Other Useful Support Services
There are many other support services in Northumberland County. See the following list for help with legal issues, budgeting, home repairs, supportive children's programming and other supports and services.
| Community Care Northumberland |
| Community Care Northumberland offers support programs to seniors and adults with disabilities, allowing them to remain independent within their own homes and communities.
Programs range from meals on wheels, support for caregivers, wellness programs, hospice support, transportation and more. For more information call 705-653-0955 or toll free 1-866-514-5774. |
| EarlyON Child and Family Centres |
| EarlyON Child and Family Centres are where children, parents and caregivers can laugh, be curious, play, learn, make friends and feel a sense of belonging. EarlyON Child and Family Centres have various locations throughout Northumberland County.
For more information call 905-372-6846 ext. 2471. |
| Five Counties Children's Centre |
| Five Counties Children’s Centre helps children with physical, communication and developmental problems. They work with children and adolescents, along with their families and the community to strengthen their abilities and promote their participation as active members of the community.
For more information call 905-377-0192. They are located at 800 Division Street, Unit 2, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 5V2. |
| Green Wood Coalition |
| Green Wood Coalition is a street-level, charitable organization that uses a community model of caring to walk alongside people living with poverty, mental illness, substance dependency and other disabilities. By offering a place of belonging, Green Wood is a radically inclusive community that honours the worth and the well-being of each person.
For more information call or text 905-885-8700. They are located at 4 Centennial Drive, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 4C5. |
| Habitat for Humanity Northumberland - Home repairs and accessibility modifications |
| Habitat for Humanity Northumberland offers programs for homeowners who need help with home repairs or accessibility modifications. If you are a low-to-moderate-income homeowner living in Northumberland County you may qualify for one of these programs.
Fore more information call 905-207-7534. They are located at 764 Division Street, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 5V2. |
| New Canadians Centre - Northumberland Office |
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The New Canadians Centre (NCC) is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to supporting immigrants, refugees and other newcomers in the Peterborough and Northumberland regions. For more information call 905-377-8100. |
| Pet food bank - Northumberland Humane Society |
| The Northumberland Humane Society recognizes that due to unforeseen events some families may require a helping hand when it comes to feeding their pets. They will provide a two-week supply of pet food to help families get through this difficult period and ensure their pets do not suffer. They are located at 371 Ward Street, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 4A4.
For more information call 905-885-4131. |
| PFLAG Canada - Cobourg Chapter |
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PFLAG Canada - Cobourg Chapter assists LGBT+ identified people, parents, families, friends & allies united to advance equality and acceptance. For more information call Ashley Bouman at 1-888-530-6777 ext. 569. |
| Rebound Child & Youth Services |
| Rebound offers supportive and proactive programming to empower children, youth, and their families to work towards positive change. Programs include mental health support, literacy & learning help, youth justice diversion, parenting support, group programs, trusteeship and youth walk-in counselling clinic.
For more information call 905-372-0007 or toll free 1-877-688-0007. They are located at 700 D’Arcy Street North, Unit 20, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 5T3. |
| The Help Centre |
The Help Centre is a non-profit organization offering services and supports around housing stability, budgeting, reducing barriers to employment, and help with general advocacy and information. Programs include:
For more information call 905-372-2646. They are located at 1005 Elgin Street West, Suite 301 in The Fleming Building, Cobourg, ON K9A 5J4. |
| The Legal Centre |
| The Legal Centre is a law clinic that provides free and confidential legal advice and help to the residents of Northumberland County. They specialize in tenant’s rights, ODSP, OW, WSIB, Canada Pension Plan, Employment Insurance, Employment Standards, Ontario Human Rights Code, and Criminal Injuries Compensation.
For more information call 905-373-4464 or 1-800-850-7882. They are located at 1005 Elgin Street West, Suite 301 in The Fleming Building, Cobourg, ON K9A 5J4. |
| The Salvation Army, Cobourg/Port Hope |
| The Salvation Army has multiple programs ranging from their food cupboards, to back packs for kids, baby formula, recovery programming, emergency assistance and support at Christmas time.
For more information call 905-373-9440 or toll free 1-866-865-0768. |
| WrapAround Northumberland |
| WrapAround Northumberland is an effective long-term planning process used by communities to assist individuals and families who are facing a multitude of challenges in their lives.
For more information call 905-372-2322 or toll free 1-866-704-5534. They are located at 1005 Burnham Street, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 5J5. |