Clothing donated by the community is available to clients. Items offered for distribution are clean and in good repair. Footwear, seasonal items such as coats, boots snowsuits and rainwear are offered on an "as available" basis.
Financial Eligibility:
When accessing Community Care food bank, you will first undergo an interview.
You will need to bring:
- Identification for ALL family members
- Proof of Income and expenditures (rent/mortgage)
- Proof of current address
This information is required the first time you visit Community Care and will be updated once per year. Upon each of your following food visits your must always provide I.D. and proof of address, and notify Community Care of any changes. These food visits will be every two months or six times per year, or if there are extenuating circumstances or emergencies.
What you will receive:
Community Care is only able to provide a 3 to 5 day supply of food, based on the size of your family. We try to offer choice in the food that is provided, based on Canada’s Food Guide. The choice of foods depends on what is available.
Food Service Hours:
Monday to Thursday 9 am to 3 pm (clothing Room closes at 2:30) and Friday’s till noon (clothing Room closes at 11:30)
Support:
As well, the Client Services Staff has access to and can provide you with information about community supports to improve your situation through referrals.
Families or individuals are eligible to receive food up to six times per year. The intent is to supplement, from time to time, food budgets that may be strained, and to assist those in emergency situations.
The Household Goods Program addresses the re-distribution of a limited number of small items, which may include linens and blankets, window coverings, dishes, pots and pans.
Emergency medical, dental and vision care assistance is provided on a limited basis. There are a large number of required medications that are no longer covered by many plans and oftentimes clients choose food for their families over their medication. The demand for dental assistance continues to be a concern and we are grateful for the support of the local dental community. Our vision care program provides funds to assist with the purchase of new glasses. In all cases, our funding only covers a portion of the cost. Clients are expected to contribute to the overall acquisition of these services and supplies.
