Research + Publications Archives - United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin

The Well-Being of Children Birth to Six: A Report Card for Wellington-Dufferin and Guelph

The Report Card identifies areas of strength and vulnerability and will act as a planning tool for service providers. It will aid in the development of local priorities and a local...

Children 0-6: Child Care & Early Learning (Guelph/Wellington)

This fact sheet looks at child care and early learning for children birth to six in Guelph and Wellington County (August 2010). Download PDF

Literacy in Guelph and Wellington County

This fact sheet provides information on literacy in the City of Guelph and Wellington County. Download PDF

Health, Child Protection, Bullying & Crime

This fact sheet highlights select trends and issues related to children and youth in the City of Guelph and the County of Wellington. Download PDF

Demographics, Education & Employment

This fact sheet highlights select trends and issues related to children and youth in the City of Guelph and the County of Wellington. Download PDF

Seniors and Transportation in Guelph & Wellington County

Access to transportation is considered essential to seniors’ quality of life and their sense of freedom and independence to come and go from places. Volunteers play a crucial role in...

Seniors and Social Isolation in Guelph & Wellington County

Social isolation results when individuals do not have significant contact with others which can impact their quality of life. There are several things that may contribute to individuals becoming socially...

Barriers to Independent Living – Vision

Barriers to Independent Living - Vision provides a quick overview of the data available on the effects of vision impairments on independent living. Download PDF

Seniors’ Housing and Supports in Guelph & Wellington County

As the health of seniors decrease, many are forced to relocate from their homes to a more supportive environment. This transition can have a negative impact on an individual’s level...