All of us need three things; a home to call our own, a community to belong to and the ability to contribute. Greg Shaw found (The International Federation on Ageing) that ageism is widespread in Canada.
“63 per cent of respondents aged 66 or older said they had been treated differently because of their age. Over one in five respondents, furthermore, said they believed older Canadians were a burden on society.
When people are not valued or recognised, their self-perception is impacted and our society is poorer as a result.
We know that Seniors want to be part of the solution and to share their skills and wisdom – they are just waiting to be asked.
Well, we are asking.
Senior Link membership allows you to Use your skills and wisdom to the benefit of other seniors
Here is 4 ways you can get involved
- Propose Topics for discussions that involve seniors
- Help Organize and Run Events
- Provide Services to Seniors
- Promote and Participate Outreach Programs for Seniors. [ day trips, government education, estate planning, etc…]
We acknowledge and apprectiate the value you bring. Share your value with others