Health
Staying healthy
There are a number of resources available to you to monitor and maintain both your physical and mental health – and others to provide support if you need it.
Assistive devices |
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Assistive Devices program: this program from the Ontario government can provide help to pay for assistive device equipment and supplies Go for it! A guide to choosing and using assistive devices: Health Canada guide covering issues seniors, veterans, individuals with a disability and their caregivers need to consider before starting the process of obtaining assistive devices Home oxygen: if you qualify for Ontario's Assistive Devices program, you may also get help paying for home oxygen therapy Tetra Society of North America: innovative solutions for people with physical disabilities to overcome environmental barriers, providing greater independence, quality of life, and inclusion. |
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COVID-19 Resources in Ontario |
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MROO wants to make it easier for our members to find local updates and resources to help them during the pandemic. We’ve assembled a list of websites with useful information and organized them by MROO Zone. If you’re not sure what zone you live in, please see MROO’s Zone Maps.
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General information |
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Aging with confidence: Ontario's action plan for seniors: Ontario government's plan to support seniors at all stages of life, so that they can remain independent, healthy and active, safe and socially connected Canada's health care system: Health Canada overview of Canada's health care system (Medicare) Demand a Plan: Canadian Medical Association initiative to develop a new health care strategy for seniors in Canada Get coverage for prescription drugs: you may qualify for prescription drug coverage under Ontario's Drug Benefit program Introduction to older adults and substance abuse: age-specific approaches to managing substance abuse from the National Initiative for Care of the Elderly Ontario Partnership on Aging and Developmental Disabilities: this group is focused on ensuring that older adults with developmental disabilities enjoy the same service and support as every senior in Ontario |
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Mental health |
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Brain Health Assessment by Cogniciti: a free, private assessment tool clinically researched by Baycrest Health Sciences to help you determine if you should seek medical help regarding your memory |
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Oral and dental health |
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Dental Health for Seniors: the Canadian Dental Association has produced a comprehensive guide to maintaining good oral health as a senior |
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Physical health |
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Canada Pension Plan disability benefits: you and your dependent children may be entitled to disability benefits through the CPP based on your contributions if you're disabled and cannot work at any job on a regular basis Food safety for adults age 60 and older: Health Canada guidelines on how to avoid food poisoning Guide to living a healthy lifestyle for seniors: an article by Active Life Choices for Older Adults (ALCOA) on how to incorporate healthy habits into your life as you age Strength training for older adults: article on building strength and endurance by the Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute Tetra Society of North America: innovative solutions for people with physical disabilities to overcome environmental barriers, providing greater independence, quality of life, and inclusion The necessity of exercise for older people: one of a series of articles published by Active Life Choices for Older Adults (ALCOA) |
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Support services |
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Alzheimer Society Canada: support for those living with dementia and those who care for them Canadian Association for Long Term Care: CALTC is a national organization of provincial associations and long term care providers that deliver publicly-funded health care services for seniors across Canada Canadian Home Care Association: CHCA is dedicated to ensuring the availability of accessible, responsive home care and community supports to enable people to safely stay in their homes Canadian Red Cross: home care services: personal support and homemaking services for seniors and those recovering from illness or injury VON Canada: provides innovative clinical, personal and social support to people in their own homes and communities |
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Vision care |
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Cataracts: details regarding cataracts – what they are, how they form, diagnosis and treatment from the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) Eye health: information on keeping your eyes healthy from CNIB Seniors and Aging - Vision care: details from Health Canada on how to preserve your vision as you age |