Local Contacts

To learn more about the program, or to schedule an education session, contact the Elder Abuse Coordinator by calling 613-932-3451 X:4244 or email infoeasterncounties@carefor.ca.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, or you know someone who is, phone the 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Line at 1-866-996-0991.

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario is a provincial, charitable, non-profit organization focused on supporting the implementation of The Ontario Strategy to Combat Elder Abuse. To connect with Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario, visit www.eapon.ca, or call 1-416-916-6728.

The Seniors Safety Line is a 24/7, confidential and free resource that provides information, referrals and support in over 150 languages for seniors experiencing abuse.

Reach the Seniors Safety Line by calling 1-866-299-1011.

Report abuse in a long-term care home to the Director at the Ministery of Health and Long Term Care: 1-866-434-0144.

Report abuse in a retirement home to the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority: 1-855-275-7472.

The Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers seek information about crimes that have taken place in the community without fear of involvement or retaliation by offering anonymity and encourages calls by offering a reward.

Crime Stoppers encourages people to call with information to solve crimes already committed, those about to occur and/or the whereabouts of wanted persons. The identity of informants is never known.

If you would like to report information on a crime, call 1-800-222-8477.

The LHINs provide a wide range of health-care services and resources to support seniors at home, and in the community. Through personal visits and regular check-ins, the LHINs help determine the right care and health supports for you and get you the care you need. For more information, call 613-310-2222.

The Office of Public Guardian and Trustee delivers a unique range of services to safeguard the legal, personal and financial interests of vulnerable individuals. In circumstances of financial or personal abuse, the OPGT can apply to become a temporary guardian for the abused senior.

To learn more about the Office of the Public Guardian & Trustee call 1-800-366-0335.

Ontario 211 is a free hotline that connects seniors with local social support services including Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario.

To contact Ontario 211, just dial 211.

Caredove is an online program used by local support services including but not limited to elder abuse prevention, meal delivery, transportation, and more. The program offers seamless and timely delivery of services to anyone seeking specific programs. Visit www.caredove.ca/carefor for more information.

Meals on Wheels offers nutritious and delicious meals delivered to your home. To access a Meals on Wheels program near you, call 613 933-3384 ext. 4263.