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. CORE members can add their program for older adults to this list and update their posts when they have new information! Click "+ New Program" in top right to get started.
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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.
Claresholm Seniors’ Drop In Centre: Delivery service during COVID-19
While the Claresholm Seniors’ Drop In Centre has restrictions due to COVID-19, they will drop off groceries, medications, and other essentials to seniors who are self-isolating.
Edmonton Meals on Wheels: Essential toiletry kits
Edmonton Meals on Wheels, in collaboration with the Age Friendly Edmonton initiative and other senior and cultural organizations, is addressing an identified need in Edmonton’s vulnerable community.
North Edmonton Seniors Association: Online activities
The North Edmonton Seniors Association has provided a thorough list of online activities.
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Kerby Centre: Seniors info hotline
The Kerby Centre is launching a COVID-19 information phone line specifically for seniors, available at 403-265-0661.
The COVID-19 Seniors Information Hotline will be staffed from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Green Acres Foundation: Messages to the residents
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, Green Acres Foundation are unable to allow non-essential visitors into their lodges. To support isolated seniors, they are offering an opportunity to leave a message
Greater Forest Lawn 55+ Society: Meal pick up and delivery
The Greater Forest Lawn 55+ Society are now offering affordable healthy, homemade meal options for pick up or delivery for their members and seniors in their community.
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FCSS Delburne & District: Friendly phone call check-in service
FCSS Delburne & District is providing friendly phone calls for isolated community members.
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