On-call crisis intervention and outreach for adults 65+ with dementia, addictions or mental illness.
Quick facts
Service type: Seniors
Eligibility: Adults 65+ or age 55 – 64 with geriatric presentation; living in Toronto (postal code starting with M) and in need of crisis support
Delivery: In person and by phone
Fee: Free
Program dates: 365 days/year
Partners: Reconnect, LOFT, South Riverdale Community Health Centre, Haven Toronto
Program description
Our mobile crisis response team is led by social workerswhoprovide crisis counselling, short-term intensive case management, harm reduction and concurrent disorder services, mental health and addictions support, and health assessments and referrals. The service is available daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Operated in partnership with Fife House, this site has 112 mixed units and offers supportive housing for Fife House clients living with HIV/AIDS and frail seniors receiving WoodGreen assisted living services. It also hosts an 11-unit transitional housing program for individuals living with HIV/AIDS and working toward permanent housing.
These programs offer individual, clinical supports to people aged 55 and older living with mental health and/or substance use issues, cognitive issues (i.e. dementia), frailty, and other psychogeriatric conditions related to the aging process. 
Our team delivers hot and frozen meals to seniors and adults living with disabilities. We also provide at-home security and wellness checks and help with accessing local services.
In person
Seniors 55+ and adults living with disabilities who are unable to prepare nutritious meals (as per Canada’s Food Guide)
We offer supervised group activities for dependent adults living with Alzheimer’s, disabilities or frailty. On-site support services include leisure activities, meals and personal care.