We help disadvantaged residents of Northumberland County through programs that provide assistance for the real world problems of low-income individuals and families. Contact us today.
T 905-373-4464 TF 1 800-850-7882
Email: info@thehelpcentre.ca
“Having 6 years of taxes done was a huge help.”
“The senior coordinator helped me so much.
The help turned my life around and changed my life.”
“Knowledgeable staff, appreciates being accompanied to apartment viewings.”
“Attending ESL classes has been helpful in many ways.
I’ve made new friends, learned about Canadian culture
and improved my reading and writing skills.”
Housing Support Programs
Housing Support Program
- I need to find new affordable housing
- I need help completing housing forms and rent-geared-to-income applications
- I don’t have transportation to get to rental viewing appointments
Rent Smart Training Sessions
- I want to learn to be a better tenant so I can live here for a long time
- I don’t understand what my rights are as a renter
- I don’t understand what the landlord’s rights are
- I need to learn about the “do’s” and “don’ts” of maintenance as a renter
Support for Seniors
- I live alone and feel isolated in Northumberland County
- I have recently lost a loved one and am overwhelmed with how to navigate social services
- I don’t know how to apply for government benefits, such as CPP, OAS, GIS
- Going to medical appointments is overwhelming and I need someone there to advocate for me
- I need to learn about services to help me improve my financial and social health
Financial Security Programs
- I haven’t filed my income taxes, and the government may owe me a refund
- I can’t afford my electricity bill and am looking for assistance
- I haven’t paid my heating bill and am looking for a subsidy
- I can never seem to stick to my budget, and need someone to review my income and to help me to set a reasonable budget
Learn More about Money Management Programs >
Learn More about Energy Programs: Low Income Assistance Program & Ontario Electricity Support Program >
Learn More about the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program >
English as a Second Language
- I am a new Canadian and would like to improve my English skills
- I need to apply for a job so I need better written and spoken English
- Meeting new people is hard as I don’t speak English well
Other Services Provided with Partner Agencies and Retailers
- I need to learn more about Other Community Programs in Northumberland County
- Community Programs
Learn More about Community Programs >
Upcoming News & Events
(09/12/2023) – 13th Annual Golf Tournament (Learn More)
(10/12/2023) – ESL Class (Learn More)
(11/12/2023) – The Help Centre in (Learn More)
(12/12/2023) – The Help Centre of Northumberland in Campbellford (Learn More)
(01/12/2024) – The Help Centre of Northumberland in Warkworth (Learn More)
(02/12/2024) – The Help Centre of Northumberland in Brighton (Learn More)
(03/12/2024) – The Help Centre of Northumberland in Port Hope (Learn More)
(04/12/2024) – The Help Centre of Northumberland in Colborne (Learn More)
Rental Listings Update
The Rental Listing is updated weekly, on Fridays. Click here to visit the updated Rental Listing.
Disclaimer: The Help Centre does not inspect, recommend or guarantee rental listings. The properties included on this list are not endorsed by The Help Centre; nor does it endorse those who are listing the rental units. The list is an aggregate of newspaper and online housing ads.
Are you ready to find out
how The Help Centre can help you?
You can contact us at:
Phone: 905-372-2646 or 1-888-698-3382 (toll-free)
Email: info@thehelpcentre.ca
Please follow us on Facebook to stay up-to-date:
@thehelpandlegalcentreofnorthumbland
@northumberlandhelpcentre
Are you looking for another type of help?
SUCH AS WITH:
- Tenants’ Rights
- Employment & Employment Standards?
- OW/ODSP?
- Canada Pension Plan?
- Employment Insurance?
And, much more.
Click here to go to The Northumberland Community Legal Centre website.
You can contact us at: 905-373-4464
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