Searching for Community Information

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Provide one to one instruction in accessing government, social and health services online
• Provide referrals to other social services, employment and educational programs in the community
• Assist patrons with completing applications for government programs and benefits
• Completing personal income tax returns for qualifying low-income residents
• Employment Support:
  • Create, edit, copy and proofread resumes
  • The development of a cover letter
  • Complete online job applications
  • Interview information and preparation support
  • Assistance with research on potential employers
  • Finding and understanding Labour Market information
• Deliver workshops and clinics including the Rent Smart program and I.D. clinics
• Provides computers to qualifying low-income youth, families and eligible charitable and non-profit organizations via the Computer Connects program

• food bank
• assistance in completing government forms
• distribution of literature and information on various subjects of interest
• assistance in organizing and typing resumes
• photocopying and facsimile services
• coordination of volunteers and special community projects

• provides information on community and government programs and services for the Southeastern Michigan area which includes Lapeer, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties

• trained specialists assess caller needs and offer referral and short term advocacy to assist persons in accessing appropriate health, social, government, community and human services
• website available for self serve to search resources, order 211 promotional material or emergency activation

• mental health counselling
• addiction counselling
• Peer support
• Primary care
• Family navigation
• Youth outreach work
• Educational groups
• Recreational activities

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

• provides free information to the public requesting community social services, non-profit organizations and government programs
• assistance with form-filling Leamington and Kingsville Site
• Income tax Preparation Clinics during tax Season (Call for details)
• a call-in, referral and walk-in centre for emergency intervention, advocacy or support

• employment
• education and training
• counseling services
• community support
• community information

• 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

• crisis support
• youth outreach program
• assistance for families and individuals to maintain safe, affordable housing
• eviction prevention
• income tax completion
• life skills and budgeting assistance
• emergency Hydro Arrears (not all utilities) available for individuals who reside within Centre Wellington and Wellington North including CW Hydro, Wellington North Power, Westario and Hydro One.
• licensed child care centre for ages 18 months-4 yrs of age. Before and After school programs offered as well at various locations in Centre Wellington.
• EarlyON Child and Family Centre programs in Centre Wellington, Wellington North, Minto, Mapleton and East Wellington.
• information and referrals
• volunteer transportation program - central intake and referral for Wellington Transportation Services
• Assistance with food insecurity
• Assistance for families and individuals who are in need of phones or internet support.
• Intake agency for the OESP (Ontario Electricity Support Program) We will assist with applications for this program.