provides culturally and linguistically appropriate services to seniors and caregivers. We conduct health education and awareness workshops, social engagement and recreational activities, one-on-one supportive counselling, and provides respite services through our Sahara Overnight Respite Program (SORP), and day respite services to provide short-term relief to caregivers. The objective of this program is to prevent hospitalizations by providing in-house respite services to seniors, developing a care plan based on client needs, and connecting clients with resources. Also, to promote healthy aging at home by maximizing the ability of high-risk seniors to live independently in their homes and prevent early admission to long-term care facilities. Clients residing in HCCSS Central-West area, aged 55 and over, and caregivers age 18+ are eligible for the program.

Integrated Seniors Team (IST) is a partnership project with PCHS, SHIP (Services and Housing in the Province) and Peel Senior Link. The IST program is designed to provide support to seniors and their caregivers who reside in the community. This program provides support, and promotes independence, education, and healthy aging. The objective of this program is to prevent hospitalizations by providing in-house respite services to seniors, developing a care plan based on client needs and preferences, and connecting clients with resources. The program promotes healthy aging at home by maximizing the ability of high-risk seniors to live independently in their homes and prevent early admission to long-term care facilities.

Behavioural Support Ontario (BSO) program caters to the needs of caregivers of older adults (55+) with cognitive impairments due to dementia, addictions, or other neurological conditions. The BSO program is a collaboration between Punjabi Community Health Services and Indus Community Services. The objective of this program is to prevent hospitalizations by providing sustainable education through formal and informal means; conducting assessments and providing recommendations to support a senior’s quality of life and minimize risk. We facilitate linkages between agencies that provide healthcare, community and social services for seniors in their communities for capacity development.