Seniors' Centre Without Walls Partnership Program - OACAO

Seniors’ Centre Without Walls Partnership Program

Launch Your Own Seniors’ Centre Without Walls (SCWW) and Help Socially Isolated Seniors In Your Community Make Meaningful Connections

 

Why Create The SCWW Partnership Program

Many older adults in our communities are socially isolated and unable to access in-person or online programs. Some are reluctant to meet face-to-face for health reasons. Others can’t because of physical or mental health issues, financial constraints, transportation difficulties, or technological barriers.

Seniors’ Centre Without Walls (SCWW) eliminates these barriers by offering free, telephone-based group programs that make it safe and easy for seniors to participate in interesting activities, meet new people, and make meaningful connections – all from the comfort of home.

 

Joining The SCWW Partnership Program Gives You Exclusive Access To:

  • Free teleconferencing services: Get free training and access to teleconferencing services for 3 years.
  • Personalized onboarding and training: Receive customized onboarding and training sessions that address the unique needs of your community and give you the tools you need to run and sustain a successful SCWW.
  • On-demand resources: Get instant access to our extensive database of materials that includes customizable templates, training materials, and best practice guides in multiple languages.
  • Interactive and engaging programs: Choose from a rich line up of engaging and effective educational courses, stimulating games, and other activities that can be easily customized to your organization.
  • Monthly program calendars: Every month, we publish a program calendar with four or more programs that we facilitate. These programs help our partners fill gaps in their calendars and assist with capacity issues.
  • Ongoing support: Your dedicated program coordinator will connect with you regularly for one-on-one coaching sessions and individualized support.
  • Networking opportunities: Join monthly workshops and professional development sessions to share your knowledge, learn from others, and work collaboratively to continually improve the program.
  • Capacity-building support: Access free networking sessions and hands-on support that help with various capacity-building initiatives such as applying for grants, finding corporate sponsors, fundraising in the community, organizing major events, and more.

 

Join our Network of Ontario based Seniors’ Centre Without Walls programs!

For more information please visit: www.thegoodcompanions.ca/programs-services/scww-partnership. Please direct any questions to scwwconnect@thegoodcompanions.ca or call 613-277-0693 for details.

 

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In the media:

Ontario Supports Telephone-Based Social and Educational Programs for Seniors

Seniors Staying Connected During COVID-19: The Agenda with Steve Paikin

Together Reducing Older Adult Isolation

In partnership with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario and The Good Companions Seniors’ Centre

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