Seniors at Risk in Hamilton

Tel: 289-919-3450
Fax: 289.271.6990
Email: sarih@gsch.ca

Seniors at Risk in Hamilton facilitates timely interventions and offers support for seniors impacted by issues such as dementia, abuse, exploitation, mental and physical health challenges, precarious housing, food insecurity and social isolation. The program is a collaboration between Good Shepherd Centres, the Alzheimer’s Society and St. Matthew’s House.

OUR SERVICES

The amount and frequency of services are based on each client’s assessed needs and personal preferences. Services are offered from Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• Case Management
• Dementia and Caregiver Support
• Homelessness Prevention and Intervention
• Telephone support by trained volunteers
• In-person and virtual groups

OUR CLIENTS

• Older adults in Hamilton (age 55+)
• Older adults who may be:
• Vulnerable and at risk of abuse, neglect and self-neglect, lonely and isolated without support, physical & mental health challenges
• Living with cognitive impairment/dementia (with or without diagnosis)
• From diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds and are underserved
• Facing eviction or home safety concerns related to hoarding issues

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Referrals to Seniors at Risk in Hamilton are managed through a central access point and reviewed by representatives from Good Shepherd, the Alzheimer Society, and St. Matthew’s House. Each referral will be assigned to the appropriate collaborative partner.

Use CareDove for referrals and service requests here.

Questions for Seniors at Risk in Hamilton Collaborative:

Email: sarih@gsch.ca
Tel: 289-919-3450
Fax: 289.271.6990