Telephone & In-Home Visiting Programs
A trained specialist is available to telephone and/or visit high-risk, older adults who are 60+. This may include individuals who live alone, those who feel isolated or suffer with depression and/or loneliness, and those who are homebound. Services are provided through referrals and upon the request of individuals.
This service offers participants consistent support through positive interactions and assists them with securing access to helpful social services and community resources.
If you would like more information about this program, please call our Telephone & Visiting Specialist Amybeth Richardson at 913-684-0780.
Friendly Visitor Program
The Friendly Visitor Program pairs volunteers with homebound seniors to provide social connection. Through regular home visits and/or phone calls, volunteers help reduce loneliness and social isolation felt by many seniors in our community. Friendships develop, relationships grow and seniors remain engaged. This valuable social connection can reduce cognitive decline, lessen anxiety and improve the overall quality of life for this homebound population.
If you are interested in being a volunteer for this program, please reach out to program coordinator, Amybeth Richardson. Amybeth can be reached at 913-684-0780 or arichardson@leavenworthcounty.gov.
