Myth & Fact of COVID-19 Vaccine
Presented by Momiji & JSS 1.5-hour online session (Zoom) each to learn about “Myth and Fact: COVID-19 Vaccine”, will be co-provided by Momiji Health Care Society and Japanese Social Services (JSS), on Wednesday, March 31, 3 – 4:30 pm. *Held in English with Japanese interpretation What is this session about? Inviting the nurses from Scarborough […]
Online Session: COVID-19 & Face Masks
Presented by Momiji & JSS **New: Date (English session) has changed to Aug 5** 1-hour online session (Zoom) to learn about face masks with regard to COVID-19 from geriatric nurse, will be co-provided by Momiji Health Care Society and Japanese Social Services (JSS), in English, on Wednesday, Aug 5 from 2 pm. What is this […]
COVID-19: financial supports/services
Index: (1) Government of Canada 1. COVID-19 Benefits and Services: Economic Response Plan Support for Individuals & Families Canada Child Benefit / Tax credit payment / Extended deadline for tax return / Mortgage support / Student Support / RRIFs / Support for OAS & GIS recipients Support for Workers & Job Loss Canada Emergency Response […]
COVID-19: Stay Healthy at Home during Physical Distancing
*Click here to see our page for Services for Seniors 1. Activities at Home Learn at home (Government of Ontario) Virtual museum tour (CTV News, Mar 13, 2020) eBooks, eAudiobooks, eLearning (Toronto Public Library) No Library Card? Sign up for the new Instant Digital Library Card with your Toronto cell phone number (Use code TPL2020). […]
JSS Services During the Emergency Period
JSS continues to offer counselling and information services via the phone/internet. Further, during the State of Emergency, all JSS services will be offered free of charge for the people experiencing hardship related to COVID-19. All our programs are temporarily suspended; however, planning is underway to deliver some of the programs in an online format. 【Current […]
COVID-19: Be aware of scams!
“Recognize. Reject. Report.” Sadly, there are already many scams related to COVID-19 offering for tests, household services, and protective items like masks and clothing. Below are some examples. For more list of COVID-19 scams, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre or call 1-888-495-8501. (1) Types of COVID-19 Scams 1. Grocery Help Scam Toronto Community Housing (TCH) […]
COVID-19: Support for Seniors
1. Grocery shops with Special Hours for seniors 65+ and other vulnerable populations (generated by The 519 on Apr 5, 2020) Eataly: 8-9 am Food Basics: First hour of opening (7-8 am, may vary by some locations) FreshCo: First hour of opening (hours vary by location) Loblaws: First hour of opening (hours vary by location) […]
COVID-19: Updates on Law and Legal Services（CLEO）
(1) Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) Go to the section of Step to Justice project, to see the full Q&As for the legal information updates by CLEO, one of the legal community clinics in Ontario, regarding to COVID-19. 1. Employment and Work My boss says that I might have to come back in for just […]
COVID-19: Taking Care of Mental Health
(1) Mental health (general) 1. Coping with stress and anxiety / Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) **While it is important to be informed and to take action to limit the spread of infection, the amount of information and attention on this topic can increase stress and anxiety. 1-a. Strategies to maintain your mental wellness […]
COVID-19：Other Resources
The situation and recommendations around COVID-19 can change very frequently, sometimes within one day. We try our best to provide updated information, however, we appreciate your understanding towards our limited capacity. Please let our Community Outreach Worker (programs@jss.ca) know if you find certain information on this section is outdated. COVID-19：Other Resources Index (click below to […]