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Meals
Richmond Resource/Drop-in Centre (Operated by the OARS Program) 604-279-7169
Email: tpoars@turningpointrecovery.com Connect with an Outreach Worker for referrals, resources and support at the new location at Brighouse Pavilion: Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Lunch is served at 11:45 am. Private laundry and shower services available at Brighouse Pavilion Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 10:00 am and 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm for individuals experiencing homelessness.
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Storeys Housing 604-303-6844
Provides supportive and affordable housing for individuals advanced in recovery from addiction requiring safe, stable and affordable housing. Must be a participant in Turning Point’s Compressive After Care program.
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Gilmore Park United Church – Community Meal
8060 No. 1 Road (at Blundell), Richmond, BC V7C 1T9 604-277-5377 Email: office@gilmoreparkunited.ca www.gilmoreparkunited.ca Community Meal every Thursday at 5:30pm from January to November. This is a free dinner offered to anyone regardless of means, social situation, or religious affiliation. Take-out only. Everyone is welcomed.
Health & Home Care Society of BC (Care BC) - Meals on Wheels 604-732-7638
Suite 204-3077 Granville Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6H 3J9 Email: info@carebc.ca www.carebc.ca Volunteers deliver meals every weekday throughout Vancouver, Richmond and the North Shore. In addition to the hot, nutritious food, meal recipients benefit from a visit from friendly volunteers and an informal check on their safety. Meals are delivered Monday to Friday between 10:30am and 1:00pm. For Western Meals on Wheels call 604-732-7638. For Chinese Meals on Wheels call 604-733-6615. For North Shore Meals on Wheels call 604-922-3414. To volunteer with Meals on Wheels, please call 604-733-9177 ext. 107.
Japanese Community Volunteers Association (Tonari Gumi) – Meals on Wheels 604-687-2172 ext. 102
101 - 42 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1M7 Email: services@tonarigumi.ca www.tonarigumi.ca (Fee-based) Weekly delivery of boxed lunches (bento) with Japanese menu for those who have difficulties in shopping or cooking on their own.
130-10691 Shellbridge Way, Richmond, BC V6X 2W8 Email: Kehila@uniserve.com www.kehilasociety.org Oversees 2 kosher Meals on Wheels programs for seniors in need. One program runs on Tuesdays and the other on Thursdays - both contain three course meals. For further information and to obtain an intake form, please
Richmond Food Bank Society 604-271-5609
100-5800 Cedarbridge Way, Richmond, BC V6X 2A7 Email: info@richmondfoodbank.org www.richmondfoodbank.org A hub that connects people, food, and services essential for the health and well-being of the community. They provide nutritious grocery assistance through their grocery distributions, home delivery service, school meal program, community gardening program, and supplying community partners with food for their programs. They do not solicit door-to-door or by telephone.
Fresh Gardens & Growing
Growing fruit and vegetables in the garden plots to help provide fresh produce at each of the grocery distributions.
Grocery Distribution
Provides grocery assistance to low-income families and individuals. Registered Richmond residents can pick up food one time per calendar week during grocery distribution hours. Distributes groceries at #100 5800 Cedarbridge Way, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday from 11:00-2:00pm. Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:00-11:30 are for clients who are 70+ years and older. On Mondays, groceries are also distributed in West Richmond at Francis Road and No 1 Road at the parking lot near Hugh Boyd Secondary from 3:30 to 5:00pm. On Tuesdays, groceries are also distributed in East Richmond at the Peace Mennonite Church (11571 Daniels Road, Richmond) from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. **For people with special circumstances who need help from the Food Bank but cannot get there, other arrangements can be made to receive food assistance. Please call for information.
Special Needs
For people with special circumstances who need help from the Food Bank but cannot get there, other arrangements can be made to receive food assistance.
Please call for information.
Salvation Army - Richmond Corps - Weekly Free Community Lunch 604-277-2424
8280 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC V7C 3W7 Email: salvationarmyrich@shaw.ca www.salvationarmyrichmond.org A free, nutritious meal is offered to the community every Thursday at 12pm (except during the summer months). The meal is prepared and served by volunteers. All are welcome. For the most up-to-date information, please call. Lunch may be in hiatus due to pandemic changes.
St. Albans Outreach Ministries - Weekly Free Community Meal 604-278-2770
7260 St. Albans Road, Richmond, BC V6Y 2K3 Email: office@stalbansrichmond.org www.stalbansrichmond.org A safe, friendly, and welcoming place to share a meal with children, youth, and adults on Tuesdays at 5:30pm. Everyone is welcome. Runs mid- September through midJune. [Note: Take-out only due to COVID-19]. Free lunch available Friday at 11:30am in the Labyrinth area on the North Side of the hall.
