Tag: senior
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Retirement with a Purpose
Many retirees struggle to find ways to fill their newfound free time. However, Alison, a volunteer at The Salvation Army thrift store in Richmond Hill, Ont., did not face this…
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Food Bank Serves as a Lifeline for Retiree on Fixed Income
The high cost of living in Canada impacts all demographics, including retired seniors. For some, a pension is no longer enough to cover basic needs. This is the case for…
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Salvation Army Helps Retiree Get Sober and Find Purpose Again
Before retiring, Leonard Ord had a very active life. He loved his role at a large company, which allowed him to interact with people and travel for business regularly. Despite…
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From Experiencing Homelessness to Finding Purpose with The Salvation Army
În the winter of 2017, Bob Pollakis, 57, was forced to leave his home. After a harrowing incident a few years prior, Bob had been taking medication to deal with…
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Bonnie’s Very Special Christmas
Bonnie is a senior, living alone in Fort Frances, Ontario, on an extremely limited income. “I really haven’t had a lot of money to have a Christmas with my family…
