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Home and Community Support Services of Grey Bruce - Friendly Visiting

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 updated: Jul 25, 2025: 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

Carolyn Laitinen - Executive Director
519-372-2091 ext 2003 * claitinen@hcssgreybruce.com
Polly Moise - Friendly Visiting Coordinator
519-372-2091 ext 2005 * pmoise@hcssgreybruce.com

Contacts

Cody Hay - Community Development and Philanthropy Coordinator
519-372-2091 ext 2009 * chay@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

Videos:

HCSS Grey Bruce - Friendly Visiting

Last updated: Jul 25, 2025: Suggest an edit
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