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Telephone Reassurance Program

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25 Linden St, Unit 208
Toronto, ON
M4Y 1V5
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416-413-0380
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Fax: 416-413-4814
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Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Last update: Aug 15, 2024: Suggest an edit
Application
Call * seniors may be referred by social service agencies in the community * in-home assessment required for services
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
Contacts
Olga El Khazendar - Program Coordinator
programcoordinator@societyofsharing.org
Languages
English
Area Served
North to St Clair Ave W, West to Bathurst St, East to Logan Ave, South to the Waterfront
Accessibility
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Description of Services:
Volunteers check in with clients through a weekly telephone conversation to ascertain their client’s physical and mental well-being, engaging in conversation, and providing a sense of security

Services include:
  • social support
  • security check
  • weekly phone calls
  • weekend support based on availability
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Last Updated: Aug 15, 2024: Suggest an edit