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Senior services in Etobicoke: programs, transit and support

Etobicoke has more support for older adults than many families realize, from free helplines and adult day programs to accessible transit. Here is a practical guide from the home care team based on Albion Road.

AH Artistic Home Care teamEtobicoke, Toronto Published 19 Oct 20264 min read
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Key takeaways

  • The Toronto Seniors Helpline (416-217-2077) is free and connects people 55+ to services.
  • 211 Ontario lists community, social and health services, by phone or online.
  • ESS Support Services runs an adult day program in South Etobicoke.
  • TTC Wheel-Trans eligibility is based on functional need, not age.
  • Ontario Health atHome (310-2222) arranges publicly funded home care.

1. Where to start: free phone lines

  • Toronto Seniors Helpline: 416-217-2077 or 1-877-621-2077. Free information, referrals and crisis support for people aged 55 and over and those caring for them. Open weekdays 9am to 8pm, and weekends and holidays 10am to 6pm.
  • 211 Ontario: call 211 for help finding community, social and government services near you.
  • Ontario Health atHome: call 310-2222 (no area code) to ask about publicly funded home care, day programs and long-term care applications. Our guide to public vs private home care explains how it works.
  • Health811: call 811 for free health advice from a registered nurse, any time.

2. Adult day programs and community support

Adult day programs give older adults a social day out and give family caregivers a break. In South Etobicoke, ESS Support Services (Etobicoke Services for Seniors) runs an adult day program at 525 Horner Avenue for frail older adults and people living with dementia, with activities, meals and escorted transportation. A daily fee applies, with subsidies for eligible participants. Call intake at 416-243-0127 ext 301.

Ask the Toronto Seniors Helpline or 211 about other programs close to you, such as seniors' groups at community centres, places of worship and cultural associations.

3. Getting around Etobicoke

  • TTC senior fares: riders aged 65 and over pay a reduced fare. Check the TTC website for current fares and how to pay with PRESTO.
  • Wheel-Trans: the TTC's door-to-door accessible service. Eligibility is based on functional ability rather than age, and you apply through the TTC.
  • Going with someone: for medical appointments, a caregiver or family member can help with getting in and out of vehicles, check-in and remembering what the doctor said.

4. Libraries and staying connected

Toronto Public Library branches across Etobicoke offer free programs, large-print books, audiobooks and computer help, and the library's Home Library Service can deliver materials to people who can't get to a branch. Regular outings, even a weekly library visit or a walk along the Humber River trails, help prevent the loneliness that often comes with giving up driving.

5. Hospitals and health care

Etobicoke is served by Etobicoke General Hospital (William Osler Health System) and Queensway Health Centre (Trillium Health Partners), among others. If your loved one is in hospital, start planning for home early with our hospital discharge checklist.

At home, simple changes prevent many injuries. Walk through our fall prevention checklist room by room.

6. Support for family caregivers

7. When you need care at home

Artistic Home Care is based at 1058A Albion Road, Etobicoke, and we provide home care from Mimico to Rexdale and across the GTA. Every plan starts with a free, no-obligation in-home consult and an assessment by our registered nurse. Visits start at 4 hours, we are available 24/7, and our caregivers speak English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.

See home care in Etobicoke and home care in Toronto, or explore senior home care, companionship care and dementia care. Call 437-985-6225 or book a free consult.

Frequently asked questions

Who do I call for help with an elderly parent in Etobicoke?

Start with the Toronto Seniors Helpline (416-217-2077) or 211 for local services, and Ontario Health atHome (310-2222) for publicly funded home care.

Are there adult day programs in Etobicoke?

Yes. ESS Support Services runs one at 525 Horner Avenue. Ask the Toronto Seniors Helpline about others near you.

Can seniors in Etobicoke get help with transportation?

TTC offers reduced senior fares, and Wheel-Trans provides accessible door-to-door rides for people who are eligible based on functional need. Some day programs include transportation.

Does Artistic Home Care serve all of Etobicoke?

Yes, from South Etobicoke to Rexdale, and across Toronto and the GTA.

Cover photo: Ronin on Unsplash

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Written by the Artistic Home Care team

We plan and coordinate in-home care for families across Toronto and the GTA from our office in Etobicoke. Questions about this guide? Call 437-985-6225.

Published 19 October 2026 · Last updated 19 October 2026

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