Program: Milverton Community Outreach Services
Organization: Knollcrest Lodge
Description of Services: Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps people remain active and independent within their own community * referral to other community services
 
Community Outreach - Lifeline Emergency Response Systems Daily 24-hour personal emergency response service designed to help maintain independence and get help quickly in case of an emergency
 
Congregate Dining and Social Programs Social activities and a hot meal
 
Friendly Visiting Regular volunteer visits to people 65 and older with disabilities or with diseases of aging who live alone, to provide companionship and reassurance * individuals are matched with volunteers who have common interests * activities can include playing games, reading and going for walks
 
Group Fitness Classes Fitness programs for seniors and people who can benefit from exercise * focuses on cardio-vascular conditioning, muscle strengthening, balance, flexibility training and falls prevention
 
Meals on Wheels Hot meals delivered in Milverton, and rural areas * call for delivery days to Millbank, Brunner, Carthage, Tralee, Atwood, Rostock, Donegal, Hesson and surrounding communities * special diet types available
 
Telephone Reassurance Regular phone calls to check on the health and safety of people who live alone * calls are made by trained and screened volunteers
 
Transportation Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments, adult day programs in Listowel and regular activities such as shopping and errands * accessible vehicles * volunteer drivers * door to door services * trips booked and arranged by Community Outreach Services
 
Wellness for Seniors Includes activities to promote health and fitness, health screening and monitoring and overall personal wellness


Services and Programs:
Requirements
Fees: Varies per program
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Older adults and people with disabilities, who need physical, social, or emotional supports
Application: No referral required * to register for services call Huron Perth Community Support Services 1-844-482-7800
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English
Area(s) Served: Milverton, Perth County and area
Contact Information
Phone Numbers: 519-595-8755
Toll-Free: 1-877-502-8277
Fax: 519-595-7755
Email: ashley.newbigging@knollcrestlodge.com
Website: www.knollcrestlodge.com
Address: PO Box 453, 50 William St
Milverton, ON
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Intersection: William St and Sippel St
Location: East Perth
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Contacts: Ashley Newbigging - Outreach Manager

Videos:

Knollcrest Lodge Long-Term Care Video Tour

About Us

We are a volunteer non-profit, agency that provides quality services which encourage and help seniors and people with disabilities to remain active, to live with dignity and independence within their community.


This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: Feb 10, 2025