Seniors Information

A compiled list of senior’s services and information such as the Canadian Pension Plan, Personal Directives, Fraud Awareness, Volunteer Opportunities and more.

Kerby Centre

Community Quadrant

1133 7 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB
T2P 1B2

Located in the heart of Calgary, Alberta, Kerby Centre is a not-for-profit organization, committed to enhancing the lives of older adults. Since 1973, Kerby Centre has evolved into one of Canada’s flagship agencies; setting the standard for older adult services, information, and programming. Serving 25,000 people each year, Kerby Centre strives to assist older adults to live as well as possible, for as long as possible, as residents in the community.

 

 

Accessible Trans- portation Services. Access Calgary

Community Quadrant

Calgary, AB

Access Calgary is responsible for managing the eligibility, booking, scheduling and dispatching shared-ride, door-to-door public transportation services for Calgarians with disabilities.

 

 

Alberta Government Seniors Information

Community Quadrant

Calgary, AB

Find all the seniors services the Alberta government provides.

 

Alberta Seniors Benefit Program

Community Quadrant

P.O. Box 3100
Edmonton, AB
T5J 4W3

The Alberta Seniors Benefit program provides support in addition to the federal benefits received under Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Federal Allowance and the GST credit. It is based on income and provides monthly benefits to eligible seniors.

 

Calgary Aldermanic Offices

Community Quadrant

800 Macleod Trail SE
Calgary, AB
T2G 5E6

Calgary City Council consists of the Mayor and 14 City Aldermen, one representing each of the city’s 14 wards. The council is the main governing and legislative body for the City of Calgary. City Aldermen also sit on Boards, Commissions and Committees within The City of Calgary.

 

Alzheimer Society of Calgary

Community Quadrant

201, 222 58 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB
T2H 2S3

We provide direct local help and support to people in Calgary and surrounding area who are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Primarily, we offer support, education and respite programs for people living with dementia, their family members and caregivers.

 

Alzheimer Society of Alberta

Community Quadrant

303 6707 Elbow Drive SW
Calgary, AB
T2V 0E5

The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories exists to: heighten awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia; provide support services; and, support research into the cause and a cure for this disease.

 

Bowmont Seniors Assistance Association

Community Quadrant

5000 Bowness Road NW
Calgary, AB
T3B 0B9

Supporting programs to address issues and create community solutions so that seniors may live in health, comfort and dignity.

 

 

Calgary Community Associations

Community Quadrant

Calgary, AB

Find your local community association and community related services.

 

Calgary Fire Department

Community Quadrant

City Wide
Calgary, AB

The city of Calgary Fire Department partners with agencies and community groups to provide fire and fall prevention education programs to older adults and vulnerable populations. We are strong advocates for the health and safety of all Seniors. Contact the Calgary Fire Department via 311 to book fire safety talks in your neighbourhood.

 

Calgary HandiBus Association

Community Quadrant

231 37th Avenue NE
Calgary, AB
T2E 8J2

Calgary HandiBus is passionate about providing our customers with access to the community and promoting independence. We insist upon serving our customers with honesty and respect, care and dignity. We operate in a cost effective manner, where safety is never compromised. We are proud to strengthen our community and make a difference in people’s lives.

 

Calgary Health Region

Community Quadrant

Calgary, AB

We are the skilled and dedicated health professionals, support staff, volunteers and physicians who promote wellness and provide health care every day to approximately 3.8 million Albertans, as well as to many residents of southwestern Saskatchewan, southeastern British Columbia and the Northwest Territories.

 

Calgary Police Service

Community Quadrant

5111 47 St. NE
Calgary, AB
T3J 3R2

The Calgary Police Service is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. In concert with other agencies and the citizens of Calgary, the Calgary Police Service strives to preserve the quality of life in our community by maintaining Calgary as a safe place to live, work and visit.

 

Calgary Transit

Community Quadrant

Calgary, AB

Find your local Calgary bus route.

 

Calgary Chapter Alberta Association on Gerontology

Community Quadrant

PO Box 46011, RPO Inglewood
Calgary, AB
T2G 4M7

The Alberta Association on Gerontology (AAG) is a province-wide organization that supports persons involved in and concerned with gerontology, in their efforts to enhance the lives of the aging population.

 

Calgary Chinese Elderly Citizens' Association (CCECA)

Community Quadrant

111 Riverfront Avenue SW
Calgary, AB
T2P 4Y8

Calgary Chinese Elderly Citizens’ Association (CCECA) is a non-profit social service organization. It has been serving seniors and new immigrants citywide since 1985. It provides a great variety of services and programs, from social activities and community support to health services. Its current membership exceeds 5,100 people.

 

Calgary Seniors Resource Society (CSRS)

Community Quadrant

3639 26 Street NE
Calgary, AB
T1Y 5E1

Calgary Seniors’ Resource Society offers innovative and creative services that support seniors. Our vision is that seniors are thriving and valued members of the community.

 

Canada Pension Plan (CPP)

Community Quadrant

Calgary, AB

Your contributions to the Canada Pension Plan provide you with a stable and dependable pension you can build on for retirement. Your contributions also provide you and your dependents with basic financial protection if you become disabled or die.

 

Kerby Centre

Community Quadrant

1133 7 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB
T2P 1B2

Located in the heart of Calgary, Alberta, Kerby Centre is a not-for-profit organization, committed to enhancing the lives of older adults. Since 1973, Kerby Centre has evolved into one of Canada’s flagship agencies; setting the standard for older adult services, information, and programming. Serving 25,000 people each year, Kerby Centre strives to assist older adults to live as well as possible, for as long as possible, as residents in the community.

 

Calgary Public Library

Community Quadrant

6th Fl, 616 Macleod Trail S.E.
Calgary, AB
T2G 2M2

Get your Calgary Public Library card at any branch! Just pay the registration fee and show two pieces of identification one of which shows a current Calgary residential address and the other photo identification.

 

Calgary Meals on Wheels

Community Quadrant

5759 80 Avenue SE
Calgary, AB
T2C 4S6

We prepare and deliver nutritious, quality, and affordable meals to anyone in Calgary, regardless of age or income. Short-term or long-term, we are here to help! We offer 5 different programs serving individuals, families, schools, non-profit agencies, and community groups.

 

Personal Directives Alberta Government

Community Quadrant

Calgary, AB

Personal directives are legal documents which allow you to name a decision maker and/or provide written instructions to be followed when, due to illness or injury, you no longer have the capacity to make decisions such as where you will live or the medical treatment you will receive.

 

Fraud Awareness

Community Quadrant

Calgary, AB

Fraud is a serious problem that accounts for billions of dollars in stolen cash, property and credit cards worldwide. It can also take its toll on a person’s credit rating, finances and personal life.

 

Volunteer Calgary

Community Quadrant

1170, 105 12 Ave SE
Calgary, AB
T2G 1A1

Volunteer Calgary is a member-based, non-profit management centre working to strengthen organizations in the community. Our services, comprised of training, consulting and project management, are aimed toward increasing the capacity of over 450 non-profit member organizations engaged in building community.

 

Bethany Care Society

Community Quadrant

1001 17 Street NW
Calgary, AB
T2N 2E5

Bethany Care Society is one of Western Canada’s largest voluntary, not–for–profit providers of health, housing and community services for seniors and persons with disabilities. A faith–based organization founded in 1945, Bethany provides service to more than 5,400 Albertans in over 100 communities.