In partnership with CMHA - York Region, the Aging at Home program provides support services to individuals who identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Metis, Inuit), aged 45 and up that reside in the York and South Simcoe regions such as: Home visits/companionship
• Light housekeeping
• Transportation (to medical appointments, grocery stores, pharmacy, group programs, etc.)
• Congregate dining/feasts
• Culturally based group programs (ex. Traditional crafts, cooking, drum circles)
There are options for your daughters and sons to get further community support. We recognize the unique and long-term impact that social isolation and uncertainty can have on the mental health and well-being of young people. In an effort to counteract these effects, BBBSY has been working hard to adapt existing services and develop new programs to ensure children and youth in our community still have access to the Mentors they need to get through this difficult time. Please check out the programs.
From the home page, hover your mouse over "We Offer" at the top of the page. You will find information on the following and more:
Adult Day Program Virtual Programs
Personal Care
Meals on Wheels
Care Management
Chat group for men age 55+
English conversation groups
Caregiver support group in Cantonese
Care management support groups
Located in Vaughan, the clothing and footwear firm that supplies clothing and specialty footwear to seniors and the physically challenged, providing easy dressing solutions for any level of mobility * adaptive clothing and footwear is designed specifically for those facing physical challenges or for elderly seniors with arthritic, handicapped, disabled and/or lowered mobility issues * adaptive clothing incorporates domes/snaps, VELCRO, Easy Touch and Zipper closures in order to facilitate ease of dressing * free shipping and discount offers available
This resource is about your rights at work under the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA). The ESA has minimum standards that employers must follow. https://www.cleo.on.ca/en/publications/rightswrk
This resource is about rights that workers may have if they are fired or laid off. It explains some of the rights workers have under the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA) and other laws. https://www.cleo.on.ca/sites/default/files/book_pdfs/beenfired.pdf
The Second Chance Clothing Depot and Food Closet are located in Sharon. If you or your children need clothes, you can find good quality free clothing which is open Weds mornings from 9:30-12.
Rosie’s Closet provides young mothers with access to baby clothing and essential items including food, diapers and wipes, baby formula and women’s toiletries. It is located in Newmarket out of the Rose of Sharon building.
Rose of Sharon offers multiple FREE core programs and services designed to meet the specific needs and interests of young mothers and their children.
Located in Newmarket, Blue Door’s emergency housing services for youth offers a supportive environment for up to 12 male youth at a time. programs provide support for youth in housing placement, housing retention, and homelessness prevention.
Join us every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in Sharon at 7:30 pm as LGBTQ youth and allies gather to build community and have fun! For ages 12-17 (18+ youth can come as mentors). There is also a parent’s group that runs at the same time in another location at the church on the 4th Wednesday of the month.
Some highlights of the programs include programs for seniors who feel isolated, South Asian Adult Day Program, and a Fall Prevention Program. There is also resident led programs such as Zumba and Tai Chi and more.
Porter Place is the only emergency housing facility for men experiencing homelessness in York Region and can serve 30 individuals.
A care home is a place you rent, where you get health care services, attendant care, or help with daily living. If you live in a care home, you are a tenant and have legal rights. https://www.cleo.on.ca/sites/default/files/book_pdfs/carehome.pdf
The Residential Tenancies Act sets the rules for rent increases, evictions, repairs, and many other issues that affect tenants. https://www.cleo.on.ca/sites/default/files/book_pdfs/tenantaccess.pdf
This publication is for front-line workers and advocates working with people who:
■ are not Canadian citizens,
■ have been charged with or convicted of a crime in Canada,
■ have or may have a mental illness.
https://www.cleo.on.ca/sites/default/files/book_pdfs/mentill.pdf
Did you know...If you are going to have a baby or adopt a child, Ontario law says you can take time off work without losing your job. This is called taking a leave. https://www.cleo.on.ca/en/publications/pregparnt
When parents separate, they need to decide how they will take care of their children. They have to make important decisions about things. Find out more by reading this pamphlet. https://www.cleo.on.ca/sites/default/files/book_pdfs/custodyaccess.pdf
The JRCC Furniture Depot (FD) is a non-profit program through the JRCC that aims to give free furniture to families and individuals in need.
Moving to a new country or region can be an exciting but stressful process. York Region has developed a Newcomer Guide that provides useful information to help you and your family settle in York Region quickly and easily. Here are programs and resources to help you settle such as:
Moving Around - Using public transportation
Living - Finding a place to stay and to live
Staying Healthy - Accessing health care
Learning - Registering your child in school or finding language classes
Working - Finding a job and working in York Region
Staying Safe - Getting to know York Region’s emergency services
Having Fun - Enjoying the many things to see and do in York Region
Municipal Government - Learning more about York Region’s local government