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The Government of Nova Scotia is proud to be a part of this annual publication that supports healthy lifestyles and the independence of Nova Scotia’s seniors. Every day thousands of seniors energize and strengthen their communities through volunteering their time, participating in programs, or sharing with a friend or loved one. This directory is full of valuable information on everything from seniors’ organizations to health and wellness activities, to transportation and housing contacts. All are meant to promote the value and participation of seniors in communities throughout our province. On behalf of all Nova Scotians, I would like to thank all seniors for making such tremendous contributions to our province.

Sincerely,

John Hamm

2 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS A Message from The Honourable Angus MacIsaac Chairperson, Senior Citizens’ Secretariat

In my role as Chairperson of the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat I have had the opportunity to witness and be impressed by the strong model of partnership that has been formed with seniors in Nova Scotia. Throughout the year the Secretariat consults and collaborates with seniors and seniors’ organizations on issues that matter to our aging population. I appreciate receiving your advice in identifying priority areas. I want to acknowledge the many seniors’ organizations that dedicate their time to supporting the interests of seniors. Your knowledge and feedback is invaluable. I hope our 16th edition of Programs for Seniors is of value to you. We are distributing 75,000 copies as well as posting it on the Secretariat’s website. Please feel free to call our staff at 1-800-670-0065 if you have additional questions.

Yours truly,

Angus MacIsaac Chairperson, Senior Citizens’ Secretariat

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 3 Message from the Ministers Message des ministres

Ken Dryden,P.C.,M.P Tony Ianno,P.C.,M.P. Ken Dryden,c.p.,député Tony Ianno,c.p.,député

Message from the Ministers of Canadian seniors and will con- vie dont nous pouvons tous être tinue to work with its partners in all fiers. Beaucoup d’aînés veulent As Minister of Social levels of government and the vol- demeurer actifs et être impliqués Development and Minister of State untary sector to help ensure that the dans des activités sociales au cours (Caregivers and Families), we are needs of seniors are met. de leurs années de retraite. C’est la pleased to congratulate the Nova If you are a senior or know some- raison pour laquelle Scotia Senior Citizens’ Secretariat one who is, we encourage you to Développement social a on the 16th edition of Programs for become familiar with the new edi- lancé tout récemment le pro- Seniors, an important publication tion of Programs for Seniors. gramme Nouveaux Horizons pour for all Nova Scotians. les aînés, qui vise à financer les The Government of Canada rec- Message des ministres projets communautaires qui ognizes the vital role that seniors favorisent le bien-être, l’indépen- play in our society. They have En tant que ministre du dance et la participation des aînés. earned the right to be treated with Développement social et ministre Développement social Canada dignity and enjoy a quality of life d’État (aidants naturels et familles), tient à améliorer la vie des aînés that we can all take pride in. Many il nous fait plaisir d’offrir nos félic- canadiens et il continue de tra- seniors want to remain active and itations au Nova Scotia Senior vailler avec ses partenaires de tous engaged in community life in their Citizens’ Secretariat pour la 16e les ordres de gouvernement et le édition de Programs for Seniors secteur bénévole et communautaire retirement years. That is why 199433 Social Development Canada has (Programmes destinés aux aînés), afin de s’assurer que les besoins recently launched the New une publication importante pour des aînés soient satisfaits. Horizons for Seniors program the tous les citoyens de la Nouvelle- Si vous êtes un aimés ou si vous purpose of which is to fund com- Écosse. en connaissez un, nous vous munity-based projects that promote Le gouvernement du Canada encourageons à vous familiariser the well-being, independence and reconnaît le rôle vital que les aînés avec la nouvelle édition de participation of seniors. jouent dans notre société. Ils ont Programs for Seniors Social Development Canada is acquis le droit d’être traités avec (Programmes destinés aux aînés). committed to improving the lives dignité et de jouir d’une qualité de Thank You Getting Older … Through our T ask For completed 34 lively ce on Aging initiative, we , informative meetings across the Getting Ready province between October 25 and December 3, 2004. I was pleased to have had the opportunity to renew old friendships and reconnect with so many dedicated volunteers and professionals in the field of aging. A sincere thank you to the nearly 1,000 individuals and organizations who contributed to the consultation process by attending public meetings, sending in written responses and participating in focus groups. Y insights and experiences have contributed greatly to the our creation of a comprehensive strategy that identifies the vision, principles, goals, and societal actions necessar for meeting the needs of seniors and seizing the oppor y tunities associated with an aging population. - A special thank you to the Royal Canadian Legion for providing space for our many meetings, and to our Community Ambassadors who helped promote the public meetings and welcomed the T community. ask Force to their Valerie White, Executive Director of the Senior Sincerely, Citizens’ Secretariat, chairs a public meeting on the Task Force on Aging.

For more information, visit our web site at www.gov.ns.ca/scs/ or phone: (902) 424-0065 (Metro) or 1-800-670-0065 (toll-free)

Mainstage Entertainment: Army Boots and Salutes A Big Band tribute to the men and women who served our country during World War II

Friday, June 10 and Saturday, June 11, 2005 Exhibition Park, Halifax

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 5 Personal Information New Listings

Name: At Your Service website ...... 31 Address: Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia . . .124 Postal Code: Cape Breton Seniors’ Telephone: Community Learning Network ...... 50 Social Insurance: Chiropractors ...... 115 Nova Scotia Health Card: Compassionate Care Benefit ...... 121 Dance Nova Scotia ...... 39

Name, address and telephone number of: Delicious Deliveries ...... 111 Relative: Dignity by Design ...... 113 Friend: Friends of the Family Estate Services . . . . .121 Doctor: Italian-Canadian Golden Age Senior Group 25 Lawyer: M&M Meat Shops ...... 112 Clergy: New Horizons for Seniors ...... 29 Other: Occupational Therapists ...... 116 Other telephone numbers: Preventing Falls ...... 106 Seniors’ Information: 1-800-670-0065 Problem Gambling Help Line ...... 32 Home Care: 1-800-225-7225 Seniors Mental Health Service ...... 104 Long-Term Care: 1-800-225-7225 Seniors Policies and Programs Database . . .31 Local Pharmacy: Service for Seniors Emergency numbers: (a new income tax filing system) ...... 65 Ambulance, Police, Fire: 911 Volunteer Visiting Program ...... 110 Help Line: Hospital: On the Cover: Poison Control: Left: Four Generations: George Paul of Eskasoni took this portrait of his grandmother, mother, sister, daughter and two nieces. When calling 911 say: Top right: Nova Scotia was well-represented at the “This is an emergency!” Canada Senior Games in Whitehorse in 2004. Tell the operator where help is needed Centre right: D-Day veterans received a standing ovation and try to give the exact location at Province House, May 5, 2004. Photo by Shirley Robb. of the emergency, if possible. Lower right: Doris Evans of Dartmouth received the 2004 Remarkable Seniors Award in the Volunteer category.

6 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Frequently Called Numbers

Birth, Marriage and Death Certificates ...... 1-877-848-2578 College of Physicians and Surgeons (NS) ...... (902) 422 5823 Continuing Care Services ...... 1-800-225-7225 • Home Care • Long-Term Care • Adult Protection Doctors Nova Scotia ...... (902) 468-1866 General Enquiries (Federal) ...... 1-800-622-6232 GST Refunds ...... 1-800-959-1953 Income Tax (Personal Tax and Volunteer Clinics) ...... 1-800-959-8281 Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) ...... 1-800-565-7189 Legal Information Society ...... (902) 454-2198 MSI ...... 1-800-563-8880 OAS/GIS and CPP ...... (English): 1-800-277-9914 ...... (Français): 1-800-277-9915 Pharmacare Program ...... 1-800-544-6191 Property Tax Rebate ...... 1-877-296-9338 Provincial Tax Information ...... (902) 424-6300 Public Enquiries (Nova Scotia) ...... 1-800-670-4357 ...... (902)-434-5200 • General Information • Consumer Information and Complaints • Access Nova Scotia • Debtor Assistance • Residential Tenancies and Condominiums Senior Citizens’ Secretariat ...... 1-800-670-0065 (902) 424-0065 Seniors’ Safe Driving Discount Program ...... 1-800-898-7668 ...... (902) 424-5851 Superannuation Plans ...... (Provincial): (902) 424-5070 ...... (Federal): 1-800-561-7930

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You may also find what you’re looking for in the Alphabetical Index on page 130. A Message from Premier John F. Hamm ...... 2 A Message from the Chairperson, The Honourable Angus MacIsaac ...... 3 A Message from the Federal Ministers ...... 4 Personal Information ...... 6 New Listings ...... 6 Frequently Called Numbers ...... 7 Nova Scotia Senior Citizens’ Secretariat ...... 12 Seniors’ Organizations in Nova Scotia ...... 14 Nova Scotia Seniors’ Organizations — Group of IX ...... 14 Seniors Councils, Clubs, and Centres ...... 18 Other Nova Scotia Seniors’ Organizations ...... 25 Special Recognition for Seniors ...... 27 Federal Government (Aging and Seniors) ...... 28 National Seniors’ Organizations ...... 29 Information and Referral ...... 30 Seniors’ Information Services ...... 30 Help Lines ...... 31 Provincial Government Information ...... 32 Federal Government Information ...... 32 Resources for Newcomer Seniors ...... 32 Resources for Senior Women ...... 33 Resources for Seniors with Disabilities ...... 33 Active Living, Recreation and Sport ...... 36 Sport and Recreation ...... 36 Active Living ...... 40 Leisure and Hobbies ...... 44 Expositions ...... 44 Volunteer Activities ...... 45 Travel ...... 45 Life-long Learning Opportunities ...... 47 Libraries ...... 47 Gerontology Programs ...... 48 Community Learning Networks ...... 48 University and Community College Courses for Seniors ...... 48 Other Seniors’ Programs ...... 50 Computers and the Internet ...... 50

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Employment ...... 52 Transportation ...... 52 Gas and Service Stations ...... 52 Licences and Safe Driving ...... 53 Public Transportation Regional Services ...... 54 Transportation Services by Area/County ...... 55 Shuttle Services ...... 59 Federal Retirement Income Programs ...... 59 Old Age Security Program and Canada Pension Plan ...... 59 Veterans Affairs Canada ...... 62 Veterans Independence Program (VIP) ...... 62 Provincial Financial Aid Programs ...... 62 Property Tax Rebate Program ...... 62 Seniors’ Special Assistance ...... 63 Vital Statistics and Proof of Age ...... 63 Taxes ...... 65 Legal Matters ...... 66 Human Rights ...... 72 Consumer Information and Complaints ...... 72 Insurance ...... 74 Elder Abuse ...... 75 Safety and Fraud Prevention ...... 76 RCMP Seniors’ Safety Program ...... 77 Telephone Contact Programs ...... 78 Personal Emergency Response Systems ...... 78 Emergency Medical Information ...... 79 Nova Scotia Emergency Measures Organization ...... 79 Housing ...... 80 Housing and Care Options for Seniors ...... 80 Assisted Living Facilities ...... 83 Housing Services, Department of Community Services ...... 84 Home Improvement Grants and Loans ...... 86 Home Maintenance ...... 88 Provincial Health Services ...... 88 Nova Scotia’s Health Care System ...... 88 Office of Health Promotion ...... 89 Nova Scotia Department of Health ...... 89 District Health Authorities and Community Health Boards ...... 89

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Nova Scotia Health Insurance ...... 90 Ambulance Services ...... 91 Seniors’ Pharmacare Program ...... 92 Private Health Insurance ...... 95 Continuing Care Services ...... 95 Home Care ...... 95 Long-Term Care ...... 97 Protecting Vulnerable Adults ...... 102 Public Health Services ...... 102 Addiction Services ...... 103 Mental Health Services ...... 104 Preventing Falls ...... 105 Specialized Health Programs for Seniors ...... 106 Accommodations for Health Care Patients and Visitors ...... 107 Health Screening Programs ...... 108 Services for Frail, Disabled, or Homebound Seniors ...... 109 Adult Day Programs ...... 109 Volunteer Visiting Programs ...... 110 In-Home and Community Meal Programs ...... 110 Health Equipment and Supplies ...... 112 Adaptive Clothing ...... 113 Private Home Care and Home Support Services ...... 114 Health Professionals and Services ...... 115 In-Home Services ...... 117 Caregiver Support ...... 119 Respite Care ...... 119 Palliative Care and Estate Planning ...... 120 Health-Related Organizations ...... 123 Professional Associations ...... 129 Give us your comments ...... 129 Alphabetical Index ...... 130 Programs for Seniors Advertisers ...... 136

Questions About Programs and Services for Seniors? Call the Seniors’ Information Line at the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat. Phone: 424-0065 or 1-800-670-0065.

10 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS 199371 Seniors’ Information Line Nova Scotia To obtain information on programs and Senior Citizens’ services for seniors or discuss any concerns you may have, call the Secretariat from any- Secretariat where in Nova Scotia, at no charge to you. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, The Nova Scotia Senior Citizens’ Secretariat, except holidays. An answering machine chaired by the Honourable Angus MacIsaac, records messages left after hours and staff Minister of Health, is the central resource for respond to them the next working day. Nova Scotia’s seniors. Its mission is to Phone: (902) 424-0065 coordinate the planning and development of Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 policies, programs, and services for seniors. To fulfill its mission, the Secretariat seeks the Information Resource Centre input of seniors and works closely with other Visit the Secretariat’s Information Resource government departments and agencies. It also Centre where you can browse through or provides resource materials and information borrow the latest publications on aging. The about aging in Nova Scotia. collection includes journals, books, magazines, The Ministers of the Secretariat are: newspapers, newsletters, videos, and pamphlets. Honourable Angus MacIsaac The centre is located on the 4th Floor, Dennis Minister of Health, Chair of the Building, 1740 Granville Street, Halifax. Nova Scotia Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Honourable E-mail: [email protected] Minister of Community Services Website: www.gov.ns.ca/scs Honourable Nova Scotia Seniors’ Minister of Service Nova Scotia and Art and Photo Gallery Municipal Relations If you’re an artist or photographer aged 50+, Honourable consider displaying and selling your work at Minister of Education the Seniors’ Art and Photo Gallery, located at Honourable Rodney MacDonald the World Trade and Convention Centre. See Minister of Health Promotion, Minister of page 44 for more information. Tourism, Culture and Heritage.

Questions About Programs and Services for Seniors? Call the Seniors’ Information Line at the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat. Phone: 424-0065 or 1-800-670-0065.

12 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS 50+ Expo: Life is interest in aging. Your letters, articles, and What You Make It items of interest are welcome. 50+ Expo is a consumer trade show Directory of Senior Citizens’ Councils, and exhibition for the 50+ crowd and their Clubs, Centres, and Organizations: families. Plan to attend this year’s expo, June 10 Contains the latest contact information for and 11, 2005, at Exhibition Park, in Halifax. these active seniors’ organizations. Publications For more information, contact: Contact the Secretariat for copies of the Valerie J. White, Executive Director following publications, or download them (902) 424-6322 from the Secretariat’s website. Heather Praught, Coordinator Programs for Seniors: You’re reading this (902) 424-4649 informative directory now! To suggest Stephen Coyle, Research/Policy Analyst additions, place an ad, or request additional (902) 424-4735 copies, contact the Secretariat. Mary Boutilier, Administrative Assistant A Statistical Profile of Nova Scotia Seniors: (902) 424-4737 This publication covers a range of topics from Jane Mayer, Project Officer education and health to leisure and finances. (902) 424-5874 Facts, graphs, and statistics help paint a clear Jane Phillips, Librarian picture of the 65+ population. Population (902) 424-4710 projections provide insight into the future as our population ages. Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Elder Abuse: This pamphlet gives a basic 1740 Granville Street, 4th Floor introduction to the seriousness of elder abuse. It PO Box 2065, Halifax, NS B3J 2Z1 provides definitions, terminology, and instruc- Phone: (902) 424-0065 tion about what to do if abuse is suspected. Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 Newsletter: This quarterly publication E-mail: [email protected] provides helpful advice and information for Website: www.gov.ns.ca/scs seniors, their families, and those with an

For information or assistance

Mayor Peter J. Kelly Halifax Regional Municipality 1 1 Tel: 490-4010 Fax: 490-4012 1991 Email: [email protected]

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• Royal Canadian Legion, Seniors’ Organizations Nova Scotia/Nunavut Command (RCL) in Nova Scotia • Regroupement des Aînées et Aînés de la Nouvelle-Écosse (RANE) • Retired Teachers Association Nova Scotia Seniors’ of Nova Scotia (RTA) Organizations: Group of IX Organizations represented by the Group of IX are affiliated with national bodies that meet The Ministers and staff of the Senior Citizens’ with the Government of Canada through the Secretariat consult in a variety of ways with Congress of National Seniors Organizations, a seniors and retired Nova Scotians. Methods of national forum. consultation include the Secretariat’s Fall and For more information, contact: Spring Consultations with seniors councils, Phil Hughes, Chairperson, Group of IX seniors centres, and related agencies. Regular 57 Willowdale Lane meetings are also held with the Group of IX Antigonish, NS B2G 2J1 Seniors’ Organizations, an advisory group to Phone: (902) 863-6185 the Secretariat on seniors’ issues. E-mail: [email protected] The Group of IX is independent of government. It may consult with other organizations and Canada’s Association for the special interest groups in an effort to be fully Fifty-Plus (CARP) informed and representative of the senior pop- CARP promotes the rights and quality of life of ulation of Nova Scotia. The Group of IX pro- mature Canadians (50 and older). vides advice to the Minister of Health on mat- It develops practical recommendations on a ters such as Pharmacare and continuing care. variety of issues, including an integrated health Organizations whose elected representatives care system, the new face of retirement, agism, form the Group of IX are: successful aging, retirement income, and envi- • Canada’s Association for the Fifty-Plus ronment. CARP is a non-profit association and (CARP) does not receive government operating funds. • Canadian Pensioners Concerned, Membership fee is $19.95 per year Nova Scotia (CPC) ($49.95 for three years), including spouses. • Federal Superannuates National Association, Members can save on products and services Nova Scotia Region (FSNA) and receive the magazine CARP News 50+, • Federation of Senior Citizens mailed to members six times per year. and Pensioners (FSCP) For more information, contact: • Gerontology Association of Nova Scotia Redvers F. Cainey, Representative (NS and PEI) (GANS) 26 Millwood Drive Sackville, NS B4E 2V3 • Nova Scotia Government Retired Employees Association (NSGREA) Phone: (902) 864-7407 Toll-free: 1-800-363-9736

14 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Canadian Pensioners Concerned For more information, contact: Nova Scotia (CPC) Paul A. Cadeau, Regional Director, Nova Scotia 2 Griffin Place CPC addresses issues affecting older Nova Dartmouth, NS B2V 2N5 Scotians, their families, and caregivers. Issues include: housing, pensions and finances, health Phone: (902) 462-8278 care, abuse, legal concerns, transportation, and E-mail: [email protected] other issues. Anyone over 18 years of age can or join and attend the monthly meetings. Bob Bachynsky The organization’s ongoing activities include Deputy Regional Director, Nova Scotia researching and preparing briefs, reports, and 48 Thompson Avenue educational materials; communicating with Sydney, NS B1S 1L1 government and networking with other orga- Phone: (902) 567-2456 nizations; taking part in conferences and E-mail:[email protected] meetings; sponsoring and implementing or projects; hosting forums and workshops; and Federal Superannuates National Association providing information on numerous topics 1052 St. Laurent Boulevard that are of interest to the public. Ottawa, ON K1K 3B4 You can also order publications from CPC on Phone: (613) 745-2559 topics ranging from elder abuse to advanced E-mail: [email protected] health-care directives and other related issues. Website:www.fsna.com For more information, contact: Federation of Senior Citizens and Joan Lay, President CPC Pensioners of Nova Scotia (FSCPNS) 7071 Bayers Road, Box 22084 Halifax, NS B3L 4T7 This organization is composed of seniors’ clubs and councils. It monitors seniors’ programs, Phone: (902) 477-5151 services, and benefits. It also advocates for E-mail: [email protected] their maintenance and works closely with the Website: www3.ns.sympatico.ca/cpc eight other major seniors’ organizations and Federal Superannuates the Nova Scotia Senior Citizens’ Secretariat. National Association (FSNA) Federal Superannuates FSNA advances, promotes, and protects the inter- National Association ests of those who have retired from the federal Serving retirees of the public service, armed forces, the Royal Canadian • Federal Government Mounted Police, and the Federal Judiciary. FSNA • Canadian Forces is recognized by governments, national unions, • Royal Canadian Mounted Police • Federal Judiciary and staff associations as the voice for federal superannuates. Federal superannuates who have For Local Branch Information Contact: Paul Cadeau, Regional Director, Nova Scotia questions about their pensions, may call 2 Griffin Place, Dartmouth, NS B2V 2N5 1-800-561-7930 for information. Tel: (902) 462-8278

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 15 199368 For more information, contact: Nova Scotia Government Retired Murray Covert, President Employees Association (NSGREA) RR#2, Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 NSGREA is dedicated to the well-being and com- Phone: (902) 532-2660 fort of pensioned, former employees of the Nova or Scotia Government. It serves as an advocate, Edda Ferguson, Secretary helping to oppose restrictions or reductions by 201-25 Windsor Way provincial and federal governments on pension Truro, NS B2N 6Z5 benefits. NSGREA has grown to 2,800 members Phone: (902) 893-1561 since it was founded 14 years ago. All recipients of Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Gerontology Association Allowance may join. Annual dues are $20. of Nova Scotia (GANS) For more information, contact: Bernie LaRusic, President GANS is an organization with representation 477 Cobequid Road, Unit 2 from seniors, professionals, individuals, and Phone/Fax: (902) 562-1901 organizations. It offers opportunities for Toll-free: 1-800-677-8666 individuals and organizations to meet and E-mail: [email protected] share their concerns about aging and Website: www.nsgrea.ca supports gerontological research in the province. Activities include: workshops, or educational seminars, student scholarship, Sharon Braine, Membership Secretary educational symposium, and a newsletter. Phone: (902) 865-5050 LinkAGES: Nova Scotia Retired Teachers www.communityzero.com Association (NSRTA) This user-friendly, up-to-date, interactive web- NSRTA is an association of the Nova Scotia site is for and about older Nova Scotians. It Teachers Union. Its mission is to maintain features the latest information on issues such contact with retired teachers, to stay informed as health, aging, and social services. Users can about educational matters, and to take part in sign on to share insight and views on various helping to improve the quality of life for concerns through current opinion polls and children and colleagues. All former educators online discussion groups. in receipt of a teachers pension are eligible for For more information, contact: membership. Membership fee: $10 per year. Nila M. Ipson, Vice-President For more information, contact: PO Box 952 Halifax Central Walter Farmer, President Halifax, NS B3J 2V9 163 Highway #2 Phone: (902) 494-3391 Enfield, NS B2T 1C8 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (902) 883-7343 Website: www.communityzero.com/linkages or Debby Savoie, Nova Scotia Teachers Union Toll-free: 1-800-565-6788

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 17 Regroupement des Aînées et responsibility for continuing Remembrance in Aînés de la Nouvelle-Écosse Canada. The Legion also focuses on obtaining adequate pensions and other well-earned Cette association est née lors d’un colloque benefits for Veterans and their dependants. tenu les 26 et 27 octobre 1994 à Halifax. Canadian citizens or Commonwealth subjects Les buts du Regroupement sont : of federal voting age may be eligible for Legion • de promouvoir les intérêts généraux et membership in one of the following three particuliers de la population aînée acadienne categories: ordinary, associate, or affiliate. et francophone de le Nouvelle-Écosse For more information, contact: • d’assurer l’épanouissement de cette The Service Officer of your nearest Legion population branch, • d’être le porte-parole autorisé de cette or population. Royal Canadian Legion Le Regroupement se penche sur des sujets et Nova Scotia/Nunavut Command Officer domaines qui touchent particulièrement les 5621 Rainnie Drive aînées tels que les pensions, les soins à domicile, PO Box 9075, Station A la santé, etc. En plus, il organise des activités Halifax, NS B3K 5M7 sociales provinciales différentes de celles des Phone: (902) 429-2993 clubs locaux telles que des conférences, des projets de collaboration et des ateliers à l’échelle provinciale. Seniors Councils, Clubs, Le Regroupement compte plus de 400 and Centres membres répartis dans les sept régions acadiennnes de la Nouvelle-Écosse. Le Conseil Directory of Senior Citizens’ d’administration du Regroupement est composé Councils, Clubs, Centres, and de représentant venant de chaque région. Pour Organizations de plus amples renseignements au sujet des The directory provides contact information activités du Regroupement ou pour devenir for all seniors’ councils, clubs, centres, and membre, n’hésitez pas à communiquer avec le organizations in the province. Copies are bureau du Regroupement au (902) 433-0860. available from the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Pour obtenir plus de details téléphoner: at 1-800-670-0065. Blair Boudreau, Président PO Box 332 Seniors’ Councils and Clubs Wedgeport, NS B0W 2B0 Approximately 19 seniors’ councils and over Téléphone: (902) 663-2633 200 seniors’ clubs are active in Nova Scotia. Couriel: [email protected] Clubs offer a wide variety of programs and social events for local seniors. Councils are Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) comprised of representatives from each The Legion is a non-profit, dues-supported seniors’ club. They serve as a forum for sharing organization which assumes a major information and addressing local seniors’

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issues. Representatives of the seniors’ councils Cumberland County Senior Citizens’ Council meet with the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat at Marion Dotten, President least twice a year. RR#1, Wallace, NS B0K 1Y0 For a list of seniors’ clubs in your area, contact Phone: (902) 257-2349 your local seniors’ council, or the Senior Dartmouth Senior Citizens’ Council Citizens’ Secretariat at 1-800-670-0065. Leo Poirier, President Seniors’ Councils 1 Alderney Drive, #301 Annapolis County Senior Citizens’ Council Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4A7 Murray Covert, President Phone: (902) 469-3907 RR#2 Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 Digby County Senior Citizen’s Council Phone: (902) 532-2660 Jeanette Saulnier, Contact Box 2890, RR#1 Antigonish-Guysborough Yarmouth, NS B5A 4A5 Senior Citizens’ Council #63 Marie Kelly, President Phone: (902) 649-2596 17 North Shamrock Acres Halifax County Seniors’ Council (Zone 15) Antigonish, NS B2G 1C9 Patricia Murchy, President Phone: (902) 863-0828 526 Conrod Road, RR #5 Middle Musquodoboit, NS B0N 1X0 Cape Breton Senior Citizens’ Council Nelson Muise, President Phone: (902) 384-2454 271 Cabot Street Halifax Seniors’ Council Sydney, NS B1P 4E7 Pat MacLellan, President Phone: (902) 539-9767 188 Northcliff Drive Hatchett Lake, NS B3T 1S8 Colchester/East Hants Seniors’ Council Vince De Adder, President Phone: (902) 852-4297 RR#1, Debert, NS B0M 1G0 Phone: (902) 662-2536

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 19 Hants County Senior Citizens’ Council Lunenburg County Senior Citizens’ Council Vivian MacMillan, President Jack O’Connell, President 44 Underwood Drive, Box 427 PO Box 114 Windsor, NS B0N 2T0 Chester, NS B0J 1J0 Phone: (902) 798-4913 Phone: (902) 275-3359

Inverness/Victoria 63A Council Senior Citizens’ Council Mary Fleck, President Betty Cooke, President PO Box 575 Site 7, Box 1, RR#1 Margaree Forks, NS B0E 2A0 Trenton, NS B0K 1X0 Phone: (902) 248-2838 Phone: (902) 752-7280

Kings County Senior Citizens’ Council Queens County Erle Dolsen, Secretary Geraldine Ramey, Contact PO Box 103 30 Belmont Drive Auburn, NS B0P 1A0 Bridgewater, NS B4V 4E5 Phone: (902) 847-9748 Phone: (902) 543-6903

Richmond County Senior Citizens’ Council This fall, get your flu shot! Joseph MacPhee, President RR#2 St. Peters, NS B0E 3B0 "EACTIVE EVERYDAY YOURWAY !GE IS NO BARRIER

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20 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Sackville Seniors’ Advisory Council Phone: (902) 424-7770 Jackie Cajolais, Contact Toll-free: 1-800-225-8227 45 Connolly Street E-mail: [email protected] Lower Sackville, NS B4E 1S6 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr Phone: (902) 864-5591 Seniors’ Centres Shelburne Senior Citizens’ Council Seniors’ centres are places where older people Evelyn Crowell, Secretary can meet one another, participate in activities, Site 2, Box 1, Comp. 2 and receive services. Contact your local seniors’ Baccaro, NS B0W 1C0 centre for a complete listing of its activities. Phone: (902) 768-2282 Metro Region Yarmouth County Senior Citizens’ Council Bloomfield Centre Phyllis Cottreau, President 2786 Agricola Street PO Box 492 Halifax, NS B3K 4E1 Lower Wedgeport, NS B0W 2B0 Phone: (902) 490-4629 Phone: (902) 663-2827 Volunteer: Matt Kerrigan Association of Halifax Dartmouth Seniors’ Service Centre Regional Seniors’ Councils 45 Ochterloney Street This association is made up of representatives Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4M7 from seniors’ councils in the Halifax Regional Phone: (902) 465-5578 Municipality. Its members organize workshops Contact: David Camp and seminars, exchange information between Northwood Community Centre councils, and maintain contact with seniors’ 2615 Northwood Terrace clubs in the metro area. Halifax, NS B3K 3S5 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 454-3351 Inez MacKenzie, Chairperson Staff: Pauline Doucet-Scott 22525 Main Rockingham Community Centre Sheet Harbour, NS B0J 3B0 199 Bedford Highway Phone: (902) 469-3907 Halifax, NS B3M 2J9 Societies’ Act Phone: (902) 490-4686 Staff: Selina Cajolais Seniors’ clubs, councils, and other organizations may become incorporated under the Societies’ Sackville Seniors’ Advisory Council Act for a $35 fee. 45 Connolly Road For more information, contact: Lower Sackville, NS B4E 1S6 Registry of Joint Stock Companies Phone: (902) 864-5591 9 North, Maritime Centre Staff: Jackie Cajolais 1505 Barrington Street PO Box 1529 Halifax, NS B3J 2Y4 SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 21 199372 Spencer House Truro VON Adult Day Program 5596 Morris Street Johnson Manor Halifax, NS B3J 1C2 30 Duke Street, Suite 5 Phone: (902) 421-6131 Truro, NS B2N 2A2 Staff: Deborah Dostal Phone: (902) 893-3803 Spryfield Senior Centre Contact: Mona Teed 16 Denith Road, Box 41 Valley View Villa Seniors Outreach Halifax, NS B3R 2H9 RR#1, Stellarton, NS B0K 1S0 Phone: (902) 477-5678 Phone: (902) 752-8400 President: Charlie Martin Staff: Sharon Purvis Cape Breton Region Valley Region Fortress Club Berwick and Area Senior Citizens’ Centre 7394 Main Street Main Street Louisbourg, NS B1C 1P5 Berwick, NS B0P 1E0 Phone: (902) 733-2041 Phone: (902) 538-7246 Contact: Iris Stevens L.A.M.P. Steelworkers and Sydney Pensioners Club PO Box 427 30 Inglis Street Windsor, NS B0N 2T0 Sydney, NS B1P 6H2 Phone: (902) 798-4913 Phone: (902) 539-8000 Contact: Vivian MacMillan North Shore Region South Shore Region Club 60 Bridgewater Senior Citizens’ Club PO Box 1012 123A Empire Avenue Antigonish, NS B2G 2L3 Bridgewater, NS B4V 2L9 Phone: (902) 863-3649 Phone: (902) 543-7916 Greenfield Oldsters Contact: Herbert Ritcey Melrose Loyalist Senior Club Guysborough County, NS B0H 1E0 Mowatt Street North Phone: (902) 833-2524 Shelburne, NS B0T 1W0 Contact: Alice Sutherland Phone: (902) 875-3998 Pictou County Contact: Phyllis Seaboyer New Horizons Seniors’ Centre Sunnyside Senior Centre Front Street (Old Train Station) RR#3, Chester Basin, NS B0J 1K0 Pictou, NS B0K 1H0 Phone: (902) 275-4074 Phone: (902) 485-5538 Contact: Shirley Morrison President: Thomas E. Dort

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 23 Western Region Phone: (902) 762-2452 Bear River New Horizons Centre Contact: Lucille M. T. D’Entrement Bear River, NS B0S 1B0 Tiverton Super Seniors Phone: (902) 467-3025 Tiverton Contact: Thelma Buckler Long Island, NS B0V 1G0 Phone: (902) 839-2738 Freeport Super Seniors Contact: Bertha Ruggles Freeport, Digby County, NS B0V 1B0 Phone: (902) 839-2974 Westport Super Seniors Contact: Gertrude Thurber Westport, Brier Island, NS B0V 1H0 Phone: (902) 839-2052 Les Femmes Acadienne de Clare Contact: Connie Bisson PO Box 31 Saulnierville, NS B0W 2Z0 Yarmouth Golden Age Club Phone: (902) 769-2471 14 Second Street Contact: Edith Comeau-Tufts c/o 2-67 Pleasant Street Yarmouth, NS B5A 2T3 Nouveaux Horizons de la Baronnie Phone: (902) 742-2925 Fire Hall Contact: Mary Power West Pubnico, NS B0W 2M0

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24 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Other Nova Scotia Italian-Canadian Seniors’ Organizations Golden Age Senior Group This group meets socially on a weekly basis Community Links and focuses on organizing recreational, cultural, and fund-raising activities at the Community Links is a provincial voluntary Italian-Canadian Cultural Association of Nova organization with a membership of 190 mainly Scotia Centre in Halifax. senior and senior serving organizations. It works to promote healthy communities and to improve Throughout the year members and guests have the quality of life for seniors and others in rural the opportunity to attend presentations on vari- Nova Scotia through community development ous topics such as health issues, social benefits, and volunteer action. Current projects include: literacy/computers, and investment planning. Preventing Falls Together; the Rural Volunteers For more information, contact: Project; and Rural Seniors Influencing Policy on Italian-Canadian Cultural Association Transportation. It is also the co-host, with of Nova Scotia Recreation Nova Scotia, for the Nova Scotia 2629 Agricola Street Network of the Canada Volunteerism Initiative. PO Box 9044, Station A For more information, contact: Halifax, NS B3K 5M7 Sandra Murphy, Provincial Coordinator Phone: (902) 453-5327 PO Box 29103 e-mail: [email protected] Halifax, NS B3L 4T8 Indo-Canadian Senior Group Phone: (902) 454-8141 of Nova Scotia E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.nscommunitylinks.ca This group teaches skills, fitness and languages, and organizes recreational, cultural, and fund- Grandparents’ Rights for raising activities. You can attend presentations Nova Scotia Association on a variety of topics including health issues, investments, insurance, estate planning, literacy, This association is committed to raising public social benefits, exercise, and meditation. The awareness about the important issue of grand- group meets regularly in Bloomfield Centre, parents rights and creating widespread support Halifax. for the relationship between children and grandparents, to make the life cycle complete. For more information, contact: Dr. Inder N. Bhatia For more information, contact: 100-61, Nelson’s Landing Boulevard Pauline Glenn, President Bedford, NS B4A 3X3 RR2, Malagash, NS B0K 1E0 Phone: (902) 835-2457 Phone: (902) 257-2974 or Merrie Mills, Secretary C509, 5561 Heatherwood Court Halifax, NS B3K 5M7 Phone: (902) 454-7213

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 25 Nova Scotia Centre on Aging, Dr. F.R. MacKinnon Mount Saint Vincent University Endowment Fund The Centre provides education, research, and This fund, associated with the Centre on outreach in the field of aging. One of its focus Aging, is dedicated to establishing standards of areas is caregiving to family members. You can excellence in age-related issues. Projects funded also use the Caregiver Resource Library, located include: research, continuing education, at the Centre, on Tuesday and Thursday community outreach, and consultation. afternoons from 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm. Contributions are accepted as charitable For more information, contact: donations. To contribute to the fund, please Cathy Crouse, Executive Director make your cheque payable to Mount Saint Nova Scotia Centre on Aging Vincent University, and send it to: Mount Saint Vincent University Dr. F. R. MacKinnon Endowment Fund 166 Bedford Highway c/o Development Office Halifax, NS B3M 2J6 Mount Saint Vincent University Phone: (902) 457-6546 Halifax, NS B3M 2J6 Website: www.msvu.ca For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 457-6546

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26 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS in 2002, the award encourages excellence by Special Recognition recognizing Nova Scotians for outstanding contributions or achievements. If you know for Seniors someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the cultural life or the social or Congratulatory Messages economic well-being of our province, you The Nova Scotia government’s Protocol Office should consider nominating him or her for the offers a congratulatory message service from Order of Nova Scotia. The Protocol Office the to Nova Scotians accepts nominations throughout the year and celebrating 25+ anniversaries and 65+ birthdays, the deadline for consideration is the third in five year intervals. The Protocol Office will Friday in March. also, if requested, contact the following offices: For more information, contact: • The Queen Protocol Office, One Government Place (60th anniversaries, 100th birthdays only) 1700 Granville Street • Governor General Halifax, NS B3J 1X5 (90+ birthdays, 50+ anniversaries) Phone: (902) 424-4463 • Prime Minister E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.gov.ns.ca/prot • Lieutenant Governor (80+ birthdays, 50+ anniversaries) • Member of Parliament • Member of the Legislative Assembly Requests should be submitted at least six weeks in advance of the celebration, with the exception of the Queen, who requires eight weeks advance notice. Her office also requires proof of age or marriage. For more information, contact: Certificate Coordinator Protocol Office, One Government Place 1700 Granville Street Halifax, NS B3J 2Y3 Phone: (902) 424-4463 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/prot Order of Nova Scotia The Order of Nova Scotia is the highest honour of the Province of Nova Scotia.

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 27 Remarkable Senior Awards Phone: (613) 952-7606 E-mail: [email protected] seniors@ The Remarkable Senior Awards are presented phac-aspc.gc.ca annually at the 50+ Expo. You can nominate Website: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/seniors-aines an individual aged 50+ who has made an out- www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/seniors-aines standing contribution to the province of Nova Scotia in the areas of either Community Service, National Advisory Council Volunteerism, or Leadership. The awards will be presented on Saturday, June 11th, 2005, at on Aging (NACA) Exhibition Park in Halifax. NACA assists and advises the federal Minister of A remarkable male and female will win in each Health on issues related to aging and the quality category and nominations of husband and of life of seniors. It publishes reports and a wife teams are accepted. The Secretariat quarterly bulletin, Expression, on issues of gen- accepts nominations throughout the year and eral interest to Canadian seniors. NACA mem- forms are available from the office. The bers are appointed for two or three-year terms. nomination deadline is April 8th, 2005. For more information, contact: For more information, contact: National Advisory Council on Aging Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Address Locator 1908A1 (See page 13 for contact information) Ottawa, ON K1A 1B4 Phone: (613) 957-1968 E-mail: [email protected] Federal Government: Website: www.naca.ca or Aging and Seniors Mary Cooley NACA Representative, Nova Scotia Division of Aging and Seniors, 7165 Quinpool Road, #401 Public Health Agency of Canada Halifax, NS B3L 1C7 The Division of Aging and Seniors acts as a Phone: (902) 454-8996 central point for information at the federal E-mail: [email protected] government level, providing expertise, research and publications on issues related to Public Health Agency of Canada healthy aging in collaboration with partners The agency’s Population Health Fund supports and stakeholders. The Division serves as projects aimed at maintaining and improving Secretariat for the National Advisory Council the health of Canadians. The Fund was created on Aging. to increase community capacity for action on For more information, contact: or across the determinants of health. Time Division of Aging and Seniors limited projects facilitate joint planning and Public Health Agency of Canada coordinated actions among voluntary organi- Address Locator 1908A1 zations, service providers, governments, and Ottawa, ON K1A 1B4 the private sector to improve population health.

28 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS For more information, contact: By mail: Population and Public Health Nova Scotia New Horizons for Seniors Program Public Health Agency of Canada Social Development Canada Atlantic Region Metropolitan Place, 6th Floor 1505 Barrington Street, Suite 1525 99 Wyse Road, PO Box 1350 Halifax, NS B3J 3Y6 Dartmouth NS B2Y 4B9 Phone: (902) 426-1536 By e-mail: Website: www.pph-atlantic.ca From this website: www.phacaspc.gc.ca/canada/ English: www.sdc.gc.ca/asp/contact/ regions/atlantic/ contact_us.asp#E_mail Français: www.sdc.gc.ca/ New Horizons for Seniors Seniors’ Guide to Federal This program, launched by Social Development Programs and Services Canada in October 2004, provides funding for community-based projects across Canada. It This directory provides seniors with information supports local projects that help seniors partic- on federal programs and services. To obtain a ipate in social activities, pursue an active life, and copy, contact the Division of Aging and Seniors contribute to their communities. The program (see contact information above), or call: empowers seniors to lead activities and pro- Toll-free: 1-800-O-Canada jects that will benefit other seniors, vulnerable 1-800-622-6232 groups, and the community where they live. Website: www.canada.gc.ca Calls for Applications are issued once or twice a year. Application deadlines may vary for each National Seniors’ province and territory. Community-based organizations working together with seniors Organizations and other partners will inspire and run most New Horizons for Seniors projects. To be funded, Canadian Association on projects must demonstrate community support Gerontology (CAG) and partnership. CAG is a national, multi disciplinary, scientific, Social Development Canada will issue a call and educational association established to for applications. Deadlines will be announced provide leadership in matters related to the publicly on the Department’s website. aging population. Its mission is to seek to For more information, contact: improve the lives of older Canadians through By phone: the creation and dissemination of knowledge New Horizons for Seniors Program in gerontological policy, research, practice, Toll-free (English): 1-800-277-9914 research and education. Sans frais (Français): 1-800-277-9915 For more information, contact: TTY: 1-800 255-4786 Canadian Association on Gerontology Website: www.sdc.gc.ca 329 March Road, Suite 232, Box 11 Ottawa, ON K2K 2E1

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Congress of For more information, contact: National Seniors’ Organizations Jean-Guy Soulière, Chair c/o Federal Superannuates National Association The Congress consists of 11 major organiza- 1052 St. Laurent Boulevard tions representing seniors across Canada. It Ottawa, ON K1K 3B4 meets regularly to promote dialogue between seniors groups and governments on aging Phone: (613) 745-2559 issues. The Congress has a working partnership E-mail: [email protected] with Public Health Canada’s Division of Aging and Seniors and is also establishing contacts Information and with the new Department of Social Development. Congress members include: Referral • Alliance des associations des retraités et des aînés du Québec Seniors’ Information • Assemblée des Aînés et des Aînées Services francophones du Canada • Association québécoise de défense des droits Chebucto Links des personnes retraitées et préretraitées (Halifax) • Canadian Association of Retired Teachers This organization provides information on • Canadian Association on Gerontology programs and services for seniors in Halifax. • Canadian Pensioners Concerned For more information, contact: • Congress of Union Retirees Phone: (902) 422-3525 • Federal Superannuates National Association Help-line/ • Fédération de l’âge d’Or du Québec Outreach Seniors’ Infoline • National Advisory Council on Aging (Pictou County) • National Pensioners and Senior Citizens Pictou County seniors in need may call this Federation information line located at Valley View Villa, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Calls received after hours are answered by a recorded VISIT YOUR LOCAL ZELLERS message and will be returned during regular PHARMACY FOR ALL YOUR hours. For more information, contact: HEALTH CARE NEEDS Phone: (902) 752-8400

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30 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Seniors’ Info Line At Your Service (VON Greater Halifax) Website: www.atyourservice.ca Information on programs and services for This website, sponsored by Service Nova Scotia seniors in the Halifax Regional Municipality is and Municipal Relations, contains general and available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. seniors’ information. For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 454-5755 Shelburne Seniors’ Infoline TDD: (902) 454-6696 This information line is located at the Regional E-mail: [email protected] Development Agency (RDA) office in Barrington. Seniors’ Info Line For more information, contact: (VON Lunenburg) Phone: (902) 637-2667 Toll-free: 1-800-565-0397 Information and referral services for seniors and their families living in Lunenburg County is Sydney Seniors’ Infoline available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. Seniors in the Sydney area may call this informa- For more information, contact: tion line with questions about local programs Phone: (902) 624-0318 and services. Seniors’ Information Line For more information, contact: (Senior Citizens’ Secretariat) Phone: (902) 562-1245 To obtain information on programs and ser- E-mail: [email protected] vices for seniors or to discuss any concerns you Website: www.newdawn.ca may have, call the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat from anywhere in Nova Scotia, at no charge. Help Lines The line operates Monday to Friday, from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, except holidays. An answering The following help lines are lay-counselling, machine records messages left after hours and information, and referral telephone services. The staff respond to them the next working day. lines are staffed by trained community volun- For more information, contact: teers and the services are strictly confidential. Phone: (902) 424-0065 Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 Eastern Regional Help Line E-mail: [email protected] 6:00 pm – 12:00 am Website: www.gov.ns.ca/scs Phone: (902) 562-4357 Toll-free: 1-800-957-9995 Seniors Policies and Programs Database Metro Help Line A country-wide website that has been devel- (Metro Halifax) oped to assist with valuable and reliable infor- 7 days a week, 24 hours a day mation on programs and policies related to the Phone (Voice or TDD): (902) 421-1188 well-being of seniors. Website: www.sppd.gc.ca SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 31

Problem Gambling Help Line For more information, contact: Toll-free: 1-800-O-Canada Counsellors are trained to provide immediate 1-800-622-6232 support, advice, information, assessment and Website: www.canada.gc.ca telephone counselling seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Please call: Toll Free: 1-888-347-8888 Resources for TTY: 1-888-347-3331 Newcomer Seniors Provincial Government Metropolitan Immigrant Information Settlement Association (MISA) MISA is a community-based settlement agency Public Enquiries which welcomes newcomers and recognizes their When you want to know more about provincial essential role in Canada. MISA provides a full government services, programs, and initiatives, range of programs and services to newcomers, contact Public Enquiries. particularly landed immigrants or government assisted refugees. However, all newcomers are For more information, contact: eligible for initial contact and referral services. Public Enquiries Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 424-5200 Chebucto Place Toll-free: 1-800-670-4357 7105 Chebucto Road, Suite 201 E-mail: [email protected] Halifax, NS B3L 4W8 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/contact Phone: (902) 423-3607 E-mail: [email protected] Seniors’ Information Line Website: www.misa.ns.ca Contact the Nova Scotia Senior Citizens’ Secretariat for information on programs and YMCA Newcomers Centre services for seniors. The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 offers various programs for youth, adults, and families who are new to Canada. The goal of the centre is to create an inclusive environment Federal Government to serve our diverse community. Information For more information, contact: 3663 Dutch Village Road General Enquiries Halifax, NS B3N 2T1 When you need information about federal Phone: (902) 457-9622 programs and services, new initiatives, or Website: www.ymcahrm.ns.ca information products, call toll-free or visit the website. This is your primary access point to the Government of Canada.

32 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Resources for Accessible Transportation Senior Women Transportation services available to seniors with disabilities in Nova Scotia are listed in Nova Scotia Advisory Council the transportation section. See page 52 for on the Status of Women more information. The Council advises the Minister Responsible Canadian National for the Status of Women and brings forward Institute for the Blind (CNIB) women’s concerns. It works to advance equality, The CNIB works with people whose vision loss fairness, and dignity for all women. The is significantly interfering with their quality of Council also provides research and policy advice, life and cannot be corrected with ordinary information and education, and community lenses. The services are provided free of charge and partnership development. An electronic throughout Nova Scotia. Contact the CNIB for news update, NewsBytes is sent by e-mail, to more information about its low vision technical subscribers (free) approximately twice a month. aids, library, counselling, independent living For subscription information, see: and traveling, and volunteer services. www.gov.ns.ca/staw/newsbytes.htm For more information, contact: You are welcome to visit the Council’s resource Mainland Service Centre centre. It is open to the public Tuesday to 6136 Almon Street Friday, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Halifax, NS B3K 1T8 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 453-1480 Quinpool Centre, Suite 202 Toll-free: 1-800-565-5147 6169 Quinpool Road, PO Box 745 Website: www.cnib.ca Halifax, NS B3J 2T3 or Phone: (902) 424-8662 Sydney Service Centre Toll-free: 1-800-565-8662 235 Townsend Street E-mail: [email protected] Sydney, NS B1P 5E7 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/staw/ Phone: (902) 564-5711 Resources for Toll-free: 1-877-674-7240 Seniors with Disabilities Did You Know? Access to Travel This website provides information on accessible Nova Scotia has the transportation and travel across Canada with highest proportion of seniors in the aim of making accessible travel easy and Atlantic Canada, and the enjoyable. The site is sponsored by Transport third highest in the country, Canada in partnership with provincial behind Saskatchewan and Manitoba. governments and not-for-profit associations. Website: www.accesstotravel.gc.ca

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 33 Canadian Paraplegic Association For more information, contact: Karen Ramsland This organization helps people with spinal Phone: (902) 424-7798 cord injuries and other mobility disabilities to E-mail: [email protected] achieve independence, self-reliance, and full Website: ww.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/muns/infr community participation. For more information, contact: Disabled Persons Commission Marilyn Taylor, Executive Assistant The Commission helps to ensure that the Canadian Paraplegic Association (Nova Scotia) concerns of Nova Scotians with disabilities are Suite S21, West End Mall promoted and considered. The Commission 6960 Mumford Road reviews government policies and programs Halifax, NS B3L 4P1 relating to or affecting people with disabilities Phone: (902) 423-1277 ext. 101 to make sure these policies and programs are E-mail: [email protected] appropriate, effective, and reflect the needs Website: www.canparaplegic.org/ns and concerns of the community. or For more information, contact: Sydney Office Nelson Place, 8th Floor 165 Townsend Street 5675 Spring Garden Road Sydney, NS B1P 5E4 PO Box 222 Phone: (902) 562-3291 Halifax, NS B3J 2M4 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (902) 424-8280 TTY: (902) 424-2667 Community ACCESS-ability Toll-free: 1-877-996-9954 Program Website: www.gov.ns.ca/disa Grants to improve access to community facilities for persons with disabilities are provided by Accessible Parking, Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. License Plates, and Permits Up to two-thirds of the direct and indirect costs To ensure those needing to park close to build- of renovations, installations, or equipment for ings due to mobility impairments can do so, accessibility-related capital improvements, to a Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations, maximum of $10,000 is available. Projects through its Registry of Motor Vehicles, distrib- funded to date include wheelchair ramps and utes accessible parking plates and permits to lifts, automatic doors, and accessible washrooms. qualified individuals. There is no charge Proposals for ACCESS-ability grants are associated with a Permanent or Temporary welcome from non-profit community groups Accessible Parking Permit which is displayed on and municipalities. Forms are available on-line the rearview mirror. Regular registration fees or from the contact person below. must be paid in order to place a license plate on your car and the applicant must be the plate owner and principal operator of the vehicle.

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For more information, contact: Locations Phone (Halifax): (902) 424-5851| Amherst: (902) 667-1141 Toll-free: 1-800-898-7668 Antigonish: (902) 867-4197 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/rmv/ registration/mobility.asp Bridgewater: (902) 543-4604 ext. 2248 Dartmouth: (902) 464-3084 Special Needs of Deaf Seniors Digby: (902) 245-2501 ext. 265 Northwoodcare Inc. has a unique living envi- Evanston: (902) 625-3100 ext. 257 ronment designed especially for deaf seniors. Special services include a newly renovated floor : (902) 842-2868 with visual signals, closed captioning, TTY Halifax: (902) 423-7354 telephones, and time-released appliances. Staff Kentville: (902) 679-2657 ext. 1400 are trained in sign language and deaf culture. Liverpool: (902) 354-3436 ext. 246 This residence offers companionship and a relief from isolation that the deaf so often experience. Lower Sackville: (902) 869-6150 Independent-living apartments and personal- Middleton: (902) 825-6160 ext. 233 care suites, for those who need help with daily Musquodoboit Harbour: (902) 889-4117 living, are available. Residents can participate New Glasgow: (902) 752-7600 ext. 2520 in the many programs and services offered at Pictou: (902) 485-2318 Northwood. Signing volunteers are available to help residents take part in scheduled activities. Sheet Harbour: (902) 885-3628 For more information, contact: Shelburne: (902) 875-3011 ext. 269 Northwood Resident Services Springhill: (902) 597-3773 Phone: (902) 454-3356 Sydney: (902) 567-7221 Website: www.nwood.ns.ca : (902) 736-2831 ext. 146 Nova Scotia Truro: (902) 893-5512 Hearing and Speech Centres Waterville: (902) 538-3103 ext. 156 These centres offer help to people with Windsor: (902) 792-2084 hearing problems or difficulties with speaking, Yarmouth: (902) 742-3542 ext. 364 understanding speech and communicating in their own language. Society of Deaf and For more information, contact: Hard of Hearing Nova Scotians Provincial Center The Society develops and manages coordinated 5657 Spring Garden Road support services that enable deaf and hard of Suite 401, Box 120 hearing people to fully utilize public and Halifax, NS B3J 3R4 community services. Information and referral, Phone: (902) 423-7357 and employment counselling services are E-mail: [email protected] available. Assistive devices may be borrowed or Website: www.nshsc.ns.ca purchased. The Society is also responsible for

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the administration of the Interpreter Service and assistance to the individuals, municipalities, for the Deaf. and partner organizations that provide Nova For more information, contact: Scotians with opportunities to participate in Roy Building recreation activities. 1657 Barrington Street, Suite 117 Recreation Facility Development Grants Halifax, NS B3J 2A1 help community organizations renovate or Phone (Voice/TTY): 422-7130 build recreation facilities for community use, E-mail: [email protected] while Community Development Grants support local seniors’ games and help establish or new programs. The new Physical Activity Cape Breton Branch Grants are available to organizations to create 56 Nepean Street or expand on opportunities to help Nova Sydney, NS B1P 6A8 Scotians be physically active. Phone (Voice/TTY/Fax): (902) 564-0003 For more information, contact: Office of Health Promotion Sport and Recreation Active Living, 5516 Spring Garden Road, 2nd Floor Recreation and Sport PO Box 864 Halifax, NS B3J 2V2 Phone: (902) 424-7512 Sport and Recreation Toll-free: 1-866-231-3882 E-mail: [email protected] Nova Scotia Sport and Recreation Division Did You Know? This division of the Office of Health Promotion provides an important link 8,600 Nova Scotians will celebrate between healthy lifestyles and physical activity. their 65th birthday in 2005. Its six regional representatives provide services

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Regional Offices: Recreation Nova Scotia (RNS) Sport and Recreation This organization promotes the health benefits Cape Breton of recreation for all Nova Scotians and their Colleen Chisholm communities. Programs and services include an 380 Kings Road annual conference, liability insurance programs, Sydney, NS B1S 1A8 volunteer and leadership training programs, Phone: (902) 563-2380 provincial volunteer week activities, fundraising E-mail: [email protected] opportunities, and publications. For more information, contact: Central 5516 Spring Garden Road, Suite 309 Carol Davis-Jamieson Halifax, NS B3J 1G6 PO Box 864, Halifax, NS B3J 2V2 Phone: (902) 425-1128 Phone: (902) 424-7622 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.recreationns.ns.ca Fundy Linda Atkinson Municipal Recreation Contacts 90 Research Drive, Suite 122 Most municipal units in Nova Scotia have Truro, NS B2N 6Z4 recreation commissions with a commission Phone: (902) 893-6215 chairperson and one or more staff. Contact the E-mail: [email protected] following people for information on recreation Highland activities for seniors. Gerard MacIsaac Cape Breton Region 20 St. Andrews Street Cape Breton Municipality Antigonish, NS B2G 2H1 Fred Brooks: (902) 563-5514 Phone:(902) 863-7380 Inverness County (Port Hood) E-mail:[email protected] John Cotton: (902) 787-2274 South Shore Port Hawkesbury Debby Smith Jim Pyke: (902) 625-2591 99 High Street, Suite 200 Richmond County/Arichat Bridgewater, NS B4V 1V8 Clifford Boudreau: (902) 226-2400 Phone: (902) 543-5000 Victoria County (Baddeck) E-mail: [email protected] Tom Wilson: (902) 295-3231 Valley Highland Region Mike Trinacty Antigonish County 28 Aberdeen Avenue, Suite 2 Marlene Melanson: (902) 863-1141 Kentville, NS B4N 2N1 Antigonish Town Phone: (902) 679-4390 Trisha Cameron: (902) 863-3686 E-mail: [email protected]

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 37 District of Guysborough Bible Hill Phil M. Hochman: (902) 533-3508 Julee MacAfee: (902) 893-8083 Canso Parrsboro Carla Roberts: (902) 366-2525 Contact: (902) 254-2036 Mulgrave District of East Hants Tanya Tibbo: (902) 747-2243 David Brown: (902) 758-2715 Pictou County Central Region Cindy Fraser: (902) 485-8528 Halifax Regional Municipality New Glasgow Robert Nauss: (902) 490-4910 Robin MacLean: (902) 755-8363 Peggy Allen: (902) 876-4354 Pictou Rae Gunn: (902) 485-6057 Valley Region Stellarton Annapolis County David Hood: (902) 752-8944 Debra Ryan: (902) 532-3139 Trenton Annapolis Royal Martin Bates: (902) 752-1019 Grant Potter: (902) 532-7667 Truro Bridgetown Doug MacKenzie: (902) 895-4484 Bob Powell: (902) 665-2938 Municipality of St. Mary’s Canning Steven Porter: (902) 522-2598 Pam Tracz: (902) 582-2033 Middleton Fundy Region Susan MacDonald: (902) 825-5500 Amherst Kings County Dwight Jones: (902) 667-9557 Bob Suffron: (902) 690-6153 Springhill Bruce MacArthur: (902) 690-6124 Pamela Adams: (902) 597-3751 Berwick Colchester County Craig Burgess:(902) 538-4016 Sue Burley: (902) 897-3155 WJ POWER

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38 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Coldbrook Queens (Queens Municipality) John Bedard: (902) 678-4168 Norman Amirault: (902) 354-5741 Greenwood Lunenburg Municipality Fred Williams: (902) 765-1494 Carroll Randall: (902) 543-1354 Jill Jackson: (902) 765-1494 Town of Lunenburg Hantsport Robin Scott: (902) 634-4006 Tim Lynch: (902) 684-3200 Lunenburg (Chester) Kentville Trudy Payne: (902) 275-3490 Mark Phillips: (902) 679-2541 Bridgewater Kingston Carol Pickings-Anthony: (902) 543-2274 Chris Forster: (902) 679-2541 Mahone Bay New Minas Derrick MacKenzie: (902) 624-9859 Jennifer Coolen: (902) 681-6577 Sport Nova Scotia (SNS) Wolfville Andrew Fry: (902) 542-2400 SNS represents 63 provincial sport organizations District of West Hants and over 160,000 registered sport participants. Kathy Kehoe: (902) 798-8391 Many sport organizations support activities for older adults, sometimes referring to them as Windsor “masters” programs. SNS can connect you Janet Landry: (902) 798-0696 with various sport organizations to determine Digby (District of Clare) if programs geared to older adults are available Joanne LaMarche: (902) 769-2031 in your area. District of Digby For more information, contact: Larry Williams: (902) 245-5006 5516 Spring Garden Road, 4th Floor South Shore Region Halifax, NS B3J 1G6 Yarmouth (District of Argyle) Phone: (902) 425-5450 Frank Grant: (902) 648-3379 E-mail: [email protected] Yarmouth Website: www.sportnovascotia.ca Peter McCracken: (902) 742-8868 Dance Nova Scotia District of Barrington Ray Green: (902) 637-3621 Dance Nova Scotia is the provincial umbrella Clark’s Harbour organization for all forms of dance. Anna Kenney: (902) 745-0226 For more information, contact: Shelburne Municipality 1113 Marginal Road Marilyn Johnston: (902) 875-3544 Halifax, NS B3H 4P7 Town of Shelburne Phone: (902) 422-1749 Jerry Locke: (902) 875-3873 E-mail: [email protected] Lockeport Frances Scott: (902) 656-2216

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 39 Nova Scotia Department of Active Living Natural Resources Active Living Coalition Provincial Parks: Seniors may stay at a reduced rate in parks with overnight camping facilities. for Older Adults (ALCOA) A brochure is available which lists all of the ALCOA is a national partnership of organiza- provincial parks, including those that are tions with an interest in the field of aging and wheelchair accessible. active living. ALCOA encourages older Canadians to maintain and enhance their Firearms Hunting Certificates: These are well-being and independence through a issued free to seniors. lifestyle that embraces physical activities. Hunting: Resident seniors may acquire a deer, For more information, contact: small game, or deer bowhunting stamp for 33 Laird Drive free. They are required to purchase the $2 Toronto, ON M4G 3S9 Wildlife Habitat Stamp. Phone: (416) 423-2163 For more information, contact: Toll-free: 1-800-549 9799 PO Box 698 E-mail: [email protected] Halifax, NS B3J 2T9 Website: www.alcoa.ca Phone: (902) 424-5935 Nova Scotia Nova Scotia Department of 55+ Games Society Agriculture and Fisheries The Society was formed in November of 2003 Fishing Licences: General sport fishing to promote the participation of Nova Scotia licenses are sold to seniors at a reduced rate. seniors in recreational, sporting, cultural, cre- Salmon fishing is regulated by the federal ative and social activities throughout the government and seniors are required to pur- province. The first ever Nova Scotia 55+ chase a licence for that sport. Games will be held in Cornwallis Park, the Annapolis Valley, from September 28 to For more information, contact: October 1, 2005. Representatives are needed Department of Agriculture and Fisheries from Cape Breton, the Highlands, the South Bank of Montreal Building, 7th Floor Shore and HRM. Those interested can contact 5151 George Street Peter Nordland. Halifax, NS B3J 3C4 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 424-8963 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/nsaf Peter Nordland, President 277 Spinnaker Drive, PO Box 235 Cornwallis Park, NS B0S 1H0 Did You Know? Phone: (902) 638-8009 Two-thirds of older adults are not Fax: 638-3090 active enough to enjoy health benefits. E-mail: [email protected]

40 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Vivian Wright, Vice President Fundy 1148 West Clementsport Road, PO Box 17 Eanis and Marlene Collins Clementsport, NS B0S 1E0 14 Queen Street Phone: (902) 638-8068 Amherst, NS B4H 1P8 Phone: (902) 667-9380 Leona Grant, Secretary E-mail: [email protected] RR#1 Granville Ferry, NS B0S 1K0 Canadian Senior Games Phone: (902) 532-2664 Association (CSGA) E-mail: [email protected] The Association involves seniors in the Larry Armstrong, Treasurer planning, leadership, and evaluation of the 75 Pleasant Street Canada Senior Games. The next Senior Games Truro, NS B2N 3R9 will be held in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Phone: (902) 895-5224 from August 28 to September 1, 2006. E-mail: [email protected] The Games provide older adults with an Annapolis Valley opportunity to enhance their well-being through Brad Boyd participation in sporting and recreational 334 Brook Street events, such as tennis, golf, swimming, curling, Cornwallis Park, NS B0S 1H0 horseshoes, pool, card games and scrabble, to Phone: (902) 638-8410 name just a few. The host community also has E-mail: [email protected] the opportunity to put on cultural events or demonstration activities based on the culture and Clare/Annapolis Valley interest in their region. Such cultural activities Eddie Thimot might include such events as orienteering, PO Box 391 quilting, or painting. If such an activity is Little Brook, NS B0W 1Z0 common across the country, then it may be Phone: (902) 769-3285 included as an event. Central HRM For more information, contact: Ken Brown Valerie White, Executive Director 104-30 Brookdale Crescent Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Dartmouth, NS B3A 4T7 Phone: (902) 424-6322 Phone: (902) 463-2832 Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 Fax: (902) 463-1175 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] or Elmsdale/East Hants Gary Black, President Eileen Borgel Canada Senior Games Association 17 Codys Lane 5004 – 57th Street Elmsdale, NS B2S 2A7 Yellowknife, NT X1A 1Y5 Phone: (902) 883-7127 Phone: (867) 873-5440 E-mail: [email protected] Fax: (867) 873-4924

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Dartmouth Volksmarch Club Elderobics Fitness This active hiking club organizes recreational Instructor Workshop walks throughout the year for people of all ages. This workshop trains fitness instructors who It is a great way to meet new friends for fitness are interested in teaching older adults. The and fun. The walks are planned well in advance. workshop is a requirement for the YMCA’s A schedule is available with information on specialty certificate in Older Adult Fitness. the dates, length, and difficulty of each route. For more information, contact: For more information, contact: Elderobics Coordinator Sue Banks, President YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth PO Box 28064, Tacoma RPO Phone: (902) 423-9709 ext. 257 Dartmouth, NS B2W 6E2 Seniors’ Skate Information Phone: (902) 443-0365 E-mail: [email protected] There are a variety of adult skating programs Website: www.dartmouthvolksmarchclub.com in rinks throughout the province beginning as early as October 1. For more information, Elderfit (Lunenburg) contact your local recreation department. This popular aquafit program is offered several times a week at the South Shore Dive Centre Ski Atlantic Seniors’ Club in Lunenburg and at the Oak Island Inn, near Members receive a ski area pass, for weekdays Oak Island. Both programs provide local seniors only, at local ski resorts. Resorts include Ben and interested others with an opportunity to Eoin, Cape Smokey, Martock, Wentworth, and keep fit and socially active. the areas of Crabbe, Poley and For more information, contact: Sugar Loaf Park. If you are a beginner, you can George McKiel attend group lessons in Alpine skiing. Member- Phone: (902) 764-2090 ship is open to anyone over 55 who has retired E-mail: [email protected] from full-time employment, and to anyone 65 or older. Membership fee: $165 per year. or Martha Saunders For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 688-1128 Ski Atlantic Seniors’ Club E-mail: [email protected] 14-4 Westwood Boulevard, Suite 361 Upper Tantallon, NS B3Z 1H3 Elderobics Association Phone: (902) 462-0713 of Nova Scotia E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.chebucto.ns.ca/sportfit/SASC Elderobics is a mild exercise program for men and women over age 55, including a warmup, Taoist Tai Chi Society aerobics, muscular strength and endurance, stretching and relaxation. Classes are offered The Society offers Taoist Tai Chi for seniors in two and three times a week in 13 locations in various parts of Nova Scotia. With the gentle the Halifax/Dartmouth area. turning, stretching movements of Tai Chi you can learn to develop balance, flexibility, timing,

42 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS muscle tone, co-ordination, concentration, and YMCA of Cumberland relaxation. Additionally, the society offers PO Box 552, 92 Church St. health-recovery classes for those suffering from Amherst, NS B4H 4A1 injuries, strokes, or other health problems. Phone: (902) 667-9112 It also has a Taoist Tai Chi set that can be Website: www.ymcaofcumberland.com done from a wheelchair. E-mail: [email protected] Contact the society for information about class schedules, fees, and locations around the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth province. Administration/Association Services For more information, contact: 1565 South Park Street Taoist Tai Chi Society of Canada Halifax, NS B3J 2L2 Atlantic Region Phone: (902) 423-9622 Phone: (902) 422-8142 Website: www.ymcahrm.ns.ca E-mail: [email protected] South Park YMCA Website: www.taoist.org 1565 South Park Street Ticker Troop Halifax, NS B3J 2L2 (Dartmouth) Phone: (902) 423-9622 This group meets twice a week at Mic Mac Mall Akerley YMCA in Dartmouth. Join them for walking and 21 Woodlawn Road friendship. Dartmouth, NS B2W 2R7 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 469-9622 Phyllis Vallis Community YMCA Phone: (902) 462-5011 2269 Gottingen Street YMCAs and YWCAs Halifax, NS B3K 3B7 Phone: (902) 422-9622 YMCAs and YWCAs offer a number of healthy lifestyle programs for older adults such as YMCA of Lunenburg aquafit, seniors swim, 50+ fitness classes, 416 King Street strength training, and yoga. Supervised Bridgewater, NS B4V 1A9 strength training programs are also available in some locations. Phone: (902) 543-9622 Website: www.ymcalunenburgcounty.org For more information, contact: YMCA of Cape Breton Ross Farm Museum 399 Charlotte Street Re-live your memories of rural Nova Scotia Sydney, NS B1P 1E3 during a visit to historic Ross Farm Museum, Phone: (902) 539-7880 just 15 minutes from Chester Basin on Route 12 in New Ross (Exit 9 off Highway 103). Fax: (902) 539-3935 Website: www.cbymca.com Website: http://museum.gov.ns.ca/musdir/ rossfarmmuseum.htm E-mail: [email protected]

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Leisure and Hobbies Nova Scotia Seniors’ Art and Photo Gallery Opportunities If you are over the age of 50 and would like to Many opportunities to pursue leisure activities display your artwork or photos, contact the and hobbies exist in Nova Scotia. Contact your Senior Citizens’ Secretariat for details. All pro- local recreation department, seniors’ centre, ceeds from the paintings and photos sold go club, or council for more information on directly to you. The gallery is located in the activities in your area. World Trade and Convention Centre, 1800 Argyle Street, Halifax. It is open whenever the Northwood Broadcasting Club WT&CC is open to the public. (NWBC) For more information, contact: NWBC was launched in 1987. Since then, it has Senior Citizens’ Secretariat evolved into an important source of information Phone: (902) 424-0065 on health issues and leisure opportunities for Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 older adults and provides its audience with a wide variety of easy-listening music. NWBC is entirely operated by volunteers and Expositions reaches listeners throughout Nova Scotia via the Eastlink community channel in your area from 50+ Expo: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. You can also listen to a Life Is What You Make It live webcast of the program at www.eastlink.ca. 50+ expo is a special forum for people 50 and 2615 Northwood Terrace over and their families. The expo offers an Halifax, NS B3K 3S5 opportunity to learn about products, programs, Phone: (toll free): 1-866-229-6922 and services available in today’s marketplace. E-mail: [email protected] Shows include: exhibits, entertainment, a Website: www.nwood.ns.ca hobbies/crafts area, and educational seminars. Northwood Players The next 50+ expo will be held on June 10th and 11th, 2005, at Exhibition Park in Halifax. The Northwood Players are an active, For more information, contact: imaginative, and exciting group of seniors who Valerie White, Chairperson, 50+ expo come together to bring music, dancing, acting, Senior Citizens’ Secretariat and joy to their lives and the lives of others. Phone: (902) 424-0065 For more information, contact: Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 Shirley Burnstein, Director Northwood Community Centre 2615 Northwood Terrace Did You Know? Halifax, NS B3K 3S5 In 2025, seniors will make up Phone: (902) 454-3351 nearly one quarter (23.9%) of E-mail: [email protected] Nova Scotia’s population Website: www.nwood.ns.ca

44 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Sydney Volunteer Resource Centre Volunteer Activities The centre serves as a recruitment and referral service for volunteers in Sydney and surrounding Opportunities areas. It also provides education and training Each year, hundreds of retirees and seniors courses on volunteerism to organizations that volunteer countless hours in their communities. depend on volunteers to carry out their work. If you have an interest in helping others and For more information, contact: can spare some time, select from among the Phone: (902) 562-1245 many community-based organizations listed in E-mail: [email protected] this directory and find out how you can help. Website: www.newdawn.ca Volunteers . . . the heart of our community. Provincial Volunteer Awards Travel Recreation Nova Scotia coordinates the annual Provincial Volunteer Awards Ceremony and Canadian Snowbird Association Luncheon during National Volunteer Week This association represents the interests, needs, celebrations. The events serve as a tribute to and concerns of Canadians who travel. Areas the voluntary sector and are meant to say of focus include health-care, social interests, thank you to individuals who give so much of and economic concerns. The organization has their time and talents. Contact Recreation Nova a powerful voice in defending the rights and Scotia for details on volunteer recognition privileges of Canadians. resources and gifts such as balloons, lapel pins, For more information, contact: mugs, and key chains. Jack Kiuru, Nova Scotia Director For more information, contact: 1207-5959 Spring Garden Road 5516 Spring Garden Road, Suite 309 Halifax, NS B3H 1Y5 Halifax, NS B3J 1G6 Phone: (902) 422-2036 Phone: (902) 425-1128 Toll-free: 1-800-265-3200 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.recreationns.ns.ca Website: www.snowbirds.org

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 45 Customs Information For more information, contact: Passport Office If you plan to travel outside Canada and Department of Foreign Affairs and require customs information, contact the International Trade Canada Border Services Agency. 1505 Barrington Street, Suite 1508 For more information, contact: Maritime Centre Building Toll-free: 1-800-461-9999 Halifax, NS B3J 3K5 Toll-free TDD: 1-800-267-0825 Toll-free: 1-800-567-6868 Website: www.ccra-adrc.gc.ca Toll-free TTY: 1-866-255-7655 Passports Website: www.ppt.gc.ca Application forms are available at the Passport Office, Canada Post outlets, travel agencies, or Did You Know? on the Internet at www.ppt.gc.ca. Cancer of the cervix can be prevented. This fall, get your flu shot! A regular pap test could save your life!

46 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Information Resource Centre Life-Long Learning (Senior Citizens’ Secretariat) Opportunities The Centre maintains a collection of books, reports, magazines, videos, pamphlets, and newsletters on topics related to aging. The Libraries materials may be borrowed by the general public. A mail service is available for people Alzheimer Resource Library who cannot visit the Centre. To obtain a list- The library is a service of the Alzheimer ing of subjects covered, contact the librarian. Society of Nova Scotia. Hours: Monday to For more information, contact: Thursday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm and Jane Phillips, Librarian Friday 8:30 am – 4:00 pm. 1740 Granville Street, 4th Floor For more information, contact: PO Box 2065 Phone: (902) 422-7961 Halifax, NS B3J 2Z1 Phone: (902) 424-4710 Caregiver Resource Library Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 (Nova Scotia Centre on Aging) E-mail: [email protected] This lending library is located in the Nova Scotia Website: www.gov.ns.ca/scs Centre on Aging building on the Mount Saint Vincent University campus. It offers books and Nova Scotia Regional Public videos for family and professional caregivers Libraries: Services for Seniors on topics on the aging process, elder abuse, The public libraries offer a variety of programs legal issues, home care, and others. A complete and services to seniors, including large-print listing is available on the website listed below. books, special collections of information relating Anyone who lives in Nova Scotia may borrow to the interests and concerns of seniors, a from the library. If you live outside the Halifax books-by-mail service, book delivery service, area, the centre will send you books by courier. talking-books service, descriptive videos, and Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm. special programs on topics of interest to seniors. For more information, contact: For more information, contact: Library Coordinator Your nearest regional library, as listed in your Caregiver Resource Library local telephone directory. Nova Scotia Centre on Aging Website: www.library.ns.ca/regionals Mount Saint Vincent University Bedford Highway, NS B3M 2J6 Phone: (902) 457-6561 Did You Know? Website: www.msvu.ca/campus- Nova Scotia Drivers 65 and older are eligible information/caging for a free safe driving course for seniors. Call 1-800-670-0065 to learn more.

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 47 Gerontology Programs Acadian Community Phone: 424-5165 Mount Saint Vincent University African Canadian Community Phone: 424-5165 MSVU offers the following programs: Deaf Community • Master of Arts in Family Studies and Phone: 423-3353 Gerontology ESL Community • Bachelor of Applied Arts (Family Studies and Phone: 424-8421 Gerontology) Honours option also available • Certificate in Gerontology Strait Region: For more information, contact: Phone: 625-4031 Admissions Office Northern Region: Mount Saint Vincent University Phone: 893-7200 166 Bedford Highway Halifax, NS B3M 2J6 Mi’kmaq Community Phone: 893-5989 Phone: (902) 457-6128 E-mail: [email protected] Valley Region: Website: www.msvu.ca Phone: 679-6204

Community Learning University and Community Networks College Courses for Seniors

Learning programs are available in many Reduced Tuition Fees communities for older adults at no fee. The The following universities in Nova Scotia offer programs allow you to upgrade your basic credit courses to seniors on a tuition-free or skills, set your own goals, and work at your own reduced-fee basis. pace. Individual sessions with volunteer tutors are often available. There are 23 Community University, Wolfville Learning Networks located throughout Nova Reduced fee structure for all credit courses for Scotia. For more information, contact the seniors 60+. Adult Education office nearest you. You’re For more information: never too old to learn! Contact Student Accounts: (902) 542-2201 Cape Breton Region: Phone: 563-2270 Atlantic School of Theology, Halifax Southwestern Region: 50 percent reduction in tuition to seniors 65+ (as of date of registration) for credit courses. Phone: 543-2376 For more information: Metro Region: Phone: (902) 423-6939 Metro Halifax Phone: 424-8421

48 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS , Halifax For more information: Free tuition for all undergraduate credit Phone: (902) 539-5300 courses for seniors 65+. Distance Education Courses For more information: Contact Student Accounts: (902) 494-3998 Distance education programs allow the learner and the educator to work together from a dis- Mount Saint Vincent University, tance to permit a flexible learning schedule. Halifax Methods of distance education include television 50 percent reduction in tuition to seniors 65+ broadcasts, teleconferencing, audio and video for undergraduate credit courses. tapes, e-mail and the Internet. Contact indi- For more information: vidual universities for costs. Costs of courses Contact Financial Services: (902) 457-6277 may vary. A calendar of courses is available. E-mail: [email protected] For more information, contact: Association of Atlantic Universities NSCAD University, Halifax Suite 403, 5657 Spring Garden Road 40 percent discount on tuition fees for all Halifax, NS B3J 3R4 undergraduate courses for seniors 60+. Twenty Phone: (902) 425-4230 percent discount on Continuing Education Website: www.dal.ca/aau courses. For more information: Nova Scotia Community College (902) 494-8195 In addition to full-time courses, the NSCC Saint Francis Xavier University, offers part-time and Distance Education courses Antigonish at its 12 locations around the province. There is no reduced tuition fee for seniors. Free tuition for all undergraduate credit courses For more information, contact: for seniors 65+. Phone: (902) 491-4911 For more information, Toll-free: 1-866-679-6722 Contact Student Accounts: (902) 863-3300 Website: [email protected] Université Sainte-Anne, Church Point Acadia Lifelong Learning Centre (ALL) Fifty percent discount on tuition fees for seniors 60+ for all credit courses. The Acadia Lifelong Learning Centre (ALL), a community-driven initiative of Acadia For more information: University’s Division of Continuing and Phone: (902) 769-2114 Distance Education, provides quality educa- University College of Cape Breton, tional opportunities to older adults. Sydney Reasonably priced non-credit programs are Free tuition for seniors 65+ or pre-retired 60+ held on campus during the Fall, Winter, and for all in-class credit courses. Spring terms. Seniors 60+ are now able to

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audit Acadia credit courses at reduced rates For more information, contact: during summer, fall, and winter terms. Tanya Poulton For more information, contact: Canada East Field Office Director Coordinator 65 Millrun Crescent Phone: (902) 585-1434 Bedford, NS B4A 3H9 Toll-free: 1-800-565-6568 Phone: (902) 835-8630 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://conted.acadiau.ca Website: www.routestolearning.ca

Elderlearners Computers and Elderlearners, sponsored by the Division of Continuing Education at Saint Mary’s the Internet University, offers adults, age 55 and over, an opportunity to become involved in lifelong Community Access Program learning. Patterned on Universities of the (CAP) Third Age in Europe, its members continue to CAP offers affordable access to the Internet. educate themselves and share ideas on a wide Computers are available for affordable public variety of subjects of interest to older adults use. You can read your e-mail, look at websites, through a series of lectures and short courses check your stocks, or search the Internet. This every fall and winter. community-based program, supported by a For more information, contact: variety of partnerships, can be found in com- Jim Sharpe munities across Canada. SMU Division of Continuing Education For more information, contact: Saint Mary’s University Toll-free: 1-866-569-8428 Halifax, NS B3H 3C3 Website: www.nscap.ca Phone: (902) 420-5492 Cape Breton Seniors’ Other Seniors’ Programs Community Learning Network Promotes social learning times that will help Routes to Learning Canada you enjoy developing and sharing computer skills. The program is available in Community This organization, formerly called Elderhostel Access Program (CAP) sites throughout Cape Canada, is a not-for-profit, charitable organiza- Breton and Victoria Counties. tion providing education-travel adventures. For more information, contact: With Routes to Learning Canada you can travel Ruth Boone with others who share your quest for new 2737 Point Edward Highway insight. You’ll venture on and off the beaten Point Edward, NS B2A 4P9 path, discovering places, people, and things that are inaccessible to the average traveler. Telephone: (902) 564-2729 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.capebretonseniors.ns.ca

50 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Halifax Region Seniors’ Student Connection Program Multiple Point Access Program This initiative is a partnership between (HRSMPAP) Industry Canada and HRDC’s Youth This seniors’ program teaches you how to use Employment Strategy (YES). It offers training a computer. You can sign up for training on to seniors in learning today’s latest computer the computer and internet. Classes are taught technology. For a reasonable fee, you can sign by seniors at an easy pace, in a friendly up for group training sessions or one-on-one seniors’ centre environment. You can join a instruction in your home. Topics include: computer club to share skills and learn more introduction to computers, the internet, about computers from your peers. e-mail, on-line banking and e-commerce. For more information, contact: For more information, contact: Dartmouth Seniors’ Service Centre Sheri Miller 45 Ochterloney Street Phone: (902) 426-0566 Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4M7 Toll-free: 1-888-807-7777 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (902) 465-5578 Website: www.studentconnection.ns.ca E-mail: [email protected] Rockingham Community Centre Using Technology? Positively! 199 Bedford Highway This series of fact sheets on everyday tech- Halifax, NS B3M 2J9 nologies and seniors is available free of charge. Phone: (902) 490-4686 Topics include: Sackville Seniors Advisory Council • Series Overview 45 Connolly Street • Telecommunications: Phones and More Lower Sackville, NS B4C 1S6 • Looking After Your Money: Technology and Phone: (902) 864-5591 Banking Spencer House Seniors’ Centre • Computers: Getting Online Using the Internet 5596 Morris Street • For the Good of Your Health: Halifax, NS B3J 1C2 Technology and Health Care Phone: (902) 421-6131 • How Are Everyday Technologies Kept Safe? Spryfield Seniors’ Centre • Older Adults Mean Business South Centre Mall For more information, contact: 16 Dentith Road, Box 41 Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Halifax, NS B3R 2H9 Phone: (902) 424-0065 Phone: (902) 477-5658 Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 Ward 5 / St. Mark’s E-mail: [email protected] 5522 Russell Street Halifax, NS B3K 1X2 This fall, get your flu shot! Phone: (902) 454-0018

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 51 For more information, contact: Employment Howard Court or Janet Wilson 7001 Mumford Road, Tower 1 Human Resource Centres Suite 819, Halifax, NS B3L 4N9 of Canada (HRCC) Phone: (902) 454-3674 These centres offer a range of employment Toll-free: 1-800-719-6643 services to Canadians and provide support to Workers’ Compensation Board people looking for jobs. of Nova Scotia Employment Insurance Benefits The Workers’ Compensation Act of Nova Scotia Like other Canadian workers, if you are 65 or protects both the injured worker and the over you can get Employment Insurance (EI) employer. It provides financial assistance, benefits or sickness benefits if you meet the medical aid, rehabilitation, re-employment and criteria. EI earnings that may affect the benefits protection from participating in court processes. you receive include retirement income such as For more information, contact: employment pensions. The centres can provide Main Office, Halifax you with information about EI. 5668 South Street Job Search Support PO Box 1150 Halifax, NS B3J 2Y2 The HRCCs offer support to people looking for jobs including job and career counselling, Phone: (902) 491-8999 help with writing resumes, computerized Toll-free: 1-800-870-3331 information on jobs, and job-finding clubs. E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.wcb.ns.ca Social Insurance Number (SIN) or The centres can help you to obtain or replace a Branch Office, Sydney Social Insurance card. The fee for replacing a 336 Kings Road, Suite 117 card is $10. Sydney, NS B1S 1A9 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 563-2444 Phone (English): 1-800-206-7218 Toll-free: 1-800-880-0003 Phone (Français): 1-800-808-6352 Website: www.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca Transportation Seniors for Seniors Seniors for Seniors provides employment Gas and Service Stations opportunities for workers 50 years of age and Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations older in the Halifax area. Positions available offers an on-line service that lets seniors know include homemakers, handy-persons, home- which gas stations in the province offer full- cleaners, and companions. serve, self-serve, or both levels of services. The website can be found at: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/consumer/

52 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS If you do not have access to a computer, Refunds contact the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat for You can request a refund if you move out of information about the gas and service stations the province or have stopped driving. nearest you. Additionally, refunds can be requested by the For more information contact: estate on behalf of deceased drivers. The Phone: (902) 424-0065 refund will be for the time remaining in the Toll-free: 1-800-670-0065 five-year period for which the driver has paid, minus the $9.60 photo fee and an administra- Licenses and Safe Driving tion fee of $12.25. Office Locations Driver’s Licenses Contact the Registry’s toll-free information Photo driver’s licences are issued by the line to locate the office nearest you. Registry of Motor Vehicles, a division of For more information, contact: Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. Phone (Halifax): (902) 424-5851 The cost to renew a Class 5 (regular) licence Toll-free: 1-800-898-7668 for a five-year period is $63.60. Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/rmv Appointments for Seniors Seniors’ Safe Driving People with special needs, including seniors, may Discount Program schedule a time to renew their licence rather Funding provided by Service Nova Scotia and than waiting for extended periods of time. Municipal Relations has made it possible for Accessible Parking License Plates Nova Scotia drivers, aged 65 and over, who hold and Permits a valid driver’s licence, to receive a one-time, $40 rebate on safe driving courses. Since many of The Registry of Motor Vehicles ensures that the organizations offering this program charge those needing to park close to buildings due to $40 or less, seniors usually attend for free. mobility impairments, are able to do so. See details on page 34. Safe driving courses can help you understand how aging affects your driving skills and Veteran’s Plates discover ways to make up for these changes. Qualified individuals can apply for Veteran’s Participation is voluntary and seniors do not plates by completing the application form and have to take a course to keep their drivers’ supplying proof of eligibility. An additional $5 licenses. The courses are educational and do is added to the usual cost of registering your not involve a road test. vehicle. For more information, contact: Seniors Safe Driving Discount Program Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations A regular pap test Phone: (902) 424-5851 could save your life! Toll-free: 1-800-898-7668 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/rmv/safe/ senior.asp SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 53 For information on a specific course, Public Transportation contact the following organizations: Regional Services Courses Available Province-Wide Nova Scotia Safety Council Dial-a-Ride Nova Scotia 2786 Agricola Street Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Bloomfield Centre partners with several other government Halifax, NS B3K 4E1 departments and agencies to provide a diverse Phone: (902) 454-9621 range of safe, affordable, and accessible public E-mail: [email protected] transportation services to meet the needs of Nova Scotia Government rural Nova Scotians, including those who are Retired Employees Association disabled, disadvantaged, or elderly. These ser- PO Box 20142 vices, available in many parts of the province, 349 Herring Cove Road are part of the Dial-a-Ride Nova Scotia network. Halifax, NS B3R 2K9 Partial operating funding for these services is Phone: (902) 477-5155 provided under the Community Transportation Assistance Program (CTAP). Amherst CTAP also provides funding up to $5,000 to non- Fundy Driving School profit organizations interested in developing Phone: (902) 667-8090 new community-based transportation services Annapolis Valley upon approval of a summary business plan by Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. Discover Driving For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 665-2831 René Frigault Website: www.discoverdriving.com Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Brookfield Phone: (902) 424-2088 South Colchester Driving School or Phone: (902) 673-2958 Dial-a-Ride Nova Scotia Kentville Toll-free: 1-877-305-7433 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/dialaride Fundy Driving School Phone: (902) 679-0607 Halifax/Dartmouth Metro Area Did You Know? Drive Wise Driving Program Phone: (902) 434-5113 Three in twenty Nova Scotians E-mail: [email protected] are aged 65 years or older. This amounts to 131,000 out of a provincial population of 948,000

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Transportation Services Handi-Trans by Area/County Handi-Trans is a shared-ride, door to door public transportation service for registered (also, see Shuttle Services on page 59) mobility impaired residents of seven munici- palities in . The service Annapolis County is operated by Cape Breton Regional Transit Authority and is available by appointment, Monday to Saturday. This service provides public transportation on For more information, contact: fixed-routes in the Annapolis Valley area from Bernie Steele Wolfville to Weymouth, including Digby. Phone: (902) 539-4336 Seniors’ passes are available at a discount price. E-mail: [email protected] For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 678-7310 Municipality of Clare Toll free: 1-888-546-4442 E-mail: [email protected] Le Transport de Clare Website: www.kingstransit.ns.ca Through the Dial-a-Ride network, this service provides safe, affordable, and accessible public TransCounty Transportation Society transportation to people who are disabled, Through the Dial-a-Ride network, this service elderly, or disadvantaged. This service operates provides safe, affordable, and accessible public Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. transportation to people in the Annapolis For more information, contact: County and parts of Digby County who are Volunteer Manager disabled, elderly, or disadvantaged. Dispatch Operator: (902) 769-2477 For more information, contact: E-mail: [email protected] Debbie Decker Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/dialaride Phone: (902) 665-1212 (Choose Transportation Services in NS) Toll-free: 1-877-305-7433 E-mail: [email protected] Colchester County Website: www3.ns.sympatico.ca/acats Colchester Transportation Cape Breton Cooperative Ltd. (CTCL) Regional Municipality Through the Dial-a-Ride network, this service provides safe, affordable, and accessible public Transit Cape Breton transportation to people who are disabled, This service provides public transportation on elderly, or disadvantaged. fixed-routes in the Industrial Cape Breton area. For more information, contact: Special fares for seniors are available. Phone: (902) 896-7433 For more information, contact: E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (902) 539-8124 Website: www.ctcl.ca

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 55 Able Transit (Truro) communities of Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford This service, operated by the Disabled and the suburban area of Sackville, Colby Consumers’ Society of Colchester County, is Village, Eastern Passage, Forest Hills, Herring designed to meet the needs of disabled Cove, and Bay Road. consumers in Truro and surrounding areas. For more information, contact: For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 490-6999 Phone: (902) 895-2110 TTY: (902) 490-6664 E-mail: contactHRM.region.halifax.ns.ca Digby County Website: www.region.halifax.ns.ca/ metrotransit/Access/Access.html Kings Transit This service provides public transportation on An Extra Hand Transportation fixed-routes in the Annapolis Valley area from This private service offers door to door Wolfville to Weymouth, including Digby. transportation in the Halifax/Dartmouth area. Seniors’ passes are available at a discount price. Available Monday to Friday during the day. For more information, contact: Call in advance. Phone: (902) 678-7310 For more information, contact: Toll free: 1-888-546-4442 Phone: (902) 830-7244 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.kingstransit.ns.ca Book-A-Ride This service provides transportation to medical Halifax Regional Municipality appointments in most of HRM for seniors and those with disabilities. Call 24 hours in Metro Transit advance. Service available on request. This service provides public transportation on For more information, contact: fixed-routes in the Halifax/Dartmouth metro Phone: (902) 864-5591 area. Special fares for seniors are available (902) 864-2165 when purchasing a seniors’ metro pass, a 20 ticket sheet, or when paying a cash fare. Canadian Red Cross Society For more information, contact: Transportation Service Metro Info Line: (902) 490-4000 Door-to-door transportation is available to TDD Line: (902) 490-6645 people in Dartmouth who need a ride to and E-mail: [email protected] from medical appointments. Clients must Website: www.region.halifax.ns.ca/metrotransit/ register before using the service and must be Metro Transit Access-A-Bus able to get in and out of the vehicle indepen- dently. There is no charge, but donations are This service, operated by Metro Transit, gratefully accepted. provides a shared-ride, door-to-door, public For more information, contact: transportation service for people who are Phone: (902) 496-0103 declared eligible through the registration process. The service operates within the

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VON Transportation service to residents of Hants, Kings, and Halifax This service provides people in the Halifax Counties. Flexible hours. Regional Municipality with transportation to For more information, contact: health-related appointments. It operates Barbara Lynds-Boone Monday to Friday during the day. Booking is Phone: 1-866-382-2287 required a week in advance. For more information, contact: Kings County Transportation Coordinator Kings Transit Phone: (902) 455-7433 This service provides public transportation on Callow Wheelchair Buses fixed-routes in the Annapolis Valley area from Wolfville to Weymouth, including Digby. Wheelchair accessible buses can be booked by Seniors’ passes are available at a discount price. groups who require transportation for recre- ational purposes. The service is designed for For more information, contact: groups of people using wheelchairs and others Phone: (902) 678-7310 who are unable to use regular transportation. E-mail: [email protected] A minimum donation is requested at the time Website: www.kingstransit.ns.ca/ you place your order. Kings County Alternative For more information, contact: Transportation Services Society Don Allen, Executive Director (KCATSS) Rosemarie Leblanc, Secretary Through the Dial-a-Ride network, this Phone: (902) 422-9433 service provides safe, affordable, and accessible Hants County public transportation to people who are dis- abled, elderly, or disadvantaged in the Hants Dial-a-Ride County area. Transportation to Halifax for Through the Dial-a-Ride network, this service medical appointments is also available twice a provides safe, affordable, and accessible public week. Charitable donations accepted. transportation to people who are disabled, For more information, contact: elderly, or disadvantaged. Phone: (902) 681-2846 For more information, contact: Toll-free: 1-877-305-7433 Janice Caldwell, Dispatcher E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (902) 792-1800 Toll-free: 1-877-305-7433 Lunenburg County E-mail: [email protected] Senior Wheels Association, Website: www.hantscountycan.org Bridgewater Hants Community This association runs an eight-passenger, Accessible Transportation Service wheelchair-accessible bus in the town of This privately operated transportation service Bridgewater and seven kilometres outside the provides door to door, wheelchair accessible town limits. The service is offered to seniors

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 57 and disabled persons of all ages. The service is For more information, contact: sponsored by the Bluenose Golden K. Kiwanis Ron Levy, New Glasgow Club. Times: Daily, and some evenings by Phone: (902) 755-1944 request. Fees: Free of charge. To reserve a ride, Toll free: 1-877-305-7433 please phone one day in advance. E-mail: [email protected] For more information, contact: Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/dialaride Phone: (902) 543-2255 (answering service) (choose Transportation Services in NS) Pictou County VON Volunteer Transportation Program Central Highlands Transportation to health related appointments Association of the Disabled (CHAD) in Pictou is provided during the day, Monday Through the Dial-a-Ride network, this service to Friday. Advance booking is required. provides safe, affordable, and accessible public For more information, contact: transportation to people who are disabled, Sheila Hoeg, Coordinator elderly, or disadvantaged. VON New Glasgow Phone: (902) 755-4524 Queens County VON Seniors’ Assisted Transportation Program In partnership with Queens County Crime Prevention Program, this service provides “Live Well with Pharmasave” transportation to medical appointments, ...It’s Our Commitment. grocery stores, banks and other important locations for seniors. For more information, contact: Margo Walsh Leaman, Coordinator VON Liverpool Phone: (902) 354-3297 E-mail: [email protected] Yarmouth County

With 75 locations in Atlantic Canada 199313 Hut’s Transit we’re there where you need us This service provides public transportation on fixed-routes within the town of Yarmouth, from Monday to Saturday. For more information, contact: Gary Hudson Visit our on-line health center at www.pharmasave.com Phone: (902) 749-4309 (direct to bus)

58 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Handicapped Organization Sloane’s of Hants Promoting Equality (HOPE) Helping Hand Transport Through the Dial-a-Ride network, this service (Truro – Halifax – Windsor) provides safe, affordable, and accessible public Door-to-door return service to your appoint- transportation in Yarmouth County to people ments is provided. Assistance is available, if who are disabled, elderly, or disadvantaged. needed. Day trips for up to three persons are For more information, contact: also available. Wheelchair available, but not Bill Crawford, Yarmouth, NS wheelchair accessible. Call in advance. Phone: (902) 742-8910 For more information, contact: Toll free: 1-877-305-7433 John Sloane, Shubenacadie E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (902) 883-2149 Website: www.yarmouthweb.com/hope/ Shuttle Bug Shuttle Service Shuttle Services (L’Ardoise/St. Peters — Halifax/Dartmouth) This shuttle offers return service, six days a week Campbell’s Shuttle Service (not Saturday), on a set schedule. Call in advance. (Yarmouth – Halifax) For more information, contact: Bruce Prout Personalized service is offered daily in a seven- Phone: (902) 587-2359 passenger van. Toll-free: 1-888-217-6691 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 742-6101 Toll-free: 1-800-742-6101 Federal Retirement Health Care Shuttle Income Programs (Pictou – Halifax) Door-to-door transportation to and from appointments is provided, by appointment Old Age Security and only. Drivers are available to help clients in Canada Pension Plan and out of hospitals, doctors’ offices, etc. Programs For more information, contact: John Henderson Social Development Canada (SDC) administers Phone: (902) 759-8710 the Old Age Security (OAS) and Canada Valley Drug Mart Health Pension Plan (CPP) programs. You can contact (Middleton – Halifax) Social Development Canada to arrange an appointment or ask questions about CPP or Daily service is available to any patient who OAS. Seniors not receiving Old Age Security, has an appointment with a specialist in please call Social Development Canada. Halifax. Donations are greatly appreciated. For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 825-4822 SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 59 For more information, contact: Other Benefits Toll-free (English): 1-800-277-9914 Other benefits available through the Old Age Sans frais (Français): 1-800-277-9915 Security Program are: TTY: 1-800-255-4786 • Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) Websites: www.sdc-dsc.gc.ca www.seniors.gc.ca • Allowance (formally known as the Spouse’s Allowance) Old Age Security Program (OAS) • Allowance for the Survivor This monthly benefit is available to most (formally referred to as the Widowed Canadians 65 years of age or older. You must Spouse’s Allowance) apply for this pension benefit and you must Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) also meet OAS residence requirements. This benefit is a non-taxable, monthly benefit Your employment history is not a factor in paid to residents of Canada who receive a determining your eligibility, nor do you need basic, full, or partial Old Age Security pension, to be retired to receive this benefit. You can and who have little or no other income. To apply for OAS benefits any time from six determine if you qualify for the GIS, call months to a year before your 65th birthday. 1-800-277-9914. OAS benefits are indexed quarterly and are Remember, to receive the GIS you must subject to income tax. re-apply each year by filing an income state- The amount of your pension depends on how ment or completing an income tax return. long you have lived in Canada. If you do not have enough periods of residence in Canada to Allowance qualify for a pension, you may still qualify if This benefit provides a modest income if you you lived in and/or made social security have a low income, are 60 – 64 years old, and contributions in a country with which Canada are the spouse or common-law partner of an has a social security agreement. OAS pensioner. The Allowance stops when you Information for Higher Income Seniors become eligible for an Old Age Security pension at age 65, if you leave Canada for more than In 2004, pensioners with an individual net six months, if there is a change in your marital income above $59,790 will repay part or all of status, or if you die. You must re-apply every the maximum Old Age Security pension year for this benefit by filing an income state- amount. The repayment amounts are normally ment or completing an income tax return. deducted from their monthly payments before they are issued. The full OAS pension is Allowance for the Survivor eliminated when a pensioner’s net income is This benefit provides a modest income if you $97,075 or above. have a low income, are 60 – 64 years old, and if your spouse or common-law partner has Did You Know? died. The Allowance stops when you become eligible for an Old Age Security pension at age 14% of Nova Scotians are over 65. 65, if you leave Canada for more than six months, or if you die.

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If your income and/or marital status change, Canada Pension Plan (CPP) your benefit rate can go up or down, or stop This plan offers benefits to people who have altogether (i.e. you can’t qualify if you’ve contributed to the Canada Pension Plan or to remarried or entered a common-law relation- both the Canada Pension Plan and the Quebec ship since your partner’s death). Remember Pension Plan. You must apply for these benefits. that you could be entitled to benefits now The Canada Pension Plan, which began in even if you were turned down in the past. If 1966, provides benefits when a contributor to your benefits are stopped at any point, you the plan retires, becomes disabled, or dies. The should check each year after that to find out if amount of the benefit depends on the amount you qualify again. You must re-apply every of earnings and contributions to the plan. All year for this benefit. Canada Pension Plan benefits are paid out of Important Notes the CPP fund and are subject to income tax. • If you or your common-law partner receive Retirement Pension the GIS or Allowance based on “single” This is a monthly benefit payable to eligible status, you must declare both incomes to contributors who are 65 years of age or older. calculate your eligibility for GIS and the If you are 60 – 64 years of age, you may Allowance. Should you not declare your receive a reduced benefit if you are working common-law status, future benefits for part-time or have completely ceased working. these and other Government of Canada This benefit will continue even if you return programs may be affected. to work at a later date. Once you begin to • The GIS and the Allowances are intended receive your retirement pension you must stop for low-income seniors who live in Canada. contributing to the Canada Pension Plan. They must stop if you leave Canada for a When you become 65 years of age you do not period of more than six months, following need to stop work to receive these retirement the month of your departure. When you pension benefits. return to Canada, you can apply to have your benefits restored. Disability Pension • Your OAS pension, the GIS, and the This is a monthly benefit payable to eligible Allowances are adjusted every three months contributors who are disabled (according to for inflation. While the OAS pension is a the terms of CPP legislation), who are under taxable benefit, you are not taxed on the the age of 65, and who have made sufficient GIS or the Allowances. If you qualify for contributions to the plan. The Disability these benefits you may also be eligible for Pension includes benefits for dependent other programs or benefits offered by the children of disabled contributors. Province of Nova Scotia. Survivor’s Benefit For more information, contact: This is a monthly pension paid to the spouse or Social Development Canada common-law partner of a deceased contributor, Toll-free (English): 1-800-277-9914 if that contributor made sufficient contributions Sans frais (Français): 1-800-277-9915 to the plan. The amount of the pension is determined by the deceased’s contributions to

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 61 the plan, the age of the surviving spouse or common-law partner at the time of death, Provincial Financial whether there are dependent children, or if the surviving spouse or common-law partner Aid Programs is disabled. Death Benefit Property Tax Rebate This is a lump-sum benefit paid to the estate of Program the deceased contributor, if contributions were made to the plan for a minimum qualifying This program, administered by Service Nova period. Maximum Benefit: $2,500. Scotia and Municipal Relations, is designed to help eligible seniors remain in their own Children’s Benefit homes by providing them with an annual This benefit is paid on behalf of the dependent rebate on their municipal property taxes. children of a deceased contributor, if the The program provides eligible homeowners contributions have been made for a minimum with a 50 percent rebate on the municipal qualifying period. This is a flat-rate benefit. property taxes paid the previous year, up to a For more information, contact: maximum of $400 per year. The rebate in 2005 Toll-free (English): 1-800-277-9914 will be for property taxes paid in 2004. Sans frais (Français): 1-800-277-9915 Eligibility Veterans Affairs Canada You are eligible to receive the rebate if you meet the following criteria: Veterans Affairs Canada provides a variety of • You were receiving either the Guaranteed income and health-related programs to eligible Income Supplement (GIS) or the Allowance veterans and certain civilian groups. in January of this year. To find out if you For more information, contact: qualify for the GIS or the Allowance, call Social Toll-free (English): 1-866-522-2122 Development Canada at 1-800-277-9914. Sans frais (Français): 1-866-522-2022 • You are living in your home at the time you apply for the rebate and continue to reside Veterans’ Independence Program in the home. • Your 2004 property taxes were paid in full. The Veterans Independence Program (VIP) helps veterans and their spouses remain inde- Application Process pendent in their own homes or communities. Previous Applicants It is offered in combination with other federal, If you received the Property Tax Rebate last provincial, and municipal programs. For more year and were in receipt of the Guaranteed information about what VIP covers, or to Income Supplement or the Allowance in determine if you are eligible, contact Veterans January 2005, an application form will auto- Affairs Canada. matically be mailed to you in July. To receive For more information, contact: the rebate, simply complete the application Toll-free: 1-800-443-0382

62 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS form and return it to the Senior Citizens’ Eastern Region Financial Aid Program by December 31, 2005. Sydney: (902) 563-3300 New Applicants Glace Bay:(902) 842-4000 To determine your eligibility for the rebate, call Service Nova Scotia and Municipal North Sydney: (902) 794-5110 Relations, toll-free at 1-877-296-9338. If you Port Hawkesbury: (902) 625-0660 are eligible, an application form will be mailed Northern Region to you in August 2005. To receive the rebate, simply complete the application form and Antigonish: (902) 863-3213 return it to Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Colchester: (902) 893-5950 Relations by December 31, 2005. Cumberland: (902) 667-3336 For more information contact: Guysborough: (902) 533-4007 Senior Property Tax Rebate Program Pictou: (902) 755-7363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Business Registration Western Region PO Box 283 Annapolis: (902) 532-2358 Halifax NS B3J 2N7 Bridgewater:(902) 543-5527 Phone (Halifax): (902) 424-4500 Digby: (902) 245-5811 Toll Free: 1-877-296-9338 Hants: (902) 798-8319 Seniors Special Assistance Kings: (902) 678-6176 Queens: (902) 354-2771 Funding may be available, on an exceptional Shelburne: (902) 637-2335 basis, to low income seniors who have special needs and no means of paying to have those Yarmouth: (902) 742-0741 needs met. To qualify, all other funding sources must be explored including the federal Old Age Security Program and Guaranteed Income Vital Statistics and Supplement. For more information or to dis- Proof of Age cuss your eligibility, contact the Department of Community Services Field Office nearest you. Birth, Marriage, and Field Offices Death Certificates Central Region Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations, Vital Statistics issues birth, marriage and death Cole Harbour: (902) 435-7472 certificates for persons who were born, married Dartmouth (Portland): (902) 424-1600 or died in Nova Scotia. Halifax: (902) 424-4150 You may request a birth, marriage or death Sackville: (902) 869-3600 certificate by contacting Vital Statistics in person, by mail, fax or e-mail.

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 63 When you apply for a birth certificate, you Proof of Age must give your full name (first, middle, and Many reductions and benefits are available to last); the date and place of birth, your parents’ seniors. To receive them you are expected to full names (including mother’s maiden name) prove your age. Many businesses will accept and your father’s and mother’s birth place. For your Old Age Security (OAS) Identification marriage certificates, you must provide the Card, passport, driver’s license, or a general names of both parties to the marriage and the photo ID card, such as the one available from date and place of marriage. For death certifi- the Registry of Motor Vehicles. cates, you will need to give the name of the deceased and the date and place of death. You Seniors’ Card (OAS) must also state the reason for your request. You will receive an Old Age Security (OAS) The fee for each short form certificate is Identification Card in the mail the same $26.50. A detailed certificate is $32.00. Visa or month you receive your first OAS cheque. MasterCard are accepted. For more information, contact: If you were born outside Nova Scotia, the Vital Social Development Canada Statistics Office may be able to give you inform- Toll-free (English): 1-800-277-9914 tion on where to write for your birth certificate. Sans frais (Français): 1-800-277-9915 Counter service is available 8:30 – 4:30, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. Photo IDs For more information, contact: Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations offers an identification card service. For more Vital Statistics Office information about what is required to obtain a 1690 Hollis Street, PO Box 157 photo ID or office locations, please contact the Halifax, NS B3J 2M9 number below. Phone (Halifax): (902) 424-5851 The fee for the service is $14.60 and the card is Toll-free: 1-800-898-7668 valid for five years. E-mail: [email protected] For more information, contact: Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/vstat Phone (Halifax): (902) 424-5851 Toll-free: 1-800-898-7668 Baptismal Certificates Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/RMV/other/ The church where you were baptized may sup- idcard.asp ply you with a baptismal certificate. If you do not know the specific church, write the central Passports office of your religious denomination, which Your passport can be used for identification may have duplicate records. purposes (see page 46 for more information.)

A medication record lists your medications, allergies and medical conditions. This helps your doctor and pharmacist decide what’s best for you. Call 1-800 363-0203 to obtain Knowledge is the best medicine and a free Medication Record.

64 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS For more information, contact: Taxes Alice Evong Phone: (902) 426-5149 Personal Income Tax Toll-free: 1-888-704-8110 Canadian citizens are required to fill out forms Service for Seniors to calculate the amount of taxes they should pay each year. These must be returned to the A new income tax filing service is available to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), formerly seniors who meet certain criteria. In February called Revenue Canada. 2004, those eligible for this service will receive a letter in the mail inviting them to file their Depending on your situation and if you filed 2004 income tax return for free using a touch- an income tax return last year, you may tone telephone. The service requires clients to receive a personalized income tax package identify themselves and answer a few “yes” or through the mail. “no” questions. During the assessment General income tax returns and guides are process, the client’s income will be included available from your income tax office or local automatically using Canada Revenue post office. It is now possible to file your Information. As well, the client will be allowed income tax return via the internet. the basic personal amount, age amount and, if When calling about your income tax, be sure applicable, the disability amount. Clients do not to have your questions ready and your tax have to prepare their income tax return prior papers handy. to using Service for Seniors. After they have filed, For more information, contact: a Notice of Assessment will be issued to confirm Canada Revenue Agency the amount of their Old Age Security (OAS), Automated Information: 1-800-267-6999 Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Quebec Pension Refund Enquiries: 1-800-959-8281 Plan (QPP),or Net Federal Supplements. Income Tax Enquiries: 1-800-959-8281 Service for Seniors: Eligibility Criteria Forms and Publications: 1-800-959-2221 • Over age 65 Website: www.cra-arc.gc.ca/forms • Only income in 2003 was from Old Age Community Volunteer Security (OAS), Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Income Tax Program Quebec Pension Plan (QPP), or Net Federal Supplements. If you need help completing your income tax • Taxable income in 2003 was less than return and have limited income, ask Canada $10,500 or $15,000 if the client is entitled Customs Agency for a list of the volunteer tax to the disability amount. clinics in your area. To use Service for Seniors, call Canada Revenue The clinics are offered free of charge through- Agency’s existing TELEFILE service at out Nova Scotia from the end of March to the 1-800-959-1110. Once you enter your social end of April. insurance number and access code, the Telefile If you would like to offer your services as a service will know if you are eligible to use the volunteer, training is provided. new service.

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 65 Caregiver Tax Tips Seniors are entitled to a number of tax credits Legal Matters including: Basic Personal Credit, Age Credit, Nova Scotia Department of Justice Personal Disability Credit, and Credits for Medical Expenses. Caregivers are also entitled to The Department of Justice has a number of additional tax credits, including: Caregiver resources to help seniors who have been vic- Credit, Spousal Credit, Dependent Disability timized by crime. Victim Services staff are Credit, Spousal Transfer Credit, Eligible there to help you deal with trauma resulting Dependent Credit, and Infirm Dependent Credit. from a crime. They can help prepare a victim impact statement and provide information to For more information, refer to your tax guide, help you understand the criminal justice system. speak with a financial advisor, or call the Canada Revenue Agency at1-800-959-8281. Victim Services has four regional offices in Dartmouth, Kentville, New Glasgow, and Sydney. GST Credit Its toll-free number is 1-888-470-0773. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Credit is To help fight fraud against seniors and elder designed to offset the cost of the GST for abuse, resource material is available on the individuals and families with moderate or internet (see address below). lower incomes. For more information, contact: To apply, you must file a tax return and 5151 Terminal Road, PO Box 7 complete the Goods and Services Tax Credit Halifax, NS B3J 2L6 information section on Page 1 of your tax Phone: (902) 424-4030 return. If you are eligible, you will receive Website: www.gov.ns.ca/just payments in July, October, January, and April. Only one member of each family unit is Legal Information Society eligible to apply. of Nova Scotia For more information, contact: The Society helps Nova Scotians find out about Canada Revenue Agency the law. Information and resources are available Phone: (902) 426-3972 on such topics as wills, family and criminal law, Toll-free: 1-800-959-1953 powers of attorney, guardianship, and many Website: www.cra-arc.gc.ca/benefits other legal topics. The Society also supplies legal pamphlets and operates a speakers bureau. When You Retire A Seniors and the Law information kit is This pamphlet highlights tax topics of available for purchase from the society. Single importance to retirees. To obtain a copy, call copies of the following pamphlets are available Canada Revenue Agency at 1-800-959-2221. free of charge from either the Society at 454-2198 or Senior Citizens’ Secretariat at 1-800-670-0065. They are also available on the Society’s website. This fall, get your flu shot! • Patients’ Rights • The Public Trustee • Elder Abuse (The Adult Protection Act)

66 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Some of Your Government Representatives

Jerry Pye M.L.A. Serving the people of

NDP Critic for Seniors, and the Disabled Persons Commission 461-6111 Fax: 461-1895 [email protected] 25 Crystal Drive B3A 4L3

Marilyn More, MLA Diana Whalen, MLA -PORTLAND VALLEY A Strong Voice for Halifax Clayton Park 135 Portland Street, Dartmouth, 287 Lacewood Drive, Suite 303 Nova Scotia B2Y 1H9 Halifax, NS B3M 3Y7 Phone: 443-8318 • Fax: 445-9287 phone: 463-6673 fax 463-4973 Email: [email protected] [email protected]

ODGER UZNER MP R C , Carolyn Serving the people MLA of Cape Breton - Canso Bolivar-Getson Serving Cape Breton North Proud to be serving Lunenburg West Seniors 78 Commercial St. 410 King Street, 794-4060 Dominion, NS Bridgewater, N.S. B4V 1A9 For assistance contact or TEL: 842-9763 Ph. 902 530 0001 visit our office: FAX: 842-9025 Fax: 902 530 0004 176 Commercial St., North Sydney TOLL FREE: 1-866-282-0699 E-mail: [email protected] MLA1 Some of Your Government Representatives

David Wilson MLA Serving Sackville-Cobequid

51 Cobequid Road, Suite 105 Lower Sackville, N.S. B4C 2N1 Ph: 864 0396 Fax: 864 8409 E-Mail [email protected]

MLA To contact my office: MLA Serving Queens 212 Main St. P.O. Box 1750 6 McFarlane Street Liverpool, N.S. B0T 1K0 Springhill, N.S. Ph. (902) 354-3538 B0M 1X0 Fax (902) 354-2851 Ph: 902 597 1998 1-866-359-2797 Fax 902 597 8080 E-mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected]

JAM IE MU IR ERNEST L. FAGE MLA Harold (Jr.) Theriault, MLA JAMIEM.L.A. MUIR Re prese ntingM.L.A. B ible H ill, Millbrook, Digby/Annapolis Salmon R iver a nd Tr uro Office Hou rs: Mon .-Thu rs. 8 :30 a .m. - 1 :00 p .m. Representing2:00 Bible p .m. - 4 : 30Hill, p .m. Working Millbrook,28A Esplanade Salmon (Truro Cen Rivertre) Truro, N .S. B2N 2 K3 With You 893-8679and Truro Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 1:00pm 103 South Albion St. 2:00pm - 4:30 pm Amherst, N.S. B4H 2X2 28A Esplanade (Truro Centre) Phone 667-2332 MLA2 Truro, NS B2N 2K3 Fax 667-1520 199323 893-8679 Email: [email protected] Some of Your Government Representatives

Ronald S. Russell CHARLIE MLA - PARKER PO Box 1411 MLA 170 Water Street Working Shelburne, N.S. Serving B0T 1W0 for you Ph: 902 875 3922 Fax: 902 875 3872 E-Mail: 49 Water Street [email protected] 100 King Street, PO Box 149 Pictou N.S. BOK 1HO Windsor Nova Scotia Ph: 798-5779 Phone (902) 485-4550 Fax: 798-4093 Fax (902) 485-7088 Cecil O’Donnell MLA E-mail: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Serving Shelburne County Geoff Regan MP MLA Halifax Kings West North 1496 Bedford Highway Suite 222, Bedford, N.S. “Listening Gordie Gosse MLA B4A 1E5 to your Serving Cape Breton Nova Ph. (902) 426-2217 758 Victoria Road, Sydney, N.S. B1N 1J6 Fax (902) 426-8339 concerns.” E-Mail: [email protected]

Ph: (902) 564 9161 Email: [email protected] MLA3 Ph. 902-678-2730 • Fax 902-678-4236 Fax: (902) 564 9975 www.geoffregan.com

• Living Wills The Law and Older Nova Scotians • Making a Will This publication, published by Canadian • When You Need Help to Manage in Your Home Pensioners Concerned (CPC), is a handbook of • Collection Agencies federal and Nova Scotia law and other related • Consumer Reporting Agencies issues of interest and importance to Nova • Guardianship of Adults Scotia seniors. • Power of Attorney For more information, contact: Joan Lay, President, CPC • Homes for Special Care 7071 Bayers Road , Box 22084 • Common Law Halifax, NS B3L 4T7 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 455-7684 5523B Young Street E-mail: [email protected] Halifax, NS B3K 1Z7 Website: www3.ns.sympatico.ca/cpc Phone: (902) 454-2198 E-mail: [email protected] Public Trustee Website: www.legalinfo.org The Public Trustee is a lawyer named by the Legal Information Line and provincial government to help adults and Lawyer Referral Service children who are unable to look after their financial affairs. The Public Trustee serves The Legal Information Society operates a legal several functions, including: information line and lawyer referral service. Legal information is available Monday to • Managing the estates of people who need Friday, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm and Tuesday and someone they can trust to handle their Wednesday, 5:00 – 7:00 pm, from September finances. In some cases the Public Trustee until June. will help locate a friend or relative willing to act on an individual’s behalf. In other For more information, contact: cases, the Public Trustee may decide it is Phone: (902) 455-3135 appropriate for a bank or trust company to Toll-free: 1-800-665-9779 handle their affairs. Dial-A-Law • Administering the estates of a person who This service, managed by the Legal has died without leaving a will or where Information Society, provides general informa- there is a will but the executors or next of tion, 24 hours a day, on a wide variety of kin cannot or will not act. topics using brief tape-recorded messages. • Consenting to medical or surgical treatment Although the service is free, long distance of a mentally incompetent hospital patient charges apply if you live outside the Halifax when consent cannot be obtained from the calling area. Lawyers throughout the province patient’s guardian, spouse, or next-of-kin. volunteer their time to review the information Fees for services are based on a percentage of to keep it up to date. the value of a person’s estate. There is a To use this service, contact: minimum fee of $100 a year. Phone: (902) 420-1888

70 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS For more information, contact: Dalhousie Legal Aid Public Trustee of Nova Scotia Dalhousie Legal Aid provides legal services to PO Box 685 clients in the Halifax/Dartmouth metropolitan 5151 Terminal Road, Suite 201 area who fall within its financial and case Halifax, NS B3J 2T2 eligibility requirements. Dalhousie Legal Aid is Phone: (902) 424-7760 affiliated with the law school of Dalhousie Finding a Lawyer University. For information contact: Lawyers are listed in the yellow pages of the Reception, 2209 Gottingen Street phone book in alphabetical order and under Halifax, NS B3K 3B5 areas of practice. Phone: (902) 423-8105 Nova Scotia Legal Aid Legal aid may be granted to a person on social Small Claims Court assistance or in an equivalent financial posi- This court provides a quick, informal, and tion where there is merit in providing legal cost-effective method for deciding claims up to assistance for family and criminal law. For a $10,000 (not including interest). If you are Nova Scotia Legal Aid Office nearest you, refer making a claim, neither you nor the person to the government section of your telephone whom the claim is against will need a lawyer. directory, under the heading of Legal Aid. Small Claims Court is less formal than other For more information, contact: courts. The case is heard by an adjudicator, Office of the Executive Director not a judge. The adjudicator is a lawyer. Small 401-5475 Spring Garden Road Claims Court is usually held in the evenings. Halifax NS B3J 3T2 Contact the clerk of the Small Claims Court nearest you for more information. Look for Phone: (902) 420-6573 the telephone number in the government E-mail: [email protected] section of your telephone directory, under the Website: www.gov.ns.ca/just/legad.htm heading of “Courts.” J. E. RAMSAY LTD. Professional Hearing Services

HALIFAX 6156 Quinpool Rd. 423-7734 • TRURO 199 Willow St. Suite 105 • AMHERST 12 LaPlanche Street • Complete Hearing Evaluation • Audiologists on Staff 10% Senior Citizen Discount • Sales and Service of All Makes and “DVA Taps Card Accepted!” Models of Hearing Aids For An appointment Call TOLL FREE • Programmable and Digital Hearing Aids 1-800-565-1002 • Home Visits Available

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Nova Scotia and Complaints Human Rights Commission Reverse Mortgages The Commission is an independent govern- A reverse mortgage allows a homeowner to ment body charged with the administration of gain income by taking out a loan against their the province’s Human Rights Act which home. The amount available to you depends on protects Nova Scotians from discrimination. your age, your spouse’s age, and the location The Commission’s services include: and type of your home. • Providing free information, on a confiden- There may be benefits to getting a reverse tial basis, to people who believe they may mortgage, but it does not suit all personal and have experienced discrimination. financial situations. The Senior Citizens’ • Investigating complaints of discrimination. Secretariat has a collection of resources that • Providing education and information pro- will further your understanding of reverse grams on diversity and stopping sexual mortgages. This will help you decide if a harassment. reverse mortgage is right for you. • Consulting with organizations to help them To obtain a copy of the reverse mortgage set up their own policies and programs. information package, contact the Senior The Commission has offices in Halifax, Citizens’ Secretariat at 1-800-670-0065. Sydney, Digby, and New Glasgow. Canadian Home Income Plan For more information, contact: (CHIP) 6th Floor, Building 1690 Hollis Street Canadian Home Income Plan (CHIP) provides PO Box 2221 reverse mortgages to Canadian seniors. If you Halifax, NS B3J 3C4 are 62 or older and own your home, you may be eligible to get a reverse mortgage through Phone: (902) 424-4111 designated Canadian banks or investment and Toll-free: 1-877-269-7699 financial planning firms. E-mail: [email protected] For more information, contact: Website: www.gov.ns.ca/humanrights Canadian Home Income Plan 45 St. Clair Avenue West, Suite 600 Did You Know? Toronto, ON M4V 1K9 To stay independent you need to Toll-free: 1-888-522-2447 be able to reach, bend, lift, carry Better Business Bureau and move around easily. of the Maritime Provinces Inc. Staying physically active will help you The Better Business Bureau of the Maritime keep moving and stay strong. Provinces Inc. answers over 60,000 calls from consumers each year looking for information

72 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS on, or assistance with, firms doing business in For more information, contact: the Maritime Provinces. The CAMVAP program Phone: (902) 424-6331 also helps consumers resolve disputes with Toll-free: 1-800-670-4357 automobile manufacturers. Website: www.gov.ns.ca/enla/fin/fininst.htm For more information, contact: Don MacKinnon Concerns About Investments 1888 Brunswick Street, Suite 805 The Nova Scotia Securities Commission pro- Halifax, NS B3J 3J8 tects investors from practices and activities Phone: (902) 422-6581 that tend to undermine their confidence in Toll free: 1-800-422-5413 the fairness and efficiency of securities mar- E-mail: [email protected] kets. Call the Commission for a free copy of Website: www.bbbmp.ca the brochure, Protecting Your Finances: How To Avoid Investment Fraud and Scams. Concerns about Businesses For more information, contact: If you are concerned that the person or Nova Scotia Securities Commission business you are dealing with is not licensed Joseph Howe Building or providing adequate service, contact Service 2nd Floor, 1690 Hollis Street Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. PO Box 458, Halifax, NS B3J 2P8 This government department is responsible for Phone: (902) 424-7768 examining and licensing many business Website: www.gov.ns.ca/nssc people, including collection agencies, cemetery and funeral services, direct sellers, and Debtor Assistance mortgage brokers and lenders. This service provides financial counselling and Consumer complaints about the practices of assistance through legal options under the licensed individuals are carefully investigated, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act. These pro- particularly those related to trust monies. grams may provide you with flexibility in restructuring and repaying your debt. For more information, contact: Phone (Halifax): (902) 424-5200 For more information, contact: Toll-free: 1-800-670-4357 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Phone: (902) 424-5200 Concerns about Insurance and Toll-free: 1-800-670-4357 Financial Institutions Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/consumer/debtor/ If you are concerned about the business practices of financial institutions such as trust Nova Scotia and loan companies, credit unions, and insur- Office of the Ombudsman ance companies or agents, contact the The office of the Ombudsman provides an Department of Environment and Labour, independent, impartial, and unbiased investi- Financial Institution Division. gation into complaints against provincial and municipal government departments, agencies, and officials. Individuals are encouraged to

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 73 contact this office after you have advised the can pay to shop around. Obtain quotations government body of your concerns and have from a number of insurance providers and not been able to have the complaint resolved. compare both the coverage and the price. For more information, contact: Life Insurance PO Box 2152 For many people, the major obstacle to Halifax, NS B3J 3B7 purchasing life insurance is the existence of Phone: (902) 424-6780 medical problems. In some cases, seniors have Toll-free: 1-800-670-1111 health conditions that would result in denial Residential Tenancies of application for life insurance. Some and Condominiums companies will issue policies with a moderate amount of life insurance, say $25,000, to any- Tenancy complaints between landlords and one, regardless of health conditions. tenants are mediated by staff at Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. Issues dealt Home Insurance with may involve the return of security Seniors who own homes or condominiums or deposits, unpaid rent, the condition of an who live in rented premises should have their apartment, discontinuance of services, or other property insured. problems. Call today for information. Automobile Insurance Condominiums are also registered with the Contact the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat at department. If you have a concern about the 1-800-670-0065, for brochures about auto declaration, by-laws, and rules governing your insurance. condominium unit, contact the department for assistance. Health Insurance For more information, contact: Health insurance plans cover some of the Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations health benefits not provided by your provincial Phone: (902) 424-5200 health care program, such as semi-private Toll-free: 1-800-670-4357 hospital rooms, ambulance benefits, and Website: www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/consumer/resten vision care. Dental insurance is also available. Travel Health Insurance Insurance Travellers would be wise to purchase travel health insurance if they are leaving Canada Overview even for just a few hours. You may even consider purchasing it when you travel to Hints for Consumers another province, since some health services, Because of the importance of insurance in our such as ambulance fees, are not covered when lives, before you purchase insurance, it would be you are there. Travel health insurance policies wise to consult with a qualified insurance agent are available from a number of sources, or broker who is able to assess your needs and including insurance agents or brokers and give you advice on how to meet them. Regardless travel agents. of the type of insurance you are purchasing, it

74 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Insurance Providers For more information, contact: Refer to the yellow pages of your telephone IBC Atlantic Regional Office directory for local information on insurance 1969 Upper Water Street, Suite 1706 providers. Halifax, NS B3J 3R7 Phone: (902) 429-2730 ext. 227 Office of the Toll-free: 1-800-565-7189 Superintendent of Insurance Website: www.ibc.ca This Office enforces the Insurance Act. It licenses all insurers operating in the province Canadian Life and Health and all insurance agents/brokers, agencies, and Insurance Association adjusters. The Superintendent has the authority This association represents the interests of to take disciplinary actions if the Act is not insurance companies whose members provide followed. The Office responds to complaints, life and health insurance. Contact the inquiries, or information about insurance Association’s Consumer Assistance Centre for matters, but does not settle insurance claims. information and brochures. The Centre can A Consumer’s Guide to Buying Auto Insurance also help you resolve concerns and complaints is available from the office. or help you locate the lost policies of a For more information, contact: recently deceased family member. PO Box 2271 For more information, contact: Halifax, NS B3J 3C8 Toll-free: 1-800-268-8099 Phone: (902) 424-6331 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.clhia.ca Consumer Advocate for Auto Insurance Elder Abuse The Consumer Advocate listens to the concerns of individuals and groups regarding automobile Elder abuse is any action or inaction that insurance. This public input is used to develop threatens the health or well-being of a senior. more consumer-friendly policies. This includes all types of abuse such as physical, For more information contact: sexual, emotional and financial abuse as well George Jordan, Consumer Advocate as neglect and self-neglect. Elder abuse can Environment and Labour happen anywhere—at home, in the community Phone: (902) 424-2794 or in care facilities. If you or someone you know Toll-free: 1-800-898-7668 has been abused there are people and organi- E-mail: [email protected] zations who can help, including the following: Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) Senior Citizens’ Secretariat: For information about programs and services relating to elder IBC is the national trade association of abuse or advice about who to contact for help, insurance companies. Its members insure the call the Secretariat toll-free at 1-800-670-0065. homes, cars, and businesses of Canadians.

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Police: Abuse is a crime and may fall under the Criminal Code. If you know of a senior who Safety and you suspect is being abused, it is your duty to report it. If the situation is an emergency or if Fraud Prevention it could be dangerous, call 911. Adult Protection: If you know of a senior in Senior Citizens’ Secretariat need of protection, call Adult Protection A big issue for many seniors is safety—both Services at the Department of Health at physical and financial. Many organizations are 1-800-225-7225. Adult protection workers can available to help keep you safe but your best intervene and offer services to help those in defence is your own common sense and need of protection to live safely. They can also knowledge about how to protect yourself. answer questions about the Adult Protection Act. The Senior Citizens’ Secretariat has many (See page 102 for more information.) brochures and videos on seniors’ safety. For Help Lines more information call the Secretariat at (See page 31 for more information.) 1-800-670-0065. Criminal Injuries ABCs of FRAUD Counselling Program (Scotiabank Fraud Awareness Program) Consumer fraud, the #1 crime against seniors, If you have been the victim of a violent crime can create serious health and financial problems. (including home invasion) in Nova Scotia, you Public awareness is the most effective defence. may be eligible for paid professional coun- selling services to help you deal with the trauma In Nova Scotia, The ABCs of Fraud program is resulting from the crime. now managed by the Rotary Club of Halifax. This program is an educational and interactive For more information, contact: mix of presentations, skits, exercises and Department of Justice discussions to help you recognize potential Policing and Victim Services Division frauds and learn effective ways to protect your- Phone: (902) 424-2056 self. If your organization would like to arrange Toll-free: 1-888-470-0773 a free presentation for your group, please E-mail: [email protected] contact the Seniors’ Secretariat which will Victim Services direct your call. See page 66 for information about this service Phone: (902) 424-0065 (Metro) that helps individuals victimized by crime. Toll Free: 1-800-670-0065 Partners Against Crime and Did You Know? Theft (PACT) Physical activity is one of the most This program, sponsored by a partnership of important things you can do to maintain government and non-government organiza- your physical and mental health and tions, addresses the problem of fraud and quality of life as you get older. other thefts.

76 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS PACT focuses on educating seniors about tele- Annapolis County RCMP fraud and thefts. It also suggests ways to report Sharon Elliott suspected fraudulent activities. Victims of Bridgetown, NS telemarketing fraud in Nova Scotia lose more Phone: (902) 665-4481 than $4,000 per incident. Many of these (902) 825-2000 victims are seniors. (902) 638-8825 If you think you have been approached by a Antigonish RCMP telemarketing fraud firm or feel you may be a Kim Timmons victim, call: Phone: (902) 863-6500 • Your local police service Cole Harbour RCMP • Better Business Bureau of Nova Scotia Brian Veinot Toll-free: 1-800-422-5413 Phone: (902) 426-8703 • PhoneBusters Digby RCMP Toll-free: 1-888-495-8501 Brenda Lewis For a copy of PACT’s information brochure, Phone: (902) 245-2579 call the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat, at Enfield RCMP 1-800-670-0065 or visit www.gov.ns.ca/scs Dolly Mosher Phone: (902) 883-1569 RCMP Seniors’ Safety Program Fall River RCMP This program invites you to talk to an RCMP Charles Wagner representative in your own home about your Phone: (902) 860-4362 safety concerns. It is a way for seniors and the Pictou County RCMP RCMP to work together to help prevent crime Barbara Dewtie and keep communities safe. Stellarton, NS The program provides information on person- Phone: (902) 396-3855 al safety and household security, consumer Queens County RCMP frauds and scams, health and medication safety, Linda Wentzell and general information about the legal system. Milton, NS The program is free of charge. Phone: (902) 354-3691 For more information, contact: Windsor RCMP RCMP “H” Division Bonnie Cookson Sergeant Dale McLeod, Phone: (902) 798-2207 Community Policing PO Box 2286, 3139 Oxford Street Halifax, NS B3J 3E1 Did You Know? Phone: (902) 426-7075 Walking, stretching, and keeping your E-mail: [email protected] muscles in good condition will help you maintain your independence.

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 77 Highway Help Program Telephone Contact The Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Programs have created a program to ensure highway safety. Call Police signs hook onto car windows, Telephone contact programs are available in making them visible to passing motorists. Their various Nova Scotia communities to ensure purpose is to alert other drivers that help is seniors who live alone have regular contact needed and to call the police. Once the police with others. If you would like to participate, are notified, an officer will be dispatched to contact the program nearest you. assist the stranded driver. This system prevents drivers from having to leave their vehicle, Seniors Check-In Program especially in unsafe weather conditions. (Bridgewater) Call Police signs are available at Canadian Contact: Tire Stores. Constable Greg Smith For more information, contact: Bridgewater RCMP Toll-free: 1-888-466-5486 Phone: (902) 527-5555 Website: www.highwayhelp.org Northwood Telecare Safely Home: (Halifax Regional Municipality) Alzheimer Wandering Registry This service offers a reassuring daily phone call The Alzheimer Society of Canada, in to seniors or medically-at-risk people who live cooperation with the RCMP and local police, alone. If there is a problem, a family member offers a program to ensure those with or friend can be notified. Alzheimer’s, who may wander away from Phone: (902) 421-6387 home, are returned safely. After the completion of the program’s registration form and payment of a $25 Personal Emergency registration fee, the participant will receive a Response Systems bracelet, ID card, and a caregiver handbook. For more information contact: A personal emergency response system allows Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia seniors immediate, 24 hour access to Phone: (902) 422-7961 emergency help at the touch of a button. It Toll-free: 1-800-616-8816 also allows seniors’ families and friends to be reassured by knowing their loved ones are safe. There are several emergency response systems Become more physically active. to choose from and fees for the systems average $1 a day. The more you move, For more information about the emergency the better you feel! response systems available in the marketplace, contact the organizations below:

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Northwood Lifeline MedicAlert and Phone: (902) 492-3346 Canadian MedicAlert Foundation Toll-free: 1-800-461-3346 MedicAlert gives first-responders and health-care professionals instant access to a member’s per- Cape Support Systems Inc. sonal and medical information in an emergency. Phone: (902) 563-4020 The medical identification service offers you Toll-free: 1-866-635-1591 the following items: a customized bracelet or necklet inscribed with your ID number; Family 1st Medical a 24-hour emergency hotline available in over Phone: (902) 681-0202 100 languages, anywhere in the world; a com- Toll-free: 1-800-565-2021 puterized member record; and a wallet card. MedicAlert cannot be purchased in retail outlets. Medic Aid Response Systems Enrollment forms can be found in doctor’s Phone: (902) 454-8877 offices, clinics, pharmacies, and hospitals, or Toll-free: 1-800-565-9135 on the MedicAlert website. You can also call the national office and enroll by phone. Emergency Medical For more information, contact: Information Canadian MedicAlert Foundation 2005 Sheppard Avenue East, Suite 800 Toronto, Ontario M2J 5B4 Vial of Life Toll-free: 1-800-668-1507 The Vial of Life provides emergency medical E-mail: [email protected] personnel with vital and perhaps life-saving Website: www.medicalert.ca medical information about you if they are called to your home and find you unconscious Nova Scotia Emergency or very ill. Measures Organization The vial is a small plastic container. It contains a specially designed form on which you record (EMO) medical information such as your name, EMO is responsible for providing a prompt medical history, allergies, medications, blood and coordinated response to emergencies. A type, and a contact person. The vial is kept number of pamphlets have been developed to inside your fridge and a Vial of Life magnet is prepare citizens for emergencies related to floods, placed on the outside of your fridge to alert winter power failures, severe storms, winter emergency personnel to your vial. driving and preparing for the woods. Thanks to the efforts of local sponsors, the For more information, contact: Vial of Life kits are now available free of PO Box 2581 charge in many communities. To find out who Halifax, NS B3J 3N5 to contact in your area, call the Senior Citizens’ Phone: (902) 424-5620 Secretariat at 1-800-670-0065. Website: www.gov.ns.ca/emo

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 79 Housing

Various government departments and the specific types of housing can be found else- private sector are involved in the provision of where in Programs for Seniors. Just turn to the housing and care for seniors. Information on page numbers listed below. Housing and Care Options for Seniors Page Type of Housing or Description No. Care Facility 81 Houses, Condominiums, Personal dwellings that are available for purchase or rent and Apartments in the private market. 81 Co-operative Housing Housing units generally owned by a not-for-profit community group that has incorporated to provide housing for its members. Public Non-Profit Housing 81 Seniors Self-Contained Affordable apartment style rental units for low-income Apartments seniors and other individuals in need. 81 Congregate Housing/ Seniors apartment buildings with a live-in attendant who Supportive Housing provides residents with some assistance or referrals. 81 Enriched Housing Projects Apartment-style rental units for low-income seniors which are connected directly to nursing homes. Residents are able to purchase the support services they need such as meals, housekeeping, laundry, personal care, etc. 82 Assisted Living Facilities Privately-owned facilities designed to meet the needs of independent seniors who require accommodation and access to services such as meals, housekeeping, laundry service, care assistance, recreation programs, and fitness facilities. These homes are not licensed to provide care. 84 Boarding Homes Private homes providing accommodation, meals, and some support services to seniors. These homes are not licensed to provide care. 98 Community Based Homes approved by the Department of Health to provide Options for Seniors accommodation and Level 1 care* for one to three seniors. 98 Residential Care Facilities Licensed facilities providing accommodation and Level 1 care* to four or more persons. 98 Nursing Homes Licensed facilities providing accommodation and primarily Level 2 care** for one or more persons. * Level 1 Care: For those who need some ** Level 2 Care: For those who require help with supervision and limited help with personal care. personal care and professional nursing care.

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Houses, Condominiums, Congregate Housing/ and Apartments Supportive Housing These seniors apartment buildings have a live- A variety of housing options for seniors are in attendant who provides residents with some available for purchase or rent in the private assistance or referrals. For a list of these market. complexes, call your local housing authority listed below or the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Co-operative Housing at 1-800-670-0065. A co-operative housing complex is generally Enriched Housing owned by a not-for-profit community group These apartment style rental units are connected that has incorporated to provide housing for directly to nursing homes. Residents are able its members. to purchase the support services they need For more information, contact: such as meals, housekeeping, laundry, personal Co-operative Housing Foundation of Canada care, etc. For a list of these complexes, call Nova Scotia Office your local housing authority listed below. 1099 Marginal Road, Suite 201 Halifax, NS B4E 4P7 Housing Authorities Phone: (902) 423-7119 Annapolis Valley Housing Authority Toll-free: 1-866-213-2667 1005 Kentucky Court Website: www.chfc.ca New Minas, NS B4N 4N1 Phone: (902) 681-3179 Public Non-Profit Housing Toll-free: 1-800-441-0447 Cape Breton Island Housing Authority Information about seniors self-contained apart- 18 Dolbin Street ments, congregate housing/supportive housing, PO Box 1372 and enriched housing is available from your Sydney, NS B1P 6K3 local housing authority. See listing on this page. Phone: (902) 539-8520 Toll-free: 1-800-565-3135 Seniors’ Self-Contained Cobequid Housing Authority (Amherst) Apartments 144 Victoria Street East These apartment style rental units, located PO Box 753 throughout Nova Scotia, have affordable rental Amherst, NS B4H 4B9 rates for seniors and individuals in need. Some Phone: (902) 667-8757 apartments are designed for those with physical Toll-free: 1-800-939-3996 disabilities. Rent is based on an established Truro graduated income rental scale. For a list of these 9 Church Street apartment buildings call your local housing Truro, NS B2N 3Z5 authority listed below. Phone: (902) 893-7235 Toll-free: 1-877-846-0440 SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 81

Eastern Mainland Housing Authority Tri County Housing Authority 176 Archimedes Street 368 Main Street, Suite 206 PO Box 116 Yarmouth, NS B5A 1E9 New Glasgow, NS B2H 5E1 Phone: (902) 742-4369 Phone: (902) 752-1225 Toll-free: 1-800-306-3331 Toll-free: 1-800-933-2101 Metropolitan Housing Authority Housing Authority Boards 2131 gottingen Street, 5th Floor Each of the seven housing authorities has a Halifax, NS B3K 5Z1 Board which includes a tenant representative. Phone: (902) 420-6000 These Boards are responsible for tenant and Toll-free: 1-800-565-8859 applicant related issues and complaints. Normally South Shore Housing Authority tenants and applicants will attempt to sort out 821 King Street, Suite 4 their concerns with housing authority staff. Bridgewater, NS B4V 1B7 However, if either party is dissatisfied with the staff decision they may appeal the decision to Phone: (902) 543-8200 the Board. All requests for an appeal can be Toll-free: 1-888-845-7208 addressed to the Chairperson of the respective housing authority listed above.

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An affordable alternative with numerous options for you Our services are designed for those individuals who are capable of handling most of their own physical needs, but may require or desire assistance with some or all of the daily tasks of living. All ‘assisted living’ residents receive: • Meals prepared & delivered each day • Housekeeping service • Laundering of bedding • On-site recreational and social activities • On-site chapel & quiet room • On-site beauty salon • Weekly bathing assistance • Weekly medication management • Pharmacy, physician offices and physiotherapy clinic located on campus • Health Resource Centre located on campus Shoreham Village has private assisted living rooms, one and Call one of our professionals for details two bedroom assisted living apartments and self sufficient apartments. 469-7700 For information concerning availability 644 Portland St. Unit 5 contact: Dartmouth, NS B2W 6C4 Brian Selig [email protected] Administrator Mortgage Services Shoreham Village Certain terms and conditions apply, for a limited time only. (902) 275-5631 199310 199361

82 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Assisted Living Facilities Northwood Northwood Apartments offers These privately owned facilities are designed to • independent living apartments meet the needs of independent seniors who • Northwood Assisted Living require accommodations and access to services • Northwood Enriched Living such as meals, housekeeping, laundry service, • Special Needs of Deaf Seniors care assistance, recreation programs, and fitness facilities. The homes are not licensed to provide For more information, contact: care. Accommodation and service fees vary. Northwood Resident Services Phone: (902)454-3356 Metro Region Parkland Estates Halifax Arborstone Enhanced Care 126 Purcell’s Cove Road Aberdeen Hall, Bradford Hall, Halifax, NS B3P 1B5 Cameron Hall Phone: (902) 477-8051 3 Fairfax Drive E-mail: [email protected] Halifax, NS B3S 1J3 Phone: (902) 457-0234 The Berkeley Website: [email protected] Halifax Parkstone Enhanced Care and DePaul Hall Green Street 156 Parkland Drive Phone: (902) 429-2222 Halifax, NS B3S 1N9 Dartmouth Phone: (902) 446-7275 Eisner Boulevard E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (902) 434-9415 Victoria Hall Bedford 2438 Gottingen Street Convoy Run Halifax, NS B3K 3B9 Phone: (902) 835-6222 Phone: (902) 422-3969 Kingswood Residence Website: www.victoriahall.ca Phone: (902) 835-4998 E-mail: [email protected] Cape Breton Region Contact: Kris and Mariola Ganski Harbourstone Enhanced Care Maplestone Enhanced Care 84 Kenwood Drive 245 Main Avenue Sydney, NS B1S 3V7 Halifax, NS B3M 1B7 Phone: (902) 539-4560 Phone: (902) 443-1971 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Williston House Melville Heights 65 Churchill Drive 24 Ramsgate Lane Sydney, NS Halifax, NS B3P 2R6 Phone: (902) 539-5267 Phone: (902) 477-3313 E-mail: [email protected] Website:www.coveguesthome.com SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 83 North Shore Region Orchard View Apartments Cedarstone Enhanced Care/Parkland Estates c/o Grand View Manor 378 Young Street 110-A Commercial Street Truro, NS B2N 7H2 Berwick, NS B0P 1E0 Phone: (902) 895-2891 Phone: (902) 538-3118 E-mail: [email protected] Boarding Homes Valley Region

Gladys M. Manning Retirement Community These private homes provide accommodation, 530 College Road meals, and support services to seniors. They are Windsor, NS B0N 2T0 not licensed to provide care and are unregulated. Phone: (902) 798-0441 Before deciding if one of these facilities is right E-mail: [email protected] for you, consider visiting the home to view the Kingsway Gardens Retirement Residence accommodations. Find out about the services Phone: (902) 798-5075 it offers and its fees. Toll-free: 1-877-898-2122 You may apply to boarding homes directly and E-mail: [email protected] pay the accommodation and service fees your- Website: www.kingswaygardens.ns.ca self. Should your resources not be sufficient to support these fees, you may call the Continuing ® Care toll-free line at 1-800-225-7225, for VitalAire consultation about placement in a facility that Healthcare participates in the Department of Health’s Home Oxygen Services single entry access system for continuing care. Assisted Living Complex Obstructive Sleep Apnea Diagnostics and Treatment Adjoining Grand View Manor CPAP/Bilevel Contracted Vendor of Housing Services, Large one & two Home Oxygen Bedroom Units Rent for Home Care Nova Scotia Department of Includes: CCHSA Accredited Homecare Community Services Daily Meal, Weekly Provider Housekeeping, Call or visit our professional Emergency Power staff at: Housing Services is responsible for provincial and Utilities. 10 Morris Drive, Unit 6 housing initiatives including program delivery, Optional Services Dartmouth, N.S. 450-5162 available 24/7 Rm. 3083, Abbie Lane Bldg. social housing operation, and residential land 5909 Veteran’s Memorial Lane Include: Personal Halifax, N.S. 473-7887 development. Services are provided through four Care, Bathing, 40 Spruce St., regional offices and seven housing authorities. medication Sydney, N.S. 539-3660 Contact information for the Regional and Management, Or Call Emergency call New Glasgow . . . . . 752-4117 District Housing Offices can be found below. Pendants and Yarmouth ...... 663-2401 Housing Authorities are listed on page 81. Laundry. 199072 Kentville ...... 678-0644 Toll Free . . . . 1-800-361-5939 For more information, contact: Housing Services Head Office 110 Commercial St.,Berwick,NS TOLL FREE 1-800-361-5939 PO Box 696 (902) 538-3118 199312 Halifax, NS B3J 2T7

84 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Phone: (902) 424-3280 PO Box 1267 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/coms/hous Sydney, NS B1P 5L1 Regional/District Housing Offices Phone: (902) 563-2120 Toll-free: 1-800-567-2135 Amherst District Office Central Regional Office 144 East Victoria Street 176 Archimedes Street PO Box 486 PO Box 481 Amherst, NS B4H 4A1 New Glasgow, NS B2H 5E5 Phone: (902) 667-1161 Toll-free: 1-800-933-2101 Phone: (902) 755-5065 Toll-free: 1-800-933-2101 Bridgewater District Office Metro Regional Office 821 King Street, Suite 4 PO Box 2462 Bridgewater, NS B4V 1B7 2131 Gottingen Street, Suite 502 Phone: (902) 543-7336 Halifax, NS B3J 3E4 Toll-free: 1-800-278-2144 Phone: (902) 424-5110 Cape Breton Regional Office Toll-free: 1-800-774-5130 Provincial Building 360 Prince Street, Suite 22

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 85 Truro District Office • Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Programs 9 Church Street • Senior Citizens’ Assistance Program Truro, NS B2N 3Z5 • Small Loans Assistance Program Phone: (902) 893-5999 • Home Preservation Program (Affordable Toll-free: 1-800-933-2101 Housing Program) Western Regional Office For more information or to apply for a home- 101 Maggee Drive improvement grant or loan, contact the PO Box 1000 Regional or District Housing Office nearest you. Middleton, NS B0S 1P0 Phone: (902) 825-3481 Grants for Home Repairs Toll-free: 1-800-564-3483 (do not have to be repaid) Home Improvement Provincial Housing Emergency Grants and Loans Repair Program (PHERP) Provides grants of up to $5,000 to lower- income households to carry out emergency The following home improvement grants and and health and safety-related repairs to their loans programs are offered through the homes. The income limit on eligibility varies Department of Community Services, Housing depending on location and household size. Services. The programs are intended to help low income seniors and families maintain Senior Citizens’ Assistance Program their homes: (SCAP) • Access-A-Home Program Provides grants of up to $5,000 to seniors who • Emergency Repair Program are at least 65 years of age, to carry out emergency and health and safety-related repairs • Family Modest Housing Program to their homes. The amount of the grant avail- • Home Adaptations for Seniors’ Independence able depends on the household income level. • Parent Apartment Program The income limit for eligibility varies depend- • Provincial Housing Emergency Repair Program ing on location and household size.

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86 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Access-A-Home Program Help for Major Repairs and Provides grants of up to $3,000 to help home- Adaptations owners renovate their homes to make them wheelchair accessible. The amount of the grant Residential Rehabilitation Assistance available depends on the applicant’s income Program (Homeowner RRAP) level. The annual income limit for eligibility is Provides a forgivable loan of up to $16,000 to $30,000. qualifying homeowners who own and occupy Emergency Repair Program (ERP) sub-standard housing, to make repairs so that the home will meet minimum health and safety Assists eligible homeowners in rural areas to standards. The amount of assistance available carry out urgent repairs to deal with health depends on the cost of modifications. The and safety hazards. Examples include repairs to income limit for eligibility varies depending unsafe wiring and heating systems and on location and household size. installing new wells and septic systems. The maximum grant available is $6,000. The Disabled Residential Rehabilitation income limit for eligibility varies, depending Assistance Program (Disabled RRAP) on location and household size. Provides a forgivable loan of up to $16,000 to Provincial Loan and Mortgage qualifying homeowners to carry out work Programs needed to modify homes occupied by someone with a disability. The amount of assistance Family Modest Housing Program available depends on the cost of the modifica- Provides mortgage funds of up to $70,000 for tions, household income, and household size. Nova Scotians to build or buy a modest house. The income limit for eligibility varies, depend- Annual income must be less than $50,000. ing on location and household size. Parent Apartment Program (PAP) Home Adaptations for Seniors’ Independence (HASI) Provides homeowners with loans of up to $25,000 for the creation of affordable accom- Provides financial assistance of up to $3,500 to modation for family members who are at least qualifying homeowners and tenants who have 50 years of age. Parent apartments may be located either within or attached to existing Seaview Manor Corporation single-family houses. The annual income of Seaview Manor is a fully accredited the parent(s) must be less than $20,000. continuing care facility. Small Loans Assistance Program 101 permanent beds 2 respite beds (SLAP) Seaview Manor Corporation will provide continuing care to Provides homeowners with loans of up to residents of the Cape Breton District Health Authority. $20,000 for home renovations, additions, or Programs and services will be based on assessed needs, keeping in mind quality-of-life, respect and dignity of all. repairs. Annual income must be less than 275 South Street, Glace Bay, NS B1A 1W6 $35,000. (902) 849-7300 190846

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 87 their landlord’s consent, to carry out home adaptations needed to extend the time that Provincial Health lower-income seniors, who are at least 65 years old, can live in their home independently. The Services income limit for eligibility varies, depending on location and household size. Nova Scotia’s Home Maintenance Health Care System The Nova Scotia government is committed to Energy Use in the Home ensuring that everyone in Nova Scotia has The Nova Scotia Department of Energy provides access to a quality health care system that is a toll free telephone line for Nova Scotians who integrated, community-based, and sustainable. have questions about energy use in the home, Nova Scotia’s health system is comprised of including insulation, windows, heating systems, the Department of Health, Office of Health condensation, and energy conservation. Pro-motion, nine District Health Authorities For more information, contact: (DHAs), 37 Community Health Boards (CHBs), Toll-free:1-800-670-4636 and a Provincial Health Care Centre. Each Website: www.gov.ns.ca/energy organization has an important role to play in planning for and delivering health care Nova Scotia Home Builders services to Nova Scotians. Association (NSHBA) A helpful information package on home reno- Office of vations, including a list of members who are Health Promotion professional, reputable renovators, is available from NSHBA, a non-profit organization of inde- The Office of Health Promotion is working to pendent home builders, renovators, and corpo- improve the long-term health and physical rate members. The association works to well-being of Nova Scotians by reducing improve the housing industry. health disparities and providing opportunities For more information, contact: to live a healthy lifestyle. The office is responsi- 15A Oland Crescent (Bayers Lake Business Park) ble for sport and recreation, tobacco control, Halifax, NS B3S 1C6 addiction services, preventative health, injury Phone: (902) 450-5554 prevention, and healthy eating. Toll-free: 1-800-668-2001 For more information, contact: E-mail: [email protected] Louann Scallion-Morine Website: www.nshba.ns.ca PO Box 488 Halifax, NS B3J 2R8 Phone: (902) 424-4807 This fall, get your flu shot. E-mail: [email protected] It could save your life!

88 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Nova Scotia improves health. Community Health Boards Department of Health develop health plans for local needs, help sup- port local health initiatives, engage in public The Department of Health has many responsi- consultation, and nominate individuals for bilities related to the overall functioning of the membership on the Board of Directors of health care system, including health planning District Health Authorities. and evaluation. It is also responsible for the For more information, contact: province-wide management and delivery of South Shore Health Insured Services, Emergency Health Services, Serving Lunenburg and Queens Counties and Continuing Care Services. 90 Glen Allan Drive For general information, contact: Bridgewater, NS B4V 3S6 Department of Health Phone (Liverpool area): (902) 527-5202 Joseph Howe Building, 1690 Hollis Street (902) 354-3436 PO Box 488 South West Health Halifax, NS B3J 2R8 Serving Shelburne, Yarmouth, and Digby Phone: (902) 424-5818 Counties Toll-free: 1-800-387-6665 Yarmouth Regional Hospital 60 Vancouver Street District Health Authorities Yarmouth, NS B5A 2P5 and Phone: (902) 742-3541 ext. 117 Community Health Boards Annapolis Valley Health Serving Annapolis and Kings Counties Many community programs and services are PO Box 490, 121 Orchard Street offered through the District Health Berwick, NS B0P IE0 Authorities. Together with the Community Phone: (902) 538-3431 Health Boards in each health district, District Colchester East Hants Health Authority Health Authorities work hard to understand Serving Colchester County and most of the communities and plan health services and Municipality of East Hants programs to meet the needs of local people. Colchester Regional Hospital District Health Authorities are responsible for 207 Willow Street hospitals and offer a full range of patient care Truro, NS B2N 5A1 programs and support services. They also offer Phone: (902) 893-5554 ext.2119 health promotion, primary prevention, and Cumberland Health Authority treatment programs through public health, Serving Cumberland County mental health, addiction services, and 34 Prince Arthur Street provincial programs. Amherst, NS B4H 1V6 Community Health Boards are made up of Phone: (902) 661-1090 volunteers who work with residents of the health districts to build a health system that meets the needs of local communities and

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 89 Pictou County Health Authority Nova Scotia Serving Pictou County Health Insurance Aberdeen Hospital 835 East River Road Nova Scotia’s health insurance plans, generally New Glasgow, NS B2H 3S6 referred to as Medical Services Insurance (MSI), Phone: (902) 752-8311 provide eligible residents with coverage for Guysborough Antigonish Strait medically required hospital, medical, dental, Health Authority and optometry services, with some restrictions. Serving Antigonish, Guysborough, Richmond The pamphlet, Insured Health Services in Nova Counties and the southern portion of Scotia, provides detailed information about Inverness County eligibility, registration, and the plans them- St. Martha’s Regional Hospital selves. Copies are available from the MSI office. 25 Bay Street For more information, contact: Antigonish, NS B2G 2G5 Medical Services Insurance (MSI) Phone: (902) 867-4273 7 Spectacle Lake Drive Cape Breton District Health Authority Dartmouth, NS B3B 2S1 Serving Cape Breton, Victoria, and Phone: (902) 496-7008 Inverness Counties Toll-free: 1-800-563-8880 235 Townsend Street NSPC Building 2nd floor Eligibility Sydney, NS BIP 5E7 To be eligible for insured health services under Phone: (902) 563-2402 the health insurance plans you must be: Capital Health • a Canadian citizen or be legally entitled to Serving Halifax Regional Municipality, West remain in Canada Hants, and Mount Uniacke • a permanent resident of Nova Scotia Suite 2142, 1796 Summer Street • ordinarily present in Nova Scotia for at least Halifax, NS B3H 3A7 six months in a 12 month period. Phone: (902) 473-2058 Some people are not eligible for insurance Provincial Health Care Centre coverage in Nova Scotia, as they are covered by IWK Health Centre other health plans. These include: regular PO Box 9700 members of the RCMP and the Canadian 5850/5980 University Avenue Forces, tourists and visitors to the province, Halifax, NS B3K 6R8 students from other provinces, and inmates of Phone: (902) 470-6629 federal penitentiaries. Toll Free: 1-888-470-5888 Persons moving to Nova Scotia from elsewhere Website: www.iwk.nshealth.ca in Canada will become eligible for insured health services programs on the first day of the third month following the month in which they become a resident of Nova Scotia.

90 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS During this waiting period, you will continue to Ambulance Services receive coverage from your former province of residence. It is your responsibility to contact that You are highly advised to call Emergency province to ensure your coverage is continued. Health Services (EHS) ambulance for medical Persons from outside Canada establishing emergencies. Dial 911 for help. Highly trained permanent residence in Nova Scotia may apply paramedics can provide immediate assistance for coverage. Please contact the MSI office for to minimize further injury, especially in cases details. of suspected stroke or heart attack. Payment Registration plans are available, so don’t let the cost of an You can register through the MSI office by ambulance prevent you from calling 911. It phone or in person. can make the difference between life and death. If your ambulance bill is related to a motor Nova Scotia Health Cards vehicle accident or work-related injury and you When your application has been processed, each have Stipulated Third Party Insurance, you must member of your family will receive a Nova Scotia submit your bill to your insurer for payment. Health Card which must be presented whenever you require insured services. Please carry your Users of ambulance services pay a portion of signed health card with you at all times. the cost of providing the service. Renewal Tip: Since ambulance fees are not an insured Nova Scotia Health Cards have a four-year service, anyone who travels outside of Nova term. Renewal notices will be mailed three Scotia may wish to purchase travel insurance to months prior to the expiry date. There is no cover ambulance fees incurred in other provinces. charge to renew your card. If you use an Ambulance Fees expired health card, you may be asked to pay Payment plans are available to low income for services. seniors upon request. The following fees are Lost or Stolen Cards subject to change: There is a $10 charge to replace a lost or stolen No Fee: There is no fee for medically essential card. Visit or contact the MSI office at the transportation between approved health care address and phone number listed above. facilities providing you are a resident of Nova Change of Address Scotia with a valid MSI card. The same It is in your best interest to ensure MSI has pertains to the transportation of Acute Home your most up-to-date contact information and Care patients. mailing address. When you have a new $120: Applies to an individual who is address, you should contact MSI. transported from an incident location to an approved facility, providing they have a valid MSI card. The same fee will apply to an indi- A regular pap test vidual who is transported from an approved could save your life! facility to their place of residence, with a physician’s approval.

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 91 Note: The fees listed above pertain to patients you can make a formal appeal. Appeals who do not have stipulated third-party insurance packages can be obtained through the billing coverage. The fees below apply only to patients department at the numbers listed below. with that insurance coverage. For more information, contact: $150: Applies to a mobility challenged patient EHS NS Billing Administration whose transport either begins or ends at their Phone: (902) 832-8337 place of residence and is to or from an Toll-free: 1-888-280-8884 approved facility, physician’s office, dentist’s or office, physiotherapist’s facility, or respite care Paul Maynard, Supervisor facility. Written approval from a physician is Phone: (902) 832-5500 required to obtain the mobility challenged rate. E-mail: [email protected] $600: Applies to an individual who is trans- Website: www.gov.ns.ca/health/ ported from a motor vehicle collision to an Seniors’ approved facility. The same fee will apply if an individual has a work related injury and Workers’ Pharmacare Program Compensation coverage. Pharmacare is a provincial drug insurance plan $600: Applies to all non-interfacility trans- that helps seniors with the cost of their ports for Non-Nova Scotian, Canadian citizens. prescription drugs. More detailed information $900: Applies to all transports for Non- is available on the Department of Health web- Canadian citizens. site at www.gov.ns.ca/health/pharmacare . * These rates are subject to change without notice. To request a print copy of the website informa- tion, contact the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat at Payment Process 1-800-670-0065. An invoice will be sent to you in the mail To apply for Pharmacare, contact: advising you of the fee and where to send Seniors Pharmacare Program your payment. PO Box 9322, Station A Special Arrangements: If you cannot afford to Halifax, NS B3K 6A1 pay the invoice all at once, contact the billing Phone: (902) 429-6565 office nearest you to set up payment arrange- Toll-free: 1-800-544-6191 ments. This will make it possible for you to Website: www.gov.ns.ca/health/pharmacare/ pay the invoice over time, interest free, until such time as the invoice is paid in full. As long Eligibility as there is an amount owing, an invoice will You are eligible to join Pharmacare if: be sent to you each month. • You are a Nova Scotia resident. Appeal Process: If you feel you have been billed • You have a valid Nova Scotia Health Card incorrectly or have an issue with the service • You are at least 65 years old; and you you received, you should discuss the matter do NOT have drug coverage through with your local billing office. If the matter Veterans Affairs Canada, First Nations and cannot be resolved by the billing administrator, Inuit Health, or a private drug plan*.

92 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Note: Members of the Public Service Health brand and have had a reaction to it, and your Care Plan who receive the Guaranteed Income doctor reports this reaction to Pharmacare, the Supplement (GIS) are eligible for Pharmacare. program may pay for the brand-name drug. New Residents Application Process Seniors who move to Nova Scotia must apply You are eligible for Pharmacare on the first day for and receive a Nova Scotia Health Card of the month in which you turn 65. An before applying for Pharmacare. information package will be sent to you two to Benefits three months prior to that date. Once Pharmacare has received any required The Nova Scotia Formulary details which payments, prescriptions can be billed to the drugs and supplies are benefits under the program. To join the program, you must Pharmacare program. The Formulary is complete the enclosed application form and managed by a committee of experts who send any payment required to Pharmacare. decide which drugs should and should not be Note: When filling a prescription, make sure you covered by Pharmacare. The experts include notify the pharmacy of your Pharmacare coverage. family doctors, geriatricians, pharmacists, and drug information specialists. The formulary is Pharmacare Card available on the Department of Health website Your Nova Scotia Health Card is also your at: www.gov.ns.ca/health/pharmacare. Pharmacare card. Your card must be shown to Coverage the pharmacist to get your Pharmacare benefits. Medications and supplies covered by Annual Renewal Pharmacare include: An information package and a form to • Prescribed medicines that are listed as complete and return to Pharmacare will be sent benefits in the Nova Scotia Formulary to you in February or March, provided you • Some prescribed ostomy supplies were covered by Pharmacare the year before. • Prescribed diabetic supplies (including Pharmacare Fees testing materials), needles, and syringes Most seniors who join Pharmacare pay an Note: Medications and supplies must be annual “premium” (membership fee) for prescribed by a doctor, dentist, recognized nurse coverage under the program. They also pay a practitioner, or authorized optometrist. Prescrip- “co-payment” fee, which is a portion of the tions must be filled in Nova Scotia to be covered. prescription cost for each prescription filled. Generic Drugs Pharmacare fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change. Generic drugs are dispensed under Pharmacare. Generic drugs are the same as the Co-payment name-brand drugs but cost less. Each time you receive a prescription, you must Note: If you choose a more expensive brand- pay 33 percent of the total prescription cost name drug when a generic brand is available, for each prescription filled, keeping in mind you will have to pay the difference in price that the minimum co-payment is $3 and the between the two. If you have tried the generic maximum is $30 per prescription. You will not

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 93 be required to pay more than $350 a year in co- when you have paid your full premium. Call payment fees. Co-payment fees are paid to your the Pharmacare toll-free line at pharmacist when you pick up your prescrip- 1-800-544-6191 for details. tion. When you have reached your maximum Refunds: A refund can be requested if a senior annual co-payment limit of $350, your phar- moves out of the province or passes away. The macist will notify you. Co-payment totals are refund will be for the number of months left calculated from April 1 to March 31 each year. in the year for which the premium was paid. Premium Travel Arrangements Depending on your family income, you may If you plan to be out of the province for more be required to pay the full premium, a reduced than 90 days and you need medicine for that premium, or no premium at all. time, you can get up to a 180 days supply if Full Premium: $390 per year. your pharmacist or doctor agrees. Reduced Premium: If you are a low-income Note: Pharmacare does not pay for prescriptions senior who does not get the GIS, you may that you get outside of Nova Scotia. So, if you qualify for a reduced premium if: plan to leave the province, you should arrange • you are single, and your income is less for extra health care insurance coverage before than $24,000 a year, or you leave. • you are married and your income plus Income Tax Deductions your spouse’s income add up to less than $28,000 a year. Your premiums and co-payments are eligible to be included in the calculation of your Premium Exemption: If you receive the income tax deduction for medical expenses. Federal government’s Guaranteed Income Review the Canada Customs and Revenue Supplement (GIS), you are not required to pay Agency Income Tax & Benefit Guide for more the premium unless you have an outstanding information or contact the Agency for details balance from the previous year. To find out if (see page 65). you qualify for GIS, call 1-800-277-9914. Change of Address Premium Cost for People Who Apply Late: If you are moving, contact Pharmacare by mail If you do not apply for Pharmacare coverage or phone and advise them your new address. within three months of your eligibility date, or decide to leave Pharmacare and join again later, See contact information on page 92. you have to wait 90 days for your coverage to Medication Use start and pay one and a half times the premium A booklet, Knowledge is the Best Medicine, is for your coverage for five years. available from the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat. Payment of Premium: The premium can be It contains useful information about the medi- paid all at once, quarterly, or monthly via cines you take. Call 1-800-670-0065. cheque, money order, Visa, MasterCard, or automatic withdrawal. You will get a receipt

94 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Private Health Insurance are provided to individuals who meet program eligibility criteria and are based on a comprehensive assessment of the person’s Private insurance carriers offer coverage for needs. The services are meant to add to the health services not covered by the provincial help people can receive from others, such as health insurance programs. These include such family members, the community, or friends. items as preferred hospital accommodation, Home Care is always the first option consid- prescription drugs, extended health services, ered for care in the community and Home and long-term care insurance. Care works together with other parts of the Insurance Providers: The yellow pages of health care system. your local telephone directory will list local Home Care services can support and prolong health insurance providers under the heading independent community living, prevent or of “Insurance, Life and Health.” delay admission to either a long term care facility or hospital, and promote earlier dis- Continuing Care Services charges of patients from hospital, when appro- priate. Home Care also helps clients link to Continuing care is an integral part of Nova professional services and other community Scotia’s integrated health system. It serves based resources such as Meals on Wheels or people who need ongoing care, either on a foot care clinics. The following direct services long term or short term basis. Services include: available through Home Care are delivered by • Home Care a network of health care professionals and • Long-Term Care (such as a nursing home or home support workers. All service providers a residential care facility) meet standards for training and competency • Protection for Vulnerable Adults set by Continuing Care and by their respective professional associations and governing bodies. For specific information on continuing care services, or to talk to a qualified staff person Supportive Care about your needs for care and the services that A range of personal care and home support would best meet them, call the Continuing Care services are available. Personal care services toll-free line from anywhere in Nova Scotia. help the client with daily living tasks such as Hours (Seven days a week): 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. dressing/ undressing, bathing, toilet use, feed- For more information, contact: ing, and/or help with mobilization. Home sup- Toll-free: 1-800-225-7225 port services help the client with tasks such as light housekeeping, laundry, and/or meal Home Care preparation. In-home respite services for care- givers are also available. Home Care provides community based health Nursing Services care services and assistance with the daily activ- Home care nurses provide a variety of nursing ities of living to Nova Scotians of all ages who services in clients’ homes. Nursing services require support to stay in their homes for as through home care include nursing assessment, long as it is safely possible. Home Care services health teaching, health monitoring and

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 95 treatment. Direct nursing care in the home provide you with information that may can include activities such as intravenous include an application for long term care therapy, dressing changes, catheter care, placement. Home care services may be post-operative care following hip or knee provided up to the approximate equivalent of replacement surgery, and/or assistance with the public cost of a long term care placement. medication management. If you require long-term care, they may assist you with the process for placement in a home Home Oxygen that will best meet your needs. Home oxygen services provide oxygen concen- trators and related supplies in the home, to Client Fees individuals who require long-term oxygen Depending on income and family size, there therapy and who meet program and medical may be a minimal charge to Home Care clients eligibility requirements. for the supportive care and/or home oxygen Assessment Process services they receive. There are no charges for home care nursing services or for the supplies If you require an assessment for Home Care, a used during a nursing visit. The fees charged to care coordinator employed by the Continuing the client are not intended to recover the full Care branch of the Department of Health will costs of providing the service. call you and arrange for a time to meet with The care coordinator will determine applicable you to complete the assessment. Urgent assess- client fees during the assessment. The amount ments take priority and are addressed first. you pay is determined by your income and Ongoing Case Management family size. A sliding fee scale is used and fees The care coordinator provides ongoing for each income category are outlined in a monitoring and adjustment of the services, as table that is available upon request. There is a your needs change. The care coordinator can monthly maximum amount that any client also help you to connect with programs in the can be charged, depending on the client community, such as meal programs or foot income category. Here are a few examples of care clinics. If your needs exceed what Home the fees charged according to annual income Care can provide, your care coordinator will and family size: 199333

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96 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Cancelled Visit Fee: Long-Term Care Effective April 1, 2004, a maximum $50 fee will be charged to clients receiving home If your care needs exceed what Home Care can support services who do not provide 24 hour provide, Continuing Care Services staff can notice of cancellation. The fee may be waived help with your admission to a licensed long- under special circumstances. term care home for seniors, depending on the type of care you need. Call the Continuing Annual Family Income Care toll-free line at 1-800-225-7225 for a $0 to $18,785 listing of the homes in your area. Regardless of family size, there is no charge for supportive care services and no monthly Levels of Care oxygen fee. Seniors who require long-term care usually fall $18,786 to $35,570 into one of two categories: If you are single, there is a $10 per hour fee for • Level 1 Care: for those who need supervi- supportive care services, $60 monthly fee for sion and limited help with personal care. oxygen and a maximum fee of $100 per • Level 2 Care: for those who require help month. If there are two people in the family with personal care and professional nursing there is no charge for supportive care services care. and no monthly oxygen fee. One of the biggest differences between the $35,571 to $43,823 individuals classified as needing Level 1 or 2 If you are single, there is a $10 per hour fee for care relates to their physical and mental ability supportive care services, $120 monthly fee for to exit from a building unassisted in an emer- oxygen, and a maximum fee of $200 per gency. Individuals requiring Level 1 care would month. If there are two people in the family, be expected to have that ability, whereas those the hourly rate for supportive services is $10, requiring Level 2 care would not. the monthly oxygen fee is $60, and the maxi- mum fee is $100 per month. Other Types of Homes $43,824-$50,075 For information on other types of seniors If you are single, there is a $10 per hour fee for housing, refer to the following pages: boarding supportive care services, $180 monthly fee for homes (page 84), retirement homes/assisted oxygen, and a maximum fee of $300 per living facilities (page 83), and enriched month. If there are two people in the family, housing units (page 81). Many of these the hourly rate for supportive care services is facilities offer a range of services to seniors. $10 per hour, the monthly oxygen fee is $120, However, they are not licensed to provide care and the maximum fee is $200 per month. and their residents are not eligible for financial For more information, contact: assistance. Continuing Care Phone: 1-800-225-7225 This fall, get your flu shot. It could save your life!

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 97 Long-Term Care Homes inspected by the Department of Health and Individuals applying for long-term care through must follow the Interim Guidelines for the Department of Health’s single-entry access Community Based Options. To apply to an system are admitted to one of the following approved community based options home, call types of homes, depending on their care needs: the Continuing Care toll-free line at 1-800-225-7225. Nursing Homes: These homes are mainly licensed to provide Licensing and Standards accommodation and primarily Level 2 care. Questions about licensing, standards, There are 71 nursing homes with a combined monitoring, and audits for long-term care total of 5,745 beds. The homes are regulated facilities should be directed to Donna Dill, and regularly inspected by the Department of Department of Health. Health. For more information, contact: All individuals requiring Level 2 care, even Donna Dill, Director, Monitoring and those who can afford to pay the cost of care Evaluation, Continuing Care themselves, must apply through the Department Department of Health of Health’s single-entry access system for con- PO Box 488 tinuing care, by calling 1-800-225-7225. Halifax, NS B3J 2R8 Residential Care Facilities: Phone: (902) 424-4982 These facilities are licensed to provide accommodation and Level 1 care to four or General Information: Long-Term Care more persons. There are 35 facilities with a Information on the application and assessment combined total of 790 beds. The facilities are process for placement in a long-term care regulated and regularly inspected by the home is available from the Continuing Care Department of Health. Individuals requiring toll-free line. Level 1 care generally apply through the For more information, contact: Department of Health’s single-entry access Continuing Care system for continuing care, by calling Toll-free: 1-800-225-7225 1-800-225-7225. Website: www.gov.ns.ca/health A small number of residential care facilities Application/Assessment Process operate outside of the Department of Health’s Contact the Continuing Care toll-free line at single-entry access system for continuing care. 1-800-225-7225, to apply for a long-term care To access those facilities, you may apply home. A care coordinator will call you and directly to the facility, as long as you can arrange for a time to meet with you to complete afford to pay their fees indefinitely. the assessment and application process. Community Based Options: Together with you, the care coordinator will These homes are approved by the Department determine whether home care or long-term of Health to provide Level 1 care for one to three care is best for you. The care coordinator will persons. The cost of care for one or more of the also collect the information that starts the residents in these homes is financed by the financial application process for help with Department of Health. Approved homes are nursing home costs.

98 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Eligibility/Approval Note: If you agree to be placed on the waiting After the care coordinator assesses your care list for more than one home, you must accept needs, they will send your application to an placement in the first home that becomes eligibility authority in the Department of available. Health for final approval to determine the Waiting Lists kind of facility that best meets your needs. A person is placed on the waiting list for a Your name will then be placed on the waiting long-term care home on the date they are list for the homes of your choice, according to officially confirmed by the Department of the date your application was approved. The Health as needing long term care. The Department’s eligibility authority decides each Department of Health co-ordinates the waiting case based on an individual’s needs, the legis- list chronologically by that date. lation (Social Assistance Act, Adult Protection Act, Homes for Special Care Act), and the Waiting for Admission from Home provincial policies. The amount of time you will be required to Eligibility Appeal Process: wait before being admitted into a home depends on how many people are waiting to If you disagree with the decision made on your get into the home or homes you selected. If your eligibility for long-term care, there is an situation worsens after you apply for care and administrative review process. Contact your while you are waiting for an opening, your care coordinator care coordinator can arrange for other services, Choosing a Home: such as additional home care or respite care. If If you are currently living at home, you will be you feel you need hospital care, don’t hesitate asked to identify the long-term care home or to call your family doctor. homes you wish to live in when an opening Respite Care arises. The nursing homes you select could be Some long term care homes have beds set aside in a community where relatives live or any- to allow your care needs to be met in a long- where else in Nova Scotia. term care home while your caregivers have a break. This service is called “respite care”. Effective January 1, 2005 there is a provincial

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 99 standard daily respite charge of $26.63. There hospitalization, the hospital may discharge you is a cap of 28 days per year for respite clients, or begin to charge you for care. which ensures equitable access across the Hospital Fees community. Assessment and placement is coordinated through the Department of Hospital patients whose doctors have said their Health by contacting the Continuing Care medical condition no longer requires hospital- toll-free line at 1-800-225-7225. ization, and who are waiting for the first avail- able bed in a home within 100 km of the com- Refusing Admission from Home munity where they want to live, may be If you are living at home and are offered a charged $50 a day to remain in hospital while place at a long term care facility you had awaiting placement. Patients who refuse the chosen and you refuse to accept it, you will be first available bed in their area, may be dis- considered not ready for admission to any charged or charged $205 a day if they remain home. Your name will then be removed from in the hospital. If you are concerned about all waiting lists. hospital fees, contact your hospital social work- Transferring from er who can explain this policy to you in detail. One Home to Another Fees for Long-Term Care If you are placed in a nursing home and Effective January 1, 2004, the Department of decide you want to move to a different home, Health began fully covering the health care contact the Continuing Care toll-free line to component of a long term care facility costs for arrange for your name to be placed on the eligible residents. That leaves residents to pay waiting list for the facility of your choice. the accommodation costs, as well as personal expenses similar to seniors living in the com- Waiting for Admission from Hospital munity. The Department of Health sets the If you are in hospital and the doctors have accommodation rates based on the average said you are ready to leave for a long-term care operating costs of the three types of long term home, you will be offered an admission to the care facilities across the province: first available home within a 100 km driving • Nursing Homes: Maximum accommoda- distance of the community where you want to tion rate $77 per day live. This policy is called the “first available • Residential Care Facilities: Maximum bed” policy. As soon as your name comes to accommodation rate $45 per day the top of the list for your preferred facility, you will be offered the opportunity to transfer. • Community Based Option: Maximum This policy ensures you receive the right kind of accommodation rate $43 per day care as quickly as possible. Since hospital beds There is no additional fee for private rooms. are urgently needed for people requiring medical Individuals who cannot pay the maximum services that only hospitals can provide, it is accommodation rate can apply to have their not possible for you to stay in the hospital rate reduced, leaving the remaining costs to be until a room comes up in a home of your paid by the Department of Health. A person’s choice. When your doctor says that your rate can be reduced through a financial medical condition no longer requires assessment based on net income. Net income

100 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS is derived from line 236 “net income” minus that the Department of Health revise the income line 435 “taxes payable” of the person’s most split to leave more of the couple’s combined recently completed Canada Revenue Agency income with the spouse in the community. Income Tax and Benefit Return. The Department can reduce the authorized accommodation rate as long as the applicant is Financial Assessment Process not left with less than the Minimum Retained As part of your application to a long-term care Income (ie. $200 at January 1, 2005). home, your care coordinator will help you get started on the process. If you are applying for Financial Assessment Appeal Process a reduction to the Maximum Accommodation If you disagree with a decision regarding your Charge, you will be asked about your income, authorized accommodation charge, you must and asked to sign consent forms that will fill out the Review Request Form that is allow the financial assessment review officers attached to the Notice of Authorized Charge from the Department of Health to verify letter sent by the Department of Health. The financial information with the Canada Customs letter informs you of the amount you will be and Revenue Agency. This information is kept expected to contribute toward the costs of your confidential. The financial assessment deter- care. The Review Request Form will ask you to mines whether you are eligible for a reduced explain why you want to appeal. The Review accommodation charge. Request Form must be received by the Everyone who applies to a nursing home must Department of Health within 30 days from the complete a financial application. receipt of the Notice of Authorized Charge letter. The Department of Health conducts an Splitting Income Between an administrative review where it makes sure all the Applicant and their Spouse right things were done to arrive at the decision. The income belonging to you and your spouse Paying for the Cost of Care will be evenly divided between the two of you. If after conducting the 50-50 income split, the When you enter a nursing home, you will pay spouse has an assessed income that falls below the home directly for your care based on the the Spousal Income Threshold ($1,210 at accommodation charge authorized by the January 1, 2005) then the couple can request Department of Health. Home is still the best place to be. Companionship is as important as health care when it enables seniors to remain independent and in their homes. Our CAREGivers provide help at home that includes: •Companionship •Meal Preparation PERSONALIZED HOME CARE SERVICE •Light Housekeeping •Medication Reminders RN Supervision •Errands •Shopping 4-24 Hour Coverage Bonded Staff PCA’s, PCW’s & LPN’s Call for a Free, No-Obligation Appointment Serving Lunenburg County 902-429-2273 902-527-1622 192632

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 101 Residents who cannot afford to pay the problems, are mentally competent, and are Maximum Accommodation Charge retain the capable of looking after themselves, the Adult greater of $200 a month or 15 percent of the Protection Act does not consider them to be in resident’s assessed income. Of course, residents need of protection. also retain all their assets. The resident uses assets Reporting Process and retained income to cover items of personal If you know of an adult in need of protection, need (eg. pharmacare co-pay, clothes, etc.) and you must report it immediately to the items of personal enjoyment by the resident (eg. Department of Health by calling hairdressing, subscriptions, etc.). The resident 1-800-225-7225. An adult protection worker has full control over the use and management will assess the situation. If, after the assess- of their retained income and assets. ment, the worker believes that the person you have reported does need protection, the Protecting Vulnerable department will begin a more detailed investi- Adults (Adult Protection) gation. If the adult is found to need protec- tion, the worker will provide services to help. Adults in need of protection are people 16 or Financial Abuse older who are abused or neglected and who The Adult Protection Act does not cover cannot physically or mentally protect or care situations of financial abuse. However, if finan- for themselves. cial abuse is discovered during an Adult If you suspect that an adult is in need of Protection investigation, the adult will be protection, the Adult Protection Act requires referred to an authority who can help safe- you to report any such information, even if guard their financial interests. the information is confidential or privileged. Elder Abuse Adult protection workers with the Department For more information on elder abuse, see of Health have the authority to intervene and page 75. offer services to help people live safely. For more information or to report a case of Vulnerable Adults suspected abuse or neglect, contact: Individuals are vulnerable for many different Continuing Care Services reasons. For instance, they may have an intel- Department of Health lectual, physical, or mental disability that Toll-free: 1-800-225-7225 makes it impossible for them to protect them- selves from emotional or physical abuse. Or, Public Health Services their personal circumstances may prevent them from caring for themselves properly. Public Health Services works in partnership Other Adults with communities, families, and individuals to Adults who are capable of making choices prevent illness, protect and promote health, about how they’d like to live are not consid- and achieve well being. Staff include public ered adults in need of protection, even if their health nurses, health educators, dental hygien- personal hygiene becomes poor or their house- ists, nutritionists, support staff, medical offi- keeping drops off. If they have no physical cers of health, epidemiologists, and adminis- trators and managers.

102 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS For more information, contact: For more information, contact: District Offices District Health Authority Offices Wolfville Yarmouth Serving Annapolis, Kings, Lunenburg, Queens, Serving Annapolis, Kings, Lunenburg, Queens, Digby, Yarmouth, and Shelburne Counties. Digby, Yarmouth, and Shelburne Counties. Phone: (902) 542-6310 Phone: (902) 742-2406 Truro Pictou Serving Colchester, Cumberland, and Pictou Serving Colchester, Cumberland and Pictou Counties and most of the Municipality of East Counties, and most of the Municipality of Hants. East Hants. Phone: (902) 893-5820 Phone: (902) 485-4335 Sydney Sydney Serving Cape Breton, Victoria, Inverness, Serving Cape Breton, Victoria, Inverness, Richmond, Antigonish, and Guysborough Richmond, Antigonish, and Guysborough Counties. Counties. Phone: (902) 563-2400 Phone: (902) 563-2059 Dartmouth Dartmouth Serving Halifax Regional Municipality, West Serving Halifax Regional Municipality, Hants, and Mount Uniacke. West Hants, and Mount Uniacke. Phone: (902) 481-5800 Phone: (902) 424-5623

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 103 Mental Health Services Inverness: (902) 258-1911 Kentville: (902) 679-2870 A wide-range of mental health services are Middleton: (902) 825-4825 offered by District Health Authorities to meet the needs of Nova Scotians, including seniors. New Glasgow: (902) 752-1137 Specialized mental health services for seniors Shelburne: (902) 875-4200 are offered in some health districts. These are Sydney: (902) 567-8170 described after the list of mental health ser- Truro: (902) 893-5526 vices offices below. Windsor: (902) 792-2042 Mental Health Services Offices Waterville: (902) 538-3103 ext.136 Amherst: (902) 667-3879 Yarmouth: (902) 742-4222 Antigonish: (902) 863-4511 Seniors Mental Health Program Bridgewater: (902) 527-5228 Cape Breton District Health Authority Dartmouth:(902) 464-6054 This program is designed to meet the mental Digby: (902) 245-4709 health needs of seniors in the Cape Breton Halifax QEII: (902) 473-2492

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104 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Health District. Health care professionals For more information, contact: experienced in seniors mental health provide Nova Scotia Hospital Site assessment, treatment, and information to Phone: (902) 464-6054 clients, as well as support and information to or families and to staff in long-term care facilities. Queen Elizabeth II Site A particular area of focus is the identification Phone: (902) 473-2492 and treatment of seniors with mental illness and the management of challenging behaviours. Seniors’ Mental Health Service A range of services are available including Kings and Annapolis Counties health promotion, education, outreach (home This service, coordinated by a nurse and visitations), and in-patient programs. Program delivered with social work, occupational therapy staff work in consultation with two local and psychology, is designed to meet the geriatricians and a geriatric psychiatrist. mental health needs of seniors. Assessments For more information, please contact: and visits at home are provided by a nurse and Brian MacIsaac psychiatrist. Support groups for families of Phone: (902) 567-8170 individuals with Alzheimer disease and Seniors’ Mental Health Service dementia are available. Regular consultation Capital Health with all nursing homes in the counties is also provided. Team members are open to input This service is designed to meet the mental from consumers and families with their ideas health needs of people 65 and older. A range of on how to further develop the service. services are available including health promo- tion, education, outreach (home visitations), For more information, contact: day program, and in-patient programs. Kings County The Seniors’ Day Program offers education and Phone: (902) 679-2870 support to seniors who experience anxiety or and depression. Educational groups focus on Annapolis County learning positive habits for healthy living, Phone: (902) 825-4825 coping with grief, relaxation and dealing with negative thinking. Preventing Falls Health care professionals experienced in the field of seniors’ mental health provide treatment Preventing Falls Together Program and information to clients, as well as, support Falling is one of Nova Scotia’s most under- and information to family members. recognized health problems. Regional coali- Emphasis is placed on providing services in the tions are being established to develop local home setting or community. A person’s mental strategies for reducing falls and to offer ser- health is as important as their physical health. vices, support, education, and assistance to The Seniors’ Mental Health Service encourages seniors. Coalition members include seniors, seniors to access help when required. veterans, caregivers, health and rehabilitation professionals, and representatives from

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 105 communities and various levels of government. Specialized Health Preventing Falls Together is a program of Programs for Seniors Community Links. It is supported by the Nova Scotia Office of Health Promotion. For more information, contact: Centre for Health Care Carol McAllister, Coordinator of the Elderly Phone: (902) 576-2420 The centre provides health care services for E-Mail: [email protected] older adults. Specific programs include: geri- Website: www.nscommunitylinks.ca atric assessment unit, geriatric restorative (rehabilitation) unit, geriatric day hospital, Falls Clinic and specialty outpatient clinics, such as the Nova Scotians, 65 and over who have fallen memory disability clinic, and falls clinic. or have mobility and balance difficulties can be Referral must be made by a physician. The referred to the clinic by their family doctor or centre is located in the Camp Hill Veterans’ by any professional with agreement from the Memorial Building, QEII, Halifax. Clinics are family doctor. Professionals will assess the also held in the Annapolis Valley, Lunenburg, senior’s overall health status, medications, risk and Antigonish. factors for falling, home safety, walking aids, For more information, contact: footwear and foot care, and home supports. Centre for Health Care of the Elderly They will then recommend treatment and pro- Camp Hill Veterans’ Memorial Building vide counseling. The goal of the clinic is to Halifax, NS B3H 2E1 prevent future falls in those at risk of falling. Phone: (902) 473-8603 For more information, contact: Website: www.geriatrics.halifax.ns.ca Falls Clinic, Geriatric Day Hospital 1st Floor Camp Hill Veterans’ Memorial Building Geriatric Day Hospital 5955 Veterans’ Memorial Lane QEII Health Sciences Centre Halifax, NS B3H 2E1 This program provides short-term outpatient Phone: (902) 473-2493 rehabilitation for seniors by a team of health

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106 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS care professionals. Physician referrals are The Lodge is within walking distance of the required. QEII Health Sciences Centre and the IWK For more information, contact: Grace Health Centre. Geriatric Day Hospital Room rates: Camp Hill Veterans’ Memorial Building Single occupancy: $35 1st Floor, 5955 Veterans’ Memorial Lane Double Occupancy: $50 Halifax, NS B3H 2E1 Call for information on family occupancy. Phone: (902) 473-2493 Reservation are recommended. For more information, contact: Accommodations for Point Pleasant Lodge Health Care Patients 1121 South Park Street Halifax, NS B3H 2W6 and Visitors Phone: (902) 421-1599 Phone (reservations only): (902) 429-7780 Queen Elizabeth II E-mail: [email protected] Health Sciences Centre (QEII) Website: www.pointpleasantlodge.com Accommodations The Lodge That Gives (Halifax) Cancer patients who normally reside in Nova For details on special accommodation rates for Scotia, at a distance from Halifax, can stay at patients and families using the QEII facilities, the lodge while receiving medical attention. check the QEII website at: Family members can stay while visiting a www.cdha.nshealth.ca/facilities/qe2hsc loved one in the hospital. To arrange a first- For a print copy of this information, call the time reservation, you can speak to a cancer Senior Citizens’ Secretariat at 1-800-670-0065. specialist, a local representative of the Point Pleasant Lodge Canadian Cancer Society, or the booking clerk at the Halifax treatment centres. (Halifax) For more information, contact: The Lodge is a non-profit facility with accom- Lodge Co-ordinator modations for individuals using any medical 5826 South Street services within the Halifax area or visiting Halifax, NS B3H 1S6 patients. Phone: (902) 420-1849 Rooms include television and telephone ser- vice and private bath. Smoking and non-smok- Fidelis House ing rooms are available, as well as accommoda- (Kentville) tions for physically challenged individuals. The Fidelis House is a non-profit organization that Lodge provides a cafeteria and reading lounge, provides accommodation for patients needing along with laundry facilities, elevator service to be in the Valley area for appointments or and limited free-parking. treatment, as well as families of patients who

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 107 want to be near their loved ones in times of For more information, contact: illness or surgery. NS Breast Screening Program Fidelis House has 12 double occupancy rooms Halifax Shopping Centre available with a private washroom. There is a Tower 1, Suite 103 communal kitchen and living room with a 7001 Mumford Road television. Laundry facilities are available. Halifax, NS B3L 4N9 Breakfast foods are provided and coffee and Phone: (902) 473-3960 tea is available at any time. There is a specially Toll-free: 1-800-565-0548 equipped room available for physically challenged individuals. The house is staffed Gynaecological Cancer around the clock with volunteers and is within Screening Program walking distance of the Valley Regional This program, part of Cancer Care Nova Scotia, Hospital. Fee: $20 per night, per person. is dedicated to decreasing the incidence of For more information, contact: gynaecological cancer. Its mandate includes Fidelis House Society public education, health professional education, 140 Exhibition Street development and dissemination of standards PO Box 125 for laboratory services, provincial cytology/ Kentville, NS B4N 3W4 colposcopy registry, and research. Phone: (902) 679-6567 Pap test awareness brochures and information Website: www.nsnet.org/fidelishouse about where to get a Pap test in your area is available upon request. Health Screening For more information, contact: Programs Margery MacIsaac, Program Coordinator Bethune Building, Room 555A Nova Scotia 1278 Tower Road Breast Screening Program Halifax, NS B3H 2Y9 Phone: (902) 473-7438 This program assists in the early detection of E-mail: [email protected] breast cancer. It offers information on breast health and mammography (breast X-rays) to women aged 50 and older who have no diag- Guaranteed Income nosed breast problems. Supplement (GIS) Clinics: There is a clinic in the Halifax Shopping If you are 65+, have a low or modest Centre. A mobile van provides breast screening income, and are not receiving the GIS, for the Eastern Health area (administered by call the Old Age Security Program to the Cape Breton Hospital). A second van see if you qualify for benefits. serves the Western Health area (administered by Yarmouth Regional Hospital). A mobile unit Call 1-800-277-9914. serves the northern area out of Truro.

108 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Halifax Regional Municipality Services for Oakwood Terrace Adult Day Program Frail, Disabled, or Tracey Leslie 10 Mount Hope Avenue Homebound Seniors Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4K1 Phone: (902) 469-2794, ext. 199 Adult Day Programs E-mail: [email protected] Breakaway Adult Day Program VON of Greater Halifax Day programs provide seniors with a social Paula Yanch, St. Andrews Centre environment in which they can participate in 6955 Bayers Road activities and meet new people. Many day Halifax, NS B3L 4S4 programs have special services available such Phone: (902) 453-5800 ext. 231 as health monitoring, foot care, hair styling, and exercise. Some programs offer information Northwood Homecare Adult Day Programs sessions, group outings, and social events. Usually • Social Day Program a snack and lunch are provided. Other programs • Day Support Program: for individuals with serve the needs of individuals with memory Alzheimer disease or other forms loss and confusion from Alzheimer disease and of dementia other forms of dementia. Fees vary depending 2615 Northwood Terrace on the programs and services provided. Halifax, NS B3K 3S5 For more information, or to enroll in an adult Phone: (902) 454-3377 day program, contact the programs in your area. Nova Scotia Hospital Adult Day Programs Shirley Wright Drawer 1004, 300 Pleasant Street Amherst Dartmouth, NS B2Y 3Z9 VON Adult Day Program Phone: (902) 464-3310 Randi Peterson The Birches 43 Prince Arthur Street Eileen MacNeil Amherst, NS B4H 3Z5 Musquodoboit Harbour, NS B0J 2L0 Phone: (902) 667-8796 Phone: (902) 889-3474 Berwick Newport Station VON Annapolis Valley Branch Day Break Senior Day Care Adult Day Program Suzanne Rouleau Barb Rand RN and Brenda Harland RN PO Box 193 Western Kings Memorial Health Centre Newport Station, NS B0N 2B0 121 Orchard Street Phone: (902) 798-5974 Berwick, NS B0P 1E0 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (902) 538-7844

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 109 Parrsboro Volunteer South Cumberland Community Care Centre Visiting Programs Debbie Fullerton or Brenda Roberts Parrsboro, NS B0M 1S0 Volunteer Visiting Program Phone: (902) 254-2540 This program, offered by the VON of Greater Pictou Halifax matches volunteers with clients who Take a Break Program are socially isolated to provide one-to-one Marg Facey friendship and support. The program reaches PO Box 250 seniors in Halifax, Dartmouth, and some other Pictou, NS B0K 1H0 parts of Halifax Regional Municipality. Phone: (902) 485-4341 For more information, contact: Sydney Mines Anne Forbes Phone (Halifax): (902) 455-7433 Northside Harbourview Hospital Donna Hanczaryk Seniors’ Day Program Phone (Dartmouth): (902) 453-5800 ext. 248 Heather Duff 22 Richard Street Sydney Mines, NS B1V 2H7 In-Home and Community Phone: (902) 736-2831ext. 140 Meal Programs Truro Nova Scotia Meals Network VON Colchester East Hants Branch The network publishes a provincial directory of Adult Day Program meal programs for seniors, including Meals on Mona Teed Wheels, Wheels to Meals (community meal Johnson Manor programs), and Private Recipe Frozen Meals. 9 Church Street The directory is available from Spencer House Truro, NS B2N 3Z5 Senior Centre in Halifax at 421-6131 and by Phone: (902) 893-7001 calling the Continuing Care toll-free line at VON Cumberland 1-800-225-7225. Wendy MacDonald Meals on Wheels 43 Prince Arthur, Amherst B4H 3Z5 Hot meals are prepared locally and delivered Phone: (902) 667-8796 by volunteers to your home for a modest fee. Private Recipe Frozen Meals VON Pictou County Individually frozen meals are prepared and Wendy Macdonald delivered to your home for a modest fee. You 835 East River Road can choose your own complete menu from a New Glasgow B2H 3S6 tempting array of main dishes, soups, and Phone: (902) 752-1192 desserts. Ask about special diets and pureed

110 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS meals. For more information about frozen or meal delivery, contact your local VON branch Libby Goucher (see page 128). VON Annapolis Valley Branch Community Meal Programs Kentville, NS B4N 3V7 Many organizations across the province spon- Phone: (902) 690-2110 sor hot meal programs for seniors. Such pro- Toll-free: 1-800-411-9646 grams are often referred to as Wheels to Meals. E-mail: [email protected] For a modest fee, these programs provide you with a place to socialize and a chance to enjoy Delicious Deliveries a nutritious meal in the company of others. A catering company that prepares and delivers Information homestyle cooked meals to seniors and families For specific information on meal programs in in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. They also offer a your area, contact the Continuing Care toll-free take-out service. Located in the Wyse Road line at 1-800-225-7225, or the Nova Scotia Meals Plaza, 172 Wyse Road, next to Blockbuster. Call Network representative nearest you, as follows: 465-3663 or visit www.deliciousdeliveries.ca

Meals Network Representatives Meals And More Central Nova Scotia This service, located in the greater Amherst area, Deborah Dostal offers home-delivered meals for seniors. Spencer House Senior Centre Choose from a wide variety of frozen meals, 5596 Morris Street soups, and desserts which come ready to heat in Halifax, NS B3J 1C2 an oven or microwave. Special requests for Phone: (902) 421-6131 vegetarian, diabetic, low-fat, low-salt, gluten, Eastern Nova Scotia lactose-free and pureed or minced food can be Joan Fownes, Dietitian arranged. A dietician is available for consultation. Victoria County Memorial Hospital Free delivery in the greater Amherst area. Box 220, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 295-2112 Susan Kastuk-Ridlington, Dietician E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (506) 536-8102 (toll-free from Amherst) Northern Nova Scotia E-mail: [email protected] Sheila Hoeg VON New Glasgow Marvellous Mouthfuls Phone: (902) 755-4524 Gourmet Cooking Western Nova Scotia This Halifax-based service provides home- Vivian MacMillan cooked meals that are frozen and ready-to-heat Box 427, Windsor, NS B0N 2T0 in an oven or microwave. The meals are pre- Phone: (902) 798-4913 pared fresh and come packaged in convenient portion sizes. The variety of menus include traditional, vegetarian, and ethnic foods.

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 111 For more information, contact: Health Equipment Melissa Niji and Supplies Phone: (902) 425-1069 M&M Meat Shops Aliant Telecom Specializing in single serving meals and Aliant offers a variety of telephone services for portion controlled meats, as well as frozen people with hearing, speech, sight, or motion fruit and vegetable blends. Many of these disabilities. foods are fully cooked and just require reheat- For more information, contact: ing using a toaster oven or microwave. Stores Toll-free: 1-800-694-9313 located in: Bedford, Bridgewater, Dartmouth, TTY/TDD: (902) 487-5999 Halifax, Lower Sackville, New Glasgow, New Minas, Truro, and Sydney. E-flyer available. Canadian Red Cross Society Every Tuesday Seniors 65 or over receive a 5 Health Equipment Loan Service percent discount. This program operates loan depots throughout Website: www.mmmeatshops.com the province. You can often get crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs, commodes, raised

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toilet seats, and bathtub aids. Loans are free. Adaptive Clothing You can borrow items for up to three months. Donations are welcome. Dignity by Design For more information, contact: A Nova Scotia company created to meet the 1940 Gottingen Street needs of those who have special difficulties Halifax, NS B3J 3Y2 getting dressed and going about their normal Phone: (902) 424-1420 daily activities. They have a great selection of adaptive clothing, along with custom clothing, Medical/Hospital Supply Services personal consultations and alterations. Medical/hospital supply companies offer For more information, contact: rentals, sales and repairs of health care equip- Sharon Freeman ment. Items can include canes, wheelchairs, 1266 Bedford Highway elevators, and motor scooters. The yellow pages Phone: (902) 835-5738 of your local telephone directory may list Toll-free: 1-877-869-2814 these services under the headings: Medical E-mail: [email protected] Equipment and Supplies, Hospital Equipment and Website: www.dignitybydesign.com Supplies, Wheelchairs, or Elevators.

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 113 Easy Living Shops Canada Ltd. Nightingale Nursing Services Phone (Sydney): (902) 562-6274 This company sells specialized clothing for seniors who live in nursing homes, hospitals, Northside Community Guest Home manors, or their own homes. Clothing is Phone: (902) 794-4733 designed to be attractive and durable. Halifax and Surrounding Area For more information, contact: Anson Care Givers Inc. Paula Chambers, NS Representative Phone: (902) 435-2525 Phone: (902) 684-0937 Comcare Toll-free: 1-800-665-1976 Phone: (902) 453-0838 Toll-free: 1-800-565-1930 Private Home Care and Eldercare Atlantic Inc. Home Support Services Phone: (902) 446-3636 Haven Bay Home Care Services If you require home care services, Continuing Phone: (902) 826-1341 Care, Department of Health is your first point of contact. Call the Continuing Care toll-free Health & Home Senior Care line, at 1-800-225-7225 (see page 120). Phone: (902) 435-8555 Many private organizations also offer in-home Home Instead Senior Care support services to seniors who want to Phone: (902) 429-2273 remain independent in their homes. They Lean on Me Home Health Care Services provide professional nursing care and offer a Hubbards variety of home support services. Phone: (902) 857-9076 Types of services offered may include footcare, Licensed Practical Nurses companionship, in-home nursing care, physio- Private Duty Registry therapy treatments, home-maker services, such Phone: (902) 499-3004 as light housekeeping and meal preparation, Nightingale Nursing Services and many others. Phone (Halifax): (902) 465-9777 Services can be tailored to suit an individual Northwood Homecare client’s needs and fees vary depending on the Phone: (902) 492-3346 type of care required. Toll-free: 1-800-461-3346 For more information, contact a home care Powers Senior Home Care Inc. provider in your area. Phone: (902) 832-9158 Cape Breton Area Pro Seniors VON Cape Breton Metro Phone: (902) 832-1070 Phone: (902) 562-1297 Red Cross Home Support Services Cape Care Services Phone: (902) 496-0103 Phone: (902) 562-2444 Stay Home Care Phone: (902) 864-2677

114 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS VON Greater Halifax Health Professionals Phone: (902) 453-5800 and Services We Care Home Health Services Phone: (902) 454-2571 Physician Information Line The Department of Health provides a listing North Shore Area of family doctors in Nova Scotia who are VON Antigonish currently taking new patients. The list is also Phone: (902) 863-5700 available on-line at: www.gov.ns.ca/health/ VON Colchester East Hants programs.htm Phone: (902) 893-3803 For more information, contact: VON Cumberland County Department of Health Phone: (902) 667-8796 Physician Information Line VON Pictou County Phone: (902) 424-3047 Phone: (902) 752-3184 After Hours Physician Services South Shore Area Care Choices Inc. Family Focus Phone: (902) 527-1622 Family Focus clinics provide after hours access Caregivers ‘n’ More to family physicians. Clients can call ahead or Phone: (902) 425-7727 walk in for a same day appointment. Health & Home Senior Care For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 356-3331 Atlantic Superstore (Dartmouth) P.L.S. In-Home Care Ltd. Phone: 462-2038 Phone: (902) 543-2877 Professional Centre (Halifax) VON Lunenburg County Phone: 420-2038 Phone: (902) 624-1897 Atlantic Superstore (Sackville) VON Queens County Phone: 869-2038 Phone: (902) 354-3297 Dartmouth Medical Centre Valley Area Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm VON Annapolis Valley Weekends: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Phone: (902) 678-3415 Phone: 465-4530 Western Area Chiropractors VON Tri-County Doctors of Chiropractic in Nova Scotia are Phone: (902) 742-4512 licensed by the Nova Scotia College of Chiropractors and regulated by the Chiropractic Act of Nova Scotia. You do not require a referral to schedule a chiropractic appointment, however you may require a

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 115 referral in order to be reimbursed by your setting is covered under MSI, however coverage insurance company. Chiropractic care has been varies on private health insurance policies. shown to be effective and cost-effective for mus- For more information contact your local culo-skeletal conditions such as neck pain, back community hospital or: pain, headaches and whiplash. Nova Scotia Society of Occupational Therapists To find a chiropractor near you consult the Phone: (902) 453-4537 yellow pages in your telephone directory or Physiotherapists contact: Physiotherapy is the health care profession Phone: (902) 521-2735 dedicated to enhancing and restoring mobility. E-mail: [email protected] You do not require a referral to schedule an Website: www.chiropractors.ns.ca appointment, however you may require a Occupational Therapists referral in order to be reimbursed by your Occupational therapy is a health care profession insurance company. Physiotherapists provide that focuses on skills for the job of living. health care to seniors in many different settings Disease or disability often impacts how we including hospitals, private clinics, long-term perform everyday activities (bathing, dressing, care facilities, seniors complexes, or your own feeding oneself, homemaking, hobbies). home. Physiotherapy treatment provided in Occupational therapists can provide treatment hospital settings in Nova Scotia is covered by programs aimed at improving abilities to MSI, however funding varies when services are complete activities of daily living. They can offered outside a hospital. Many (but not all) provide home safety assessments to prevent private insurance policies cover physiotherapy injury as well as prescribe and educate in the use services. To inquire about seeing a physiother- of adaptive equipment and aids. Occupational apist, look in the yellow pages of your telephone therapists work with seniors in a variety of directory or contact your community hospital. settings including hospitals, private clinics, Podiatrists and Chiropodists long-term care facilities and your own home. (Foot Care) You do not require a physician referral to be seen. Occupational therapy within the hospital These specialists treat all types of foot disorders. Their services are not covered by MSI; however, most private and employer health plans, and Serving the hearing needs of Nova Scotians for over 7 years: some government agencies will partly or totally • Thorough hearing testing cover the cost. You do not need a physician’s by certified audiologists • The latest in hearing aid referral. Your physician can tell you if a chi- technology ropodist or podiatrist is a certified member of a • Custom fit earplugs recognized association (such as the Maritime Unit 3, Saint Andrew’s Professional Centre Association of Certified Chiropodists– 70 Saint Andrew’s St., Antigonish Podiatrists). For a list of practitioners in your Clinics also held at the Wellness Centre, Port Hawkesbury area, look in the yellow pages of your phone Highland Hearing Clinic Limited book under the heading Podiatrists. Phone 863-0633 or Toll Free 1-888-757-HEAR

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116 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS VON Footcare Services JKM Industries The VON provides footcare services and clinics JKM Industries provides handyman, home in various parts of Nova Scotia. For more infor- improvement, and repair services, as well as mation, call the VON office nearest you. computer services. JKM Industries is flexible and has discounted rates for seniors. Dalhousie Dental Clinic For more information, contact: The dental clinic at the Faculty of Dentistry at JKM Industries Dalhousie University provides services to the Bedford, NS B4A 3X2 general public at reduced fees. The clinic is Phone: (902) 832-7137 staffed by supervised students of the Dentistry Website:www.jkmindustries.com program and they provide a wide-range of dental services. Kim’s Trim Mobile Salon For more information, contact: Your hairdressing needs can be met at home if Dalhousie Dental Clinic you live in the Halifax, Dartmouth, and 5981 University Avenue Sackville areas. Halifax, NS B3H 1W2 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 494-2101 Phone: (902) 458-6695 In-Home Services Leona Burke’s Blood Collection Services ElderCare Atlantic Inc. This service is available at a number of loca- tions in Dartmouth, Eastern Passage, This company provides coordinated life man- Woodside, Cole Harbour, and Lower Sackville. agement services to seniors and their families. You can make an appointment or just walk in. Services include health needs assessment and Fee: $10 Home visit fee: $20. Call for informa- management, home care, paying bills, preparing tion on the location nearest you. tax returns, helping with home maintenance/ management (everything from grass cutting, For more information, contact: to snow removal, to general repairs, to wheel Phone: (902) 461-2391 chair ramp construction), objective review of Website: www.lbbloodcollection.com residence options, and assisting with residence MacCulloch Med Tech transition. Fees vary depending on the services provided. Services Inc. For more information, contact: This service provides on-site and at-home Steve or Gary Armstrong blood and urine test collection services, and 15 Botany Terrace transports the samples directly to your doctor’s Halifax, NS B3N 2Z6 preferred hospital lab. It serves clients in Halifax Regional Municipality including the Phone: (902) 446-3636 Peggy’s Cove Road area, with a branch open in E-mail: [email protected] Industrial Cape Breton.

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 117 For more information, contact: and salt for the volunteer. Registration closes 101 Ilsley Avenue, Suite 5A in early December. Dartmouth, NS B3B 1S8 For more information, contact: Phone: (902) 477-7642 Snow Removal General Inquiries Toll-free: 1-800-213-1454 Phone: (902) 558-1049 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.region.halifax.ns.ca/ services/seniorssnow.html MobiliCare Inc. Halifax This service offers blood collection, massage therapy, and nursing visits by regis- Chebucto Links tered and certified professionals. The fees are Phone: (902) 422-3525 as follows: in-home blood collection: $23, in- Rockingham Community Centre home massage therapy: $65, and RN nursing Phone: (902) 490-4686 visits: $38. For all services provided, please call Spencer House Seniors Centre for an appointment. The services are offered 7 Phone: (902) 421-6131 days a week, and the blood clinics run Dartmouth Monday to Saturday, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. Dartmouth Seniors Service Centre For more information contact: Phone: (902) 465-5578 Mobilicare Inc. Phone: (902) 830-2273 Sackville Sackville Seniors Advisory Council Seniors for Seniors Phone: (902) 854-5591 This program serves older adults and seniors. Services include: home-makers, handy-persons, Grocery Delivery Services home cleaners, and companions. Grocery delivery costs vary depending on the For more information, contact: store. A few stores have a service where Howard Court or Janet Wilson customers can phone in their orders, have 7001 Mumford Road, Tower 1 them filled and delivered and they usually Suite 819, Halifax, NS B3L 4N9 have to call at a specified time. Contact specific stores for details. Phone (Halifax): (902) 454-3674 Phone (Truro): (902) 897-7355 Digby County Toll-free: 1-800-719-6643 Warwick Street Sobeys, Digby Seniors Snow Removal Program Phone in and delivery on Tuesdays (HRM) Phone: (902) 245-6183 Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) has part- Halifax Regional Municipality nered with seniors groups and other volunteer Main Street Sobeys, Dartmouth groups in HRM, to provide a snow removal Delivery only service for seniors (65+) or disabled persons. Phone: (902) 434-6696 Seniors wishing to receive this service, must pre- register for the program and provide a shovel

118 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Wyse Road IGA, Dartmouth Support groups for family caregivers are active Phone in and delivery in many parts of Nova Scotia. Phone: (902) 465-7254 Contact the association to locate the group Mumford Road Sobeys, Halifax nearest you, to receive a free newsletter, or find Delivery on Thursdays answers to your caregiving questions. Phone: (902) 454-7277 For more information, contact: Queen Street Sobeys, Halifax 3115 Veith Street Phone: (902) 422-9884 Halifax, NS B3K 3G9 Shelburne County E-mail: [email protected] King Street Sobeys, Shelburne Phone: (902) 421-7390 Phone: (902) 875-2458 Toll-free: 1-877-488-7390 Website: www.caregiversns.org Queens County Bristol Avenue Sobeys, Liverpool Respite Care Phone: (902) 354-4225 Truro Some long-term care homes have respite care Cavanagh’s Food Market beds set aside to allow your care needs to be 86 Main Street Phone: (902) 895-4179 GEM Phone: (902) 899-1322 Go Fast Phone: (902) 897-1088 • Approved Vendor for the Nova Caregiver Support Scotia Home Oxygen Program • Accredited by the Canadian Caregiver Resource Library Council on Health Services Nova Scotia Centre on Aging Accreditation See information provided on page 47. • Experienced Healthcare Caregivers Nova Scotia Professionals to assist in your This association provides information and sup- Home, Oxygen and CPAP Needs port to caregivers—those special people who • Servicing Nova Scotia since 1969 care for family, friends, or neighbours of any • Bi-lingular service available age who are physically or mentally challenged, • Locations available throughout chronically ill, or frail. Their care can be pro- Nova Scotia vided either at home or in a care facility. Caregivers are neither paid nor volunteers due Please Call to their personal bond with the care receiver. 1-800-363-9333 for your nearest Medigas location closest to you.199112

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met in a long-term care home while your care- Nova Scotia Hospice/ givers have a break (see page 99). Palliative Care Association Call the Continuing Care toll-free line at This association promotes the philosophy and 1-800-225-7225, to learn more about the principles of palliative care. It provides respite services for caregivers available through education for its members and surrounding the Continuing Care program (see page 99). communities. The association is the spokes- Respite services are also provided by many person for palliative care in Nova Scotia. It private home care agencies (see page 114). provides a directory of palliative care, hospice, and support services in Nova Scotia. With over Palliative Care and 40 entries, the directory is comprehensive and complete. To obtain a copy, either send an Estate Planning e-mail to the association at [email protected] Palliative care combines active and compassion- or call the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat at ate therapies to comfort and support individuals 1-800-670-0065. and families who are living with a progressive For more information, contact: life-threatening illness, or who are bereaved. Lynn Yetman, President Palliative care can provide relief from pain and c/o 207 Willow Street other distressing symptoms, and offer a support Truro, NS B2N 5A1 system to help you live as actively as possible Phone: (902) 893-7171 until death. It can also offer a support system E-mail: [email protected] to help your family cope during your illness and in their own bereavement. Hospice Society of Greater Halifax This fall, get your flu shot. This society offers the Grieving Circle, every It could save your life! Thursday from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at Northwood Centre. Trained facilitators guide discussion and provide information about loss and grief.

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There is no fee, and those experiencing a loss documents. This matter is best done by prepar- may join anytime and attend once, occasionally, ing a list of your most important documents, or every week. and keeping them in one location. You should For more information, contact: include these documents in your record: birth Jacquie Bell certificate, social insurance number, will, insur- PO Box 33076 ance policies, mortgages, deeds, tax bills, leases, Halifax, NS B3L 4T6 debts, and bank accounts. Phone: (902) 446-0929 Friends of the Family E-mail: [email protected] This service helps organize and administer Website: www.hospicehalifax.com estates. Together, you can develop an Estate Compassionate Care Benefit Plan, which is a written expression of how you This is a benefit under the Employment want your assets to be owned, managed, and pre- Insurance Act available to those who are car- served during your lifetime and how you want ing for a gravely ill family member. It is not a them disposed of upon your death. tax deduction or credit. Contact: For more information on the Compassionate Norma MacLeod Care Benefit, refer to the Social Development 3419 Rowe Avenue Canada’s website www.sdc.gc.ca or check Halifax, NS B3L 4C8 local government listings. Phone: (902) 434-4774 E-mail: [email protected] Managing Your Affairs Everyone should take the necessary legal steps Preparing for an to ensure their affairs will be properly man- Expected Death at Home aged if they become unable to manage their A brochure is available on the Department of affairs themselves. For more information on Health website at Power of Attorney, Enduring Power of www.gov.ns.ca/health/reports.htm Attorney, and Guardianship, contact the Legal to assist persons who are preparing for an Information Society of Nova Scotia (see contact expected death at home. It has two sections: the information on page 66). first is written for the person who is terminally The period following a death is a highly ill; the second will help family, friends, and emotional one. Some pre-planning can spare others understand what is happening to their your friends and family from confusion, loved one during the last days and hours of life. worry, some agonizing decisions, and legal To request a print copy of the brochure, con- entanglements. Do you know where your tact the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat, at important papers and documents are located? 1-800-670-0065. If you don’t, it is unlikely that your survivors will be able to find them either. Funeral Arrangements Important Documents When someone dear to you dies, it is important Your immediate family or friends should be to find out his/her instructions concerning entrusted with the location of your personal funeral arrangements and bequeathing the SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 121

body for medical research or organ donation. For more information, contact: Funeral arrangements can be very expensive. JKM Industries Ask for detailed estimates before committing Bedford, NS B4A 3X2 yourself, and try to cut costs by eliminating Phone: (902) 832-7137 the items you consider to be least important. Website: www.jkmindustries.com Cremation is one available alternative. Notification of Death In situations where there is little or no money for funeral expenses, assistance may be avail- Following the death of a spouse or loved one able through the Nova Scotia Department of it is necessary to contact various government Community Services. and private companies and advise them to terminate programs. A brief listing of possible To apply, contact the Field Office nearest you contacts follows: (see page 63). Members of religious organizations should call their clergy first, to • Human Resources Development Canada, discuss matters. If the deceased was a war Income Security Programs (Old Age veteran, Veterans Affairs Canada may provide Security, Canada Pension Plan) assistance. • Veterans Affairs Canada Last Post Fund • Private pension board of previous employer Veterans’ Funeral Services • Nova Scotia Department of Health Pharmacare Program The Last Post Fund is a non-profit national cor- • Nova Scotia Registry of Motor Vehicles re poration with branches across Canada. Its pur- driver’s licence pose is to arrange and pay for the funeral and burial of qualified war veterans. Applications for • Insurance companies reimbursement of funeral and burial costs may • Credit card companies also be submitted for consideration up to one Death Certificate year following the death of a war veteran. In most situations, funeral directors look after For more information, contact: arrangements and have the death registration Last Post Fund, Nova Scotia Branch submitted to the Deputy Registrar General. If Chebucto Place you require a copy of the death certificate for 7105 Chebucto Road, Suite 200A any purpose, it may be obtained for a fee of Halifax, NS B3L 4W8 $25 from the Deputy Registrar General, at the Phone: (902) 455-5283 number listed below. Toll-free: 1-800-565-4777 For more information, contact: E-mail: [email protected] Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Website: www.lastpostfund.ca PO Box 157 Halifax, NS B3J 2M9 JKM Industries Phone (Halifax): (902) 424-4381 JKM Industries creates cremation urns, memory Toll-free: 1-877-848-2578 chests, pet caskets, pet urns, and memory boxes.

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Death Benefits For more information, contact: Several pension plans include survivor benefits. ALS Society of Nova Scotia All sources of income for the deceased should 3433 Dutch Village Road be checked to see what provisions are made Halifax, NS B3N 2S7 for survivors. Because of the way pensions and Phone: (902) 454-3636 annuities are treated under the Income Tax E-Mail: [email protected] Act, it is important for a surviving spouse to Website: www.als.ca examine all options. Plans to consider are: Old Age Security, Canada Pension Plan Death Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia Benefit, Surviving Spouse’s Benefit, Dependent The society is committed to relieving the Childrens’ Pension, and any private pension personal and social effects of Alzheimer disease plans, i.e. military pensions, company and/or and other dementia. It helps individuals, family other work related plans. If you need assis- members, friends, and caregivers affected by tance with this, consult an accountant. the disease. The society also supports the search for the disease’s cause and cures. Family Education Support Groups Health-Related The Alzheimer Society has 32 locations in the Organizations province that offer support and information to families. Monthly support groups give you the Abilities Foundation opportunity to learn from the experiences of of Nova Scotia other families. Meetings may feature guest speakers or video presentations. In areas where The Foundation serves children, teens, and meetings are not held, the volunteer community adults with physical disabilities in Nova Scotia. leaders provide telephone support. For more information, contact: Early Alzheimer Support Program Faye Joudrey, Coordinator This program is for individuals diagnosed in the Community and Client Services early stages of Alzheimer disease. It consists of 3670 Kempt Road a support group led by trained professionals Halifax, NS B3K 4X8 with experience helping individuals and families Phone: (902) 453-6000 affected by a memory disorder. Support groups E-mail: [email protected] meet for a total of eight sessions at the QEII Website: www.abilitiesfoundation.ns.ca Health Sciences Centre (Camp Hill Veterans ALS Society of Canada Memorial Building) in Halifax. For more information, contact: This voluntary organization is committed to supporting research towards a cure for 5954 Spring Garden Road Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), and to sup- Halifax, NS B3H 1Y7 porting ALS partners in the provision of quality Phone: (902) 422-7961 of care for persons affected by ALS. Toll-free: 1-800-611-6345 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.alzheimer.ns.ca

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 123 The Arthritis Society caring, knowledgeable, personnel who provide The Society offers a variety of arthritis education, information on all aspects of cancer. information, and support programs to help Call: 1-888-939-3333 people better manage and live with arthritis. Smokers’ Helpline The Arthritis Registry: To join this free ser- This new toll-free, telephone-based, informa- vice, call the Arthritis Information Line at tion and support service is for smokers and 1-800-321-1433 and receive useful informa- people who care about them. Trained person- tion on the arthritis treatments, medications, nel answer questions about quitting and help programs, and services available in your area. callers develop a “quit plan” that will work for For more information contact: them. Call: 1-877-513-5333 Nova Scotia Division, West End Mall Cancer Connection 6960 Mumford Road, Suite S-13 This new toll-free, telephone-based, one-on- Halifax, NS B3L 4P1 one peer support program connects people liv- Phone: (902) 429-7025 ing with cancer to people who provide support Toll-free: 1-800-321-1433 based on similar cancer experience. E-mail: [email protected] Call: 1-800-263-6750 Website: www.arthritis.ca/novascotia For more information, contact: Canadian Cancer Society Brain Injury Association Nova Scotia Division of Nova Scotia (BIANS) 5826 South Street, Suite 1 The association strives to meet the lifelong needs Halifax, NS B3H 1S6 of people with acquired brain injury caused by Phone: 423-6183 traumatic brain injury or by internal causes Toll-free: 1-800-639-0222 such as strokes, tumours, aneurysms, oxygen E-mail: [email protected] deprivation or illness. Website: www.cancer.ca For more information contact: Canadian Celiac Association PO Box 8804 Halifax, NS B3K 5M4 This national organization is dedicated to pro- viding services and support to persons with Phone: (902) 473-7301 celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis E-mail: [email protected] through programs of awareness, advocacy, Website: www3.ns.sympatico.ca/bians education and research. Canadian Cancer Society For more information contact: This volunteer-based organization funds cancer Ernie Nickerson, President research and provides support, through programs Halifax Chapter and services, for those affected by cancer. To PO Box 9104 Station A learn more, call toll-free 1-800-639-0222 or Halifax, NS B3K 5M7 visit www.cancer.ca. Phone: (902) 464-9222 Cancer Information Service: The society Website: www.celiac.ca offers a toll-free information service staffed by E-mail: [email protected]

124 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Canadian Diabetes Association For more information, contact: This association promotes the health of Gina Lipson, Halifax Chapter Canadians through diabetes research, education, Phone: (902) 423-8538 service and advocacy. Services include weekend Toll-free: 1-800-563-5483 retreats especially for those 50+, literature, E-mail: [email protected] awareness, and other educational sessions. Website: www.liver.ca For more information, contact: Canadian Mental Health Nova Scotia Region Association 137 Chain Lake Drive, Suite 101 Halifax, NS B3S 1B3 This voluntary association promotes the mental health of all and supports the resilience and Phone: (902) 453-4232 recovery of people experiencing mental illness. Toll-free: 1-800-326-7712 It accomplishes its mission through advocacy, Website:www.diabetes.ca education, research, and services. Canadian Liver Foundation For more information, contact: The Foundation provides many services for Nova Scotia Division liver disease patients, their families, health Phone: (902) 466-6600 care professionals, and the public. E-mail: [email protected] Gracious. Independent. Retirement Living.

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 125 Annapolis County: Bridgetown Heart and Stroke Foundation Phone: (902) 665-4801 of Nova Scotia Cape Breton: Sydney The Foundation promotes the study, preven- Phone: (902) 567-7735 tion, and reduction of premature death and E-mail: [email protected] disability from heart disease and stroke. It sup- Colchester/East Hants County: Truro ports research, education, and the promotion Phone: (902) 895-4211 of healthy living. E-mail:[email protected] For more information, contact: Dartmouth 7th Floor, 5161 George Street Phone: (902) 463-2187 Halifax, NS B3J 1M7 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (902) 423-7530 Halifax Toll-free: 1-800-423-4432 Phone: (902) 455-5445 Website: www.heartandstroke.ca E-mail: [email protected] Kings County: Kentville Kidney Foundation of Canada Phone: (902) 679-7465 The Foundation funds research and clinical E-mail: [email protected] education, provides services for the special Lunenberg County: Bridgewater needs of individuals living with kidney disease, Phone: (902) 527-1893 advocates for access to high-quality care, and E-mail: [email protected] actively promotes awareness of and commitment Pictou County: New Glasgow to organ donation. Phone: (902) 755-9441 For more information, contact: E-mail: [email protected] Marie Oxner, Office Administrator Epilepsy Association Nova Scotia Branch 1657 Barrington Street, Suite 235 of Nova Scotia Halifax, NS B3J 2A1 The Association provides support to Nova Phone: (902) 429-9298 Scotians affected by epilepsy. Toll-free: 1-800-889-5557 For more information, contact: E-mail: [email protected] Deborah Boltz, Executive Director Website: www.kidney.ca Phone: (902) 429-2633 E-mail: [email protected] Lung Association of Nova Scotia Website: www.epilepsyns.com The Lung Association’s fund-raising activities pro- Halifax Stroke Club vide resources to support the goal of improv- ing lung health and fighting lung disease The club operates as a self-help group for across the province. It provides public educa- stroke survivors, family, and friends. It also tion, research, patient services and professional offers support and companionship. education for the medical community. For more information, contact: The Association has a new information and Mel MacLeod support program for those with adult Phone: (902) 477-1381

126 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS breathing problems and COPD (Emphysema Osteoporosis Society of Canada and Bronchitis) called Breathworks. To speak This society educates, empowers, and supports with a certified COPD education counsellor, call individuals in the prevention and treatment of 1-866-717-2673. osteoporosis. You can call the society to ask for For more information, contact: medically accurate information on the causes, Bill VanGorder, President CEO prevention, and treatment of osteoporosis. 17 Alma Crescent For more information, contact: Halifax, NS B3N 3E6 Nova Scotia Chapter Phone: (902) 443-8141 Jean Murdoch, Chairperson Toll-free: 1-888-566-5864 Phone: (902) 445-2448 E-mail: [email protected] or Website: www.ns.lung.ca Osteoporosis Society of Canada Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society 33 Laird Drive of Canada Toronto, ON M4G 3S9 Toll-free (English): 1-800-463-6842 The MS Society works to find a cure for multiple Sans frasi (Français): 1-800-977-1778 sclerosis and is dedicated to improving the E-mail: [email protected] quality of life for people with MS. Website: www.osteoporosis.ca For more information, contact: Atlantic Division Parkinson Society Canada 71 Ilsley Avenue, Unit 12 This organization aims to ease the burden and Dartmouth, NS B3B 1L5 find a cure for Parkinson’s disease. Programs Phone: (902) 468-8230 include: advocacy, education, research, and sup- Toll-free: 1-800-268-7582 port services to improve quality of life for people E-mail: [email protected] affected by Parkinson’s. Call the toll-free number Website: www.mssociety.ca for information on support groups and chapters. Muscular Dystrophy Association For more information, contact: of Canada Maritime Region 5991 Spring Garden Road, Suite 290 Programs and services provided by the Atlantic Halifax, NS B3H 1Y6 Division include the Atlantic Equipment and Phone: (902) 422-3656 Mobility Program, a peer support program, edu- Toll-free: 1-800-663-2468 cation and advocacy, and individual support. E-mail: [email protected] For more information, contact: Website: www.parkinson.ca Janet Everest, Atlantic Division 1888 Brunswick Street, Suite 804 Psoriasis Society of Canada Halifax, NS B3J 3J8 The Society’s goals are to increase awareness of Phone: (902) 429-6322 psoriasis, form support groups across Canada, E-mail: [email protected] consult with government, assist with programs and services, and encourage research programs.

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 127 For more information, contact: follow-up, homemaking, personal care, and Judy Misner, President respite care. Charitable services include meals PO Box 25015 programs, transportation programs, volunteer Halifax, NS B3M 4H4 visiting, and more. Phone: (902) 443-8680 Referrals are accepted from all sources. Care is Toll-free: 1-800-656-4494 provided in consultation with a physician. Website: www.psoriasissociety.org Service is available seven days a week. VON is supported by fees for service, donations, Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) grants, and fundraising projects. Fees: Based on the average cost of the visit. This charitable organization provides profes- If you live in the areas served, you will not be sional health care services to individuals and refused service for financial reasons. their families at home or in the community For more information, contact: setting. Its visiting nursing, home support, and charitable programs help seniors stay indepen- VON Canada, Nova Scotia dent and in charge of their own lives. Services 108 Cobequid Road include health assessment and teaching, Lower Sackville, NS B4C 2N2 rehabilitation, palliative care, bereavement Phone: (902) 865-4688

VON Offices Programs for GOOD Greater Halifax HEALTH IS (902) 453-5800 Seniors 2005 JUST THE Lunenburg County 16th Edition BEGINNING. (902) 624-1897 The 16th annual Programs for Seniors is co-published by the Nova Scotia VON understands the Queens County Senior Citizens’ Secretariat, Communications Nova Scotia and Transcontinental Specialty Publications/Holiday Media. The publication is unique health needs of (902) 354-3297 an annual, comprehensive resource book describing the services, seniors. We work with programs, and organizations available in Nova Scotia for seniors. you so you can stay Tri-County Seventy-five thousand copies are distributed free-of-charge to the seniors active and independent. (902) 742-4512 population of Nova Scotia through seniors’ organizations, government departments, pharmacy outlets, Sobeys, family physicians offices and Good health lets you Cumberland County public libraries. enjoy all that life has to All content is the property of the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat and may not offer. Call today to learn (902) 667-8796 be reproduced in any format without written permission. more about the services Colchester East Hants For more information contact: of VON. Programs for Seniors Nova Scotia (902) 893-3803 c/o Transcontinental Senior Citizens’ Secretariat We have 10 branches in Specialty Publications/ Dennis Building, 4th Floor Nova Scotia. Call the Antigonish Holiday Media 1740 Granville Street branch nearest you. Suite 609 PO Box 2065 (902) 863-5700 1888 Brunswick Street Halifax, NS B3J 2Z1 Halifax, NS B3J 3J8 Tel: (902) 424-0065 Cape Breton Metro Tel: (902) 468-8027 ext. 175 Toll Free: 1-800-670-0065 (902) 562-1297 Fax: (902) 468-2425 Fax: (902) 424-0561 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Pictou County Website: www.gov.ns.ca/scs (902) 752-3184 Annapolis Valley

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128 PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS Professional Give us your comments Associations If you have suggestions for improving Programs for Seniors, please take a few Continuing Care Association minutes to fill out this comment form of Nova Scotia (CCANS) and mail it to the address on the back. Debra Leigh, Chief Operating Officer Bloomfield Centre Office Place an X in the box next to the word 2786 Agricola Street, Room 119 that best describes your opinion. Halifax, NS B3K 4E1 Phone: (902) 453-2977 E-mail: [email protected] 1. How would you rate the usefulness Website: www.ccans.cjb.net of the information in Programs for Seniors? Home Support Nova Scotia Association (HSNSA) K Not Useful Karen Slaunwhite K Useful 287 Lacewood Drive K Very Useful Unit 103, Suite 349 Halifax, NS B3M 3Y7 K Other ______Phone: (902) 479-0989 E-mail: [email protected] Doctors Nova Scotia 2. How easy is it to locate the 5 Spectacle Lake Drive information you need? Dartmouth, NS B3B 1X7 K Not easy Phone: (902) 468-1866 K www.doctorsns.com Easy Nova Scotia Association of K Very Easy Health Organizations (NSAHO) K Other ______2 Dartmouth Road Bedford, NS B4A 2K7 Phone: (902) 832-8500 www.nsaho.ns.ca 3. What age category are you in? K (65+) Know Your Medications K (50–64) Talk to your doctor or pharmacist K (49–) about the

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SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 129 4. If you have any suggestions for Alphabetical Index improving Programs for Seniors, 50+ Expo ...... 13, 44 please list them below. ABCs of Fraud ...... 76 Abilities Foundation of Nova Scotia . . . . .123 Able Transit, Truro ...... 56 Acadia Lifelong Learning Centre ...... 49 Access-A-Bus Services ...... 56 Access-A-Home Program ...... 87 Access to Travel ...... 33 Access Nova Scotia ...... 7 Accessible Parking, License Plates and Permits ...... 34 Accessible Transportation ...... 33 Accommodations for Health Care Patients and Visitors ...... 107 Active Living ...... 36 Active Living Coalition of Older Adults (ALCOA) ...... 40 Adaptive Clothing ...... 113 Addiction Services ...... 103 Adult Day Programs ...... 109 Adult Protection ...... 102 Advertisers Listing ...... 136 After Hours Physician Services ...... 115 Aliant Telecom ...... 112 Allowance ...... 60 Allowance for the Survivor ...... 60 ALS Society of Canada ...... 123 Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia • Family Education ...... 123 • Resource Library ...... 47 • Support Groups ...... 123 Alzheimer Wandering Registry ...... 78 Thank you for taking the time Ambulance Services ...... 91 An Extra Hand Transportation ...... 56 to complete this comment form. Anson Care Givers Inc...... 114 Arborstone ...... 83 Your answers and comments Arthritis Society ...... 124 will be very useful in preparing Assisted Living Facilities ...... 83 Association of Halifax the next edition of Regional Seniors’ Councils ...... 21 Programs for Seniors. At Your Service ...... 31 Automobile Insurance ...... 74 Baptismal Certificates ...... 64 Please mail to: Better Business Bureau (BBB) ...... 72 Berkeley, The ...... 83 Nova Scotia Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Birches, The ...... 109 PO Box 2065 Birth Certificates ...... 63 Halifax, NS B3J 2Z1 Boarding Homes ...... 84 Book-a-Ride ...... 56 Brain Injury Association of NS ...... 124 Breakaway Adult Day Program ...... 109

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Breast Screening Program ...... 108 Community Volunteer Callow Wheelchair Buses ...... 57 Income Tax Program ...... 65 Campbell’s Shuttle Service ...... 59 Compassionate Care Benefit ...... 121 Canada Revenue Agency ...... 65 Computers and the Internet ...... 50 Canada Pension Plan (CPP) ...... 61 Congratulatory Messages ...... 27 Canada’s Association for the Fifty-Plus Congregate Housing/ (CARP) ...... 14 Supportive Housing ...... 81 Canadian Association on Gerontology . . . .29 Congress of National Seniors’ Canadian Cancer Society ...... 124 Organizations ...... 30 • The Lodge That Gives ...... 107 Consumer Advocate for Auto Insurance . . .75 Canadian Celiac Association ...... 124 Consumer Information and Complaints . . .72 Canadian Diabetes Association ...... 125 Continuing Care Association Canadian Home Income Plan ...... 72 of Nova Scotia ...... 129 Canadian Life and Health Insurance Continuing Care Services ...... 95 Association ...... 75 Co-operative Housing ...... 81 Canadian Liver Foundation ...... 125 Criminal Injuries Counselling Program . . . .76 Canadian MedicAlert Foundation ...... 79 Customs Information ...... 46 Canadian Mental Health Association . . . .125 Dalhousie Dental Clinic ...... 117 Canadian National Institute Dalhousie Legal Aid ...... 71 for the Blind (CNIB) ...... 33 Dance Nova Scotia ...... 39 Canadian Paraplegic Association ...... 34 Dartmouth Volksmarch Club ...... 42 Canadian Pensioners Concerned (CPC) . . .15 Dartmouth Medical Centre ...... 115 Canadian Red Cross Society Day Break Senior Day Care ...... 109 • Health Equipment Loan Service . . . . .112 DePaul Hall ...... 83 • Transportation Service ...... 56 Deaf, Special Needs for Seniors ...... 35 Canadian Senior Games Association . . . . .41 Death Certificates ...... 63, 122 Canadian Snowbird Association ...... 45 Death Benefits ...... 123 Cape Breton Seniors’ Debtor Assistance ...... 73 Community Learning Network ...... 50 Delicious Deliveries ...... 111 Cape Care Services ...... 114 Dial-A-Law ...... 70 Cape Support Systems ...... 79 Dial-a-Ride Nova Scotia ...... 54 Care Choices Inc...... 115 Dignity by Design ...... 113 Caregivers ’n’ more ...... 115 Disabilities, Resources for Seniors ...... 33 Caregiver Resource Library ...... 47 Disabled Persons Commission ...... 34 Caregiver Support ...... 119 Disabled Residential Rehabilitation Caregiver Tax Tips ...... 66 Assistance Program ...... 87 Cedarstone/Parkland Estates ...... 84 Distance Education Courses ...... 49 Central Highlands Association of the District Health Authorities and Disabled (CHAD) ...... 58 Community Health Boards ...... 89 Centre for Health Care of the Elderly . . . .106 Directory of Senior Citizens’ Councils, Chebucto Links ...... 30 Clubs, Centres, and Organizations . . . . .18 Chiropodists ...... 116 Division of Aging and Seniors ...... 28 Chiropractors ...... 115 Dr. F. R. MacKinnon Endowment Fund . . .26 Colchester Transportation Doctors Nova Scotia ...... 129 Cooperative Ltd...... 55 Driver’s Licenses ...... 53 College of Physicians and Surgeons, NS . . .7 Eastern Regional Help Line ...... 31 Comcare ...... 114 Easy Living Shops Canada Ltd...... 114 Community Access Program ...... 50 Elder Abuse ...... 75 Community ACCESS-ability Program . . . . .34 Elderfit, Lunenburg ...... 42 Community Based Options for Senior . . . .98 ElderCare Atlantic Inc...... 114, 117 Community Learning Networks ...... 48 Elderlearners ...... 50 Community Links ...... 25 Elderobics Association of Nova Scotia . . . .42 Community Meal Programs ...... 111 Employment ...... 52

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Emergency Medical Information ...... 79 Harbourstone ...... 83 Emergency Repair Program (ERP) ...... 87 Haven Bay Home Care Services ...... 114 Energy Use in the Home ...... 88 Health Canada Enriched Housing ...... 81 Division of Aging and Seniors ...... 28 Epilepsy Association of Nova Scotia . . . . .126 Health Care Shuttle ...... 59 Estate Planning ...... 120 Health Equipment and Supplies ...... 112 Expositions ...... 44 Health and Home Senior Care . . . . .114, 115 Family 1st Medical ...... 79 Health Professionals and Services ...... 115 Family Caregivers Association of NS . . . .119 Health Insurance ...... 90 Family Focus ...... 115 Health-Related Organizations ...... 123 Family Modest Housing Program ...... 87 Health Screening Programs ...... 108 Federal Government; Aging and Seniors . .28 Health Services; Provincial Government . . .88 Federal Government Information ...... 32 Heart and Stroke Foundation of NS . . . . .126 • General Inquiries ...... 32 Help Lines ...... 31 Federal Retirement Income Programs . . . .59 Help-line/Outreach Seniors’ Infoline . . . . .30 Federal Superannuates National Highway Help Program ...... 78 Association (FSNA) ...... 15 Home Adaptations for Federation of Senior Citizens and Seniors’ Independence ...... 87 Pensioners of Nova Scotia (FSCPNS) . . .15 Home Care ...... 95 Fidelis House ...... 107 Home Care and Home Support Services . . .95 Financial Aid Programs – Provincial ...... 62 Home Improvement Grants and Loans . . . . .86 Foot Care ...... 116 Home Instead Senior Care ...... 114 Fraud Prevention (Safety and) ...... 76 Home Insurance ...... 74 Frequently Called Numbers ...... 7 Home Maintenance ...... 88 Friends of the Family ...... 121 Home Support Nova Scotia Association . .129 Funeral Arrangements ...... 121 Hospice Society of Greater Halifax ...... 120 Gas and Service Stations ...... 52 Houses, Condominiums Geriatric Day Hospital, QEII and Apartments ...... 81 • Falls Clinic ...... 106 Housing ...... 80 Gerontology Association of NS (GANS) . . . .17 Housing Authorities ...... 81 Gerontology Programs ...... 48 Housing and Care Options for Seniors . . . .80 Gladys M. Manning Housing Services, Nova Scotia Retirement Community ...... 84 Department of Community Services . . .84 Government Information Human Resource Centres of Canada . . . . .52 • Federal ...... 32 Human Rights ...... 72 • Provincial ...... 32 Hunting ...... 40 Grandparents’ Rights ...... 25 Hut’s Transit ...... 58 Grants for Home Repairs ...... 86 Income Assistance – Provincial ...... 62 GST Credit/Refunds ...... 66 Income Tax, Personal ...... 65 Grocery Delivery Services ...... 118 Indo-Canadian Senior Group of NS ...... 25 Group of IX ...... 14 Information and Referral ...... 30 Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) . . .60 In-Home Services ...... 117 Gynaecological Cancer Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) ...... 75 Screening Program ...... 108 Insurance ...... 74 Halifax Region Seniors’ Multiple Point Insurance Providers ...... 75 Access Program ...... 51 Investments, Concerns About ...... 73 Halifax Stroke Club ...... 126 Italian-Canadian Handi-Trans ...... 55 Golden Age Senior Group ...... 25 Handicapped Organization JKM Industries ...... 117, 122 Promoting Equality (HOPE) ...... 59 Kidney Foundation of Canada ...... 126 Hants Community Accessible Kim’s Trim Mobile Salon ...... 117 Transportation Service ...... 57 Kings County Alternative Transportation Services Society ...... 57

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Kings Transit ...... 55, 57 MSI ...... 90 Kingsway Gardens ...... 56, 84 Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada . . . .127 Kingswood Residence ...... 83 Municipal Recreation Contacts ...... 37 Last Post Fund ...... 122 Muscular Dystrophy Association ...... 123 Law and Older Nova Scotians, The ...... 70 National Advisory Council on Aging . . . . .28 Lean on Me National Seniors’ Organizations ...... 29 Home Health Care Services ...... 114 New Horizons for Seniors ...... 29 Legal Matters ...... 66 Newcomers, Resources for Seniors ...... 32 Legal Information Line and Lawyer Nightingale Nursing Services ...... 114 Referral Service ...... 70 Northside Community Guest Home . . . .114 Legal Information Society of NS ...... 66 Northside Harbourview Hospital Leisure and Hobbies ...... 44 Seniors’ Day Program ...... 110 Leona Burke’s Northwood Blood Collection Services ...... 117 • Assisted Living ...... 83 Libraries ...... 47 • Adult Day Programs ...... 109 Licensed Practical Nurses • Apartments ...... 83 Private Duty Registry ...... 114 • Broadcasting Club ...... 44 Licenses and Safe Driving ...... 53 • Community Centre ...... 21 Licensing (Driver’s) ...... 53 • Enriched Living ...... 81 Life Insurance ...... 74 • Homecare Services ...... 114 Life-Long Learning Opportunities ...... 47 • Lifeline ...... 79 Loan and Mortgage Programs, • Northwood Players ...... 44 Provincial ...... 87 • Special Needs of Deaf Seniors ...... 35 Lodge That Gives, The ...... 107 • Telecare ...... 78 Long-Term Care ...... 97 Notification of Death ...... 122 Lung Association of Nova Scotia ...... 126 Nova Scotia Advisory Council M& M Meat Shops ...... 112 on the Status of Women ...... 33 MacCulloch Med Tech Services Inc...... 117 Nova Scotia Association of Health Major Repairs and Adaptations ...... 87 Organizations ...... 129 Managing Your Affairs ...... 121 Nova Scotia Breast Screening Program . .108 Maplestone ...... 83 Nova Scotia Centre on Aging ...... 26 Marvellous Mouthfuls ...... 111 Nova Scotia Community College ...... 49 Marriage Certificates ...... 63 Nova Scotia Department of Meal Programs ...... 110 Agriculture and Fisheries ...... 40 Meals and More ...... 111 Nova Scotia Department of Meals Network Representatives ...... 111 Community Services, Housing Services 80 Meals on Wheels ...... 110 Nova Scotia Department of Health ...... 89 MedicAlert ...... 79 Nova Scotia Department of Justice ...... 66 Medic Aid Response Systems ...... 79 Nova Scotia Department of Medical Services Insurance Plan (MSI) . . . .90 Natural Resources ...... 40 Medical and Hospital Supply Services . . .113 Nova Scotia Melville Heights ...... 83 Emergency Measures Organization ...... 79 Mental Health Services ...... 104 Nova Scotia 55+ Games Society ...... 40 Metro Help Line ...... 31 Nova Scotia Government Retired Metro Transit ...... 56 Employees Association (NSGREA) ...... 17 Metro Transit Access-A-Bus ...... 56 Nova Scotia’s Health Care System ...... 88 Metropolitan Immigrant Settlement Nova Scotia Health Insurance ...... 90 Association (MISA) ...... 32 Nova Scotia MobiliCare Inc...... 118 Hearing and Speech Centres ...... 35 Mobility Disabled License Plates Nova Scotia Home Builders Association . . .88 and Permits ...... 53 Nova Scotia Mount Saint Vincent University ...... 26, 48 Hospice/Palliative Care Association . . . .120

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Nova Scotia Hospital ...... 109 Private Recipe Frozen Meals ...... 110 Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission . .72 Pro Seniors ...... 114 Nova Scotia Legal Aid ...... 71 Problem Gambling Help Line ...... 32 Nova Scotia Meals Network ...... 110 Professional Associations ...... 129 Nova Scotia Regional Public Libraries . . . .47 Proof of Age ...... 63, 64 Nova Scotia Property Tax Rebate Program ...... 62 Retired Teachers Association ...... 17 Protecting Vulnerable Adults Nova Scotia Safety Council ...... 54 (Adult Protection) ...... 102 Nova Scotia Securities Commission ...... 73 Protocol Office ...... 27 Nova Scotia Seniors’ Art and Provincial Government Information ...... 32 Photo Gallery ...... 12, 44 • Public Enquiries ...... 32 Nova Scotia Seniors’ Organizations, Provincial Health Card ...... 90 Group of IX ...... 14 Provincial Health Services ...... 88 Nova Scotia Provincial Parks ...... 40 Sport and Recreation Division ...... 36 Provincial Tax Information ...... 7 Nursing Homes ...... 98 Provincial Volunteer Awards ...... 45 Oakwood Terrace Adult Day Program . . .109 Psoriasis Society of Canada ...... 127 Occupational Therapists ...... 116 Public Enquiries ...... 32 Office of Health Promotion ...... 88 Public Health Agency of Canada ...... 28 Old Age Security Program(OAS) ...... 60 Public Health Services ...... 102 Ombudsman, Nova Scotia Office of the . .73 Public Non-Profit Housing ...... 81 Orchard View Apartments ...... 84 Public Transportation Regional Services . . . .54 Order of Nova Scotia ...... 27 Public Trustee ...... 70 Osteoporosis Society of Canada ...... 127 QEII Health Sciences Centre P.A.C.T...... 76 Accommodation ...... 107 P.L.S. In-Home Care Ltd...... 115 RCMP, Seniors Safety Program ...... 77 Palliative Care and Estate Planning . . . . .120 Recreation Nova Scotia (RNS) ...... 37 Palliative Care Association ...... 120 Red Cross, Home Support Services . . . . .114 Parent Apartment Program (PAP) ...... 87 Reduced Tuition Fees ...... 48 Parkinson Society Canada ...... 127 Regional/District Housing Offices ...... 85 Parkland Estates ...... 83, 84 Regroupement des Aînées et Aînés Parkstone ...... 83 de la Nouvelle-Écosse ...... 18 Passports ...... 46, 64 Remarkable Seniors Awards ...... 28 Partners Against Residential Care Facilities ...... 98 Crime and Theft (PACT) ...... 76 Residential Rehabilitation Personal Emergency Response Systems . . .78 Assistance Program (RRAP) ...... 87 Pharmacare Program ...... 92 Residential Tenancies and Phone Busters (PACT) ...... 77 Condominiums ...... 74 Photo IDs ...... 64 Resources for Newcomer Seniors ...... 32 Physician Information Line ...... 115 Resources for Seniors with Disabilities . . . .33 Physiotherapists ...... 116 Resources for Senior Women ...... 33 Podiatrists ...... 116 Respite Care ...... 99, 119 Point Pleasant Lodge ...... 107 Revenue Canada ...... 65 Public Health Agency of Canada ...... 28 Reverse Mortgages ...... 72 Powers Senior Home Care Inc...... 114 Routes to Learning Canada ...... 50 Preparing for an Expected Death Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) ...... 18 at Home ...... 121 Safety and Fraud Prevention ...... 76 Preventing Falls ...... 105 Senior Citizens’ Assistance Program Preventing Falls Together Program . . . . .105 (SCAP) ...... 86 Private Health Insurance ...... 95 Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Private Home Care and • Information Resource Centre ...... 12 Home Support Services ...... 114 • Seniors’ Information Line ...... 12, 31

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Senior Wheels Association, Bridgewater . . .57 Sport Nova Scotia (SNS) ...... 39 Seniors for Seniors ...... 52, 118 Sport, Recreation and Active Living ...... 36 Seniors Snow Removal Program ...... 118 Stay Home Care ...... 114 Seniors’ Art and Photo Gallery ...... 12, 44 Student Connection Program ...... 51 Seniors’ Card (OAS) ...... 64 Superannuation Plans, Seniors’ Centres ...... 21 Federal/Provincial ...... 7 Seniors Check-in Programs, Bridgewater, Superintendent of Insurance ...... 75 Cape Breton Regional Municipality, Survivor’s Benefit ...... 61 Halifax Regional Municipality ...... 78 Sydney Seniors’ Infoline ...... 31 Seniors’ Clubs ...... 18 Sydney Volunteer Resource Centre ...... 45 Seniors’ Councils ...... 18 Tai Chi Society, Taoist ...... 42 Seniors’ Guide to Federal Programs Take a Break Program ...... 110 and Services ...... 29 Taxes ...... 65 Seniors’ Info Line Telephone Contact Programs ...... 78 • VON Greater Halifax ...... 31 Ticker Troop – Dartmouth ...... 43 • VON Lunenburg ...... 31 TransCounty Transportation Society . . . . .55 Seniors’ Information Line Transit Cape Breton ...... 55 (Secretariat) ...... 31, 32 Transport de Clare, Le ...... 55 Seniors’ Information Services ...... 30 Transportation ...... 52 Seniors’ Mental Health Program Transportation Services by Area/County . .55 • Cape Breton District Health Authority 104 Travel ...... 45 Seniors’ Mental Health Services University and Community College • Kings and Annapolis Counties ...... 105 Courses for Seniors ...... 48 • Capital Health ...... 105 Using Technology? Positively! ...... 51 Seniors’ Organizations in Nova Scotia . . . .14 Valley Drug Mart Seniors’ Policies and Programs Database . .31 Health Shuttle Service ...... 59 Seniors’ Safe Driving Discount Program . . .53 Valley View Villa, Stellarton ...... 30 Seniors’ Safety Program (RCMP) ...... 77 Veterans Affairs Canada ...... 62 Seniors’ Self-Contained Apartments ...... 81 Veterans Funeral Services ...... 122 Seniors’ Special Assistance ...... 63 Veterans Independence Program ...... 62 Service for Seniors ...... 65 Vial of Life ...... 79 Services for Frail, Disabled, or Victim Services ...... 76 Homebound Seniors ...... 109 Victoria Hall ...... 83 Shelburne Seniors’ Infoline ...... 31 Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) ...... 128 Shuttle Bug Shuttle Service ...... 59 • VON Adult Day Programs ...... 109 Shuttle Services ...... 59 • VON Footcare Services ...... 117 Skate Information ...... 42 • VON Transportation ...... 57, 58 Ski Atlantic Seniors’ Club ...... 42 • VON Volunteer Assisted Sloane’s of Hants Transportation Program ...... 58 Helping Hand Transport ...... 59 Vital Statistics ...... 63 Small Claims Court ...... 71 Volunteer Activities ...... 45 Small Loans Assistance Program ...... 87 Volunteer Awards, Provincial ...... 45 Smokers’ Help Line ...... 124 Volunteer Resource Centre, Sydney ...... 45 Snow Removal ...... 118 Volunteers Visiting Programs ...... 110 Social Insurance Number (SIN) ...... 52 We Care Home Health Services ...... 115 Societies’ Act ...... 21 West Hants Dial-a-Ride ...... 57 Society of Deaf and Hard of Hearing When you Retire ...... 66 Nova Scotians ...... 35 Williston House ...... 83 South Cumberland Community Care Women, Resources for Seniors ...... 33 Centre/Adult Day Program ...... 110 Workers’ Compensation Board ...... 52 Special Recognition for Seniors ...... 27 YMCAs and YWCAs ...... 43 Sport and Recreation ...... 36 YMCA Newcomers’ Centre ...... 32

SENIOR CITIZENS’ SECRETARIAT 135 Call Now to Reserve Ad Space in Programs for Seniors Advertisers 2005 Abbott Labs/Ensure ...... 1 Anson Caregivers ...... 103 Programs for Arbour Memorial Service ...... 120 Audiology Associates ...... 113 Berkeley, The ...... 125 Seniors 2006 Bill McBride / GMAC Real Estate ...... 82 Can-Med Surgical Supplies Ltd...... 104 Care Choices ...... 101 Consider advertising your program or Coastal Inn Concorde...... 45 service in the 2006 edition of Doctors Nova Scotia...... 13 Eldercare Atlantic Inc...... 99 Programs for Seniors - Federal Superannuates National Association...... 15 the comprehensive resource guide Goldenwear Clothing ...... 112 for seniors reaches 75,000 seniors, care- Grand View Manor...... 84 givers, and professionals. Government Representatives ...... 68 – 70 Harding Medical Supplies...... 112 Health and Home Senior Care ...... 96 Programs for Seniors is a publication Highcrest Enterprises ...... 36 of the Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Highland Hearing Clinic ...... 116 Holiday Inn ...... Inside Back Cover Holiday Inn Select Halifax Centre ...... 27 Contact us today for information: Home Instead Senior Care ...... 101 Programs for Seniors 2006 J. E. Ramsay Ltd...... 71 c/o Senior Citizens’ Secretariat Johnson Insurance ...... 24 Mayor Peter J. Kelly ...... 13 Dennis Building, 4th Floor Nelson Monuments ...... 120 1740 Granville Street Northwood Care Inc ...... 85 PO Box 2065 Nova Scotia Dental Hygienists’ Association ...... 19 Halifax, NS B3J 2Z1 O’ Brien Motor Coach Tours Ltd...... 45 Orthotics East...... 38 Pharmasave Atlantic ...... 58 Phone: (902) 424-4737 Powers Senior Home Care Inc...... 106 Fax: (902) 424-0561 Praxair Medigas ...... 119 E-mail: [email protected] Province of Nova Scotia: • Department of Education ...... 22 • Department of Health ...... 11 for Advertising Space Contact: • Office of Health Promotion ...... 20, 26 Transcontinental • Senior Citizens’ Secretariat ...... 46 Specialty Publications • Service NS and Municipal Relations...... 16 Psychiatry Consultation Liason ...... 104 Phone: 902-468-8027 ext. 175 Saint Vincent’s Guest House ...... 19 Fax: 902-468-2425 Scotia Care Homecare ...... 96 E-mail: [email protected] Scotia Nursing Homes Ltd...... 106 Seaview Manor Corporation...... 87 Shoreham Village ...... 82 Sobeys ...... Inside Front Cover Social Development Canada...... 4 Transcontinental...... 128 Victoria Hall ...... 86 Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) ...... 128 VitalAire Healthcare ...... 84

1 We Care Home Health Services ...... 99 Wild Blueberry Producers Assoc. . . . Outside Back Cover 19931 W. J. Power Plumbing and Heating Ltd...... 38 Zellers Pharmacy ...... 30

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