Friendly Visiting Program

25 Linden St, Unit 208
Toronto, ON
M4Y 1V5

416-413-0380

Fax: 416-413-4814

info@societyofsharing.org

www.societyofsharing.org

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Last update: Aug 15, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

Professional client referral required; each client assessed by Society staff; follow-up visit by staff; self-referrals accepted

Eligibility / Target Population

Isolated adults 65 years of age and older, and adults of 18 years of age and older with physical disabilities * live independently or with an informal caregiver in their own homes * medically stable with current support from health care professionals * physically independent with assistive devices and aids * only available for people who require on-going support

Fees

Free

Languages

English

Language Notes

Other languages available based on volunteer resources

Area Served

North to St Clair Ave W, West to Bathurst St, East to Logan Ave, South to the Waterfront

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Volunteers visit weekly for 2 hours to help reduce isolation for housebound seniors and adults with disabilities * offer friendship, emotional support, and practical help with tasks such as writing letters, banking assistance, shopping, going for walks, and small errands

volunteers cannot perform any tasks classified under Nursing or Personal Support Worker responsibilities

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