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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.
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A social enterprise/farm share community, working with multiple farmers, businesses and distributors to provide local product to Niagara residents. For every subscription produce box bought, a bag of free produce is provided to various community groups within the region, as well as on site, to those in need.
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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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Seniors Services - Seniors Community Programs: Niagara Gatekeepers Program
Office: 905-684-0968Administration: 905-984-2621
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Phone line that anyone in the community can call to help connect at-risk older adults with programs and services. The Niagara Gatekeeper program works in collaboration with local partner agencies.
Referrals are made to the most appropriate partner agency. Upon consent from the older adult, the partner agency will provide education around local programs and assist in the coordination of referrals to a range of services and supports.
Services are intended to help individuals remain safe and independent at home for as long as possible. The referral line is confidential and callers may remain anonymous..
A senior showing the following signs may need assistance:
Referrals are made to the most appropriate partner agency. Upon consent from the older adult, the partner agency will provide education around local programs and assist in the coordination of referrals to a range of services and supports.
Services are intended to help individuals remain safe and independent at home for as long as possible. The referral line is confidential and callers may remain anonymous..
A senior showing the following signs may need assistance:
- difficulty communicating, including confusion, memory loss, becoming withdrawn, hostile or angry
- changes to personal appearance, including poor hygiene, grooming, wearing dirty or inappropriate clothing
- deteriorating home conditions, including extreme neglect or disrepair, bad odoiurs, excessive clutter, neglected pets, lack of food
- deteriorating health such as difficulty seeing, speaking or hearing, poor mobility or balance, recent falls, significant weigh loss, injuries or untreated wounds
- decreased ability to handle money or pay bills
- unusual transactions
- inability to cope with the recent loss of a spouse or family member, friend or pet
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COVID-19: Due to efforts to minimize exposure and adhere to health and safety protocols, delivery is only available from Sobey's grocery store at this time. Contact-free delivery available Please note that alternatives may be provided and should be specified at time of order Next-day delivery service only, same day delivery may be limited at this time
A commercial delivery service providing delivery to homes from grocery stores : Sobey's, Commisso's, Fresh Co., Food Basics, No Frills, Zehr'S, Metro, Giant Tiger.
A commercial delivery service providing delivery to homes from grocery stores : Sobey's, Commisso's, Fresh Co., Food Basics, No Frills, Zehr'S, Metro, Giant Tiger.
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CSSN staff assist in placing on-line grocery orders for seniors and adults with disabilities. Volunteers provide contactless delivery of the grocery order to the client's home.
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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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| Geared towards linking education institutions, their newcomers and domestic students, with experiential learning opportunities Services include: Links for Greener Schools Food literacy, waste management and gardening program designed for elementary and secondary schools. Offers workshops, cooking classes, school campaigns, waste audits and garden development. Environmental Awareness and Education for Newcomers Series of workshops designed to help newcomers develop awareness and skills in the area of waste management, water and energy conservation. Growing Diversity Garden
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Provides fresh and affordable produce that are purchased from local farmers and wholesalers. The goal of the GFB is to provide a way to families who cannot afford it access to fresh healthy food. Each month, boxes will be delivered to central host sites that are easy to access throughout the Niagara Region. Available to anyone in the Niagara Region who will benefit from the program. Contact goodfood@linksforgreenerlearning.org for information or to order.
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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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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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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.
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Community meals for migrant farmworkers from Mexico and Central America.
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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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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 in Hagersville
- 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, 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, including family and friends
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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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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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A community support service that provides grocery delivery services to eligible seniors and adults with disabilities who live within the City of Hamilton. Takes individualized grocery lists from clients, shops in the store of the client's choice, and if required puts the groceries away upon delivery. There is a service charge based on the amount of the grocery bill.
If a client is in need of the service, but is not in charge of their finances, the program will work with their caregiver and shop for them and deliver. An extra charge is added to this service.
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Good Food Box is a non-profit program that makes healthy fresh produce affordable and accessible to everyone.
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Worship services:
Groups and Programs:
- Good Food Box Program (pay monthly for box of food), contact Patti Eix 905-849-1109
- Ladies Club
- Mens Club
- Choir
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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
- hot meals delivered daily by volunteers (no delivery on statutory holidays)
- frozen meals delivered weekly (suitable for oven or microwave reheating)
Special diets can be accommodated, including:
- diabetic
- low fat
- low residue
- low cholesterol
- low sodium
- gluten free
- allergies
- renal
- minced
- pureed
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Assisting with the spiritual and material needs of the poor regardless of race, creed, or colour
- provides visits to the sick, poor, elderly, imprisoned and offer emergency food and shelter
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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 in Hagersville
- 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, 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, including family and friends
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Provides delivered meals for residents who are unable to attend to their own nutritional needs, yet wish to continue living independently in the community. Volunteers are selected through a screening process and provide social contact as well as monitor the well-being of the client.
Meals on Wheels (Frozen) - Clients are given several frozen meal options to choose from and special dietary items are also available. All meals can be easily reheated in a microwave or conventional oven.
Meals on Wheels (Hot) - Affordable, hot, and nutritious meals, delivered to clients' doors.
Meals on Wheels (Frozen) - Clients are given several frozen meal options to choose from and special dietary items are also available. All meals can be easily reheated in a microwave or conventional oven.
Meals on Wheels (Hot) - Affordable, hot, and nutritious meals, delivered to clients' doors.
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How to Find - Food Banks & Community Meals
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This listing summarizes the day-by-day open hours for all food and meal programs in Burlington
- food banks usually have a wide selection and stock of items, food cupboards/pantries may have a smaller number and selection
- some may require proof of residency or income, see each listing for details
- all community meals are free, open to everyone and drop-in, unless otherwise specified
CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM, AS HOURS MAY CHANGE, OR BE SUBJECT TO VOLUNTEER SCHEDULES
Monday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 12 noon-3:30 pm Compassion Society Emergency Food Cupboard, 1881 Fairview St, 905-592-3722
- 1 pm-4 pm by appointment only Salvation Army Burlington, Food Bank, 5040 Mainway, 289-230-2556
Tuesday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 11 am-6 pm Food for Life Mountainside Market, 2258 Mountainside Drive, 905-635-1106
- 9:45 am-11 am Food for Life Neighbourhood Food Program at St Luke's Anglican Church, 1371 Elgin St, 905-634-1826
- 2 pm-6 pm, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Warwick, Our Community Cares - Food Pantry, 702 Surrey Lane
- 2 pm-6 pm, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Warwick, Our Community Cares - Infant Food Bank, 702 Surrey Lane
- 2 pm-6 pm, 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Burloak, Our Community Cares - Food Pantry, 356 Burloak Dr
- 2 pm-6 pm, 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Burloak, Our Community Cares - Infant Food Bank, 356 Burloak Dr
- 3:30 pm-6 pm Open Doors Community Market at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
- 6 pm Open Doors Community Dinner at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
Wednesday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-11:30 am by appointment only Salvation Army Burlington, Food Bank, 5040 Mainway, 289-230-2556
- 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 11:30 am, 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesday of the month (Oct-May) St Luke's Anglican Church Community Lunch, Parish Hall 1382 Ontario St
- 4 pm-7 pm Compassion Society Emergency Food Cupboard, 1881 Fairview St, 905-592-3722
Thursday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-12 noon and 1 pm-4 pm by appointment only Salvation Army Burlington, Food Bank, 5040 Mainway, 289-230-2556
- 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 11 am-6 pm Food for Life Mountainside Market, 2258 Mountainside Drive, 905-635-1106
- 12 noon-1 pm Next Door Social Space Lunch, 650 Plains Rd E
- 12 noon Open Doors Seniors Lunch at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
- 5 pm-7 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
Friday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-5 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 9:30 am-10:30 am Food for Life Neighbourhood Food Program at Grace United Church, 2111 Walkers Line, 905-335-0090
- 12 noon, monthly Sep-Jun (see website for dates), Calvary Baptist Church Seniors Lunch, 2458 St Frances Dr, 905-336-7332
- 12 noon-2 pm Friday Hub & Lunch, Wellington Square United Church, 2121 Caroline St, 905-634-1849
- 12 noon-3:30 pm Compassion Society Emergency Food Cupboard, 1881 Fairview St, 905-592-3722
Saturday:
- 9 am-10:30 am, 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month (second Saturday only in December), Compass Point Bible Church, Food Market, 1500 Kerns Rd, 905-336-0500
- 9 am-11 am Next Door Social Space Community Breakfast, 650 Plains Rd E
- 9 am-5 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 9:30 am-12 noon Open Doors Community Market at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
Sunday:
- 12 noon-5 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
FOOD VOUCHERS may be available from:
- Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, see listing for phone numbers
FRESH FOOD BOX FOR HALTON PROGRAM
This is not an emergency food program, but allows pre-ordering of fresh fruits and vegetables at below-retail cost, available in different sized boxes
- for details, see full listing here
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