Join our Adopt-A-Grandparent program, where safe and meaningful connections bloom between seniors and community members. Together, lasting bonds are created, offering potential companionship; your involvement ensures no one is without a birthday card or a heartfelt acknowledgment during special moments throughout the year. We combat social isolation and loneliness, for seniors who may be without families or whose loved ones are miles away.

Did You Know…

1 in 3 seniors report feeling lonely and socially isolated – and that feeling doesn’t stop when living in long-term care, if your family lives far away or they are unable to visit.

of seniors don’t connect with another human for 7 days or more at a time.

30% of Edmontonian Seniors state that they would love to make more acquaintances if given the opportunity to speak to someone.

Our Goal

To help create connections for individuals in our care centres.

By assisting in creating connection, we can reverse the negative impacts of social isolation and loneliness.

To create unique opportunities to learn about our community.

A chance to develop respect across the generations.

To access the perspective of someone who has “been through it all”.

To enable the feeling of making a difference in someone’s life.

To build a sense of citizenship and community in others.

How Does It Work

Once you commit – easily done by filling out the form – you will be assigned a buddy
– Grandparents are usually matched within two weeks.

We encourage you to connect with your Grandparent via traditional mail or email as often as you wish.

If you have selected face to face meeting as one of your connection options – you will receive information about our Adopt A Grandparent Teas. These occur every other month or so.