Eligibility - Population(s) Served
To receive financial assistance the applicant must live in Ontario, must be over 16 years of age, total income and assets must be within the allowed limits and must be financially independent from parents.
Contacts
Lisa McIntosh - Director of Income and Employment Support Program
905-666-6239 ext 2754 * lisa.mcintosh@durham.ca
Languages
English
Language Note
Translation services available upon request
Area(s) Served
Durham Region
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility Note
Contact the office for access information for each location.
Description of Services:
INCOME SUPPORT: Financial assistance and basic health benefits to persons who require help with basic needs such as food, drug benefits and shelter.
ONTARIO WORKS EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM: Assistance to Income Support participants to prepare for, obtain and sustain employment and to make the transition to long term self-reliance. Employment Support - workshops in job search strategies, interview skills and resume preparation. Employment Placement - assistance in obtaining paid employment. Community Participation - placement opportunities in not-for-profit community agencies.
HOMEMAKING PROGRAM: Houskeeping/laundry assistance to eligible Ontario Works or Ontario Disability Support Program recipients, low-income seniors or clients awaiting placement in a Long Term Care Facility.
HOMELESS SUPPORT SERVICES: Services to support homelessness. Call 24-hour line at 905-668-7711 ext 5510.
Offices also located in Ajax, Oshawa and Uxbridge:
Ajax - 905 428 7400 - 140 Commercial Ave, Ajax
Uxbridge - 905 852 4566 or 1 800 361 3268 - 2 Campbell Dr, Uxbridge
Oshawa - 905 436 6747 - 200 John St W, Unit C1A, Oshawa
