Links2Care - Care at Home for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities

Application

Call * no referral required

Eligibility / Target Population

Persons with permanent disabilities and older adults who need physical, social, or emotional supports

Fees

Varies per program

Executives

Lisa Brading - Chief Executive Offficer
905-844-0252 ext 101 * lbrading@links2care.ca
Fabienne Prior - Director, Quality and Performance
fprior@links2care.ca

Contacts

Deirdre Hogan - Marketing and Communications Coordinator
905-873-6502 * dhogan@links2care.ca

Languages

English

Language Notes

Interpretive Services

Area Served

Halton Hills and area

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Community support programs:

information and referral regarding health and social service agencies, government resources, etc.
assistance and advocacy for individuals and families experiencing difficulties, especially those who have no other place to go or those who are unable to access services without assistance
Community Fridge and Food Pantry
Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)
Shop Assist for seniors, adults with disabilities, and single parents who require essential grocery items and are unable to shop independently
Care Connections of Halton Hills: a community hub of service agencies collaborating to offer easier access to integrated health and social services and maximize the client centred care experience for Halton Hills residents
Holiday Giving: distribute Holiday Giving gift bags to families of children 0-18 years and vulnerable seniors and adults in Halton Hills who were struggling with challenges * contact Janet <jbattista@links2care.ca> or Cathy <cgerrow@links2care.ca>

Utilities Arrears Help:

one-time financial assistance for eligible low income people who are at risk of going into arrears on their hydro and gas bill * provided through the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) in partnership with the Ontario Energy Board

Backpack Program:

provides backpacks with school supplies for lower income families in Halton Hills

Services for older adults:

Meals on Wheels, Meals on Ice, Wheels to Meals, congregate dining
home maintenance and repair
telephone assurance * call older adults regularly to provide a safety check and social contact
friendly visiting
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 Acton postal workers and Links2Care
client intervention and assistance * provides support for older adults and adults with disabilities who may be at risk due to a critical change in their life situation such as an upcoming eviction, facing homelessness, loss of financial income, or experiencing difficulties within their home setting such as abuse and isolation * contact Seniors Coordinator, (mobile) 905-699-2010 or (office) 905-844-0252
Connection in Action * focusing on helping adults aged 55 and older who are at risk of or currently experiencing social isolation
supportive housing program * provides essential supports for daily living services to eligible older adults living at Lakeview Villa, 17 Elizabeth Dr, Acton * services may include bathing, dressing, medication reminders, light housekeeping and laundry

Care In The Community - Community Volunteer Income Tax Program Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) trained volunteers to complete income tax and benefit returns for eligible individuals for free * total family income for 1 person should be less than $40,000 and $55,000 for 2 persons * tax situation must be simple and is not for a deceased person
Shop Assist Assists isolated Halton Hills residents who are unable to shop independently and who have no family/friend supports available, with pick-up and delivery of essential grocery items * clients phone in bi-weekly on Mon between 9am-2pm to place their order with their debit or credit card for payment * groceries are delivered by volunteers and staff will inform client of the date and time of their delivery

Services and Programs:

Acton Community Hub