Membership includes a wide range of benefits and services such as assistance with income tax preparation, financial counselling, travel services, referral to legal services, the 55 Plus Games and a walking program. Primary actions are lobbying, communication, promotion, and community development. Other services include personal counselling, resources for caregivers, retirement planning services, legal assistance, volunteer Friendly Visiting Services, Elder Abuse Resource Centre and Older Victim Services. Each senior centre attempts to respond to the needs and interests of older persons in their locality. Programs may include education, health, nutrition, fitness, recreation, creative arts, advocacy, leadership development, legal advice, personal counselling and other support services.
Centres also serve as community resources for information on aging.
Councils Many communities, in an effort to assist seniors in maintaining their independent living style, have established community resource councils. They identify existing services for seniors, develop new services and act as a point of access for information and referral. For more information, contact the community resource council nearest you. Rose du Lac Ste. Rose and District Community Resource Council Box 624 Ste.