Alberta Association on Gerontology (AAG) - The AAG is a province-wide interdisciplinary organization that seeks to enhance the lives of the aging population through support of persons involved in and concerned with gerontology.
Alberta Continuing Care Association (ACCA) – A voluntary, non-profit organization representing owners and operators of continuing care (long term care and designated assisted living) facilities and home care and support organizations throughout the province of Alberta.
Alberta Council on Aging (ACA) – The ACA is a province-wide charitable organization, comprised of individuals, organizations and agencies interested in issues and challenges related to Alberta’s aging population.
Alberta Health Prescription Drug Program for Seniors - Information on the Alberta government’s revised drug plan for seniors.
Alberta Housing and Urban Affairs - Housing and Urban Affairs contributes to the inclusion, well being, and independence of lower-income Albertans through safe, sustainable and affordable housing, and assists urban communities with addressing their unique needs.
Alberta Public Housing Administrators’ Association (APHAA) – APHAA is a professional association dedicated to providing strong and credible leadership in provincial public housing issues. APHAA assists Housing Administrators in their responsibility to provide professional administrative services to their employers and the best possible housing to their communities through ongoing education, networking and support.
Alberta Senior Citizens’ Housing Association (ASCHA) – The ASCHA is a progressive Association representing the Seniors Housing Industry in Alberta. ASCHA is a registered society and operates as a Non-Profit Association.
Alberta Seniors & Community Supports – Alberta Seniors & Community Supports is responsible for supporting the well-being and independence of Alberta’s seniors and for providing housing support for lower-income seniors and families, individuals with special needs and the homeless.
CanadaBenefits.gc.ca – Information about federal, provincial, and territorial benefit programs and services for individuals.
CARP (including Zoomer Magazine) – A new vision of aging for Canada including advocacy, benefits & community. Their mandate is to promote and protect the interests, rights and quality of life for Canadians as we age.
Edmonton Apartment Association (EAA) – The Edmonton Apartment Association brings together owners, operators and managers of residential rental properties. By working together they promote professionalism, education and equity in all aspects of the Residential Rental Business for the benefit of industry members and tenants.
Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council (ESCC) - ESCC works collaboratively with senior-serving organizations to provide effective, accessible services and programs to meet the diverse needs of seniors in Edmonton.
SAGE – The Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton (previously known as the Society for the Retired and Semi-Retired) is a leading advocate on behalf of local seniors.
Service Canada – A comprehensive site listing federal government resources including information on finances and pensions, health and wellness, housing, safety and security. To obtain a copy of the Services for Seniors Guide call 1-800-622-6232 or e-mail guide@canada.gc.ca.
Social Development Canada Federal Gov’t Income Security Programs – Social Development Canada delivers these pensions and benefits through the Old Age Security (OAS) program and the Canada Pension Plan (CPP).
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