Caring for Aging Adults and Seniors
If you have caregiving responsibilities for an adult or elder family member, there are resources that can help you and your family. The Family Care Office can provide you with information and referrals to support services for elders and their caregivers including information on home care services, senior housing options, and caregiver supports.
Workshops for those caring for adults and elder family members are offered to the University of Toronto community by the Family Care Office. Check out our Events for further details.
The Family Care Office Resource and Lending Library has a number of practical resources on elder care. For more detailed information about our resources, check out our book list.
General Information
A guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario
The Institute of Life Course and Aging
The Institute of Life Course and Aging’s YouTube Channel
National Initiative for the Care of the Elderly (NICE)
NICE is an international network of researchers, practitioners and students dedicated to improving the care of older adults, both in Canada and abroad.
The Ontario Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
Senior Safety Line (24 hours a day – 7 days per week – 150 different languages)
Toll-free: 1-866-299-1011
Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility
Government of Canada – Programs and Services for Seniors
The Family Care Office does not endorse any of the organizations listed here, and we do not assume any responsibility for the accuracy of the statements and/or the quality of services provided by these organizations.
Resource for U of T employees and their dependents
Call the Employee and Family Assistance Program — LifeWorks for personal and in-depth assistance with your elder care concern.
LifeWorks has Family Support Services under which eldercare support is included.
- Receive an immediate needs assessment and customized family resource packages.
- Their specialists can speak directly with the elderly person as part of your needs assessment and provide information on arranging an independent provider for an in-home assessment.
- Obtain resources pertaining to home care services, understanding long term care and other housing options, dementia care, end-of-life care, and legal referrals for Wills and Powers of Attorney.
To start, call 1-855-597-2110.
You may also register and create an online account to access the LifeWorks App or website. Find your LifeWorks invitation code in your email or request a code. This will give you access to additional eldercare resources.