Tag: Seniors
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Salvation Army Helps Senior Heal Emotional Wounds
After losing her husband a few years ago, Sue faced grief that affected her mental health and left her wanting to isolate. Things began to change last year when she…
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London’s Seniors Share Food and Friendship at The Salvation Army
For Nancy McSloy, a retiree, The Salvation Army’s London community services’ senior’s lunch is more than just a free meal. It is a time filled with laughter, connection and a…
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Volunteer Shares Time, Care and Conversation
At The Salvation Army’s Lakeview Manor, a nursing home in Riverview, N.B., residents have the opportunity to cut and style their hair each week. Helping make the experience more efficient…
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Grandmother Finds Vital Support at Salvation Army Food Bank
Grace (not her real name), a dedicated grandmother, has found herself in a similar situation to many seniors. She is relying on a fixed income while caring for her family.…
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New Program Brings Seniors Together
When Wendy Compton first moved to her new apartment in Charlottetown, she didn’t know anyone nearby with whom she could interact with. Over time, she became involved with The Salvation…
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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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A Resident’s Positive Experience at Lakeview Manor
As Theresa Parent wakes up each morning, she enjoys the view of some beautiful trees right by her room window and looks forward to the day ahead full of fun activities and socializing at…
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Salvation Army Adult Day Program Supports Caregivers and Their Loved Ones
Billy Doran was diagnosed with vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s more than eight years ago. Initially, his wife Jane was able to manage her job and caregiving duties. However, as the…
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Chef and The Salvation Army Unite to Feed Community Affected by Wildfires
Since the wildfires in western Canada began, The Salvation Army has joined together with various partners to help provide food and hydration to evacuees and firefighters. In Kelowna, B.C., one…
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Meal Program Provides Food and Social Connections for Seniors
For over a year, Diane and Dennis Unrau have overseen the operation of the Senior Meal Program, run by The Salvation Army’s Renew Church in B.C. Every week Diane and…
