Seniors Outreach
The
Seniors Outreach Program is designed to enable seniors to function at
their optimum level and maintain their independence as long as possible
The Seniors Outreach Program assists geographically and socially
isolated seniors to become more independent, thus allowing them to remain
in their own homes as long as possible. Eligibility
To qualify for service you must:
 | Reside in the Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows area |
| Be 55 years or older |
| Be able to get in and out of the volunteer's vehicle with limited
assistance |
Program Expectations
Be able to pay an honorarium to the driver All participants have the
right to refuse service How Can This Program Help?
| Enabling seniors to live independently in their own homes and lead
more independent lives |
| Satisfying everyone's right to access the best possible service |
| Informing about and making community resources available to the
senior population |
| Connecting seniors to support from other people |
| Promoting emotional, physical and social wellness |
| Advocating for our senior clients when necessary |
| Treating every individual with dignity and respect |
Information and Referral
Information on seniors community resources are readily accessible by
calling the Seniors Outreach Program. Visiting Program
The Visiting Program is designed to provide isolated, homebound and
lonely seniors with a regular visit by a carefully matched and screened
volunteer. "Hello" Program
The "Hello" Service is available to isolated, homebound and lonely
seniors who can benefit from weekly phone contact by a screened telephone
volunteer. Driver Program
The Driver Program is tailored to meet the needs of seniors who are
living in their own homes that require transportation to appointments.
Shopping Program
The Shopping Program offers a grocery shopping program to seniors in
Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows who are:
| Unable to shop on their own |
| Unable to get out of their home to shop due to disability or health |
Seniors' Handyman Service
More information on this service can be found here.
Program Cost
| There is no cost for the Volunteer Visiting Program or the "Hello"
Service |
| An honorarium rate is paid to the volunteer for the Driver Program
(this rate depends on the travel distance) and the Shopping Program |
| Parking fees (if applicable) are the responsibility of the senior |
Contact Information
| Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Phone 604-467-6911 extensions 218 and 232 |
| Fax 604-463-2988 |
Funding
Seniors Outreach was started in 1987 and was funded by the local
Kinsmen and the Federal Seniors Independent Program. Our funding is
now received from the
Fraser Health Authority. We also rely on fundraising and
tax-deductible, charitable donations from our supportive business
community. 
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