Community Resources/Information

Resources for Older Adults

• Hamilton Council on Aging:  An independent group to focus on and address the systemic issues that affect the aging experience, recognizing that some seniors fall through the cracks between existing agencies and government departments.  In this link you will find age friendly information, resources and workshops

• The Advocacy Centre for the Elderly:  ACE is a community legal clinic for low-income seniors across the province. In addition to working on systemic issues that impact many older adults, we also provide direct services to seniors who live in the Greater Toronto Area and meet our eligibility criteria. ACE is the first and oldest legal clinic in Canada to specialize in the legal problems of seniors. We are staffed by experienced lawyers and legal support workers.

• Estate planning and wills:  Learn about estate planning and preparing a will to transfer your property and money to specific people or charities after death.

• Make a power of attorney: Learn about appointing someone you trust to make important financial and health care decisions on your behalf.