Our Seniors Community Connector program provides personal, one-on-one outreach to vulnerable seniors in our community.
Using the principles of Social Prescribing, we help to address the many social constituents of health and support the healthcare system by addressing the social needs that cannot always be tackled in a medical setting. This work does not replace the role of case workers and social workers, but exists alongside these professions where more time is needed to personally address each individual’s needs. Our areas of support may include help with benefit forms, access to meal programs, connection to In Home supports and community programs, and advocacy.
Our clients are seniors who need support to empower their efforts towards improved well-being. The scope of this program includes supportive advocacy, coaching, resource referrals, community connectivity suggestions, and encouragement. The Connector listens carefully to the senior’s story and then works with them to co-develop a plan to address the areas that really matter to them. The Connector provides resources and connections where needed as well as critical support and follow-up to promote further independence.
We have a long-term, well-developed Seniors One Stop Navigation Center through which we have many resources and connections to draw from. What’s more, we produce and distribute a number of print and online materials designed for local seniors. Those resources include the North Shore Seniors Directory in partnership with North Shore News, the popular In-home Service List and many more!
Our goal is to provide client-focused support to seniors in need, whether it be emotional, financial, physical, and/or social. We offer time to hear their stories and extend compassionate help where we can. We assist in their setting of achievable goals to improve their connection to community and sense of overall well-being.
Our mission is to promote and assist prolonged independence and overall wellness of seniors in the community.
