COVID-19 is reminding us that our collective action and collaboration is so needed now!
We are grateful to so many organizations to deliver essential services. Here on this page we have pulled together some community resources for easy reference.
We know that marginalized and disadvantaged people in Grey Bruce are disproportionately at higher risk: Indigenous people, people who are homeless, people on social assistance, incarcerated people, people who are living with disabilities or compromised immune systems, the elderly. And workers who are self-employed, in precarious jobs, in retail or service sector are starting to experience layoffs.
Marginalized people become even more vulnerable during emergencies.
The populations most at risk are those that:
• depend heavily on the informal economy;
• occupy areas prone to shocks;
• have inadequate access to social services or political influence;
• have limited capacities and opportunities to cope and adapt and;
• limited or no access to technologies.
By understanding these issues, we can support the capacity of vulnerable populations in emergencies. We have listed a few tools and resources to assist organizations:
Inclusive Community Engagement: in a time of physical distancing, May 2020
COVID 19 – M’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre Supports
COVID 19 Resources and Supports for Newcomers and Immigrants
Covid-19 Resources for Employers Who Employ Newcomers in Bruce and Grey Counties
Federal and Provincial COVID 19 Response for Community Groups and Not-for-Profit Agencies
For the latest health information.
To find out about the community resources operating in your area call 211 or visit 211.ca.
The United Way of Bruce Grey has set up a Volunteer & Resources website to respond to the need for volunteers or resources.
HEALTH SUPPORTS
COVID-19 information for Health Professionals
Grey Bruce Health Unit’s COVID-19 FAQ page
Community-based measures to mitigate the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Canada
FOOD SUPPORTS
Bruce Grey Food App_Latest Food Insecurity Data
COVID-19: Guidance for Community Food Programs
COVID-19: Screening Checklist by Organizations of visitors
COVID 19 Passive Screening Poster
COVID 19: Guidance for Food Delivery Services
COVID 19: Delivering Items – Senior/ Immunocompromised
COVID 19: Delivering Items – Self-Isolation/COVID Infection
Grey Bruce Grocery Stores List
COVID 19: Guidelines for Grocery Shopping
COVID 19: Considerations for Gardeners
HOUSING SUPPORTS
Grey Bruce Housing Supports List
Winter 2020 Grey Bruce Emergency Shelter
Grey County Housing COVID-19 Newsletter
COVID 19: Guidance for Homeless Shelters
COVID 19: Guidance for Group Homes/Co-Living
COVID 19: Considerations for Women’s Shelters
Guidelines to Multi-Unit Dwellings
Considerations for Short Term Accomodations under COVID 19
INCOME SUPPORTS
COVID-19 Emergency Assistance, Ontario Works, and Ontario Disability Support Program
Bruce County Human Services COVID 19 Response
Grey County Social Services COVID 19 Response
Grey Bruce Community Income Support Programs
Post CERB Benefits and EI 5 Oct 2020
Supporting Seniors and People with Disabilities During Lockdown
TRANSPORT SUPPORTS
Grey Bruce Transportation Services List
Taking a Taxi or the Bus during COVID19
COVID 19 Guidance for Taxis and Other Ride Support Vehicles under COVID19
TRANSPORT SUPPORTS
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