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Seniors Resource Centre
25 EASY RECIPES FOR SENIOR NUTRITION
ALLOWANCE PROGRAM
The Allowance is a monthly benefit for low-income seniors (aged 60-64) whose spouse or common-law partner is eligible for, or currently receiving, the Old Age Security (OAS) pension and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS). Delivered by: Service Canada on behalf of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
BC CENTRE FOR ELDER ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT
CANADIAN ASSOCIATION ON GERONTOLOGY
CANADIAN COALITION FOR SENIORS MENTAL HEALTH
CANADIAN HARD OF HEARING ASSOCIATION
Canada Pension Plan Forms
Canada Pension Plan forms listed by title.
Source: Service Canada
Canadian Retirement Income Calculator
The Old Age Security program and the Canada Pension Plan (or Quebec Pension Plan) provide a modest secure base on which to build your private savings. The calculator helps you assess your personal financial situation and helps you decide which steps to take to reach your retirement goals.
Source: Service Canada
CARP: A NEW VISION OF AGING FOR CANADA
DISASTER SAFETY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: WHAT TO DO WHEN EMERGENCY WEATHER STRIKES
FIRE PREVENTION, PREPAREDNESS, AND RECOVERY: SENIORS
GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN RESOURCES
Gradual retirement
Reduction of working time
Phased or gradual retirement allow older employees, usually with long service records, to progressively reduce their working time and workload over a period of time instead of abruptly shifting from full-time employment to retirement.
Source: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
HEALTH AND SENIORS INFORMATION LINE
HIP REPLACEMENTS – Drug Watch
Hip replacements — the surgical repair of an aged or injured natural hip joint by adding an artificial joint, or implant — date back three centuries. Reasons for these implants are the same now as then: a fracture or similar injury to the hip, arthritis or a wearing down of the joint over time. The goal is to reduce pain and increase mobility.
HOME ADAPTIONS FOR SENIORS INDEPENDENCE
HOME MODIFICATIONS FOR SPECIFIC NEEDS
A collection of resources for Older Workers.
Source: Jobs, Workers, Training, and Careers
LEGAL – BENEFITS AND SERVICES FOR SENIORS
LESIGLATION OF INTEREST TO SENIORS
MOBILITY RESOURCES FOR SENIORS
Old Age Security Payment Rates
This chart shows the maximum and average monthly rates for Old Age Security (GIS) and the Allowances, as well as the maximum annual income to be eligible for these benefits.
Source: Service Canada
OVERDOSE RESPONSE GUIDE: AWARENESS, PREVENTION, AND PREPAREDNESS FOR CAREGIVERS OF ADDICTS
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY TIPS FOR OLDER ADULTS
PREVENTING ABUSE AND NEGLECT IN LATER LIFE
Retirement Planning
A list of programs, services and information to assist you in your retirement.
RRSP – Making withdrawals
This link lists topics and answers typical questions relating to the withdrawal of funds from Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP).
Source: Government of Canada.
SENIOR DIABETES: SIGNS AND DIAGNOSIS
SENIOR HEALTH – Drug Watch
It’s important for everyone to know the risks of prescription drugs and medical devices before they are taken or implanted. This is especially true for seniors.
Seniors – Human Resources Development Canada
Provides detailed information for seniors on retirement issues.
Seniors – Canada Revenue Agency
CCRA has put together a page of information to help Seniors and their families to access easily various topics or services relating to Canadian seniors.
Source: Canada Revenue Agency
This guide provides information about Government of Canada services and programs for seniors and their families.
Source: Service Canada
STATISTICS CANADA: A PORTRAIT OF SENIORS LIVING IN CANADA
STRETCHING EXERCISES FOR SENIORS TO IMPROVE MOBILITY
TAX CREDITS FOR SENIORS – CANADA REVENUE AGENCY
TAX CREDITS FOR SENIORS – TURBOTAX
THE BOOMER’S ULTIMATE GUIDE TO ADDING VALUE TO YOUR HOME
View and Update Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security Personal Information
View and update your personal information related to your Canada Pension Plan (PAC) to use this online service.
Source: Service Canada