Friendly Visiting
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Heritage Place Shopping Centre
1350 16th St E, Unit G12
Owen Sound, ON
N4K 6N7
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519-372-2091
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Toll-Free: 1-800-267-3798
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Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Last update: Jun 12, 2023: Suggest an edit
Application
Call 1-833-659-5491 to register for services

Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Those who are feeling socially isolated

Fees
Free

Executives
Stephen Musehi - Executive Director
519-372-2091 ext 2025 * smusehl@hcssgreybruce.com
Polly Moise - Friendly Visiting Coordinator
519-372-2091 ext 2005 * pmoise@hcssgreybruce.com

Contacts
Rachel Taylor - Community Development and Philanthropy Coordinator
519-372-2091 ext 2014 * rtaylor@hcssgreybruce.com
Holly Pavusa - Volunteer Coordinator
519-372-2091 ext 2009 * hpavusa@hcssgreybruce.com

Languages
English

Area(s) Served
Grey and Bruce County

Accessibility Note
Services provided in client's home or by phone

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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Last update: Jun 12, 2023: Suggest an edit

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