Ontario Community Support Association (OCSA)

Caregiver and son CARE GUIDE
Helping People Live at Home

Community Support services are for people who need help to function independently because of a disability, illness or limitation due to aging. Also known as Home Care, Home Health Care and Community Care, these services help people live at home and keep connected with their community.

The Ontario Community Support Association represents not-for-profit community agencies. Not-for-profit agencies are accountable to their clients and communities and have provided high-quality services in Ontario for more than 30 years. Services are provided by professional staff who are committed to friendly, caring and personalized services. Trained volunteers also contribute to many services.

Care Options
There are a number of care options available from community agencies. Select one of the following for information about these options:

FAQs
Visit our FAQ page for answers to frequently asked questions about community support services, including cost, eligibility and accessing services.

Care Finder
Search directory to find services in your community.

Get Involved
Become a volunteer and contribute to caring for others in your community.

Links
Visit our links page for other resources and internet sites for older adults, people with disabilities, volunteers and caregivers.

Helping People Live at Home