Companion / Personal Support / Errands

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A Friendly Voice - a free confidential warm line for older adults aged 55 and above in Ontario and the Atlantic provinces. Loneliness and isolation can be significant challenges, and AFV provides a listening ear, free of judgment or expectations. Toll-free phone line, open every day 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.: 1.855.892.9992

Remember When Homecare - offers compassionate, person-centered homecare services for seniors and persons with disabilities in Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville, and Hammonds Plains. Services include meal preparation, grocery shopping, personal care, companionship, housekeeping, medication reminders, and respite care. Call 902.497.0722 or email info@rememberwhenhomecare.com to schedule your free in-home assessment today.

Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) - offers home care, personal support, and community services such as a volunteer visitors program, all to enhance each client's quality of life. They are located throughout Nova Scotia. Please visit their website or call 1.866.540.2356 to find a location that is close to you. Please note not all services are offered in all areas.

Note: some of the providers listed under Home Care may also provide companionship services. Please contact them to find out.

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