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Program:
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Telephone Reassurance Program
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Phone Numbers:
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416-413-0380
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Fax:
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416-413-4814
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Address:
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25 Linden St, Unit 208
Toronto, ON
M4Y 1V5
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Intersection:
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Sherbourne St, south of Bloor St E
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Location:
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Toronto (Bay Street Corridor)
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
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Public Contacts:
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Olga El Khazendar - Program Coordinator
programcoordinator@societyofsharing.org
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Service Description:
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Volunteers check in with clients through a weekly telephone
conversation to ascertain their client’s physical and mental well-being, engaging in conversation, and providing a sense of security
Services include:
- social support
- security check
- weekly phone calls
- weekend support based on availability
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Fees:
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Free
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Application:
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Call * seniors may be referred by social service agencies in the community * in-home assessment required for services
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Isolated adults 65 years of age and older, and adults of 18 years of age and older with physical disabilities * live independently or with an informal caregiver in their own homes * medically stable with current support from health care professionals * physically independent with assistive devices and aids * only available for people who require on-going support
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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North to St Clair Ave W, West to Bathurst St, East to Logan Ave, South to the Waterfront
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Last Updated:
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8/15/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=152579
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