WoodGreen supports seniors to live independently and confidently in their own homes. Our team of volunteers provide social visits and wellness checks for seniors 55+ and adults living with disabilities who are experiencing social isolation.
Friendly Visiting
This program provides social visits and safety checks for seniors and adults living with disabilities.
Quick facts
Service type: Seniors
Eligibility: Seniors 55+ and adults living with disabilities who are experiencing social isolation
Delivery: Currently, this service is being offered virtually and by phone. This information will be updated once in-person programming resumes.
Fee: Free
Program dates: 365 days/year
Program description
Ready to participate?
Registration
Due to COVID-19, in-person services are currently unavailable.
Please contact Central Intake to register.
Contact information
Central Intake
(416) 572-3575
cccentralintake@woodgreen.org
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