SENIORS SOCIAL SUPPORTS
WE NEED YOUR HELP
Volunteers benefit from the relationships they build with the wonderful seniors they meet through our programs!
We provide:
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Volunteer training
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Personalized volunteer appreciation
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Awards for outstanding volunteer contributions
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Although all of our positions have slightly different requirements, it is necessary that all of our volunteers be 18 years or older, as we require all individuals to complete a Police Information Check.
Please hover over the corresponding Program Information box for client eligibility and referral requirements. To make a client referral, please call 403.266.6200.
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Age 65 and over
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Annual Income less than Canadian LICO
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Limited mobility
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Unable to take public transit
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Does not drive anymore
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Limited social support
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Lives in Calgary, Alberta
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
ESSENTIAL TRANSPORTATION
Volunteers provide low income, mobility challenged seniors with arm-in-arm rides to essential medical appointments. This program provides transportation for those who have no other options and are lacking social support.
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Age 65 and over
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Low Income
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Limited mobility
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Does not drive or has limited driving capabilities
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Access to a telephone
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Limited social support
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Lives in Calgary, Alberta
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
SHOPPING COMPANION
Seniors are matched with a volunteer who takes them shopping for groceries and other needed items every two weeks. As well as offering critical transportation, the program provides important social and emotional support.
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Age 65 and over
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Access to a telephone
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Limited social support
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Lives in Calgary, Alberta
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PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
FRIENDLY
VISITING
Seniors are matched with a Friendly Visiting volunteer who visits weekly. This time spent together greatly reduces the senior’s isolation and creates a wonderful relationship that
is mutually beneficial.
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Age 65 and over
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Access to a telephone
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Limited mobility
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Limited social support
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Lives in Calgary, Alberta
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PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
PET
ASSIST
Volunteers assist seniors with their pet care needs, enabling the pet and senior to stay together for as long as possible. This might include weight management, exercise, monitoring medication and providing support during and after vet visits.
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Age 65 and over
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Low Income
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Limited mobility
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Limited social support
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Lives in Calgary, Alberta
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
PRACTICAL KINDNESS
This program mobilizes volunteers to provide seniors with urgent one-time assistance, such as compassionate rides to visit loved ones in hospital. Projects are short term and intended to provide practical, emotional and social support.
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Age 65 and over
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Access to a telephone
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Limited social support
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Lives in Calgary, Alberta
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PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
FRIENDLY CHECK-IN
Seniors are matched one on one with a volunteer who will phone regularly at an agreed upon time to provide a friendly voice, willing ear and peace of mind that someone will be checking in.
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- Senior care recipient age 65 and over
- Combined annual income less than $70,000
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Limited social support
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Lives in Calgary, Alberta
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Lives independently
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
CARING COMPANION
A Caregiver and Senior Care Recipient are matched with a volunteer who visits once a week for a minimum of 2 hours. The program has been developed to provide companionship to the Senior Care Recipient allowing the Caregiver to have a break.
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- 55 or older
- Fluent in English as well as one more language
- Active in your cultural group
- Willing to devote approximately 4 hours per month​
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
SENIORS CONNECTING SENIORS
Senior Connectors are a network of older adults representing various languages and cultures, helping seniors connect to services in your community. Senior Connectors are also available for presentations and community events.
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Call Farzana Imran
at (403) 266-6200
- More information coming soon!
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
IGNITING NEIGHBOURS
for Kind Communities
This program will inspire kindness and increase neighbourhood engagement right where seniors live. This project, in collaboration with others, is funded by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program. Watch for more info in the months ahead!