411 Seniors Centre’s Temporarily Closure
Dear community members, 411 Seniors Centre Society is TEMPORARILY CLOSED for the month of February for our big move into the new building located at 3502 Fraser Street (Fraser &…
5 health conditions that can benefit from exercise
I came across this article featured in the McMaster University blog “Optimal Aging Portal” and wanted to share and inspire anyone who wants to attempt some physical movement. Stay tuned…
One-Time $500 CANADA HOUSING BENEFIT
The one-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit aims to help lower-income renters who are struggling with the cost of rent. Who can apply You may be eligible for a…
Origins of Day of the Dead
Information retrieved from The Arena Group The roots of the Day of the Dead, celebrated go back some 3,000 years, to the rituals honoring the dead in pre-Columbian Mesoamerica. The…
BC HYDRO – Energy Saving Kit
Information retrieved from a BC Hydro article If you live in an income-qualified household, you can get a free energy saving kit to help you save energy and make your…
Did you know…
The Homeless Outreach Program (HOP) and Homeless Prevention Program (HPP) are BC Housing-funded streams that are run by individual organizations in nearly every city across BC. These programs work with…
Are you eligible for shelter aid for elderly renters in BC?
One out of five seniors in BC receives a cash subsidy toward their rent. Find out if you are eligible. The Shelter Aid For Elderly Renters (SAFER), managed by BC…
Access Pro Bono is going public 2022 free legal advice -a-thon
Do you need legal advice? Volunteer Lawyers will be providing free legal advice to low income clients. Pre-scheduled and drop ins are available.
The Most Common I & R Problem Encountered By 411 Seniors
While safe, secure and affordable housing is vital for everyone, regardless of age, our numbers indicate that seniors, as a group, are facing significant struggles accessing and retaining safe, secure,…
Tips From The Better Business Bureau On Avoiding Rental Scam
Be wary of deals that sound too good to be true. Spend time finding out how much other rental properties in the area cost before signing a lease. Search online for…