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Senior Companionship ft. Andrea Levine (#031)

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Join Maria as she talks with Andrea Levine, a dedicated provider of senior companion services, her approach to dementia care, and her personal journey in the space.

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SHOW NOTES

  • Residents’ Bill of Rights: Your rights if you live in a long‑term care home – https://www.cleo.on.ca/en/publications/everyres/all
  • Make a donation to Alzheimer Society of Canada – https://alzheimer.ca/en/take-action/make-your-donation-today 
  • Finding a long-term care facility – https://www.brightfocus.org/alzheimers/article/questions-ask-when-looking-long-term-care-facility
  • Longterm Care Checklist – https://www.ontario.ca/files/2021-12/mltc-visiting-a-long-term-care-home-checklist-en--2021-12-15.pdf
  • Harnessing the potential of technology to strengthen the long-term care sector – https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/blog/detail/blog/2021/08/11/harnessing-the-potential-of-technology-to-strengthen-the-long-term-care-sector-(part-1)
  • Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority – https://www.rhra.ca/en/
  • Ontario Retirement Community Association – https://www.orcaretirement.com/ 
  • Emerging Health Technologies in Long-Term Care and Suppliers’ Views on Their Potential to Assist and Support the Workforce – https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10775587231190127
  • Caregiving Matters – https://caregivingmatters.ca/board-of-directors/andrea-levine/

    • What You’ll Learn:

    • Andrea’s evolution into providing senior companion services
    • Important resources and partnerships that support Andrea’s work, including the Alzheimer's Society
    • Andrea’s unique approach to dementia care and support
    • Future plans for expanding her services and advice for families considering companion care

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