Education and training in Hamilton, Ontario
Extend-a-Family - Junior Buddy Program
Offered by Hamilton & District Extend-a-Family
In short
A volunteer (between ages of 16 -19) befriends a child with special needs and provides respite to their families by visiting the child in their home or accompanying and assisting the regular caregiver on outings in the community.
- Who it is for
- Children, Youth, Families, People with disabilities; Youth, People with disabilities, Family with children, Children (4-12), Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Medical care, Learning and school, Skills for work, Support with memory, thinking or a disability, Help for my family
- Cost and access
- Volunteer opportunities
- Where
- Unit 127, 293 Wellington St N, Hamilton, ON L8L 8E7
- How to reach
- Contact through Hamilton & District Extend-a-Family: (905) 383-2885 · Website
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About this service
A volunteer (between ages of 16 -19) befriends a child with special needs and provides respite to their families by visiting the child in their home or accompanying and assisting the regular caregiver on outings in the community. The Junior Buddy engages and befriends the child under adult supervision.
Who can use it?
Volunteers (between ages of 16 -19)
How do I get in touch?
Call (905) 383-2885, or use the website.
Listed in Hamilton, Ontario.
Unit 127, 293 Wellington St N, Hamilton, ON L8L 8E7
Unit 127, 293 Wellington St N, Hamilton, ON L8L 8E7Hamilton, Ontario
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