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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OXF0698 | Last Modified: 20 Oct 2020 | Last Full Update: 11 May 2020 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | Office: 519-539-6166 |
| After Hours Phone | Emergency Housing Cell: 519-532-2649 |
| Fax | Emergency Food Bank/Housing: 519-539-8796 |
| saemerghouse@rogers.com | |
| Primary Contact | Jennifer Schafrick, Emergency Housing Advocate, The Salvation Army; Phone: 519-539-6166 * 519-532-2649; Fax: 519-539-8796; Email: saemerghouse@rogers.com |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | COVID19 Update: Food Bank open by appointment only Mon, Wed, Fri 9:00 am-3:00 pm; call ahead to provide information. Food Bank Food assistance program providing both perishable & non-perishable food (canned & boxed food, frozen food, meats, fruits & vegetables) * bread * Emergency Walk-in Food Bank * once every 6 weeks assistance * limited baby food, formula and diapers (when available) * food assistance can be accessed by appointment once every six weeks if required * Drop-in coffee, baked goods and bread. Thrift Store Sale of used clothing, furniture and household items * ensures they meet public health standards Clothing Assistance Supplies vouchers that can be exchanged for clothing at The Salvation Army Thrift Store * given three times a year unless otherwise discussed with Director Furniture Assistance Supplies vouchers that can be exchanged for household. Furniture and clothing items through The Salvation Army Thrift Store Emergency Housing Upon eligibility can provide single individuals with a motel voucher for a single night stay * will attempt to coordinate transport to a nearby shelter * provides families with access to an emergency house which accommodates up to 10 people for a maximum of 6 weeks stay * Woodstock Police are equipped with motel vouchers Volunteer Program Volunteer service and school Community Service Hours programs * drop off resume or complete The Salvation Army Volunteer Registration Form available from Salvation Army office Wellness Program - Eyeglasses, Prescriptions and Transportation Assistance Program offers either a grant depending on financial situations to the maximum of $200 * assists with the following: dental, prescriptions, eyeglasses, medical equipment, transportation to out of town medical appointments, identification replacement Housing Advocacy Assistance with documentation and advice on landlord tenant issues Camps Overall purpose is to serve the total personality and health needs of the camper; spiritual, educational, social, and recreational through a creative, healthful experience, in co-operative group living in outdoor settings * Holiday camps * Mum and Tots * Teens * Sleep Away camp for youth only * applications available through Woodstock branch, Tillsonburg branch, Norwich branch, Ingersoll branch |
| Hours | Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1:30 pm-4 pm Food Bank: Mon-Wed 9:45 am-12 noon, Thu 9:45 am-12 noon, 1:30 pm-4 pm * Drop-in coffee, baked goods and bread hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm Thrift Store & Donation Drop-off: Tuesday to Saturday 10 am to 4 pm Emergency Housing: 24 hour service |
| Areas Served | Oxford County |
| Eligibility | Food Bank Each client must go through a needs assessment, monthly income and expense receipts must be provided by the individual Thrift Store No restrictions * assistance is offered to those who are experiencing financial difficulties or low income Volunteer Program Individuals interested in volunteer work Wellness Program - Eyeglasses, Prescriptions and Transportation Assistance Persons with low-income and medical requirements Camps Age range 0-17 years * Mom and Tot Camp children 0-7 years * Holiday Camp ( away camp) Proof of age is required Clothing Assistance & Furniture Assistance Low income individuals and families in need Emergency Housing Homeless families, single parents, couples * family members must have been living together prior to their request and plan on staying together after their stay Housing Advocacy Individuals who have received documentation (eviction notices) or require assistance resolving landlord/tenant issues |
| Application | Food Bank, Furniture Assistance & Wellness Program There is an Intake process which is by appointment only Clothing Assistance Intake process required Volunteer Program Call for information or upon completion of required documentation Camps Call for information Emergency Housing Intake process required by appointment * after hours intake facilitated by Woodstock Police Housing Advocacy Individuals may call for assistance and booking of appointment to meet with Housing Advocate |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Service - Emergency Housing: Subsidy based on income |
| Agency Information | |
| Primary Executive | Noel Stern; Email: Noel_Stern@can.salvationarmy.org |
| Funding | Regional / Municipal - Emergency Housing ; United Way |
| Agency Services | |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Woodstock |
| Address & Map | 190 Huron St Woodstock, ON N4S 7A1 |
| Intersection | Huron St and Knightsbridge Rd |
| Mailing Address | N4V 1E9 |
| Physical Access | Partially Accessible ; Designated parking at entrance - At side of building ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door |