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Social housing community with around 130 family units and approximately 500 people. Many are children and youth, single parents and new immigrants.

Offers a wide range of services to the community

• Homework club
• Art program
• United Sisters
• March Break/summer day camps
• Leadership programs
• Youth drop-in
• ESL/conversation classes
• Collective Kitchen
• Community computer access
• Free printing/photocopying/scanning
• Food cupboard for after-school program
• Community garden
• Good Food Box
• Parenting workshops

COVID-19 (4 May 2021): Food bank in operation by appointment only * the service is modified to store vouchers * clients must leave their name and number at 613-820-3073 and a volunteer will call them back

Support services and programs for families in need that have children attending a French school

Opération Nutrition+:

• Families pay $15 a month for a green-box containing fruits and vegetables
• the value of the green-box is approximately $75-85
• items added to the box based on family size
• additional items include bread, cheese, yogurt and milk to allow families to prepare lunches for their school-aged children
• powdered milk, cereal, and baby food, diapers, infant clothing will be offered to families with infants

Food Bank:

• Families in need can receive non-perishable items
• they must make an appointment and visit the office to do so

Holidays program:

• Food, free turkey and gift baskets available to registered families ONLY

Integrated social services for the Nepean, Rideau and Osgoode area (some programs are offered to all residents of Ottawa)

• information and referral
• counselling for individuals, couples, youth and families
• community development
• violence against women services
• elder abuse response and referral (see separate record for details)
• youth programs
• after school kids programs
• playgroups (0-6 years)
• health promotion groups
• Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) application support
• referral to emergency food programs for residents of Nepean, Rideau and Osgoode Townships
• Emergency diapers/formula support
• Diabetes Education Program (see separate record for details)
• Good Food Box
• Tools 4 School (see separate record for details)
• general legal advice, notarization of documents and affidavits

Referral to following programs:

• Toy Mountain
• The Snowsuit Fund
• various programs/services provided during the holiday season by local faith and community groups

Grocery store and food bank

• purchase fruits, vegetables, and produce

Note: Please wear a mask and bring your reusable bags.

Food

• fresh no-cost produce market

This information is regularly updated on their Facebook page.

Offers integrated health and social services

• social services for individuals and families residing in the catchment area

Information and referral:

• crisis intervention
• community development services
• good food box
• emergency baby cupboard
• youth programs
• seniors programs
• children's programs
• ontario early years
• settlement services from the Jewish Family Services
• food cupboard
• income tax clinics

COVID-19 (January 22, 2021): All groups and individuals appointments are by phone and or on-line. Call or visit the website for more information.

Program aiming to improve healthy eating and living

• nutrition counselling
• physical activity library that lends urban-walking poles, pedometres, yoga mats, videos and books for up to 2 weeks
• Ottawa Good Food Box
• activities at Dundonald Park
• smoking cessation program

Social entreprise providing access to healthy food alternatives at a low cost

• substitutes unhealthy options such as chips, cookies, and candies at a corner store for healthier alternatives
• customers can choose a healthy recipe (available at the store) and then select and purchase the necessary products from the list

This Centre provides

• Information, intercession and referral services
• Crisis intervention
• Food bank services and other food security strategies
• Support to complete an application for the Ontario Hydro Cost Assistance Program and the Energy Assistance Program
• Registration for the Holiday Programs and the Back to School Program with Caring and Sharing Exchange, and Toy Mountain of the Salvation Army
• Tax Clinic
• Community Development Program
• Youth Program (camp, sports, etc)
• School Youth Program
• After-School Program
• Information and advocacy services for affordable housing issues
• Volunteer Opportunities

Programs and Services :

• Social Support Program: practical assistance, referrals, crisis counselling, advocacy, needs assessment
• Community House: food bank, community activities
• Community Development: tax clinic, community gardens, support for community initiatives
• Youth Program :

1. Club 310 (after-school program) for youth aged 6-11 and Club Transitions (recreational program) for youth aged 12-14
2. Drop-in and various activities for local teens aged 12-17 (English)
3. Sports leagues and gym access (Basket-ball, Futsal, Soccer, etc) - various sports available for folks aged 6-30 years old

• Lowertown, Our Home (LOH) project: a partnership between residents and diverse community partners that actively engages community members in identifying common concerns, community solutions and preventative measures to build a healthy and safe neighbourhood
• Action Housing: provides assistance in crisis situations and supports to individuals and families seeking safe, adequate and affordable housing.

COVID-19 (3 September 2021) Food Bank open until further notice

Non-profit organization providing social, recreational, educational and health programs, services, supports and referrals

Core programs:

• preschool
• playgroup with community nurse
• after school programs
• summer day camps
• basketball & open gym
• youth outreach & drop-in programs
• youth academic & employment support
• ice rink available in winter months
• food security programs
• good food programs
• computer access
• monthly women's nights
• community garden
• community events
• school supplies program (see separate record for details)
• academic support and skills building
• referrals

Adult programs:

• building social capital and learning new skills
• engaging opportunities for connecting with others

COVID-19 (11 Apr 2021): The Good Food on the Move team is currently on a break from April 4th to May 4th. Deliveries will resume after that. If the service is relied upon as an essential service, please contact ottawagoodfoodbox@crcrr.org or 613-745-0073 ext 122 Thursdays 9 am-4 pm.

In collaboration with MarketMobile and Ottawa Good Food Box Good Food On The Move is an online store with click & collect service.

• Wide selection of fresh affordable and local produce, including organic and conventional items.
• $10, $20, and $25 Organic Good Food Boxes.
• Donation options, providing a Good Food Box to someone in need.
• Customers purchase online using a debit or credit card, and schedule to pick-up their order from one of the designated pick-up sites.
• Home delivery is available for persons with disabilities, seniors, customers with limited mobility, and customers that are immunocompromised.

Place orders for small or large fruit/vegetable boxes

Place orders for small or large fruit/vegetable boxes

Food program

• offers an affordable, monthly box with fresh produce

Food program

• offers an affordable, monthly box with fresh produce

Food program

• offers an affordable, monthly box with fresh produce

Food program

• offers an affordable, monthly box with fresh produce

Food program

• offers an affordable, monthly box with fresh produce

Food program

• offers an affordable, monthly box with fresh produce

COVID-19 (15 Mar 2020): For those who cannot leave home to shop, the PC Express online shopping app is available. All delivery fees have been dropped. Arrangements for seniors who would prefer a phone call for their order can be made.This information is regularly updated on their Facebook page.

Grocery store

• offers weekly grocery delivery to local, home-bound seniors and adults living with a handicap

Provides primary health care services, education and health promotion including chronic disease prevention and management programs

• Variety of Onsite Partners onsite (Audiology, Euclid, Chiropody, Foot Care, Ontario Works, Arthritis Society, Developmental Services, Children's Mental Health, Telemedicine, Physiatry)

Programs:

• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program
• Living Life to the Full Program
• Intuitive Eating
• Diabetes Support Group
• Senior Exercise
• Early Years Drop in Groups
• Good Food Box
• Community Kitchen
• Youth (after-school programs, cooking sessions, childcare training

Provides primary health care services, education and health promotion including chronic disease prevention and management programs

• Variety of Onsite Partners onsite (Audiology, Euclid, Chiropody, Foot Care, Ontario Works, Arthritis Society, Developmental Services, Children's Mental Health, Telemedicine, Physiatry)

Programs:

• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program
• Living Life to the Full Program
• Intuitive Eating
• Diabetes Support Group
• Senior Exercise
• Early Years Drop in Groups
• Good Food Box
• Community Kitchen
• Youth (after-school programs, cooking sessions, childcare training

Family Services

• access support through referrals from our organization
• provides help with applications for birth certificates and other I.D.
• programs to assist with utility bills, dental health and more
• provides information and resources that help address the root causes of food insecurity
• connect people with the programs and organizations
• Hydro Leap and Ontario Energy Savings Programs
• refers families requesting Christmas basket, toys for children or clothing to local organizations
• provides referrals to Snow Suit and Winter Coat program for children