| Program: | Falls Prevention Clinic | ||
| Organizations: |
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Specialized Geriatric Services |
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| Description of Services: | Provide consultation with a geriatrician and physiotherapist to assess adults over the age of 65 who experience falls or at risk for falls * six-week group exercise program * education sessions about home safety, home exercises and safe medication practices | ||
| Requirements | |||
| Fees: | Most services covered under OHIP | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | People over the age of 65 who experience falls or are at risk of falling | ||
| Application: | Medical referral required | ||
| Accessibility: |
Wheelchair Accessible
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| Languages: | English | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Toronto and area | ||
| Contact Information | |||
| Phone Numbers: | 416-480-6888 | ||
| Crisis: | Call 911 in emergencies | ||
| Fax: | 416-480-4778 | ||
| Website: | www.sunnybrook.ca/content/?page=dept-sgs-fallsprev... | ||
| Address: |
2075 Bayview Ave Toronto, ON M4N 3M5 |
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| Intersection: | Bayview Ave and Lawrence Ave E | ||
| Location: | Toronto (Bridle Path-Sunnybrook-York Mills) | ||
| Hours: | Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm | ||
| Rehabilitative Care Details | |||
| Age Group: | Adult | ||
| Rehabilitative Condition Population: | Geriatric | ||
| Level of Rehabilitative Care | |||
| Community Based Levels Maintenance: | Fall Prevention Programs | ||
| Program Details | |||
| Service is for Individuals Who: | are having falls or are at risk of falling | ||
| Therapy Availability PerWeek: | twice a week | ||
| External Referrals Accepted: | Yes | ||
| Admission Criteria | |||
| Rehabilitation Potential: | 65 years and older | ||
| Diagnosis: | history of falls or high risk for falls | ||
| Participation: | must be able to safely participate in a supervised exercise program | ||
| Function: | must be able to walk 25 metres | ||
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