Links2Care

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 or Cathy

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 $35,000 and $45,000 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:

• Links2Care - Acton Community Hub
• Supportive Housing

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

Call * no referral required

• Housing - Transitional Housing
• Income Support - Emergency Financial Assistance

Mon-Fri 9:30am-3pm