Long term care homes are designed for people who are:

• No longer able to live independently in their own home
• Require the availability of 24-hour nursing care
• Need supervision within a secure setting

In general, Long Term Care homes offer higher levels of personal care and support than those typically offered by either retirement homes or supportive housing. Long term care homes provide a “home-like” setting while at the same time meeting. the physical, psychological, social, emotional and spiritual needs of the residents.

Long Term Care in Huron County

The County of Huron, in cooperation with the Province of Ontario, operates two Not-For-Profit Municipal Long Term Care homes. Not-For-Profit means:

• Re-investment in Care
• Local Accountability
• Strong Community Support
• Innovation and Excellence
• Choice for Ontarians

Residents are provided with support for all of their individual care needs through a team approach, including family, health professionals and the local community.

Huronview Home for the Aged (Clinton, Ontario)

Huronview Home for the Aged is located in the scenic community of Clinton, Ontario, in the County of Huron. Huronview is home for 120 residents.

Huronlea Home for the Aged (Brussels, Ontario)
Huronlea Home for the Aged is located in the rural Municipality of Morris-Turnberry on Brussels Line, in the County of Huron. Huronlea is home for 64 residents.

Governing Legislation and Monitoring:

The Ministry of Health and Long Term Care (MOHLTC) sets standards for care and inspects Long Term Care homes annually. It also sets the rules governing eligibility and waiting lists.

Costs

The MOHLTC sets the accommodation co-payment rates for Long Term Care homes across the province. The co-payment rates are effective July 1, 2011 and change from time to time (at a minimum, annually). For the most up-to-date rates, contact the staff at your local Community Care Access Centre at 519.527.0000 or 1.800.267.0535.