Dementia Therapists in Thornhill, ON
I am an accomplished and compassionate clinical social worker who has been practicing psychotherapy for over 25 years in various clinical settings. I bring a wide range of skilled approaches to therapy sessions, and have extensive experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and complex life situations. My fields of specialization include anxiety and depression, transitions across the life course, caregiving, chronic illness, dementia, grief and bereavement, family dynamics and school and workplace stress. I am licensed in the provinces of Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
I am an accomplished and compassionate clinical social worker who has been practicing psychotherapy for over 25 years in various clinical settings. I bring a wide range of skilled approaches to therapy sessions, and have extensive experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and complex life situations. My fields of specialization include anxiety and depression, transitions across the life course, caregiving, chronic illness, dementia, grief and bereavement, family dynamics and school and workplace stress. I am licensed in the provinces of Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Mindfulness Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Psyc, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Thornhill, ON L4J
Mindfulness based psychotherapy is a powerful approach to healing that is based on the ancient wisdom of how to work with our own minds. Mindfulness is defined by paying attention, with intention, in the present moment, without judgment. Clients who practice mindfulness skills share that their lives are more positive, they have an enhanced sense of well-being and better relationships all around. In Mindfulness Psychotherapy, I work with clients to support their development of moment-by-moment awareness by teaching a variety of skills and techniques, which will aid in their development.
Mindfulness based psychotherapy is a powerful approach to healing that is based on the ancient wisdom of how to work with our own minds. Mindfulness is defined by paying attention, with intention, in the present moment, without judgment. Clients who practice mindfulness skills share that their lives are more positive, they have an enhanced sense of well-being and better relationships all around. In Mindfulness Psychotherapy, I work with clients to support their development of moment-by-moment awareness by teaching a variety of skills and techniques, which will aid in their development.
Asking for help takes a lot of courage and is the first step towards making a positive change in one’s life. With each and every client I work with, I use a non-judgmental, inclusive, person-centred approach to care. I specialize in helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, and relationship issues. While some problems may seem insurmountable right now, I am here to help you break them down into achievable goals and develop strategies to better cope with the challenges you are facing.
Asking for help takes a lot of courage and is the first step towards making a positive change in one’s life. With each and every client I work with, I use a non-judgmental, inclusive, person-centred approach to care. I specialize in helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, and relationship issues. While some problems may seem insurmountable right now, I am here to help you break them down into achievable goals and develop strategies to better cope with the challenges you are facing.
Homaira Ghazvini Nejad- Rp (Qualifying)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L3T
Happiness is a direction, not a place. I am experienced in providing counselling services for individuals, families and couples with anxiety, OCD, anger, depression, bereavement (grief) and PTSD issues. I can help the clients to learn or improve their communication skills, and marital conflict solution strategies. Pre-marriage and marriage, infidelity, and divorce counselling services are provided. Play therapy will be provided for children with behavioural problems.
Happiness is a direction, not a place. I am experienced in providing counselling services for individuals, families and couples with anxiety, OCD, anger, depression, bereavement (grief) and PTSD issues. I can help the clients to learn or improve their communication skills, and marital conflict solution strategies. Pre-marriage and marriage, infidelity, and divorce counselling services are provided. Play therapy will be provided for children with behavioural problems.
Enter a place of hope, non- judgment, and solutions. I will assist you concretely, to explore issues, learn lessons, empower yourself and create the life journey of your dreams. My intervention draws upon over 30 years of clinical experience and encompasses Solution Focused, Insight Oriented, EMDR, CBT and many other proven techniques and therapeutic approaches. I am a cancer survivor and can 100% help you transform "fear" to "faith". With your physical conditions, addictions, anxiety/panic, depression, trauma, marital, divorce relationship and other issues, you will see that your past, internal dialogue, thoughts and communication skills are key.
Enter a place of hope, non- judgment, and solutions. I will assist you concretely, to explore issues, learn lessons, empower yourself and create the life journey of your dreams. My intervention draws upon over 30 years of clinical experience and encompasses Solution Focused, Insight Oriented, EMDR, CBT and many other proven techniques and therapeutic approaches. I am a cancer survivor and can 100% help you transform "fear" to "faith". With your physical conditions, addictions, anxiety/panic, depression, trauma, marital, divorce relationship and other issues, you will see that your past, internal dialogue, thoughts and communication skills are key.
Wendy Mae Kirk
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, CIT, RLT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L3T
I am a Sex Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Imago Therapist and Relational Life Therapist. I have been working with clients of various ages since 1996, providing support, direction, helping them make good decisions for their lives, as well as helping them heal from painful experiences in the past. I design a personalized, bespoke program of therapy, tailored to each person's individual needs. I work with clients that want to move forward into a healthier way of living, relating and becoming the best that they can be. I have personal experience with spoon therapy. For more information, please visit my website.
I am a Sex Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Imago Therapist and Relational Life Therapist. I have been working with clients of various ages since 1996, providing support, direction, helping them make good decisions for their lives, as well as helping them heal from painful experiences in the past. I design a personalized, bespoke program of therapy, tailored to each person's individual needs. I work with clients that want to move forward into a healthier way of living, relating and becoming the best that they can be. I have personal experience with spoon therapy. For more information, please visit my website.
Coming from a humanistic perspective, I'm interested in helping people who are on a journey towards self- discovery. They are interested in better understanding themselves and the problems they face. They are open to challenging themselves and working collaboratively to address any concerns they may have.
Coming from a humanistic perspective, I'm interested in helping people who are on a journey towards self- discovery. They are interested in better understanding themselves and the problems they face. They are open to challenging themselves and working collaboratively to address any concerns they may have.
Danielle Lancaster
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MCouns, GIT, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L3T (Online Only)
Welcome! As a dedicated trauma therapist I specialize in guiding individuals through the transformative journey of recovering from loss and past wounds. With empathy and evidence based techniques, I aim to create a safe space for healing. I want to help you navigate the complexities of trauma so as to rediscover resilience. Let's work together to find freedom from the impact of past experiences and empower to you move forward with strength and resilience.
Welcome! As a dedicated trauma therapist I specialize in guiding individuals through the transformative journey of recovering from loss and past wounds. With empathy and evidence based techniques, I aim to create a safe space for healing. I want to help you navigate the complexities of trauma so as to rediscover resilience. Let's work together to find freedom from the impact of past experiences and empower to you move forward with strength and resilience.
Pamela Li, Psychotherapist
Registered Psychotherapist, DTATI, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thornhill, ON L3T (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Everyone has the potential to improve, make positive changes, and discover new possibilities at any stage of their lives. Are you looking for ways to alleviate negative thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours that are blocking you from achieving your goals? Do you need an outlet to effectively express your thoughts and feelings that are difficult to put into words? I will work with you to help you create personalized goals, explore your potential, and build on your inner strengths to lead an enhanced quality of life.
Everyone has the potential to improve, make positive changes, and discover new possibilities at any stage of their lives. Are you looking for ways to alleviate negative thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours that are blocking you from achieving your goals? Do you need an outlet to effectively express your thoughts and feelings that are difficult to put into words? I will work with you to help you create personalized goals, explore your potential, and build on your inner strengths to lead an enhanced quality of life.
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My intention, using a client centered approach, is to empower so you can self monitor with self awareness. I can assist you in coping through a variety of situational loss circumstances such as health decline, family illness, death, job loss, financial loss, aging, divorce – with a specialty in assisting caregivers of family members living with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other ongoing serious condition. I've written 2 books specifically to assist family caregivers & the professionals who service them, "Caregiving with Strength" and "Keeping It Together: How to Cope as a Family Caregiver without Losing Your Sanity", a hands-on guide.
My intention, using a client centered approach, is to empower so you can self monitor with self awareness. I can assist you in coping through a variety of situational loss circumstances such as health decline, family illness, death, job loss, financial loss, aging, divorce – with a specialty in assisting caregivers of family members living with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other ongoing serious condition. I've written 2 books specifically to assist family caregivers & the professionals who service them, "Caregiving with Strength" and "Keeping It Together: How to Cope as a Family Caregiver without Losing Your Sanity", a hands-on guide.
As a mental health survivor, person living with autism, caregiver to those living with dementia, autism, mental health, and intellectual disabilities I have a personal understanding of many struggles many face.
As individuals living in an often harsh world, often pushed to and fro from external and internal influences, we all will need at some point an anchor to ground ourselves. It should be the right of every individual to have the firm foundation to build on and achieve their greatest potential. We know that we can not grow to become our best selves in a vacuum. Just as building a strong foundation for a building required a group of skilled artisans so too do we as individuals need a strong skilled support network as none of us can succeed alone.
As a mental health survivor, person living with autism, caregiver to those living with dementia, autism, mental health, and intellectual disabilities I have a personal understanding of many struggles many face.
As individuals living in an often harsh world, often pushed to and fro from external and internal influences, we all will need at some point an anchor to ground ourselves. It should be the right of every individual to have the firm foundation to build on and achieve their greatest potential. We know that we can not grow to become our best selves in a vacuum. Just as building a strong foundation for a building required a group of skilled artisans so too do we as individuals need a strong skilled support network as none of us can succeed alone.
I work with adults of all backgrounds and ages, and have particular experience with older adults and people from international backgrounds.
I believe that people are inherently healthy and resilient, and capable of recovering from areas where they may be stuck by finding new insights, knowledge and tools. I see my role as helping people find their way through mental health challenges, challenges with family relationships or with work, struggles with chronic illness, loss and grief, or through life transitions to see their highest potential.
I work with adults of all backgrounds and ages, and have particular experience with older adults and people from international backgrounds.
I believe that people are inherently healthy and resilient, and capable of recovering from areas where they may be stuck by finding new insights, knowledge and tools. I see my role as helping people find their way through mental health challenges, challenges with family relationships or with work, struggles with chronic illness, loss and grief, or through life transitions to see their highest potential.
I specialize working with young adults and seniors. As a therapist, my goal is to make sure you are provided with a comfortable and empathetic environment, built on trust and transparency. I use a collaborative therapeutic approach, and I work with you to develop an action plan; integrating evidence-based practices that suit your needs. Therapy is not a “one-size-fits-all” method, and so working together to find what works best is key.
I specialize working with young adults and seniors. As a therapist, my goal is to make sure you are provided with a comfortable and empathetic environment, built on trust and transparency. I use a collaborative therapeutic approach, and I work with you to develop an action plan; integrating evidence-based practices that suit your needs. Therapy is not a “one-size-fits-all” method, and so working together to find what works best is key.
Do you, or someone you care about, live with chronic pain, chronic illness, or disability? Life can be altered dramatically by illness, injury, loss, and so much more. And change that feels out of our control is HARD! Whether you are trying to find yourself, find peace, or find joy, it can help to talk with someone. I offer a compassionate space for all people, regardless of ability, race, religion, ethnicity, gender, or sexuality. I take an anti-oppressive, anti-ableist, and trauma informed approach to therapy to ensure that everyone has a place where they can feel heard without fear of judgement.
Do you, or someone you care about, live with chronic pain, chronic illness, or disability? Life can be altered dramatically by illness, injury, loss, and so much more. And change that feels out of our control is HARD! Whether you are trying to find yourself, find peace, or find joy, it can help to talk with someone. I offer a compassionate space for all people, regardless of ability, race, religion, ethnicity, gender, or sexuality. I take an anti-oppressive, anti-ableist, and trauma informed approach to therapy to ensure that everyone has a place where they can feel heard without fear of judgement.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L3T (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Michelle Factor
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Vaughan, ON L4J (Online Only)
Getting through long days and restless nights is often challenging and overwhelming. Feeling sad and alone? Lost and troubled? I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Join me in a supportive, compassionate, and safe space so we can take the journey together to rediscover your true self. With the right approach in the comfort of your own home, these daily battles can be overcome. Together we will find the right approach for you so that growth will occur in many positive ways. I work with adults of all ages. My modalities are mindfulness and acceptance cognitive behavior therapy and art therapy.
Getting through long days and restless nights is often challenging and overwhelming. Feeling sad and alone? Lost and troubled? I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Join me in a supportive, compassionate, and safe space so we can take the journey together to rediscover your true self. With the right approach in the comfort of your own home, these daily battles can be overcome. Together we will find the right approach for you so that growth will occur in many positive ways. I work with adults of all ages. My modalities are mindfulness and acceptance cognitive behavior therapy and art therapy.
Successful psychotherapy requires close cooperation between a client seeking change, and an experienced therapist/coach to facilitate that change. I work with individuals, couples, families and expatriates in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety and chemical dependency. I offer personalized treatment approaches from the fields of clinical counselling, organizational and occupational psychology as well as cognitive behavioral therapy. As a trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist, I also encourage lifestyle adjustments as part of a holistic treatment designed to help clients cope, and continue onto their path of recovery.
Successful psychotherapy requires close cooperation between a client seeking change, and an experienced therapist/coach to facilitate that change. I work with individuals, couples, families and expatriates in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety and chemical dependency. I offer personalized treatment approaches from the fields of clinical counselling, organizational and occupational psychology as well as cognitive behavioral therapy. As a trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist, I also encourage lifestyle adjustments as part of a holistic treatment designed to help clients cope, and continue onto their path of recovery.
Mehek Chaudhry
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MSc, HBSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4J (Online Only)
I am a passionate and dedicated registered psychotherapist (qualifying) who is committed to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues. I identify as a person of colour who can understand the challenges and struggles that arise from your worldviews and perspectives. You can expect to be welcomed into a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you will feel heard, seen, and accepted. I am sensitive to the unique challenges that individuals face.
I am a passionate and dedicated registered psychotherapist (qualifying) who is committed to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues. I identify as a person of colour who can understand the challenges and struggles that arise from your worldviews and perspectives. You can expect to be welcomed into a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you will feel heard, seen, and accepted. I am sensitive to the unique challenges that individuals face.
Bridge Dialogue offers EMDR and EFT
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, ON L4B
Life can have situations that may be difficult to cope and hard to find a way out. You have a choice to ask for help or try working on it on your own. It helps to know you have an opportunity to have a neutral party who is not in your circle and who can listen to your thoughts and feelings. A person who can help guide you through these difficult times at a pace that doesn't seem so overwhelming. Go ahead and give me a call, it may be a conversation that you feel needs to happen. I am a certified EMDR therapist and I provide assistance to Indigenous Peoples through NHIB. I provide EFCT and EFFT. EFT for couples and families.
Life can have situations that may be difficult to cope and hard to find a way out. You have a choice to ask for help or try working on it on your own. It helps to know you have an opportunity to have a neutral party who is not in your circle and who can listen to your thoughts and feelings. A person who can help guide you through these difficult times at a pace that doesn't seem so overwhelming. Go ahead and give me a call, it may be a conversation that you feel needs to happen. I am a certified EMDR therapist and I provide assistance to Indigenous Peoples through NHIB. I provide EFCT and EFFT. EFT for couples and families.
Are you experiencing a persistent low mood, feeling stuck, anxious and fearful or overwhelmed? Do you feel caught in repetitive patterns of thinking and behavior that prevent you from authentically expressing yourself and attaining your goals? Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief/loss, adjustment to a major life change or health concern, I will work collaboratively with you to help you improve your mood, increase your resilience and develop greater coping skills.
Are you experiencing a persistent low mood, feeling stuck, anxious and fearful or overwhelmed? Do you feel caught in repetitive patterns of thinking and behavior that prevent you from authentically expressing yourself and attaining your goals? Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief/loss, adjustment to a major life change or health concern, I will work collaboratively with you to help you improve your mood, increase your resilience and develop greater coping skills.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental, confidential environment to discuss your issues. As a registered psychotherapist and counsellor, I am mindful of early life experiences, family dynamics and parental relationships and recognize that these may be integral to your narrative. As an integrative psychotherapist, I use a variety of approaches and modalities. These can be discussed with you during the early stages of the counselling process or become a more organic experience as we begin working together.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental, confidential environment to discuss your issues. As a registered psychotherapist and counsellor, I am mindful of early life experiences, family dynamics and parental relationships and recognize that these may be integral to your narrative. As an integrative psychotherapist, I use a variety of approaches and modalities. These can be discussed with you during the early stages of the counselling process or become a more organic experience as we begin working together.
Tamara's Piano Studio and Music Therapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP ARCT, RMT BMT, MTA NMT
Verified Verified
Markham, ON L3T
Tamara’s Piano Studio and Music Therapy Services (TPSMTS) provides high quality Music Therapy Sessions and Music Lessons to individuals of all ages and abilities. We specialize in working with children and adolescents with neurological disorders and developmental delays. Our team caters to the client's strengths and needs by establishing rapport and developing lasting relationships, and presumes competence at all times. We provide individualized treatment plans and interventions within a highly nurturing, motivating, and encouraging musical environment.
Tamara’s Piano Studio and Music Therapy Services (TPSMTS) provides high quality Music Therapy Sessions and Music Lessons to individuals of all ages and abilities. We specialize in working with children and adolescents with neurological disorders and developmental delays. Our team caters to the client's strengths and needs by establishing rapport and developing lasting relationships, and presumes competence at all times. We provide individualized treatment plans and interventions within a highly nurturing, motivating, and encouraging musical environment.
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN PERSON AND REMOTELY** I pride myself in offering clients an approach that is dedicated to understanding their goals through a collaborative counselling experience. I create a safe and calm space to facilitate a strong therapeutic connection with clients. With gentle curiosity and openness, I invite clients to tell me about their world and experience, so I can learn from them. I believe that healing is possible for everyone and it is my joy to help a client unlock their full potential for happiness and health. It’s not about merely helping clients to survive the day to day but helping clients to thrive!
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN PERSON AND REMOTELY** I pride myself in offering clients an approach that is dedicated to understanding their goals through a collaborative counselling experience. I create a safe and calm space to facilitate a strong therapeutic connection with clients. With gentle curiosity and openness, I invite clients to tell me about their world and experience, so I can learn from them. I believe that healing is possible for everyone and it is my joy to help a client unlock their full potential for happiness and health. It’s not about merely helping clients to survive the day to day but helping clients to thrive!
Mary McClenaghan
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L3T
Do you feel like you are just existing in your life instead of truly living? Maybe you feel stuck, overwhelmed, isolated or alone even when you are surrounded by others. Many of us can feel uncomfortable with who we are and within our own lives. I truly believe that we all have the capacity and potential to have and live the life we want. I have extensive experience in working with clients to explore what is in the way of them having the life they hope for and specialize in how one's view of self can impact their ability to achieve what they want in either their personal or business relationships.
Do you feel like you are just existing in your life instead of truly living? Maybe you feel stuck, overwhelmed, isolated or alone even when you are surrounded by others. Many of us can feel uncomfortable with who we are and within our own lives. I truly believe that we all have the capacity and potential to have and live the life we want. I have extensive experience in working with clients to explore what is in the way of them having the life they hope for and specialize in how one's view of self can impact their ability to achieve what they want in either their personal or business relationships.
My ideal client is willing to engage in self-reflection, explore the deeper existential issues related to his/her predicament, and discover the pathways of actualizing his/her potential and dream. Such a client can be a new college graduate struggling for a better understanding of her self-identity or a senior questioning his life's meaning. The issues I am best suited to addressing are both the dark sides of the human condition-such as depression, anxiety, anger, loss, suffering, and death-and the bright sides of personal growth and flourishing.
My ideal client is willing to engage in self-reflection, explore the deeper existential issues related to his/her predicament, and discover the pathways of actualizing his/her potential and dream. Such a client can be a new college graduate struggling for a better understanding of her self-identity or a senior questioning his life's meaning. The issues I am best suited to addressing are both the dark sides of the human condition-such as depression, anxiety, anger, loss, suffering, and death-and the bright sides of personal growth and flourishing.
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Dementia Counsellors
Can dementia patients benefit from counselling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counselling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counsellors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counsellors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioural and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.