Caregivers Alberta is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to supporting the wellness of family caregivers across the province. Caregivers assist a family member or friend with challenges resulting from illness, disability, or aging. They are the spouses, parents, siblings, neighbors and friends who have chosen to take on the responsibility of caring for a loved one. Caregivers Alberta offers online and in-person programs across Alberta. For more information visit our website: www.caregiversalberta.ca or call our toll-free number 1-877-453-5088 (Read More...)
Carers Canada (formally known as Canadian Caregiver Coalition), established in 2000, is an alliance of diverse partner organizations that work collectively, and autonomously, to identify and respond to the needs of carers in Canada. Carers Canada’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for carers through synergistic partnerships and global advocacy that strengthens and honors the voice of carers. (Read More...)
We offer education and support to family caregivers. We are an Internet-based registered charity. 90% of our work is done on-line and by leveraging technologies, 10% is done by producing local educational events. We leverage technologies in everything that we do, ensuring greater reach and sustainability. (Read More...)
Since 1996, GRIOT Circle has provided a welcoming space, culturally sensitive services, and member-centered programming that affirm the lives of LGBTQ elders of color. GRIOT Circle currently serves over 500 members and growing as we increase our outreach and expand our programs. The services are largely provided in Brooklyn, N.Y. but members commute from all neighboring boroughs. GRIOT members range in age from their mid-50’s to late 80’s. Over 90 % of all members are from low-income households; over 65% are retired and live on fixed incomes. Based on a recent survey 90% of GRIOT members identify as being Black, African-American, or Caribbean-American, with the remaining 10% identifying as Latino/a, white, multiracial or other. While we focus on the needs of LGBT elders of color, GRIOT creates a welcoming environment for all people. Services and programs are open to everyone. (Read More...)
New LifeStyles is the source for seniors looking for more information on living and care options. New LifeStyles benefits seniors and families by giving everyone one easy place to access information with a click, and we benefit communities by offering nationwide senior living and care print and online advertising (https://www.newlifestyles.com/contact/advertising) options. New LifeStyles goal is to provide people with everything they need to make an informed, comfortable decision about their own or their loved one's future. In addition, our extensive resources are easily accessible - not only saving people time and money, but also reducing the frustration of trying to find information from multiple sources, agencies, or organizations. For those looking for an Assisted Living or Independent Retirement Community, Nursing Home, Alzheimer's Care, Home Care, Hospice Care, or other senior product or senior service, New LifeStyles Online is here to help. New LifeStyles Mission Statement New LifeStyles will be "The Source for Seniors", providing comprehensive, quality information on senior residences and care options. This information will be available, free to all that need it. We will lead the market by maximizing quality and advertising exposure for our partners. New LifeStyles Company Core Values People We will provide an enjoyable working environment where individual's ideas and concerns will be heard and respected. The environment will be teamwork oriented. We will continually provide resources for the development of all employees. Partners We will provide the highest-quality products and services to our partners while operating ethically with all companies and individuals. Strategy We will invest wisely in the future, looking for opportunities to add products and services that will benefit our partners and New LifeStyles. Our Story New LifeStyles Online went live in 1995 as one of the first senior housing sites on the internet. It is designed for seniors, their families and friends, social workers, case managers, physicians, and anyone else interested in searching one place for nationwide senior living options. New LifeStyles Online houses a database of all state licensed senior communities, home health & hospice agencies nationwide, plus other non-licensed communities and senior products & services. You can view basic information on these companies, contact them through e-mail forms, get more information on them by linking to their sites, take an online tour of communities, download a brochure and more! New LifeStyles provides senior living guides that are complimentary to the public and distributors. They can be ordered at www.newlifestyles.com or by calling 800-869-9549. (Read More...)
Intermountain Therapy Animals (ITA) is a human service organization, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, headquartered in Utah, that brings the gift of animal companionship and interaction to people in need. Our mission is to enhance quality of life through the human/animal bond. Our volunteers (people and their own pets) make regular visits to those who are physically or developmentally disabled, emotionally or psychologically impaired, lonely or suffering from depression. All services are free of charge to both client and facility. ITA therapy animals and their handlers are screened, trained, licensed and insured to participate in animal-assisted interactions (AAI), which may be either animal-assisted activities (AAA) or animal-assisted therapy (AAT). Successful teams have completed both health and temperament screening and volunteer training. Serving our communities since 1993, we are one of the largest groups of our kind in the United States, with more than 350 volunteer teams doing animal-assisted therapy at more than 100 hospitals, counseling centers, nursing facilities, detention homes, extended care centers, and schools. Chapters of ITA now thrive in Montana, Idaho, Nevada, and Kentucky. We also have affiliated colleague groups in 13 additional states. We are also the founders of Reading Education Assistance Dogs® (R.E.A.D.®), a literacy support program to foster in children the love of books and the reading environment. R.E.A.D. has spread throughout all 50 of the United States and at least 15 other countries since we launched it in 1999. (Read More...)
Silvert's adaptive clothing and footwear is designed specifically for seniors and disabled adults and those facing physical challenges such as paralysis and lowered mobility. Silvert's adaptive clothing offers comfortable and affordable self dressing solutions and caregiver assisted dressing solutions. The perfect caregiver’s gift! Order online www.silverts.com or call for a Free Catalogue 1-800-387-7088. (Read More...)
Spectrum Health Care is Ontario's leading provider of innovative home health care services. We offer a range of client-centred health care solutions which include: nursing, personal and home support, physiotherapy, foot care and corporate wellness. Our motto at Spectrum Health Care is “Always with you”, it’s a testament to our dedication to provide clients with exceptional health services that are personalized, flexible, accountable and reliable. (Read More...)