Often, when a community member comes to CONTACT for support, the request is multi layered. A request for more affordable housing options may lead to the need for a better paying job and the appropriate attire for a job interview. In moments like these, the unwavering support of a cohesive team working in collaboration can […]
Author: Brenda Pufek
Sean’s Journey: From Hardship to Hope
As the winter season begins in our communities, the need for support for our most vulnerable neighbours becomes critical. Now more than ever, vulnerable individuals, families and our local seniors are facing enormous pressures. These pressures include food instability and financial stress from the rising cost of living and outrageous rental rates. Individuals and families […]
Reducing Isolation, Building Belonging: The Impact of CONTACT’s Seniors Programs
For nearly five decades, CONTACT Community Services has been a trusted pillar of support for individuals and families across South Simcoe, helping people access the resources they need to build healthy, stable, and connected lives. Although many know us for our Housing supports, Employment services, Volunteer opportunities, and The Clothes Line thrift stores, we are […]
VOLUNTEERS ARE OUR SUPERPOWER
The services, resources and programs that CONTACT Community Services provides are vital to our communities. Over 75% of our team members are volunteers, who offer their talents and experience to fill the many different roles needed to help make our mission successful! The people on our team are from all different walks of life, and […]
THE GRAND PARADE 2024!
WHO DOESN’T LOVE PARADE? CONTACT Community Services is gearing up for our second annual Grand Parade fundraiser on Saturday, September 21st! The Grand Parade is a national family friendly fundraising walk, taking place in Alliston (Banting Memorial High School Track) and Bradford West Gwillimbury (100 Dissette Street.) WHY ARE WE WALKING? At CONTACT Community Services, […]
CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW?
Let’s connect about CONTACT’s Spring Cellphone Drive! Do you have an old smartphone you don’t use anymore? Donate it to help someone in need. Your donation can help someone connect with their family, friends, doctor and other support services.WHAT WE NEED: – Working smartphones – All Google, Apple and Microsoft accounts closed and wires and […]
AFFORDABLE HOUSING CRISIS IN SOUTH SIMCOE
By Jerry Martinovic, Housing Services Manager CONTACT Community Services As most of you are probably aware, many parts of the province are currently experiencing an affordable housing crisis. What many of you may not be aware of, is how serious the problem is in South Simcoe and how that impacts our families, friends, and neighbours. […]

