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Program:
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Good Companions (The) - Telephone Assurance Program
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Phone Numbers:
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613-236-0428 ext 2250
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Fax:
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613-230-2095
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Address:
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670 Albert St
Ottawa, ON
K1R 6L2
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Intersection:
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Albert St and Empress Ave
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm * Calls are made in the morning at an agreed upon time - usually 8:30am-9:30am
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Public Contacts:
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Anne Kendall - Community Support Services Manager
613-236-0428 ext 2240 * akendall@thegoodcompanions.ca
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Service Description:
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Regular week day phone calls to check on the health and safety of people who live alone * predetermined response (determined with the client) if call is not answered * checks are done by trained and screened volunteers * calls can also be for social purposes but not medication reminders
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Call * no referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Older adults 55 years and older and adults 18 years and older with disabilities
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Ottawa
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Last Updated:
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3/26/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=209410
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