Mentoring Seniors

Mrs. Marianne Hope (David's mother) chatting with the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of HRSDC, and the Honourable Marjory LeBreton, Minister of State (Seniors) at the reception in LNO's offices.

What is it?

• A pilot program initiated by Lifetime Networks Ottawa (LNO) - in co-operation with and with the support of the Senior Citizens Council in the spirit of "SENIORS SERVING SENIORS" - to train a group of seniors to serve as mentors to other seniors to plan the future of a family member with a disability.

How is it funded?

• By a grant from HRSDC's New Horizons for Seniors program.
  Press release.

 Who are the mentors?

• Senior volunteers, with life experince and knowledge in various areas, are recruited from the community to help other seniors. LNO is providing training, reference material and guidance to access the various resources available in the community. 
  
• If you are interested to join as a mentor, please contact the LNO office via e-mail or by phone: 613-748-7162.

 Who can benefit from it?

• Any senior with a family member with a disability living in the Ottawa area. 
  
• If you think you would like to have the services of a mentor, please contact the LNO office via e-mail or by phone: 613-748-7162.