As the Canada Post strike hits the one-week mark, there are growing concerns for one group of Canadians who typically rely on the delivery service more than most — seniors.

"Seniors that are isolated ... really appreciate any contact they have," said Jane Stallabrass, a program facilitator in community support services at Abbotsford Seniors Centre in Ottawa's Glebe neighbourhood.

Stallabrass said about 10 to 15 per cent of the centre's clients still rely on home delivery for everything from bills to letters to important packages, and the postal worker who comes to their door might be the only person they see that day.

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Judy Rock, 84, said she's already feeling the effects of the Canada Post strike.

"You feel somewhat isolated, you

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