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We all must do our part to protect the most vulnerable residents! If you visit LTC homes, keep up to date on the guidelines.
Long-term homes say they are working hard to meet provincial rules
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Administrators at two area long-term care homes say they are focused on the present in the wake of a CBC’s Marketplace report that examined violations at facilities across the province.The ho...Important to know!!Flu season is upon us. Can you tell the difference between symptoms of seasonal influenza (the flu) and COVID-19? Here's what caregivers need to know to limit exposure to either virus and keep aging loved ones as healthy as possible. 👇 👇 bit.ly/3mtnLPD
Don't miss the virtual open house of the Mosque!
Mosque to hold virtual open house Friday
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The Brantford Mosque at 192 Greenwich St. will hold an open house on Friday from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.The eighth annual event will be held virtually because of COVID-19 restrictions.It will be broadc...
Volunteer Recognition
The Volunteer Recognition Program consists of articles highlighting a different volunteer each month who has been integral to the success and growth of the Grand River Council On Aging.
Betty Anne Whitney is the volunteer to be recognized for the month of September.
What We Are All About
Chamber of Commerce Community Builder Nominee
The Grand River Council on Aging was proud to be nominated for the 2020 Chamber of Commerce Community Builder Award. Congratulations to Crossing All Bridges for being the recipient of the award.
To see the video created by Atomic Spark to highlight the contributions the GRCOA makes in the community, CLICK HERE
What’s New!
“Lets Get Moving” in October!
Falls are the leading cause of injury in older adults and can threaten independence. Register for Let’s Stand Strong, October 29 from 10 am to 11:30 am via Zoom. This session will highlight ten tips for preventing falls both inside and outside the home.
Register by October 27
CLICK HERE for more details
Age Friendly Info Hub
Introducing the Age Friendly Info Hub. Information for seniors, families and caregivers. Everything you need to know all in one place.
Check out the Rogers TV Brantlife interview with Lucy Marco, Grand River Council on Aging President, discussing the creation and impact of the Age Friendly Info Hub.
Learn more about what the City is doing to recognize and support Seniors:
Let’s Get Moving at Home Series click here
Digital Inclusion Free Computer classes click here
For Neighbours Helping Neighbours click here
For Healthy Aging Without Walls click here
Call 211 and ask for BuzzMe to engage in friendly conversation and learn about local resources
