Mental health and addiction support
Practical, non-judgemental help with daily life for people living with mental illness or recovering from addiction.
When depression, anxiety, schizophrenia or addiction make daily life hard, a steady person who shows up makes a difference. Our PSWs help with the practical things, encourage routine and connection, and work alongside your mental health team. We do not provide counselling or therapy.
What's included
- Help keeping up with meals, housework, hygiene and bills
- Medication reminders and encouragement to follow the treatment plan
- Company to appointments, groups and the pharmacy
- Building routine and getting out into the community
- Watching for warning signs and reporting changes to family or the care team
- Non-judgemental support for people in addiction recovery
In a crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide Crisis Helpline), or call 911 in an emergency. Bayfern is not a crisis service.
Who it helps
- Adults living with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia
- People returning home after a hospital stay for mental health
- Families worried about a loved one who is struggling on their own
Often combined with
Companionship
Regular visits for conversation, walks, cards, hobbies and a second set of eyes on how things are going.
Dementia and Alzheimer's care
Calm, consistent care from caregivers trained to support memory loss, confusion and changes in behaviour.
Intellectual and developmental disability support
Support for teens and adults with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, FASD and other developmental disabilities, at home and in the community.
Talk to someone who can help today
A care coordinator will listen, answer your questions and book a free visit at home. No cost, no obligation.