Old Made in SF
Companionship
Covia Social Call https://covia.org/programs/social-call/participants/ is a phone/video based social visiting program that matches people age 60+ with volunteers for weekly 30-minute phone/video call. Apply online or contact Katie Wade, Senior Director of Creative Engagement, 415-805-6692, socialcall@frontporch.net
Eskaton Telephone Reassurance https://www.eskaton.org/post/telephone-reassurance trained volunteers make phone calls to isolated, homebound seniors. Call 916-334-1072 (Press option 1)/Toll-free: 1-866-375-2860. Refer online at https://www.eskaton.org/post/eskaton-telephone-reassurance-program
Engage as You Age https://www.engageasyouage.com/our-services
Friendship Line (24/7, nationwide) https://www.ioaging.org/services/friendship-line Nation’s only accredited crisis line for people age 60+ and AWD. Also, makes on-going outreach calls. Referrals: 415-750-4111 or 800-971-0016.
LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired https://lighthouse-sf.org/volunteer/request-a-volunteer/ matches blind/low-vision people with trained one-on-one volunteers: Personal Service Volunteers (for work on a variety of personal and clerical tasks), and Fitness Partners (for whatever fitness activity). Contact (415) 694-7320 or email volunteer@lighthouse-sf.org
Little Brothers-Friends of the Elderly (LBFE) http://littlebrotherssf.org/ Elders must be 65+ or 60+ living with a disability, receive less than two social home visits from friends/family per month, and live in SF. 909 Hyde St., Ste. 628, SF 94109, 415-771-7957. Refer online at http://littlebrotherssf.org/for-referrals/
Meals on Wheels Friendly Visitor. Social worker assigned to client will make internal referral to Volunteer Dept.
Openhouse Friendly Visitor https://www.openhousesf.org/community-engagement Eligibility: LGBTQ+ seniors. These friendships can take shape in many forms- going on walks, museum visits, sharing stories over coffee, or simply connecting over shared interests! Volunteers help provide companionship, emotional support, and some practical assistance to foster connections to our community. Contact 415-296-8995. Apply online at https://www.openhousesf.org/friendly-visitor-agency-referral-form
Self-Help for the Elderly Senior Escort to activities to ensure safety on streets in SF. Escort services can be either one-to-one or in groups. Contact 415-533-4714. https://www.selfhelpelderly.org/escort-services-aapi-seniors Apply at https://www.selfhelpelderly.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/SHE-Senior-Escort-Services-2022-e.pdf
Shanti LGBTQ+ Aging & Abilities Support Network (LAASN) (LGBTQ-friendly) https://www.shanti.org/programs-services/lgbtq-aging-and-abilities-support-network/
Animal Companions
For the Love of Alex (FTLOA) provides urgent and emergency veterinary care for cats and dogs whose owners cannot afford it. Pet owners must provide proof of their financial status through tax returns or other documentation to be approved as a beneficiary. It pays veterinarians and pharmacies directly to ensure the pet receives the necessary veterinary care and prescribed nutrition. Apply at https://www.fortheloveofalex.org/help-my-pet
https://www.fortheloveofalex.org/post/resources-and-assistance-for-pet-emergencies
Full Belly Bus (FBB) mobile pet care team provides free licensed veterinary care, certified animal behavior training, grooming, pet food, as well as supplies like leashes, collars, harnesses and pet coats to unhoused people with companion dogs and cats. https://fullbellybus.org/
Free & low-cost pet services in SF https://fullbellybus.org/low-cost-resources
Muttville Seniors for Seniors Adoption https://muttville.org/seniors_for_seniors provides senior companion dog for adoption by seniors age 62+. 255 Alabama Street, SF 94103, 415-272-4172 or email seniorsforseniors@muttville.org
Shanti Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) provides free comprehensive animal support services that help older adults and adults with illnesses and disabilities care for their animal companions. PAWS offers clients pet food and supplies; veterinary care services (including financial assistance); and supportive pet care services (such as dog walking, pet fostering, in-home cat care).
https://www.shanti.org/programs-services/pets-are-wonderful-support/
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