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AFC Webinar – To Everything There is a Season: Reflections from Hamilton and Ottawa on Sustaining Social Inclusion Initiatives in the Community
November 20, 2019 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
FreeDescription
“To everything there is a season”
Over the last four years, Hamilton and Ottawa has been engaged in mobilizing their partners to reduce social isolation among older adults in their communities. As the project funding from Employment and Social Development Canada comes to an end, each project is focused on sustaining specific activities partnerships and outcomes. The presenters reflect on concepts of
– Isolation and inclusion
– Universal programs and targeted programs to reduce social isolation among vulnerable populations of seniors (seniors who are low-income, multicultural, at risk for abuse, living in rural communities, living with disabilities, etc.)
– Grassroot and system/policy approaches to sustain the activities and outcomes
– The presentation will conclude with reflections on lessons learned, opportunities and challenges from each community.
Presenter Bios
Bonnie Schroeder
Project Director, Keeping Ottawa Seniors Connected
The Council on Aging of Ottawa
Pat Spadafora
Project Director, Hamilton Seniors Isolation Impact Plan
Hamilton Council on Aging
Webinar Recording
Webinar Resources
Additional Resources:
– [Project] Keeping Ottawa Seniors Connected
– [Report] KOSC Evaluation Report: email Bonnie for a copy at kosc@coaottawa.ca
– [Resource] City of Ottawa Older Adult Plan, 2020-2022
– [Website] United Way East Ontario, Seniors