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Community Care Northumberland

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46 Prince Edward St, Suite 13
Brighton
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Toll-Free: 1-866-514-5774
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Fax: 613-475-3990
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
Last update: Apr 22, 2026: Suggest an edit
Application
No referral required - Call
Eligibility / Target Population
Dependent on program
Fees
Some nominal fees may apply
Executives
Leiann Peart - Director of Client Services
l.peart@commcare.ca
Contacts
Patti Aitken - Manager of Wellness Services
p.aitken@commcare.ca
Languages
English
Area Served
Northumberland County
Accessibility
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Description of Services:
Local agency of Community Care Northumberland.
  • A multi-service, volunteer based community support organization serving residents in Brighton with the delivery of the following programs and services:
  • Friendly Visiting
  • Community Diners (see separate listing)
  • Home at Last
  • Home Help and Home Maintenance Programs
  • Hospice Palliative Care Programs and Bereavement Support (1-855-473-8875)
  • Information and Referral
  • Meals on Wheels Programs, hot and frozen meal options
  • Personal Distress Alarms
  • Supports for Caregivers
  • Telephone Security Checks
  • Transportation Services
  • Accessible Transportation (866-768-7778)
  • Wellness, Social and Recreational Programs for Seniors
  • Social Group for senior men and women. Call for more information.
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  • Friendly Visiting Volunteer provided on a one to one basis to visit on a regular basis * visit activities may be playing cards, walks, crafts, conversation * volunteers are screened * can provide service for persons with dementia
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  • Home At Last - Hospital Transition Program Transitional supports when being discharged from hospitals in Northumberland County
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  • Home Help and Maintenance Program Assistance with light cleaning * shopping * meal preparation
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  • Hospice Palliative Care Program - Visiting Hospice Service Trained volunteers provide emotional, psychological, spiritual and social supports
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  • Meals On Wheels Nutritious hot or frozen meals are delivered during the noon hour by volunteers to the person's home * special diets can be accommodated
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  • Personal Distress Alarms Medical alert system * allows older adults and people with disabilities to call for assistance using a help button * 24-hour emergency response
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  • Specialized Transportation - Accessible and Rural Services Rural transportation within Northumberland County. Accessible transportation for people with physical and or functional disabilities. Clients must be pre-registered before using the system. Curb to curb service. Fee involved.
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  • Support and Care for Caregivers Assistance with the on-going responsibilities of caregivers who are caring for a loved one, friend or neighbor * peer support and discussion for caregivers and family and friends to share coping strategies and information on resources
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  • Telephone Reassurance Calls Regular telephone contact provided in order to provide reassurance and arrange for assistance if necessary * normally short five minute calls at regular, prearranged times or when family and friends are away
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  • Wellness Programs Social and recreational activities * program offerings vary
    • hobby based clubs
    • men's group
    • ladies group
    • fitness programs
Last Updated: Apr 22, 2026: Suggest an edit