Navigating Care Systems

If you are caregiving in Ontario, the Ontario Caregiver Organization, funded by the Government of Ontario, is available to access information about caregiver services and supports in your area. The Ontario Caregiver Helpline is a one-stop resource for information and referrals connecting caregivers to the support you need. Ontario Caregiver Helpline: 1-833-416-2273. 

Ontario Health atHome, a government agency, connects you with the care you need at home, in your community and can assist with long term care options. For information and referrals related to home and community care or long-term care home placement, please call 310-2222 (no area code required).

If you feel that you or someone you know would benefit from health care support at home, Ontario Health atHome provides a wide range of health care services and resources that are covered through the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP), and can be provided in a patient’s home or at a nursing clinic.

To find health and social services in Ontario, call 211 24/7 or visit 211.ca.

For U of T employees and their dependents: The University’s Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offers a variety of no-cost services and supports to all staff, faculty, and librarians and their dependents. EFAP provides referrals and guidance in navigating the care systems. Available 24 hours per day, 365 days a year. Call toll-free 1-855-597-2110. Students have access to U of T TELUS Health Student Support.