Community Resources

This page includes contact information and helpful links to Community Services and Recreational Facilities for Georgina residents. 

211 Ontario

211 Ontario is an essential service that connects Ontarians with the information and support they need. It's available 24/7 and staffed by trained experts who can give you valuable information, referrals, and help. 211 Ontario is a central hub for information about community and social services. 211 Ontario makes it easier for individuals and families to access the help they need. Creating a stronger, more connected community for all.

211 Ontario

York Region's UpHub

Up Hub is York Region’s go-to online and print community resource navigator for local social services in mental health, addictions and developmental disabilities, as well as a peer-based platform for people to share their stories and uplifting experiences to help others.

Up Hub

Food

Georgina Community Food Pantry

 

The Georgina Community Food Pantry is located at the Link and helps to provide food to residents experiencing food shortage.

905-596-0557

Health

Addiction Services Central Ontario (ASCO)

For nearly 40 years, Addiction Services Central Ontario (ASCO) has been a leading government-funded treatment provider for substance use, problem gambling and mental illness.

1-800-263-2288

Alzheimer Society of York Region

 

The Alzheimer Society of York Region offers support, education, navigation and Day programs to people impacted by dementia. Learn about the organization's history, partners, leadership team, career opportunities and more.

905-476-5521

Canadian Neuropathy Association

 

The goals of the Canadian Neuropathy Association is to provide education to neuropathy patients, their families and their Doctors; conduct research and share information obtained as a result of that research.

705-437-2878

Diabetes Association

 

Diabetes Canada is the nation's most trusted provider of diabetes education, research, resources, and services.

705-437-1928

Hospice Georgina

Hospice Georgina is a visiting hospice; a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving the residents of the Town of Georgina and Georgina Island.

905-722-9333

Multiple Sclerosis of York North

 

Managing Multiple Sclerosis. MS is not curable, but it is manageable through treatments and lifestyle adjustments. Get support from MS Canada.

905-830-4950

York Region - Keswick Adult Day Program Alzheimer's and Related Dementias

 

York Region - Keswick Adult Day Program is a day program for adults including social, recreational and therapeutic group activities for people with Alzheimer's disease or associated dementia helps caregivers provide day-to-day care.

1-877-464-9675 ext. 76079

Housing

Affordable Housing - York Region

 

York Region administers and funds subsidized housing in all nine cities and towns, providing individuals, families and seniors with low- to moderate-incomes. Find out about Affordable Housing in York Region

905-830-4444 ext. 0
1-877-464-9675, ext. 0

Homelessness Community Programs - York Region

Residents in York Region who are at risk of becoming homeless or experiencing homelessness are encouraged to contact the York Region Emergency Housing Central Intake Line at 1-877-464-9675  ext. 76140. This phone line is answered 24 hours a day seven days a week including holidays.

For more information on available supports, call Access York at 1-877-464 9675 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or visit york.ca/EmergencyHousing.

Keswick: 905-989-1883
Pefferlaw: 705-437-2133

 

Seniors

CHATS - Community Health Assistance to Seniors

 

CHATS - Community Health Assistance to Seniors delivers client-centred programs and services for older adults based on their unique wants and needs.

905-713-3373

Club 55

 

Club 55 is Georgina’s older adult active programming centre - an exclusive space where adults 55 years or older can come together to relax, socialize, meet new friends and have fun!

Members have access to special events, lunches, outings, programs, leagues and more that will not only keep you physically and mentally active, but connected socially to peers and to the community as a whole.  

Club 55

Club 55 – Keswick, Pefferlaw or Sutton
Katherine Squires
905-476-9972, ext. 2

Udora Seniors

Udora Seniors

705-437-1987

York Region – Long-term care and support

 

York Region provides services to promote the health, well-being, safety and independence of individuals requiring care. Services such as adult day programs, client intervention and support, convalescent care, long-term care homes and the short-stay respite programs are available to all residents. York Region is committed to the highest quality healthcare standards. Learn more about Long-term Care and Support in York Region.

chs-info@york.ca
1-866-YORKLTC (967-5582)

Transit

Routes Connecting Communities

 

Routes Connecting Communities is a York Region community based not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping people since 1989.

905-722-4616
info@routescc.org

 

York Region Transit (YRT)

Plan your trip with York Region Transit. Easily locate the closest stops, upcoming schedules, route maps, and other services available to you.

1-866-668-3978

York Region Transit (YRT) - Mobility On Request

Mobility On-Request offers two types of service: Paratransit and the on-request service.

Mobility On-Request Paratransit

Mobility On-Request Paratransit is York Region's door-to-door, shared ride, accessible public transit service for people with disabilities. To use this service, you must meet specific eligibility criteria. Visit the Registration and Eligibility page to learn more.

Mobility On-Request

This is YRT’s on-request transit service. It is a ride-sharing service that allows you to request transit when and where you need, within select service areas. No application process is required. Visit the Service Areas page to learn more.

Paratransit: 1-866-744-1119
65+ Service: 1-866-744-1119
On-Request: 1-844-667-5327

Youth and family services

Childcare – York Region

York Region helps make child care more affordable for families with low and moderate income, by offering a Child Care Fee Subsidy that reduces the amount of money that families have to pay licensed child care providers to care for their child(ren) under the age of 13. This is a first-come-first-served program.

1-888-703-KIDS (5437)

Community Living Georgina

 

Community Living Georgina provides support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities, offers day programs, community outreach support program, respite care, summer camp (outdoor and indoor), supported independent living, home share and group homes.

905-722-8947
E-mail: admin@communitylivinggeorgina.com

Family Services York Region

 

Are you having difficulty coping with life’s challenges? Family Services York Region provides counselling and community based cultural support services in York Region.

25202 Warden Ave
Sutton West, Ontario L0E 1R0
Tel: 905-476-3611

Family Violence Support York Region

Family Violence is the abuse of power within a family or a relationship where one person trusts or depends on another. Any person in a family can be a victim of violence; man, woman, child or elderly.

https://www.york.ca/health/parenting/family-violence

Contact Us

26557 Civic Centre Rd,
Keswick, ON  L4P 3G1

T: 905-476-4301 / 705-437-2210
F: 905-476-8100
info@georgina.ca

Hours of Operation

Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.