Clinical Manager
The clinical manager is responsible for the day to day operations of the unit regarding human resources, budget, supplies, and patient care. If a concern is not able to be addressed by the unit staff it can be brought to the managerâs attention.
Clinical Manager on GDU:
Sheri Horsburgh
905.430.4055 ext. 6145
Social Worker
The Social Worker is responsible for maintaining contact with the patient and family regarding our assessment, treatment/care plans, and discharge planning. The Social Worker will support the family in how to navigate through various systems in long-term care placement planning.
Social Worker on GPU:
Linda Kambourian
905.430.4055 ext. 6441
Geriatric Psychiatrist
The geriatric psychiatrist is a specialist physician with expertise in the interplay between aging, complex medical issues, mental illness, cognition and behaviour. They will consult on your loved one and work with the team to develop a comprehensive treatment plan including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic recommendations.
Geriatric Psychiatrists on GPU
Dr. Arany Shanmugalingam
905.430.4055 ext. 6218
Dr. Robyn Waxman
905.430.4055 ext. 6428
Dr. Nathan
905.430.4055 ext. 6025
Patient Care Facilitator
The patient care facilitator (or PCF) is a nurse who plays a key role in coordinating care within the treatment team and communicating with patients and their families. The PCF is available from 7:00am-3:00pm from Monday to Friday (excluding holidays).
Nurses and Patient Care Attendants
Nurses and patient care attendants work together to provide much of the daily care for patients on GTU. Nurses are responsible for ensuring the patientâs daily needs are met including medication administration, one-to-one support, and personal care of those patients requiring assistance.
Occupational Therapist
The Occupational Therapist (OT) works collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional team to assess and support the personâs day to day function in order to promote independence. The OT role can include addressing feeding and dressing skills, sensory needs, mobility, falls prevention, equipment needs and environmental modifications.
Recreation Therapist
The role of a Recreation Therapist (RT) is to assess, design, implement and evaluate therapeutic recreational programming for the patients on GTU. A variety of leisure opportunities are provided to engage individuals to achieve quality of life and optimal health.