A service that arranges for a person, trained in basic or advanced foot care, to care for the feet of an individual who is unable to do so himself/herself. Service may include trimming toenails, monitoring the condition of feet, bathing and massaging feet. May include the service of a chiropodist or podiatrist. Fees may apply.
Population Served:
Especially for shut-ins, seniors with dementia or diabetes.
Catchment Area:
Scarborough, Durham and Oshawa
Service Category:
Footcare Specialists
Cost:
$45.00 per in-home visit or $25.00 per person in a group clinic setting. Discount coupons available (ideal for gifts).
Service Limitation:
Nurses with advanced footcare certification perform a footcare assessment, cut and file toenails, soften and buff corns and calluses, provide ingrown toenail care, apply non-medicated padding if required, give a foot massage and offer foot hygiene and education. Services provided in the location of the clients/families choice – home, hospital, Long-Term Care facilities, retirement homes, etc.
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