Personal Care Home Services
Services in personal care homes in the Northern Health Region include:
- Meals
- Assistance with daily living activities like bathing, getting dressed and using the bathroom
- Necessary nursing care
- Routine medical and surgical supplies
- Prescription drugs eligible under Manitoba’s Personal Care Home Drug Program
- Physiotherapy and occupational therapy, if the facility is approved to provide these services
- Routine laundry and linen services
Support Services to Seniors in group living settings are designed to assist with Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), helping seniors remain independent while receiving the necessary support.
IADLs are non-basic daily tasks that are essential for independent living, such as managing finances, cooking, cleaning, and taking medication. These services vary depending on the specific facility or community, but typically include: