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CANADA | May 15, 2025
COURAGE Sponsored National Survey
findings from the recent Ipsos survey conducted on behalf of COURAGE: Action for Better Aging between March 28 and April 1, 2025.
READ MORECOURAGE Action for Better Aging: April Action Update
The COURAGE advocacy campaign continues, highlighting the need for a national aging strategy that addresses the key issues and opportunities that older adults and their support systems face across Canada.
[News] City of Grande Prairie launching Social Prescribing Initiative
The City of Grande Prairie is partnering with the Grande Prairie Primary Care Network to introduce a new Social Prescribing Initiative.The initiative aims to allow care providers to make a social pre
[Article] City Partners With Grande Prairie Primary Care Network For New Social Prescribing Initiative
The City of Grande Prairie is excited to partner with the Grande Prairie Primary Care Network (GP PCN) to introduce a new Social Prescribing initiative for ages 55 and older, funded by the Government of Alberta.
[News] Sundre 'ready for action' on Link worker
SUNDRE – Following preliminary assessments and public engagement sessions intended to explore a local social prescribing model, Sundre is in a position to take the next steps toward introducing a Link worker.
[News] Link workers are icebreakers connecting clients with community
SUNDRE – Sometimes, a senior who perhaps has become isolated as a result of mental or physical health issues simply needs a little help to break out of their shell so they can once again shine.
[News] Provincial funding will help provide seniors in rural communities, such as the Foothills Region, with transportation services
Transportation services help rural seniors maintain their independence. To help keep seniors and those with mobility issues connected with their neighbours and their community and enable them to do day-to-day tasks, such as visiting the doctor or grocery shopping, the Alberta government is providing funding for accessible and affordable transportation services.
[News] Rural Alberta Seniors get funding from Provincial Government
Alberta’s government is investing $3.5 million to partner with Healthy Aging Alberta to expand transportation and mobility services for seniors in rural communities.Whether for connecting with neigh
[News] Pilot project to provide affordable transportation for low-income Foothills seniors
A growing number of older adults who want to live in their own homes face barriers to accessing services they need to live independently, including accessible and affordable transportation. This is especially challenging in rural communities lacking extensive transportation options.
[News] Accessible & seniors' transit being added to rural Southern Alberta communities
Seniors and people with disabilities in select communities will have an easier time getting around. The Government of Alberta is launching the second phase of its Healthy Aging Alberta program.
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