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Aging In Place

Outcomes

An Aging in Place initiative, begun in 2019 with support from CLH Foundation,
has led to the completion of a dozen “age-friendly” renovation projects in CLH
Supported Living Homes.

CLH DSS supports 90 adults in its Supported Living Homes. Currently, 50%
are over the age of 50, with our most senior individual having reached
the milestone age of 89. Aging in Place is a commitment to addressing the

changing accessibility needs of those who wish to remain in their home as
they age. By providing supported Seniors with the environmental changes Before the construction of an accessible deck,
they require, they will be able to live with independence and dignity in the residents of Sulky Drive weren’t able to
the home and community where they have established themselves, built use their backyard. With CLHF’s support, CLH
relationships and made memories. DSS was able to build an accessible outdoor
deck large enough for everyone to gather and
The Aging in Place campaign was kick-started with $50,000 raised at CLHF’s enjoy being outside. With the addition of new

2019 A Red Carpet Evening. Additionally CLH Foundation successfully applied outdoor furniture (CLHF Backyard Project 2020)
for Simcoe County “Age Friendly Housing” grants in 2019 and 2020, securing the residents fully enjoy dining outdoors, evening
$130,000 in additional funding for specialized accessibility equipment as well ‘cookouts’, and the beauty of summer days.
as construction and renovation projects. Although temporarily delayed by
lockdowns, the improvements have made very welcome changes for CLH- Agnes Gray residents revel in their renovated bathroom, which created space
supported Seniors at home. for a roll-in shower for individuals who use wheelchairs. We asked Damian
what difference it has made to him: “I like that I can be independent now.
The downstairs bathroom at Lower Ottawa was small, with a standard tub/ What I like the most is how easy it is to use, it’s so wide and spacious, and

shower that was difficult to step in and out of. It was also challenging for staff the fixtures are easy to turn on and adjust.”
to be able to assist and provide support when required. Now with a walk-in
shower, the space is transformed, and is much easier to access.

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