PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
Empowering Community Through Partnership
We partner with local agencies, senior services, and community organizations to address one of the most pressing challenges facing older adults today: social isolation.
Through structured, one-on-one matching, GrandFriend Network creates meaningful connections that support emotional well-being and strengthen community ties across generations.
Why Partner With Us
We address the root of loneliness through consistent, one-on-one relationships—not one-time interactions.
Meaningful Impact
Our process pairs individuals based on shared interests, communication style, and availability to support lasting connections.
Structured Matching
We manage matching and ongoing check-ins, making it simple for organizations to refer individuals with confidence.
Simple for Partners
How We Collaborate
We partner with local agencies and community groups through a high-touch outreach model. Our collaboration ensures that every referral is handled with care, followed by ongoing check-ins to monitor the health and growth of the companion relationship.
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Identify Need: You identify individuals who may benefit from consistent companionship.
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Submit Referral: Provide basic information through our referral form.
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Matching & Introduction: We match participants based on compatibility and facilitate the first connection.
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Ongoing Support: We provide check-ins to help ensure connections are positive and sustainable.
Partner With Us
We are launching our pilot program in Columbia, Missouri and actively building partnerships with organizations committed to reducing social isolation and strengthening community connection.
If your organization works with individuals who may benefit from meaningful companionship, we invite you to partner with us.
Together we can create consistent, supportive relationships that improve quality of life and strengthen our community.
Ideal partners include: senior centers, hospice organizations, healthcare systems, faith communities, universities, veteran organizations, and community service agencies.
Launching pilot program in Columbia, Missouri • Structured matching model • Ongoing participant support •