East Wellington Community Services

Erin

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Record #: GCL1426 Last Modified: 26 Apr 2013 Last Full Update: 01 Nov 2011 Update Schedule: 26 Apr 2014
Record Owner: ERN Date Created: 20 Jan 2004 Date Deleted: N/A  
Description & Services
DescriptionCommunity-based, multi-service centre which supports individuals in need through direct program and service delivery, partnerships with other organizations and focused advocacy. It provides information and referral, encourages community development and is also an Ontario Early Years satellite centre. 
 
Programs and Activities include: 
 
For Children *Parent-child programs from birth to 6 years * Informal child care listing and assistance * Baby and Toddler Groups *Newsletters, Workshops, Speakers 
 
For Seniors *Day Program for frail seniors and those with cognitive impairments (Wheelchair accessible transportation available.) * social and recreational programs * Caring callers: a daily phone call for those who may be frail, living alone, or in poor health. * Home Help: matches seniors requiring assistance with housework and persons who will do this for a set fee.* Foot Care and hearing clinics * Health and wellness activities *Seniors information directory, quarterly newsletter 
 
* Erin Food Bank  
- provides temporary assistance for families experiencing a crisis; hampers of food and toys distributed at Christmas. 
 
* New To You Store - sells gently-used clothing and small toys. * Bookends - sells gently-read books (no magazines).  
 
Other Services include: 
 
* Transportation services for Medical Appointments 
* Free Public Internet Access 
* HRDC Job Bank currently on the internet 
* Second Chance Employment Services 
* Government Forms & Pamphlets 
* Faxing, Photocopying and laminating services 
* Recreation Information
Sup. DescriptionPlease note: A parole officer from the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services is available on alternate Wednesdays to meet with clients at this location.
HoursOffice: Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm 
Seniors Day Program: Mon, Thu 10am -3pm at Centre 2000
DatesAll year
Areas ServedErin ; Guelph-Eramosa ; East Wellington
FeesProgram ; Call for information.
LanguagesEnglish
Contact Information
Address45 Main St
Erin, ON N0B 1T0
 
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IntersectionMain St and Mill St
AccessibilityNot Accessible
Mailing AddressBox 786 
45 Main St 
Erin, ON N0B 1T0
Office Phone519-833-9696
Fax519-833-7563
E-Mailinfo@ew-cs.com
Websitewww.eastwellingtoncommunityservices.com
Primary ExecutiveKari Simpson, Executive Director; Email: kari.s@ew-cs.com
Other Details
Print MaterialNewsletters
ElectionsAGM
FundingProvincial ; Grants ; United Way ; Fees
Service Level(50) Non Profit
Subjects
SubjectsChild care ; Christmas assistance ; Clothing ; Clothing exchanges ; Day programs ; Food banks ; Fundraising ; Home care ; Parent and child programs ; Parole ; Probation ; Seniors ; Used goods
Service CategoriesAdult Day Programs ; Child Care Provider Referrals ; Christmas Baskets ; Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites ; Family Support Centres/Outreach ; Food Banks ; In Home Assistance Registries ; School Readiness Programs ; Telephone Reassurance ; Thrift Shops