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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: PET1303 | Last Modified: 21 Mar 2019 | Last Full Update: 21 Mar 2019 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | Provides social assistance and acts as the service system manager for child care, homelessness initiatives and homemaking services * provides Ontario Works (OW) financial assistance, employment assistance, community participation placements and employment placements (including self-employment) for low income or unemployed residents * helps people get involved in an active plan to return to work and become self-sufficient * provides full or partial coverage of child care fees for low income families and children with special needs Clients can access specific personal case file information and important program announcements by calling the provincial toll-free Interactive Voice Response number: 1-800-808-2268 See separate listings for other services and programs |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:15 am-4:30 pm |
| Areas Served | Peterborough (County of) ; All social services in Peterborough County are provided by the City of Peterborough |
| Eligibility | Any unemployed or low income resident may apply regardless of citizenship or length of residence |
| Application | Online Application - People residing in Peterborough city or county can apply online, use an eligibility screening tool and schedule appointments for: Ontario Works (OW) * Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) * Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) Can also apply for assistance in person or by phone at 705-748-8830 menu option 2 |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Peterborough |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | George St and Charlotte St |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | General Inquiry 705-748-8830 |
| Toll Free Phone | General Inquiry 1-855-738-3755 * Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867 |
| After Hours Phone | 705-740-6222 |
| Fax | 705-742-0542 |
| socialservices@peterborough.ca | |
| Website | www.peterborough.ca/socialservices |
| Primary Contact | Reception |
| Primary Executive | Ellen Armstrong, Manager of Social Services |
| Mailing Address | PO Box 4138 Peterborough, ON K9J 8S1 |