GrandFriends Program Connecting Families Needing Support

Are you 55+ and looking to bring more meaning into your life? Haliburton's SIRCH is looking for you!April Austen is looking for a few good men and women. Moreaccurately, she's looking for 10 kind-hearted people who want to share their life experienceand caring nature with young families in Haliburton County as part of SIRCH's new GrandFriendprogram.The concept is simple; matching those aged 55 and up with young, single mothers or families tooffer a listening ear and meaningful connection through activities, encouragement andfriendship. It's the first time SIRCH has offered the program, and Austen is excited for this newopportunity.Austen says the program will support both the parents, the kids andthe GrandFriends themselves. And because Haliburton County is a supportive community, theprogram is a perfect fit here for anyone who just needs someone in their lives who cares.