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Program:
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Good Companions (The) - Handy Helpers 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 N
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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
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Public Contacts:
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Anne Kendall - Community Support Services Manager
akendall@thegoodcompanions.ca
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Service Description:
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Assistance with one-time tasks or odd-jobs * volunteers visit periodically, seasonally, or annually * task assistance subject to volunteer availability and skill level * no heavy lifting
- changing batteries in smoke detector
- tightening doorknobs, locks, adjusting hinges
- replacing light bulbs
- fitting door chains / spy holes, replacement locks
- putting up shelves and pictures (reasonable safe height)
- assembling flat pack furniture (reasonable safe height)
- undertaking small gardening jobs (on a one-off basis, no hedges)
- securing loose carpet / vinyl
- taking down / putting up curtains and curtain rails (reasonable ceiling height only)
- replacing tap washers and repairing dripping taps
- seasonal clothes flipping
- basic computer/ electronic devices, including set up and some technical support
- organizing paperwork
- decorating for Christmas or helping to make the house / apartment festive
- connecting new TV/DVD/VCR/answering machines
- minor appliance repair
- covering windows for new tenants
- assist with packing and unpacking
- shelf paper lining
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Call * no referral required * in-home assessment required for service
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Older adults 55 years and older and adults with disabilities
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Ottawa (between Preston and Blair - north of the Queensway)
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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=212168
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