Local Food Programs and Services | Southwestern Public Health

If you need help finding food, there are programs and services in Oxford County and Elgin St. Thomas that can help. These programs include community meals, food banks, food box programs and meal delivery services. For questions about the programs, please call the organization listed.

To suggest updates to the information listed, please contact us at healthyeating@swpublichealth.ca.

Where can I find community meals?

Community meals offer free food to anyone who needs it.

Community Meals - Elgin St. Thomas

There are many community meals in Elgin ST. Thomas. The Elgin St. Thomas Food Providers Network creates a monthly meal calendar. To view their calendar, visit their Facebook page.

The Family Central
62 Talbot St. E, Aylmer
www.thefamilycentral.ca
Facebook: The Family Central Aylmer
519-765-2444

West Elgin Community Health Centre - The Hub
146 Munroe St., West Lorne
519-768-1715 ext 2319
Soup’s On: Eat in or take lunch to go. Pre-registration is required.
Call for program dates and hours.

Community Meals - Oxford

There are many community meals in Oxford County. The Oxford County Community Health Centre creates a monthly meal calendar. To view the calendar, please visit their website.

Where can I find food banks or emergency food?

If you’re struggling to buy groceries, food banks and emergency food programs can help.

Food Banks - Elgin St. Thomas

Food bank hours and required documents may vary. Please contact the organization for more information.

Caring Cupboard Food Bank – Rodney
221 Stinson St., Rodney
519-495-5206

East Elgin Community Assistance Program – Corner Cupboard Food Bank
29 John St. N., Aylmer (rear of the building)
226-342-7716

Port Stanley and Area Community Cupboard
283 Colborne St., Port Stanley
519-782-3122

St. Paul’s United Church – Community Pantry
5 Queen St. N., Aylmer
519-773-7152

St. Thomas Elgin Food Bank
24 John St., St. Thomas
519-878-3663

West Elgin Daffodil Auxiliary – Welfare (food bank division)
185 C Currie Rd., Dutton
519-762-5757

Food Banks - Oxford County

Food bank hours and required documents may change. Please contact the organization for more information.

Helping Hand Food Bank Tillsonburg
131 B Rolph St., Tillsonburg
www.tillsonburgfoodbank.com
519-668-3434

Salvation Army – Community and Family Services Norwich
18 Main St., Norwich
519-863-6375

Salvation Army – Hope Market (Food Bank)
769 Juliana Dr., Woodstock
519-539-9345

Salvation Army - Ingersoll
48 Charles St. W., Unit 2, Ingersoll
519-485-4961

Salvation Army – Tillsonburg and Area
155 Broadway St., Tillsonburg
519-842-3231

Seniors in Food Crisis
Emergency food for seniors 50 years of age and older
519-532-2691 (text)
Seniors in Food Crisis Facebook page

Society of Saint Vincent de Paul – Tillsonburg Food Bank
51 Venison St. W., Tillsonburg
519-842-3234 ext. 5

South Gate Centre -Food Angel Program
191 Old Welling St. S., Woodstock
Hot and frozen meals delivered to seniors in need.

STICH Supper Club
118 Church St., Ingersoll
STICH Super Club Facebook Page
Some food items available for pickup during community meal.

What is the Good Food Box Program?

The Good Food Box Elgin is a program that helps you buy fresh fruits and vegetables at a lower price. Each box costs $20. Boxes are available on the third or fourth Monday of each month.

There are several locations in Elgin St. Thomas where you can pick up your box. Call one of these places to order:

St. Thomas: Destination Church – 226-927-5223
St. Thomas: Explore Church
West Lorne: West Elgin Community Health Centre – 519-768-1715 ext. 2203
Aylmer: East Elgin Family Health Team – 226-927-5223

Want more information? Visit the Good Food Box Elgin on Facebook for updates and details.

What are the local meal delivery services?

If you’re unable to shop or prepare meals due to health or mobility issues, meal delivery services provide nutritious, prepared meals to your home.

VON Middlesex-Elgin Community Support Services

175 S Edgeware Rd, St. Thomas
519-637-6408

Meal delivery service for adults 55 years and older and individuals with developmental disabilities.

Ingersoll Services for Seniors

250 Ingersoll St. S, Ingersoll
519-485-2269
Website: Ingersoll Services for Seniors

Meals on Wheels, curbside meals, dine in meals, and frozen meals available.

VON Oxford - Meals on Wheels

550 Ingersoll Ave., Woodstock
519-539-1231 (Press 0)
Website: VON Oxford

Meal delivery service for seniors or adults with disabilities unable to cook or shop for themselves. Includes the hot meal program (Woodstock or Tavistock) and frozen meal program (Woodstock).

West Elgin Community Health Centre - The Hub

153 Main St., West Lorne
519-768-1757 ext. 2319
Meals on Wheels

Where can I find local food?

Buying local food supports farmers in your community and keeps your food fresh. You can find local produce, meat, and more through these programs:

Visit Tourism Oxford’s website for the Oxford Fresh map for information on local farms and producers in Oxford County
Visit the Buy Local, Buy Fresh map for information on local farms and producers in Elgin St. Thomas