Seniors’ Community Services is supported by hundreds of volunteers who are the driving force behind our programs and services. They are the champions of the SCS mission, and advocate for the seniors in our community. Working along side the staff at SCS, volunteers are integral in supporting the day to day operations of the centre whether it be as a kind voice on the phone, the welcoming presence at the front desk, the chefs who plan and prepare meals, or the drivers delivering Meals on Wheels. There is an opportunity to suit anyone’s personality or lifestyle.

Volunteer opportunities:

Diners’ Club A weekly lunch for clients to socialize and enjoy a hot meal

• Chefs, sous chefs, servers, and drivers

Friendly Visiting

• Weekly social visits with clients in person, or on the telephone

Meals on Wheels

• Preparing meals for delivery
• Delivering meals to clients

Transportation Services

• Providing medical drives and non-urgent drives for rural seniors
• Medial appointments, dialysis, grocery shopping, social events
• If you like connecting one on one and have an excellent driving record, contact us

Reception

• Front-line work assisting walk-ins and telephone support

Office Support

• Data entry, filing

Telephone Assurance

• Connecting with clients by telephone at specified times to ensure they are connected, healthy and safe
• Please note that TAP calls are not made on weekends or holidays.

Committees

• Fundraising and community events

Board of Directors

• Supporting the governance of the organization with leadership and advocacy

Sign me up! How can I become a volunteer?

There are all kinds of needs when it comes to providing support to you in your community. Check out our services to find out more about how Seniors' Community Services can help you.

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Meals on Wheels (MOW) provide a nourishing meal at a reasonable cost. Hot MOW are delivered in Kemptville; and, frozen Meals on Wheels are delivered in Kemptville and throughout the Municipality of North Grenville.
Fees apply.

This service is available Monday to Friday, except on holidays.

Meals on Wheels delivery provides a security check and social contact for people. Choosing Meals on Wheels is also a way for clients to maintain independence by ensuring that they have nutritious meals available.

Who is eligible?

Meals on Wheels are available to seniors and adults with physical disabilities.

How to order a meal?

Phone the Centre between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at 613-258-3203, or in person at 215 Sanders Street, Suite 101 in Kemptville.

Download Order Form Here  

Every attempt will be made to fill a request for meal delivery on the following week day.

Frozen MOW can be delivered, or picked up if this is more convenient.

How to cancel a meal?

Cancellation of meals must be telephoned to the Centre before 10:00 a.m. on the day the meal is not required.

Sample Menu – Choice of entrée, soup and dessert:

• Chicken Soup
• Pot Roast
• Apple Crisp

Meals are ordered “á la cart”

• Orders can consist of a combination of entrées, soups and desserts.
• There is an extensive menu to choose from.

Need a special diet?

We are able to accommodate special meal needs including renal, celiac, minced and puréed.

Gift Certificates

Gift certificates are available throughout the year, and can be made out for any denomination.

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A fun new program over the telephone from the comfort of your own home. All programs are 30 minutes and there is no cost to participate.

The Seniors’ Centre Without Walls (SCWW) is as simple as just picking up your telephone!

Through the use of multi-person phone calls, SCWW provides the opportunity for participants to join in on health and wellness seminars, educational lectures, brain-stimulating activities, listen to live musical entertainment, join in on general conversations, and make new and meaningful friendships – all from the comfort of home!  It works just the same as attending a class or a lecture at the centre, but instead it is facilitated over the telephone. 

How to Register

Phone or Email

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The Diners' Club is a held weekly at the Centre. The hot meal is served at noon. Reservations must be made before 12:00 p.m. Tuesday.
Fees apply.

This is a great opportunity for clients to meet old friends and make new ones. Guest speakers are scheduled throughout the year.

Gift Certificates

Gift certificates are available throughout the year, and can be made out for any denomination.

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Transportation, both local and long distance, is provided by volunteer drivers. Medical requests receive top priority. Drives of a social nature are provided when possible.
Fees apply.

Who is eligible?

Seniors and adults with physical disabilities.

How to arrange escorted transportation?

Request for drivers must be made through the office, Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. by calling 613-258-3203, or in person. When the request is received, we will contact one of our volunteer drivers, who in turn, will confirm the drive with you. Seniors’ Community Services carries insurance coverage on all of our volunteer drivers.

We ask that requests are made at least two working days in advance to allow for staff to arrange for the transportation. However, we do recognize that last minute medical appointments may be necessary and we will try to fill them.

Fee Schedule

Fees are based on a flat rate according to destination.

Parking fees are the responsibility of the client.

A transportation fee schedule is available at the Centre.

Gift Certificates

Gift certificates are available throughout the year, and can be made out for any denomination.

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The friendly visiting program is designed to provide one-to-one friendship and support for seniors and adults with physical disabilities who are not as active in the community. A regular weekly visit from a volunteer brings companionship, an opportunity for social activities, and increased connection with the community.
No fees apply.

What to do on a visit?

• Discuss current events
• Read mail, books, magazines
• Play cards and other games
• Go for a walk
• Have a tea or coffee
• Work on crafts
• Play music
• Develop new interests
• Write a letter
• Watch sporting events on TV

These ideas are only a few of the many things you might do on a visit. The range of activities is only limited by the imagination.

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Euchre; Paint & T'ookies; Singing Seniors; Skip-Bo; Cribbage.

Fees may apply.

Gift certificates are available throughout the year, and can be made out for any denomination.

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Exercise classes are held at the Centre, providing stretching, range of motion movements to help increase or maintain flexibility and balance.
No fees apply.

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Daily telephone calls, by a volunteer or staff person, are made as a quick check with the client. Follow-ups are made as required.
No fees apply.

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Proper foot care is very important in all stages of life, but especially in later years. Painful foot problems may prevent someone from leading a fully active life. The foot care is provided by a specially trained registered nurse.
Fees apply.

What the Foot Clinic offers?

Foot care includes trimming of nails, treatment of calluses, corns and ingrown toenails.

The Benefits of the Foot Care Clinic:

• Improperly cared for feet can be very painful causing difficulty in walking
• Decreased mobility and agility can make foot care a problem
• The Nurse will notice any changes that need further attention, which is very important for diabetics.

When is the Foot Clinic available?

The Foot Clinic is held weekly by appointment.
Clients must register beforehand by phoning the Centre at 613-258-3203.

Gift certificates are available throughout the year, and can be made out for any denomination.

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Help with general housework such as vacuuming, dusting, cleaning bathrooms and kitchens and laundry. This is a "referral" service only.
Fees apply.

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Available for minor repairs, painting, yard work etc. This is a "referral" service only.
Fees apply.

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If Seniors’ Community Services staff are unable to assist you, they will refer you to the appropriate agency.
No fees apply.

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• Alzheimers Society
  
• Beth Donovan Hospice
• Canadian Hearing Society
• Canadian National Institute for the Blind
• Champlain Local Health Integration Network
• Home and Community Care (formerly CCAC)
• Kemptville District Hospital
• Kemptville Salvation Army
• Ontario Community Support Association
• Parkinson Society Ottawa
• United Way of Leeds & Grenville
• Caredove

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At our office location we hold weekly diners Club, social activities and organized events in our Activity room and foot care by appointment.

Staff

Dawn Rodger

Executive Director

Annette Norton

Bookkeeper

Jill Woodley

Volunteer Coordinator

Heather Strader

Program Coordinator

Lisa Caldwell

Program Coordinator

Mackenzie Blair

Marketing and Communications Specialist

In the early 80s, the unique needs of the aging population were recognized as a priority area for ensuring older adults had the option to live independently in their own homes. Aging at home with supports became the foundation of what was then called the Kemptville and District Community Assistance Program (KDCAP).

Following the lead of the National Advisory Council and their Priorities for Action, KDCAP began the journey to supporting seniors and adults with physical disabilities in the Kemptville area. The catalyst to support was local resident Rita Dinner and a group of friends. Through interviews with people in long-term care, they determined that many seniors who were living in retirement homes could, with support, live independently at home. The volunteers worked tirelessly to secure funding to support the Meals on Wheels and transportation initiatives that remain fundamental services today.

In 1984, Cheryl Brown, once the KDCAP Volunteer Coordinator, became the organization’s first Executive Director and in 1988, KDCAP became Kemptville and District Home Support. In 2009, KDHSI found a new home on Sanders Street in Kemptville, and our organization remains a vital and fundamental part of the North Grenville community.

In 2020, our operating name changed to Seniors’ Community Services. This new name was founded on a collective agreement by staff and the Board of Directors that embraced the positive growth of the organization within North Grenville. SCS is dedicated to understanding and meeting the changing needs of our community, and providing programs and services that are accessible, relevant, and progressive. Our priority remains true to our early days 40 years ago: to ensure all seniors and adults with physical disabilities have the opportunity to live well and with independence while having the assurance of supports while aging at home.

Seniors’ Community Services is a registered charitable organization dedicated to supporting seniors, and adults with physical disabilities live well, and independently in their own homes. We strive to develop responsive, action-based programming and services that optimize access to transportation, nutritious meals, and home support. As a rural support service, we depend on volunteers who are the driving force behind our services, and the collaboration with community partners and stakeholders who understand the important contributions of older adults in the community. The centre creates a welcoming hub for social and recreational activities, and the opportunity to assist in decreasing social isolation and loneliness. Our virtual programs provide a gathering place that is respectful of individual circumstances and ensures that no one is left behind. SCS is dedicated to ensuring an atmosphere of warmth, with a practical approach to supporting the unique needs to age in place with dignity, independence and vitality.

Mission

To enhance the independent lifestyle of seniors and adults living with physical disabilities in our community by offering meaningful and timely services and activities.

Values

Inclusion

We recognize the diversity of our clients and promote equitable access and full participation to our programs and services.

Compassion

We embrace kindness and understanding when responding to our client's individual needs.

Advocacy

We actively seek programs and services to enhance the well-being of our clients.

Respect

We acknowledge that each client will make their own independent life choices.

Accountability

We adhere to consistent and transparent practices and accept responsibility for the outcomes.

Seniors' Community Services is a community-based non-profit supporting seniors, and adults with physical disabilities to live well, and independently in their own homes. Our programs and services provide a foundation of support to promote health and confidence making life that much easier for our aging community.