Especially For Seniors

Senior's Health & Geriatrics

• Caring for our seniors
  The number of seniors in the Capital Health region is expected to double in the next 20 years and that's on top of the 18 percent increase that has already occurred from 2000 to 2006.
• Caring for the Caregiver (Your Health Magazine)
  The aging baby boomers will soon create a generation of caregivers who will be looking after their elderly parents.Health Canada estimates that one million Canadians currently provide care at home for a chronically ill family member or friend.
• Honouring our Veterans
  The YMCA daycare children located on-site at the Kipnes Centre for Veterans visit the residents and are encouraged to call them grandma or grandpa to create a supportive atmosphere.
• Multi-faceted program better meets the specialized needs of frail seniors
  This program allows us to provide these seniors with access to quality and safe care and better meet their needs.
• Seniors making a difference
  Seniors make such a rich and valuable contribution to communities right across the region.