Managing Chronic Illness

As we age, many of us will develop chronic diseases that affect our well-being and independence.

Approximately 90 per cent of people over age 65 have at least one chronic disease. And 80 per cent have at least two.

Toronto Rehab has particular expertise in caring for older adults with complex chronic disease:

• Our Hemodialysis Service provides dialysis to elderly patients whose advanced kidney disease is complicated by other illnesses.

• Our Geriatric Rehabilitation Service provides inpatient care for older adults who have physical, mental, emotional or social conditions that are affecting their independence and well-being.

• Our Geriatric Day Hospital provides similar services on an outpatient basis to individuals after they leave hospital or who need services to help them remain in the community.