Gateway Centre of Excellence In Rural Health
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Service: Lonely No More Program
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: HUR0469 | Last Modified: 29 Jun 2022 | Last Full Update: 07 Mar 2022 |
| Description | |
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| Description (Service) | The Lonely No More (LNM) program is a free phone based, peer support program for rural seniors that addresses the need for socialization in a safe and protected space. The LNM program consists of weekly teleconference calls (known as Elder Circles) with between 3 to 5 older adults, facilitated by skill enhanced community volunteers. The program focuses on three outcomes: peer support, health coaching and system navigation. The LNM participant and new collaborators facilitate community events such as:
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| Service Details | |
| Hours | Vary. Contact for details. |
| Areas Served | Bruce County ; Grey County ; Huron County ; Perth County |
| Eligibility | Rural Seniors |
| Application | Contact |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Goderich |
| Address & Map | Upstairs; 74 Kingston St Goderich, ON Canada N7A 3K4 |
| Physical Access | Not applicable |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 519-612-1053 |
| info@gatewayruralhealth.ca | |
| Website | https://www.gatewayruralhealth.ca/ |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/GatewayCERH/ |
| Primary Contact | Sarah Versteeg, Program Coordinator; Phone: 519-612-1053; Email: sarah@gatewayruralhealth.ca |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 533 Goderich, ON Canada N7A 4C7 |