Home Care Services in Kawartha Lakes
At Nurse Next Door, we go beyond home care. We believe seniors should have choice in everything they do. We match you or your loved one with the perfect caregiver, with care tailored to fit individual needs. We also provide 24/7 live support, providing you with peace of mind.
Nurse Next Door Services
It's about caring, not just health care. That's why we're here to help get you back to doing the things you love. Whether it's a little help around the house with meal preparation or medication reminders, let us do the caring.
Live 24/7 Scheduling Support
With fast, easy access, we’re always just a phone call away.
Licensed & Insured Caregivers
Find the perfect match. All in home caregivers are kind, trained and insured.
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Continuity of Care
You’ll always be covered by a familiar caregiver, even with a tricky schedule.
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Care
Get total peace of mind with caregivers experienced in accommodating age-related challenges.
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No Long-term Contracts
You should never feel ‘stuck’. Short-term or long-term, all home care assistance is flexible.
Ongoing Case Management
We manage every step, including planning and monitoring physical and emotional health.
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Comprehensive Home Care
Our caregivers provide everything from housekeeping and cooking to personal care and medication reminders.
Regular Care Updates
Caregivers record cognitive and physical observations during every visit to keep you well-informed.
What People Say About Us
We're Local!
Our Nurse Next Door office in Kawartha Lakes is available to help 24/7.
Some of the communities we serve:
- Kawartha Lakes
To see other communities served by neighbouring branches, please click here.
It's as Simple as 1, 2, 3!
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Contact UsCall us anytime to book a FREE Caring Consult. Service can start in as little as 48 hours.
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Free Caring ConsultOur Care Designer comes to you. We assess your needs and answer any questions you have.
Learning about you allows us to send a perfect match Caregiver.
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First VisitYou'll always be covered by a familiar Caregiver — selected for you to match your needs and personality. We ensure your Caregiver is someone you can trust.
Our Story
Providing compassionate 24 hour senior care services for your loved ones in communities in: Clarington, Part of The Kawartha’s, Orillia Courtice, Bowmanville, Orono, Newcastle, Port Hope, Cobourg, Lindsay and surrounding areas in Ontario.
Owner Kim Jimmo Shields is registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario and brings several years of experience in the healthcare industry. Home health care has been a passion and she is now is bringing her passion to care for seniors in Clarington, City of Kawartha Lakes & Orillia! Kim has experience in many areas of nursing and as a graduate of Sir Sandford Fleming College 1993, looks forward to bringing her experience back to the Kawarthas. She is exceptionally well respected in the City of Kawartha Lakes, Kawarthas and Durham Region, not only for her unparalleled professional track record and high ethical standards but by being honest, hardworking family-oriented that will do anything in her power to ensure superior client care.
Kim and her Care Team share a common goal: to make lives better for pe...Read more
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I use Nurse Next Door instead of hiring a private caregiver?
Finding the right kind of senior home care can be difficult but at Nurse Next Door we make sure you know exactly what you will be receiving with our services. Here are some of the questions you should consider prior to making that decision:
What kind of background and screening checks can you do on your own for a caregiver?
All Nurse Next Door Caregivers are carefully screened with criminal background checks and vulnerable sector checks. We confirm our Caregivers' educational credentials and verify upon hire and annually, that every nurse is registered and in good standing with their respective College of Nurses. If you hire a caregiver privately, you will need to perform background checks and screening yourself.
If my caregiver is unavailable, who will fill in?
At Nurse Next Door, we ensure there is a replacement when one of our Caregivers becomes unavailable. We believe in continuity of care and will contact you to inform you of a Caregiver change. If you hire a caregiver privately, it may be difficult to find a replacement caregiver depending on how much notice is given.
Will I have the same Caregiver or Nurse all the time?
At Nurse Next Door, we strive for consistency of care and provide regularly assigned Caregivers. Our goal is to find the perfect match between our clients and Caregivers based on their needs, hobbies, and interests. Caregiver consistency is essential to building strong relationships, and delivering on our philosophy of Happier Aging®.
Are your home care services only for seniors?
No, we provide home health care services to the entire age spectrum – from newborn babies to seniors. While our specialty is in providing Happier Aging® experiences to seniors, we can also provide assistance with special needs care for children and adults with disabilities, as well as post-operative care, health checks, and other services for any age.
Can I just try our Nurse Next Door or do I have to sign a long-term contract?
You are not locked into a long-term contract.
To try out Nurse Next Door, just contact us to book a complimentary, no-obligation Caring Consult™. We believe in making things easy for you. One of our Care Designers will visit your home to assess your needs and design a care plan with you, which will including frequency and duration of care.
What if I need to speak to someone after business hours?
Our Care Services Center is open around the clock – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can call at any time and one of our Care Services Specialists will be happy to assist you.
How much does Nurse Next Door cost?
Nurse Next Door's services vary in price depending on the level of care required, and the Nurse Next Door Care Team that services your area. To get a better idea of price in your area, speak to one of our Care Services Specialists — we're open any time 24/7.
We also offer a complimentary Caring Consult™, where one of our Care Designers will help you determine the amount of care you may require. We'll work with you to balance your budget and needs to find a home care option for you.
