Behavioural Supports Ontario - South West Operational Team - Oxford BSO Geriatric Outreach Team - SW Stroke Network

Application

Call for referral * referral form completed by a health care professional or self-referral

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Adults 65 years and older (unless dementia diagnosis is present) with responsive behaviours related to mental health, addictions, dementia, and/or related neurological conditions, living in long-term care homes or in community settings, and their caregivers

Fees

Free

Contacts

Karen Cassells - Enhanced Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant
Woodstock Hospital / Behavioural Supports Ontario
519-421-4233 ext 2399 * kcassells@woodstockhospital.ca
Amy Swayze - Behavioural Consultant
Woodstock Hospital / Behavioural Supports Ontario
519-421-4233 ext 2314

Languages

English

Language Note

Interpretation available for other languages upon request, as required

Area(s) Served

Oxford County

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Interdisciplinary team that provides services and supports for older adults, their families and caregivers, who are coping with or at risk for developing responsive behaviours associated with dementia, mental illness, addictions and other neurological conditions

Services Include:

assessment and screening
plan, implement, and evaluate care strategies
document and promote effective communication between the person with responsive behaviours, their families, mobile team members, and all other care providers
short-term follow up
education and support to staff in long term care, hospital, and the community, as well as families and other care partners
transition supports for individuals moving into permanent LTC placements

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