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August 18 , 2006 MCGUINTY GOVERNMENT MAKING IT EASIER FOR SENIORS TO ACCESS SERVICES IN GREENSTONE GREENSTONE – The McGuinty government, with its federal and municipal partners, has launched SeniorsInfo.ca making it easier for older adults to access information, programs and services from all levels of government Ontario Minister Responsible for Seniors, Jim Bradley announced today. “SeniorsInfo.ca is a terrific website for seniors who want a convenient way to access information about all the programs and services available in their home town,” said Bradley. “SeniorsInfo.ca was designed with input from seniors. I encourage seniors and their families and caregivers to log on to www.seniorsinfo.ca to get answers to their questions.” "I am extremely pleased that the government is making access to information for seniors a priority," said MPP Michael Gravelle. "This new website is another way for seniors in Greenstone to conveniently find the information they need when they need it." Need to find out whether you may be eligible to receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement? Want information about OHIP coverage, or a special seniors program at your local library? This innovative website will eliminate the need to run around from one place to another in search of information. “It pleases me that Greenstone has participated with the provincial and federal governments to provide our community’s seniors with a one-stop resource for government information. It was the seniors of Greenstone who made this community and as times change, it is nice to know that modern technology is making it easier for our seniors to access government information no matter where they live in Greenstone,” said Mayor Michael Power. The Municipality of Greenstone is just one of 22 Ontario communities which have developed a unique website for their seniors. Ontario’s seniors population is expected to more than double to 3.2 million by 2028. The McGuinty government has been investing to help meet the challenges and opportunities posed by the province’s aging population, including:
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