Seniors Canada On-line
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Canada's Trusted Information Source for Seniors, Caregivers, Families and Service Providers.
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A to Z Index
The A to Z Index presents a list of sites that relate to a specific subject. For example, if you were looking for anything to do with 'injuries' you would click on the letter 'I', then click on the subject 'injuries'. This would give you a list of all sites that have been assigned the subject 'injuries'.
"Technology"
Yukon Territory
Yukon Telehealth Network
Telehealth uses videoconferencing technology to provide healthcare services and education to clients and health care professionals in their own community. The Yukon Telehealth Network links ten communities in the Yukon with telehealth workstations.
Source : Government of Yukon. Department of Health and Social Services.
Canada
Adapting to new technologies - No. 29
Statistical snapshot about Canadian seniors' ownership of computers.
Source : Public Health Agency of Canada
Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA)
The mission of the ATIA is to serve as the collective voice of the Assistive Technology industry so that the best products and services are delivered to people with disabilities.
Source : Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA)
Canada Science and Technology Museum (CSTM)
The largest of its kind in Canada, this Museum fulfills its mission through its collection, permanent, temporary and travelling exhibits, special events, school programs, workshops and demonstrations, publications, loans, conferences and lectures, expert advice, and joint action with other museums and organizations with similar goals and interests.
Source : National Museum of Science and Technology
The Canadian Hearing Society
Information about the Canadian Hearing Society, and the programs and services they offer for deaf, deafened, and hard of hearing people.
Source : The Canadian Hearing Society
Community Access Program (CAP)
An Industry Canada initiative to financially assist communities connect to the Internet and educate them on how to use it. Contains information regarding "Connecting Canadians", how to apply, application deadlines and success stories.
Source : Industry Canada
Computers: Getting Online - Using The Internet
The fact sheet 'Computers: Getting Online - Using The Internet' examines some of the benefits as well as the challenges related to computers and older adults.
Source : Health Canada
Get Connected to Your TTY
This site gives information about teletypewriters (TTY), and how to use them.
Source : The Canadian Hearing Society
Hearing Aid Program
The Canadian Hearing Society's Hearing Aid Programs uses a team approach with you, your audiologist and dispenser working together to ensure that you are satisfied with your purchase and that you are receiving optimum benefit from your hearing aids.
Source : The Canadian Hearing Society
Hearing Care Counselling Program (PDF Format)
This brochure gives information about the Hearing Care Counselling Program offered by the Canadian Hearing Society to help hearing impaired seniors and younger adults live better lives.
Source : Canadian Hearing Society
Homecare Services
Home support - such as meals and general assistance for seniors, medical equipment rentals and transportation - is offered, depending on the needs of a particular community, by many Red Cross branches and regions across Canada.
Source : Canadian Red Cross
How Are Everyday Technologies Kept Safe?
The fact sheet 'How Are Everyday Technologies Kept Safe?' looks at safety and security issues of some everyday technologies.
Source : Government of Canada. Health Canada.
Looking After Your Money: Technology And Banking
The fact sheet 'Looking After Your Money: Technology and Banking' looks at some of the changes in day-to-day banking and issues that have emerged. It also provides some tips for using new methods of banking.
Source : Government of Canada. Health Canada.
Neil Squire Foundation
The Neil Squire Foundation is a Canadian national non-profit organization committed to providing education, technology and career development for people with physical disabilities.
Older Adults Mean Business!
The fact sheet 'Older Adults Mean Business!' looks at the numbers, diversity, consumer power and economic impact of seniors.
Source : Government of Canada. Health Canada.
Science and Technology
The official source for Science and Technology from the Government of Canada. Topics include energy, environment, health, space and food.
Source : Government of Canada. Science and Technology.
Telecommunications: Phones and More
The Fact sheet 'Telecommunications: Phones and More' sheet looks at the widening telecommunications field and its impact on the everyday lives of older adults.
Using Technology? Positively!
This series explores technologies that affect the daily activities of older adults. The fact sheets may be helpful to those who are new users or who may be considering using technology for the first time. The fact sheets take a close look at specific technologies and provide tips and strategies suggested by older adults. They also uncover myths about aging and seniors' use of technology and look at the challenges facing us as we all grow older and encounter new ways of doing things.
Source : Government of Canada. Health Canada.
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