by Shelagh Kiely | Nov 27, 2024 | News
(Version published in the Hamilton Spectator: November 23, 2024) Dr. Margaret Denton In 2000, more than 4,000 older adults spoke to the Hamilton Council on Aging about issues related to aging through surveys, focus groups and community events. They...
by Shelagh Kiely | Apr 30, 2024 | Newsletter Articles, Newsletters
We are pleased to share the Spring 2024 issue of the Hamilton Council on Aging Newsletter with you. In this edition, you can read about our annual Walk4Health Fundraiser, hear from the Hamilton Police about scams to avoid, see the Spring recreation schedules, learn...
by Shelagh Kiely | Feb 9, 2024 | News
(Version published in the Hamilton Spectator: February 9, 2024) Margaret Denton Canada’s retirement system is built around three pillars: 1) income from government benefits such as the Old Age Security (OAS), Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) and Guaranteed Annual...
by Shelagh Kiely | Feb 9, 2024 | News
(Version published in the Hamilton Spectator: January 23, 2024) Rose Yee and Andra Linetski As we move further into what is proving to be an active respiratory season, here is a reminder that it is important to stay up-to-date with vaccinations for optimal...
by Shelagh Kiely | Jan 12, 2024 | News
APPLY NOW Fare Assist Program Fare Assist offers Hamilton residents who are recipients of Ontario Works, the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) or have household incomes below the Low Income Measure, a 30% discount on current single-ride PRESTO fares for...