June is Seniors Month in Ontario

This month is an opportunity to acknowledge and recognize the amazing seniors across this province and in our Township and the positive impact they have made in our lives.

The theme for Seniors Month this year is “Working for Seniors”, which recognizes the importance of seniors keeping active, well and safe in their communities.

We all have seniors in our lives, whether they be friends, family or colleagues and we wish to thank them for their hard work and show them just how much they are appreciated:

• Send a “Thank You” message, either in person, over the phone, by mail or email, or on social media.
• Nominate a senior in June for an Ontario Senior Achievement Award.
• Post a message on the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility’s Facebook page.

Did you know that the Township of Russell has a Seniors Advisory Committee? Appointed by the Council with mandate to endeavor to enrich and enhance the quality of life of seniors in the Township, identify barriers, form partnerships with the community, and act as a public forum for issues affecting seniors which the Township may be able to address. For more information view our committee page.

You can find information on a wide range of topics for seniors and caregivers in our updated Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario. It contains information about health care, finances, housing, security and more.

For more information on supports for seniors, please visit the Ministry of Ontario page.