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Program:
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Friendly Visiting
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Phone Numbers:
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519-372-2091
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-267-3798
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Address:
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Heritage Place Shopping Centre
1350 16th St E, Unit G12
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 6N7
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Intersection:
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16th St E and 16th Ave E
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Location:
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North Grey
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Accessibility Notes:
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Services provided in client's home or by phone
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Hours:
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Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
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Executives:
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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:
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Cody Hay - Community Development and Philanthropy Coordinator
519-372-2091 ext 2009 * chay@hcssgreybruce.com
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Service Description:
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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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Fees:
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Free
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Application:
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Call 1-833-659-5491 to register for services
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Eligibility - Population(s) Served:
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Those who are feeling socially isolated
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Languages:
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English
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Area(s) Served:
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Grey and Bruce County
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Last Updated:
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7/22/2024
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Service Record URL:
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http://thehealthline.ca/displayService.aspx?id=10692
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