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Community & Social Services

Connects you to non-emergency community and social services and government supports in your area in many languages 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.

Oneida Nation Of the Thames - Community Development

Offers employment support, skills training, and career development programs for Oneida community members.

Oneida Nation of the Thames - Health and Wellness

Offers wholistic community health programs including mental-health services.

Ontario Caregiver Helpline

Support for family and friend caregivers

A free, 24/7 helpline offering practical advice, emotional support, and resources for anyone caring for a loved one in Ontario.

Ontario Caregiver Organization's Navigation Services

Help with finding home and community care options and support groups.

Ontario Health at Home (Access to Long Term Care)

Helps assess eligibility and apply for long-term care homes; provides care in licensed facilities.

Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General's Victim/Witness Assistance

Oversees the justice system and ensures access to justice for vulnerable populations.

Queer Events

A hub for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals in Elgin County, providing information on social gatherings, community programs, and inclusive events that foster connection and support.

Queer Qlub

Queer Qlub is a welcoming social and support group for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 12-18 in Elgin County, offering activities, peer connection, and a safe space to build community.

Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority

A registry providing detailed information on licensed retirement homes.

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Helpline

Helplines for non-English speakers (Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Farsi-Dari, Ukrainian).

Salvation Army

Provides emergency assistance, food support, clothing, and household items.

Salvation Army's Emergency Financial Assistance

Provides short-term financial support for essential needs such as rent, utilities, food, and clothing.

Salvation Army's Emergency Food Assistance

Provides immediate food support, including groceries and meal hampers.

Salvation Army's Emergency Travel Assistance

Financial help or vouchers for urgent outreach-services needs.

Service Canada

Provides career planning, resume support, access to Job Bank, and Employment Insurance (EI) information.

Southwestern Public Health's Dental Clinics

Provides preventive and restorative dental care for children, youth, and eligible adults.

Southwestern Public Health's Local Food Programs

Connects residents to food supports including community meals, food banks, and discounted fresh produce.

Southwestern Public Health's Needle Exchange

Provides free access to clean injection/inhalation supplies and disposal.

St Thomas Bus Service

Public transit service providing fixed-route buses and on-demand rides.

St Thomas Credit Counselling

Offers financial guidance, budgeting support, debt management advice, and credit counselling.

St Thomas Seniors' Centre

Offers programs, social activities, and support services for older adults.

St Thomas-Elgin Social Services Social Housing

Provides subsidized, rent-geared-to-income housing and support programs.

Steps to Justice

A free legal information website with guides, checklists, and forms.

Strongest Families Institute

Provides evidence-based mental health programs online and by phone.

The Annex

A free, compassionate service offering addiction support groups, counselling, peer support, and referrals for mental-health, medical, dental, legal, financial and housing assistance.

The Family Central's Food Security Program

Provides food support, including grocery hampers and emergency food assistance.

The Grace Cafe

Offers free or low-cost meals to community members in need.

The Nameless Harm Reduction Outreach Services

Provides low-barrier support, harm reduction supplies, and outreach.

VON Middlesex-Elgin's Volunteer Visiting Program

Matches volunteers with older adults or adults with disabilities for companionship.

WECHC's Community Food Programs

Provides access to nutritious food through community meals, food hampers, and nutrition support.

WECHC's Rural Homeless Systems Navigator

Provides support for homeless/at-risk individuals, including landlord mediation and eviction notices.

WECHC's Systems Navigator

Helps understand/access health and social services, and applying for benefits like ODSP or EI.