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• The Monday cafe at 41 Macdonell St. is open from 10 am to 12 pm
• The Tuesday cafe at 41 Macdonell St. is open from 10 am to 12 pm.

• Food pantry services are open at both Chalmers Downtown and Chalmers West locations at regularly scheduled times.
• Guests are asked to bring their own bags to carry food home in.

• 2-3 days' of nutritious food accessible every two weeks, mending service

• 2-3 days of nutritious food accessible every two weeks

• Oversees St Andrew's Presbyterian Church diaper program; diapers available during Chalmers Downtown / Chalmers West hours -- contact 519-822-8778 for information
• Accepts financial donations by mail or canadahelps.org or call the office to set up monthly givings (PAR)

• Adult Day Program (transportation provided to Erin Centre 2000)
• health clinics: hearing clinics, foot care clinics, information sessions (call 519-833-0087)

• for eligible adults 18+ years of age
• services are dependent on volunteer availability

• government forms and program information, information on community services and leisure activities, advocacy, assistance with form filling, caregiver support and information, annual income tax clinics; referrals to other services

• assists residents of Guelph-Eramosa Township and Town of Erin in need of emergency food supplies
• Holiday Hamper program provides festive food and groceries, and gifts for children and family members
• Backpack Program
• EWCS Food Bank maintains many community partnerships (e.g. schools, churches, social clubs)

• sells gently used, seasonal clothing accessories, shoes and books

• transportation services for eligible adults 16+ years of age
• free public internet access
• government forms and pamphlets
• fax, photocopying and laminating
• recreational information
• community outreach and support services
• access to other services and / or referrals including Canadian Mental Health Association, Rural Women's Support, Second Chance Employment, Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County, Immigration and Settlement Services, Probation and Parole Services

• Christmas hamper and gift programs
• referrals to other agencies and programs
• cooking classes and volunteer opportunities
• commercial kitchen shared with nonprofit groups

• crisis support
• youth outreach program
• assistance for families and individuals to maintain safe, affordable housing
• eviction prevention
• income tax completion
• life skills and budgeting assistance
• emergency Hydro Arrears (not all utilities) available for individuals who reside within Centre Wellington and Wellington North including CW Hydro, Wellington North Power, Westario and Hydro One.
• licensed child care centre for ages 18 months-4 yrs of age. Before and After school programs offered as well at various locations in Centre Wellington.
• EarlyON Child and Family Centre programs in Centre Wellington, Wellington North, Minto, Mapleton and East Wellington.
• information and referrals
• volunteer transportation program - central intake and referral for Wellington Transportation Services
• Assistance with food insecurity
• Assistance for families and individuals who are in need of phones or internet support.
• Intake agency for the OESP (Ontario Electricity Support Program) We will assist with applications for this program.

• information, education, advocacy and support for individuals living with or affected by MS
  
• 1:1 Peer Support, Self Help & Support Groups - applications & referral to appropriate groups or programs
  
• Quality of Life Grant - equipment funding information, eligibility and application
  
• information and education on disability forms such as Canadian Pension Plan Disability
  
• information on fundraising initiatives, like MS Walk or Bike, additional programs, services and events
  
• research into the cause and cure of MS

• community information and referral service
• maintains database of government and nonprofit agencies providing human services to Waterloo Region, and other community groups
• publications development and distribution
• telephone answering service for nonprofit groups

Major Services:

• operates a free and confidential telephone information and referral service providing individuals and organizations with current information on services available for residents of Halton Hills
• provides information on:
  • government services and agencies
  • social service organizations
  • support groups
  • health education and support
  • legal services
  • financial assistance
  • housing and landlord tenant issues
  • recreation
  • hobby and interest groups
  • cultural activities
• maintains a walk-in centre that provides free verbal information and referral, houses a large display of free pamphlets, flyers, newspapers, newsletters and brochures and maintains a community notice board
• provides a large variety of directories and various lists of community organizations
• in cooperation with the other Halton information centres, makes available the Halton Community Services Directory
• a member of Halton Information Providers (HIP), the purpose of which is to support the needs of the residents of Halton Region by maintaining consistent and credible standards of community and human service information

• transportation services for eligible adults 16+ years of age
• free public internet access
• government forms and pamphlets
• fax, photocopying and laminating
• recreational information
• community outreach and support services
• access to other services and / or referrals including Canadian Mental Health Association, Rural Women's Support, Second Chance Employment, Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County, Immigration and Settlement Services, Probation and Parole Services

One of the five Halton Information Providers that maintain the Halton Community Services Directory of community services and organizations

• brochures for community services are available all three Milton Public Library locations

Connected Care Halton Ontario Health Team Navigation Line helps people to navigate health and social services available in Halton, and enhance access to healthcare in the community * the line also serves as a central point for coordinating care

• patient care needs assessments
• access and referrals to community based services
• management of Ontario's long-term care home placement process

• access to computers and telephone

A free service of Burlington Public Library that provides personalized, confidential information and referral about human and community services available for seniors, adults, youth and children related to:

• basic needs (food, housing/shelter, material goods, transportation, utilities)
• consumer services (consumer assistance and protection, consumer regulation, tax organizations and services)
• criminal justice and legal services (courts, criminal correctional system, law enforcement services, legal services)
• education (educational institutions/schools, educational programs, educational support services)
• environment and public health/safety (environmental protection and improvement, public health, public safety)
• health care (health screening/diagnostic services, health supportive services, medical laboratories, outpatient health facilities)
• income support and employment (employment, public assistance programs, social insurance programs, temporary financial assistance)
• individual and family life (domestic animal services, individual and family support services, leisure activities/recreation, mutual support)
• mental health and substance use disorder services (mental health assessment and treatment, mental health support services, substance use disorder services)
• organizational/community/international services (arts and culture, community facilities/centres, community groups and government/administrative offices, occupational/professional associations)

One of five Halton Information Providers that maintain the Halton Community Services Directory of community services and organizations

• maintains community information resources at all library branches

• restroom access
• hygiene supplies
• free clothing including socks and underwear
• harm reduction supplies
• referrals to social supports and housing

A weekly check-in program for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in Hamilton. Speqtrum staff check in with participants once a week to chat, listen, provide support, and offer resources in the community. Check ins are offered by email, text, or messages on Facebook or Instagram.

Offering settlement services for newcomer women and gender-diverse folks, providing a comprehensive range of services and support immigrants settling in their new communities. Some of the services offered through this program are:

• One-on-one and group settlement counselling on topics related to housing, education, healthcare, transportation, and more
• Referrals to other community agencies and government services
• Assistance in filling out the forms and applications
• Information sessions with guest speakers from various walks of life
• Assistance with making appointments and connecting with other services

• housing
• health services
• child and youth services
• seniors' services
• home care
• government programs
• libraries
• recreation
• service clubs
• mental health services
• counselling
• financial and social assistance
• disability support programs
• newcomer services
• food banks
• parenting and family programs
• employment services
• transportation

• client-driven self-identified goals, case management and life skills coaching
• support with getting back into school, referrals to supportive housing programs, employment, addictions and mental health services as well as community support and services
• transition planning and follow-up support when graduating from the program

• single room with a warm bed, nutritious food and supports
• shelter for up to 90 days
• referrals to transitional and supportive housing programs, employment, addictions and mental health services as well as community support and services

• peer counselling
• referrals
• Kanawayhitowin "Taking Care of Each Other's Spirit"
• Indigenous seniors 55+ program
• anger management
• Indigenous women's sharing circle (ages 13+)
• community education and training

• provide information on community services and resources for all ages
• connecting children and youth to the services they need
• lead the planning for supports and services through family voice to meet their child's needs
• support children, youth and families over the years and help coordinate the community services that are being received

• Lead Coordinated Service Planning Agency - provide coordinated service planning to families of children and youth with multiple service needs. Service Coordination ensures there is identified staff for each family to lead their service plan and support services, working together to meet each family's unique needs

• Lead Ontario Autism Program Urgent Response Service for Brant, Haldimand-Norfolk, Hamilton, Niagara, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, and Six Nations of the Grand River - provide short-term support for children registered with the Ontario Autism Program who are experiencing new or worsening high-risk behaviours

• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Service Coordination - support to families of children and youth who have FASD or suspected FASD. Providing strategies and connections to community services. FASD Coordinators also offer educational opportunities for caregivers and professionals and support the Brant FASD Caregiver Support Group

• Community Information Brant, Haldimand & Norfolk - a community information website containing information on local community programs and services www.info-bhn.ca