Programs that contact elderly individuals or people who have disabilities by telephone on a regular basis to ensure their good health and safety, and to reassure them that help is available if and when they need it.
Population Served:
Physically frail, social isolated and/or home bound individuals. Persons with dementia and caregivers.
Catchment Area:
Don River to Victoria Park, Eglinton Ave to Lake Ontario
Service Category:
Telephone Reassurance / Telephone Security Checks
Predominant Culture:
Chinese, English
Cost:
Free.
Service Limitation:
Regular, pre-arranged phone calls to isolated seniors. Service provided by volunteers.