Seniors Directorate Home Page Independence Achieving and maintaining independence is the continuing process of growth and adaptation to a lifetime of changes.
Independence involves a balance of self-reliance and support from others.
The right to make choices and be involved in decisions are basic to the understanding of independence. Quality of Life Quality of life also involves the right to make choices, to act independently or as part of a group, and to gain satisfaction from living. It includes material, physical, mental and spiritual well-being measured against hopes or expectations. Dignity, self-esteem and being valued by others affect the perception of quality of life. Partnerships SIP recognizes that in addition to seniors' organizations, many non-seniors' groups have the interest, skills and resources to collaborate with seniors.