The RGPEO strives to enable professionals who work with older adults to use the most effective methods in their practices by providing them with accessible, relevant, and state-of-the-art educational experiences.
The RGPEO aims to be a leader in the provision of:
- Comprehensive, interdisciplinary geriatric assessment and treatment services in partnership with our older adults, their families and the community;
- Education in geriatrics/gerontology to practitioners, students and community members;
- Research into appropriate treatment and service delivery to older adults; evaluation, advocacy and planning in the development of community services which promote health.
Careteam
Provide true patient-first care with Careteam’s communication and collaboration platform
COVID-19
Covid-19 service updates for hospital and community services with temporary access and service provision. Resources to support health professionals including tools, current best practices and patient information handouts.
Professional Development
Professional development opportunities presented by the Regional Geriatric Program of Eastern Ontario including monthly Regional and Academic Rounds, and numerous annual education events.
Move & Improve
Chair Exercise video designed for hospitalized older adults to supplement their daily physical activity and to reduce the effects of hospital-associated deconditioning,
Senior Friendly Hospitals
A collaborative shared-care approach with primary care and geriatrics to provide holistic care, support and ongoing follow up to patients and caregivers living well with MCI and dementia.
Primary Care
A collaborative shared-care approach with primary care and geriatrics to provide holistic care, support and ongoing follow up to patients and caregivers living well with MCI and dementia.
Regional Geriatric Program of Eastern Ontario offers regional coordination in supporting geriatric service delivery. The Geriatrics program provides clinical services for older adults over 65 years of age. Programs include community and in-hospital services.
Older adults are referred to Geriatrics for a variety of concerns such as:
- Recent changes in physical, mental or functional abilities, changes in memory and/or mood.
- Major changes in support needs, caregiver stress and future planning.
- Safety concerns – physical, psychological, social, environmental.
- Sudden increase in the use of health care services over the last 6 months.
The interactive online geriatric services map allows you to search and locate services around your location and provides contact information.
