Why Home Instead Senior Care East Toronto

Experience the Difference in The Beaches, East York and Scarborough

We encourage you to look for the following qualities  as you evaluate our trusted home care services and those of other organizations in the East end of Toronto.  As you review this list, we think you’ll come to see the advantages the Home Instead Senior Care network has over other senior care providers. If you have questions about any of our qualifications, please contact us today at 416-698-1384.

Trusted by clients and the community
For 25 years Home Instead Senior Care has been a reliable source of home care for individuals and families. We are referred by thousands of health care, medical and social services organizations throughout North America. The Toronto East Home Instead office has been serving our local Beaches, East York and Scarborough communities for over 15 years.

Experienced, reliable elder care company
Home Instead Senior Care provides millions of hours of home care service every year through a trained CAREGiver network.

The world leader in senior care services
You can find a local office near you in more than 800 locations across North America and the world.

Locally owned and operated
Not a registry or independent contractor, Home Instead Senior Care is a network of locally owned and operated offices providing trusted elder care services. Each office has a  a team of administrative staff and CAREGivers who are engaged in your community and know the resources that are available in your area. .

Reliable, dependable service and support
Whether you desire a little extra help around the house, assistance with personal care or even support for Alzheimer’s and other dementias, , Home Instead CAREGivers are willing and able to serve you.

Experienced CAREGivers
Three out of four CAREGivers have experience in caring for an older family member; half have cared for older friends, and one-third have cared for both older relatives and friends.  

Compatible CAREGivers
We get to know you and your needs and desires before a CAREGiver arrives at your door. The information we gather allows us to determine a compatible match with your CAREGiver. You’ll also receive a personal introduction to your CAREGiver to ensure the relationship begins positively.  

Thorough pre-employment screening
 Toronto East Home Instead CAREGivers are fully bonded and insured, and undergo a detailed screening process, including reference checks and a thorough criminal background check.  

Quality control program
To ensure the client/CAREGiver relationship meets your expectations, we conduct regular quality assurance visits and telephone calls.  

Ongoing communication and documentation
Each Home Instead Senior Care client receives a journal, where they, their family members and their CAREGiver maintain a daily diary of activities and can note any changes in condition.  

Responsive staff
The Toronto East office staff  are accessible 24 hours-a-day, every day of the year to respond to schedule changes, arrange service, communicate with CAREGivers and more.  

Comprehensive employee training program
Home Instead CAREGivers are required to complete a multi-phase, elder care training program that enables them to respond to unique situations.  

Free consultation
To help your family better understand these trusted, affordable, home care services, you can request a free, no-obligation consultation. Let us help you live the life you want. Contact our team today or send us a home care service inquiry form

Services may vary by individual Home Instead Senior Care franchise office location.

Companionship Services

  • Offer elderly companionship and conversation
  • Monitor diet and eating
  • Assist with evening and tuck-in
  • Aid with morning and wake-up
  • Arrange appointments
  • Provide medication reminders
  • Aid with reading
  • Assist with walking
  • Write letters and correspondence
  • Organize mail
  • Stimulate mental awareness
  • Assist with entertaining
  • Answer the door
  • Assist with clothing selection
  • Care for houseplants
  • Provide reminders for appointments
  • Play games and cards
  • Supervise home maintenance and deliveries
  • Record and arrange recipes
  • Prepare grocery lists
  • Monitor TV usage
  • Mail bills and letters
  • Visit neighbors and friends
  • Maintain calendar
  • Maintain family scrapbook

 

Home Helper Services

  • Assist with laundry and ironing
  • Take out garbage and recycling
  • Change linens
  • Plan, prepare and clean up meals
  • Make beds
  • Dust furniture
  • Drop off and pick up dry cleaning
  • Pick up prescriptions
  • Organize and clean closets
  • Assist with pet care
  • Shop for groceries and supplies  
  • Escort to appointments and special events
  • Accompany to lunch or dinner
  • Escort for shopping and errands
  • Aid with airport tasks

 

Personal Care Services

Assistance with:

  • Eating
  • Grooming
  • Dressing
  • Bathing
  • Incontinence
  • Mobility

 

Specialized Care Services

Support for:

  • Alzheimer’s and other dementias
  • Hospital stays and rehabilitation
  • Transitions from home to long term care
  • Hospice/Palliative care
  • Accompaniment to appointments
  • Respite care