Apr 11, 2024 | News, Stories of Older People
Six years ago, John Dicks found himself captivated by radio interviews featuring Doug Mackie, a key figure in the Men’s Sheds Canada community. John later had the opportunity to chat with Doug about the difference Men’s Sheds can make in a community, and he was...
Apr 10, 2024 | News, Stories of Older People
In 2019, Cold Lake Alberta saw the inception of the Cold Lake Men’s Shed, spearheaded by Wayne Warner. Drawing from his military experience, Wayne noticed that older men often didn’t get the mental health support they need and was motivated to take action. Speaking to...
Mar 12, 2024 | News, Videos
Hear from Karen McDonald of Healthy Aging Alberta, Marta Hajek of Elder Abuse Ontario – the co-Chairs of the Canadian CBSS Interim Community Leadership Council – along with Gregor Sneddon, Executive Director of HelpAge Canada, as they share why now is the time to...
Mar 12, 2024 | News, Press Releases
HelpAge Canada and its partners are thrilled to announce the establishment of the Canadian Community-Based Seniors’ Services (CBSS) Interim Community Leadership Council. This Interim Council is designed to enable the CBSS community to affirm the governance structure,...
Mar 11, 2024 | News, Stories of Older People
The Fundy Men’s Shed, located in Saint John, New Brunswick, launched in 2023 with eight members. Their collective mission is powerful: learn new skills, forge meaningful connections, and make a difference in their community. The group was fortunate to land the...
Mar 11, 2024 | News, Stories of Older People
The Kerby Tech Shed started when Bob, and his wife, moved to Calgary from Ottawa in 2018 after the couple retired. Moving two provinces away is a big change, and Bob was eager to put down roots in his new community. That’s when he got connected with Unison at Kerby...
Mar 11, 2024 | News, Stories of Older People
In August 2023, Brandon Seniors for Seniors (BSFS) proudly celebrated 40 years of serving older people in their small Manitoba community. Today, they offer a wide range of programs and services that empower older Manitobans and inspire them to get involved. From the...
Mar 4, 2024 | Newsletters
I recently visited a longtime donor of HelpAge Canada in Eastern Canada, who’s now in a wheelchair and living in a retirement home after a car accident. She shared her struggles with navigating her city’s inaccessible buildings and sidewalks – she can’t do so many of...
