Community Care Peterborough recently celebrated the launch of the next phase of its Senior Connector program, supported by $24,500 in funding through the Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program.

“MPP Dave Smith attended and addressed the group of Senior Connector volunteers, highlighting the importance of human connection, face-to-face conversations, and practical community support for older adults,” reads a media release for the launch.

“His remarks also reinforced the value of having a real person to talk to, especially when many information-sharing solutions rely heavily on technology,” added the release.

Senior Connector is a peer-based program that trains senior volunteers to help older adults find trusted information, ask questions, connect with local programs, services, and supports, identify next steps, and feel more connected to the community.   

The program was first developed as a successful pilot and demonstrated the value of local, trusted conversations between seniors and trained volunteers. This new funding will help extend the availability of Senior Connector across the city and county of........

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