Council on Aging of Ottawa (The)

Application

Call or apply online

Eligibility / Target Population

No restrictions

Fees

Membership fee, $40 * organizational membership $100 * corporate membership $250

Executives

Paul-Émile Cloutier - Interim President

Contacts

Sarah Bercier - Executive Director
613-789-3577 ext 2 * s.bercier@coaottawa.ca

Languages

English ; French - Designated Agency under the French Language Services Act

Language Notes

Designated Agency under the French Language Act

Area Served

Ottawa (City of) and area

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Advocacy group on seniors' issues * volunteer opportunities

Volunteer-run committees meet to discuss the following seniors issues:

Age-Friendly Ottawa: group working with the City of Ottawa, community partners, and seniors to maximize healthy and active aging
transportation
health
housing
income security
francophone issues
social inclusion

Education services:

eight sessions offered in English and eight sessions offered in French yearly, often with a focus on how seniors can age better
income security course for individuals retiring on a low income
55 Alive Refresher Driving Course: in-class learning for people 55 years and older
in-class driving lessons for older seniors
housing options course
Understanding Transport As We Age: exploration of local transportation options

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