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 Overview
of Senior Services
Studies Of Interest:
- One out of ten people will acquire
some form of dementia.
- Increased participation in cognitive
activities is significantly associated with a reduced
risk of dementia as well as reduced rates of memory
decline.
- Mentally stimulating activities, such
as reading, playing board games doing crossword puzzles,
playing musical instruments and dancing, can protect
the brain.
- 70-90% of individuals develop behavioural symptoms
including anxiety, agitation, confusion, frustration,
depression and aggression.
- Community-integrated, home-based treatment
programs can significantly reduced depressive symptoms
and improve the health status in chronically medically
ill older adults with minor depression and dysthymia
- Caregivers should be encouraged to
try non-medical coping strategies first.
The gaps in care:
- Serious senior care problems such as
neglect, abuse, nutritional deficiencies, and living
in squalor are frequently undetected.
- Cuts to health care and home care services
mean there is less care and attention.
Bartimaeus level of care
Bartimaeus Senior Services offers
a level of care and attention that does not currently
exist. It is a quality of care beyond the traditional
approaches available in our system. Bartimaeus has developed
a compassionate care model that meets the needs of people
in between basic companion care and medically based
health care. Our Senior Services provides for the
psychological and social needs of a person, not just
their medical and physical needs.
Credibility, experience, reputation
Bartimaeus has sixteen years of experience
in caring for children, adolescents, adults with special
needs and seniors. We have provided over 1.5 million
hours caring for people with special and unique needs.
Our services are used by community social service programs,
insurance companies, public and private retirement and
long term care facilities, ministry of health and ministry
of community and family services, and by families directly.
Bartimaeus is owned and operated by professionals
in Ontario. Our headquarters are in Burlington, however
we provide services throughout the Provinces of Ontario
and Quebec.
Our approach to senior care is different
Rather than simply meeting basic needs,
we seek to understand the whole person. We look after
their physical, mental, spiritual and emotional wellbeing
with the dignity they deserve. We also consider an individual's
culture, history, place in their environment and family
dynamics. In addition to managing the health concerns
of our clients, we help them live realistic and purposeful
lives according to their unique needs. We believe this
means helping people to stay connected in meaningful
relationships. We immediately focus on matching clients
with an associate who will fit, connect and relate with
them.
Quality of care = quality staff
Our staff members are special people and
we treat them that way. We look for compassionate, caring
individuals who understand the limits, stresses, and
challenges that families are experiencing. Bartimaeus
Senior Services staff are extremely qualified and
knowledgeable. Bartimaeus staff are all graduates of
degree or diploma programs and have extensive experience
in the social services field. Every one of our staff
members undergoes a criminal reference check that includes
a vulnerable sector screening.
Services that reflect the needs of
families
Families need a quality balanced alternative
to trying to do everything themselves. While providing
functional support to the senior, Bartimaeus offers
the family care providers respect, regular updates and
expert consultation. Our involvement gives caregivers
the opportunity to connect with their parents, rather
than always thinking about the next decision that needs
to be made. Our insightful and experienced presence
helps to normalise any situation. We also manage and
co-ordinate a senior’s plan of care with other
social and/or service agencies.
Our philosophy
Our goal is to enhance the lives
of seniors and their families by creating meaningful
experiences and comfortable connections. We help our
clients engage with the world around them. We encourage
people to pursue their passions and renew their quests!
Our services are available 24 hours a day,
7 days a week and are on a fee-for-service basis.
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