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Grandview and District Community Resource Council, Inc.Services to Seniors 
Box 235
Grandview, MB
R0L 0Y0
Helping seniors and the disabled maintain their independent living status
 Drop in at the Resource Council office located at 445 Main Street. Office hours are 9 AM–12 and 1–4 PM Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Or contact the Resource Council Coordinator,
Connie Tanasichuk, by phone at 546-2085
What is the Grandview and District Community Resource Council?The Grandview and District Community Resource Council is a community based program designed to help seniors and disabled persons in the community to live happier, healthier lives, maintain their independence and remain in their own homes as long as possible. It is also an information source that responds to questions about services, activities, programs, etc.
What is Services to Seniors?Services to Seniors offers numerous programs and activities provided through the combined efforts of dedicated volunteers, fee-for-service workers and the Resource Council staff.
How is it funded?The Parkland Regional Health Authority provides funds to hire a coordinator for the Resource Council. Other expenses must be raised therefore fundraising events are held throughout the year.
How is it run?The programs provided by the Resource Council run on volunteer power! All volunteers and fee-for-service workers are reference checked and all services are provided with confidentiality keeping the individuals needs in mind. We thank our volunteers for the gift of their time and value their commitment to others. If you have any time available and wish to share your skills, please contact us.
Contact us if:- You are a senior or person with a disability and wish to access one or more of the outlined services.
- You are a caregiver or a child of an aging parent and would like more information about the programs and services offered through the Services to Seniors program.
- You need information on other programs and services available to seniors.
- You wish to find out more about becoming a volunteer or fee-for-service worker.
Lifeline Personal Response Service
Lifeline is a personal emergency response system that puts assistance just a push of a button away, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A Lifeline Communicator is connected to your telephone and can be activated with a push of your Personal Help Button. There is a one-time installation charge and a low monthly fee. For further information, contact your local Resource Council Coordinator or call Lifeline at 1-888-722-5222. When you can’t be with your loved one, Lifeline can. 
Driver Escort Service Driver Escort Service provides year round transportation for seniors and persons with disabilities to local or out-of-town medical appointments as well as personal errands. This service is provided through volunteer efforts. A nominal fee is charged to cover the cost of gas and automobile repairs. Fees are based on a round trip and are determined by distance.
Handy Helper Service Handy Helper is a year round program designed to aid seniors and disabled persons in finding fee-for-service workers to assist with home maintenance and yard work. Tasks may include housecleaning, laundry, lawn mowing and other yard work, snow removal or home repairs. If you have an odd job that needs doing, the Resource Council has a list of reliable people willing to assist with these tasks for reasonable fees.
Friendly Visiting Many older people experience feelings of loneliness and isolation as a result of separation from friends and family, the loss of a loved one, poor health or a recent move and it is often difficult to meet new friends or re-establish contact with old ones. Friendly visiting reaches out to these individuals with companionship and support. Volunteers visit on a regular basis to share an activity or have a friendly chat. Once it is determined that a senior can benefit from the service, your Resource Council Coordinator will recruit and match a suitable volunteer. An introductory meeting will be arranged and both parties will decide upon future contacts.
Confidentiality Policy for Volunteers and Service ProvidersQuestions & Answers. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Confidentiality Policy for Volunteers and Service Providers, drop in at the Resource Council office at 445 Main Street.
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Many other services are also available at the
Grandview and District Community Resource Council.
Just ask… we will lend a helping hand.
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