Tag: Seniors
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Building Community and Connections for Seniors
For older adults, opportunities for connection can fade and having unstructured free time can lead to isolation. To bring seniors together and provide a space for engaging social activities, The…
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Senior Day Program Celebrates 20 Years of Service in Hamilton
For the past two decades, The Salvation Army in Hamilton, Ont., has provided a safe and supportive space for seniors in the community to stay active and socially connected. This…
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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…
