| Program: | Friendly Visiting | ||
| Organization: |
Home and Community Support Services of Grey Bruce |
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| Description of Services: |
Matches volunteers with an isolated older adult or an adult living with disabilities to provide socialization and opportunities to interact with others Clients of the friendly visiting program provide information about their interests and background in order to match the client and volunteer interests for a successful visiting relationship Visits will generally be in the client's home, but the volunteer can also schedule social phone calls During the months of September-June, clients can also participate in the Adopt A Grandparent Pen Pal program in partnership with local school children |
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| Requirements | |||
| Fees: | Free | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | Those who are feeling socially isolated | ||
| Application: | Call 1-833-659-5491 to register for services | ||
| Accessibility Notes: | Services provided in client's home or by phone | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Grey and Bruce County | ||
| Contact Information | |||
| Phone Numbers: | 519-372-2091 | ||
| Toll-Free: | 1-800-267-3798 | ||
| Email: | mailbox@hcssgreybruce.com | ||
| Website: | www.hcssgreybruce.com/friendly-visiting/ | ||
| Address: |
Heritage Place Shopping Centre 1350 16th St E, Unit G12 Owen Sound, ON N4K 6N7 |
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| Intersection: | 16th St E and 16th Ave E | ||
| Location: | North Grey | ||
| Hours: | Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm | ||
| Executives: |
Carolyn Laitinen - Executive Director 519-372-2091 ext 2003 * claitinen@hcssgreybruce.com Polly Moise - Friendly Visiting Coordinator 519-372-2091 ext 2005 * pmoise@hcssgreybruce.com |
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| Contacts: |
Cody Hay - Community Development and Philanthropy Coordinator 519-372-2091 ext 2009 * chay@hcssgreybruce.com |
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