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Seniors Resource Guide

Information provided by the Nepean Housing Corporation's Community Development Team!

The Government of Ontario provides an easy-to-use website to search for health care services. Everyone is welcome, but some services may have waitlists. Comprehensive Health Care Services: Access doctors, specialists, and dietitians via Health Care Connect. Contact 811 for assistance, available Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. No cost for dietitian consultations. Dental inquiries can be directed to the Ottawa Dental Society website or by calling their hotline.
The Government of Ontario provides an easy-to-use website to search for health care services. Everyone is welcome, but some services may have waitlists. Comprehensive Health Care Services: Access doctors, specialists, and dietitians via Health Care Connect. Contact 811 for assistance, available Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. No cost for dietitian consultations. Dental inquiries can be directed to the Ottawa Dental Society website or by calling their hotline.
No car? No problem! Transportation Services: OC Transpo offers free rides for seniors (65+) on Wednesdays, and Para Transpo provides accessible door-to-door service. Ottawa West Community Support (OWCS) has volunteer drivers for appointments and shopping, with financial assistance available.
No car? No problem! Transportation Services: OC Transpo offers free rides for seniors (65+) on Wednesdays, and Para Transpo provides accessible door-to-door service. Ottawa West Community Support (OWCS) has volunteer drivers for appointments and shopping, with financial assistance available.
Meal Programs: Offering diverse options, Meals on Wheels Ottawa delivers hot and frozen meals to seniors, OWCS Wheels to Meals hosts group luncheons and outings, and the WOCRC Diners’ Club provides social lunch programs. Fees and subsidies vary.
Meal Programs: Offering diverse options, Meals on Wheels Ottawa delivers hot and frozen meals to seniors, OWCS Wheels to Meals hosts group luncheons and outings, and the WOCRC Diners’ Club provides social lunch programs. Fees and subsidies vary.
Support Resources: Crisis intervention services in Ottawa include the Distress Centre, Suicide Crisis Helpline, and emergency contact numbers. A Friendly Voice offers free peer support for seniors, while elder abuse prevention resources are available through the Ottawa Police.
Support Resources: Crisis intervention services in Ottawa include the Distress Centre, Suicide Crisis Helpline, and emergency contact numbers. A Friendly Voice offers free peer support for seniors, while elder abuse prevention resources are available through the Ottawa Police.
Discover year-round social and recreational programs for seniors offered by Nepean Housing Corporation and the City of Ottawa. Enjoy activities like swimming, dance, fitness classes, and more to foster community engagement and well-being. Visit www.nepeanhousing.ca or call (613) 823-8452 for more information.
Discover year-round social and recreational programs for seniors offered by Nepean Housing Corporation and the City of Ottawa. Enjoy activities like swimming, dance, fitness classes, and more to foster community engagement and well-being. Visit www.nepeanhousing.ca or call (613) 823-8452 for more information.

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🏥 Health Services

The Government of Ontario provides an easy-to-use website to search for health care services. Everyone is welcome, but some services may have waitlists.


Additional Health Resources

  • Ontario Health Teams (formerly Champlain LHIN) – Coordinates home care, palliative care, and community health services.

  • Primary Care Outreach to Seniors (PCO) – Mobile team of nurses and social workers offering in-home health assessments and case management for seniors at risk of losing their independence. No cost for eligible seniors.

  • Home & Community Care Support Services Champlain (HCCSS) – Government-funded in-home healthcare, personal support, and long-term care placement.

  • Ottawa West Community Support (OWCS) – Foot care, respite care, personal care & dementia day programs (fees may apply; subsidies available).

  • Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC) – Seniors’ wellness programs, foot care & caregiver support (some services have a cost).

  • Olde Forge Community Resource Centre – Health workshops, fitness classes & foot care for seniors (fees may apply; subsidies available).

  • Dementia Society of Ottawa & Renfrew County – Dementia support, social programs, caregiver resources.

  • Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – Free dental care for low-income seniors (65+).


🚗 Transportation Services

No car? No problem!

  • OC Transpo (Senior Discounts) – Seniors (65+) ride FREE on Wednesdays.

  • Para Transpo – Door-to-door transit for those with disabilities (fees based on distance; subsidies may be available).

  • Ottawa West Community Support (OWCS) – Volunteer drivers for medical appointments & shopping (low-cost; financial assistance available).

  • Olde Forge Community Resource Centre – Affordable volunteer rides for seniors (small fee per trip, subsidies may be available).


🍽️ Meal Programs

  • Meals on Wheels Ottawa – Delivers hot & frozen meals to seniors (fees apply, subsidies available).

  • OWCS Wheels to Meals – Group luncheons & outings for seniors (cost varies by event, subsidies may be available).

  • WOCRC Diners’ Club – Social lunch programs for seniors (fees apply).


🎉 Social & Recreation Programs

  • Nepean Housing Corporation – Year-round social programs designed to promote community engagement, enjoyment, and well-being for seniors.

  • City of Ottawa – Provides a variety of recreational programs for seniors, including: 🏊 Swimming | 💃 Dance | 🏋 Fitness Classes | 🎲 Games & Hobbies


📞 Crisis & Support Services

If you or someone you know needs help, support is available:

  • Ottawa Distress Centre: 📞 613-238-3311

  • Suicide Crisis Helpline: 📞 9-8-8

  • A Friendly Voice – Free peer support and check-in calls for seniors experiencing loneliness.

  • Elder Abuse Prevention (Carefor) – Support for seniors experiencing abuse.

  • Emergency: If immediate help is needed, call 9-1-1.

We acknowledge the Anishnabek Territory on which we gather. This is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Nation. The Algonquin peoples have lived on this land for millennia. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. We are grateful to have the opportunity to be present in this Territory. Nepean Housing honors the peoples and land of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation. Nepean Housing honours all First Nations, Inuit and Metis Peoples and their valuable past, present and future contributions to this land.

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