Service Information
Friendly Visiting
Community Support Connections
Category: Friendly Visiting
Target Population: Seniors, Socially Isolated
Four to six month wait list
Service Details
Description:

Volunteer visitors provide companionship and friendship to older adults and adults with disabilities who are lonely and isolated in their homes with the goal of promoting independence.



During telephone calls arranged at a mutually agreed upon time, visitors will chat with their match and build a relationship with them. Volunteers and matches who are comfortable may decide to to meet in person to visit. These visits may include playing games, or enjoying a hobby together.


Languages: English, French, German, Hindi, Spanish
Cost to Client:
No Charge
Eligibility Criteria
Other Criteria:
Maximum Age: 100 yrs
Minimum Age: 18 yrs
Criteria:
  • Older adults or adults with disabilities
  • The client lives alone
  • Socially isolated, with few contacts
  • Not able to easily access social programming
 
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