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Links2CareGeorgetown Office |
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| Alternate Name | Links to Care ; Links2Kids Early Learning and Childcare Centre ; Meals on Wheels Halton Hills ; Ontario Early Years Centre | ||
| Former Name | Acton Social Services and Information Centre ; ASSIC ; Halton Helping Hands ; Halton Hills Community Support and Information: Georgetown Meals on Wheels | ||
| Contact Numbers | |||
| Office Phone | 905-873-6502; Acton Office, 519-853-3310, 47 Mill St E | ||
| Toll Free Phone | 1-866-920-6502 | ||
| Fax | 905-873-6195 | ||
| Contact Information | |||
| Address & Map | |||
| Located In Community | Georgetown | ||
| Nearest Main Intersection | Mountainview Rd and Armstrong Ave | ||
| Mailing Address | c/o Julie Vail | ||
| Wheelchair Accessibility | Not Accessible | ||
| Organization Email | info@links2care.ca | ||
| Website | www.links2care.ca/ | ||
| Primary Contact | Julie Vail, Director, Human Resources & Corporate Services; Email: jvail@links2care.ca | ||
| Coordinator of Volunteers | Patty Colautti, Volunteer Coordinator; Phone: 905-873-6502 ext 26; Email: pcolautti@links2care.ca | ||
| Primary Executive | Sandra Melhuish, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director; Email: smelhuish@links2care.ca | ||
| Service Details | |||
| Areas Served | Halton Hills | ||
| Description | A multi-service organization supporting people of all ages in the development of a caring and responsive community. Community Support Programs: * information and referral regarding health and social service agencies, community groups and organizations, government resources * assistance and advocacy support to individuals and families who are experiencing difficulties, especially those who have no other place to go or those who are unable to access services without assistance * Income tax clinics for low income clients * Needs Coordination matches those who are in need of household items with those who are able to provide them * Transitional Housing is available for families who are homeless * rent is geared to income * a community support coordinator provides family support * Holiday Hampers provides hampers of children's clothing and toys for families who are experiencing financial difficulties Seniors Programs: Meals on Wheels: * hot nutritious meals at noon, Monday to Friday, to seniors and people with disabilities in Halton Hills Meals on Ice: * clients choose from a varied menu * frozen meals ordered and delivered weekly Wheels to Meals: * a social outing for seniors twice a month * transportation provided to a local restaurant or venue Congregate Dining: * provides a meal and social activities in seniors buildings in Halton Hills Home Maintenance and Repair: * provides help both inside and outside of the home to seniors and persons with disabilities * jobs could include yard maintenance, snow shoveling, painting, window washing, plumbing repairs, electrical repairs and seasonal housecleaning Telephone Assurance: * a scheduled phone call to ensure that all is well Friendly Visiting: * a community support service which brings volunteer "visitors" to the homes of seniors and persons with disabilities Home Help: * providing assistance with light housekeeping and meal preparation Letter Carriers Alert: * provides reassurance and a check on the well-being of those living alone who receive mail delivery to their door * a joint effort between Georgetown and Acton postal workers and Links2Care Client Intervention and Assistance: * provides support for seniors who may be at risk due to a critical change in their life situation * this may include homelessness, bereavement, or isolation * staff will meet with seniors and/or caregivers to offer information regarding programs and services * referrals may also be made to other agencies in an effort to create a sustainable plan, until the situation is stabilized * contact Seniors Coordinator at 905-844-0252 Supportive Housing Program: * program provides essential support services to eligible seniors living at Lakeview Villa in Acton * personal support workers are on site daily to assist residents with their personal care and activities * these may include bathing, dressing, medication reminders, light housekeeping and laundry * contact Anne, Support Services Coordinator 519-853-9916 Youth Programs: * Off the Wall (Acton) * Open Door (Georgetown) * Individual Youth Support available by phone and email Children's Programs: * Georgetown Parent-Child Centre Links2Kids School Age Programs * Acton Parent-Child Resource Centre Parenting Programs: * individual parenting support available * parenting programs available through the Parent Child Resources Centres | ||
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm | ||
| Fees | Program - small fee for some programs | ||
| Languages | English ; Interpretive Services - available as necessary | ||
| Established | 1977 | ||
| Funding | City / Town - Town of Halton Hills ; Regional / Municipal - Halton ; Provincial ; Donations ; United Way ; Private - corporate sponsors ; Foundation | ||
| Service Level | (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity | ||
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| Service Categories | Case/Care Management ~ Older Adults ; Christmas Baskets ; Comprehensive Information and Referral ; Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites ; Directory/Resource List Publication ; Friendly Visiting ; Home Delivered Meals ; Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Services ; Supported Living Services for Adults with Disabilities ; Tax Preparation Assistance ; Telephone Reassurance ; Transitional Housing/Shelter | ||
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