Home Services

Help at Home for Seniors in Halifax 

Program details

Where:

Support seniors in North End Halifax

When:

Schedule varies

Time:

As scheduled

Registration:

Costs:

No costs

Would you like to…

  • Get a helping hand with housekeeping or errands? 
  • Enjoy some friendly company and conversation? 
  • Prepare your home to downsize with caring support? 
  • Feel more comfortable and independent in your own home? 

Description

We’re here to help! Our Home Services program offers free light housekeeping, companionship, errands, and downsizing support for seniors aged 55+ who live in their own homes in Halifax. Whether you need a hand tidying up, running errands, or preparing to downsize, our team will work with you to arrange a plan that meets your needs. 

This program is about making life easier for seniors while creating meaningful opportunities for our participants to give back to the community. Spots are limited, so call us to register your interest and schedule an in-home visit. Together, we’ll figure out how we can help! 

Who It’s For: Seniors aged 55+ who live in their own homes in North End Halifax. 

What We Offer: 

  • Light Housekeeping: Help with tidying up, dusting, and organizing. 
  • Companionship: Friendly visits for conversation, games, or just spending time together. 
  • Errands: Assistance with grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, or small tasks. 
  • Downsizing Support: Helping you sort, pack, or organize when preparing to downsize. 
  • Light Yard Work: Minor outdoor tasks to keep things neat and tidy. 

How It Works: Call us to register your interest. We’ll arrange an in-home visit to understand your needs and see what tasks we can help with. 

Special notes and info

  • Spots Are Limited 
  • Health Considerations: During our in-home visit, we’ll work with you to decide how we can help based on your health and household needs.  
  • Home Services NS is a project of the Directions Council funded by: Province of Nova Scotia, DCS Disability Support Program, Department of Seniors