Compassionate Listeners

Compassionate Listeners is a telephone-based grief support program designed for individuals in the first six (6) months following the death of a loved one. During this Early Grief Stabilization period, many people benefit from having someone who will simply listen, understand, and offer compassionate support.

Participants are matched with a trained volunteer who provides a caring presence through four (4) supportive phone calls, typically scheduled on a bi-weekly basis at a mutually agreed-upon time.

While Compassionate Listeners do not provide professional counselling, they offer:

  • A compassionate and non-judgmental listener
  • Emotional support and validation
  • Meaningful conversation and connection
  • A safe space to share thoughts and feelings

Important Information

This is a peer support program and is not a counselling or crisis intervention service. Volunteers are not trained to provide immediate support for individuals experiencing a crisis or mental health emergency.

This program offers comfort, connection, and understanding during the early stages of the grief journey.

To register, please fill in the form below.

For additional information or questions please contact Kayla Dennahower (R/TRO), Program Coordinator
volunteerprogram@kempcarenetwork.org or call 905-387-2448 ext. 2209

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