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2023 Seniors’ Secretariat grant application now open
2023-02-16
Organizations and communities that work to improve the lives of Island seniors can now apply for provincial government funding.
Applications are being accepted for 2023-2024 PEI Seniors’ Secretariat grants until Friday, April 21, 2023. The grants provide up to $5,000 per project to organizations...
Digital literacy event for seniors on February 11
2023-01-30
The Office of Seniors is partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of PEI to hold “Tech N Talk”, a digital literacy event for seniors (65 years of age and older).
Seniors looking for assistance in using email, social media, texting, FaceTime and/or other software or application programs on their...
Seniors recognized for outstanding contributions to Island communities
2022-10-21
Six Island Seniors have been awarded the Senior Islander of the Year for 2022.
The Senior Islanders of the Year Awards celebrate the work of Island seniors in areas like volunteering, artistic achievement, leadership, mentorship, fundraising, community participation and career achievement.
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Seniors’ Grocery Vouchers dated October 6 experiencing issues
2022-10-15
Seniors who received grocery vouchers dated October 6, 2022 through the Senior Grocery Voucher Program, may experience issues with their voucher due to a processing error. This only applies to vouchers printed on October 6, 2022.
Any person who received an electronic grocery voucher by email will...
Call for nominations – Senior Islanders of the Year
2022-07-21
Nominations are being accepted for the annual Senior Islanders of the Year Award.
"This respected award is given to Island seniors who are leaders and mentors in Island communities. These awards are about recognizing and celebrating the significant contributions of Island seniors, through...
Seniors Navigator on-site schedule in locations across PEI
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/seniors-navigator-on-site-schedule-in-locations-across-pei
2022-06-30
The Seniors Navigator assists seniors, near seniors, caregivers and family members of seniors with accessing information on programs, supports, and services.
To book an in-person meeting at a location nearest you call 1-866-770-0588. Walk-in appointments are also welcome during scheduled on-site...
Province launches seniors’ food support program
2022-06-23
Low-income Island seniors age 65 and older who are facing food insecurity due to rising inflation can now register for a one-time grocery card of $100.
Registration will be accepted online at Seniors Food Support Program. Print registration forms are also available online and can be returned to...
Recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
2022-06-15
The abuse and neglect of an older adult can occur anywhere and can happen to anyone. June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), a day to bring attention to the issue of elder abuse and recognize that rights don’t get old.
“We, as a community, benefit from the contributions of older...
Q and A with the Island's new Seniors Navigator – Melanie Melanson
2022-04-14
How would you explain the role of Seniors Navigator to Islanders?
I like to think of the Seniors Navigator role as a “one-stop shop” to assist seniors. I help seniors navigate programs, supports and services through municipal, provincial and federal government departments,...
2022 Seniors’ Secretariat grant application now open
2022-03-10
Organizations and communities that work to improve the lives of Island seniors can now apply for provincial government funding.
Applications are being accepted for 2022-2023 PEI Seniors’ Secretariat grants until May 11, 2022. The grants provide up to $5,000 per project to organizations or groups...