The Canadian Red Cross Friendly Calls program helps address feelings of loneliness and isolation that so many have experienced in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The program matches adults with trained volunteers who connect with them regularly to check in, provide emotional support, encourage healthy coping strategies, and suggest connections to community resources and other referral services.
Scheduled phone calls are tailored to meet each person’s needs, ranging from a two-minute check-in to a longer, more social chat.
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Contact them at 1-833-979-9779 or friendlycallingmb@redcross.ca.
Sign up to become a Friendly Calls volunteer and make a positive impact in your community. No experience necessary; all training provided.