Record #:
MHH0786
Last Full Update:
06 Mar 2024
Agency Information
| Legal Status |
(50) Non Profit |
| Funding |
Donations |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) |
Friendly Calls Program is available across Ontario and registration is through email only * telephone calls are made on a regular basis by trained Red Cross volunteers who provide supportive listening, social interaction, emotional support, encourage healthy coping strategies, and suggest well-being resources and community connections to other existing services to the call recipients * home and community care clients over the age 65 are prioritized, but this service is extended to any adult who may benefit from a friendly call to help reduce anxiety, depression, or loneliness * calls can range from a two-minute safety check-in to a longer social chat |
| Hours |
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm |
| Areas Served |
Ontario |
| Boundaries |
Ontario |
| Eligibility |
Any adult but priority is given to home and community care clients over the age of 65 |
| Application |
Registration is required * sign up form available online |
| Languages |
English |
| Fees |
Free |
Site Information
| Site Location |
Mississauga (Gateway) |
| Located In Community |
Mississauga |
| Address & Map |
5700 Cancross Court
Mississauga, ON L5R 3E9 |
| Intersection |
Hurontario St (Hwy 10) and Matheson Blvd W |
| Physical Access |
Fully Accessible |
Categories and Classification
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