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Confidential telephone support for people feeling anxious, isolated, lonely, sad, stressed, or need someone to talk to * callers can speak with warm, caring, and trained volunteers and receive supportive and helpful responses * information about community services also provided

Central Intake service offered by Community Support Providers in London and Middlesex. Service includes information about existing community support services and how to register and access these services. CSS Central Intake is able to connect individuals to multiple community support services through a single intake

Meals and Nutrition - Community dining, Meals on Wheels (hot and frozen)

Education and Support - Adult day program, individual and group supports, caregiver supports, education, information and system navigation

Safety and Reassurance - Visiting and telephone reassurance, education and behavioural supports, support on hospital discharge, and personal emergency response systems

Health and Wellness - Social programs, group fitness, self-management, bathing, health education, falls prevention, medication management supports

Support in the Home - Personal supports, housekeeping, in-home meal preparation, respite, and caregiver relief

Transportation - Rides to medical and wellness appointments. Rides for social activities, errands, and shopping may be available in some instances

Intensive Support Programs - Assisted living, adult day programs, overnight and day respite, and supportive housing, senior's wrap-around program

Specialized Services - Supports for people with memory loss/dementia, acquired brain injury, adults with disabilities and their caregivers

Religious organization * social and educational programs * assists immigrants and newcomers

Municipal government * council meetings * information and services * emergency services & paramedic services * public works * waste & wastewater * Waste Management Facility * roads * community resources * garbage & recycling * human services * affordable home ownership program * accessibility advisory committee * long term care * auxiliary group * fines & provincial offences * GIS mapping * library services * planning and development * Tourism Oxford * Oxford County Archives * Information Oxford

Municipal government * council meetings * information and services * emergency services & paramedic services * public works * waste & wastewater * Waste Management Facility * roads * community resources * garbage & recycling * human services * affordable home ownership program * accessibility advisory committee * long term care * auxiliary group * fines & provincial offences * GIS mapping * library services * planning and development * Tourism Oxford * Oxford County Archives

Municipal government * council meetings * information and services * emergency services & paramedic services * public works * waste & wastewater * Waste Management Facility * roads * community resources * garbage & recycling * human services * affordable home ownership program * accessibility advisory committee * long term care * auxiliary group * fines & provincial offences * GIS mapping * library services * planning and development * Tourism Oxford * Oxford County Archives

Municipal government * council meetings * information and services * emergency services & paramedic services * public works * waste & wastewater * Waste Management Facility * roads * community resources * garbage & recycling * human services * affordable home ownership program * accessibility advisory committee * long term care * auxiliary group * fines & provincial offences * GIS mapping * library services * planning and development * Tourism Oxford * Oxford County Archives

Municipal government * council meetings * information and services * emergency services & paramedic services * public works * waste & wastewater * Waste Management Facility * roads * community resources * garbage & recycling * human services * affordable home ownership program * accessibility advisory committee * long term care * auxiliary group * fines & provincial offences * GIS mapping * library services * planning and development * Tourism Oxford * Oxford County Archives

Municipal government * council meetings * information and services * emergency services & paramedic services * public works * waste & wastewater * Waste Management Facility * roads * community resources * garbage & recycling * human services * affordable home ownership program * accessibility advisory committee * long term care * auxiliary group * fines & provincial offences * GIS mapping * library services * planning and development * Tourism Oxford * Oxford County Archives

Municipal government * council meetings * information and services * emergency services & paramedic services * public works * waste & wastewater * Waste Management Facility * roads * community resources * garbage & recycling * human services * affordable home ownership program * accessibility advisory committee * long term care * auxiliary group * fines & provincial offences * GIS mapping * library services * planning and development * Tourism Oxford * Oxford County Archives

Municipal government * council meetings * information and services * emergency services & paramedic services * public works * waste & wastewater * Waste Management Facility * roads * community resources * garbage & recycling * human services * affordable home ownership program * accessibility advisory committee * long term care * auxiliary group * fines & provincial offences * GIS mapping * library services * planning and development * Tourism Oxford * Oxford County Archives

Municipal government * council meetings * information and services * emergency services & paramedic services * public works * waste & wastewater * Waste Management Facility * roads * community resources * garbage & recycling * human services * affordable home ownership program * accessibility advisory committee * long term care * auxiliary group * fines & provincial offences * GIS mapping * library services * planning and development * Tourism Oxford * Oxford County Archives

Library network for Perth County residents providing a shared library catalogue of all Perth County public libraries including computerized information network, resources, information, BiblioCommons and downloadLibrary.

Consultation, research, resources and leadership for community building, policy analysis, and organizational development

• community information and referral service
• maintains database of government and nonprofit agencies providing human services to Waterloo Region, and other community groups
• publications development and distribution
• telephone answering service for nonprofit groups

In an effort to combat social isolation, seniors can call and speak to a live person

• helps seniors stay up to date about what's happening in their community (i.e. ask what time a store is open, who can help with household chores, neighbourhood associations still open) or simply enjoy a pleasant conversation with a volunteer

Not a crisis line, but a friendly voice

Website containing information on local community programs and services for the public and professionals

Search for specific information on:

• housing
• health services
• child and youth services
• seniors' services
• home care
• government programs
• libraries
• recreation
• service clubs
• mental health services
• counselling
• financial and social assistance
• disability support programs
• newcomer services
• food banks
• parenting and family programs
• employment services
• transportation

Provides information and access to assistance for older adults with age-related cognitive impairments and responsive behaviours that impact their daily functioning and/or the ability to maintain relationships

Team members are trained to identify client needs and directly link them to the appropriate services

Services to improve indigenous health through access to health care and culturally appropriate programs. Health and wellness coordinators are able to provide family violence intervention, referrals, support and case management to clients to address existing and emerging issues to promote health, healing and wellness.

Services Include:

• peer counselling
• referrals
• Kanawayhitowin Taking Care of Each Other's Spirit
• Indigenous seniors 55+ program
• anger management
• Indigenous women's sharing circle (ages 13+)
• community education and training

Transitional Housing Program - provides support to people exiting the shelter system or people at risk of homelessness. Transitional Housing is a 11-bed co-ed, all-inclusive semi-independent program for people between 18 and 29 years of age who are ready to learn the skills they need to live independently

Services provided:

• client-driven self-identified goals, case management and life skills coaching
• support with getting back into school, referrals to supportive housing programs, employment, addictions and mental health services as well as community support and services
• transition planning and follow-up support when graduating from the program

A 10-bed shelter Program

Shelter Program - provides temporary housing for people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of experiencing homelessness. Offers a safe and supportive co-ed environment for people between 18 and 29 years of age

Services provided:

• single room with a warm bed, nutritious food and supports
• shelter for up to 90 days
• referrals to transitional and supportive housing programs, employment, addictions and mental health services as well as community support and services

First point of contact for children and youth ages 0-18 with mental health concerns, intellectual disabilities, Autism or FASD. First place to contact for information, questions, and access to community resources and programs

Help navigate services available to children, youth, and their families. Complete an intake and make referrals for children and youth to get the services they need when dealing with:

• acting out behaviours
• aggression
• anxiety
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• bullying or being bullied
• child and family conflict
• depression
• drug and alcohol use
• grief
• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
• hyperactivity
• intellectual disability
• managing anger
• parenting programs
• self-esteem
• self-harming; suicidal thoughts
• trauma
• worrying

Lead agency for Service Coordination Brant which provides coordinated service planning to families of children and youth with multiple service needs. Service Coordination ensures there is a clearly identified staff for each family to lead their service plan and support services working together to meet each family's unique needs

Lead agency for the Ontario Autism Program - Urgent Response Service - short-term supports for children registered with the Ontario Autism Program who are experiencing new or worsening high-risk behaviours

Manages the Community Information Brant, Haldimand & Norfolk database www.info-bhn.ca containing information on local community programs and services

COVID19 - continuing to support the most vulnerable community members impacted by dementia through regular support telephone calls and email for those who have email, face-to-face meetings including home and office visits. Reaching out to the community by initiating support calls and monitoring office telephones Monday to Friday. If emotional support is required as a result of living with or caring for someone with dementia to contact the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth at 519-271-1910 or EMAIL.

First Link - North Perth Satellite Office provides individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and their family and friends, an opportunity to receive individual and group support, education, case management, and advocacy.

Caregiver Support Group meets first Tuesday of each month: 1:30 pm-3 pm, Trillium Mutual Insurance Building, 495 Mitchell Road South, Listowel

Education Session third Tuesday of each month: 1:30 pm-3 pm, Trillium Mutual Insurance Building, 495 Mitchell Road South, Listowel

Social Group for Persons Living With Dementia meets first Tuesday of each month: 1:30 pm-3:00 pm, Trillium Mutual Insurance Building, 495 Mitchell Road South, Listowel

Violence Against Women Resource Centre that offers various support services. Women and children in need of safe and protective housing are welcome to stay at the shelter located in Stratford. Free transportation from North Perth can be arranged by calling the crisis line.

The department oversees justice programs for Six Nations of the Grand River
Services include:

• Restorative Justice/Diversion Program
  
• Victim Services
  
• Bail Verification and Supervision Program
  
• Legal Aid clinic

Helps older adults and persons with disabilities maintain their independence and quality of life.

Home Help

• a broker service, which matches clients to skilled, self-employed Home Helpers, based on client-identified needs and goals.
• free in-home assessment ensures all client needs are addressed.all assessments are completed by the Home Help Service Coordinator who is a registered healthcare professional.
• affordable rates range from $20-$25 per hour for a variety of services from general housekeeping to personal support and respite.

Frozen Meals

• nutritionally balanced, home-style meals developed by dietitians.
• lactose free, gluten free, minced, and pureed meals are available by request.
• pricing ranges from $2.75 to $7 for single items; savings bundles available.
• free delivery in Chatham-Kent twice monthly.

Client Intervention and Assistance

• provides short-term social work services that support and empower individuals to live independently, with dignity, in the community.
• possible services include 1:1 supports, personal assessments, service coordination, system navigation, and advocacy.
• client directed, confidential, and delivered at no cost.

CareLink Health Transit

• provides accessible, non-urgent medical transportation services.
• trips range from local to out-of-town and may include medical or therapeutic appointments, social activities and other destinations that support the activities of daily living.
• flat rate fares vary based on single destination and 3 hour service window applies.
• additional destinations can be added at a fee of $5 per destination.
• additional fees will be applied to driver wait times in excess of three hours at $20/hour.