Take Care
A great new Owen Sound business providing everything a senior could need;
groceries and meal preparation, housekeeping, caregiver relief/respite and gardening or snow removal. Take Care will also co-ordinate home repairs and maintenance activities. Call Wanda at 376-8024 for more information.
Home and Community Support Services
Non-profit, volunteer driven organization, delivering the following programs across Grey and Bruce counties:
Meals on Wheels
If you are a senior citizen or if you are an adult convalescing from an illness or an operation, you may benefit from our Meals on Wheels program. Hot or frozen home style meals are available at a reasonable cost.
Friendly Visiting Services
Volunteers provide friendship and assurance on a regular basis. There is no cost for this service.
Volunteer Transportation
Rides are available at a reasonable cost for local and long distance appointments by caring volunteer drivers.
Home Maintenance Referral
Tradespeople/workers from your community provide home repairs and home maintenance tasks at a reasonable cost.
Day Away Programs
Provide therapy and socialization for adults who, due to problems with memory, judgement, communication, problem solving or physical care, require a supportive group setting.
To apply for services or for volunteer opportunities call (519)372-2091 or 1(800)267-3798 or email hcss.gb@bmts.com. Check out their web site at:www.bmts.com/~hcss.gb
Meals for Seniors
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 12:00 noon at Salvation Army Temple at 365 14th St. W. in Owen Sound. The cost is $5.00. For information call 376-5600.
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