Fund Distribution
With your financial help we are able to provide funding to support local programs and services throughout our community. People contribute to the United Way because they know that one gift will go a long way and funds stay within Cumberland County.
THESE ARE THE AGENCIES THAT PROVIDE PROGRAMS:
Amherst Preschool Association
Operates a preschool program for 4-5 year old’s. Provides social, emotional, physical and intellectual development to help prepare them for school the following year.
(902)667-7731
Sexual Health Center for Cumberland County
Encourages informed, responsible attitudes toward healthy sexuality throughout the human life cycle, thus improving the quality of life.
(902)667-7500
VON
Provides nursing services and home support workers in the home environment. Also provides Meals-on-wheels, Adult Day Program, Safety Check In Program, Vial of Life, and Foot Care Clinics.
(902)667-8796
Maggie’s Place
To enhance the health and social development of children ages 0-6 years, and their families by providing a variety of promotion and prevention services and programs. Our aim is to support families through the preconception, prenatal, infant and early childhood periods by strengthening partnerships and collaborative activities among families, service providers, communities and government.
(902)667-7250
St. John Ambulance
Enables Cumberland County residents to improve their safety, health and quality of life by providing training and community service.
(902)667-5960
SMILE, SHINE and Summer Respite Programs
Provides programs for children with a variety of special needs and/or behaviour challenges between the ages of 3 to 21 years and their families. these programs promote potential and build a positive view of the future through social and recreational programming in partnership with our community.
(902)667-8244
(902)667-1200
211 Program
211 is an easy to remember phone number and Internet based service, connecting people to non-emergency social programs, community and government services, including basic needs such as shelter, food and support resources and other community and health related programs.
211 or www.ns.211.ca
Cumberland County Transportation Services Society
Cumberland County Transportation Services Society provides sustainable transportation service that is accessible, reliable, affordable and safe for all residents of Cumberland County. Call for Schedule in your area. 667-8149 Toll Free 1-877-305-7433.