***Seniors And Law Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T.) is recruiting volunteers aged 50 or better for their Halton Seniors Helpline. If you can spare four hours per month and are interested in being part of this amazing volunteer group supporting seniors, please call this toll-free number 1-866–457-8252 and leave a message with your contact details or visit the website. Training will be provided. With your support we will continue to make a difference***
The Halton Regional Police Service, in partnership with Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) launched the Halton Seniors Helpline in January 2008.
The Halton Seniors Helpline is a resource for members of the Region's seniors community to seek information, guidance, support and referrals on a wide range of issues and concerns, including:
- Sorting out problems
- Local seniors' support services
- Assisting in the care of an older adult
- Physical, emotional and/or financial abuse or neglect
The toll-free number is 1-866-457-8252. Trained senior volunteers are available Monday to Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are being accepted for the Halton Seniors Helpline. To be considered for one of the available positions, you must:
- Be a senior aged 50+
- Be caring, empathetic, patient and non-judgmental
- Be a good listener
- Be able to use common sense
Those selected as volunteers will be required to:
- Work a minimum of one, four-hour shift per month
- Be punctual and reliable in fulfilling shift commitments
- Provide or obtain answers to questions raised by callers
- Attend additional training sessions
- Adhere to confidentiality agreements
- Contact a support volunteer when/if unsure of a referral
- Contact the volunteer scheduler to sign up for or change a shift
How To Apply:
To apply to become a Halton Seniors Helpline volunteer, call 1-866-457-8257.
Contact Us:
For more information about Halton Seniors Helpline, contact:
The Halton Regional Police Service
Elder Services Coordinator
905-825-4747 ext. 5064