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If you need help finding food, there are programs and services in Oxford County and Elgin St. Thomas that can help. These programs include community meals, food banks, food box programs and meal delivery services. For questions about the programs, please call the organization listed.
To suggest updates to the information listed, please contact us at healthyeating@swpublichealth.ca.
Community meals offer free food to anyone who needs it.
Community Meals - Elgin St. Thomas
There are many community meals in Elgin ST. Thomas. The Elgin St. Thomas Food Providers Network creates a monthly meal calendar. To view their calendar, visit their Facebook page.
The Family Central
62 Talbot St. E, Aylmer
www.thefamilycentral.ca
Facebook: The Family Central Aylmer
519-765-2444
West Elgin Community Health Centre - The Hub
146 Munroe St., West Lorne
519-768-1715 ext 2319
Soup’s On: Eat in or take lunch to go. Pre-registration is required.
Call for program dates and hours.
There are many community meals in Oxford County. The Oxford County Community Health Centre creates a monthly meal calendar. To view the calendar, please visit their website.
If you’re struggling to buy groceries, food banks and emergency food programs can help.
Food bank hours and required documents may vary. Please contact the organization for more information.
Caring Cupboard Food Bank – Rodney
221 Stinson St., Rodney
519-495-5206
East Elgin Community Assistance Program – Corner Cupboard Food Bank
29 John St. N., Aylmer (rear of the building)
226-342-7716
Port Stanley and Area Community Cupboard
283 Colborne St., Port Stanley
519-782-3122
St. Paul’s United Church – Community Pantry
5 Queen St. N., Aylmer
519-773-7152
St. Thomas Elgin Food Bank
24 John St., St. Thomas
519-878-3663
St. Thomas Public Library - Community Fridge and Freezer
153 Curtis St., St. Thomas
519-631-6050
West Elgin Community Health Centre (free food pantry)
153 Main St., West Lorne
519-768-1715
West Elgin Daffodil Auxiliary – Welfare (food bank division)
185 C Currie Rd., Dutton
519-762-5757
Food bank hours and required documents may change. Please contact the organization for more information.
Helping Hand Food Bank Tillsonburg
131 B Rolph St., Tillsonburg
www.tillsonburgfoodbank.com
519-668-3434
Salvation Army – Community and Family Services Norwich
18 Main St., Norwich
519-863-6375
Salvation Army – Hope Market (Food Bank)
769 Juliana Dr., Woodstock
519-539-9345
Salvation Army - Ingersoll
48 Charles St. W., Unit 2, Ingersoll
519-485-4961
Salvation Army – Tillsonburg and Area
155 Broadway St., Tillsonburg
519-842-3231
Seniors in Food Crisis
Emergency food for seniors 50 years of age and older
519-532-2691 (text)
Seniors in Food Crisis Facebook page
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul – Tillsonburg Food Bank
51 Venison St. W., Tillsonburg
519-842-3234 ext. 5
South Gate Centre -Food Angel Program
191 Old Welling St. S., Woodstock
Hot and frozen meals delivered to seniors in need.
STICH Supper Club
118 Church St., Ingersoll
STICH Super Club Facebook Page
Some food items available for pickup during community meal.
The Good Food Box Elgin is a program that helps you buy fresh fruits and vegetables at a lower price. Each box costs $20. Boxes are available on the third or fourth Monday of each month.
There are several locations in Elgin St. Thomas where you can pick up your box. Call one of these places to order:
St. Thomas: Destination Church – 226-927-5223
St. Thomas: Explore Church - 226-927-5223
West Lorne: West Elgin Community Health Centre – 519-768-1715 ext. 2203
Aylmer: The Family Central – 226-927-5223
Want more information? Visit the Good Food Box Elgin on Facebook for updates and details.
What are the local meal delivery services?
If you’re unable to shop or prepare meals due to health or mobility issues, meal delivery services provide nutritious, prepared meals to your home.
VON Middlesex-Elgin Community Support Services
175 S Edgeware Rd, St. Thomas
519-637-6408
Meal delivery service for adults 55 years and older and individuals with developmental disabilities.
Meals on Wheels (hot meals) and Food Box Program available.
Ingersoll Services for Seniors
250 Ingersoll St. S, Ingersoll
519-485-2269
Website: Ingersoll Services for Seniors
Meals on Wheels, curbside meals, dine in meals, and frozen meals available.
550 Ingersoll Ave., Woodstock
519-539-1231 (Press 0)
Website: VON Oxford
Meal delivery service for seniors or adults with disabilities unable to cook or shop for themselves. Includes the hot meal program (Woodstock or Tavistock) and frozen meal program (Woodstock).
West Elgin Community Health Centre - The Hub
153 Main St., West Lorne
519-768-1757 ext. 2319
Meals on Wheels
Buying local food supports farmers in your community and keeps your food fresh. You can find local produce, meat, and more through these programs:
Visit Tourism Oxford’s website for the Oxford Fresh map for information on local farms and producers in Oxford County
Visit the Buy Local, Buy Fresh map for information on local farms and producers in Elgin St. Thomas
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