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Organization:
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Elspeth Heyworth Centre for Women - Toronto
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Address:
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2350 Finch Ave W Unit D
Toronto, ON
M9M 2C7
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Location:
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Cross street: Weston Rd and Finch Ave W
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Accessibility Notes:
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Fully accessible - Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; Street parking
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Hours:
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Office - Mon-Fri 9:30 am-5 pm
Food bank: walk-in Thu only (seniors 12 noon-1 pm, general population 1 pm-4 pm), for service on other days, call: Mon-Fri 9:30 am-5 pm
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Service Description:
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Food Bank - call to register, also distribution of personal care items, diapers, washable masks, baby food and cereal, accepting donations
Domestic Violence - coordinate pro bono virtual services with lawyers; online support and counselling via phone calls, emails and video; assistance with EI applications
Senior Programs - virtual fitness sessions, technology training
For general inquiries: info@ehcw.ca or nabeela@ehcw.ca
For settlement services and support with applications: ivonne@ehcw.ca
For domestic abuse and counselling, support for youth, women and families: nazli@ehcw.ca
For programs and virtual exercise for seniors: yougeita@ehcw.ca; kelia@ehcw.ca
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Newcomer Settlement Services - in groups or individually- needs assessment
- orientation and overview of community and government services
- information and referral and to other service providers
- assistance in form completion and interpretation
Employment Programs including resume and cover letter writing, job search training, interview skills and mock interviews
Reduce Abuse and Freedom from Violence Projects- counselling services for families
- group sessions and workshops at various locations
Connect Young - anti-human trafficking program, group therapy/support and workshop series
Clothing Bank, Food - call ahead to confirm food availability; member of North York Harvest, and support from Brands for Canada
Aging at Home - recreational, cultural and educational services for seniors
Neighborhood Pod --connection with community through community leaders
Youth Summer Programs - recreational activities, leadership development, intergenerational activities for computer skills and gardening
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Newcomers, immigrant and refugee women, vulnerable women and their families
Connect Young - children and youth 10-17 years
Residency Requirements: Steeles Ave W (north) to Wilson Ave (south), Islington Ave (west) to Dufferin St (east) ; senior and youth services -- City of Vaughan
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Languages:
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English * Hindi * Punjabi * Spanish * Turkish * Urdu
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Language Notes:
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Interpretive Services
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Area Served:
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North York ; Etobicoke and area
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