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Wellington & Guelph Social Services
Here to help you and your family.
Whether you need support finding housing, accessing child care, or getting financial assistance, we're here to help. Wellington & Guelph Social Services offers a range of programmes and services designed to support you and your family.
We serve residents in both the County of Wellington and the City of Guelph in a way that is integrated, people-focused and outcome-driven for residents.
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
Provides income support to people with disabilities, delivered by the province. Visit the provincial Ontario Disabilities Support Program website for more information about applying.
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Need help navigating the system?
The Social Services Help Centre is here for you.
We know it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Our Help Centre team is available to:
- Help you apply for services, such as child care subsidies, housing applications and waitlists, Ontario Works, emergency assistance, etc.
- Assist with you filling out forms and applications.
- Connect you with community programmes, such as food banks, mental health and addiction services, support for newcomers and youth.
- Answer your questions and guide you through the process.
Contact the Help Centre today:
By phone 519.837.6274 toll free 1-800-265-7294 or Email.
Visit the Help Centre in person:
Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
129 Wyndham St. North, Guelph, ON N1H 3T9 Fax: 519.824.9990
321 St. Andrew St. West Fergus, ON N1M 1P1 Fax: 519.787.8241
311 Foster St. Mount Forest, ON N0G 2L1 Fax: 519.321.8191
Ontario Works Outreach Calendar
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal City Mission 50 Quebec St. 1:00 pm -2:00pm | Guelph Community Health Centre 176 Wyndham St. N. 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Hope House 10 Cork St. E. 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Wyndham House Youth Hub 457 Woolwich St. 11:00am - 12:30pm |
| Guelph Public Library (Main Branch) 100 Norfolk St 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Advocacy Priorities
Explore key priorities and recommendations to strengthen social services and support residents.
Social Services Annual Reports
Explore annual reports highlighting achievements, impacts, and progress across social services.
Social Services Privacy Notice
The privacy of your personal information is important to us. The County of Wellington Social Services Department is accountable for keeping your personal information secure. All personal information created, held or collected by the County of Wellington is protected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). Please refer to the Social Services Privacy Notice for more information.