Support for Seniors & Older Adults
October 1st is National Senior’s Day! Below we share local and provincial resources for seniors, as well as resources for further learning about mental health and suicide prevention for older adults.
Waterloo Region Resources
Community Support Connections
Community Support Connections provides individual and group support to caregivers in Waterloo Region, although they do not provide respite services. To learn more about Community Support Connections and how to access their services, visit: Caregiver Support – Community Support Connections
City of Kitchener – Seniors Information Page
Provides information about Age Friendly programs, services, news, and information for Kitchener older adults.
City of Waterloo – Seniors Services
Provides information about home support services, senior activities and senior programs for City of Waterloo residents.
Senior services | City of Waterloo
City of Cambridge – Older Adult Services
Provides information about the City of Cambridge’s older adult services, their older adult strategy, and their work as an Age-Friendly city.
Older Adult Services | City of Cambridge
Region of Waterloo- Seniors and Long-term Care
The Region of Waterloo has links to additional services, including the Ontario Seniors Dental Care program and additional community supports.
Seniors and Long Term Care | Region of Waterloo
Resources for Support in Ontario
Government of Ontario- Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors
The Ontario government has a webpage with information on resources available for seniors in Ontario, including tax credits, health, caregiving, housing, transportation, and staying safe. Visit: A guide to programs and services for seniors | ontario.ca for the list of resources.
Resources for Further Learning
Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health (ccsmh.ca)
Established in 2002, the Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health serves as a leader in knowledge transfer and advocacy within the mental health field. Through ongoing innovation and collaboration, the CCSMH strives to overcome barriers and ensure that every older adult receives the support they require.
Older Adult Mental Health and Well-being – Mental Health Commission of Canada
The Mental Health Commission of Canada has a variety of resources for older adults to learn about their mental health and wellbeing. They also offer an adapted Mental Health First Aid for Seniors focused around supporting older adults.
Understanding and Preventing Suicide in Older Adults – National Council on Aging
The National Council on Aging is a U.S. based organization with the mission of creating the conditions for everyone to age well today and into the future. Their page on Understanding and Preventing Suicide in Older Adults helps to share information and tips for suicide prevention in seniors.