Everybody at every age should have access to the things they need for physical and mental well-being, as well as feel like they’re part of a community. That’s why United Way Greater Toronto continues to work, with unwavering determination, to ensure support services that allow seniors to have equal opportunities for good quality of life are there when they need them.
THE CHALLENGE
Seniors are the fastest growing age group in Canada. They also face compounded social and physical challenges, as well as an increased likelihood of living with a disability, feeling isolated and having a low or fixed income. Seniors often have difficulty accessing healthcare, finding culturally relevant community services and staying connected with friends and family. Everyone in the GTA should be able to live happy, healthy lives where they can rely on their communities as they age. That’s what keeps us working with grit and determination to make sure that no one gets left behind — at any point in life.
BUILDING A STRONGER COMMUNITY FOR GENERATIONS
With your support and together with our network of community agencies, United Way Greater Toronto supports 55 programs for seniors that increase social connections and encourage well-being through things like home assistance services, meals on wheels, hospital-to-home transition and more, with specific agencies focusing on Indigenous seniors and seniors of African descent. We’re also investing in community programs like the 211 Helpline which directs people to nearby government and community-based social services providing support with food, housing, health and counselling services. Our Community Hubs provide one-stop shops across the GTA where seniors can foster connections and make new friends while accessing healthcare, government and food resources. Together with seniors, caregivers, hospitals, community and municipal agencies, as well as federal and municipal ministries, we’re finding solutions to the challenges facing seniors. As a partner, advocate, and community builder, we’re working with everything we’ve got to make sure that seniors have their urgent needs met and are able to live full, healthy lives.
JOIN US. Everyone, regardless of age, deserves access to the resources they need for a high quality of life. Donate today and help ensure every senior in the GTA has their physical and mental needs met and feel a sense of belonging in their community. Any way we can.
