Abbeyfield House Parkdale provides family-style accommodation for up to 10 independent seniors. Life in Abbeyfield House preserves privacy and independence, yet its supportive atmosphere provides companionship and freedom from worries and chores.

Although primarily intended as a permanent home for seniors, Abbeyfield has reviewed how it can best serve the continuum of continuing care in Ottawa. While Abbeyfield House has no medical staff, support from the Community Care Access Centre (CCAC), both personal and homemaking, may allow frail seniors to stay here, depending on their condition. The staff at Abbeyfield House Parkdale provide nutritious meals, security, and stability, and maintain a comfortable and harmonious atmosphere. The House is wheelchair and walker accessible, with an elevator/lift, hand rails in the hallways, and grab rails in each private bathroom.

Consider Abbeyfield House Parkdale as a resource for convalescent care and respite care.

Convalescent Care:

Following a hospital stay until able to resume independent living. Situations which could be handled at Abbeyfield include:

· Convalescence after hip replacement
· Post-operative (with visits from a    visiting nurse/personal care worker    as needed)
· Other conditions depending on    individual assessment

Respite Care: For a disabled or frail family member, respite care allows caregivers short-term relief e.g. when a spouse goes to hospital, when family members must go out of town, or just for relief. Individuals need to be able to: · Feed themselves · Get to the dining room · Look after their own personal care   (CommunityCare Access Centre [CCAC]    may provide   personal care for those who    find this difficult).  Individuals with chronic illnesses, e.g., Parkinson’s or early dementia can be accommodated depending on the degree. Individual assessment needed. Contact us for more information and daily rates. Typically short stays are also for people from out of town requiring care, and residents staying on a trial basis.