Caring for Aging Parents
If you are a senior living in your home, there are Adult Day Programs available across PEI that offer a variety of group and individual activities suited to personal abilities and interest in a safe and comfortable environment. The programs also support...
COVID-19 Planning: The COACH program is committed to support the continued delivery of care to COACH Program participants on PEI. Should you require assistance, please call your local Home Care office.
Caring for Older Adults in the Community and at...
COVID-19 Planning: The Provincial Geriatric Program is committed to support the continued delivery of care to older adults on PEI. We continue to work with partners across the health care system to respond to urgent needs in a timely manner. Should you...
The Home Care Program supports you and your caregivers so that you can remain in your home safely, with independence and quality of life, for as long as possible.
What can Home Care do for me?
Home Care can provide services in your home, if you:...
Long-term care provides specialized nursing and personal care services to individuals who can no longer live on their own, with family or home care supports. These services are provided while respecting each resident’s dignity and personal choices. ...
If you are a resident in a private nursing home, you may be eligible for coverage of approved medication costs through the Nursing Home Drug Program.
Am I eligible?
You are eligible for the program if you:
have a PEI Health Card;
are a permanent...
If you have a progressive life limiting illness, the Provincial Integrated Palliative Care Program may be able to help you and your family through this difficult time. You can access palliative care services through a PEI Home Care office near your...
The Provincial Integrated Palliative Care Program and Island EMS are working together to support palliative care patients with after-hours (evening and overnight) in-home care when they need it.
Through the Paramedics Providing Palliative Care at Home...
If you are age 65 or older, you are eligible for coverage of the cost of approved medications through the Seniors’ Drug Program.
Am I eligible?
You are eligible for the program if you:
are a permanent PEI resident as defined by the Drug Cost...