ORGANIZATIONS SPECIFICALLY FOR THE 50+ AGE GROUP
Fifty-Plus.Net
www.fifty-plus.net Canadian Association of Retired Persons "online community".
National Council on the Aging(NCOA)
www.ncoa.org
Center of leadership and nationwide expertise in the issues of aging.
Friendly4Seniors
www.friendly4seniors.com
Provides information about websites, products, and services that are "Friendly for Seniors."
Ask Great-Granny
http://www.crm.mb.ca/granny/
Online "Dear Abby" for seniors and their children
AgeVenture
www.demko.com/home.htm
Online publication from the U.S. featuring articles of interest to older adults.
Third Age
www.thirdage.com
U.S. based organization has created this "online community" which presents "the best of the Web for active olderadults".
Grand Times
www.grandtimes.com
An online, weekly magazine published for "active older adults". Includes lots of travel articles.
SeniorsSearch
www.seniorssearch.com
Search directory exclusively for the over 50 age group."
ElderWeb
www.elderweb.com
An on-line sourcebook with reviewed links to non-commercial information about health, financing, housing, aging and other
issues for the elderly and their caregivers. From Illinois State University.
Canadian Senior Years
www.senioryears.com
Specifically designed for Canadians over 50, this site has information, articles, news and
Canadian site links available for seniors on the web today. From Illinois State University.
The Care Guide
www.thecareguide.com
Provides tools and information to help Canadians make informed decisions about housing,
care services and other related issues.
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LOCAL (Calgary or Alberta)
ORGANZATIONS
City of Calgary
content.calgary.ca/CCA/City+Living/People+Resource/
Seniors/Seniors.htm
Information about the many activities, services, and programs offered by
The City of Calgary specifically to seniors.
Seniors and Community Supports, Alberta Government
www.seniors.gov.ab.ca
Financial support and information services for Alberta Seniors.
Seniors' Special Interest Group of the Calgary Community Network Association
www.calcna.ab.ca/populati/communit/seniors/sen_menu.html
This Special Interest Group supports today's 50-plus lifestyles, and is a place
for like-minded people to enjoy the sharing of memories, thoughts and opinions.
Kerby News
www.kerbynews.com
The online version of the Kerby Centre, Calgary's largest organization serving seniors.
Our World 50+
www.ow50.com
Calgary-based online magazine for active adults 50+
Alberta Senior Citizens Sport and Recreation Association
www3.telus.net/ascsra
Includes information about the Alberta Seniors Games.
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TRAVEL
Routes to Learning
www.routestolearning.ca
Formerly Elderhostel Canada, Routes to Learning provides educational travel programs for Canadians and visitors to Canada.
Elderhostel
www.elderhostel.org
A nonprofit organization providing educational adventures all over the world to adults 55 and over.
Canadian Government Consular Services
www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/travel/menu-e.asp
Assistance for Canadians travelling abroad including travel advisories, from the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
U.S. Government Travel Advisories
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html
Gives information on all countries, from an American perspective.
Yahoo Exchange Rates Table
ca.finance.yahoo.com/m3?u
Converts any currency into any other currency.
Seniors Vacation and Home Exchange
www.seniorshomeexchange.com
Sample listings can be viewed but registration and a fee is required for full access.
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HEALTH
MediResource
mediresource.sympatico.ca/channel_Main.asp?channel_id=10
Seniors’ Health resource - excellent features, news and links for Canadian Seniors.
Canadian Health Network
www.canadian-health-network.ca
Seniors and their caregivers will find resources to help seniors stay healthy and independent. Information is available on such topics as keeping fit,
eating to stay healthy, and living safely at home.
MayoClinic
www.mayoclinic.com
Useful, up-to-date information and tools that reflect the expertise and standard of excellence of MayoClinic.
Canadian Diabetes Association
www.diabetes.ca
Contains a great deal of information about diabetes prevention and treatment,
including facts on insulin and nutrition.
Diabetes Risk Test
www.diabetes.org/info/risk/risktest.jsp?
WTLPromo=HOMEPAGE_risktest&vms=121627555977
Take this test from the American Diabetes Association to see if you are at risk for having diabetes.
Hearing Foundation of Canada:
www.thfc.ca/hearing_aids.html
Featuring tips, information, and financial assistance for hearing aids.
National Osteoporosis Foundation
www.nof.org
Resource for information on the causes, detection, and treatment of osteoporosis.
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ACTIVISM, ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT
Consumer Help Desk
strategis.ic.gc.ca/epic/internet/inoca-bc.nsf/vwGeneratedInterE/home
Advice and information from the office of Consumer Affairs Canada.
Human Resources Development Canada
http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/en/gateways/individuals/audiences/seniors.shtml
Easy and quick access to seniors-related Government of Canada information. Includes links to Canada’s Public Pensions,
Seniors Canada On-line and other government websites.
Revenue Canada:
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/individuals/segments/seniors/menu-e.html
Easy access to various topics or services relating to Canadian seniors,
including information on Income Tax.
WidowNet
http://www.widownet.org/
Information and self-help resources for, and by, widows and widowers.
Institute for Human Development, Life Course and Aging
www.utoronto.ca/lifecourse/resource.htm
Includes government sites, agencies, publications, advocacy groups. Emphasis is on Canadian content.
