How Your Donation Helps!
Wanda & Betty (Shopping Companion Volunteer Match)
“Volunteering with seniors has taught me to appreciate the beauty of slowing down and savoring the little moments.
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Betty and I would spend afternoons picking out ingredients during our shopping trips, supported by the Shopping Companion program. Betty once mentioned how challenging it had become for her to get groceries on her own, and it felt so good knowing I was part of a solution that made her life easier.
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One day, after gathering everything we needed, we ended up baking together. The sweet smell of cookies filled her kitchen as we shared stories and laughter.
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Thanks to this program, Betty was able to maintain her independence and we built a connection that brightened both of our lives.”
Social Work Programs
Outreach – The Way In Network Collaborative
Personalized support that helps seniors navigate complex systems, offering case management and culturally specific programs to connect seniors with the resources they need.
In Place
Supports seniors transitioning home from the hospital, ensuringthey have the help they need to recover safely and maintain their independence.
SeniorConnect
Partners with Distress Centre Calgary to address urgent concerns. Educates the public to spot signs of risk, then steps in to stabilize crises and connect seniors to ongoing resources.
Seniors Social Supports Programs
Essential Transportation
Volunteers provide seniors with reliable rides to appointments and essential errands, keeping them mobile and connected to their community.
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Shopping Companion
Pairs seniors with volunteers for regular shopping outings, providing companionship and practical assistance.
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Friendly Visiting
Volunteers visit seniors at home, offering friendship and support to combat loneliness and isolation.
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Pet Assist
Ensures seniors can keep their beloved pets by providing help with pet care, including walking and feeding.
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Friendly Check-in
Regular phone calls that give seniors a friendly voice to talk to and help ensure their well-being.
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Caregiver Kindness
Provides support and relief for caregivers, offering resources and assistance to lighten their load.
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Practical Kindness
A volunteer-driven program offering practical help with tasks that make life easier for seniors in need.
Holiday Helpers
Special support during the holiday season to bring joy and practical help to seniors during a busy and often isolating time.
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Kind Neighbour
Encourages informal, local volunteerism, inspiring neighbors to offer support and companionship to seniors living nearby.
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Cheer Mail
Volunteers send snail mail to seniors, spreading kindness and community cheer through thoughtful messages and gestures.
Thank you SO much for your support!
Your support is very important to us!!
If you have any questions, please contact us at 403-266-6200 or fundraising@calgaryseniors.org
Charitable Registration #: 886737352 RR0001