Notes for Finding Services for Older Adults

Many services are available online, some paid and some free. To find services for yourself you can google “(type of service) for seniors in (location)”.

Another great resource for finding programs and services in your area are public libraries! Libraries offer many events and programs online, and often can provide lists to other services available in the area.

During COVID-19 we have noticed that many companies and agencies are providing online services for people in all different locations. It may be useful to broaden your search location if you are looking for a service that is completely online accessible and that you don’t need to go into a physical location/building for.

 

 

Government of Canada / Provincial Government of Ontario Services

Canadian Government General Lists of Services

https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/services/index.asp

• Canadian government webpage that locates free newcomer services near you
  • You can filter the services by location (I.e. type in your city/town).

https://www.getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/home

• Government webpage with online information and programs to learn how to be cybersafe

https://srv138.services.gc.ca/daf/q?id=14656f0e-6974-46ca-907b-d2c4517f8f0b&GoCTemplateCulture=en-CA

• Government webpage that helps you search for benefits that you are eligible for in Canada

Ontario Programs and Services; General Lists of Services

https://211ontario.ca/

• An online database of resources in Ontario
  • Type in what type of resource or program you are interested in and your city to find a resource or agency near to you
• This is a premade list of tools are resources by 211 Ontario for seniors: https://211ontario.ca/211-ontario-services-blog/211-ontario-help-seniors-find-community-supports-and-financial-assistance/

http://www.eapon.ca/

• Elder abuse online information and support

https://www.ontario.ca/page/guide-programs-and-services-seniors

• Ontario guide for programs for seniors that provides links to information on services and programs for housing, recreation, financial support etc.

https://www.ontario.ca/page/seniors-get-around

• Seniors driving, transportation and roads information from the Ontario Government
  • Includes information about renewing your license at/after 80 years old

https://www.ontario.ca/page/information-about-elder-abuse#section-2

• Ontario Government list of resources for elder abuse (for people who are witnessing or experiencing it)

https://www.ontario.ca/page/seniors-plan-for-the-future

• Information for seniors on how to plan for the future

https://www.caredove.com/ocsa

• Ontario Community Support Association webpage that provides information on different agencies, programs, and services.
  • You can filter the results by location (I.e. city) and type of service/program you want.

https://www.ontario.ca/page/getting-settled-ontario

• Information about moving to Ontario / immigrating.
  • Also provides links to Multicultural community centers throughout Ontario.

https://settlement.org/ontario/health/family-health/seniors-health/a-guide-to-programs-and-services-for-seniors-in-ontario/

• Provides access to the Seniors Guide for Programs and Services in Ontario
  • You can access the guide in multiple languages.
  • It covers programs for social, LGBTQ, housing, First nations etc.

https://www.carp.ca/about/#about

• Services advocating for older Canadians

Red Cross

https://www.redcross.ca/in-your-community/ontario/senior-support-services

• Red Cross senior support services
  • When using this website make sure you are searching for services within Ontario

 

Hamilton Ontario

https://www.hamilton.ca/city-initiatives/strategies-actions/senior-and-older-adult-resources

• Hamilton Ontario links to programs for seniors
  • Links for learning about housing, recreation activities, where to find
  • information about the city, etc.

 

Oshawa Ontario

https://www.oscc.ca/en/things-to-do/online-programs.asp

• Oshawa Center for Seniors list of online workshops and programs

 

Township of Russel Ontario

https://russellbiblio.com/library-services/seniors-services/

• Senior services offered in the Township of Russel Ontario

 

Southeast Ontario Region

https://www.southeasthealthline.ca/listCategories.aspx?id=10019

• This webpage provides links to services for seniors within the Southeast Region of Ontario
• Services include senior’s housing, adult day programs, fall prevention programs etc.

 

Niagara Region

https://www.niagararegion.ca/living/seniors/programs/default.aspx

• Community Programs for older adults in the Niagara Region
• Provides a list and links to different programs in the region with a description of the program

https://www.niagararegion.ca/living/seniors/programs/intervention.aspx

• Information about outreach services for older adults to help them age in their own home
• Includes information on adult day programs, respite companions, meal services etc.

https://niagarafalls.ca/living/community-facilities/coronation-centre/seniors-advisory-committee-information.aspx

• Provides a list of resources / other websites that can be accessed for services like: home services, housing, education etc.

 

London and Western Ontario

https://london.ca/living-london/community-services/senior-supports/age-friendly-london-network

• Online networks to enhance seniors experiences in the community

http://www.hanover.ca/age-friendly-hanover

• Access to newsletters, online programs and other events

http://www.eapon.ca/

• Elder abuse prevention and seniors safety help line

https://www.informationlondon.ca/Services/Groups/List/10658/Computer_Training_for_Seniors

• Plenty of online resources for computer training services

https://o55.ca/

• Connecting older adults with employment opportunities in the London area

 

Finance

Government of Canada

https://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/report-signalez-eng.htm

• Tips for reporting fraud

https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/retirement-income-calculator.html

• Canadian Retirement Calculator

https://www.canada.ca/en/financial-consumer-agency/services/financial-literacy-programs.html

• Canadian Government financial literacy programs

https://www.canada.ca/en/financial-consumer-agency/services/financial-basics/financial-basics-videos.html

• eLearning videos for financial literacy

https://www.canada.ca/en/financial-consumer-agency/services/protect-financial-information-data-breach.html

• Information about Protecting your information when you are a victim of a data breech

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/campaigns/covid19.html

• Known frauds and current frauds in Canada

https://www.veterans.gc.ca/

• Veterans Affairs Canada

 

City of Mississauga

https://www.mississauga.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/21083220/Financial_Assistance_for_Older_Adults_Updated_September-18-2020.pdf

• Financial assistance for older adults

 

Government of Ontario

https://www.ontario.ca/page/choose-licence-plate-graphic#section-3

• Purchasing a new graphic license plate
  • There is also information about how to get a veteran’s poppy license plate if you are a veteran

 

Toronto Public Library

https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/personalfinance/

• Toronto Ontario Public Library events for personal finance programs
  • They are held virtually online during COVID-19 Pandemic
  • To register you must click the event you want to participate in and then scroll down the page to “click here to register and receive a reminder”

 

Niagara Falls Region

https://www.hnhbhealthline.ca/listservices.aspx?id=10711&region=Niagara

• Provides a list of programs and agencys that will help with your finances
  • For example: It has a link to the Niagara Region Public Health Unity for the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program, as well as Service Canada Centre information

 

Social

London Public Library

https://catalogue.londonpubliclibrary.ca/iii/calendar/month/C&P=%7C2%7C3;jsessionid=03D80CDD86640B5A6878DC2D2F51E203?lang=eng&suite=def

• London Ontario public library event and program link
• Click “adults” and “everyone” on the right-hand side under “Limit to Type” to find programs for seniors or people of all ages
• Programs are offered online during COVID-19 pandemic
• Example programs: ESL Reading Group, Read Across Canada Adult Online Reading Challenge

 

Niagara Falls Region

https://cal.nflibrary.ca/calendar/OnlinePrograms/?cid=7656&t=m&d=0000-00-00&cal=7656&audience=50&inc=0

• Niagra Falls public library calendar of events
• To participate click on the event you are interested in to read how to join the event
• On the left side of the screen under audience click “adults” to get age-related activities

https://niagarafalls.ca/living/community-facilities/coronation-centre/default.aspx

• Coronation Centre
  • Offers social events online for people who are 50+
  • Has a membership fee of $33.00

https://www.homeinstead.com/3033

• Home Instead
• Home care services that include transportation, companionship, cleaning etc.
• Note: This company is in other cities as well, not just in the Niagara Region

 

Ontario Legions

https://www.on.legion.ca/

• Ontario legion website

 

Seniors Pride Network

http://www.seniorpridenetwork.com/home.htm

• Senior pride network

 

Toronto Public Library

https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/search.jsp?Nso=0&Ns=p_pub_date_sort&N=4287649500%2B37853&Ntt=

• Toronto Public Library older adult online program event list

 

Mississauga Halton Region

https://www.mississaugahaltonhealthline.ca/listservices.aspx?id=10175

• Lists recreational, fitness and social programs for seniors

 

City of Kingston

https://seniorskingston.ca/

• Seniors Association Kingston Region offers social events and fitness programs to older adults
• Note: there are membership fees

 

Safety

Municipality of Peel

https://www.peelpolice.ca/en/safety-tips/seniors-safety.aspx#

• Provides information about senior safety

 

City of Kingston Police

https://www.kingstonpolice.ca/en/crime-prevention-and-safety/senior-safety-and-elder-abuse.aspx

• Information about elder abuse awareness and prevention
• Information about crime prevention and safety tips

 

Healthy and Active Living

Alzheimer’s Society of Ontario

https://alzheimer.ca/on/en/about-us/alzheimer-society-ontario

• Link to the Alzheimer’s society of Ontario website

 

Comfort Care

https://www.comfortkeepers.ca/peterborough/

• Care services offered by Comfort Care in Peterborough Ontario.

 

Etobicoke Ontario Services

https://www.esssupportservices.ca/online-activities-available-during-covid-19/

• ESS support services for seniors in Ontario, and specifically in Etobicoke.
  • There are some videos for home exercises and online events that are accessible to all older adults in Ontario.

 

Kitchener Ontario Services

https://www.kitchener.ca/en/things-to-do/active-at-home-programs-and-activities-for-seniors.aspx#

• Activities offered and supported by the City of Kitchener Ontario for seniors
  • Some activities are accessible to all seniors no matter their location of residence due to the online nature of some events.

 

Government of Canada

https://csepguidelines.ca/

• Health recommendation guideline for Canadians
• Scroll down the home page and click on 65+ to find health guidelines for seniors

https://www.nutrition.gov/topics/nutrition-age/older-individuals

• Canadian Government organized site for health and wellness with eating tips and guides for seniors

 

Government of Ontario

https://www.ontario.ca/page/seniors-stay-healthy-and-active

• Ontario Seniors Services Guide to active living (provides online links to other organizations)

https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-accessible-parking-permit

• Information on how to get an accessibility parking permit

 

GTA, Ottawa and London area

https://www.goodneighbourproject.com/

• Delivery network to assist seniors with groceries, supplies and medication

 

Ottawa Health Services

https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/brain-health.aspx

• Information on keeping your brain healthy and active
  • Provides some links to Ottawa services; but also general links to activity toolkit guides

 

City of Kingston

https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/recreation/age-groups/seniors

• A list of programs and activities for older adults in the Kingston area

 

Toronto Health Services

https://www.torontocentralhealthline.ca/index.aspx

• Link to a list of health services in Toronto

 

Niagara Falls Region

https://www.hnhbhealthline.ca/listservices.aspx?id=10175&region=Niagara

• A list of fitness services offered in the Niagara area for older adults

https://brocku.ca/health-well-being/community-programs/seniorfit/

• Brock University – Senior Fit Program
• Exercise program for men and women over the age of 55

 

Mental Health

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

https://www.camh.ca/en/your-care/programs-and-services?

• Centre for Addiction and Mental Health list of services and programs
• Example program: Geriatric Telemedicine Clinic
  • Is intended for seniors who live in remote areas of Ontario with no access to local psychiatric services

 

Mental Health Commission of Canada

https://www.mentalhealthcommission.ca/English/what-we-do/seniors

• Mental health commission of Canada
• Access to information for Mental Health for Seniors and services for seniors throughout Canada

 

eMental Health

https://www.ementalhealth.ca/Ontario/Seniors/index.php?m=heading&ID=179

• eMental Health provides a list of online mental health services and agencies
• It can be filtered by city/location, and type of service

 

Education

London Ontario Public Library

https://catalogue.londonpubliclibrary.ca/record=g1002155&searchscope=0&SORT2=R

• Online sessions for Canadian citizenship preparation

 

Government of Ontario

https://www.ontario.ca/page/adult-learning

• Adult Learning Ontario guide

 

Lifelong Learning Niagara

https://lifelonglearningniagara.com/

• A learning organization that provides programs for older adults (50+)

 

University Programs

https://mira.mcmaster.ca/education/education-and-life-long-learning-opportunities/older-adults-and-life-long-learners

• Older Adults and Lifelong Learners at McMaster University

https://continuing.ryerson.ca/contentManagement.do?method=load&code=CM000042

• Programs for 50+ Older Adults at Ryerson University

https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/future-students/apply/senior-citizen-student

• University of Toronto program for senior citizens to be non-degree students that participate in courses
  • Provides information on the program and the application process

http://gbseniors.com/

• The Seniors Association of Toronto puts on courses through George Brown College
• You can attend courses in person or complete them online

 

Employment

Government of Canada

https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/training-agreements/older-workers.html

• Information about the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers program in Canada
• To apply you must contact your provincial government
  • For Ontario citizens, please see the Employment Ontario link below

 

Government of Ontario

https://www.ontario.ca/page/employment-ontario

• Employment Ontario helps job seekers, workers and employers with advice, grants and other services around public and private sector employment

 

Ontario Community Support Association

https://www.ocsa.on.ca/careers

• Ontario Community Support Association resource page on finding a job in Ontario
• Also provides job postings for different types of careers related to healthcare/community care

 

The Ontario Caregiver Organization

https://ontariocaregiver.ca/topics/employment-training/disabilities-employment-programs-employment-training/

• This webpage provides a list of disability employment programs for adults with developmental and physical disabilities
• You can search by location

 

City of Toronto

https://seniortoronto.ca/topics/working

• Provides a list of websites that have information/opportunities older adults to find a job

https://toronto-jobs.org/

• This webpage provides a link to Toronto Community Employment Services
• They provide a list of services they can provide and a job board

 

City of Kitchener

https://www.theworkingcentre.org/workers-over-45/141

• Provides job listings and different support programs in Kitchener and other Ontario cities
• Look at the “helpful connections” tab, “job listing sites” tab”, and “job searching tabs”. Make sure to click on the drop-down online resources tab on each page

 

City of Ottawa

https://ottawaemploymenthub.ca/employment-learning-resources/job-seeker-toolkit/community-support/

• Ottawa Employment Hub
• Provides a job seeking toolkit and employment learning resources

 

Housing

Government of Ontario

Affordable housing in Ontario | Ontario.ca

• Different programs that help you to find an affordable place to live

Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (OAHS)

• A non-profit housing provider with a focus on the indigenous community

Seniors: find a place to live | Ontario.ca

• Information about long-term care homes, retirement homes, rental housing, and other housing types for seniors

 

City of Toronto

Seniors Housing Services – City of Toronto

• Provides different housing programs, including long-term care homes, emergency shelters, and renting homes

 

Niagara Region

http://www.nrh.ca/scripts/find-a-unit.pl?municipality=Niagara%20Falls

• A list of community housing spaces in the Niagara Region by the Niagara Regional Housing agency

 

https://seniorsonthemoveniagara.com/

• Seniors On the Move is a company that can provide services for people who are moving or downsizing
• Services include prep and packing, unpacking, and providing a list a reputable moving companies

 

City of Kingston

https://www.southeasthealthline.ca/displayService.aspx?id=157949

• Subsided housing for senior’s 55+ in Kingston Ontario

 

 

General Online Services for Seniors

Wellness and Physical Activity

Healthy Active Living Program

https://ainesnbseniors.com/program

• For 50+ years old residents of New Brunswick
• Provide free sessions and modules providing key information on several lifestyle choices

Telus

https://www.telus.com/en/on/health/personal/livingwell-companion?&cmp=KNC_HS_Google_&SEM_CID=11024752509&SEM_AG=116585778428&SEM_KW=care%20for%20seniors&SEM_MT=b&gclid=CjwKCAiAtK79BRAIEiwA4OskBljBaqFv0bk-SWwOr3iUr9UgRSrwxFbEXbdZYXfQnZV02WKI0s3x_BoClPYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&fbclid=IwAR3fg1UHqdS040cud24P1XI1jOAn8UXQ56_pomiXc9PKpyXwbU-gpC74qUo

• LivingWell Companion device that includes fall detection, GPS, 24/7 emergency support

https://homecareassistance.com/resources/webinar-series

• Free Wellness Webinars for seniors from health and wellness experts

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/exercise-physical-activity

• Guide of safe exercises for seniors with and without chronic conditions

YouTube Exercise Videos (Specific to the Older Adult Population)

• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXAh1l-MSjIbDkvHXa1yyA
• https://www.youtube.com/user/physicaltherapyvideo
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBINFWq52ShSgUFEoynfSwg

YouTube Zumba Fitness Videos

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aHK2sgjBCM
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JO3voN7siFU
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=012SAJ9z3Yg

Nutrition

https://www.nutrition.gov/topics/nutrition-age/older-individuals

• Government organized site for health and wellness with eating tips and guides for seniors

https://www.eatright.org/for-seniors

• Academy of Nutrition and Dieticians with a section of tips, information and meal guides for seniors

https://www.eatwellbewell.org/uploads/tools/Senior-Nutrition-Report.pdf

• Senior’s Guide for healthy eating with checklists and charts

 

Brain Health

Fountain of Health Program

https://fountainofhealth.ca/wellbeing/brain-challenge

• Brain Challenge program developed by Dalhousie University
• Provides information on why learning new skills is beneficial and gives some ideas for different skills you can try

Koru

https://korumindfulness.org/

• A mindfulness training app / website

https://homecareassistance.com/blog/card-games-to-keep-your-mind-sharp-and-brain-healthy

• Provides lists of brain games to promote cognitive health in seniors

Apps:

Fit Brains Trainer: available for Androids and Windows 10

Fit Brain Trainer. Memo training. Logic pairs: available for Mac, iPad and iPhones

Online Games:

https://games.sixtyandme.com/

https://www.improvememory.org/brain-games/

 

Grief

Canadian Virtual Hospice

https://mygrief.azurewebsites.net/

• Provides counselling services for working through grief
• Provides information about grief and other resources

Education

Sunlife

https://www.sunlife.ca/en/tools-and-resources/money-and-finances/managing-your-money/free-online-courses-for-learning-at-any-age/

• Free online courses on money management for all ages

Tech Boomers

https://techboomers.com/courses

• Free online courses for how to use different apps / programs on the computer

 

Housing

March of Dimes

https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/am/hvmp

• Provides funding for basic homes and/or vehicle modifications for Ontario residents

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/buying/seniors/housing-options-for-seniors

• Provides information about a variety of housing options to fit different needs and budgets

 

Transportation

Region: Southwestern Ontario

 

Comfort Keepers, Transportation Services

• Phone: 705-728-8222
• Barrie, ON
• Assist with helping get dressed and prepared for appointment, accompany you to appointment, take notes to convey to loves ones, take you back home

(PARA) Handi-Transit Windsor

• Phone: 519-966-0930
• https://windsoressex.cioc.ca/record/WIN0646

Aamjiwnaang First Nation Wheelchair Accessible Van

• Phone: 519-332-6770
• https://www.aamjiwnaang.ca/health-department-wheelchair-accessible-van/
• The van may be used for the following purposes: Medical appointments – we can provide a Medical Driver, Personal outings (shopping, visits, etc.) – you provide your own driver, and Community outings during regular business hours – a driver may be provided if available.

Chatham Accessible Transit

• Phone: 519.436.3233
• https://www.chatham-kent.ca/community-services/transportation/accessibletransit/AccessibleTransitChatham
• A personalized curb-to-curb transportation service for the frail, elderly and persons with mobility problems who are unable to board the public transit system
• Application Form: https://www.chatham-kent.ca/Transportation/Documents/Accessible%20Bus%20Application%20Form%20-%202020.pdf

 

Region: Niagara Falls and Wine Country

 

Ride Care Niagara

• Phone: 905-327-4229
• Email: contact@ridecareniagara.ca
• Call or email to book a ride or get a quote
• ridecareniagara.ca
• Not Wheelchair Accessible
• Provides door-to-door transportation for seniors and those with disabilities in the Niagara Region. Offer personal attendants that will stay with clients for the duration of their trip and/or one-way ride option
• Serves: Fort Erie ; Niagara Falls ; Niagara-on-the-Lake ; Port Colborne ; St Catharines ; Thorold ; Welland

 

Right at Home St. Catharine and Niagara

• Phone: 855-983-4663
• https://www.rightathomecanada.com/stcatharines/special-care-situations/harmony-transportation
• Run with personal support workers (PSW) and nurse drivers for one-way, “stay and assist” and return transportation
• Available 365 days a year
• From Niagara region to anywhere in Ontario
• Wheelchair accessible

 

 

Region: Hamilton, Halton, Brant

 

HAMILTON

Accessible Transportation services – DARTS (Hamilton)

• https://www.hamilton.ca/hsr-bus-schedules-fares/accessible-transit/accessible-transportation-services-ats-eligibility-and
• Door to door paid bus service for wheelchairs or scooters
  • Free for golden age passholder’s 80+
• Must fill out a form and send it to the City of Hamilton before you can use this bus. Your doctor will need to fill out part of the form.
  • FORM – https://www.hamilton.ca/sites/default/files/ats-application-form-2018.pdf
  • Address – P.O. Box 340, Mount Hope, Ontario L0R 1W0 Or by fax: 905-679-7305
  • Phone: 905-529-1212

 

The Food Access Guide Shopping and Transportation Services

• http://foodaccessguide.ca/shopping-transportation-services/

 

HSR City Bus

• https://www.hamilton.ca/hsr-bus-schedules-fares/fares/fares-and-photo-ids#HSRtickets-senior
• Discounted rate for seniors (age 65+)
• Free for golden age passholder’s (80+)

 

Red Cross Transportation (Hamilton)

• Phone: 905-522-8485 ext. 1216
• https://www.caredove.com/canadianredcross/service/detail/sid/1733/refr/search
• Assistance for transportation to and from medical appointments only
• Fee- tierd kilometer based system, starting at 0-12 Km $7.50, 13-20km 12.50

 

Taxi Program Hamilton

• Phone: 905-529-1212
• https://www.hamilton.ca/hsr-bus-schedules-fares/accessible-transit/taxi-scrip-program
• Discounted taxi rides
• Fill out form and mail to the city of Hamilton. Will need doctor to fill out part of form.

 

HALTON

(PARA) Burlington Handi-Van

• Phone: 905-639-5158
• https://www.burlingtontransit.ca/en/our-services/handi-van.aspx?
• Form- https://www.burlingtontransit.ca/en/our-services/resources/Application_Forms/2020_Specialized_Transit_Form-2020-09-14-web.pdf
  • Completed forms must be returned to:

Specialized Transit Application Office
c/o Oakville Transit
1225 Trafalgar Rd.
Oakville, ON L6H 0H3

 

(PARA) Halton Hills ActiVan(external link)

• Phone: 905-873-2601 ext. 2617
• https://www.haltonhills.ca/en/residents/activan-accessible-transit.aspx

 

(PARA) Milton Access+

• https://www.milton.ca/en/living-in-milton/milton-access.aspx
• To apply, complete the Milton access+ Application Form and submit it by email to mobility@oakville.ca, fax: 905-338-4166, or mail:
  • Specialized Transit Application Office
    c/o Oakville Transit
    1225 Trafalgar Rd.
    Oakville, ON L9H 0H3

 

(PARA)Oakville Care-A-Van(external link)

• Phone: 905-337-9222
• https://www.oakvilletransit.ca/care-a-van.html
• Form – https://www.oakvilletransit.ca/docs/ot-specialized-transit-application.pdf
• Completed forms can be returned by:
  • fax: 905-338-4166
    email: mobility@oakville.ca
    mail: Specialized Transit Application Office
    c/o Oakville Transit
    1225 Trafalgar Road
    Oakville, ON L6H 0H3

Halton Mobility Transportation

• PhoneL 905-617-3737
• http://mobilitytransportation.ca/

 

Burlington Taxi Companies

Burlington & Delux taxi

• Phone: 905-333-3333 or 905-333-0000
  • Accessible services & seniors discounts available
• Gem – 905-333-1234
  • Accessible services & seniors discounts available

 

Halton Hills/Milton Taxi Companies

GTown

• Phone: 905-702-7997
• https://www.haltonhills.ca/en/residents/taxi-scrip-program.aspx
• Accessible services & seniors discounts available
• Taxi Script subsidy available

 

A1 Rose Taxi

• Phone: 905-875-1900
• Accessible services & seniors discounts available

 

EZ Taxi

• Phone: 905-873-9900
• https://www.haltonhills.ca/en/residents/taxi-scrip-program.aspx
• Accessible services and Taxi Script subsidy available

 

McKab Taxi

• Phone: 905-877-1234
• Seniors discounts and taxi script subsidy available
• https://www.haltonhills.ca/en/residents/taxi-scrip-program.aspx

 

Milton Taxi

• Phone: 905-875-2884
• Accessible services & seniors discounts available

 

Oakville Taxi Companies

AAA Halton Taxi

• Phone: 905-844-4300
• Accessible services & seniors discounts available

 

Oakville United

• Phone: 905-338-0044
• Accessible services & seniors discounts available

 

A1 Oakville Taxi

• Phone: 905-844-0050
• Accessible services & seniors discounts available

 

BRANT

(PARA) Brantford Lift

• Phone: 519-752-4444
• https://www.brantford.ca/en/transportation/brantford-lift.aspx
• Paid accessible door to door service for wheelchair and scooters
• Application Form
  • https://www.brantford.ca/en/transportation/resources/Documents/BrantfordLift/Brantford-Lift-Application.pdf
  • Send completed application to: Mail: City of Brantford, P.O. Box 818, Brantford, ON N3T 5R7 Attention of Engineering Services

 

Driving Miss Daisy

• Phone: 519-865-1461
• https://www.drivingmissdaisy.ca/our-services/
• Supports clients in maintaining their independence by ensuring they have safe and reliable transportation to medical appointments and social activities

 

Brant eRide

• For accessible services call 519-770-8646
• https://www.brant.ca/en/resident-services/brant-eride.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2iG7GXCgL5xRc_PmO2hFr6B98C2O4IO0zhiLLE3i0zq9a_iFxvP2WZzBw
• eRide is a shared ride, technology based, public transportation service that provides flexible options for travelling within the County of Brant, into the City of Brantford and back!

 

Canadian Red Cross Brantford

• Phone: (519) 753-4189
• https://www.redcross.ca/in-your-community/ontario/nutrition-and-transportation/transportation/brantford-branch-transportation
• The Canadian Red Cross provides transportation service for those in need, such as elderly or disabled in the community, who are unable to use public transportation or private means.

 

 

Region: Huron, Perth, Waterloo and Wellington

 

PARA Transit

EasyRide (Huron & Perth Counties)

• https://www.onecaresupport.ca/services/active-in-your-community/transportation/
• door-to-door transportation service shared by Community Support Agencies across Huron & Perth Counties, offering ride services for registered clients who are Seniors, as well as adult clients.
• To register for this program please call 1-844-482-7800.

Mobility Bus (Stratford)

• Phone: 519-271-4000
• stratford.ca
• Email: pdispatch@stratfordcanada.ca

 

Mobility Services (Guelph)

• Phone: 519-822-1811 ext. 2801
• https://guelph.ca/living/getting-around/bus/mobility-service/#:~:text=Mobility%20Services%20is%20a%20specialized,when%20needed%2C%20contracted%20taxi%20services.
• Application Form: https://guelph.ca/wp-content/uploads/Mobility_Services_Application_Form.pdf

 

GRT MobilityPLUS (Cambridge/Kitchener/Waterloo)

• Phone: 519-585-7597 ext. 7345
• https://www.grt.ca/en/rider-information/eligibility.aspx
• Application Form: https://www.grt.ca/en/rider-information/resources/GRT_MobilityPLUS_Application_Online_Version.pdf

 

K-Transit (Woolwich/Wellesley/Wilmont/Elmira)

• Phone: 519-669-4533
• https://www.k-transit.com/
• Application Form: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5e1dd402fc4e434689e3d19e/t/5e824ef8460de12fa00817cb/1585598201403/Kiwanis+Transit+Application+Form+2020.pdf

 

Woodstock Para-Transportation

• Phone: 519-539-1291
• https://www.cityofwoodstock.ca/en/residential-services/para-transit.aspx
• Application Form: https://www.cityofwoodstock.ca/en/resourcesGeneral/PDFs/Engineering/AppForms/paratransportation-interactive.pdf
• Email: accessibility@cityofwoodstock.ca

 

Mobility Services taxiSCRIP program (Guelph)

• https://guelph.ca/living/getting-around/bus/mobility-service/taxiscrip/#:~:text=wheelchair%20or%20scooter.-,About%20taxiSCRIP,of%20a%20wheelchair%20or%20scooter.
• To be eligible for taxiSCRIP, a passenger must have a permanent Mobility Services registration number.
• Book via Mobility Services. If a passenger schedules service directly with the taxi, the passenger will be responsible for paying the full cost of the fare as shown on the taxi metre.
  • 519-822-1811 ext. 2801

 

GRT TaxiScrip (Kitchener/Cambridge/Waterloo)

• https://www.grt.ca/en/rider-information/taxiscrip.aspx
• For MobilityPLUS customers (have mobilityPLUS photo ID card)
• TaxiSCRIP books have coupons that represent a cash value. Provided discounted rates for taxi
  • Cambridge:
    • Golden Triangle Taxi: 519-740-2222
  • Kitchener-Waterloo:
    • City Cabs: 519-747-7777
    • United Taxi: 519-888-9999
    • Waterloo Taxi: 519-888-7777

 

TaxiScrip Woodstock

• https://www.octranspo.com/en/para-transpo/taxi-coupons/
• For Para-Transportation customers
• TaxiSCRIP books have coupons that represent a cash value. Provided discounted rates for taxi
• Taxi companies:
  • Blue Line: 613-238-1111
  • Capital Taxi: 613-238-1111
  • De-Ville: 613-841-6090
  • West-Way: 613-727-0101

 

 

Region: Greater Toronto Area

 

CANES Community Care – Ride Connect Transportation

• https://www.canes.on.ca/services/ride-connect-transportation
• Non-emergency transportation to local medical appointments and regular activities such as group shopping and religious or cultural events

 

Seniors for Seniors – A division of spectrum

• https://spectrumhealthcare.com/services/seniors-for-seniors/driver-companions/
• Drivers provide non-emergency transportation to local and long distance medical appointments, grocery shopping, banking, and other errands * able to accommodate collapsible wheelchairs, walkers and cognitive impairment

 

SPRINT Senior Care, Transportation

• Phone: 416-481-6411
• https://sprintseniorcare.org/transportation
• Rides to medical and dental appointments, rehabilitation and day programs. Along with the grocery store, bank, hairdresser and social acitvities.
• info@sprintseniorcare.org

 

Mavencare Seniors Transportation Services

• Phone: 416-855-2333
• https://mavencare.com/toronto/home-care-services/transportation-services
• Supplementary to person care and cannot be offered separately

 

Toronto Transit Commission

• https://www.ttc.ca/Fares_and_passes/Fare_information/Seniors_students_and_children/Seniors.jsp
• Seniors 65 years or older are eligible for a discounted fare with valid identification
• Options available include:
  • Senior Month Pass
  • Senior Ticket
  • Senior Cash Fare

 

Wheel-Trans

• Available 5am to 11pm
• Eligibility requirements — http://www.ttc.ca/WheelTrans/Eligibility_Wheel-Trans/index.jsp
• How to apply – http://www.ttc.ca/WheelTrans/How_to_apply/index.jsp
• How to book your trip — http://www.ttc.ca/WheelTrans/Booking/index.jsp

 

 

Region: York, Durham, Peel and Hills of Headwater

 

Mobility On-Request Paratransit (York)

• Phone: 1-866-744-1119
• https://www.yrt.ca/en/our-services/mor-paratransit-registration-and-eligibility.aspx
• Application Form: https://www.yrt.ca/en/our-services/resources/MOR-Application_JAN2020_web-reduced.pdf
• Email: mobilityplusfeedback@york.ca

 

TransHelp Paratransit (Peel)

• Specialized door-to-door public transit helps passengers stay independent.
• https://www.peelregion.ca/transhelp/apply/#apply
  • TransHelp Email Application: https://web.apps.peelregion.ca/intake/TransHelp#/
• transhelp@peelregion.ca.
• 905-791-1015

 

Durham Region Transit

• Phone: 1-866-247-0055
• https://www.durhamregiontransit.com/en/routes-and-schedules/on-demand-specialized.aspx
• https://www.durhamregiontransit.com/en/routes-and-schedules/resources/Specialized-Services/Specialized-Services-Application.pdf

 

CHATS

• York Region and South Simcoe – 1-877-452-4287
  • Home at Last – https://www.chats.on.ca/home-at-last
  • Community Transportation – https://www.chats.on.ca/community-transportation

TransHelp Taxi Scrip (Peel)

• https://www.peelregion.ca/transhelp/taxi-scrip/
• Taxi Scrip is a subsidized taxi service for TransHelp members. This means the fares are lower than actual taxi fares and the taxi company is reimbursed the difference.
• Mississauga:
  • A Black Cab: 905-822-4000
  • All Star Taxi: 905-602-0000
  • Blue and White Taxi: 905-274-4444
• Brampton
  • A1 Taxi: 905-453-6666
  • A Seven Eleven Taxi: 905-454-9999
  • Bram City Taxi: 905-455-1000
  • Brampton Bramalea Kwik Kab: 905-450-1111

 

 

Region: Kawartha and Northumberland

 

LIMO Specialized Transit (Kawartha)

• Phone: 705-324-3331
• https://www.kawarthalakes.ca/en/living-here/accessible-and-specialized-transit.aspx#:~:text=LIMO%20Specialized%20Transit%20is%20a,in%20the%20town%20of%20Lindsay.&text=You%20must%20complete%20a%20two,can%20use%20LIMO%20Specialized%20Transit.
• Email: transit@kawarthalakes.ca
• Application Form: https://www.kawarthalakes.ca/en/living-here/resources/Transit/LIMO-Application.pdf

 

Community Support Services Volunteer Drivers Lindsay

• Phone: 705-324-7323
• https://www.ccckl.ca/services/transportation/volunteer-drivers/
• The transportation is available for medical appointments, treatments, community services, shopping or social and recreational activities.
• info@ccckl.ca

 

Community Support Services Wheelchair Accessible Transportation Lindsay

• Phone: 705-324-7323
• https://www.ccckl.ca/services/transportation/wheelchair-accessible/
• A per kilometre or flat rate is charged per ride, depending on the pickup and destination locations. The transportation is available for medical appointments, treatments, community services, shopping or social and recreational activities. Transportation is also available for individuals who do not require wheelchair accessibility but who, due to frailty, may require additional support to access vehicles and escort assistance to reach their destination.
• info@ccckl.ca

 

Northumberland Transportation Initiative

• Phone: 1-866-768-7778
• https://www.southeasthealthline.ca/pdfs/Community%20Care%20Northumberland%20Transportation%20brochure%20Dec%202012.pdf

Region 10: Ottawa and the Countryside

Ottawa Seniors

• https://www.ottawaseniors.com/service-type/home-support/driving-services/
• A list of different senior services including driving services in the Ottawa region

 

Good Companions Transportation

• Phone: 613-236-0428 Extension: 2235
• https://thegoodcompanions.ca
• Available for individuals 55 years or older

 

Para Transpo Ottawa

• Phone: 613-218-8417
• https://www.octranspo.com/en/para-transpo/
• Application Form:

https://www.octranspo.com/images/files/forms/application_para_transpo_en.pdf

 

Ottawa Taxi Coupon Program

• https://www.octranspo.com/en/para-transpo/taxi-coupons/
• For registered para transpo customers
• Participating taxi companies:
  • Blue Line: 613-238-1111
  • Capital Taxi: 613-744-3333
  • De-Ville: 613-841-6090
  • West-Way: 613-727-0101

 

Transco Shopper Routes Ottawa

• Phone: 613-741-4390
• https://www.octranspo.com/en/our-services/bus-o-train-network/service-types/shopper-routes
• Shopper Routes (301-305) provide fully accessible busses for rural residents in a free and convenient way to get into town. These routes offer once-a-week service from rural communities to urban shopping destinations.

 

Carefor Health & Community Services – Renfrew County Office – Urban Ottawa – Champlain Community Transportation Collaborative

• Phone: 613-740-5775
• https://www.champlainhealthline.ca/displayservice.aspx?id=186570
• Transportation services for older adults and people with disabilities living in the Champlain District. Medical appointments * discharge from hospital * day programs * occupational therapy (OT) assessment * daily living activities such as work, grocery shopping, banking, Diner’s club, pharmacy, etc. * centers need between one to seven days notice for transportation.

 

 

Region: South Eastern Ontario

 

Senior Support Services Transportation

• Phone: 613-342-3693 or 1-800-465-7646
• https://www.cphcare.ca/service/transportation/
• Cost: Varies based on travel distance, but mileage is paid at 42 cents/km.

Bancroft Community Transit

• http://www.bancroftcommunitytransit.com/index.php/about-our-service/how-to-use-bancroft-community-transit
• Non-profit organization providing a door-to-door accessible transportation service by volunteer drivers.
• bancroft@bellnet.ca
• To find out if you are eligible for our service see the Eligibility page or call the office at
  • Belleville and South Hastings – 613-332-2732 or 1-866-787-4907
  • North Hastings County – 613-332-8291

 

 

Region: Muskoka, Parry South and Algonquin Park

 

Muskoka Seniors

• Phone: 705-789-6676 extension 28
• https://www.muskokaseniors.org/transportation

 

Muskoka Senior Assist

• Phone: 705-205-4723
• muskokaseniorassist.com
• Transportation options include:
  • Shopping and errands
  • To and from medical appointments
  • Can travel as far as Toronto

Bracebridge Mobility

• https://www.bracebridge.ca/en/live-here/Bracebridge-Mobility.aspx
• Specialized door-to-door transportation for individuals who are unable to use Bracebridge Transit due to mobility difficulties.
• transit@bracebridge.ca
• Application Form: https://bracebridge.civicweb.net/document/24944

Huntsville Transit

• https://www.huntsville.ca/en/roads-sidewalks-and-transit/transit.aspx
• Wheelchair accessible transit
• Operates 8am to 4pm

 

 

Region: Bruce Peninsula, Southern Georgian Bay and Lake Simcoe

 

Community Reach Transportation (Midland)

• Phone: 705-526-4321
• https://www.communityreach.ca
• Accessible Transit available: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm

 

Huronia Seniors Volunteer Care Team

• Phone: 705-526-5566
• Wheelchair accessible transportation run by volunteers
• Email: 5566@gmail.com

 

 

 

SERVICES ALL OVER ONTARIO

Uber:

• Hamilton
• Kingston
• Kitchener-Waterloo
• London
• Niagara Region
• Ottawa
• Toronto
• Windsor

Lyft

• Ajax
• Brampton
• Hamilton
• Mississauga
• Newmarket
• Oshawa
• Richmond Hill
• Toronto

 

VON – Transportation Services

• Phone: 905-529-0700 or 1-888-866-8515
• https://www.von.ca
• Volunteers and paid drivers provide transportation to medical and non-medical appointments, grocery shopping, adult day programs

 

Driving Miss Daisy

• https://www.drivingmissdaisy.ca/our-services/
  • Thunder Bay – 807-630-0890
  • Brantford – 519-865-1461
  • Oakville area – 905-399-6831
  • Toronto – 647-342-9400
  • Thornhill/Richmond Hill/Markham – 1-416-806-9432
  • Peterborough & Lindsay – 705-868-0074
  • Belleville – 613-921-3632
  • Kingston area – 613-484-4795
  • South Ottawa – 613-796-2285

 

Red Cross

• Hearst – 705-362-5676
• Kapuskasing – 705-335-4200
• Moosonee – 705-336-2302
• Smooth Rock Falls — 705-335-4200
• Cochrane — 705-272-6770
• Timmins — 705-267-4900
• Thunder Bay — 807-623-3073
• Iroquois Falls — 705-232-4901
• Matheson — 705-272-6770
• Salut Ste. Marie – 705-759-4547
• Dryden – 807-223-4751
• Sudbury – 705-647-0737
• North Bay – 705-472-5760
• Simcoe Muskoka – 705-721-3313
• Toronto Region – 416-236-3180
• Sarnia-Lambton – 519-332-6380
• Burlington – 905-637-5664
• Brantford – 519-753-4189
• Hamilton – 905-522-8485

 

Circle of Care, Sinai Health

• IRide
  • https://www.circleofcare.com/transportation/
• IRidePLUS
  • http://www.irideplus.com

 

Nurse Next Door, Senior Transportation Services

• https://www.nursenextdoor.com/our-services/senior-transportation-services/

 

 

GO Transit

• For individuals 65 years or older
• Seniors save 55% on GO transit with PRESTO!
• https://www.gotransit.com/en/travelling-with-us/seniors

 

Municiple Transit Systems in Ontario

• List of both regular and accessible Municipal transit options in Ontario
• http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/transit/municipal-transit-systems-in-ontario.shtml

 

 

 

EXTRAS

 

“Many communities have organizations that provide volunteer driving and transportation services for seniors, including those who need accessible transportation. Dial 211 from any phone in Ontario for more information about services available in your community.”

• You can almost visit the following website for more information.
• ca

 

Ontario Seniors’ Public Transit Tax Credit

• Individuals 65 years or older
• https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-seniors-public-transit-tax-credit

 

How to renew your driver’s license if you are over 80 (Ontario)

• If you are over 80, you must renew it every two years.
• https://www.ontario.ca/page/renew-g-drivers-licence-80-years-and-over

 

How to renew your commercial licences

• If you’re over 65 years or older
• https://drivetest.ca/licences/seniors.html

 

How to apply for an accessible parking permit

https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-accessible-parking-permit