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Janet and Colleen – A Strong Connection

“It’s comforting to know that I can phone her” When Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1876, he couldn’t have guessed that over 140 years later, people at risk of social isolation in Halton would use his invention to bond with others on a deep and personal level. Janet is one of those people.…

A Song Called “Patty’s Place”

“This place has been a God send to her and to me” After 62 years of marriage, Al knows his wife, Joanne, like the back of his hand. He could tell you the songs she likes, where she keeps her kitchen utensils, and everything in between. Because of this, he quickly noticed when she started…

A Story About Bereavement

  A Story About Bereavement “I have come through this grief because of Acclaim Health” When a loved one passes away, the grief can be a difficult journey that takes the mind into uncharted territory, but there’s a chance to feel hopeful and grateful on the other side. “Looking back, it’s really an adventure,” shared…

Dorothy and Audrey – An Everlasting Bond

Dorothy and Audrey – An Everlasting Bond “Audrey is my lifeline” Dorothy didn’t know that a normal trip to the bank one day would change her life for the better forever. It all started when a bank teller simply asked her if she’d like some company. Dorothy knew that she’d love to have a new…

Carolyn and Ray’s Story – Caregiver Support

“Although everyone’s story is slightly different, they get it. They understand the feelings and understand what is happening with your loved one.” A dementia diagnosis doesn’t just impact one person. It changes the lives of many, as a family navigates what their life will be like now that a loved one is living with dementia.…

A Journey with Grief

“I couldn’t talk, I couldn’t socialize with anyone, and this program has allowed me to be where I am today”. Joanne’s daughter Jenny was diagnosed with a brain tumour at the age of twenty and told she had an approximate two-year survival rate. Although very upset, Jenny made the mental decision to live her best…

Keeping My Independence

Bonnie smiling

“Having that lifeline of just talking to someone that seems to understand what you’re dealing with makes a huge difference.”   Remaining active is vital at any age, but not everyone has access to community-based programs that can keep them moving. For people like Bonnie, who is partially paralyzed on her right side and living…

Finding a Purpose in Retirement

“I hope that the good with that Acclaim Health does always continues. I feel teary when I think back on what I have experienced, and I am so glad that I have had this opportunity.”  Dave Page first started volunteering with Acclaim Health in 2001. On the brink of retirement, Dave wanted to find something…

Can You Spare 5 Minutes Today?

“I am so proud to be a part of this organization. Acclaim Health is very appreciative of each and every single volunteer.”  “Can you spare 5 minutes today?” – a simple question on a brochure while browsing the library brought Nancy into the Tele-Touch world. Initially, in search of some rewarding volunteer work, Nancy’s experience…

Finding the Light in the Darkest of Days

Screenshot of Kevin and Muriel

Finding the light in the darkest of days. “Finding a rhythm of life that we can both harmonize with. We lose that when we get devastating news – it’s all about finding new patterns and rhythms which Muriel and I are doing together.” Losing your lifelong partner is something you can never fully prepare for.…

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