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Keeping Safe - Home & Medication

MedicationMedications are vital in improving the health of older adults. However if used incorrectly they can be dangerous. Always have your healthcare professional describe what your medication does and how often it should be taken. You should ask about how any new medication will interact with what you are already taking.

Self Management Programs

Older adults suffering from chronic pain, chronic disease or diabetes can enroll in one of SPLC’s free six week self-management programs. These programs are planned with the Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) and teach older adults how to deal with their symptoms and properly manage their medication.

The diabetes workshop provides information on how to monitor blood sugar, medication, nutrition, and, more. There is also a workshop on chronic pain and chronic disease which provides information on how to deal with discomfort and fatigue, as well as how to manage medication.

Program
Date
Time
Location
Language
Diabetes Feb 20 - Mar 27 (Wednesdays) 9:30AM-12:00PM SPLC - Seminar Room C English
Chronic Pain Feb 20 - Mar 27 (Wednesdays) 1:30PM-4:00PM SPLC - Seminar Room C English
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Apr 17 - May 22 (Wednesdays) 10:00AM-11:30AM SPLC - Seminar Room C English
Chronic Disease Jun 05 - Jul 10 (Wednesdays) 9:30AM-12:00PM SPLC - Seminar Room C English
Diabetes Aug 02 - Sep 06 (Fridays) 1:30PM - 4:00PM Bridlewood Library Mandarin
Chronic Pain Sept 13 - Oct 18 (Fridays) 1:30PM - 4:00PM Steeles Library Mandarin

To register for a self-management workshop please contact SPLC at (416) 493-3333.

SPLC has a number of qualified healthcare professionals who are able to advise caregivers further on home and medication safety. SPLC’s Personal Care program offers regular medication reminders, and a host of other services to keep older adults living at home safe and healthy.