Calling the Community to #spreadjoynotgerms

Neighbourhood Network is happy to share some easy ways for you to safely support your community during these challenging times. Read below to find out what you can do to help!

1. Draw Pictures for Seniors

   Seniors alone in their homes and retirement residents are suffering from extreme loneliness as a result of social isolation. Draw a picture or create some homemade artwork to send to a senior in need! When your masterpiece is complete, snap a photo or scan it and email it to [email protected] .

2. Call a Senior

   For those in isolation, a phone call can go a long way! Call 1-877-452-4287 to sign up to receive CHATS – Community & Home Assistance to Seniors Telephone Reassurance program today.

3. Deliver Groceries and Medicine

   Volunteers who are able to deliver groceries and medicine to seniors and other high risk individuals in our communities are encouraged to connect with Routes Connecting Communities at 905-722-4616 or [email protected].

4. Donate Goods and Funds

   Charities and non-profits in our communities are also on the front-lines providing important services to those in need and at risk in our communities. We continue to be in contact with our registered partners, and are updating their list of urgently needed donations on a daily basis. Scroll to the bottom of the page to see these needs.

5. Donate Blood

   There is an extreme blood donor shortage at this time. It is safe to donate blood during the COVID-19 crisis and critical to the care of patients. Click here to find out how you can donate in your community!

6. Support Local Businesses

   Click the links below to learn more from our partners at the Chambers of Commerce about how you can support local businesses during this time:

   • Aurora Chamber of Commerce
   • East Gwillimbury Chamber of Commerce
   • Georgina Chamber of Commerce
   • King Chamber of Commerce
   • Newmarket Chamber of Commerce

   We also encourage you to purchase gift cards from local restaurants and donate them to organizations in need, or to order meal delivery from restaurants to help support these businesses!

7. Stay Informed

   Our municipalities are working tirelessly to keep you all informed. Use these links to access the most current information in your municipality.

   • Town of Aurora or Aurora Cares Community Action Team or Mayor Mrakas Facebook
   • Town of East Gwillimbury
   • Town of Georgina or Mayor Quirk Facebook
   • King Township
   • Town of Newmarket or Mayor Taylor Facebook

8. Social Media Campaign #spreadjoynotgerms

   We want to see how you are spreading joy and to learn about the things you are grateful for during this time! Use this hashtag when you post on social media and tag Neighbourhood Network (@neighbourhoodnetwork Facebook, Instagram and @NeighbourNetwrk Twitter) in your posts so we can share messages of positivity!