Community Development Halton
Site: Burlington - South Service Rd
Service: Burlington Age-Friendly Council
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: BTN4980 | Last Full Update: 02 Nov 2021 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 905-632-1975 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-855-395-8807 |
| age-friendly@cdhalton.ca | |
| Website | burlingtonagefriendly.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/AgeFriendlyHalton |
| Primary Contact | Heather Thompson, Director, Age-Friendly Initiatives; Email: hthompson@cdhalton.ca |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 2013 |
| Primary Executive | Joan Lewis, Chair |
| Funding | Grants ; Donations |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Promotes a vision of Burlington as the best place to live, work and play as we age * independent body of citizen volunteers and organization representatives which works in collaboration with other organizations * educates and advocates for policies, services, settings and structures that support and enable people to age gracefully, actively, and with dignity * hosts education events on a wide range of topics related to seniors and age-friendly communities Focuses on 8 priority areas: * communication and information * transportation and mobility * housing options * outdoor spaces and buildings * social participation * respect and social inclusion * civic participation and employment * community support and health services Supports the World Health Organization (WHO) definition of an Age-Friendly City, and is committed to an age-friendly Burlington that: * promotes the sharing of resources, talents and gifts of all citizens * promotes physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being of all citizens * ensures older adults are able to thrive throughout their life course and continue to be contributing members of the community * works collaboratively to take action to enhance the well-being and participation of seniors and their families in Burlington |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm, by appointment only |
| Areas Served | Burlington |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Contact for information |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Burlington |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Walkers Line and South Service Rd |
| Physical Access | Unknown - varies by event location |
| Categories and Classification | |
| Service Categories | Planning/Coordinating/Advisory Groups ~ Older Adult/Aging Issues ; Senior Advocacy Groups |