The Friendly Visitor Program

UPDATE: The Friendly Visitor Program is no longer being offered at this time.

When dealing with depression, one of the biggest factors that I felt inhibited my progress in overcoming this illness was isolation. There was a lack of companionship in my life and a lack of motivation - I never felt like doing anything and it was especially hard for me to even leave my house. It was hard for my family and friends to understand what I was going through because they had never experienced the feelings that I was dealing with. This is where the idea for The Friendly Visitor Program came from.

What Is It?

The Friendly Visitor Program involves regularly scheduled visits with myself as a way to reduce isolation, combat loneliness and increase social contact. 

The Friendly Visitor Program does not provide any type of housekeeping, personal care or medical care.

Who Is It For?

The Friendly Visitor Program is for people who are suffering from a mental illness and are feeling socially isolated and could use a friend to offer additional encouragement and emotional, spiritual and social support. All communication between myself and my clients will remain confidential. 

Visits can be arranged within the City of Kawartha Lakes and Peterborough County. 

Benefits for Clients

:: Opportunity for friendship and companionship

:: Conversation that stems from understanding and acceptance 

:: Decrease feelings of loneliness and isolation

:: Increase social interaction

:: Participation in leisure activities

Activities Can Include

:: Going for walks / hikes

:: Arts and crafts

:: Having tea / coffee

:: Doing puzzles 

:: Playing cards or board games

:: Attending farmer's markets / craft shows / galleries / etc. 

:: Yoga / exercise

:: Going grocery shopping

:: Cooking a healthy meal

:: Volunteer together 

↠ For more information, pricing, or to schedule a visit please contact me.