Rights of Older People
From COSCO: From 8 to 14 April 2024, campaigners (that means all of us!) from around the world will gathered for a ‘Global Rally’ on the rights of older people.…
May 15, 2024—Advance Planning Presentation with Vancouver Public Library
Date/Time: Wed. May 15th, 2024 1:30pm – 3:00pm PST Location: Montalbano Family Theatre, Level 8, at VPL Central Branch, 350 West Georgia St. Vancouver Join us for an Advance Planning…
May 16, 2024—Protecting Seniors from Elder Abuse – Safe Community Series (City of Burnaby)
Date/Time: Thurs., May 16, 2024 6:00pm-7:00pm PST Location: City Hall Council Chambers, 4949 Canada Way, BURNABY In partnership with the Burnaby Crime Prevention Unit and their Safe Community Series, we…
HOUSING SPOTLIGHT
In November 2022, United Way BC’s Seniors Housing Working Group released the report Aging in Uncertainty: The Growing Housing Crisis for BC Seniors. This report highlights the impacts of the…
Town Hall Meeting: The New Canadian Dental Care Plan
https://www.facebook.com/events/356098016812538/?ref=newsfeed 4306 Victoria Dr, Vancouver, BC V5N 4N5, Canada Public · Anyone on or off Facebook Dental Care Is Essential To Overall Health. Tooth decay is the most common, yet…
Fact Book on Aging in Canada
SFU Gerontology has just published the 8th Edition of the Fact Book on Aging in British Columbia and Canada. This monograph compiles the most up-to-date demographic, social and health data…
Seniors Advocate Council of Advisors
Message from the BC Seniors Advocate: Applications are now open! Make a difference in the lives of B.C. seniors by becoming a member of our Council of Advisors. Represent your…
Rent and Service Fee Increases
Message from the BC Seniors Advocate: Following a comprehensive review of the province’s assisted living services, the BC Seniors Advocate is calling on government to address the current confusing legislative…
Climate Change and Older Adults: Planning Ahead to Protect Your Health
(from U.S. National Council on Aging) The Golden Years are not so shiny in these times of climate crisis. But while older adults are especially vulnerable to some of the…
New SFU Star Institute Booklet – The Future of Agetech
Simon Fraser University’s STAR Instiute has produced a new booklet entitled The Future of AgeTech – Achievements and Future Directions in Technology to Support the Health, Independence and Participation of Older…