NOVA West Island

To address the unmet needs of communities through the development and delivery of professional, innovative health services.

Palliative\Home Nursing Care (Cancer / ALS)

Compassionate and quality care by specialized nursing care (24/7 on-call service) and support to individuals living with cancer or ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) to enable people to stay at home with their loved ones as long as desired. Home nursing visits, arranged in collaboration with clients and/or family members allow for assessments, teaching, symptom management, nursing care and active listening.

Bereavement Support (children/youth and adult)

NOVA offers two bereavement support programs to meet the needs of the different realities for (children / youth and adults)

Adult Day Centre

Promotes socialization and independence for adults (60+) with cognitive deficits while providing a day of respite for families and caregivers. A safe and enjoyable “social club,” atmosphere focusing on physical activity, cognitive stimulation, music, pet therapy, utilization of fine and gross motor skills, reminiscence, and activities that stimulate all five senses. Program currently offered virtually.

Home Support

Providing personal care assistance, while giving family caregivers time for well-deserved respite. Mobilization in or out of the house, bathing, toileting and dressing, washing and setting hair, shaving and filing nails. Possibility of laundry and bed making, preparing and serving a meal or snack.