Support program for older adults who live alone
This trial tests a new support program for older adults who live alone and need help with daily tasks like shopping or managing medications. A specially trained worker will visit you at home to provide extra assistance and help you stay independent.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older
- You live alone (socially isolated)
- You live in your own home (apartment, house, or condominium) in a specific area of Toronto
- You have a family doctor or nurse practitioner, or are willing to get one
- You can communicate in English or have someone to help translate
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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