Government of Alberta launches online tool for seniors benefits
The Alberta government launched a new tool Tuesday that it hopes will make it easier for seniors in the province to access financial assistance. Continue reading
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Alberta seniors offer advice to students heading back to school in viral Facebook post: ‘Stay off drugs!’
A group of Alberta seniors has gone viral, after posting photos to social media with advice for kids heading back to school this week. Continue reading
New affordable housing complex opens its doors to seniors in southern Alberta
Thanks to joint funding from the provincial and federal governments, a new seniors living facility opened Thursday in Raymond, Alta. Continue reading
Calgary couple forced to live apart after 66 years together because care home won’t take them both
By Jill Croteau Reporter
A Calgary couple is devastated knowing they’ll be separated after 66 years of marriage. The seniors have different care needs and no long-term care facility can take them both. Continue reading
VirtualGym would offer Alberta seniors access to customized in-home exercises
VirtualGym gives personalized feedback as users exercise by following an avatar on screen who demonstrates each move. The team hopes offering exercise instructions in-home will improve seniors’ access. Continue reading
Peter Watts: Supporting seniors in Alberta
Irene Martin-Lindsay of Alberta Seniors Communities & Housing Association, and University of Alberta law professor, Eric Adams, offer some thoughts on important issues for seniors. Continue reading
Alberta wants to boost support payments for those with disabilities and low-incomes
The changes introduced in the legislature would help about 250,000 Alberta residents, including seniors and those who receive benefits under the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped program, also known as AISH. Continue reading
Edmonton seniors’ home Canora Gardens rebuilt after deadly fire
An Edmonton seniors’ housing complex damaged by fire in 2012 officially re-opened on Monday with some new safety features. Continue reading
Some low-income Alberta seniors face carbon tax rebate clawback
By Fletcher Kent Reporter
People living in certain seniors’ residences in Alberta will have to fork over 30 per cent of their carbon tax rebate to pay for their building’s higher utility costs. Continue reading
Peter Watts: Home care a growing concern
Linda Silas, the president of the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions, speaks about the growing demand for home care. Continue reading