Healthy Aging in South West Ontario
Organization: Home and Community Support Services of Grey Bruce
Description of Services: Provides community-based services for older adults and adults living with disabilities or chronic illnesses * helps clients and their caregivers maintain independence, enhance their quality of life, and keep them living in their homes longer
 
Day Away Provides socialization, recreation, physical/cognitive exercise, and caregiver relief in a medically monitored environment * clients come to the program to take part in a wide variety of activities assisted by professional staff and trained volunteers * a meal with friends, a game of cards, music, exercise, crafts, and visiting with new friends are all common activities
 
Friendly Visiting Matches volunteers with an isolated older adult or an adult living with disabilities to provide socialization and opportunities to interact with others
 
Hot and Frozen Meals on Wheels Volunteers deliver locally prepared meals to residents of Grey and Bruce who struggle to obtain and prepare meals for themselves * most dietary requirements can be met including vegetarian, gluten-free, low fat, low sodium, suitable for diabetics, etc.
 
Housekeeping Delivers support to those who live in their own homes and need assistance with household chores and/or meal preparation
  • routine cleaning
  • laundry
  • meal planning and preparation
  • basic pet care
  • errands
  • grocery shopping
 
Overnight Respite Provides caregivers with an extended break during the evening and overnight hours
 
Transportation Accessible transportation services for residents of Grey and Bruce counties who have difficulty accessing existing transportation * transportation is provided by trained volunteers using their personal vehicles and paid drivers utilizing wheelchair-accessible vans


Services and Programs:
Requirements
Fees: Varies per program
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Older adults and people with disabilities, who need physical, social, or emotional supports
Application: Call 1-833-659-5491 to register for services
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English
Area(s) Served: Grey and Bruce County
Contact Information
Phone Numbers: 519-372-2091
Toll-Free: 1-800-267-3798
Email: mailbox@hcssgreybruce.com
Website: www.hcssgreybruce.com
Address: Heritage Place Shopping Centre
1350 16th St E, Unit G12
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 6N7
Map
Intersection: 16th St E and 16th Ave E
Location: North Grey
Hours: Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Executives: Carolyn Laitinen - Executive Director
519-372-2091 ext 2003 * claitinen@hcssgreybruce.com
Contacts: Cody Hay - Community Development Team Leader
519-372-2091 ext 2009 * chay@hcssgreybruce.com

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About Us

Home and Community Support Services of Grey Bruce is a team of caring staff and volunteers who provide community based services that support independence and enhance the quality of daily life for seniors, adults and their families.


This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: Jul 25, 2025