The Neighbourhood Group Community Services - Neighbourhood Link Support Services

Application

Call * no referral required

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Older adults and adults with disabilities, who need physical, social, or emotional supports

Fees

Varies per program

Executives

Bill Sinclair - Executive Director
The Neighbourhood Group
416-925-4363 * bsinclair@tngcs.org
Danielle Payne - Vice President, Independent Living
The Neighbourhood Group
416-649-1000 ext 1252 * vmacdonald@cnh.on.ca

Contacts

Joyce MacDonald - Senior Manager, Community Support
The Neighbourhood Group
416-691-7407 ext 223 * jmacdonald@tngcs.org

Languages

English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin)

Area(s) Served

North to Danforth Ave, south to Lake Ontario, west to Coxwell Ave and east to Warden Ave

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps individuals remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible * referral to other community services

Adult Day Program Adult Day Program * social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for clients with dementia provided in a group setting designed to focus on, and retain, remaining strengths in a safe, and secure setting
Client Intervention and Assistance Client intervention and assistance for people facing homelessness, critical life changes, abuse, or isolation * referrals to other community support services as necessary
Community Programs and Congregate Dining (SALC) Social activities and a hot meal * activities can include games, crafts, trips and physical activities
East Toronto Seniors Centre Community/recreation/wellness centre for older adults * air conditioned
Friendly Visiting Regular volunteer visits and/or phone calls to seniors and people with disabilities who live alone, to provide companionship and reassurance. Must have VSS check and references
Meals on Wheels Program Hot or frozen meals delivered Sun-Fri * second meal can be delivered on Friday for Saturday * also meals for relief of caregiver. New mothers can access the service up to six weeks.
Security Check Daily telephone calls and medication reminders made to seniors to ensure they are safe in their own home
Social and Recreational Activities - Chinese Programming Social, recreational, and educational activities in Cantonese and Mandarin * may include recreational games, monthly luncheons, music, art classes, day trips and special event celebrations * monthly newsletter in Cantonese or Mandarin for participants
Transportation In partnership with Toronto Ride- provides Non-emergency transportation services within the GTA for medical appointments, grocery shopping, banking, social programs and other errands * service provided in partnership with Toronto Ride

Older Adult Services