Services for Persons with Loss of Autonomy

The West Island HSSC offers many services to persons with loss of autonomy associated with aging and physical disabilities, as well as their families and/or caregivers. The services offered, based on an assessment of their needs and on the preservation of their autonomy, are the following: 

• Overall health evaluations and an assessment of their needs by a professional healthcare provider;
• Referral to services required to deal with temporary or permanent disabilities;
• Nursing services;
• Rehabilitation services: occupational and physical therapy;
• Advice on nutrition;
• Home support services for assistance with activities of daily living;
• Medical services;
• Palliative care;
• Various programs: 
  • fall prevention;
  • home adaptation programs;
  • assistance with visual impairments;
• Respite/support for caregivers;
• Support for families.

These services may be offered at the CLSC through general services, at home according to the eligibility criteria for home support services. Referrals may be made, depending on the condition of the person, for:

• a day centre;
• a day hospital; 
• a rehabilitation unit;
• a temporary residence unit;
• a permanent residence unit;
• a community organization;
• the Lakeshore General Hospital, which fosters an adequate environment for the elderly.

If you feel that you need one of these services for yourself or a loved one, contact your HSSC. A professional will evaluate your situation in order to best meet your needs.

Pour information :
CLSC de Pierrefonds : 514 626-2572
CLSC du Lac-Saint-Louis : 514 697-4110 

• Home Care Services
• Domestic Help
• Long Term Care
• Day Centre
• Caregivers