Supports

• Respite care
• Helping client access supports in the community
• General support to families

Provides one-on-one tech support to older adults, helping them develop the fundamental skills needed for everyday communication. These sessions are hosted in various communities across Epekwitk / PEI throughout from June until October.

Topics include:

• Setting up and/or operating personal devices (for example: smartphone, tablet, and laptop)
• Exploring communication tools (for example: email, text messaging, FaceTime) and social media platforms (for example: Facebook, X (twitter) and more)
• Expanding internet knowledge (for example: using search functions, navigating web browsers)

Note: These events are not meant to address areas of questions pertaining to sensitive information (such as banking, Maple, CRA accounts etc.)

Helps veterans remain independent and self-sufficient in their home and community.

Offers financial assistance to obtain services. Includes:

• Snow removal
• Lawn mowing
• Housecleaning
• Laundry
• Meal preparation
• Errand services
• Personal care (for example, assistance with personal needs such as bathing, dressing, and eating)
• Access to nutrition (for example, services such as Meals on Wheels or Wheels to Meals)
• Health and support services such as assessments, diagnostic services, and personal care by a health professional
• Ambulatory health care services such as health assessments, diagnostic services, and social and recreational activities (for example, adult day care) as well as transportation to receive the service
• Transportation services to help support independence and participation in social activities if you are at risk of social isolation and have financial need
• Home adaptations for making changes to your home to allow you to carry out everyday activities (does not include general renovations or repairs)
• Intermediate care services when you need a greater level of nursing or personal assistance

Program does not replace other federal, provincial or municipal programs. It complements existing programs to help meet needs.