and equitable employment for people with disabilities

416-260-3060 ext. 2271-800-664-0925www.ccrw.org


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BACK TO WORK

The agencies listed below may provide services such as assisting clients in getting back to the workforce through job skills

training, support for equal employment, career assessment services, and financial support for modified/new jobs. These

services will help promote community integration and independence.


Next-Steps Employment Centers (operated by the Toronto District School Board)

• Mississauga East• Meadowvale

905-896-2233905-814-8406

http://tdsb.on.ca/AdultLearners/EmploymentServices/NextStepsEmploymentCentres.a

spx

Goodwill Career Centre-Halton Region Employment Ontario and ODSP Service Provider 905-257-8856

ODSPIncome and Competitive Employment See Financial Resources

Peel Career Assessment Services Inc. (PCAS)

Workshops 905-670-1967

www.peelcareer.com


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MULTI-CULTURAL SERVICES

The services listed below enhance community engagement and facilitate participation in community programs. These programs

can help to connect people in the community and promote diversity.


Brampton Multicultural Community Centre905-790-8482

http://www.bmccentre.com/

CANES-Newcomer elderly outreach South Asian• Etobicoke, Brampton, Malton and Woodbridge

416-743-3892 Ext. 228 or 250

http://www.canes.on.ca/services/newcomer-elderly-outreach

Chinese Association of Mississauga905-275-8558

http://chineseassociationmississauga.com/our-service-服務項目/

India Rainbow Community Services of Peel905-275-2369

www.indiarainbow.org

Center for Diverse Women & Families (formerly MIAG) 905-270-6252http://miag.ca/

Peel Multicultural Council 905-819-1144

http://www.peelmc.ca/

Punjabi Community Health Services 905-677-0889

http://www.pchs4u.com/


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MULTI-CULTURAL SERVICES


Muslim Community Services-Mississauga• Brampton• Mississauga (2 locations)

905-790-1910905-828-1328

http://www.muslimcommunity.org/

Malton Neighborhood Services 905-677-6270

http://mnsinfo.org/

Catholic Cross-Cultural Services (CCS) • Brampton• Mississauga (2 locations)

905-457-7740905-273-4140905-272-1703

http://cathcrosscultural.org/

Mississauga Italian Canadian Senior’s and Handicapped Club - Joseph Sciortino 905-890-3648

Vietnamese Community Centre of Mississauga905-891-3825


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STROKE PREVENTION AND REGIONAL HOSPITALS

STROKE PREVENTION RESOURCES

HOSPITALS IN THE WEST GTA STROKE NETWORK


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STROKE PREVENTION RESOURCES

The agencies listed below provide services in regards to preventing primary and secondary strokes through risk factor

reduction, education, support, and programs.


Trillium Health Partners Regional Secondary Stroke Prevention Clinic

• A physician’s referral is required905-848-7379

CHARM Clinic• An outpatient clinic for patients who are at high risk for coronary artery disease and need to improve their heart health• A physician’s referral is required

905-494-6479 (Brampton)416-747-3425

(Etobicoke)

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Offers a variety of resources on stroke prevention 1-888-473-4636www.heartandstroke.ca

March of Dimes Canada-After Stroke®• A national service offering support, education andcommunity programs for stroke survivors, caregivers

and families

1-888-540-6666https://afterstroke.marchofdimes.ca/

American Stroke Association

Offers a variety of resources on stroke prevention1-888-478-7653

http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/


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HOSPITALS IN THE WEST GTA STROKE NETWORK

The agencies listed below provide services in regards to preventing primary and secondary strokes through risk factor

reduction, education, support, and programs.

Mississauga Halton LHIN (Local Health Integration Network)

Trillium Health Partnerswww.trilliumhealthpartners.ca

• Credit Valley Hospital 905-813-2200• Queensway Health Centre 416-259-6671• Mississauga Hospital 905-8487100

Halton Healthcare Serviceswww.haltonhealthcare.on.ca

• Oakville 905-845-2571• Milton 905-878-2383• Georgetown 905-873-0111

Central West LHIN (Local Health Integration Network)

William Osler Health System 416-494-2120 www.williamoslerhs.ca

• Etobicoke• Brampton Civic

Headwaters Healthcare Centre 1-519-941-2410www.headwatershealth.ca

• Orangeville

West Park Healthcare Centre 416-243-3600www.westpark.org


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USEFUL WEBSITES AND APPS

USEFUL WEBSITES

USEFUL APPS


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USEFUL WEBSITES

The websites listed below provide a range of information for stroke survivors and caregivers.

211 Ontario. A website and telephone line that can assist in finding programs and services in your communityhttp://www.211ontario.ca/ or Dial “211”

Access 2-Easter Sealshttp://access2card.ca/

Access Nowhttp://accessnow.me/

Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disabilitywww.ala.ca

Advocacy Centre for the Elderly (ACE)www.acelaw.ca

ARCH Disability Law CentreLegal Information for People with Disabilitieshttp://www.archdisabilitylaw.ca/

Aphasia Institutehttp://aphasia.ca/

Brain Injury Association of Peel & Halton (BIAPH) www.biaph.com


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USEFUL WEBSITES

Capacity Assessment: Office Ministry of the AttorneyGeneralhttp://www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt/capacity.php

Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendationshttp://www.strokebestpractices.ca/

Canadian Diabetes Associationshttp://www.diabetes.ca/

Canadian Obesity Networkhttp://www.obesitynetwork.ca

Canadian Partnership for Stroke RecoveryHouses EBRSR.com and Stroke Engine which providesinformation on stroke recovery.http://www.canadianstroke.ca/en/

Community Information Partners Peel Databasehttp://peel.cioc.ca

Community Legal Clinicshttp://www.legalaid.on.ca/en/contact/contact.asp?type=cl


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USEFUL WEBSITES

CorHealth Ontariohttps://www.corhealthontario.ca/

GRASP Neurorehabilitation Rehab Programhttp://neurorehab.med.ubc.ca/grasp/

Grocery Gatewayhttp://www.grocerygateway.com/

GTA Rehab Finderwww.gtarehabnetwork.ca/

Haircuts on Wheelswww.haircutsonwheels.ca

Heart & Stroke Foundation of OntarioProvides information on stroke causes,treatment, prevention and research.www.heartandstroke.on.ca

Health Care ConnectHealth Care Connect refers Ontarians who don't havea physician to a family health careprovider who may be accepting new patients.https://www.ontario.ca/page/find-family-doctor-or-nurse-practitioner


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USEFUL WEBSITES

Healthline Stroke ResourceA list of resources in your local area. Look for theyellow “Stroke Resource” button on the home page.http://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/http://www.centralwesthealthline.ca/

Hypertension CanadaNational non-profit organization dedicated solely tothe prevention and control of hypertension and itscomplicationshttps://hypertension.ca/

Internet Stroke CentreAn independent web resource forinformation about stroke care and research.www.strokecenter.org

March of Dimes CanadaProvides a wide range of services to people withphysical disabilitieshttps://www.marchofdimes.ca/EN/Pages/default.aspx

March of Dimes Canada- After Stroke ®Provides education and self-help groupshttps://afterstroke.marchofdimes.ca/

Meals on Wheelshttp://www.mealsonwheels.ca/


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USEFUL WEBSITES

National Home Doctor Service 416-631-3000OHIP covered doctors’ home visiting service.https://homedoctor.ca/

Health Shared Services Ontario is an agency focusedon supporting health system integration.http://hssontario.ca/

Ontario Telehealth 1-866-797-0000Free, confidential telephone service you can call toget general health information from a RegisteredNurse.https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-medical-advice-telehealth-ontario

Ombudsman Ontario-Investigates Complaints againstpractices of agencies in Ontario.https://ombudsman.on.ca/Home.aspx

Patient Ombudsman 1- 888-321-0339A champion for fairness in Ontario’s health sectororganizations. https://patientombudsman.ca/

Peel Elder Abuse Support Programhttps://www.spectrahelpline.org/

Region of Peel Housinghttp://www.peelregion.ca/housing/

Toronto Acquired Brain Injury Networkhttp://www.abinetwork.ca/


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USEFUL APPS

The mobile phone/device applications listed below are to be used in addition to medical therapy to improve abilities. Some

applications may have an associated fee.

*Disclaimer: These applications are meant to be used in addition to therapy to help develop skills, NOT as an alternative

to medical advice or treatments.Thinking Programs

Name How to access What it does iOS or Android Price

Lumosity www.lumosity.ca

Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

A collection of games geared towards practicing a variety of cognitive skills

BOTHLumosity (iOS)Lumosity(Android)

Free (in-app purchases Premium: $16.99+)

Dots: A Game about Connecting


Problem solving

BOTHDots (iOS)Dots (Android)

Free (in-app purchases for extensions)

Brainbean Apple App Store Apple (iOS)Brainbean (iOS)

$0.99

iMimic www.imimicgame.com

Apple App Store

Memory Apple (iOS)iMimic (iOS)

Free

Pictoword Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Word and image association

BOTHPictoword (iOS)Pictoword(Android)

Free


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USEFUL APPS

Stroke SpecificName How to access What it does iOS or Android Price3D Brain Apple App Store

Google Play StoreLearn about brain functions, disorders, damage, and research

BOTH3D Brain (iOS)3D Brain (Android)

Free

Spot a stroke FAST

Apple App Store Help spot the symptoms of a stroke F.A.S.T

Apple (iOS)Spot a Stroke FAST (iOS)

Free

Brain tutor 3D Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Explore the structure and function of the brain

BOTHBrain Tutor 3D (iOS)Brain Tutor 3D (Android)

Free (in-app purchases for extensions)


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USEFUL APPS

Skills & Puzzle games

Name How to access What it does iOS or Android Price

Virtuoso (play piano)


Learn to play the piano - dexterity

BOTHVirtuoso (iOS)Virtuoso (Android)

Free

Missing Link Apple App Store Improve spelling, vocabulary, and word recognition

Apple (iOS)Missing Link (iOS)

Free

4 Pics 1 Word Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Word and image association

BOTH4pics1word (iOS)4pics1word (Android)

Free

7 little words www.7littlewords.com


Word building and grouping

BOTH7 Little Words (iOS)7 Little Words (Android)

Free

Red Herring www.redherringgame.com


Word grouping and association

BOTHRed Herring (iOS)Red Herring (Android)

Free (in-app purchases $2.79+)


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USEFUL APPS

Word GamesName How to access What it does iOS or Android PriceWord abacus Apple App Store Word recognition Apple (iOS)

Word Abacus (iOS)Free

Word search (pro) Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Word recognition BOTH Word Search (iOS)Word Search (Android)

Free

Hangman Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Vocabulary building

BOTHHangman (iOS)Hangman (Android)

Free

Dabble www.dabblegame.comApple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Vocabulary building, spelling, quick thinking

BOTHDabble (iOS)Dabble (Android)

Apple: $1.99Android: $2.59

Word jigsaw www.wordjigsaw.com


Verbal and spatial reasoning

BOTHWord Jigsaw (iOS)Word Jigsaw (Android)

Free

Word ladder Apple App Store Problem solving and word association

Apple (iOS)Word Ladder (iOS)

Free (in-app purchases)

Word stack Apple App Store Word association Apple (iOS)Word Stack (iOS)


Word connect Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Word building and vocabulary

BOTHWord Connect (iOS)Word Connect (Android)



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USEFUL APPS

Self-Management Name How to access What it does iOS or Android PriceBreathe2relax Apple App Store

Google Play StoreStress management tool, learn diaphragmatic breathing to help relaxation

BOTHBreathe2relax (iOS)Breathe2relax (Android)

Free

Breathing Zone Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Slow breathing with guided exercises

BOTHBreathing Zone (iOS)Breathing Zone (Android)

Apple: $3.99Android: $2.99

ePocrates drug reference

www.epocrates.com


Drug information, safety information, medical news

BOTHePocrates (iOS)ePocrates (Android)

Free

My Meds diary Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Manage medications, track history, refill reminders, medication information

BOTHMyMeds (iOS)MyMeds (Android)

Free

Stress check www.azumio.com

Google Play Store

Quantifying level of psychological or physical stress

BOTHStress Check (Android)

Free


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USEFUL APPS

Unique daily affirmations

www.uniquedailyaffirmations.com


Provides daily uplifting statements and quotes

BOTHDaily Affirmations (iOS)Daily Affirmations (Android)

Free

Think up: Positive Affirmations

www.thinkup.me


Self-improvement program to develop motivation and a positive mindset

BOTHThinkUp (iOS)ThinkUp (Android)

Free

Simply Being www.meditationoasis.com/simply-being-app/


Deep relaxation, stress relief, meditation

BOTHSimply being (iOS)Simply being (Android)

Apple: FreeAndroid: Free -$2.61 for full version

Smoke Free Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Help to quit smoking: track progress

BOTHSmoke Free (iOS)Smoke Free (Android)

Free trial version

Blood pressure companion


Monitor blood pressure by words, charts, and graphs –explore reasons for high blood pressure

BOTHBlood pressure companion (iOS)Blood pressure companion (Android)

Apple: FreeAndroid: $0.99


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USEFUL APPS

Stroke Risk-o-meter

www.strokeriskometer.com


Assess individual stroke related risk

BOTHStroke Risk-o-meter (iOS)Stroke Risk-o-meter (Android)


NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

https://www.mdcalc.com/nih-stroke-scale-score-nihssApple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Assistance with Stroke scaling –NOT intended for diagnoses

BOTHNIH Stroke Scale (iOS)NIH Stroke Scale (Android)

Free

Obstructive sleep apnea tracker

Apple App Store Improve natural sleep and sleep efficiency

Apple (iOS)Sleep Tracker (iOS)

Apple: $1.39


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USEFUL APPS

Speech & Writing PracticeName How to access What it does iOS or Android PriceLingraphica www.aacdevice.aphasia

.com/apps/Apple App Store

Integrated language and cognitive assistance – tasks designed in news, speaking, reading, writing, listening, memory, reasoning, and daily living

Apple (iOS)Lingraphica (iOS)

Free

Lingraphica Talk-Path News

www.talkpathnews.comGoogle Play Store

Specialized news source to help with reading and understanding the news

AndroidLingraphica TalkPath News (Android)

Free

Small Talk Aphasia Apple App Store Provides a vocabulary of pictures and words that speak in a natural human voice

Apple (iOS)Small Talk -FEMALESmall Talk - MALE

Free

I can Articulate Apple App Store Development and generalization of speech sounds

Apple (iOS)I Can Articulate (iOS)


Quick Artic Apple App Store Practice Articulation of common English sounds

Apple (iOS)Quick Artic (iOS)

Free

Speech tutor Apple App Store Learn and practice speech sounds and view an animation of proper tongue movement

Apple (iOS)Speech Tutor (iOS)

Apple: $20.99


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USEFUL APPS

Voice Test Apple App Store Test voice and check for vocal cord health risk

Apple (iOS)Voice Test (iOS)

Apple: $2.59

Language Therapy Lite


Boost language skills and enhance speech therapy

BOTHLite version (iOS)Lite version (Android)

FULL version (iOS)FULL version (Android)

Lite: Free4-in-1 full app:Apple: $74.99Android: $104.99

Writing therapy Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Spelling and word association from sounds and pictures

BOTHWriting Therapy (iOS)Writing Therapy (Android)

Apple store: $24.99Google Play store: $34.99

Constant Therapy


Practice speech, language, cognition, memory, reading, attention and comprehension skills

BOTH Constant Therapy (iOS)Constant Therapy (Android)

Free(in-app subscription purchases)


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USEFUL APPS

Speech Assistance & Text-to-SpeechName How to access What it does iOS or Android PriceSpeaking assistant Apple App Store

Google Play StoreSpeech practice BOTH

Speaking Assistant (iOS)Speaking Assistant (Android)

Free (in-app subscription purchases)

Dictation Talk to Text

Apple App Store Speech to Text voice recognition for social media and text messaging

Apple (iOS) Dictation Talk to Text (iOS)


Speech sounds on Cue

Apple App Store Speech therapy software for articulation difficulty

Apple (iOS)Speech Sounds on Cue (iOS)

$17.99

Conversation Starters

Apple App Store Conversation starters, tips for having a great conversation

Apple (iOS)Conversations

$0.99

Speak and Translate

Apple App Store Speech to speech, speech to text, and text to text translations between many global languages

Apple (iOS)Speak and Translate (iOS)


Text to Speech Apple App StoreGoogle Play Store

Converts typed words and sentences into speech

BOTH Text to Speech (iOS)Text to Speech (Android)

Free


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