Older Adults

Services designed to support older adults in maintaining independence, health, and quality of life.

What you'll find here

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Community-based health services

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Mental health supports for older adults

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Caregiver support programs

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Why Older Adult Services Matter

Community-based care helps people stay at home. Access to local health and social supports reduces hospitalizations and delays long-term care placement. Programs that support aging at home improve quality of life for older adults and caregivers alike.

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Health Quality Ontario

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Government of Canada


1 in 4 seniors

In Canada experiences social isolation.


Social isolation among older adults is linked to poorer mental health, increased risk of chronic illness, and higher use of emergency health services.


40%

Of older adults living with chronic conditions also experience mental health challenges.

Integrated community-based supports help older adults manage both physical and mental health needs while maintaining independence.

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Mental Health Commission of Canada


More Resources

Browse more resources and updates relating to older adult services in Kawartha Lakes Haliburton.

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February 27, 2025
The Aging at Home Program , offered by the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO), supports Métis citizens aged 55 and older in living safely and independently within their own homes. Funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, the program provides a range of in-home supports and contracted services. Services Include: In-Home Cleaning: Assistance with light housekeeping tasks. Transportation for Errands: Support for activities such as medical appointments, banking, and grocery shopping. Contracted Services: Lawn care and snow removal provided by hired professionals. Availability: The program operates in the following Métis communities across Ontario: Atikokan Dryden Gravenhurst Blind River Timmins Haileybury Chapleau Cochrane Midland Mattawa Renfrew Peterborough Kenora London Eligibility: Métis individuals aged 55 and older who require support to remain living in their own homes. Eligibility criteria include a financial review and a medical referral. Contact Information To access the program's services or for more information, please contact: Email: PattiC@metisnation.org Phone: (705) 365-7761
January 31, 2020
Curve Lake First Nation's Health & Family Services Department offers comprehensive programs to support community well-being. The Health Centre provides primary care through a medical clinic staffed by a doctor, nurse practitioner, and registered nurse. Additional services include health promotion, foot care, medical transportation assistance, child protection and prevention services, and Band Representative services to advocate for children's welfare in legal proceedings.