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Day Away

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Heritage Place Shopping Centre
1350 16th St E, Unit G12
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 6N7
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519-372-2091
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Toll-Free: 1-800-267-3798
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Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Services: Mon-Fri 9:30am-3:30pm
Last update: Jul 25, 2025: Suggest an edit
Application
Call 1-833-659-5491 to register for services and inquire about an assessment

Eligibility / Target Population
Adults who require assistance due to chronic illness, disability, memory loss or communication challenges

Older adults who are in need of socialization, recreation or ongoing caregiver respite

Fees
$13 per day * additional $13-15 fee for transportation (return trip)

Executives
Carolyn Laitinen - Executive Director
519-372-2091 ext 2003 * claitinen@hcssgreybruce.com
Bethany Green - Day Away Team Leader
519-372-2091 ext 2028 * bgreen@hcssgreybruce.com

Contacts
Cody Hay - Community Development and Philanthropy Coordinator
519-372-2091 ext 2009 * chay@hcssgreybruce.com

Languages
English

Area Served
Grey and Bruce County

Accessibility
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Description of Services:
Provides socialization, recreation, physical/cognitive exercise, and caregiver relief in a medically monitored environment * clients come to the program to take part in a wide variety of activities assisted by professional staff and trained volunteers * a meal with friends, a game of cards, music, exercise, crafts, and visiting with new friends are all common activities

Nutritious snacks and a hot lunch are provided

Transportation to and from the program can be arranged as needed
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