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Two men are helping an elderly man get out of an assisted transportation vehicle.
September 14, 2023
We are hoping to alleviate that stress and that internet searching, with this one-stop shop website, for those in Simcoe County looking for safe, easy and accessible transportation to medical appointments.
Helping Hands strives to make the aging journey positive and comfortable for seniors
July 27, 2022
With six programs aimed to help cultivate independence, Helping Hands strives to make the aging journey positive and comfortable for seniors
Residents of Simcoe County can now request 'safe door-to-door transportation'
January 21, 2022
Residents of Simcoe County can now request 'safe door-to-door transportation' to get a booster shot or to get to other medical appointments

Program Spotlight

Photo of Linda, one of our dedicated personal support workers.
May 21, 2024
On PSW Day, we interviewed Linda, a dedicated personal support worker who has been with Helping Hands Orillia for over 16 years.
Older adult carrying a box
May 17, 2024
Discover how medical alert systems provide crucial support and peace of mind for older adults living alone.

Resources

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1door.ca

1door.ca provides quick access to a free counselling session and other support services. You choose a convenient date and time. This service is for everyone: youth, adults and families in Simcoe County and Muskoka. There is no waiting list. Keep checking back as we are consistently adding more providers.

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Couchiching OHT

A collection of dedicated community partners, passionate about co-designing an integrated health care continuum for our Community.


Resources for Patients & Caregivers in the Orillia and Area region can be found here!

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Access safe, high-quality care and avoid unnecessary visits to the emergency room. This service is an easy way to get connected to care you or your loved ones need, but it does not replace your other touch point with your health care provider. In a medical emergency call 911 immediately.

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211

211 is a helpline service that provides you with the contact information for a variety of social services, programs and community supports within their directory.

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