Reopening at Woodgreen: what programs are offering in-person services again

Ok Ikejiani

Housing program writer

As Ontario is in stage three of its COVID-19 reopening plan, we’ve started to offer more in-person programs and services again to the public.

The following programs have resumed offering in-person service:

Employment Services

Our Employment Services office at 1533 Victoria Park Rd. has re-opened to in-person services by appointment only. Services include job search support and one-on-one employment counselling.

Housing Services

Our Housing Help Centre at 650 Queen St. E. has reopened to in-person services on Monday & Wednesday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. by appointment only. We are also providing services over the phone. You can book an appointment by calling (416) 645-6000 ext. 2500.

Our Food Bank is also operating on Tuesdays at 650 Queen St. E. from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Please register in-person on Tuesdays during Food Bank hours.

Mental Health, Addictions, and Developmental Services

Our Crisis Outreach Service for Seniors, Adult Protective Service Worker, Counselling and Support Services, Supported Independent Living, and Comprehensive Care & Integration Specialist teams are continuing to provide in-person and virtual services.

The Caregiver Support and Wellness team continue to provide in-person and virtual services to caregivers, both on an individual and group basis.

Our Walk-in Counselling Program is offering services only by phone or by video every Tuesday and Wednesday after 4:15 p.m. You can register by calling (416) 645-6000 ext. 1990 between 4:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Newcomer Services

WoodGreen’s Newcomer Programs and Services at our 1491 Danforth Avenue location is open for in-person services by appointment. Please call (416) 465-6185 to make an appointment.

Seniors Programs

Our Seniors Active Living Centres and our Seniors’ Day Programs are re-offering in-person programming. Please call (416) 572-3575 or email cccentralintake@woodgreen.org to find out if there is any space available.

We will continue to update this list as more programs and services reopen to the public. Be sure to revisit this page for the latest information.

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