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Seniors' Secretariat Grant Application Form
Application form for the 2025-26 Seniors' Secretariat Grants.
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Seniors' Secretariat Grant Funding Guidelines
Guidelines for the 2025-26 Seniors' Secretariat Grants.
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Input wanted for new Five-year Seniors Action Plan
The Provincial Government wants to hear from Island residents to help inform the next Five-year Seniors Action Plan. The action plan will be developed in partnership with the PEI Seniors’ Secretariat. It will focus on addressing the needs of PEI’s aging population, with an...
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Five Islanders honoured with 2024 Senior Islander of Year Awards
Five Island seniors were honoured with the Senior Islander of the Year Award for the positive impact they have made to their communities. These awards recognize the efforts that seniors have made in areas like volunteering, artistic achievement, fundraising, sports, recreation...
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Financial workshops for seniors being offered this fall
Free workshops providing important financial information for seniors are once again being held across the Island this fall. These workshops will focus on explaining the provincial and federal benefits Island seniors may be eligible for, as well as providing information on...
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Caregiver helps loved one stay at home
The At Home Caregiver Benefit is a new program that helps those who are at high likelihood of admission to long-term care to stay in the comfort of their home while receiving ongoing care from a primary caregiver. Shortly before Valarie MacRae and Michael Downs moved to Prince...
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Increased funding to help Island seniors stay independent in their homes
Island seniors eligible for the Seniors Independence Initiative (SII) can now access up to $1,800 annually for practical services that make it easier for them to remain in their own homes and communities. The SII program provides financial assistance for services such as light...
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Nominations for 2024 Senior Islander of the Year Awards now open
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Senior Islander of the Year Awards. These awards recognize seniors for their contributions in different areas including volunteering and community involvement, fundraising, fitness and recreation, education and research. “It is so important...
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Statement by Minister Ramsay recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Hon. Barb Ramsay, Minister of Social Development and Seniors, issued the following statement marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: “Tomorrow, June 15 th, is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It is a day to shine a spotlight on the mistreatment of older adults. We all want to...
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Seniors Community Meals List
A list of community meal locations has been created to make it easier for seniors to find a community meal in their area. For any questions or to register, seniors are encouraged to contact the organization providing the meal directly.