Here is a list of resources, supports, and services for seniors.
CLBC's
Aging Knowledge Hub:
This is a place to find aging-related resources and information for a range of topics in one, easy-to-access location. The Hub is designed to support, connect and inform individuals and their families experiencing aging-related changes. It includes resources for people CLBC supports, loved ones, caregivers, service providers, CLBC facilitators, health professionals and primary care providers. The Hub was created in partnership with community living organizations and people with lived experiences.
CLBC's
Aging Parents / Caregivers Pamphlet
Fraser Health Access Line - Home and Community Care (previously called the Home Health Service Line).
There are two ways to do this: Call 1-855-412-2121 or book a telephone appointment by filling out the online form. We are open seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m, 365 days a year.
United Way's
Better at Home:
Better at Home is a program that helps older adults with simple non-medical, day-to-day tasks so that they can continue to live independently in their own homes and remain connected to their communities.
The
Office of the Seniors Advocate is an independent office of the B.C. provincial government acting in the interest of seniors and their caregivers. The office has an information and referral line that is available from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Our senior service specialists will work with you to provide resources and help resolve issues.
Call at 1-877-952-3181.
Senior Services Society is a non-profit agency located in New Westminster, which provides local and provincial programs and services to support vulnerable older adults to live as independently as possible.
They serve vulnerable seniors 55+ or less than 55 with a disability.
They operate 3 departments:
1. Housing Services:
Individualized information for seniors’ housing in British Columbia with their Housing Counsellor.
One-on-one housing outreach to seniors who are homeless and at-risk in the Lower Mainland.
A Temporary Housing Program, providing short term accommodation to homeless seniors who are able to live independently.
2. Support Services:
A broad range of social, meal, transport and support services for New Westminster seniors to support their independence and wellness in their own home.
3. Community Education:
Training and workshops on the fundamentals to working with an older population.
The Seniors Services Society is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed on all statutory holidays).
Phone: 604-520-6621
Email: info@seniorsservicessociety.ca
Seniors First BC is a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, legal advocacy, support, and referrals to older adults across BC with issues affecting their well-being, as well as those who care for them.
