Abbotsford Better at Home
Supporting seniors to continue living independently in their own homes by providing simple, non-medical home support servicesAbbotsford Better at Home
In partnership with the United Way, we help older adults in Abbotsford continue living independently in their own homes by providing simple, non-medical home support services such as light housekeeping, light yard maintenance, and transportation to appointments. Fees for service are based on income.
Assisting Seniors in Living Independently
A variety of services are available depending on seniors’ specific needs. Examples include:
- Light housekeeping
- Light yard maintenance
- Transportation provided to appointments
- Grocery shopping
- Information & referral service
- Friendly visiting/peer support for seniors
To find out more about the program please visit the Better at Home website.
People We Help
- Seniors over 65 who are Abbotsford residents
To Access Abbotsford Better at Home
- To apply, please call Karen at 604.859.7681 Ext: 772
“Being my age at 97 it gets harder to do such things like vacuuming so I appreciate the support and look forward to the company that I get from my housekeeper who I’ve had for 5 years since I joined the program.”
Did You Know?
Archway has been providing services for seniors since 1969.
Contact Info
Pickup Times
9:00am – 4:30pm
Monday – Friday
Address
Archway Community Services
2420 Montrose Avenue
Abbotsford, BC V2S 3S9
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“The housekeeper came to clean my house yesterday and I couldn’t help but cry. You don’t know how much this means to me. Now I don’t have to bend over in pain to try to keep my place clean.”
Better at Home is funded by the Government of B.C. and managed by the United Way.
Better At Home Clients, Volunteers and Staff
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Bev’s Journey to Independence with Archway’s Social Prescribing Program for Seniors
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