Programs and Initiatives
Programs and Initiatives profiled on Healthy Aging CORE provide examples of the important work being done by local, provincial, and national organizations and the value of these programs and initiatives in promoting health and well-being and fostering resilience for older adults seniors.
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Grandma’s Kitchen
Program DescriptionThis project assists the isolated senior immigrant women to enhance their ability to effectively communicate and contribute their skills to the communities they live in. The group f
The Alex Community Food Centre
The Alex Community Food Centre (CFC) is a welcoming place for people to come together to grow, cook, share and advocate for good food for all. The CFC provides people with access to high-quality food
Calgary Dollars
What is Calgary Dollars?Calgary Dollars (C$) is a local and complementary currency, operated by the Arusha Centre. This means Calgary Dollars are only used in Calgary, and can be used to help purchase
Free Tax Clinics for Seniors (2023) - Unison
Income tax volunteers are available to help fill in tax returns for seniors 55+ and AISH clientsIncome limit: $35,000 per year for single or $45,000 per year for a couplePlease note: We do not prepar
Seniors Wellbeing & Engagement Program
With the aging population in African descent communities continuing to grow, the need for initiatives that support seniors in the community is a priority for the Africa Centre. Africa Centre identifie
PaRx (A Prescription for Nature)
PaRx is an initiative of the BC Parks Foundation, driven by health-care professionals who want to improve their patients’ health by connecting them to nature. Featuring practical resources like qui
CPA Alberta Tax Preparation Program
The Tax Preparation Program was established in 1973. At that time, tax clinics were introduced as a public service with three pilot tax clinics being held. From mid-March to mid-April, volunteers visi
Temporary Rent Assistance Benefit (TRAB)
The Temporary Rent Assistance Benefit provides a modest subsidy for working households with low income or those between jobs.
Support is intended to help eligible tenants afford their rent while they
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