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The Edmonton Seniors Centre (ESC) can be found in the Edmonton General Hospital, located in the Oliver neighbourhood (at 11111 Jasper Avenue). Incorporated in 1976, it went by a different…
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With the pandemic’s impact on the economy, the need for coordination of services for Edmonton’s older adults (the demographic most adversely affected by COVID-19) has been demonstrated. The shock wave from…
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Elmwood Seniors for Seniors is a relative newcomer to Edmonton’s seniors sector. This volunteer-based community-run program began in 2019 as informal meet-ups at a local park. It picked up steam…
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A pair of information sessions — one in November, and another in December — are providing community-based seniors serving organizations with valuable insight into the role data collection and evaluation…
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On December 15, a talented group of storytellers gathered to share stories of holiday memories, lively folk tales, and teachings of gratitude that reflect the spirit of the season. The…
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SouthWest Edmonton Seniors Association (SWESA) is truly a collaboration of community. With the help of a number of community partners and volunteers, it is able to deliver programs out of…
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Not surprisingly, the majority of Canadians want to ‘age in place’ — be able to live safely and independently in their home or community for as long as they wish…
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Age Friendly Edmonton (AFE) and the Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council (ESCC) are marking this year’s Seniors’ Week in a very meaningful way. For the first time in over two years,…
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By: Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council staff Ageism is a form of discrimination that we all may face, or unintentionally perpetuate, at some point in our lives. It refers to how…
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By: Sheena Jaffer, Age Friendly Edmonton As we age, it is common to experience functional limitations and changes in hearing, vision, mobility, or memory. Technology can be instrumental in helping…
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