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COVID-19 Response

• Tax Clinic - suspended
• Community Laundry and Shower - suspended
• free daily bread available at the door as long as donations received

Regular Services
Accepts donations of non-perishable food items, baby formula, diapers, baby food and usable work boots

Back to Work Program

• provides new or gently used work boots to individuals who have legitimate work offers (boots and sizes as available), call for information
• usable work boots can be dropped off at the Bayside Mission Centre at any time

Bundle up Barrie Winter Clothing Campaign

• provides donated coats to the homeless and other individuals and families who do not have a warm coat for the winter
• Annual Campaign takes place in October
• donated coats can be dropped off at the Community and Family Services office at the Salvation Army Bayside Mission Centre, 16 Bayfield St, Barrie
• coats are distributed from the Community and Family Services office in October and November

Baby's Closet

• provides emergency assistance to parents with young children
• items such as diapers, formula, baby food, baby wipes, clothing and household items are available

ID Clinic

• Assists low income individuals in obtaining an Ontario Birth Certificate by appointment only

Family Tracing Service

• Provides information for persons wishing to trace missing relatives
• the individual must send the form to Salvation Army Family Tracings Service in Toronto
• see Family Tracing for more information

Community laundry and shower

Fresh Air Camp and Mom and Tots Camp

Christmas Assistance - see separate record

Programs for parents and caregivers of children prenatal to 6 years of age which can assist in their parenting or caregiving role. The centres also provide:

• access to play and inquiry based learning
• information on child development
• early learning activities
• parent education
• referrals to community resources
• nutrition information
• pre and post-natal resources

Satellite EarlyON Child and Family Centres are located in several communities across the County of Simcoe

All EarlyON Child and Family Centres offer regular Stay, Play and Learn hours where families can take an active role in their children's learning

For more information call the Alliston EarlyOn Child and Family Centre 705-435-4308

Programs for parents and caregivers of children prenatal to 6 years of age which can assist in their parenting or caregiving role. The centres also provide:

• access to play and inquiry based learning
• information on child development
• early learning activities
• parent education
• referrals to community resources
• nutrition information
• pre and post-natal resources

Satellite EarlyON Child and Family Centres are located in several communities across the County of Simcoe

All EarlyON Child and Family Centres offer regular Stay, Play and Learn hours where families can take an active role in their children's learning

For more information call the Alliston EarlyOn Child and Family Centre 705-435-4308

Offers families in need of emergency baby supplies such as:

• diapers
• formula
• baby food

COVID19 -- hampers of baby supplies and dropped off at clients' homes by appointment

Access gently used baby clothing, women's clothing, maternity clothing, children's toys and household items * food, diapers, baby food, formula, wipes and women's toiletries

Emergency food pantry service

• 10-14 day supply of food once a month, supply includes fresh produce, non-perishable items, baby needs, pet needs and toiletries
• may visit weekly if in need of baby supplies such as formula or diapers

Offers families in need of emergency baby supplies such as:

• diapers
• formula
• baby food

COVID-19 There is a small supply of diapers in all sizes available, please call in advance (705) 526-1300 extension 5250. Access to the hospital is restricted at this time.

Provides formula and a limited supply of diapers newborn and size one only, some clothing

Provides at no cost to families in need:

• formula
• baby food
• a limited supply of diapers sizes Newborn-6

Milk and Formula program provides emergency temporary assistance for families experiencing difficulties.

Milk coupons mailed monthly for a maximum of six months (subject to change). Formula to be picked up at church.

Due to high demand for program, applicants MUST be referred by a community professional to be eligible to receive assistance for this program.

Call office for more details.

This program assists aboriginal families to provide the best opportunities for healthy child development through home visits, service coordination, referrals to other service providers and a variety of participatory activities for parents and caregivers together with their children.

Also coordinates the Baby Needs Depot which provides emergency supplies of formula, baby food and diapers at no cost to families in need.

• client will receive prepackaged bundle of food
• grocery selection temporarily suspended

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Food bank

• one food order of 7-10 days supply of food every twenty-eight days
• diapers, food for infants aged 1 and under and pet food offered when available

COVID19 -- as per government guidelines

• Food Bank -- call to register, also distribution of personal care items, diapers, washable masks, baby food and cereal, accepting donations
• Domestic Violence -- coordinate pro bono virtual services with lawyers; online support and counselling via phone calls, emails and video; assistance with EI applications
• Senior Programs -- virtual fitness sessions, technology training

For general inquiries: info@ehcw.ca or maria@ehcw.ca
For settlement services and support with applications: nissa@ehcw.ca
For domestic abuse and counselling, support for youth, women and families: obioma@ehcw.ca
For programs and virtual exercise for seniors: yougeita@ehcw.ca; monica@ehcw.ca

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Newcomer Settlement Services - in groups or individually

• needs assessment
• orientation and overview of community and government services
• information and referral and to other service providers
• assistance in form completion and interpretation

Employment Programs including resume and cover letter writing, job search training, interview skills and mock interviews

Reduce Abuse and Freedom from Violence Projects

• counselling services for families
• group sessions and workshops at various locations

Connect Young -- anti-human trafficking program, group therapy/support and workshop series

Clothing Bank, Food -- call ahead to confirm food availability; member of North York Harvest, and support from Brands for Canada

Aging at Home -- recreational, cultural and educational services for seniors

Neighborhood Pod -- connection with community through community leaders

Youth Summer Programs -- recreational activities, leadership development, intergenerational activities for computer skills and gardening

COVID19 -- open * curbside pick up * after email registration, volunteers will email with a pick up time * pre-approved walk ins call ahead * must bring own bags

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Perishable and non-perishable food * personal products such as shampoo and soap * cleaning products * baby items including formula, diapers, blankets, clothes * linens and household items * clothing * back to school supplies * Christmas assistance

Food bank

• walk-ins welcome
• member of North York Harvest Food Bank and Second Harvest Food Bank
• formula and diapers depending on availablity

Community outreach and support

• food bank
• diapers, formula, baby care products
• social programs
• children's programs
• Christmas hampers
• Winter Coat Program

Emergency food bank; availability of baby formula, baby food, and diapers dependent on supply; availability of gently used infant/children's clothing and household items dependent on donations, referral available to other community resources

Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and in partnership with various community agencies

Organization has resumed operations at the office post-COVID and clients are welcome to the organization for one-on-one appointments.
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Advances the dignity and well being of children and their families affected by HIV/AIDS by providing:

• practical support including access to infant formula, diapers, Welcome Baby Bag, food hampers, grocery vouchers, TTC tokens for medical appointments, new winter clothing, toys and gift cards for children and youth
• counselling and case management, family and child support groups, external referrals, and resources for children and their families around HIV
• overnight camp for children

COVID19 Modified services via phone, email, video calling, or screened on-site services by appointment with enhanced safety protocols

Health Centre
Nurses or nurse practitioners available for phone consultations and referrals, or by appointment; urgent psychiatry visits can be arranged; call 416-929-9614 ext 2238 or email healthcentre@ysm.ca

Mental Health Services
Telephone counselling by appointment, call Nazreth 416-929-9614 ext 2269 or email nmebrahtu@ysm.ca

Nursery
Appointments available for supplies for young families in need; current registered families may receive a 2 week supply of child supplies, to coordinate pick up call Ruth 416-929-9614 ext 2232 or email rroblin@ysm.ca

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Health Services
Including primary medical care, dental care, check ups, lab tests (including HIV testing), referrals, and ID replacement; no Ontario Health Insurance or identification required; child care available

• access to diapers, formula, baby food
• birth control, pregnancy tests
• prenatal care, perinatal services
• prenatal and parenting classes
• immunization
• optometry, eye glasses
• chiropractor, physiotherapist, naturopath, psychiatrist
• addictions counselling
• traditional Chinese medicine
• foot care, socks and shoes
• health education and counselling on health issues

Food bank includes 2-3 days supply of unprepared, non-perishable food, appointment required

• grocery bags available once every 2 weeks by family size
• assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm wear
• Cornerstone Families and Bridges assists adults with grocery bags via Care Managers
• call 416-929-9614 ext 3200 to book appointment

Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)

Take-away meals (Tuesday and Thursday 4 pm-5 pm) and assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm wear

Food Bank by appointment, Tue-Fri 10 am-12 noon, 1 pm-3 pm (see separate listing)

Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)