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Friendly to Seniors - Sudbury |
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From the neighborhood corner store to the biggest big box store and from the smallest agency or service organization to the largest government office - all can benefit from becoming part of Friendly to Seniors.
When you make a community Friendly to Seniors you improve the quality of life for all residents. Organizations and businesses that pay attention to the needs of seniors provide accessible facilities that are safe, convenient and comfortable not only for seniors but for everyone they serve. Clear communication and excellent service are two other by-products of being "Senior Friendly". Friendly to Seniors - Sudbury is dedicated to reducing ageism and age related discrimination by helping to make our community one of the most Friendly to Seniors in Ontario. We are sure you will find the information on this site to be informative and interesting. Our population is aging, and doing so rapidly. By the year 2020 the senior population, people over the age of 65, will double in the City of Greater Sudbury. Already, those over the age of 50 make up a significant segment of our city's citizens, and control over 75 percent of the wealth. As a result of this large population shift a new approach to aging is needed, one that promotes the dignity and worth of older persons and ensures their independence, security, full participation and self-fulfillment. It is the goal of Friendly to Seniors to help achieve these objectives. The Friendly to Seniors Opportunity Is your Business or Organization Friendly to Seniors? To find out more about the Friendly to Seniors program and how your business or organization can benefit please contact us for more information at 507-6087 or e-mail us at any time at info@friendlytoseniors.ca. Would you like to be a Friendly to Seniors volunteer to assist in the delivery of this program in our community? Any older adult (50 plus) can take part as a volunteer in the Friendly to Seniors program, and also participants of any age in post secondary training related to elder care. All that is required is a willingness to conduct prearranged visits to local businesses and organizations to carry out a short on-site assessment. Also you may wish to take part in employee senior awareness sessions. A short training program prepares you for both activities. Access to a vehicle is an asset, but not required. An honorium is provided to cover transportation expenses. Please call or e-mail for more information. Our phone number is 507-6087 or you can e-mail info@friendlytoseniors.ca Check out our picture gallery.
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