Nova Scotia updates progress on aging population action plan
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The province has released an 18-month progress report on its aging population action plan. Continue reading
Seniors
Regina Pioneer Village resident says long-term solution needed now
By Katelyn Wilson Reporter
Back in April, the Saskatchewan Health Authority moved around 94 residents from the facility after a report showed an excessive amount of mould. Continue reading
Father Dowd senior home tradition in Côte-des-Neiges hits 50-year milestone
By Billy Shields Photojournalist
For the 50th time, high school kids came with gifts and Christmas carols to Father Dowd Residential Centre in Cote-des-Neiges — a home whose residents have largely outlived their families. Continue reading
Volunteers sort Christmas gifts for 5,100 isolated Calgary seniors
“It’s such a fantastic feeling for everybody involved: for the staff of care homes, for the volunteers, for the seniors.” Continue reading
Seniors’ food insecurity, usage concerns raised by New Brunswick food banks
By Callum Smith Video Journalist
Approximately 40 per cent of the 120 clients who use the Second Mile Food Bank are seniors. Continue reading
Charitable gaming groups in Sask. receive $1.5M in grants
The SLGA grants are provided to groups and organizations who conduct licensed charitable gaming activities such as bingo and raffle events. Continue reading
Community health care launched for Saskatoon seniors at Market Mall
The new Community Health Centre at Market Mall provides specialized care services for Saskatoon seniors who have complex needs. Continue reading
Hamilton seeks more volunteer Snow Angels
The volunteer Snow Angel program helps seniors and people with disabilities with snow removal. Continue reading
Be a Santa to a Senior program is underway
The Be A Santa To A Senior program donates gifts to local seniors who might otherwise spend the holidays alone. Continue reading
Art workshops help seniors improve their health, Montreal study finds
For some seniors, visiting the museum instead of the doctor’s office could improve their health and quality of life, according to a study released Tuesday. Continue reading
