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Care At Home - Meals Programs - Congregate Dining
Georgetown: 1-866-920-6502 Oakville: 1-866-844-0252
Office: Georgetown: 905-873-6502
Acton: 519-853-3310
Oakville: 905-844-0252
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Provides a variety of meals, and the opportunity to make new friends in designated seniors apartment buildings in Georgetown and Acton * meal dates and sign-up sheets are posted for residents in each building
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Care At Home - Meals Programs - Hot and Frozen Meals
Georgetown: 1-866-920-6502 Oakville: 1-866-844-0252
Office: Georgetown: 905-873-6502
Acton: 519-853-3310
Oakville: 905-844-0252
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Program enables older adults and adults with a disability to have access to affordable meals in their home * meals include hot meals (Meals on Wheels), frozen meals (Meals on Ice), volunteers taking people to a local restaurant (Wheels to Meals), and Congregate Dining (designated seniors apartment buildings in Acton and georgetown)
Meals on Wheels - Hot or chilled meals delivered by volunteers at lunch Mon-Fri * special diet types available * nutritionally balanced meals * frozen meals can be delivered along with lunch * planned and prepared by certified cooks at Allendale
Meals on Ice - Frozen meal packages delivered by volunteers * orders are required by Fri at 12 noon for Thu delivery to one's home or for pick up at the office * clients choose from a menu or can choose standard packages * special diet types available * entrees, soup/dessert packages also available * available on a weekly basis through the supplier Apetito * suitable meals for diabetic, low fat and or low sodium diets and other special meals
Wheels to Meals - Luncheons held twice a month at a local restaurant, church or community hall * opportunity to get out and socialize with friends * the cost varies by location * transportation is provided by volunteers for a minimal fee
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COVID-19 -- No change
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Provides hot or frozen, ready to serve nutritious meals
Meals are kept warm in heat insulated containers and are delivered daily by volunteer drivers Mon-Fri 11:30 am-1 pm (order 24 hours in advance)
Meals are prepared in Peel Manor under the direction of a dietician, special dietary needs are available as per client request, frozen meals also available
Additional meals for Saturday, Sunday and Monday holidays available and delivered on the Friday before the weekend, these include either hot or frozen meals
Deadline to order Frozen Meal Program service is Tuesday at 1 pm -- all frozen meals are delivered every Friday 9 am-11 am
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Provides hot or frozen, ready to serve nutritious meals
Meals are kept warm in heat insulated containers and are delivered daily by volunteer drivers Mon-Fri 11:30 am-1 pm (order 24 hours in advance)
Meals are prepared in Peel Manor under the direction of a dietician, special dietary needs are available as per client request, frozen meals also available
Additional meals for Saturday, Sunday and Monday holidays available and delivered on the Friday before the weekend, these include either hot or frozen meals
Deadline to order Frozen Meal Program service is Tuesday at 1 pm -- all frozen meals are delivered every Friday 9 am-11 am
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How to Find - Help for Seniors
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This listing gives an overview of programs and services available to older adults, and is also an index to related listings in this directory
* for comprehensive information, please see the Halton Seniors' Services Directory here
FOOD
Community Meals: programs that organize suppers, lunches or other get-togethers that give community residents an opportunity to meet one another in a friendly and informal atmosphere
* see list of providers here
Grocery Delivery: organizations that accept online and/or telephone orders and deliver food and household supplies to the homes of people who are unable to go out and shop on their own behalf or food pantries that deliver to people with illnesses, disabilities, transportation issues or other extenuating circumstances which prevent them from picking it up
* see list of providers here
Meal Delivery Providers: programs that prepare and regularly deliver meals to older adults, people with disabilities and others who have difficulties shopping and/or preparing food for themselves
* see list of providers here
HOUSING
Affordable Housing and Help for Rent, Utilities or Property Taxes: information on programs that make rental housing more readily available to low-income individuals, programs that provide financial assistance for people who are at risk for having their utilities shut off, and programs that provide financial assistance to enable people to pay all or a portion of their property taxes
* see separate listing here
Long-Term Care Homes: inpatient health care facilities that provide nursing and personal care over an extended period of time
* for full list see here
Retirement Homes: residential facilities, apartments and/or planned communities for older adults, people with disabilities or other populations that are available at market rates and designed to enable those who are eligible to have a form of independent living in a secure environment while sharing common interests and having access to supportive services
* for full list see here
IN HOME ASSISTANCE
For individual types of services, such as shopping assistance, home maintenance, housekeeping assistance, personal care and yard maintenance, see here (in each category, click 'View Programs and Services' to see all providers)
Some personal care is available for free under Ontario's health care system, by applying to your local Home and Community Care Support Services
* for contact details see full listings here
Veterans Affairs Canada provides funding for eligible veterans to help pay for the cost of in-home care and housekeeping/home maintenance services
* see separate listings here
Assistive Devices Program: programs that pay all or a portion of the costs associated with acquiring assistive technology products and/or obtaining support services such as customization, fit/modification services or repairs
* see separate listings for the Assistive Devices Program and March of Dimes
Friendly Outreach Programs: programs that reach out to people who are hospitalized or in another institutional setting, are socially isolated due to disability or old age, or otherwise lack companionship with the objective of brightening their day and helping them to maintain contact with the outside world
* for full list see here
Homebound Services: services that are provided in-home for Individuals are unable to leave their homes because of illness, disability or frailty
* see list of providers here
Personal Alarm Systems and Locator Aids: programs that provide electronic equipment which connects people with sources of emergency assistance or that facilitate the ability of caregivers to determine the whereabouts of people who have Alzheimer's disease or other similar conditions
* see list of providers here
INCOME SUPPORT
Income Programs and Financial Assistance: information on income supports and benefits from federal, provincial or territorial governments
* see separate listing here
Ontario Drug Benefit Program: program that pays all or a portion of the costs for prescription drugs required by people who meet eligibility requirements for the programs
* see separate listing here
LEGAL SERVICES
Legal Help and Information: information on programs that provide legal counselling and/or representation for low-income individuals who need assistance in routine legal matters
* see separate listing here
TAX ORGANIZATIONS AND SERVICES
Income Tax Clinics: programs that provide tax preparation services for people who meet income and/or other eligibility criteria
* see list of providers here
TRANSPORTATION
Disability Related Transportation: programs that provide transportation for purposes of shopping, banking, social events, medical appointments, getting to and from work, and similar activities for people with disabilities who need special accommodations and are unable to utilize other available means of transportation
* see list of providers here
Escort Programs: programs that accompany people who have limited mobility, cognitive impairments or other problems to specified local destinations and provide assistance which may include transportation or driving services, and assisting the individual to enter and leave the vehicle and buildings
* see list of providers here
Full-service Gas Stations: Burlington, Oakville
Local Bus Services:
* see list of providers here
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation: programs that provide transportation for medical appointments, trips from and between hospitals, to nursing homes or other special-care centres or for other non-emergency medical needs for individuals who, because of their physical condition, are unable to use other means of local transportation
* see list of providers here
Senior Driver Renewal Program: programs that evaluate the motor and cognitive functioning of elderly individuals or people with disabilities to determine the person's ability to drive
* see list of providers here
Taxi Services:
* see separate listing here
* for comprehensive information, please see the Halton Seniors' Services Directory here
FOOD
Community Meals: programs that organize suppers, lunches or other get-togethers that give community residents an opportunity to meet one another in a friendly and informal atmosphere
* see list of providers here
Grocery Delivery: organizations that accept online and/or telephone orders and deliver food and household supplies to the homes of people who are unable to go out and shop on their own behalf or food pantries that deliver to people with illnesses, disabilities, transportation issues or other extenuating circumstances which prevent them from picking it up
* see list of providers here
Meal Delivery Providers: programs that prepare and regularly deliver meals to older adults, people with disabilities and others who have difficulties shopping and/or preparing food for themselves
* see list of providers here
HOUSING
Affordable Housing and Help for Rent, Utilities or Property Taxes: information on programs that make rental housing more readily available to low-income individuals, programs that provide financial assistance for people who are at risk for having their utilities shut off, and programs that provide financial assistance to enable people to pay all or a portion of their property taxes
* see separate listing here
Long-Term Care Homes: inpatient health care facilities that provide nursing and personal care over an extended period of time
* for full list see here
Retirement Homes: residential facilities, apartments and/or planned communities for older adults, people with disabilities or other populations that are available at market rates and designed to enable those who are eligible to have a form of independent living in a secure environment while sharing common interests and having access to supportive services
* for full list see here
IN HOME ASSISTANCE
For individual types of services, such as shopping assistance, home maintenance, housekeeping assistance, personal care and yard maintenance, see here (in each category, click 'View Programs and Services' to see all providers)
Some personal care is available for free under Ontario's health care system, by applying to your local Home and Community Care Support Services
* for contact details see full listings here
Veterans Affairs Canada provides funding for eligible veterans to help pay for the cost of in-home care and housekeeping/home maintenance services
* see separate listings here
Assistive Devices Program: programs that pay all or a portion of the costs associated with acquiring assistive technology products and/or obtaining support services such as customization, fit/modification services or repairs
* see separate listings for the Assistive Devices Program and March of Dimes
Friendly Outreach Programs: programs that reach out to people who are hospitalized or in another institutional setting, are socially isolated due to disability or old age, or otherwise lack companionship with the objective of brightening their day and helping them to maintain contact with the outside world
* for full list see here
Homebound Services: services that are provided in-home for Individuals are unable to leave their homes because of illness, disability or frailty
* see list of providers here
Personal Alarm Systems and Locator Aids: programs that provide electronic equipment which connects people with sources of emergency assistance or that facilitate the ability of caregivers to determine the whereabouts of people who have Alzheimer's disease or other similar conditions
* see list of providers here
INCOME SUPPORT
Income Programs and Financial Assistance: information on income supports and benefits from federal, provincial or territorial governments
* see separate listing here
Ontario Drug Benefit Program: program that pays all or a portion of the costs for prescription drugs required by people who meet eligibility requirements for the programs
* see separate listing here
LEGAL SERVICES
Legal Help and Information: information on programs that provide legal counselling and/or representation for low-income individuals who need assistance in routine legal matters
* see separate listing here
TAX ORGANIZATIONS AND SERVICES
Income Tax Clinics: programs that provide tax preparation services for people who meet income and/or other eligibility criteria
* see list of providers here
TRANSPORTATION
Disability Related Transportation: programs that provide transportation for purposes of shopping, banking, social events, medical appointments, getting to and from work, and similar activities for people with disabilities who need special accommodations and are unable to utilize other available means of transportation
* see list of providers here
Escort Programs: programs that accompany people who have limited mobility, cognitive impairments or other problems to specified local destinations and provide assistance which may include transportation or driving services, and assisting the individual to enter and leave the vehicle and buildings
* see list of providers here
Full-service Gas Stations: Burlington, Oakville
Local Bus Services:
* see list of providers here
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation: programs that provide transportation for medical appointments, trips from and between hospitals, to nursing homes or other special-care centres or for other non-emergency medical needs for individuals who, because of their physical condition, are unable to use other means of local transportation
* see list of providers here
Senior Driver Renewal Program: programs that evaluate the motor and cognitive functioning of elderly individuals or people with disabilities to determine the person's ability to drive
* see list of providers here
Taxi Services:
* see separate listing here
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Offers a variety of frozen soups, meals, and desserts delivered directly to the client's home depending on specific postal codes * some conditions may apply regarding delivery * also accept Veterans Affair Allowances
- caters to special dietary requirements including gluten-free, diabetic, low fat, low sodium and lactose free
- free delivery
- no minimum order
- no obligation
- menus available online or call to request a brochure
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COVID19 -- mobile food delivery services will continue for seniors and persons with disabilities only
Good Neighbour Program
Kids Breakfast Club Mon-Sun 7 am-8:30 am
Seniors Café Mon-Fri 8:30 am-10 am -- breakfast, followed by light exercise and music therapy
Good Neighbour Program
- free bread and baked goods donated by local grocery stores
- delivery to vulnerable seniors and low-income families in high needs neighbourhoods
Kids Breakfast Club Mon-Sun 7 am-8:30 am
Seniors Café Mon-Fri 8:30 am-10 am -- breakfast, followed by light exercise and music therapy
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How to Find - Food Banks & Community Meals
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This listing summarizes all food bank and meal programs in Milton
- some may require proof of residency or income, see each listing for details
- all community meals are free and open to everyone, unless otherwise specified
It is recommended you contact the service agency first, to confirm hours and whether an appointment is required. For more details regarding each program, view the individual listing.
Food Banks and Additional Support
Salvation Army, Khi Community
- 820 Nipissing Rd, Unit 4
- continues to distribute food through a Drive-Thru format
- existing food appointments will continue as scheduled, call 905-875-1022 to book your next food appointment
- first time food appointments, call 905-749-4714 to register and book a food appointment
- provides referral to Infant Food Bank at Milton Community Resource Centre, contact through email info@khicommunity.com or call 905-875-1022
- view listing
Milton Public Library, Beaty Branch
- 945 Fourth Line
- Community Fridge, Food for Life Program
- good food bags are available via Curbside Collection during Beaty Branch Open Hours
- please email information@beinspired.ca call 905-875-2665 ext 3292
- view listing
Milton Bible Church
- 121 Chisholm Drive, Milton
- 905-876-3586
- Food for Life Program Thu 12 noon-1 pm, operating as a drive-through program with no need to get out of your vehicle
- view listing
Syyidah Aysha Centre
- 50 Steeles Ave E, Unit 23
- Mon-Thu, 1 pm-5 pm, Sat & Sun 10 am-6 pm
- Milton Halal Food Bank
- offering contactless pick-up and delivery
- to setup an appointment for pick-up or drop-off, please call or message 647-470-3499 or 647-250-5512
- view listing
Tremaine Market
- Country Heritage Park
- 8560 Tremaine Rd., South Entrance
- Wed, 1 pm - 6 pm (No appointment needed)
- Bring your own shopping bags
- For inquiries: tremainemarket@foodforlife.ca
- view listing
Milton Community Resource Centre
- 410 Bronte Street
- Community Fridge, Food for Life Program
- Mon-Fri 8 am - 4 pm
- good food bags available by calling 905-876-1244 to schedule a pickup
- view listing
Food for Life - Delivery Program
- available to those who are isolating/quarantined for medical reasons, and/or seniors who have been told to stay at home
- individuals are welcome to reach out to 905-635-1106 ext 7, or goodfood@foodforlife.ca, where staff will discuss their situation, and direct them to the most appropriate food resource
- view listing
Society of St Vincent de Paul
- refer to the Halton Council website to find which conference will help (organized geographically) and contact that conference directly
- view listing
Canadian Muslim Response Network
- designed to especially help those who may be more vulnerable to the COVID-19 virus and to the effects of self-isolation
- delivering various kits containing essential groceries, as well as hygiene and sanitation products, to seniors and families in dire needs
- if you require help during the COVID-19 crisis, or know someone who does, click here
- view website
Meal Delivery
Programs that prepare and regularly deliver meals to older adults, people with disabilities and others who have difficulties shopping and/or preparing food for themselves or traveling to a site where a meal is being served
- For a list of meal delivery services serving Milton, see here
Ontario Community Support Association
- helping isolated, low-income seniors and people with disabilities and chronic medical conditions across Ontario get meals, groceries, medicine and other essentials to stay safe at home during COVID-19
- delivery of nutritious meals accompanied by a safety check
- delivery of supplies such as groceries or prescription medication
- for more information, see here
- view listing
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A recreation centre for older adults, providing programs promoting physical, social and emotional well-being
Programs include:
- fitness
- dance
- art & crafts
- general interest programs
- special events
- guest speakers
- income tax program for members
Facility includes:
- auditorium
- multi-purpose room
- activity rooms
- cafeteria
- library/lounge
- billiard room
Lunch Counter (Wednesdays)
- hot lunch including entree, dessert and beverage for $10 (members), $12 (non-members)
- Pre-Registration required, no refunds
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Hot meals - available Mon-Fri and delivered between 11am-1pm * meals are $6 and include a soup and salad, bread and crackers, entree and dessert * special diet types available * can receive meals for a short duration if recuperating from illness or longer as needed
Frozen Meal Service - Frozen meal packages are delivered * clients choose from a menu or can choose standard packages * two companies (Apetito and Allendale) provide food * meals sold in bulk and need to be ordered by noon on Wednesday for a Friday delivery * orders can be done once a week or once a year * program designed for either daily meals or occasionally
Congregate Dining - Residents to meet in a common room for a lunch with main entree, soup and dessert
Grocery Program - Offers items that can be delivered as a supplement to the meals program
Volunteer opportunities available
Frozen Meal Service - Frozen meal packages are delivered * clients choose from a menu or can choose standard packages * two companies (Apetito and Allendale) provide food * meals sold in bulk and need to be ordered by noon on Wednesday for a Friday delivery * orders can be done once a week or once a year * program designed for either daily meals or occasionally
Congregate Dining - Residents to meet in a common room for a lunch with main entree, soup and dessert
Grocery Program - Offers items that can be delivered as a supplement to the meals program
Volunteer opportunities available
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Community service that offers affordable, nutritious hot meals by volunteers * delivers 5 days a week, Mon-Fri (except statutory holidays) * meals are prepared in government-inspected kitchens by volunteers or under contract between VON and commercial or institutional kitchens * meals can be adapted to the unique dietary needs of each client * volunteer opportunities available
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COVID19 -- meals on wheels, in home nursing and personal support open * call or visit website for updates on other programs
Community Support -- congregate dining * volunteer visiting for seniors and adults with a disability or mental health issues * supportive housing * S.M.A.R.T. (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) Enhanced
Supports for daily living -- personal support and homemaking * care coordination * security and reassurance checks
Community Support -- congregate dining * volunteer visiting for seniors and adults with a disability or mental health issues * supportive housing * S.M.A.R.T. (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) Enhanced
Supports for daily living -- personal support and homemaking * care coordination * security and reassurance checks
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Organization's main objective is:
- to empower women from all walks of life not just to support themselves but also to help them mold and create a better society
- to build meaningful partnerships and strongly connected collaborative networks through connecting neighbors and facilitating outreach to eliminate stereotypes
- in partnership with Food For Life, prepare Halal meals for families in need of additional food support
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COVID19 -- meal delivery continuing
Home delivery of Punjabi vegetarian meals -- up to 5 meals delivered once a week on Saturday or Sunday
- minimum of 5 meals each week per client
- taking new clients during COVID
Home delivery of Punjabi vegetarian meals -- up to 5 meals delivered once a week on Saturday or Sunday
- also reassurance phone calls, friendly visits
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COVID-19 -- maintain all essential services including supportive housing, assisted living, home care, transportation for essential visits, providing hot meals, frozen meals and food hampers to seniors and people needing isolation
Adult Day Program -- Monday-Friday 9:30 am-3:30 pm, weekday extended hours, Saturday 10 am-3 pm, available in Scarborough and Richmond Hill
Geriatric Assessment & Intervention Network (GAIN) Community Team -- wrap around supported care and services with individualized comprehensive geriatric assessment, intensive case management, personalized care plan, service navigation
Home care services -- home help, homemaking, respite care, palliative care -- fee
Personal Care Program -- for seniors living in the community requiring higher level of care, care coordination, scheduled and unscheduled personal support workers' visit, security check
Integrated Dialysis Care Program -- Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses visit home peritoneal dialysis patients at their home, health maintenance, nutritional counselling
Wellness and Social Program -- social, recreational and educational programs for persons 50 years and older, drop-in centre, friendship groups, interest classes, outings
- Transitional Care Centre -- regular service, visits (in person for family and caregiver with appointment)
- also available via phone/virtually telephone reassurance, supportive counselling and service coordination
- Family Health Organization, GAIN Community Team
- Adult Day Program -- in person and virtual care
- Diabetes Education Program -- assessment, consultation, group education
- Wellness and Community Development Program -- in person and virtual platform
- Vocational Training Centre -- in person and virtual platform
Adult Day Program -- Monday-Friday 9:30 am-3:30 pm, weekday extended hours, Saturday 10 am-3 pm, available in Scarborough and Richmond Hill
- for persons 55 years and older with special needs, such as physical frailty or mild memory impairment, in need of supervised, structured setting
- social and recreation activities, lunch, snack, personal care and health related services -- exercise, foot care, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, massage therapy
- transportation available
- public education, seminars, workshops, information and referral
- individual counselling with nurse, dietitian and social worker
- health and education workshops, seminars
- caregiver education and support, information and referral
- workshop licensed by Self-Management Resource Centre
- caregiver support, volunteer development
- congregate dining -- fee, subsidies available
- transportation -- fee
- referrals, follow up
Geriatric Assessment & Intervention Network (GAIN) Community Team -- wrap around supported care and services with individualized comprehensive geriatric assessment, intensive case management, personalized care plan, service navigation
Home care services -- home help, homemaking, respite care, palliative care -- fee
Personal Care Program -- for seniors living in the community requiring higher level of care, care coordination, scheduled and unscheduled personal support workers' visit, security check
Integrated Dialysis Care Program -- Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses visit home peritoneal dialysis patients at their home, health maintenance, nutritional counselling
Wellness and Social Program -- social, recreational and educational programs for persons 50 years and older, drop-in centre, friendship groups, interest classes, outings
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Multi-service agency that serves community members in need by providing hunger and illness relief services, counselling, transportation assistance, recreational programs, and other forms of aid to improve their quality of life. Also offers information on available services, community outreach and liaison with related organizations, transportation, and volunteer opportunities. Services in Rockwood include:
Seniors' Services
Seniors' Services
- Adult Day Program (transportation provided to Erin Centre 2000)
- health clinics: hearing clinics, foot care clinics, information sessions (call 519-833-0087)
- for eligible adults 18+ years of age
- services are dependent on volunteer availability
- government forms and program information, information on community services and leisure activities, advocacy, assistance with form filling, caregiver support and information, annual income tax clinics; referrals to other services
- assists residents of Guelph-Eramosa Township and Town of Erin in need of emergency food supplies
- Holiday Hamper program provides festive food and groceries, and gifts for children and family members
- Backpack Program
- EWCS Food Bank maintains many community partnerships (e.g. schools, churches, social clubs)
- sells gently used, seasonal clothing accessories, shoes and books
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Iroquois Ridge Older Adults Centre
Office: Iroquois Ridge Older Adults Centre 905-338-4255 ;
Registration & inquiries 905-815-2000 Visit Website
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Located in the Iroquois Ridge Community Centre, the older adults room offers many programs and opportunity to socialize
For more information about programs or drop-ins, check out:
Also at this location:
- Friendship Luncheon, Thu 11 am-2:30 pm
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A charitable, not-for-profit, multi-service agency whose services help adults with a permanent disability and older adults live independently and safely in their homes * volunteer opportunities available
Services include:
Bathing assistance
- provides one bath per week in the home at no cost to older adults or adults with disabilities to reduce the risk of a fall
- service is provided by personal support worker (PSW) in the client's home
Home help
- staff provide housekeeping in the clients' home including vacuuming, cleaning kitchen and bathroom, laundry and grocery shopping
- companion/accompany to appointments via taxi/public transit (client covers cost)
- program fee is geared to income
Friendly Visiting and Calling
- a volunteer visits isolated or lonely seniors and adults with disabilities in their home to provide companionship and conversation
- regular phone calls to older adults and people with disabilities who live alone, to check on their health and safety
Home Maintenance and Repair:
- fee for service program provides qualified workers to do jobs inside and outside of the home
- jobs may include installing grab bars, grass and yard maintenance, snow removal, painting, window washing or seasonal housekeeping, odd jobs, minor home repairs
Caregiver Recharge / Respite
- relief for caregivers
- delivers flexible options to informal caregivers, providing worry-free in home relief with peace of mind that their loved one is being well cared for
- fee for service
- there are eligibility requirements to access this service that is provided at no cost
- respite program not available in Burlington
Community Navigation
- support older adults or adults with disabilities who may be at risk due to a critical or impending change in their life situation such as an upcoming eviction, facing homelessness, loss of financial income, or experiencing difficulties within their home setting such as abuse and isolation
- Community Navigator will meet with people and/or caregivers to work to support achieving goals of financial stability, housing stability and linking to supports and services, completing required forms, etc.
- provides in-home assessments to identify needs, facilitate access to information and community resources and develop short and long term plans
- no cost for this service
Hot and frozen meals (available in Halton Hills only)
- congregate dining * for older adults living in designated apartment buildings in Georgetown and Acton
- Wheels to Meals * held twice a month at a local restaurant, church or community hall providing an opportunity for seniors to get out and socialize with friends
- Meals on Ice * affordable frozen meals delivered by volunteers, or can be picked up at Links2Care offices
- Meals on Wheels * meals are delivered by volunteers at lunchtime Mon through Fri
Services and Programs:
- Acton
- Care At Home - Bathing Assistance
- Care At Home - Community Navigation
- Care At Home - Friendly Visiting and Calling
- Care At Home - Home Help
- Care At Home - Home Maintenance and Repair
- Care At Home - Relief for Caregivers
- Connection in Action
- Georgetown
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Advocates for senior citizens to municipal, provincial and federal governments and their departments
Drop-in Centre for seniors
Drop-in Centre for seniors
- lunch and refreshments available
- card games, book exchange, guest speakers, day trips
- computer learning sessions
- special occasion luncheons and annual Christmas Dinner
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Programs include
- Anger Management course
- trustee services
- seniors' program -- social interaction, including a light lunch and education on various relevant topics such as internet safety, food education
- Pathway of Hope program -- a holistic approach to end poverty one person/family at a time
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COVID-19 -- essential client visits only * maintaining rides to medical appointments and dialysis * community programs on hold
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- Support services for seniors
- congregate dining (transportation may be available)
- friendly visiting
- volunteer opportunities
- professional counselling and support to family members caring for a frail, disabled or at risk person
- support groups
- information and referral
- homemaking
- personal care
- respite care
- information and referral
- support for seniors to settle at home when discharged from William Osler Health Centre
- referrals to approved tradespersons for minor home repairs, painting, plumbing, small electrical repairs, lawn care
- home safety inspections
- support programs for South Asian seniors
- assistance with community issues
- workshops
- social groups
- consultation to primary care clinics, support agencies and caregivers providing service to older adults with cognitive impairment and associated responsive behaviours
- on-site personal care, homemaking, case coordination, 24 hour emergency response
- for eligible residents of designated buildings in Etobicoke, West Woodbridge and Brampton
- coordinating rides and helping clients access available transportation options
- case management for seniors living with mental health conditions
- in partnership with Reconnect Mental Health Services and Canadian Mental Health Association - Peel
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COVID19 -- Tue 12 noon-3 pm, Thu 12 noon-2 pm, frozen meals/take-out only
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Soup kitchen with hot meals, meals on wheels delivery
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Soup kitchen with hot meals, meals on wheels delivery
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Centralized intake to connect to local food delivery programs and resources
Meals on Wheels: makes hot or frozen meals available to individuals who have physical and financial limitations * offers menu of choices to suit everyone's dietary needs * hot or frozen meals delivered by volunteers
Food Advisor Supports: Helps to direct to the most appropriate food supports programs and services available in community based on clients needs and circumstances
Meals on Wheels: makes hot or frozen meals available to individuals who have physical and financial limitations * offers menu of choices to suit everyone's dietary needs * hot or frozen meals delivered by volunteers
Food Advisor Supports: Helps to direct to the most appropriate food supports programs and services available in community based on clients needs and circumstances
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One-stop point of access in the Home and Community Care Support Services Mississauga Halton for:
With one phone call a team member will help determine eligibility for these programs and connect with the care needed or refer to alternative resources that may better meet the needs
Serving the communities of Oakville, Milton, Halton Hills, Mississauga and South Etobicoke to:
Services and Programs:
- Caregiver ReCharge (for informal caregivers of loved ones 18+ years of age)
- Supports for Daily Living (for high risk seniors, 65+ years of age)
- Oaville Senior Citizens Residence (OSCR) Short Stay Respite (out-of-home caregiver relief for high-risk adults, from 2 nights to 2 weeks, and up to 3 times per year)
- Food Support Programs (Meals on Wheels and Food Advisor Supports)
With one phone call a team member will help determine eligibility for these programs and connect with the care needed or refer to alternative resources that may better meet the needs
Serving the communities of Oakville, Milton, Halton Hills, Mississauga and South Etobicoke to:
- assess client eligibility for these programs based on standardized criteria
- prioritize incoming referrals
- assign clients the most appropriate service provider to meet their needs
- track and trend the demand for services
- maintain a centralized waitlist for services
Services and Programs:
- Caregiver ReCharge Services
- Food Support Programs
- OSCR Short Stay Respite
- Supports for Daily Living
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How to Find - Food Banks & Community Meals
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This listing summarizes the day-by-day open hours for all food and meal programs in Oakville
- some may require proof of residency or income, see each listing for details
- all community meals are free and open to everyone, unless otherwise specified
COVID-19 may still be having an impact on service delivery. It is recommended you contact the service agency first to confirm hours and whether an appointment is required. For more details regarding each program, view the individual listing.
Weekly Schedule
Monday:
- 9:30 am-2 pm, Fare Share Food Bank, 1240 Speers Road
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (market)
- 6:15 pm-7:30 pm (sit down meal - Family Fun Night - adults must be accompanied by a child)
Tuesday:
- 11:45 am-12:50 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal)
- 1 pm-2:30 pm & 6 pm-7:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
Wednesday:
- morning, Clearview Christian Reformed Church, 2300 Sheridan Garden Drive
- 9 am-12 noon, Salvation Army Food Bank, 1225 Rebecca St (other times available by appointment only)
- 10 am-2 pm, DAR Foundation, 485 Morden Rd
- 10:15 am-11:30 am, Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre, 2200 Sawgrass Dr
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
- 6:15 pm- 7:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal - adults only)
Thursday:
- 10 am-11:30 am, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
- 2 pm-6:45 pm, Fare Share Food Bank, 1240 Speers Road
- 4 pm-5:30 pm, St.Luke's Anglican Church Palermo, 3114 Dundas Street West
- 6 pm-7:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
Friday:
- 11:45 am-12:50 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal)
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
Saturday:
- 9 am - 9:50 am, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal)
- 10 am-11:30 am, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
Additional Support
Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre
- 2200 Sawgrass Dr
- 905-257-6029 ext 101, michelle@opnc.ca
- send an email or call for all supports: food, tax completion, clothing, utility payment support, microloans, household, counselling, budgeting, etc., you will be responded to promptly
- view listing
Oakville Public Library, Central Branch
- 120 Navy St, just inside 3rd floor entrance
- Community Food Corner with non-perishable and fresh food, pet food
- available during branch hours
- view listing
Oakville Public Library, Clearview Branch
- 2860 Kingsway Dr
- Community Food Shelf with non-perishable food, pet food
- available during branch hours
- view listing
Oakville Public Library, Glen Abbey Branch
- 1415 Third Line
- Community Food Corner with non-perishable food, pet food
- available during branch hours
- view listing
Hope Bible Church
- 500 Great Lakes Blvd
- the Market is open to shop by appointment
- for those who are not able to visit, offering deliveries of Boxes of Hope
- if you would like to make an appointment or request a delivery, please fill out the I Need A Box of Hope form or call the church office at 905-827-4888
- see website for more information
Society of St Vincent de Paul
- refer to the Halton Council website to find which conference will help (organized geographically) and contact that conference directly
- view listing
Canadian Muslim Response Network
- designed to especially help those who may be more vulnerable to the COVID-19 virus and to the effects of self-isolation
- delivering various kits containing essential groceries, as well as hygiene and sanitation products, to seniors and families in dire needs
- if you require help during the COVID-19 crisis, or know someone who does, click here
- view website
Meal Delivery
Programs that prepare and regularly deliver meals to older adults, people with disabilities and others who have difficulties shopping and/or preparing food for themselves or traveling to a site where a meal is being served
- For a list of meal delivery services serving Oakville, see here
Ontario Community Support Association
- helping isolated, low-income seniors and people with disabilities and chronic medical conditions across Ontario get meals, groceries, medicine and other essentials to stay safe at home during COVID-19
- delivery of nutritious meals accompanied by a safety check
- delivery of supplies such as groceries or prescription medication
- for more information, see here
- view listing
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Hot meal and frozen meal delivery, special diets or culturally appropriate meals available
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