Assistance

NeighbourLink Parkland


Description
Provides emergency assistance for people in need.

Service provides:

  • assistance and referrals to individuals in need who are unable to receive help anywhere else

May include:

  • short-term, emergency financial assistance to avoid eviction / utility disconnection, urgent access to prescriptions / medical needs, or emergency accommodation
  • assistance with deliveries for isolated individuals who may need supplies / food bank hampers
  • Keep In Touch Program - check-in phone calls by a volunteer for those identified as experiencing social isolation, including seniors
  • Help Closet - assistance with basic needs / toiletries / winter gear / technology access / clothing / household items
  • assistance with emergency food, medical- or job-related transportation
  • assistance with identification document fees
  • Furniture Donation Program - furniture to assist those in need who are re-establishing their residence and have low income
  • seasonal outreach programs to assist with back to school needs
  • Stockings of Care which provides practical gifts to single adults / seniors at Christmas
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • residents of Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, and Parkland County
  • who have low income
  • and are unable to access other resources, including government programs
Each situation assessed to determine eligibility. Does not serve individuals residing outside of Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, or Parkland County. 
Application Process
Service Access: See below, To access service:
  • call
  • e-mail
  • or visit website for information on community resources
Clients may also be referred by local agencies.
Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Telephone
780-960-9669 (Central Resource Centre)
Web Site
http://www.neighbourlinkparkland.ca
Email
neighbourlink.parkland@telus.net
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: N/A -
Other disabled access: N/A -
Topic(s)
Agency Information
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Last Verified On
March 26, 2024
Location
Spruce Grove
Hours of Operation
Mon
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Tue
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Wed
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Thu
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Fri
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM

Office does not accept drop-in traffic, however staff are available by phone or e-mail. Closed 12:00 noon to 12:30 PM. Closed statutory holidays.