Guthrie House
Country Roads Community Health Centre
Guthrie House, a partner agency of United Way of Leeds and Grenville, offers a range of health and social services which are available to the residents of North Leeds. At this historic home in Elgin you can access programs offered by Country Roads Community Health Centre as well as other organizations such as: KEYS Job Centre, Children’s Mental Health of Leeds Grenville, United Counties Ontario Works, Alzheimer Society of Lanark Leeds Grenville, 1000 Islands Credit Counseling, Developmental Services of Leeds and Grenville, Providence Care, and Rideau Lakes Chiropractic.
Guthrie House is an information link for families in Rideau Lakes to find local services and activities. Many local groups such as the Horticultural Society, Elgin and Area Heritage Society, and Food For All hold meetings in the boardroom.
Please like “Rideau Child and Family Hub” on Facebook where you will find local items posted. Free income tax preparation is available for low income earners.
Contact: Anne Bishop 613-359-6000. Guthrie House is located at 10 Perth Street, Elgin, Ontario. Hours vary.
Services available at Guthrie House:
Office Booking
Guthrie House tenants and non for profit groups can book the facility if available. Please contact Anne Bishop at 613-359-6000. For profit organizations and businesses you can use the space.
United Counties Ontario Works
A Case Manager is normally available by appointment, at Guthrie House, but clients need to call the Brockville Office at 613-342-3840 or 1-800-267-8146 to apply for assistance, or apply online.
Rideau Lakes Chiropractic
Evening Hours Available
Dr. Joel Weber, Rideau Lakes Chiropractic
613 453-1831 Chiropractic / Acupuncture / Custom Orthotics
Community Volunteer Income Tax program (CVITP)
Through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, Guthrie House hosts free tax clinics where volunteers do tax returns for low income earners.
Developmental Services of Leeds and Grenville (DSLG)
Enhancing abilities, promoting independence, and advocating for inclusive communities through Guthrie House.
KEYS Job Centre
KEYS Job Centre is a community-based centre with expertise in employment and employment related services.
Children’s Mental Health
Children’s Mental Health services for Children, Youth and Families in Leeds and Grenville Counties are provided from 5 sites. Offices in Brockville, Kemptville, Prescott, Gananoque and Elgin provide a base from which prevention and treatment services are available free of charge.
Alzheimer Society
Discuss brain health and dementia for yourself or a loved one every 3rd Friday 10-1 at Guthrie House. Contact Sean McFadden 1-866-576-8556
1000 Island Credit Counsellor
1000 Island Credit Counsellor available every 3rd Wednesday from 9-1. For more information contact 613 498-2111 or 1-800-926-0777 x 234.
Naloxone Kit
Naloxone kits available at Guthrie House.
