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COVID-19: The lunch club and congregate dining programs are currently suspended.
Meals delivered at home to eligible seniors or adults with nutritional challenges
Services available:
Meals delivered at home to eligible seniors or adults with nutritional challenges
Services available:
- social contact
- safety check
- frozen meals
- congregate lunching
- congregate dining offered in the common rooms of several seniors' apartment buildings
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Provides services and care for people of all ages that have physical disabilities, serious health issues, or those who are frail and/or elderly. Provides assistance in the following areas:
- Medical transportation services
- Medical escorts
- Referrals to community services and Friendship Centre programs
- Preparing forms and applications
- Congregate dining services (includes meal and activity)
- Home visits/friendly visits
- Security checks (in person or over the phone)
- Caregiver Support services (respite and training)
- Advocacy with community agencies
- Access to cultural activities, traditional foods, ceremonies, Elders and Healers
- Assistance with housing issues
- Transitioning from the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) to Old Age Pension
- Locating a family doctor
- Assist in obtaining medical equipment and supplies
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COVID-19: Closed due to provincial restrictions.
A monthly seniors' luncheon.
A monthly seniors' luncheon.
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COVID-19: The congregate/lunch out dining program has been cancelled until further notice. Hot and frozen meals are still being delivered. All volunteers are being screened before picking up the food. Volunteers are calling clients upon arrival and letting them know meals will be put in a bag and left on their doorstep, table or cooler near their door.
Meals delivered at home to eligible people.
HOT MEALS: Delivered 5 days/week by volunteers
FROZEN MEALS: Delivered once/week based on menu order
FROZEN QUIK PAKS: Entrees with soups or desserts which may be delivered to hospital discharged persons requiring meals for the weekend or newly admitted eligible persons requiring frozen meals outside of the regular frozen delivery schedule.
LUNCHOUT PROGRAM: Twice monthly luncheon program promoting social interaction, recreation and/or educational activities for Seniors 55+ in accessible dining sites in St Catharines. Transportation is available for those who qualify.
Meals delivered at home to eligible people.
HOT MEALS: Delivered 5 days/week by volunteers
FROZEN MEALS: Delivered once/week based on menu order
FROZEN QUIK PAKS: Entrees with soups or desserts which may be delivered to hospital discharged persons requiring meals for the weekend or newly admitted eligible persons requiring frozen meals outside of the regular frozen delivery schedule.
LUNCHOUT PROGRAM: Twice monthly luncheon program promoting social interaction, recreation and/or educational activities for Seniors 55+ in accessible dining sites in St Catharines. Transportation is available for those who qualify.
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CSSN staff organize regular outings for meals and social activities in a group setting. Provides clients with an opportunity to enjoy a meal, socialize, and create new friendships. Transportation is available for those who require it.
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| Choice of nutritious hot or frozen meals delivered to client's home by friendly volunteers. Hot meals are available Mondays to Fridays (choice of days) over the noon hour. Frozen meals are selected from a rotating menu and delivered once per week. CSSN staff work closely with client to make nutritional accommodations when necessary. |
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CSSN staff organize regular outings for meals and social activities in a group setting. Provides clients with an opportunity to enjoy a meal, socialize, and create new friendships. Transportation is available for those who require it.
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Home-cooked meals, packaged and quick frozen ready for microwave or oven. Each meal includes an entree, potato or rice and assorted vegetables. Additional options include: soup and dessert. Offers a rotating menu of 35 different meals.
Meals are available by delivery in St Catharines by the Meals on Wheels office or for pick up at Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village.
Meals are available by delivery in St Catharines by the Meals on Wheels office or for pick up at Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village.
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A non-profit, volunteer service delivering hot and/or frozen nutritious meals at a reasonable cost. Also provides a social contact and a security check on their well-being. A monthly lunch out program is also available.
Hot meals are prepared by 12 Carrots Catering and frozen meals are prepared at Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village, St Catharines.
Hot meals are prepared by 12 Carrots Catering and frozen meals are prepared at Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village, St Catharines.
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Hot Meals delivered at home to eligible people. Meals are now being prepared by Gourmet At Home a local company that prepares the meals fresh each day.
Services available:
Services available:
- Social contact
- Safety check
- Hot & frozen meals
- Therapeutic diets
- Monthly lunch-out program
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CSSN staff organize regular outings for meals and social activities in a group setting. Provides clients with an opportunity to enjoy a meal, socialize, and create new friendships. Transportation is available for those who require it.
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| Choice of nutritious hot or frozen meals delivered to client's home by friendly volunteers. Hot meals are available Mondays to Fridays (choice of days) over the noon hour. Frozen meals are selected from a rotating menu and delivered once per week. CSSN staff work closely with client to make nutritional accommodations when necessary. |
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Supports for seniors, and adults with disabilities
helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long and as safe as possible
referral to additional community services
Social gathering with a meal and activities provided at a central location
Hot meals delivered five days per weekspecial diet types available
Non-emergency transportation to local medical appointments, shopping and social activities
Referrals to local services such as snow removal, yard work, window washing, house cleaning, grocery shopping, and minor repairs
Regular volunteer visits to seniors and people with disabilities who live alone, to provide companionship and reassurance
Regular security phone calls to check on the health and safety of people who live alonesafety checks are done by trained and screened personnel
Medical alert systemallows seniors and people with disabilities to call for assistance when required. Hands-free models also available
24-hour emergency response
Companionship, respite care, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-threatening illnessbereavement support for anyone who has experienced the death of someone close
services can be provided at home, or in hospitals and long-term care homes
Peer support and discussion for caregivers, including family and friends
Social gathering with a meal and activities provided at a central location
Hot meals delivered five days per week
Non-emergency transportation to local medical appointments, shopping and social activities
Referrals to local services such as snow removal, yard work, window washing, house cleaning, grocery shopping, and minor repairs
Regular volunteer visits to seniors and people with disabilities who live alone, to provide companionship and reassurance
Regular security phone calls to check on the health and safety of people who live alone
Medical alert system
Companionship, respite care, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-threatening illness
Peer support and discussion for caregivers, including family and friends
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Due to COVID-19 this service has been temporarily suspended. Contact or visit website for details and updates.
Participants receive a meal served in a group setting that provides an opportunity for socializing. Developed for older adults and adults with disabilities who would like to get out of the house more. Transportation is available for a fee.
Participants receive a meal served in a group setting that provides an opportunity for socializing. Developed for older adults and adults with disabilities who would like to get out of the house more. Transportation is available for a fee.
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Due to COVID-19, this service has been suspended until further notice. Contact or visit website for details.
Program provides a variety of activities and programs to promote enjoyment and well being for older adults and retirees. Offering bingo, euchre and more. Also, fitness and strength training, speaker events on topics relevant to seniors and pot luck lunches
Program provides a variety of activities and programs to promote enjoyment and well being for older adults and retirees. Offering bingo, euchre and more. Also, fitness and strength training, speaker events on topics relevant to seniors and pot luck lunches
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During COVID-19 the Food Bank is still making deliveries to vulnerable people and people with food needs.
Contact for details.Provides deliveries of food to applicants homes once per month. The program is a community-supported project that completely dependent on donations of cash and non-perishable foods. Home delivery only.
Contact for details.Provides deliveries of food to applicants homes once per month. The program is a community-supported project that completely dependent on donations of cash and non-perishable foods. Home delivery only.
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Service provides frozen meals prepared from fresh foods to seniors and those requiring additional nutritional assistance. Meals are delivered weekly, or can be picked up at the Glanbrook Community Services office. Special diet types available, cooking instructions are provided on the packaging. Meals provided by Ina Grafton Village in St. Catharine's and by Zarky's in Hamilton.
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Program offers a monthly nutritious meal and social time at a location in Glanbrook/Binbrook. Participants from outside of Glanbrook are welcome, but must arrange their own transportation. Transportation can be arranged for participants who reside in Glanbrook.
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Hot, nutritious, three-course meal delivered during the noon hour. Meal includes salad, main course of meat, potato and vegetable, and dessert. Specialized meals can be made upon request.
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Friendship Luncheon
Office: Sir John Colborne Centre 905-815-5960 ;Trafalgar Park Community Centre 905-338-4406 ;
Iroquois Ridge Older Adult Centre 905-845-6601 ext 3745
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A service which provides a hot noon meal, chair exercise and a social afternoon weekly for pre-registered seniors at three Oakville locations
Lunch and recreational activities provided at:
Transportation provided by volunteers
Lunch and recreational activities provided at:
- Sir John Colborne Centre, 1565 Old Lakeshore Rd * Wed 11am-2:30pm
- Trafalgar Park Community Centre, 133 Rebecca St * Tue 11am-2:30pm
- Iroquois Ridge Older Adult Centre at Iroquois Ridge Community Centre, 1051 Glenashton Dr * Thu 11am-2:30pm
Transportation provided by volunteers
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Sir John Colborne Recreation Centre for Seniors
Office: Sir John Colborne Recreation Centre 905-815-5960 ;
Registration & inquiries 905-815-2000 Visit Website
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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:
* Cafe Colborne offering coffee, tea and cookies
* Interlink Choir
* Seniors Working Action Group (SWAG)
* Friendship Luncheon, Wed 11 am-2:30 pm
Refer to Town of Oakville Recreation and Culture Programs FAQs for the most current information on Town of Oakville Recreation and Culture facilities and programs
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Trafalgar Park Older Adults Centre
Office: Trafalgar Park Older Adults Centre 905-338-4406 ;
Registration & inquiries 905-815-2000 Visit Website
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A recreation centre for older adults, offering both registered and drop-in programs
For more information about programs or drop-ins, check out:
Also at this location:
- Friendship Luncheon, Tue 11 am-2:30 pm
- Kerr Street Singers, Fri 10:30 am-12 noon (Sep-May)
Refer to Town of Oakville Recreation and Culture Programs FAQs for the most current information on Town of Oakville Recreation and Culture facilities and programs
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Provides community support services to urban Aboriginal clients, regardless of age, who are disabled, chronically ill, frail, elderly or require acute/chronic continuum of care. Services include: medical transportation services, assistance with completing forms, community referrals, home visits, security checks, caregiver support, aid in transitioning from ODSP to Old Age Pension, and congregate dining meals and activities.
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Nonprofit program that provides hot or frozen meals for those who have difficulty preparing food
* fee for meals, billed monthly
* available short-term or long-term
Special diets can be accommodated, including:
* diabetic * low fat * low residue * low cholesterol * low sodium * gluten free * allergies * renal * minced * pureed
Hot meals
Delivered daily by volunteers (no delivery on statutory holidays)
Frozen meals
Delivered weekly, suitable for oven or microwave reheating
* fee for meals, billed monthly
* available short-term or long-term
Special diets can be accommodated, including:
* diabetic * low fat * low residue * low cholesterol * low sodium * gluten free * allergies * renal * minced * pureed
Hot meals
Delivered daily by volunteers (no delivery on statutory holidays)
Frozen meals
Delivered weekly, suitable for oven or microwave reheating
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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
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