OUR ORGANIZATION

The WCA has a remarkable history as an independent group of women who came together to provide leadership in London 135 years ago.

Founded as the Women’s Christian Association in 1874, today’s WCA is a non-denominational, non-profit organization of women leaders dedicated to providing compassionate care for:

	Individuals with Alzheimer Disease or a related dementia and their caregivers:
	Individuals requiring long-term care:
	Individuals requiring emotional or psychological support as a result of a cancer diagnosis:

The WCA owns and operates McCormick Home, a 160-bed long-term care facility in London, Ontario, it founded and manages Alzheimer Outreach Services (AOS) in London and it operates Wellspring London and Region.

WCA’S ETHICAL FRAMEWORK

WCA is committed to providing and maintaining an organization that ensures a Code of Ethics that is consistent with its mission, vision and values.  WCA affirms that the conduct of all members of the WCA family is consistent with the above, and that residents/clients/members, staff, visitors, volunteers, program leaders, students, caregivers and service providers are all treated with dignity and respect.

Read Full WCA Ethical Framework Document

Download WCA Ethical Dilemma/Breach of Ethical Framework Identification Form