THE DAILY DURHAM LOCAL GUIDE
Explore senior & accessibility services across Durham Region.
A&O Care Solutions Inc. is an Oshawa-based care provider at 111 Simcoe Street N offering behaviour support and developmental disability services, Respite and Urgent Response Support, and senior/aged care delivered by RNs, RPNs, and PSWs. Families needing short-term relief or complex-needs support can reach them at +1 (289) 505-3500.
AJA Support Services provides respite and community support in Oshawa for individuals with complex needs, offering one-on-one support from PSWs and nurses as well as urgent response respite. The office at 600 Hillcrest Drive lists hours Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm. Phone 647-268-8212.
Aspira Valleylands Oshawa (formerly Traditions of Durham) is an Aspira retirement residence on Bloor Street East with seasonal views of Lake Ontario. It offers independent and assisted living plus respite stays, with all-inclusive packages available. Amenities include a dining room, Wine Bistro Bar, private dining room, movie theatre, fitness centre and wellness spa, billiard room, beauty and barber salon, frequent excursions, 24/7 emergency response, transportation, parking and Wi-Fi in a pet-friendly community. Residents stroll on-site walking paths, birdwatch lakeside, garden, take fitness classes and socialize, minutes from Harmony Creek Golf Course.
Franchise-owned Bath Fitter showroom in Oshawa specializing in accessible bathroom remodeling. Services include tub-to-shower conversions, walk-in showers with low or no thresholds, bathtub replacements, custom-fit acrylic tub and shower surrounds installed in as little as one day, and the installation of safety features such as grab bars and shower seats for seniors and people with mobility challenges. Free in-home consultations and design services are offered. Hours are Monday to Thursday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm and Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm; closed Saturday and Sunday.
Bloom Oshawa, part of Cogir Senior Living, is a modern retirement community on Coldstream Drive offering seniors' apartments, independent living and assisted living. Residents choose from studio, one- and two-bedroom models and enjoy a la carte meals, housekeeping, laundry, on-demand care for independent retirees, convalescent services, a hair salon and spa, shuttle service, electric car sharing, a tuck shop and indoor parking in a pet-friendly setting. Common areas include a lobby, bistro, dining room, movie theatre, gym, indoor pool, dog park, gardens, courtyard, library, shuffleboard court and underground parking, with caring staff available around the clock.
The Brain Injury Association of Durham Region (BIAD), at 850 King St W, Unit 24, Oshawa, supports adults living with acquired brain injury. Its Adult Day Program offers cognitive-based programming with social and recreational activities (Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm, plus a Friday 9am to 12pm drop-in), giving family caregivers daytime relief. BIAD also provides one-to-one Community Support, Supported Independent Living (daily living skills, routines, appointment support), and Peer Support. Office hours Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Phone 905-723-2732.
CanDo Support Services Inc. is a full-spectrum home healthcare provider based at 1218 Macinally Court, Oshawa, serving Durham Region and the GTA. Services include senior home care, Alzheimer's and dementia care, nursing and PSW care (bathing, meal preparation, companionship, respite, palliative care, fall prevention), transportation, and senior care within retirement facilities. Office hours are listed as Monday to Sunday 5:00am to 6:00pm, with care available 24/7. Toll-free 1-888-592-7908. Note: the company's official website serves HTTP only, so no website link is shown here.
Cedarcroft Place is a friendly retirement community on King Street East in Oshawa, run by Spring Living, offering independent living, assisted living, gentle memory support for mild cognitive changes, and short-term respite stays with 24/7 nursing on site. Newly renovated suites sit across from St. Gertrude's church, close to Farewell Park, shops, restaurants and pharmacies. Residents enjoy fresh home-cooked meals in a full-service dining room, housekeeping and personal laundry service, daily group physiotherapy, fitness and exercise classes, a theatre room, fireside library lounge, and hair salon, plus social programs and a much-loved resident-tended garden. Pets are welcome.
An established retirement residence in Oshawa's north end, Chartwell Wynfield offers independent and assisted living with a flexible Care Assist program that lets residents personalize care as needs change. Suites range from studios to two-bedrooms, with 24/7 on-site staff including a Registered Practical Nurse plus weekly visits from a doctor and nurse practitioner. Amenities include a lively bistro, covered outdoor patio and walking path, library, tuck shop, chapel, games areas, and wholesome daily dining with an a la carte menu. Residents stay active through a full calendar of activities, entertainment, clubs and scenic outings, and the residence is pet friendly. It sits beside an adjacent long-term care residence, so couples with different care needs can stay close.
Comfort Keepers East Durham is a locally owned home care franchise serving Oshawa and East Durham from its office at 165 Ritson Rd S. Its caregivers provide companion care, personal care, nursing services, and their Interactive Caregiving approach, plus 24-hour home care, Alzheimer's and dementia care, respite care, end-of-life care, transition services, and medication reminders. The office states it is licensed under Ontario's THA (home and community care) program. Reach them at 365-297-0025.
Community Living Oshawa/Clarington supports people with developmental disabilities across Oshawa and Clarington from its head office at 39 Wellington Ave East, Oshawa. Its My Stay My Way Respite Services provide short-term care and accommodation for adults and children with developmental disabilities, alongside a children's respite home and summer respite and camp programs. Phone 905-576-3011. Healthline lists daily 24-hour availability for the respite line.
Family-run and locally owned, Durham Medical has served Durham Region for over 40 years as a home health care equipment provider. The Oshawa store on King Street East stocks mobility products to suit different lifestyles, bathroom safety products such as bath lifts, specialized shower heads and non-slip mats, and bedroom and accessibility lines focused on comfort. In-store services include professional fitting for braces and supports and help choosing compression products, and the store also offers equipment rentals. Staff help with government subsidy paperwork so eligible customers only pay their portion.
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