Community & Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS)
240 Edward St., Suite 1 L4G 3S9 Aurora, ON, Canada

Everyone is feeling the effects of COVID-19, but for vulnerable residents already facing significant barriers such as poverty, homelessness and food insecurity, these times are even more challenging. The COVID-19 Community Coordination (3C) initiative is a joint partnership between York Region, United Way Greater Toronto (UWGT), local municipal partners, community organizations and other key stakeholders to support York Region’s most vulnerable residents during COVID-19 Visit http://ow.ly/p9Kz50D5y1w to learn more, and check out how we're helping seniors during this time http://ow.ly/tDUd50D5y1v

Vaccines are now available for those eligible! Visit york.ca/COVID19vaccine for more information!

'It's OK to be afraid', visit this link to learn more about fears of the COVID-19 Vaccine! https://www.yorkregion.com//10337712--it-s-ok-to-be-afrai/

If you have any symptoms or think you may have been in contact with someone with COVID-19 get tested. Visit the Vaughan Community Health Centre to get tested. Visit www.vchc.simplybook.me or call 905-226-7332 to book an appointment.

On behalf of the thousands of older adults and caregivers to whom CHATS provides services for each year, it is our great honor to extend sincerest appreciation to each one of you for your support. Visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6jebx4fn7o!

During this #BlueMonday & a time when we must keep physically apart from those outside our household, staying connected with others is important for our well-being. Visit http://york.ca/stayconnected for some creative, fun & safe ways to stay connected with others Two hearts #YRStayConnected

Today is the Lantern Festival! The Lantern Festival or the Spring Lantern Festival is a Chinese festival celebrated on the fifteenth day of the first month in the lunisolar Chinese calendar. #lanternfestival #lantern #springlanternfestival #festival #holiday #seniors

The holidays are just around the corner, and our seniors are still isolated during these challenging times. Now, more than ever we could use your support. Visit https://www.chats.on.ca/donate to make a donation to support our seniors this holiday season! #holidaygiving #donation

CHATS is supporting Vaughan Community Health Centre (VCHC) by sharing their posting for an immediate need for 3 Community Ambassadors. This is part-time, 21 hours per week and contract until March 31, 2021. Hours can be flexible. Please contact Janette at [email protected] for more information. You may send your cover letter and resume to:... Community Ambassador c/o Vaughan Community Health Centre Email: [email protected]

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of your community’s fastest growing population? If you live or work in York Region or South Simcoe and are willing to donate between 3-5 hours each month to make a difference in the lives of seniors and their caregivers, visit https://www.chats.on.ca/u/Master_Recruitment_Ad_2021-22.pdf to learn more.

Happy New Year to all! We wish all of our supporters a prosperous and healthy new year to you and your families! Thank you for providing seniors a happy and healthy year! #newyear #2021 #happynewyear #newyearsresolution #balldrop #countdown #seniors

Chartwell wants to bring some comfort in your home! Reach out to Mary Minielli at 416-333-9965, or email [email protected] for a complimentary Comfort Kit for Seniors!

Today is the final day of Kwanzaa! Tonight all seven candles of the Kinara are lit! Each candle represents the seven principles of Kwanzaa! Happy Kwanzaa to all! #kawanzaa #happykawanzaa #unity #joyouskawanzaa #seniors

Stopping the spread of COVID-19 won’t be easy, but it is possible. As we look toward a new year, commit to stepping-up your efforts to #StopTheSpread and challenge others to do the same! The Ontario Hospital Association (OHA) is re-introducing its Take the Pledge to Stop the Spread campaign, originally launched in October. Visit www.ontariocovidpledge.ca to learn more. This is an urgent message given the steep increase in daily positive cases and deaths and the growing number of hospitalizations. We need to encourage all Ontarians to do their part in protecting Ontario’s health system capacity and its vulnerable populations, especially over the coming winter months.

As our Adult Day Programs start to re-open we wanted to share with you our re-opening protocols and the safety measures we have implemented to keep you and your loved ones safe. Check out our video on the changes we've made in our Adult Day Programs! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XonJ6ew3Kc

COVID-19 POP-UP TEST CENTRE If you have symptoms of COVID-19 or think you may be infected (even without symptoms), please book an appointment to get tested at the COVID-19 Pop-Up Centre (Please see details in flyer) Carefirst One-Stop Multi-Services Centre... 300 Silver Star Blvd, Scarborough ON M1V 0G2 (Intersection of Midland and McNicoll) Every week on Thursday from January 14 - March 25, 2021 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Book online at https://carefirstontario.ca/

#DYK someone in the Vaughan area who wants to help seniors with snow clearing, walkway clearing and salting? To learn more about this program and sign-up as a service provider, please contact [email protected] or call/text 905-726-5602. Must be insured and be able to provide a clean vulnerable sector screening.

Today's Winter Safety Tip: Keep an emergency car kit in your car. You don’t need to spend a lot of money most items can be found in your home. Be sure to pack items such as gloves, hats, a blanket, a first aid kit, booster cables, a small shovel, a flashlight, and anything else that can help keep you safe in an emergency. #wintersafety #winter #tips #safety

Stopping the spread of COVID-19 won’t be easy, but it is possible. Commit to stepping-up your efforts to #StopTheSpread and challenge others to do the same! The Ontario Hospital Association (OHA) is re-introducing its Take the Pledge to Stop the Spread campaign, originally launched in October. Visit www.ontariocovidpledge.ca to learn more. This is an urgent message given the steep increase in daily positive cases and deaths and the growing number of hospitalizations. We need to encourage all Ontarians to do their part in protecting Ontario’s health system capacity and its vulnerable populations.

We are happy to host our third annual online holiday auction! Start the countdown, our auction will run from November 25th-December 2nd! Don't miss out on amazing items from a 10-day stay at a Newfoundland cottage, a variety of gift cards, and much more! Mark your calendars!

Do you know a senior in need of snow cleaning in Maple, Kleinburg, Woodbridge, Concord or Thornhill? From now until April 15th, 2021 CHATS is providing snow cleaning. Financial subsides are available to those who quality. Limited Availability: for more information please call CHATS Snow Line at 1 (866) 677-9048 ext.7669 (SNOW)or email [email protected]

Do you know a senior in need of snow clearing in Maple, Kleinburg, Woodbridge, Concord or Thornhill? From November 15th, 2020 April 15th, 2021 CHATS is providing snow clearing. Financial subsidies are available to those who qualify. Call the CHATS Snow Line at 1-866-677-9048 ext. 7669 (SNOW) or email [email protected] to learn more!

Today is the first day of Kawanzaa! Kwanzaa is an annual celebration culminating in gift-giving and a feast of faith, called Karamu Ya Imani. It was created by Maulana Karenga and first celebrated in 1966. #kawanzaa #happykawanzaa #unity #joyouskawanzaa #seniors

The Western York Region Ontario Health Team has opened 2 more flu clinics to help meet the high demand. The dates are as follows: Sunday, November 29th, from 9 am to 4 pm The Battle Centre 927 Clark Avenue W.... Thornhill, ON L4J 8G6 Sunday, December 6th, from 9 am to 4 pm The Battle Centre 927 Clark Avenue W. Thornhill, ON L4J 8G6 Visit https://fluclinicyorkregion.simplybook.me/v2/ to register! Appointments must be made.

$5,000 signing bonus for new PSW grads! Visit www.chats.on.ca/careers. We offer full-time hours, with benefits and paid sick days, supportive supervision and ongoing training. Apply now!

Are you or someone you know interested in virtual social and wellness programs? Join us every weekday for a variety of programs in the comfort of your own home! Visit www.chats.on.ca to learn more! #virtual #socialandwellness #virtualprograms #seniors