Adult programs & services
* Please note that due to COVID-19, many of our programs have been placed on hold. While we are committed to running essential services such as food bank, please call ahead to make sure we are offering the service you need*
Emergency food bank
Provides a three day supply of emergency food one time per month. Please contact the Family House for more information on our catchment area and how we can help if you are working or in school.
Monday-Friday
9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.
*No food bank service on Tuesday mornings*
Community computers
Community access program that provides computers and internet access, printing, faxing, and photocopying.
Monday-Friday
9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.
*As programming occurs in the same space, please call ahead to ensure computers are available*
Sewing program
Run by community volunteers to provide participants with basic sewing skills, assisting in making and repairing clothes, and making household furnishing items.
Tuesday & Thursday
1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.
*September to June*
Freebie Friday
Collected from donations and clothing drives, families are able to receive high-quality and gently used free clothing and small household items.
Fridays
1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Emergency baby cupboard
Assistance with items such as diapers, formula, and baby food for infants and toddlers once a month. Links to local organizations and health providers for baby items and health issues.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.
*No service on Tuesday*
Starting strong & collective kitchen
This perinatal program works in partnership with Carlington Community Health and Resources Centre to support pregnant women and nursing mothers on a bi-monthly basis for health promotion and nutrition.
Second and last Monday of the month
9:30 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.
*September to June*
Baby bundles
New baby and safety items to support families with their newborn children. All donations are gladly accepted.
*Available upon request*
Welcome caregivers!
A time to play, meet, and support. The playroom is open for caregivers on a daily basis.
Monday-Friday
9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.
Community Garden
In 2010, we began a community garden in Rideauview Park directly behind Debra Dynes Family House. This initiative began to combat this problem and provide free, fresh produce to residents in the community. Our community garden currently has 36 raised beds and is used communally. If residents need herbs, lettuce, etc. for dinner that night, they are welcome to pick some from a mature plant. Anything that is not harvested by residents, volunteers and staff harvest, bag, and distribute through our food bank.
Referrals & personal help
Resume help
Job search
Faxing/photocopying/scanning
Snow suit application
Toy Mountain application
Holiday hampers
Referrals and outside agency information
Crisis services
Advocacy
Health promotion
Community Events
Emergency laundry
Tax assistance
School supplies assistance