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Practical Insights for Busy Caregivers
Program: Community Support Services
Organizations: Olde Forge Community Resource Centre
Phone Numbers: 613-829-9777
Fax: 613-829-9318
Email: info@oldeforge.ca
Website: www.oldeforge.ca
Address: 2730 Carling Ave
Ottawa, ON
K2B 7J1
Intersection: Richmond Rd and Carling Ave
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Administration 9am-4pm * by appointment only
Executives: Colleen Taylor - Executive Director
613-829-9777 ext 224 * c.taylor@oldeforge.ca
Elizabeth Parcher - Senior Manager, Programs and Operations
613-866-9132 * lizziepea@gmail.com
Service Description: Access to support in the community * In-person and virtual programs

General Services:
  • information and referral
  • friendly visiting
  • luncheon program
  • seniors day program
  • recreation program for seniors
  • grocery shopping
  • transportation to non-urgent medical appointments
  • caregiver support
  • free income tax clinics for Seniors and adults with disabilities

Home maintenance:
  • snow removal
  • light and heavy house-cleaning
  • minor repairs
  • odd jobs
  • yardwork

Foot care clinics:
  • examination of feet and legs
  • prevention care and health teaching
  • treatment of ingrown toenails and thick nails
  • trimming and filing of nails
  • calluses and corn care
  • nail care
  • referral services

Snow Go Assist program:
  • matching service for those looking to hire a contractor to clear snow from private driveways and walkways
  • eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities may also apply to receive financial assistance to pay for a portion of their snow removal costs through this program
Fees: Some services have fees associated to them
Application: Call for more information
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Older adults with physical disabilities who reside in the area served
Snow Go Assist program : Seniors and persons with disabilities, must be for the purpose of ensuring mobility * must be physically unable to clear snow from their private driveway and/or walkway due to their own disability * must lack resources (people and/or financial) to arrange for clearing of snow from their private driveway and/or walkway
Languages: English ; French ; Chinese (Cantonese)

This information was last completely updated on: 3-6-2025


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