Northumberland County Community and Social Services is continuing its Identification and Wellness Clinics for a third year, helping residents access important identification documents and community support services.
The first clinic takes place Wednesday, June 3 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Port Hope.
County officials say the clinics are designed to reduce barriers residents may face when replacing or updating identification required for services connected to healthcare, housing, income supports and employment.
The initiative brings multiple agencies and service providers together in one location to simplify what can often be a lengthy and complicated process.
Community and Social Services Client Services Manager Jennifer Glover says obtaining or replacing identification can involve several appointments and agencies, creating challenges for many residents.
Participating organizations at the Port Hope clinic will include Northumberland County Community and Social Services, Service Ontario, the Northumberland Community Legal Centre, Fleming College Academic Upgrading, the office of Northumberland Peterborough South MP Philip Lawrence and Ontario Health Team of Northumberland.
Residents will be able to receive assistance with Ontario Works applications, health cards, Ontario Photo Cards, birth certificate applications, passports, federal benefit programs and connections to local healthcare providers.
County officials say the clinics are open to all residents whether they need replacement identification or support navigating available services.
Additional clinics are scheduled for Brighton on September 16 and Cobourg on October 28.
Pre registration is encouraged through the county website to help manage wait times, though walk in participation will also be accepted.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
