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Resources for the response and intervention of elder abuseReportingMinistry of Health and Long Term Care (to report abuse of residents of LTC facilities) 1-866-434-0144* Reporting suspected abuse of a resident of an LTC home is mandatory. Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (to report abuse of residents of Retirement Homes)rhra.ca1-855-275-7472 * Reporting suspected abuse in retirement homes is mandatory. Call the RHRA to report.Ontario Provincial Policeopp.ca 1-888-310-1122 * Although reporting is usually done at a local level, the OPP can help in the investigation of criminal acts of abuse. Key reporting mechanism for financial exploitation.Ontario Crime Stoppersontariocrimestoppers.ca 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) * To denounce acts of elder abuse anonymously.Provincial resourcesElder Abuse Ontario416-916-6728* For general information, referral, training and resources to help people address elder abuse issues.Seniors Safety Line1-866-299-1011* Provides contact and referral information for local agencies across the province that can assist in cases of elder abuse. Trained counsellors also provide safety planning and supportive counseling for older adults who are being abused or at-risk of abuse.Advocacy Centre for the Elderly 1-855-598-2656* For legal information on seniors’ rights and help with financial abuse.Alzheimer Society of Ontarioalzheimer.ca 1-800-879-4226* Information, resources and assistance for people who have dementia as well as those suffering from caregiver burnout.LHIN Home and Community Care (no area code required)* Care options for seniors (assisted living, LTC applications, day programs, supportive housing etc.)Legal Aid Ontariolegalaid.on.ca1-800-668-8258 Human Rights Legal Support Centre hrlsc.on.ca 1-800-387-9080* For legal assistance in human rights violation Office of the Public Guardian and Trusteeattorneygeneral..on.ca/english/family/pgt/ 1-800-366-0335* Protection for the mentally incapable. Contact in the case of mistreatment of seniors with reduced capacity and/or misuse of Powers of Attorney.Consent and Capacity Board Health Ontario (416) 324-4262Support Services for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse 1-866-887-0015Ontario Coalition of Rape Crisis Centres Network of Sexual Assault/ Domestic Violence Treatment Centres (416) 323-7518Law Society Referral Service 1-855-947-5255Behavioural Supports Ontario 4 Healing 1-855-554-HEAL (4325) * A helpline for aboriginal women Fem’aide (860-0782)Ontario Victims Services*Information on key resources in place to help victims of crimes and mistreatment.2-1-1 Ontario* Information and referral to local community resources.Canadian Antifraud Centreantifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca 1-888-495-8501* Information on frauds and scams and where to turn to for help.Condominium Authority of Ontariocondoauthorityontario.ca1-833-943-4858* Provides resources to help condo owners and residents resolve common issues.Landlord and Tenant Board* Provides information to landlords and tenants about their rights and responsibilities under the RTA and helps resolve disputes.Local resources (Ottawa)Elder Abuse Response and Referral Service (NROCRC) 613-596-5626 ext. 230* Provides intake, evaluation, information, consultation, referrals and support for those who are or suspect that a senior is living in a situation of abuse. This service has a crisis bed for at-risk seniors fleeing situations of abuse/neglect and provides respite for caregivers.Ottawa Police Service – Elder Abuse unit and Info Line 613-236-1222, ext. 2400Call 9-1-1 for emergenciesOttawa Victim Services 613?238?2762Ottawa Community Support Coalition 613-688-1768 Native Friendship Centre 613-722-3811Ottawa Coalition to End Violence Against Women 613-237-1000*For information and crisis resources (shelters in Ottawa, helplines, support groups etc.)Action ontarienne contre la violence faite aux femmes 613?241?8433 Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County (Ottawa) 613-523-4004* Support for persons with dementia and their caregivers.Ottawa Legal Information Centre 613-842-7462 / 1-844-343-7462legalinfocentre.ca*Obtain legal assistance, information and referral.Primary Care Outreach for seniors 1-844-726-5115*Facilitation of services for seniors who might be isolated or at risk of hospitalization. Services usually run out of local community health and resource centers.Regional Geriatric Program of Eastern Ontario (The Ottawa Hospital) 613-761-4458* Geriatric Assessment Outreach Team conducts in-home geriatric assessments. Looks at treatment options for their patients and does care planning for seniors. East: 613 562 6362, West: 613 721 0041Geriatric Psychiatry Community Services of Ottawa 613-562-9777*Lines up counseling services for seniors. Short term counseling can also be obtained through several community health and resource centres.Counselling and Family Service Ottawa 613-233-8478, ext. 248 (men) cfsottawa.ca ext. 260 (women)*Counseling and support services, support group for abused older adultsCity of Ottawa - Community and Social Services - Housing Services: 6135802400?- Social Housing Registry: 613-526-2088- Community Supports Team: 613-580-2424 ext. 26586*Residential Care (domiciliary hostel) program provides financial support for housing to adults who cannot live on their own and need some help with daily living activities. Housing is in private or non-profit residences (also known as domiciliary hostels). To be considered for the program, you must apply and take part in a financial and personal assessment.- Emergency Housing and Shelter Information Program/Service: 613-560-6000 ................
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