Seniors Outreach & Resource Centre

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Record #: KNA0164 Last Modified: 19 Dec 2011 Last Full Update: 08 Dec 2011
Location, Telephone & Internet
Address & Map
2055 Benvoulin Crt, Unit 102
Kelowna, BC V1W 2C7
 
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Located In CommunityCentral (Kelowna)
Major IntersectionBenvoulin and Springfield
Office Phone250.861.6180
Fax250.861.6153
E-Mailsenior@telus.net
Websitewww.seniorsoutreach.ca
Contact Information
Primary ContactVi Sorenson, Executive Director; Email: seniorvi@telus.net
Alternate ContactJennifer Clement, Housing Outreach Social Worker and Volunteer Coordinator; Email: seniors2@telus.net
Description & Services
AccessibilityFully Accessible
Organization TypesNon-Profit
DescriptionEnhances the quality of life for seniors in the community
Service DetailsInformation and Referral Services: Provides information about community services and resources for seniors 
 
Seniors Regional Housing Program: Housing Outreach Social Worker provides support and assistance to eligible seniors by assisting individuals to locate or maintain stable and affordable housing. 
 
Friendly Visitors: Meets with lonely, isolated seniors in their own home or in the community to share common interests such as chatting, playing board/card games, going on outings together * may visit solely by telephone if the senior prefers this 
 
Seniors Coffee Break Groups: Provides drop-in social opportunities * please call before attending so the Coffee Break Host of the nearest group can contact you to provide location, date and time details 
 
Eldernet Program: Provides one-on-one computer mentoring/training in a senior's own home for those who cannot attend community courses due to mobility issues 
 
Community Volunteer Income Tax Program: Prepares income tax forms for low-income seniors 
 
Handyperson Program: Provides one-time help with a simple home maintenance task 
HoursMon-Fri, 9am - 4pm, Volunteer information sessions most Wednesdays, 10am - 10:30am * please call to register
EligibilityAges: 55 year(s) and up 
 
Eligibility criteria differs by program so please call for details
CostDonation ; Free ; Services are free of charge. Donations support the maintenance and expansion of our programs; they are gratefully accepted and tax-deductible receipts can be issued
MeetingsSee calendar of events posted on the website
LanguagesEnglish
Other Details
Print MaterialElderguide * Regional Housing Directory for Seniors
Established1987