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'.
"Independent living"
Yukon Territory
Adult Community Services
Adult Community Services provides a comprehensive range of social services and coordinates the development of these services for seniors, persons "in need" and/or with disabilities to enjoy a basic standard of living with maximum independence and dignity.
Source : Government of Yukon. Department of Health and Social Services.
Canada Benefits: Housing in Yukon
This Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all federal and provincial government benefit programs and services for individuals relating to housing in Yukon.
Source : Government of Canada.
Home Care
The Yukon Home Care Program provides health services to individuals who cannot easily access health care in the community, or who nee assistance in performing daily activities. The program aims to improve people's quality of life and supports them to live independently in their own homes.
Source : Government of Yukon
Canada
55 Alive Driver Refresher Course
The 55 Alive Driver Refresher Course is designed to help Canadians 55 years and over to maintain their independence and their driving privileges.
Source : Canada Safety Council
Abbeyfield Houses Society of Canada
The purpose of the Abbeyfield Houses Society of Canada is to provide accommodation and companionship for lonely older people within their own local community
Source : Abbeyfield Houses Society of Canada
Accessible Housing by Design - Ramps
After reading this publication, you will understand how a ramp should be built, the materials that should be used and things to take into consideration before building a ramp on your home.
Source : Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Accessible Vacation Home Exchange for people with disabilities
Free online Accessible Vacation Home Exchange for Persons with Extensive Disabilities matches disabled persons who want to exchange homes during vacations.
Source : Independent Living Institute
Acquiring a Guide Dog
This Web page offers instruction on how to acquire a guide dog for a visually impaired person, from the Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind.
Source : Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind
Adult Care Program
The main objective of the Adult Care program is to assist First Nations people with functional limitations (because of age, health problems or disability), to maintain their independence.
Source : Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
Aids to Independent Living: Breaking Through the Barriers
This "Aids to Independent Living: Breaking Through the Barriers" booklet is made up of ideas and devices which can help you reach your own level of independence. The chapters are grouped according to daily activities inside and outside the home: Kitchen Ideas, Bathroom Basics, General Household Tips, Personal Care, and Recreation.
Source : Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Bruno and Alice: A love story in twelve parts about seniors and safety
This series of twelve illustrated stories follows the whimsical romance of two active seniors who, through lack of prevention, end up in awkward situations and almost miss their rendez-vous with love. The stories offer insight into some of the personal preventive measures seniors can take to make their environment safer and prevent injuries.
Source : Public Health Agency, Division of Aging and Seniors
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free Telephone: 1-800-622-6232
- TTY Service: 1-800-926-9105
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Canada Benefits: I am a senior in Prince Edward Island
This Canada Benefits Web site provides an overview of all government benefit programs and services concerning seniors in Prince Edward Island.
Source : Government of Canada
Canadian Association for Independent Living Centres
The Canadian Association of Independent Living Centres (CAILC) is the national umbrella organizations, representing and coordinating the network of Independent Living Resource Centres (ILRCs) at the national level. Each ILRC is community-based and controlled by and for persons with disabilities.
Source : Canadian Association for Independent Living Centres
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
The Care Guide - Everything under the sun for seniors' housing and care
Comprehensive guides to seniors' housing and care services including retirement homes, nursing homes, home health care, adult lifestyle retirement communities, supportive housing and palliative hospice care.
Source : Care Planning Partners Inc.
Earthquake Preparedness for High-Rises and Mobile Homes
Whether you live in a residential home, a high-rise apartment or a mobile home, there are safe practices to follow to protect your family and home from the effects of earthquakes.
Source : Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada
Get Connected to Your TTY
This site gives information about teletypewriters (TTY), and how to use them.
Source : The Canadian Hearing Society
Go for it: A guide to choosing and using assistive devices
A thorough and useful document designed to encourage seniors to explore all the assistive devices at their disposal. It offers tips on figuring out what you need, where to obtain it and how to get financial help if you need it.
Source : Government of Canada. Health Canada.
Go for It: A guide to choosing and using assistive devices
A thorough and useful document designed to encourage seniors to explore all the assistive devices at their disposal. It offers tips on figuring out what you need, where to obtain it and how to get financial help if you need it.
Source : Public Health Agency of Canada
Go for It: A guide to choosing and using assistive devices (PDF Format)
A thorough and useful document designed to encourage seniors to explore all the assistive devices at their disposal. It offers tips on figuring out what you need, where to obtain it and how to get financial help if you need it.
Source : Public Health Agency of Canada
A Guide for Persons with Disabilities - Air Travel Experience
This Guide, prepared by the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA), is designed to help travellers with disabilities plan and prepare their trip by air within Canada. It complements Fly Smart, the CTA's consumer brochure which contains valuable information about flying to, from, and within Canada.
Source : Canadian Transportation Agency
A Guide to Access VAC Health Benefits and the Veterans Independence Program
This guide provides information about VAC Health Benefits and Veterans Independence Program and explains how to obtain those benefits (e.g.: medical, surgical and dental care, prosthetic devices and home adaptations).
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free Telephone: 1-866-522-2122
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A Guide to Access VAC Health Benefits and The Veterans Independence Program (PDF format)
This guide provides information about the Veterans Affairs Canada benefits and services available through both the VAC Health Program and the Veterans Independence Program and explains how to obtain those benefits you are eligible to receive. It also offers an explanation of how to use your VAC Health Identification Card. (PDF format)
Source : Veterans Affairs Canada
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
Home Adaptation Checklist
This checklist identifies adaptations that could help prevent accidents and enhance independence. It also gives some guidelines on how to hire a reputable contractor.
Source : Canada Safety Council
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