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Seniors : Helpful Links

    Helpful links for seniors (older adults)

    Speak Up: Advance Care Planning Quick Guide (Ontario Edition) This booklet will help you and your loved one have discussions about end of life decisions.
    Powers of Attorney This booklet contains the necessary forms to establish property and personal care powers of attorney. Published by the Government of Ontario.
    Powers of Attorney:  Questions and Answers This booklet explains the concept of the power of attorney and provides answers to common questions about its use to legally determine who controls future decisions about your personal care or property.
    Champlain Healthline for Seniors Check out this directory of local programs and services that provide support, health care, recreational and social opportunities for older adults.
    Maintaining Seniors’ Independence Through Home Adaptations: A Self-Assessment Guide This guide can help seniors explore their own unique environment and goals for continued independent living. The self-assessment can help families and caregivers become involved in the discussion and planning.
    The Safe Living Guide: A Guide to Home Safety for Seniors This booklet includes helpful checklists for indoor and outdoor home safety, and introduced topics such as aids to daily living.

     
    Communication This handout explains the types of communication issues that can develop in people with dementia and offers strategies along with vignettes that help to explain how to apply the given communication strategies.
    Family Caregiver Basics: A Practical Guide This website describes the role of the caregiver, its challenges, the emotional aspect of caring, and the surprising benefits of being a caregiver.
    Senior Services The City of Cornwall website offers a number of helpful links for seniors. Find senior-friendly volunteer opportunities, clubs and educational organizations, and information about safety and emergency preparedness.
    A Guide for Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario This 92-page booklet provides a comprehensive list of provincial programs and services that are fundamental to seniors’ well-being. Categories include active living, caregiving, finances, housing, safety and transportation.