Emergencies

Residents of Dufferin County who are experiencing difficulty paying rent or utilities may be eligible for financial assistance. Those who are experiencing a housing crisis may be eligible for financial assistance to help find or keep housing.

SHIP has championed the fundamental right of housing for nearly 30 years. As a respected health service and housing support provider, they promote Healthy Housing™ by forming lasting relationships with landlords and developers.

Bethell Hospice provides compassionate, respectful care to enhance the quality of life for individuals facing a life-limiting illness and their families. Hospice services are an essential component of our health care system, focusing on individualized care and comfort.

Matthews House Hospice, located in Alliston, is a regional service that walks together with families through the journey of illness and grief. They offer a variety of day programs, counselling, palliative care and resident round-the-clock services for individuals suffering from illness and their families.

Hospice Dufferin offers programs from diagnosis to end of life for the their clients as well as supporting programs for caregivers from illness to bereavement. Their goal is to help clients and their families to live life fully despite their diagnosis.

Services and Housing In the Province - SHIP - is a leading non-profit organization committed to alleviating the pressure caused by popular stigmas surrounding mental health By providing mental health clients with access to supportive housing and professional health services.

Peel Dufferin offers a range of services for older adults and seniors, including intensive case management, specialized geriatric services, crisis services, supportive counselling and advocacy, as well as a Seniors at Risk program for those who may be experiencing abuse or neglect.

McKelvie Burnside Village is a 22 unit apartment complex operated by Dufferin Oaks. This complex is designed specifically for seniors (age 60 and over) who require extra support to remain living independently but do not yet need the care of a long term care home.

Meals on Wheels is provided by Dufferin County Community Support Services. They deliver hot and frozen meals to homes of seniors and disabled adults by volunteer drivers. This ensures good nutrition as well as a social check in for those who are often isolated.

Here is an excellent directory of all the resources available to those over 55 living in Dufferin, as well as their families and caregivers. It covers all aspect of living.

New Horizon’s is a Seniors Club providing activities, learning experiences, excercise an regular gatherings for those over the age of 55. Shuffleboard, Bridge, Bid Euchre, and Art, are just a few of the things that are offered by this local, friendly group.

The Alzheimer Society of Dufferin County is a valuable resource for those concerned that they might be suffering from dementia of one kind or another. It is also for family members or friends that may see changes in the alertness of those they love and care for. This rich source will answer all the questions that you have, as well as provide resources for care of those suffering.

Shelburne long term care offers both a retirement wing and a nursing wing. Located in the centre of Shelburne, this privately owned facility offers exceptional care to the elderly. Visit their website to more fully understand their facility.

Dufferin Oaks is a non-profit, long-term care home, owned and operated by the Corporation of the County of Dufferin, dedicated to providing a continuum of the highest quality of holistic care for both residents and clients in partnership with the community.

Dufferin County Community Support Services (DCCSS) is a not-for-profit agency providing a long list of services for seniors including: transportation to medical appointments, visiting, adult day programs, bridging home support.

24/7 Crisis support provides a timely and high-quality response to de-escalate, stabilize and support those in mental health and addiction crisis. This is for adults 16 years and older who are residents of Dufferin County and are experiencing a mental health or addiction crisis.

The Shepherd’s Cupboard offers a 3 - 5 day emergency supply of food to those living in the Shelburne area. They are open twice a week, and though COV-ID 19 has changed the manner in which they run, they continue to offer their services at the usual time and place.

Community Living Dufferin enables people with an intellectual disability to achieve their fullest potential. They offer employment opportunities, leisure activities, creative adventures and support independent living for all people with developmental difficulties.

Suicide. It’s a difficult topic to bring up. However, when someone talks about suicide or brings up concern for a loved one, it’s important to take action and seek help quickly.

The Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin Branch (CMHA Peel Dufferin) has been a pioneer in providing services for people with mental illness and educating Canadians about mental health issues. Here offered, both crisis connections and extensive information on mental health.

Understanding the wide variety of challenges that come under the title of ‘mental health’ is an imperative to families and communities who wish everyone to live to their fullest potential. CMHA Peel Dufferin has called a series of articles that are helpful to further understanding.

Everyone has ups and downs in their everyday life, but if your mental health is affecting your daily life or getting in the way of your work or relationships, we can help. Here is a quick guide to all the services that are available in either a PDF or APP form - easily downloadable.

Wellness Together Canada was created in response to an unprecedented rise in mental health and substance use concerns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with funding from the Government of Canada. Wellness Canada offers ways to connect with resources that may help.

Here 24/7 is a front door to the addictions, mental health and crisis services provided by 11 partner agencies across Waterloo – Wellington. All you need to do is reach out to them. They do the intake, assessment, referral, crisis, waitlist and appointment booking work for these important programs.

Birthright is a non-profit organization committed to providing confidential, non-judgmental support to any woman who is pregnant or thinks she might be pregnant, no matter her age, race, circumstances, religion, marital status or financial situation.

Since 1984, Family Transition Place (FTP) has been providing critical services to women and their children who have experienced abuse and unhealthy relationships. Inside FTP’s doors, women find a warm and welcoming place where their safety and well-being is the most important thing in the world.

Family Transition Place’s Rural Response Program (RRP) provides safety, support and hope by reducing barriers to service for women living in the rural communities of North Dufferin. Our RRP office is located in Shelburne, but RRP staff are mobile and able to communicate with clients in different ways in order to eliminate barriers.

Mellisa Gailbraith has put together some resources for those who wish to understand more fully the queer community and the concepts of non binary gender. These sources will be helpful to youth exploring their sexuality as well as adults adjusting to what may seem, to them, confusing issues of gender and sexuality.

Melissa Galbraith, MSW, RSW, is a local physiotherapist. As a part of the LGBTQ community, she is am aware of the isolation and lack of support that can be felt by folks who hold this identity. She began this group at Trinity to build up support and decrease isolation that some youth may face.

Glow LGBTQ+ is a social and support group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered and Queer Youth. It is led by Stevie Forbes, from Dufferin Children and Family Services. It is for youth and young adults from ages 11 - 22.