55+ Resources

https://www.pickering.ca/en/adults-55-plus.aspx

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A guide for adults +55 in Pickering, listing events, resources and important links. A guide for adults +55 in Pickering, listing events, resources and important links. Show less

Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Snow Clearing - City of Pickering

https://www.pickering.ca/en/living/snowclearingprogram.aspx

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The City of Pickering offers senior citizens and people with a permanent physical or cognitive disability a snow clearing service in order to assist them ...Show more The City of Pickering offers senior citizens and people with a permanent physical or cognitive disability a snow clearing service in order to assist them with their sidewalk snow clearing responsibilities, and access to their home. Apply here, online. Show less

https://www.durham.ca/en/living-here/age-friendly-durham.aspx

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The Regional Municipality of Durham Age-Friendly Strategy and Action Plan for residents, older adults, seniors, caregivers and community organizations. The Regional Municipality of Durham Age-Friendly Strategy and Action Plan for residents, older adults, seniors, caregivers and community organizations. Show less

https://www.durham.ca/en/living-here/resources/Documents/Age-Friendly/ROD-Community-Guide-for-Seniors-and-Older-Adults_with-Ontario-Logo-Final.pdf

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This guide was produced by the Region of Durham with support from the Government of Ontario. It aims to increase social connection and community engagemen...Show more This guide was produced by the Region of Durham with support from the Government of Ontario. It aims to increase social connection and community engagement among seniors and older adults by increasing awareness of culturally responsive programs and services. Show less

Community Care Durham, supporting people, strengthening community

https://www.communitycaredurham.on.ca/

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Community Care Durham (CCD) is a multi-service registered charitable organization providing a broad range of support services for individuals over the age...Show more Community Care Durham (CCD) is a multi-service registered charitable organization providing a broad range of support services for individuals over the age of 16 and their caregivers, such as Foot Care, In-Home Respite (Caregiver Relief), Meals on Wheels, Mental Health Support, Transportation supports. Show less

A guide to programs and services for seniors | ontario.ca

https://www.ontario.ca/document/guide-programs-and-services-seniors

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Find information on resources available for seniors in Ontario, including tax credits, health, caregiving, housing, transportation and staying safe. Download in PDF format. Find information on resources available for seniors in Ontario, including tax credits, health, caregiving, housing, transportation and staying safe. Download in PDF format. Show less

Aging and seniors - Government of Canada

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/aging-seniors.html

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A resource for health promotion and wellbeing, ways to stay active, fall prevention, emergency preparedness, mental health, substance use, and elder abuse. A resource for health promotion and wellbeing, ways to stay active, fall prevention, emergency preparedness, mental health, substance use, and elder abuse. Show less

https://alzheimer.ca/durham/en

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For caregivers, patients and service providers offering the latest research, resources for support and ways to maintain brain health. For caregivers, patients and service providers offering the latest research, resources for support and ways to maintain brain health. Show less

https://www.vondurham.org/

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VON Durham Hospice Services is a not-for-profit organization that serves individuals in Durham Region and their families facing advanced illness, death, g...Show more VON Durham Hospice Services is a not-for-profit organization that serves individuals in Durham Region and their families facing advanced illness, death, grief and bereavement through volunteer based Palliative Care, Caregiver Support, Bereavement Support, Community Awareness, and Fundraising Services. Show less

https://durhamregionhospice.ca/

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Hospice Services include emotional, social, and spiritual support to individuals and families facing life-limiting diagnoses, advanced illness, death, and bereavement. These services can be delivered in a client’s home or at the local offices. Hospice Services include emotional, social, and spiritual support to individuals and families facing life-limiting diagnoses, advanced illness, death, and bereavement. These services can be delivered in a client’s home or at the local offices. Show less

https://seniorsonwheels.ca

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A personal transportation service operating in Durham Region. We cater to seniors who are independently mobile but have no means of transportation of thei...Show more A personal transportation service operating in Durham Region. We cater to seniors who are independently mobile but have no means of transportation of their own. We are also an excellent option for those who are temporarily unable to drive themselves for any reason. Show less

https://www.communitycaredurham.on.ca/services/transportation/

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Provides a solution when you are unable to use public transportation because of needs related to aging, physical and/or mental health, and when friends or...Show more Provides a solution when you are unable to use public transportation because of needs related to aging, physical and/or mental health, and when friends or relatives are not available to help you. Rides can take place within Durham Region, to neighbouring communities, or across the Greater Toronto Area. Show less

https://delore.ca

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Delore healthcare care services is committed to providing the highest quality of care to our clients. Our goals are to provide individualized care in a wa...Show more Delore healthcare care services is committed to providing the highest quality of care to our clients. Our goals are to provide individualized care in a way to treat everybody as family by providing temporary staffing solution to agencies dealing with people with individual and developmental disabilities. Show less

Wheels of Hope - Volunteer Driving Program | Canadian Cancer Society

https://csl.cancer.ca/en/Detail/db51b318-81fe-e811-a98d-000d3a36f968

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Provides people living with cancer rides to and from their cancer treatment appointments. Dedicated volunteer drivers donate their time and use their own ...Show more Provides people living with cancer rides to and from their cancer treatment appointments. Dedicated volunteer drivers donate their time and use their own (or Society owned) vehicles to help people living with cancer get to the hospital or cancer centre. Show less

Ontario Parks Pass Backpack

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Stay active and explore participating Ontario Parks with this nature backpack that has equipment to make your adventure more enjoyable. The backpack also...Show more Stay active and explore participating Ontario Parks with this nature backpack that has equipment to make your adventure more enjoyable. The backpack also contains a vehicle permit that will allow you FREE parking access to participating Ontario Provincial Parks. Show less

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The items in this kit are designed to encourage interaction between those experiencing memory loss, their families, and caregivers. We hope you explore th...Show more The items in this kit are designed to encourage interaction between those experiencing memory loss, their families, and caregivers. We hope you explore the contents of the box together and enjoy some fun activities full of reminiscence and conversation! Show less

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Cats [Assistive Loanable]

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Dogs [Assistive Loanable]

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Homemaker. [Assistive Loanable]

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Digital Talking Book Player

Victor Reader. [Assistive Loanable]

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Digital Talking Book Players are devices intended to play DAISY and MP3 books and music to aid visually impaired users. The library also has a collection of popular Daisy and MP3 books on CD available to check out. Digital Talking Book Players are devices intended to play DAISY and MP3 books and music to aid visually impaired users. The library also has a collection of popular Daisy and MP3 books on CD available to check out. Show less

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Braille Slate and Stylus [Assistive Loanables]

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Check out a plastic slate and stylus with four lines of 28 universal-sized cells for writing braille with a small stylus. Check out a plastic slate and stylus with four lines of 28 universal-sized cells for writing braille with a small stylus. Show less

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Sensory Support Kit. [Assistive Loanable]

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The sensory kit contains an assortment of items which are designed to reduce stress and anxiety, stimulate learning, and provide comfort in unfamiliar environments. The sensory kit contains an assortment of items which are designed to reduce stress and anxiety, stimulate learning, and provide comfort in unfamiliar environments. Show less

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