Searching for Food Access For Seniors/people With Disabilities

• 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

• 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

• 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

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

• seniors club
• seniors brunch
• congregate dining
• foot clinic
• group meetings and rental facilities
• woodshop for qualified members

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

• fitness classes and table tennis
• coffee and dessert socials
• news discussion group
• games

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:

• Seniors Services Newsletter
• Drop-in Program Schedules

Also at this location:

• Friendship Luncheon, Thu 11 am-2:30 pm

• 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

• free bread and baked goods donated by local grocery stores
• delivery to vulnerable seniors and low-income families in high needs neighbourhoods

• respite care, caregiver relief (fee)
• Adult Day Program Monday-Friday (fee)
• congregate dining Tuesday-Thursday (free), transportation available (fee)
• transportation to medical appointments, shopping (fee)
• supportive housing / personal care for residents of Toronto Community Housing Corporation buildings in Etobicoke (fee)
• referral only to home maintenance, grass cutting, snow shovelling services
• participates in Toronto Ride

• 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)

• 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

• Caregiver ReCharge Services
• Food Support Programs
• OSCR Short Stay Respite
• Supports for Daily Living

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

• minimum of 5 meals each week per client
• taking new clients during COVID

• also reassurance phone calls, friendly visits

• seasonal income tax clinic
• foot care
• acupuncture and massage
• fitness, travel
• congregate dining (lunch Monday-Friday)

• foot care
• hearing, diabetes and massage clinic
• fitness classes
• information and referral -- pensions, health, food
• lunch program
• low vision and blind support groups and counselling
• transportation for shopping and social outings
• volunteer opportunities

Helps local churches and organizations connect with local subsidized housing communities for the purposes of poverty relief and community investment

Food Bank

• weekly food distribution
• food supplied by Food for Life
• fresh food and canned goods are distributed

More than a Meal

• prepared dinners delivered to homeless, elderly shut ins and in special circumstances

Community barbecues and dinners

• coordinates on site summer barbecues and community dinners at subsidized housing sites
• gives the participants opportunities to get to know each other, moving them from loneliness to engagement

Camp Dakota

• an outreach program that serves children and youth who live in subsidized, low income housing communities
• a summer day camp program run in Halton Region and 5 sites in Toronto
• activities include basketball, field hockey, wide games - capture the flag & prisoners base, track and field, soccer, frisbee, hip hop dance, crafts and story time
• all programs are provided at no cost to the camper or the family
• see website for more information

Healing Wheelz

• the bike doctor (Phil Carver) makes house calls and does on site bike clinics to do bike repairs so no kid is without a bike
• if it can't be repaired on site, he'll take it to the shop
• for those who want to learn how, he will provide training to become a bike doctor

Father's House Cafe

• held every Mon evening from 5 pm-9 pm
• a coffee house format, where the atmosphere is warm and inviting, refreshments are served, personal stories and experiences are shared, encouragement is given, prayer is available and the unconditional love of God dispensed

Life Happens

• program helps neighbours living in poverty, connect to community resources through advocacy and referral

Winter outerwear distribution

Christmas toy distribution

Annual fundraiser in May

• in-person and virtual drop-in for independent adults
• includes meals
• some transportation available
• fees based on service level

• help arranging health services, home supports, transportation, meals
• form filing, including rental applications, tax filing, completing CPP and other income support applications
• caregiver support group referrals, education and training

• social, recreation and exercise programs
• health promotion workshops, clinics
• annual membership, contact for details

• light housekeeping
• short-term and long-term personal care services
• caregiver relief and support
• free, based on assessment
• available in designated community housing buildings in west Toronto

• Ukrainian and Italian meals available

• in-person and virtual drop-in for independent adults
• includes meals
• some transportation available
• fees based on service level

• help arranging health services, home supports, transportation, meals
• form filing, including rental applications, tax filing, completing CPP and other income support applications
• caregiver support group referrals, education and training

• social, recreation and exercise programs
• health promotion workshops, clinics
• annual membership, contact for details

• light housekeeping
• short-term and long-term personal care services
• caregiver relief and support
• free, based on assessment
• available in designated community housing buildings in west Toronto

• Ukrainian and Italian meals available

A recreation centre for older adults, offering both registered and drop-in programs

For more information about programs or drop-ins, check out:

• Seniors Services Newsletter
• Drop-in Program Schedules

Also at this location:

• Friendship Luncheon, Tue 11 am-2:30 pm
• Kerr Street Singers, Fri 10:30 am-12 noon (Sep-May)