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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Grande Prairie Seniors Outreach: Enhanced Meals-on-Wheels

Grande Prairie Seniors Outreach has expanded their Meals-on-Wheels program to include holidays. The volunteers also check in on seniors who are isolated. LEARN MORE

Cochrane On Demand Local Transit (COLT): Free fare during COVID-19

At this time, it’s free to ride Cochrane on Demand Local Transit (COLT); buses continue to run, though in a diminished capacity. Rider numbers are restricted to six per vehicle and physical distanci

Lloydminster Regional Health Foundation: COVID-19 Care Packages

The Lloydminster Regional Health Foundations has arranged for care packages to be delivered to the Pioneer Lodge and House that contain blankets, cards of support, etc.

Glendon Agricultural Society: Food Hamper Program

Glendon Agricultural Society, the Village of Glendon and FCSS are providing a Food Hamper Program every second Thursday for families, seniors and individuals from Glendon, Therien and the surrounding

Town of Stony Plain FCSS: Caring Hearts Connection

Caring Hearts Connectors is a safety net for residents of Stony Plain and Parkland County to connect to supports during times of crisis. Services will include: fielding calls from residents in need,

Lakeland Centre for FASD/Cold Lake and District FCSS: Meaningful Meals Program

The Lakeland Centre for FASD launched its Meaningful Meals initiative in partnership with the Cold Lake and District FCSS. The program offers meals to families in the community on Tuesdays and Thursda

Heartland Housing Foundation: Share a Smile with a Senior

The Heartland Housing Foundation has launched a program: Share a Smile with a Senior. They are looking for words of encouragement, photos, and art to help spread some cheer for their residents. People

Calgary Seniors’ Resource Society: Enhanced seniors social supports

As the COVID-19 situation continues to unfold, Calgary Seniors has modified and adapted its current Seniors Social Support Programs to offer a fast, effective volunteer delivered set of services that

The Calgary Chinese Elderly Citizens Association: Caring Action During COVID-19

The Calgary Chinese Elderly Citizens Association is offering a variety of services during COVID-19, including a telephone helpline and financial form filling over the phone.