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There are people in Clarington who are living without stable, permanent, appropriate housing. The Regional Municipality of Durham is responsible for all social services in all Durham municipalities, including Clarington. This includes safe, temporary shelter and supports for residents with no safe accommodation options.
Winter Warming
Clarington’s Winter Warming Centre is located at 181 Liberty Street South, Bowmanville.
If you need assistance getting to a warming program or shelter, Housing outreach agencies can provide transportation help, or you can contact Durham Region’s Street Outreach Team at HomelessHelp@durham.ca or by calling 905-666-6239 ext. 5510 or 1-888-721-0622 ext. 5510 or 311 ext. 5510.
Cooling Centres
Cooling Centres provide a safe place for people to cool down when it is hot outside. The Region of Durham provides a list of Cooling Centres in Clarington in addition to others across Durham.
Do you need support?
If you need support or shelter, please contact Durham Region at HomelessHelp@Durham.ca or call 905-666-6239 ext. 5510. The Outreach Team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Food banks and meal programs
Find information about food support programs, including community meals and food banks on 211 Durham or call or text 2-1-1.
Services in Clarington
| Bowmanville Library - 163 Church Street, Bowmanville |
Available services:
Newcomer Settlement ServicesBook an appointment with a CDCD settlement worker at the Bowmanville Library Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Drop in available from 3 to 5 p.m.
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)Meet with an ODSP caseworker at the Bowmanville Library Mondays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Get support Ontario Disability Support Program offers:
Housing Support ServicesThe John Howard Society of Durham Region (JHSD) caseworkers will provide housing outreach at the Bowmanville Library on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon. No appointment is necessary, and services include:
This partnership will strengthen access to important supports for community members who are currently unsheltered, precariously housed, or experiencing homelessness. Harm ReductionWednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drop in; no appointment required The John Howard Society of Durham Region (JHSD) caseworkers will provide harm reduction outreach at CLMA locations. JHSD provides information on how to safely use substances, overdose prevention, as well as mental health information and other supports within the Region. The onsite harm reduction outreach worker is available to provide Naloxone administration and training, sharps disposal containers, drug testing kits, practical support items, and brief counselling and referrals. Bowmanville Library Hours:
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| Newcastle Library - 150 King Avenue East, Newcastle |
Available Services:
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)Meet with an ODSP caseworker at the Newcastle Library alternate Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Get support Ontario Disability Support Program offers:
Community Employment ServicesTuesdays from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Register by calling Durham College Community Employment Services at 905-697-4472. Get professional assistance with resumes and cover letters, find job search support and employment counselling, and gain valuable interview skills practice and advice. Presented with Durham College Community Employment Services. Harm ReductionThursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drop in; no appointment required The John Howard Society of Durham Region (JHSD) caseworkers will provide harm reduction outreach at CLMA locations. JHSD provides information on how to safely use substances, overdose prevention, as well as mental health information and other supports within the Region. The onsite harm reduction outreach worker is available to provide Naloxone administration and training, sharps disposal containers, drug testing kits, practical support items, and brief counselling and referrals. Newcastle Library Hours:
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Courtice Library - 2950 Courtice Road, Courtice |
Available Services:
Harm ReductionTuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drop in; no appointment required The John Howard Society of Durham Region (JHSD) caseworkers will provide harm reduction outreach at CLMA locations. JHSD provides information on how to safely use substances, overdose prevention, as well as mental health information and other supports within the Region. The onsite harm reduction outreach worker is available to provide Naloxone administration and training, sharps disposal containers, drug testing kits, practical support items, and brief counselling and referrals. Courtice Library Hours:
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| Orono Library - 127 Church Street, Orono |
Available Services:
Community Employment ServicesThursdays from 10 a.m. to noon. Register by calling Durham College Community Employment Services at 905-697-4472. Get professional assistance with resumes and cover letters, find job search support and employment counselling, and gain valuable interview skills practice and advice. Presented with Durham College Community Employment Services. Orono Library Hours:
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| St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank, St. Joseph's Catholic Church - 127 Liberty Street South, Bowmanville |
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| Salvation Army Food Pantry and Coffee Hub - 75 Liberty Street, South, Bowmanville |
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| Community Dinner - St Paul's United Church, 178 Church Street, Bowmanville |
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| St. Paul's United Church, 178 Church Street, Bowmanville |
Available services:BLUE (Building Lives Up Everywhere)
Bread of Life Social Justice Café
Food Pantry
Clarington Warming Site
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John Howard Society, 132 Church Street, Bowmanville |
Resource Rooms are open to the public from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call 905-926-8073 for more information |
How you can help
If you see a vulnerable resident who needs support, learn more from the Region of Durham about how you can help.
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