For older adults in our community, we offer health services, volunteer programs, and a wide range of recreation programs at four 50+ Recreation Centres. 

Health Related Services

Cambridge has a Service Accountability Agreement (required by the Local Health System Integration Act) with the Ontario Health West to ensure residents have access to high quality health services including Adult Day Services, Visiting-Social & Safety and French Language Services.
Adult Day Services

The City of Cambridge provides Adult Day Services for residents living in the community of Cambridge, the Township of North Dumfries and surrounding areas. There are a variety of day program options to meet individual interests and health care needs. These programs support individuals living with mental health or chronic illness; and physical, intellectual or cognitive impairment, such as early stroke, Parkinson's disease or early stage dementia; or general age related frailty.

The Adult Day Service program operates six days a week and offers a variety of social-recreational activities to promote independence and healthy living and improve wellbeing and quality of life. Professional and supportive staff manage and lead these programs.

Adult Day programs serve residents with different languages and cultural backgrounds. Francophone residents are welcome to attend all programs and days. Francophone staff are available in the day programs two days per week. Portuguese speaking residents attend all programs and days.

 

The programs also include:

  • Time to socialize and make new friends
  • Healthy snacks and noon hour meal
  • Arranged transportation (if required)
  • Medication reminders
  • Personal care assistance
  • Daily exercise programs
  • Arts and crafts
  • Music and entertainment
  • Games and trivia to stimulate the brain and for fun
  • Special events and annual holiday party

Special Activities Available: 

  • Indoor walking track at the William E. Pautler Centre
  • Aquafit exercise classes in a warm water therapy pool with Living Well program 
  • Access to a fully equipped and staffed fitness/conditioning centre with Living Well program
  • Day trips to restaurants, museums, theatre and local places of interest with Boost programs

Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Locations: A variety of locations in Cambridge

Fees (effective April 1, 2025):

  • Vary by program and include transportation when required
  • Range from $23.59 per day to $30.88 per day plus additional fee for transportation assistance ($7.50)
  • Financial Assistance is available for those living on a low fixed income at or below yearly established Federal Low Income Cut Off (LICO) levels
  • Cancellation fees: $7.64 if notification is received before 8:30a.m. the day of attending, $14.17 when notification is received after 8:30 a.m. the day of attending

For more information or support in English, please call (519) 623-1340 ext. 4424

For more information or support in French, please call (519) 623-1340 ext. 4737 or email frenchservices@cambridge.ca

French Language Services & Support
 For more information or support in French, please call (519) 623-1340 ext. 4737 or email frenchservices@cambridge.ca
Foot Care Treatment

Foot care is provided by an RPN with experience in geriatrics specializing in nursing foot care to help maintain healthy feet.

Foot Care Treatments are now available. Appointments are available at the David Durward Centre every other Wednesday mornings, at the Allan Reuter Centre every other Wednesday afternoons, and at the Ted Wake Centre every other Thursday. Please register online here or in person at any City of Cambridge facility.

Allan Reuter Centre

507 King Street East
Cambridge, ON N3H 3N4

Phone: (519) 623-1340 ext. 4406
David Durward Centre 

62 Dickson Street
Cambridge, ON N1R 1T8

Phone: (519) 623-1340 ext. 4360
Ted Wake Centre - New!

31 Kribs Street
Cambridge, ON N3C 2L3

Phone: (519) 623-1340 ext. 4469

 

Reflexology Treatment

Reflexology is a natural therapy that is safe and non-invasive. It is based on the principle that there are "reflex" point on our feet that correspond to the various organs, glands, and systems in our bodies by way of neural pathways. 

Reflexology Treatment sessions are now available. Appointments are available on Thursdays at the Allan Reuter Centre and Thursdays and Fridays at the David Durward Centre. Please register online here or in person at any City of Cambridge facility. 

Allan Reuter Centre

507 King Street East
Cambridge, ON N3H 3N4

Phone: (519) 623-1340 ext. 4406
David Durward Centre 

62 Dickson Street
Cambridge, ON N1R 1T8

Phone: (519) 623-1340 ext. 4360
 Hearing Clinics 

 Hearing care professionals from HearCANADA Cambridge will provide expert hearing care on site. We offer:

  • Hearing screenings, comprehensive assessments, and personalized hearing aid selection and fittings 
  • Wax removal appointments upon request for a fee.

Drop-in during our available time slot for a quick hearing screening or to discuss your hearing needs. Feel free to book appointments for Hearing Texts and/or Wax Removal here or in person. 

Allan Reuter Centre

On the fourth Tuesday of the month: September 23, October 28, November 25, December 23, January 27, February 24, March 24

  • 9:30am-10:00am Hearing Clinic Walk In 
  • 10:00am-10:30am Hearing Test Appointment – Registration required. 
  • 10:30am-11:00am Wax Removal Appointment – Registration required. *Fees apply 
  • 11:00am-11:30am Hearing Test Appointment- Registration required. 
  • 11:30am-12:00pm Wax Removal Appointment- Registration required. *Fees apply 

 

507 King Street East
Cambridge, ON N3H 3N4

Phone: (519) 623-1340 ext. 4406
David Durward Centre 

On the first Tuesday of the month: September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3 

  • 9:30am-10:00am Hearing Clinic Walk In 
  • 10:00am-10:30am Hearing Test Appointment – Registration required. 
  • 10:30am-11:00am Wax Removal Appointment – Registration required. *Fees apply 
  • 11:00am-11:30am Hearing Test Appointment- Registration required. 
  • 11:30am-12:00pm Wax Removal Appointment- Registration required. *Fees apply 

 

62 Dickson Street
Cambridge, ON N1R 1T8

Phone: (519) 623-1340 ext. 4360
Ted Wake Centre

On the third Tuesday of the month: September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16, January 20, February 17, March 17 

  • 9:30am-10:00am Hearing Clinic Walk In 
  • 10:00am-10:30am Hearing Test Appointment – Registration required. 
  • 10:30am-11:00am Wax Removal Appointment – Registration required. *Fees apply
  • 11:00am-11:30am Hearing Test Appointment- Registration required. 
  • 11:30am-12:00pm Wax Removal Appointment- Registration required. *Fees apply  

 

31 Kribs Street
Cambridge, ON N3C 2L3

Phone: (519) 623-1340 ext. 4469
 William E. Pautler Centre 

On the second Tuesday of the month: September 9, October 14, November 11, December 9, January 13, February 10, March 10 

  • 9:30am-10:00am Hearing Clinic Walk In

 

1145 Concession Road
Cambridge, ON N3H 4L6

Phone: (519) 623-1340 ext. 4722

Volunteer Opportunities

View the Current Volunteer Opportunities Listing for details and how to apply.

Friendly Visiting

Over time, individuals may begin to isolate themselves and become socially withdrawn as they find it more difficult to stay connected to friends, the community or to leave the safety and comfort of their homes. 

Friendly Visiting is funded by the Ministry of Health. The program matches a volunteer with a socially isolated older adult, or an adult with a physical disability for social and recreational in-person or phone visits for 1-2 hours per week. Activities can include conversing in and around the home, crafts, board and card games, outings, and more. 

Visiting Service is offered to those who: 

  • live in the Cambridge/North Dumfries area 

  • 18+ adult living with a physical disability  

  • 50+ older adult who is socially isolated and/or experiencing mild memory loss 

  • not require personal care during the visit 

  • unable to attend social or recreation programs in community settings 

For referrals to this program, please contact the Friendly Visiting team at (519) 623-1340 ext. 4820 or email friendlyvisiting@cambridge.ca for more information.

The Friendly Visiting program does not provide the following services: 

  • personal and medical care 

  • housekeeping 

  • meal preparation 

  • grocery shopping 

  • provide personal, financial or medical advice 

Please visit our Age-Friendly Guide to gain more information on other agencies that can provide the above services. 

Interested in volunteering with our Friendly Visiting Program? Learn more about getting involved.

Without Walls (WOW)

Without Walls (WOW) is a free registered telephone program that offers small groups of older adults experiencing social isolation the opportunity to engage in conversation and recreation activities. All sessions are 30 to 45 minutes in length and are available in English and French.  

English sessions are offered on Mondays, Thursdays, and alternate Fridays at 1:00 p.m.  

French sessions are offered Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., Fridays at 1:00 p.m.  

Participants are given monthly calendars that outline session plans. Activities can include: 

  • musical entertainment

  • health and wellness speakers

  • education and information

  • BINGO and other fun games

To register for English WOW sessions, please contact the Friendly Visiting team at (519) 623-1340 ext. 4820 or friendlyvisiting@cambridge.ca

WOW English Schedule
DateTopic

January 1

No Session: New Years Day!

January 2

Discussion: New Years Review of WOW Policy

January 5

BINGO!

January 8

B4 or After King of Rock

January 9

Music with Manvir

January 12

Something Old, Something New & Rose/Thorn

January 15

Talks with Tigger 

January 19

Brain Health ft. Janine Wilson

January 22

Word Games

January 23

BINGO!

January 26

The Letter J Quiz & Rose/Thorn

January 29

Herbal Medicine ft. Zhyfhs

January 30

No Session

To register for French WOW sessions, please contact the Francophone Services support worker at (519) 623-1340 ext.4737 or frenchservices@cambridge.ca

WOW - Respectful Conduct Policy:

To promote a welcoming and safe setting for all, we ask that participants observe our WOW Respectful Conduct Policy: 

  • to participate in a kind and respectful manner 

  • to create an inclusive environment that honours people of all cultures, traditions, faiths, genders, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experiences 

  • to respect all group members and their opinions, even if they differ from your own 

  • to allow the facilitator, volunteer or guest speaker to lead the conversation or activity 

  • to allow everyone a chance to speak and participate by not dominating conversations 

  • to maintain confidentiality – information that is shared on the call by others should be kept private and confidential