What is Faith In Action?
People of many faiths and ethnicities who help older adults stay independent and living in their homes. They provide non-professional services.
- Short-term respite care and friendly visiting.
- Chore services (indoor or outdoor).
- Grocery shopping assistance.
- Transportation to doctor appointments.
- Elder watch: a daily phone call to check elders.
- Wheelchair ramp building.
- Therapy dog international: certified therapy dogs do companion visits to elders
- Prayer shawl partners: knit shaw of love for an elder.
Who should be involved.... All with a desire to help
those in need can be involved. It is a network of faith communities, individuals, organizations and social agencies, working for the good of the elders.
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