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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR1841 | Last Full Update: 21 Apr 2020 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | CV19 ; OCR ; The Olde Forge |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Richmond Rd and Pinecrest Rd |
| Bus Route Notes | OC Transpo OC Travel Planner or Route Timetable |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Parking | Free parking |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 (11 Jun 2020): Due to COVID19, the centre is closed for programs until further notice. * Transportation to medical appointments, shopping, telephone check-ins and information and referral remain available. * Working with other agencies to coordinates services for seniors in the community. * Tax preparation services on hold indefinitely. * Free food boxes and delivery available until Jun 30, 2020. Access to community resources * meeting space (may be rented) * assistance with income tax for low income seniors and people with disabilities * home support service (home maintenance, homemaking, light housekeeping and companion care) * Seniors' Recreation Program Local Information and Referral Service: * social agencies * community organizations * government * recreational activities * education |
| Hours | COVID-19 Administration Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm, Sep-Jun * Mon-Fri 8:30 am-3:30 pm, Jul-Aug |
| Areas Served | Ottawa (City of) |
| Boundaries | Community Support Services: Area bounded by the city limits to the west, Woodroffe Avenue to the east, north of the Queensway and Clyde Avenue, south of the Queensway, Ottawa River to the north, and Baseline Road to the south. For home maintenance, housekeeping and companion care: to the North Ottawa River, to the south Hunt Club Rd to the West Eagleson Rd and to the East Kirkwood Ave. A catchment area map is available on the website |
| Eligibility | Ages: 55 year(s) and up Residents of the West End of Ottawa * Community support services are for seniors 55 years and older or persons with physical disabilities |
| Application | Call to apply |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | Service - Some services have fees associated to them ; Publications |
| Service Categories | Comprehensive Information and Referral ; Directory/Resource List Publication ; Meeting Space ; Support Group Clearinghouses |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-829-9777 |
| Fax | 613-829-9318 |
| info@oldeforge.ca | |
| Website | www.oldeforge.ca |
| Social Media |  |
| Primary Contact | Colleen Taylor, Executive Director; Email: c.taylor@oldeforge.ca |
| Other Details | |
| Established | 1978 |
| Funding | City / Town ; Provincial - Local Health Integration Network ; Fundraising ; Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 107794000 RR0001 |
| Elections | The Board of Directors is elected at the annual general meeting usually held in June |
| Print Material | "Olde Forge Guide to Community Services: Senior's Directory " is a comprehensive directory of community facilities, organizations and services * fee $6.00 |
| Resources | Website |
| Accreditation | No |