Ontario Social Assistance offers Ontario citizens social assistance such as the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Ontario Works and other benefits. Visit their website for more information. Read more...
Back Door Mission for the Relief of Poverty is a collaboration between several organizations which offers: A medical clinic with doctors and nurses on site; Crisis counselling, harm reduction, withdrawal management, and a calming rest centre; Daily meals and a food pantry; Use of washrooms and showers; Some clothing; Some housing supports; and financial and social assistance. Read more...
Gate 3:16 offers a drop-in centre for those in need (24+). They provide a variety of basic care services such as: Meals; Clothing; Counselling services; Medical Services (Registered Nurse, Optician, Foot Care Specialist) as well as a community centre with space to sit. Visit their website to learn more. Read more...
CMHA offers support for people struggling with their mental health. This support can include housing support, suicide prevention, employment services and counselling. Visit their website for more information. Read more...
Denise House offers: Emergency Shelter for women and children fleeing abuse; a 24/7 crisis and support by telephone or in person at the shelter; Food, clothing and personal necessities; Counselling, safety and goal planning; Children’s Programs; and Legal and court support referrals. Visit their website for more information. Phone: 905-728-7311 Toll-free: 1-800-263-3725 Read more...
The Salvation Army Community & Social Services & Thrift Store (Oshawa) offers services which include include: Food Bank including non-perishable food and fresh food when available; and hygiene and infant supplies. Clients may also be referred to Community and Family Services programs and community resources as necessary, and are provided with spiritual counsel whenever possible. This location of the Salvation Read more...
Simcoe Hall Settlement House provides wellness opportunities through a food bank; and programs to serve children, individuals and families who experience financial and social challenges. They also have a ‘Rummage Room’ with some clothing for sale. Visit their website to learn more. Read more...
The YWCA Durham offers an emergency shelter; long term counselling; supportive housing; recreation opportunities; a thrift shop and other services for women and children experiencing violence. Visit their website for more information. Read more...
The Refuge is a Youth Outreach Centre Offering: Food Programs; Basic Need Programs (Showers and Laundry, Co-Op, Other Needs); Recreation and Counselling Programs (Art, Grief Management, Outdoor Adventure, Counselling, Housing Services, Employment Opportunities, Community); and Educational Programs. Visit their website for more information. Read more...
First Light Foundation of Hope operates a drop-in and outreach centre; and may supply basic nutritional staples, clothing, foot care services, warmth (in winter) and cool (in summer); access to counseling and a support network; and a mobile unit which seeks out individuals in alleyways and streets. Visit their website for more information. Read more...
