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Non-emergency transportation to local medical and non-medical appointments and regular activities such as shopping, errands and social outings * volunteer drivers use their own vehicles and also provide a friendly visit along the way

Wheelchair accessible van and ambulatory transportation is available in Aylmer, East Elgin, St Thomas and Central Elgin

Provides transportation to St Thomas vaccine site for adults age 55 and over or adults with disabilities at a cost (VON intake process must be completed, call 519-637-6408)

Services to newcomers, particularly Low German speaking people

Newcomers, Settlement Services and Outreach - Assessment, information, and referral services to newcomers * assists newcomers to settle in Elgin County * interpretation services to help newcomers understand and access community services * orientation to life in Canada

Volunteer Driver Program - Recruits volunteer drivers and coordinates interpreters and drivers for health-related appointments

DE BRIGJ 105.9 FM CHPD - Low German radio programs for the whole family * Integration and Inclusion through Information and Education * news and weather * bus delays * health education programs * contact De Brigj at 226-544-0122 or radio@mcson.org

Aylmer Thrift Store - Gently used clothing and household items * affordable prices * donations accepted during open hours only

Services and Programs:

• Employment Services
• Family Education and Support Project Aylmer

Assists and coordinates transportation to appointments and other health care services outside of the community

In-home personal supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities or chronic illness * helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible * hourly, overnight, or 24-hour care

Custom care plans, such as in-home hospice, palliative and end-of-life care, respite care, hospital-discharge and post-operational care, or care associated with chronic conditions

• Alzheimer's and dementia care
• case management
  
• diabetic foot care
• eating assistance, total feeding
  
• friendly visiting, companionship, home help and homemaking, and errands
• medication administration or reminders
• meal preparation, menu planning, budgeting, shopping
• mobility, transfers, positioning (physical assistance with changing positions, moving around, getting dressed, and home exercise programs)
• nursing and therapy (wound management, ostomy care, tube feedings, physical therapy and rehabilitation, occupational therapy)
• palliative pain and symptom consultation programs
  
• personal care and hygiene (grooming, oral care, toileting)
• senior wellness coaching
• accessible transportation and escorts to medical and dental appointment

Supports and recreational activities, including physical fitness, nutrition, and education, for children, youth, and seniors

Children and Youth Programs - Programming for children and youth * affordable recreational, social and educational programs that promote physical and emotional well-being

Horton Street Seniors' Centre - Recreation and wellness centre for older adults * fitness centre * two pools (one olympic size and one warm therapy pool) * full service cafe with frozen take home meals available for purchase * transportation services to and from the centre available

Seniors' Transit - Non-emergency transportation that provides door to door pick up and return service to and from the Horton Senior's Centre * service not used for personal transportation to appointments

Non-emergency transportation to local essential appointments with doctors and healthcare professionals * volunteer drivers * wheelchairs cannot be accommodated * service available Mon-Fri only * must be able to get in and out of a vehicle on their own and left on their own

Non-emergency patient transfer service * non-emergency transportation to medical appointments

Services include:

• Wheelchair accessibility transfer for individuals or groups
• Hospital shuttle programs
• Stretcher service for individuals or groups
• Advanced Monitor stretcher service

Transportation to vaccine clinics available for Middlesex County residences only - Call Voyago Transportation at 1-888-465-0783 (Daily 5:00am-12midnight)

Private patient air transfer service * organ transportation

Non-emergency transportation to and from medical appointments, errands, or social programs * appointments must be booked 2 days in advance * monthly billing available * not wheelchair accessible

Health centre focused on family and community health, illness prevention and health promotion * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * health professionals provide primary care services and referrals to other local health and community services and personal development groups

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health

Transportation to Vaccine Clinics - Volunteer drivers take West Elgin residents to vaccine clinics * accessible shuttle for those who need it * funded through Gift-A-Ride program * working to get everyone who needs a vaccine access to a vaccine

Assisted Living Program - Support staff provide care for frail older adults or people with disabilities, who have difficulty caring for themselves, but who are still capable of living independently in their own home or apartment * personal support, homemaking, care coordination, medication assistance, and security checks * scheduled and unscheduled visits * support staff available daily in the homes/apartments of clients

Community Support Services for Seniors - Various programs provide supports to help older adults maintain independence while remaining in their home and community

Health Promotion and System Navigation Services - One-on-one and group sessions to promote health and to assist people in navigating the health system connecting with community programs and linking to available social services

Parenting Support - Parenting education and support including prenatal classes, breastfeeding support, and a Well Baby Clinic

Services and Programs:

• Chiropody Services
• Chronic Disease Management Services
• Clinical Dietitian Services
• Community Engagement
• Community Food Programs
• Diabetes Education
• Harm Reduction Services
• Mental Health Counselling Services
• Physiotherapy Services - Talbot Trail Physiotherapy
• Primary Care Services

Adult day program * social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for older adults in a group setting for part of the day * helps to support family caregivers who provide day-to-day care

• meal at noon
• leisure activities and day trips
• educational programs
• blood pressure and weight monitoring

Services for an additional fee

• hair care
• foot care
• bathing
  
• transportation

Alzheimer's and Special Needs Program - Adult day program * social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for older adults in a group setting for part of the day * helps to support family caregivers who provide day-to-day care

• meal at noon
• leisure activities and day trips
• educational programs
• blood pressure and weight monitoring

Transportation services for seniors and people with varying abilities in St. Marys and surrounding areas Partner of EasyRide in Stratford Book appointments through EasyRide

COVID19 Service Change - There are plexi-glass barriers in vans and drivers are following strict sanitation guidelines.

For more information about services and programs, see COVID-19 and ONE CARE HERE

EasyRide provides door to door transportation for seniors to appointments, shopping, errands or social activities.

Transportation is provided in and out of town using agency-owned vehicles (buses, accessible vans and caravans), as well as taxis and volunteers in their own vehicles.

Client must pre-register for this service and there is a set fee is applicable

COVID19 Service Change - There are plexi-glass barriers in vans and drivers are following strict sanitation guidelines.

For more information about services and programs, see COVID-19 and ONE CARE HERE

EasyRide provides door to door transportation for seniors to appointments, shopping, errands or social activities.

Transportation is provided in and out of town using agency-owned vehicles (buses, accessible vans and caravans), as well as taxis and volunteers in their own vehicles.

Client must pre-register for this service and there is a set fee is applicable

Free transportation to vaccine clinics in Brant

Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities

helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible

referral to other community services

Group meals and social activities provided at a central location

Hot meals delivered five days per week

special 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 phone calls to check on the health and safety of people who live alone

checks are done by trained and screened personnel

Medical alert system

allows older adults and people with disabilities to call for assistance using a help button

24-hour emergency response

Companionship, respite care, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-threatening illness

bereavement 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

COVID19 paused

Volunteer drivers provide transportation to clients for out-of-town medical appointments. Volunteers are reimbursed for fuel by the client, based on a set mileage rate

COVID-19 - Essential services continue with pre-screening protocols for Transportation, Meals on Wheels, Personal Support and Crisis Intervention. Diners Club has returned and Fitness Classes are scheduled to return this fall. As COVID-19 municipality stages are implemented, services may change; contact the office directly for latest updates.

Non-urgent stretcher transportation is designed specifically for stable, non-emergency patients who reside in Lambton County, requiring transportation from home to hospital, hospitals to hospital or hospital to home. The home must be equipped with a ramp and/or main floor direct access.

COVID-19 - Fitness Classes (soon) and Diners Club (has returned) are returning. Essential services continue with pre-screening protocols for Transportation, Meals on Wheels, Personal Support and Crisis Intervention. As COVID-19 municipality stages are implemented, services may change; contact the office directly for latest updates.

Provides a range of support services for older adults and adults with disabilities. Services include:

• Non-Urgent Stretcher Van Transportation
• Accessible Transportation
• Homemaking / Home Help (incl. laundry, light housekeeping, meal preparation & errands)
• Personal Support
• Caregiver & Respite Support
• Home Maintenance
• Meals on Wheels (rural County only)
• Diners Club (Seniors Luncheons - call office for locations)
• Exercise Classes for Seniors
• Crisis Intervention
• Housing Support
• Seniors Cruise in June.(currently on hiatus)

Full service home care agency with staffing from homemakers through registered nursing staff

• homemaking
  
• personal care
  
• housekeeping
  
• respite care
  
• nursing services
  
• transportation to and from appointments

Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities

• helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible
• referral to other community services

Hot meals delivered Mon-Fri - special diet types available

Frozen Meal Service - Seven entree frozen meal packages are delivered once a month

• clients choose from a menu or can choose standard packages
• special diet types available
• soup/dessert packages also available

Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments - wheelchair-accessible vehicle available

Additional Services:

• First Aid and CPR training
• babysitter certification
• water safety training
• disaster management program (includes personal disaster assistance and personal preparedness)
• volunteer services

Meal and transportation programs provided to Brant County

Disaster services available to Brant, Haldimand & Norfolk

Provides in-home nursing services through three pillars of care

Taking Care

• caring companionship
  
• groceries and errands
  
• light housekeeping
  
• outings and community experiences
  
• transportation to and from appointments

Enriched Care

• activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, and toileting
  
• Alzheimer's and dementia support
  
• ensure home safety
  
• meal preparation and assistance (if required)
  
• medication management (and reminders)

Vital Care

• end of life care
  
• live-in caring
  
• skilled nurse caring
  
• special needs caring
  
• wound care, post-operative caring, complex caring

Non-emergency ambulance transportation, can transport clients in wheelchair and stretcher accessible vehicles, for both local and long distance service

Links volunteers with those who need a ride to medical appointments, to run errands, visit or shop. 24 hours notice is required and service is dependent on volunteer availability.