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The provincial website provides the ability to find registered vendors for all aspects of the Assistive Devices Program (ADP), through the "Find a Vendor and Apply" feature.
Each individual database can be searched by city/town, postal code, or company name
Follow the following links for more information:
Artificial Eyes and Facial Prosthetics
Communication Aids
Custom Orthotic Braces, Compression Garments and Lymphedema Pumps
Diabetes Equipment and Supplies
Enteral-feeding Pumps and Ostomy Supplies
*Note: Enteral-feeding pump and ostomy supply vendors are not registered: "You choose where you buy the supplies. Your doctor, the nurse practitioner or nutritional specialist can help you find a retailer near you."
Hearing Devices
Home Oxygen Therapy
Mobility Aids
Prosthetic Breasts or Limbs
Respiratory Equipment and Supplies
Visual Aids
Each individual database can be searched by city/town, postal code, or company name
Follow the following links for more information:
Artificial Eyes and Facial Prosthetics
Communication Aids
Custom Orthotic Braces, Compression Garments and Lymphedema Pumps
Diabetes Equipment and Supplies
Enteral-feeding Pumps and Ostomy Supplies
*Note: Enteral-feeding pump and ostomy supply vendors are not registered: "You choose where you buy the supplies. Your doctor, the nurse practitioner or nutritional specialist can help you find a retailer near you."
Hearing Devices
Home Oxygen Therapy
Mobility Aids
Prosthetic Breasts or Limbs
Respiratory Equipment and Supplies
Visual Aids
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Offers ministry and Anglican worship in a traditional setting.
Hygiene & Food Pantry available once per month for those in need. Upon registration, clients will be given a individual shopping list. Items will be shopped for them on a monthly basis. Changes to shopping list can be made monthly. Items be bagged and handed out once a month.
Some of the items available at the pantry include, but are not limited to, the following:
Now offering a daily takeout breakfast to those in need. Also offer a Christmas Day Community Dinner to anyone in need. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please contact the church for information about each program.
Hygiene & Food Pantry available once per month for those in need. Upon registration, clients will be given a individual shopping list. Items will be shopped for them on a monthly basis. Changes to shopping list can be made monthly. Items be bagged and handed out once a month.
Some of the items available at the pantry include, but are not limited to, the following:
- perishable and non-perishable food
- shampoo
- laundry detergent and cleaning products
- toilet paper
- deodorant and other personal care items
- diapers
- feminine hygiene products
- bladder control products
Now offering a daily takeout breakfast to those in need. Also offer a Christmas Day Community Dinner to anyone in need. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please contact the church for information about each program.
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Programs include:
Utility Assistance: Provides intake for the Niagara Emergency Energy Fund (NEEF) and the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) for emergency financial assistance for low income households facing disconnection (gas or hydro). Also provides intake for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) to lower electricity bills for low-income households.
Clothing: St Vincent de Paul clothing vouchers
Koats for Kids: provides donated winter apparel to children and adults. Call the centre for details - 905-788-0744 ext 221
Trusteeship: assists clients in effective budgeting * ensuring rent and bills are paid directly to the landlord and service providers to prevent evictions/disconnections
Dental: Brushed Aside partner agency - Limited assistance available for the treatment of pain/infection or dentures provided through a partnership with the United Way and other local agencies.
Our Sight Program: assists clients with obtaining prescription eyeglasses
Homelessness Prevention Coordinator: provide housing information, assistance with goal setting, advocacy and emotional support
Kacey Lynn Fund: financial assistance to eligible families with children encountering health and dental expenses beyond their income and/or health benefits
Utility Assistance: Provides intake for the Niagara Emergency Energy Fund (NEEF) and the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) for emergency financial assistance for low income households facing disconnection (gas or hydro). Also provides intake for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) to lower electricity bills for low-income households.
Clothing: St Vincent de Paul clothing vouchers
Koats for Kids: provides donated winter apparel to children and adults. Call the centre for details - 905-788-0744 ext 221
Trusteeship: assists clients in effective budgeting * ensuring rent and bills are paid directly to the landlord and service providers to prevent evictions/disconnections
Dental: Brushed Aside partner agency - Limited assistance available for the treatment of pain/infection or dentures provided through a partnership with the United Way and other local agencies.
Our Sight Program: assists clients with obtaining prescription eyeglasses
Homelessness Prevention Coordinator: provide housing information, assistance with goal setting, advocacy and emotional support
Kacey Lynn Fund: financial assistance to eligible families with children encountering health and dental expenses beyond their income and/or health benefits
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A non-profit organization dedicated to assisting and responding to the challenge to caregivers of finding loved ones who due to their cognitive ability have a tendency to wander * participants wear a bracelet transmitter that emits a tracking signal once every second
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Provides a wide range of services on an individual case basis including:
Offers confidential one-on-one service to clients and refer when required. All services are free of charge.
- advocacy
- assistance with domestic abuse situations
- addictions
- emergency food
- crisis situations
- transportation
- may offer financial assistance for emergency medical need
- offer referrals for education and employment
- Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program
- information for landlords and tenants
- assisting clients and landlords with housing clients
- supports in maintaining housing and transitional housing moving forward
- program and information on rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants
- Koats for Kids
- Give a Gift, Adopt-A-Family at Christmas
- Back Packs for Back to School
Offers confidential one-on-one service to clients and refer when required. All services are free of charge.
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Food and clothing services available to those in need.
Emergency medical/dental vision care assistance available on case by case basis dependent on available funds. (Dental cleaning/scaling not applicable)
Back to School Snacks & Sneakers program in late August (backpacks and school supplies while supplies last)
Tax clinic available year round
Emergency medical/dental vision care assistance available on case by case basis dependent on available funds. (Dental cleaning/scaling not applicable)
Back to School Snacks & Sneakers program in late August (backpacks and school supplies while supplies last)
Tax clinic available year round
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Ontario Disability Support Program
1-800-263-5413 ; IVR 1-800-808-2268 Office: 905-688-3022
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Helps people with disabilities who are in financial need pay for living expenses, like food and housing.
The program provides eligible people with disabilities with:
Income Support - helps people with disabilities who are in financial need pay for living expenses, like food and housing.
Employment Supports - helps people with disabilities who can and want to work prepare for and find a job.
If a person is receiving ODSP Income support, the individual and their family may be eligible to receive health benefits including prescription drugs, dental care, vision care, medical supplies, transportation to medical appointments.
Extended Health Benefit If someone does not qualify for ODSP income support due to excess income from other sources, they may qualify for the Extended Health Benefit. It may help with the cost of prescription drugs, basic dental care, vision care, medical supplies, transportation to medical appointments, assistive devices including hearing aids.
The program provides eligible people with disabilities with:
Income Support - helps people with disabilities who are in financial need pay for living expenses, like food and housing.
Employment Supports - helps people with disabilities who can and want to work prepare for and find a job.
If a person is receiving ODSP Income support, the individual and their family may be eligible to receive health benefits including prescription drugs, dental care, vision care, medical supplies, transportation to medical appointments.
Extended Health Benefit If someone does not qualify for ODSP income support due to excess income from other sources, they may qualify for the Extended Health Benefit. It may help with the cost of prescription drugs, basic dental care, vision care, medical supplies, transportation to medical appointments, assistive devices including hearing aids.
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Transportation: Assists with the cost of transportation to out of town emergency appointments such as emergency medical appointments. Documentation must be provided to receive a bus ticket or gas vouchers. Families can also receive local transit tickets from Project SHARE to return home after accessing service.
Clothing Referral: Partners with Goodwill Industries and St. Andrew's United Church Shoulder to Shoulder Program to provide clothing necessities for families living below the poverty line in Niagara Falls. Clients can obtain a referral letter from Project SHARE to receive clothing items such as jackets and boots from one of these agencies. Note: Project SHARE does not accept donations of used clothing.
Prescriptions/Eyeglasses: Funding available to assist clients with emergency prescriptions. Families can access this program once per year. Staff may be able to assist the client obtain the necessary medications required through other funding sources. Not able to help with any pain-killers or narcotic products. May be able to provide financial assistance toward the purchase of eyeglasses.
CTFS Jumpstart Snacks n' Sneakers Program: Provides new backpacks, running shoes, school supplies and snacks to school aged children in low income families. Client registration takes place in May and supplies are distributed in August.
Clothing Referral: Partners with Goodwill Industries and St. Andrew's United Church Shoulder to Shoulder Program to provide clothing necessities for families living below the poverty line in Niagara Falls. Clients can obtain a referral letter from Project SHARE to receive clothing items such as jackets and boots from one of these agencies. Note: Project SHARE does not accept donations of used clothing.
Prescriptions/Eyeglasses: Funding available to assist clients with emergency prescriptions. Families can access this program once per year. Staff may be able to assist the client obtain the necessary medications required through other funding sources. Not able to help with any pain-killers or narcotic products. May be able to provide financial assistance toward the purchase of eyeglasses.
CTFS Jumpstart Snacks n' Sneakers Program: Provides new backpacks, running shoes, school supplies and snacks to school aged children in low income families. Client registration takes place in May and supplies are distributed in August.
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Community Care, St Catharines and Thorold, St Catharines - North St
Office: 905-685-1349Visit Website
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Emergency medical/dental vision care assistance available on case by case basis dependent on available funds (dental cleaning/scaling not applicable)
Life skills training includes Savoury Samplings Program & Community Gardens.
Back to School Snacks & Sneakers program in late August (backpacks and school supplies while supplies last)
Shelter issues are addressed through the Housing Help Program. Trusteeships are provided to those experiencing money management issues. Assistance with replacing ID for registered clients is available through the housing program.
Administers the Canadian Tire Jumpstart program for St Catharines residents. Jumpstart provides financially disadvantaged children, aged 4-18 years, with the opportunity to participate in sports and recreational activities. Call 905-685-1349 ext 228 for more information.
Life skills training includes Savoury Samplings Program & Community Gardens.
Back to School Snacks & Sneakers program in late August (backpacks and school supplies while supplies last)
Shelter issues are addressed through the Housing Help Program. Trusteeships are provided to those experiencing money management issues. Assistance with replacing ID for registered clients is available through the housing program.
Administers the Canadian Tire Jumpstart program for St Catharines residents. Jumpstart provides financially disadvantaged children, aged 4-18 years, with the opportunity to participate in sports and recreational activities. Call 905-685-1349 ext 228 for more information.
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Supports for people living with vision loss * research, public education, and vision health services * assists with building confidence, skills, and providing opportunities to fully participate in life
- peer support * groups, one-on-one mentorship, phone, or online
- home-based support (Vision Mate)
- support for students and parents (Beyond the Classroom)
- culture, recreation and sport programs
- youth empowerment programs
- advocacy groups and education
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Emergency Medical Services - Automated External Defibrillator Loan Program
Office: 905-984-5050Visit Website
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Defibrillators are available to rent for up to 72 hours free of charge for community and family events.
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COVID-19: Hall location closed. Services remain open. For virtual and distance services please check Facebook page for details on events. Bingo nights suspended until further notice.
A service club that raises funds for local projects and supports Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) which helps with sight related issues and disaster relief all over the world. Supplies Dog Guides to various individuals who are in need.
May be able to help with the purchase of glasses in an emergency, for those on a very low income. A written application must be made before the purchase of the glasses. For information only contact the Lions Hall Chairman at 905-356-6943. Also accepts donations of used glasses to distribute to third world countries.
The Stamford Lioness Club consisting of all women also meets at the hall and supports many of the same goals as the Lions plus Project Share and Mental Health.
A service club that raises funds for local projects and supports Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) which helps with sight related issues and disaster relief all over the world. Supplies Dog Guides to various individuals who are in need.
May be able to help with the purchase of glasses in an emergency, for those on a very low income. A written application must be made before the purchase of the glasses. For information only contact the Lions Hall Chairman at 905-356-6943. Also accepts donations of used glasses to distribute to third world countries.
The Stamford Lioness Club consisting of all women also meets at the hall and supports many of the same goals as the Lions plus Project Share and Mental Health.
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A service club that raises funds for local projects and supports Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) which helps with sight related issues and disaster relief all over the world. Supporting local community.
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Provide services for clients who require support from stroke, dementia or other cognitive and aging issues. Services include:
- Kinesiologist on staff to address slip and fall prevention, mobility assessments, assistive device recommendations and wellness promotion
- Community transportation and support with activities such as grocery shopping, banking, attending medical appointments
- Home care and support with activities of daily living, meal preparation and general household responsibilities
- Support through daily routines and socialization/isolation issues; cognitive and behavioural support including assistance with memory strategies, risk management and communication deficits
- Advocacy and elder abuse prevention
- Caregiver respite
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Vendor of assistive devices, including daily living aids, cell phones suitable for older adults, and alarm and appointment reminder devices. Also provides consultation, training, and after sales support.
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Programs include:
Food Bank: Available once per month for perishable and non-perishable grocery pickup, and once per week for perishable items such as fresh produce, bread and any items we may have an excess of.
Housing: Provides support in completion of Niagara Regional Housing applications. Assesses the need for and makes referrals to partners and emergency shelters.
Utility Assistance: Provides intake for the Niagara Emergency Energy Fund (NEEF) for emergency financial assistance for low income households facing disconnection (gas or hydro). Also provides intake for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) to lower electricity bills for low-income households.
Dental Assistance: Brushed Aside partner agency. Provide access to dental care for adults in need of dental treatment for pain/infection or dentures.
Identification Clinic: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, assists clients with replacing birth certificates, citizenship cards, records of landing, marriage certificates, health cards, and delayed statements of birth. Clients can also access safe storage of identifications.
Trusteeship: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, provides money management and direct distribution of funds to eligible clients.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart: Provides financially disadvantaged children, aged 4-18 years, with the opportunity to participate in sports and recreational activities.
Back to School Program: Provides a backpack filled with school supplies to children and youth from low-income families. Works in partnership with the Jumpstart Sneaker Program in providing a new pair of sneakers. Clients can call the main number or email clientservices@communitycarewn.ca to register.
Birthday Program: Registered clients can select gifts for their children's birthdays.
CCWN gratefully accepts donations of fresh perishable and nonperishable food items. Please drop off donations at receiving area (rear of building) Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm.
Food Bank: Available once per month for perishable and non-perishable grocery pickup, and once per week for perishable items such as fresh produce, bread and any items we may have an excess of.
Housing: Provides support in completion of Niagara Regional Housing applications. Assesses the need for and makes referrals to partners and emergency shelters.
Utility Assistance: Provides intake for the Niagara Emergency Energy Fund (NEEF) for emergency financial assistance for low income households facing disconnection (gas or hydro). Also provides intake for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) to lower electricity bills for low-income households.
Dental Assistance: Brushed Aside partner agency. Provide access to dental care for adults in need of dental treatment for pain/infection or dentures.
Identification Clinic: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, assists clients with replacing birth certificates, citizenship cards, records of landing, marriage certificates, health cards, and delayed statements of birth. Clients can also access safe storage of identifications.
Trusteeship: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, provides money management and direct distribution of funds to eligible clients.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart: Provides financially disadvantaged children, aged 4-18 years, with the opportunity to participate in sports and recreational activities.
Back to School Program: Provides a backpack filled with school supplies to children and youth from low-income families. Works in partnership with the Jumpstart Sneaker Program in providing a new pair of sneakers. Clients can call the main number or email clientservices@communitycarewn.ca to register.
Birthday Program: Registered clients can select gifts for their children's birthdays.
CCWN gratefully accepts donations of fresh perishable and nonperishable food items. Please drop off donations at receiving area (rear of building) Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm.
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Programs include:
Food Bank: Available once per month for perishable and non-perishable grocery pickup, and once per week for perishable items such as fresh produce, bread and any items we may have an excess of.
Housing: Provides support in completion of Niagara Regional Housing applications. Assesses the need for and makes referrals to partners and emergency shelters.
Utility Assistance: Provides intake for the Niagara Emergency Energy Fund (NEEF) for emergency financial assistance for low income households facing disconnection (gas or hydro). Also provides intake for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) to lower electricity bills for low-income households.
Dental Assistance: Brushed Aside partner agency. Provide access to dental care for adults in need of dental treatment for pain/infection or dentures.
Identification Clinic: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, assists clients with replacing birth certificates, citizenship cards, records of landing, marriage certificates, health cards, and delayed statements of birth. Clients can also access safe storage of identifications.
Trusteeship: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, provides money management and direct distribution of funds to eligible clients.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart: Provides financially disadvantaged children, aged 4-18 years, with the opportunity to participate in sports and recreational activities.
Back to School Program: Provides a backpack filled with school supplies to children and youth from low-income families. Works in partnership with the Jumpstart Sneaker Program in providing a new pair of sneakers. Clients can call the main number or email clientservices@communitycarewn.ca to register.
Birthday Program: Registered clients can select gifts for their children's birthdays.
CCWN gratefully accepts donations of fresh perishable and nonperishable food items. Please drop off donations at receiving area (rear of building) Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm.
Food Bank: Available once per month for perishable and non-perishable grocery pickup, and once per week for perishable items such as fresh produce, bread and any items we may have an excess of.
Housing: Provides support in completion of Niagara Regional Housing applications. Assesses the need for and makes referrals to partners and emergency shelters.
Utility Assistance: Provides intake for the Niagara Emergency Energy Fund (NEEF) for emergency financial assistance for low income households facing disconnection (gas or hydro). Also provides intake for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) to lower electricity bills for low-income households.
Dental Assistance: Brushed Aside partner agency. Provide access to dental care for adults in need of dental treatment for pain/infection or dentures.
Identification Clinic: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, assists clients with replacing birth certificates, citizenship cards, records of landing, marriage certificates, health cards, and delayed statements of birth. Clients can also access safe storage of identifications.
Trusteeship: In partnership with Community Care St Catharines, provides money management and direct distribution of funds to eligible clients.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart: Provides financially disadvantaged children, aged 4-18 years, with the opportunity to participate in sports and recreational activities.
Back to School Program: Provides a backpack filled with school supplies to children and youth from low-income families. Works in partnership with the Jumpstart Sneaker Program in providing a new pair of sneakers. Clients can call the main number or email clientservices@communitycarewn.ca to register.
Birthday Program: Registered clients can select gifts for their children's birthdays.
CCWN gratefully accepts donations of fresh perishable and nonperishable food items. Please drop off donations at receiving area (rear of building) Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm.
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Community physiotherapy clinic * health professionals assess and treat conditions that affect the muscles, nerves, and bones that may be caused by work or sports or motor vehicle collision injuries, chronic conditions, or to recover after an operation (hip and knee surgery)
- physiotherapy
- occupational therapy
- bracing
- registered massage therapy
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| A registered, not for profit community agency that provides social service assistance to members of the Grimsby community who are experiencing financial hardship. Services ensure those in need receive the basic provision of food security (i.e. food bank and holiday hampers), housing assistance (i.e. rent and utility assistance), health and wellbeing support (i.e. medical and dental assistance), a Back-to-School Program, and a retail store that is available for all in the community. Utility Assistance: Provides intake for the Niagara Emergency Energy Fund (NEEF) and the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) for emergency financial assistance for low income households facing gas or hydro (Grimsby Power) disconnection. |
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Program provides no name prescription eyewear to those working individuals not eligible for social assistance, personal benefits, Indian affairs or veterans affairs plans. Contact the charitable organizations listed in the application field for referral. Do not contact stores directly.
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Canada-wide bilingual information service provides information about cancer, community resources, and other cancer-related topics to patients, families, general public, and health professionals. Information is available through the phone or online through the Community Services Locator.
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Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton Support Services
1-888-343-1017 Office: 905-529-7030 x209
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Programs, services, education and on-going support for individuals with dementia, as well as, support for family members and caregivers. Information, education and consultation services to community organizations and local health care agencies is also provided.
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Provides free loans of health equipment to individuals living with cancer. Equipment available includes: wheelchairs, commodes, rollators, walkers, bath rails etc.
All equipment is sanitized and tested for safety prior to loan.
All equipment is sanitized and tested for safety prior to loan.
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Provides people living with cancer free personal care products such as wigs and head coverings, nutritional supplements, mastectomy garments, and incontinence items.
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Provides education on hearing loss, tinnitus, and hearing aid technology to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as free hearing tests for clients aged 50+. Also offers sales of hearing aids, batteries, and hearing protection.
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