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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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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 | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
| Tue | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
| Wed | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
| Thu | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
| Fri | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
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Executives:
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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
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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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Application:
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Call 1-833-659-5491 to register for services
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Those who are feeling socially isolated
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Area Served:
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Grey and Bruce County
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