Churches of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
Site: Guelph
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GUE0026 | Last Modified: 21 Jul 2020 | Last Full Update: 21 Jul 2020 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | St Vincent de Paul |
| info@ssvpguelph.ca | |
| Website | www.ssvpguelph.ca |
| Description (Site) | Activities at various church locations; assistance received mainly through in-home visits |
| Located In Community | Guelph |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible ; primarily visits clients in their homes; Basilica of Our Lady also visits with people living in shelters at the Drop In Centre |
| Description & Services | |
| Description (Agency) | Society of the Roman Catholic faith that provides support to people and families in need. |
| Description (Service) | Provides emergency assistance for those in need: * vouchers for free food * food pantry * clothing * furniture or household items * furniture delivery available (cost may apply, call for information) Needs: * to donate items contact Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Thrift Store The Society operates from the following churches. Contact each church to receive emergency assistance: * Basilica of Our Lady Conference (office 519-824-3951, assistance 519-654-3575) * Sacred Heart Conference (519-822-8944) * St John Conference (office 519-824-7311, vouchers 519-831-1112) * St Joseph-Fergus Conference (519-843-2006) * St Joseph-Guelph Conference (519-836-6806) |
| Hours | By appointment with the Society that serves the location of client's permanent residence |
| Areas Served | Fergus ; Guelph |
| Boundaries | Within the service area for the church - call for information |
| Eligibility | People in need who reside within the Society's church boundaries |
| Application | Call church office for appointment with a Society of Saint Vincent de Paul member |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity |
| Funding | Donations ; each Catholic church conducts a collection once per month for the Society's benefit * donations assist those living within their church boundaries * donations also received through In Memorial donations (cards available at funeral homes) and the CanadaHelps website * bequests may also be directed to the Society |
| Subjects | |
| Service Categories | Food Donation Programs ; Food Vouchers ; General Clothing Provision ; Household Goods Vouchers |
