We are in this together. The Municipality of South Huron is committed to ensuring all members within our community are connected to the resources they need during these challenging times. This page contains a list of community resources and personal support services and will be updated frequently as information becomes available. Be sure to check back often, or contact us directly if you have questions.
For the status of municipal services, please visit our COVID-19 Hub page.
For information related to business supports, please visit our COVID-19 Business Recovery Resources page.
South Huron Telecheck Program
The Municipality South Huron has launched the Telecheck Program, which is available for any community member who would like to receive a daily/weekly reassurance phone call to make sure they have everything they need. As physical distancing continues, we are here to help you - call us!
How to sign up: You can sign up for the program by phoning the Municipality of South Huron at 519-235-0310 extension 247. Please leave a message with your name, address and phone number. Volunteers are standing by and ready to connect with those who need it.
Community Resources and Personal Support Services:
Effective, February 17, 2022, Ontario is moving to the next phase of public health measures. A full list to measures and conditions can be found in O. Reg. 364/20 Rules for Areas at Step 3 and at the Roadmap Exit Step.
The HPPH has prepared a Masks or Face Coverings site for instructions on usage and frequently asked questions.
| Child Care |
| Huron County Children's Services provides information regarding emergency licensed child care, licensed child care (home and centre care) and other community agencies and programs in Huron County. |
| Employment Resources |
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The Centre for Employment and Learning works with employers and candidates to match talents and skills to meet recruitment needs and provides workshops and programs to help aid individuals in preparing for employment.
The Government of Canada has launched Step up to the plate - Help feed Canadians which provides resources to individuals about employment opportunities available in the agriculture and agri-food sector.
The Ontario Government has launched a Find a job during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic site to provide individuals with information on employment openings and training resources in various sectors in Ontario, including:
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Financial Support for Individuals and Families
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| Canada Recovery Benefit (CERB Alternative) |
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The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will launch the new Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB) on September 27, to extend financial support to non-EI claimants.
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| Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) |
| The Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) has been updated to provide payments directly to qualifying renters and property owners, without requiring the participation of landlords. |
| County of Huron Support Programs |
- For a list of financial supports offered through Huron County Social Services, visit their Ontario Works page for more information.
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| Energy Assistance Program |
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The Government of Ontario is making funding available to support residential, small business and charitable organization customers that are struggling to pay their energy bills as a result of the COVID-19 emergency.
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| Emergency Assistance Program |
| The Province of Ontario's Emergency Assistance program provides short term financial support if you are in a crisis or an emergency situation and require money for things like food and housing. |
| Ontario Disability Support Program |
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Ontario Disability Support Program clients who have additional expenses related to the COVID-19 outbreak and who don’t receive Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) income (with some exceptions) may be eligible.
For more information visit the Ontario Disability Support Program page.
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| Support for Families with Children |
| Ontario's Support for Families program provided funding to families who have children who are not in school or child care because of COVID-19. This program is now closed and not accepting new applications at this time. |
| Support for Learners |
| Ontario's Support for Learners program provided a one-time funding for parents to help offset costs during the 2020-2021 school year. This program is now closed and not accepting new applications at this time. |
| Support for Students and Recent Graduates |
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The Government of Canada created a number of programs to assist students and recent graduates during COVID-19.
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| Trillium Drug Program |
| The Trillium Drug Program is intended for Ontario residents who have high prescription drug costs in relation to their net household. For information on how to apply, visit the Trillium Drug Program website. |
Unsure of the financial supports that apply to your situation? Prosper Canada has created an online tool to identify financial supports available to Canadians.
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| Food Delivery Assistance |
- Check with your local grocery store or pharmacy - many have delivery programs in place.
- One Care continues to provide options for community members including Meals on Wheels and a Grocery Delivery Program (created in response to COVID-19). For more information about these programs, call One Care at 1-844-482-7800.
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| Food Supply Support |
- The Community Table is offering food hampers in the Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle parking lot with pick up scheduled on Tuesday mornings from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Delivery is also available for those not able to attend. Please email Eptcan.noahsark@gmail.com or leave a message at 519-235-2991 ext. 4.
- The Exeter Community Food Bank is open on Wednesday mornings from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. To book an appointment for pick up please send us a message by emailing exeterfoodbank1@gmail.com, call or text 519-860-4104 or visit the Exeter Community Food Bank Facebook group. There are a number of community volunteers to deliver hampers to those who are in self isolation and need assistance.
- The Huron County Food Bank Distribution Centre is offering a monthly Mobile Food Bank in Huron Park at the former school location (between Columbia and Empress Streets) on select Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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| Health |
The Connection Center (Location: 70670 London road in the basement of the Exeter Pentecostal Church) will have a nurse practitioner Monday and Wednesday from 1:00p.m. to 3:30 p.m..
This service is available to anyone who is homeless, living precariously or is under resourced. The nurse is able to do exams, referrals and write prescriptions. To utilize this service you cannot have a family doctor.
For more information, please call 519-235-2991 ext 4.
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| Housing Support |
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The County of Huron has prepared a Housing and Property Services Guide to provide individuals with up to date information on housing in Huron County and available support.
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| Regional Resources (Grey, Bruce, Huron Counties) |
- Huron County Biz Map provides up to date information on businesses within Huron County and information pertaining to disruption of services provided.
- Grey Bruce Huron Strong is an information hub developed by Bruce Power, the Nuclear Innovation Institute and NPX to help communities stay connected during physical isolation. The hub includes information about the latest health information, resources for people and businesses in need, a way for citizens to offer help to others and ideas for things to do at home.
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| Supports for Adults |
- 211 Ontario continues to provide programs and services to help the community through their page dedicated to finding support during COVID-19. Some of the programs and supports you can access through 211 Ontario are: Abuse/Assault, Emergency/Crisis, Employment/Training, Health Care, Legal, Housing, Income Support, Mental Health/Addictions and Older Adults.
- One Care continues to support the community during the pandemic with transportation services. For an up to date list of services, please visit their Covid-19 & One Care page.
- One Care has expanded their respite services to provide relief for caregivers who have become isolated and are experiencing an increase in caregiver burden. For more information on this service, please call One Care at 1-844-482-7800.
- One Care is now offering virtual services including seated exercises and cognitive exercises. For more information on this service, please call One Care at 1-844-482-7800.
- Wellness Together Canada provides mental health and substance use support during COVID-19.
- Huron Domestic Assault Review Team has a list of COVID resources.
- Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
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| Supports for Children and Teens |
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| Training Opportunities |
- The LearningHub (offered by the Centres for Employment & Learning of the Avon Maitland District School Board, the LearningHUB is funded by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development) offers online literacy, basic and essential skills upgrading through three flexible learning options.
- connect2skills is offering free training for individuals who want to work in Hospitality & Tourism in Bruce, Huron, Grey and Perth counties.
- The Ontario Government announced a virtual job training program for hospitality workers and helping apprentices back into the workforce. The announcement can be found here. Details for these programs have not been released and will be updated once information is received.
- Alateen, a part of the Al-Anon Family Groups, is a fellowship of young people (mostly teenagers) whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking whether they are in your life drinking or not.
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Transportation
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- ONE CARE (1-844-482-7800) offers transportation service such as:
- EasyRide™ is a transportation service shared by Community Support agencies. By teaming up and sharing our vehicles and drivers we can offer flexible door to door service.
- ONE CARE Grocery Shuttle Program that provides convenient and cost-effective door-to-door transportation to local grocery stores for seniors and older adults with physical disabilities. Clients enjoy an opportunity to socialize with others while getting out and choosing your own groceries. Reassurance and help may be offered by our drivers during regular trips made year round.
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Help Do Local Good
The Municipality of South Huron has partnered with the United Way Perth-Huron on a “caremongering” initiative to connect those most affected by COVID-19 with those willing to lend a hand.
Additional ways to get involved are to contact them by email at reception@perthhuron.unitedway.ca or call 519-271-7730 to leave a phone number and briefly describe how and where you can help.
