Seniors' resources are now just a click away

More seniors are online and the web is the best way to share timely information

Resources for seniors are growing along with the aging population. But as the resources grow, getting your hands on them can be challenging.

Now there is one place to start for BC government services, the new www.SeniorsBC.ca website that puts seniors’ information at your fingertips.

The website provides a wealth of information including how to replace a lost CareCard, home support services, tax credits, temporary Premium Assistance, wills and estate planning and more...

Not so long ago, a web-based resource such as this might not have been so useful for seniors. Fortunately, more and more seniors are online. According to a survey conducted by the Canadian Internet project in 2007, half of all seniors over the age of 60 are now online.

Hot topics addressed

it is organized around some key categories including:

1. Life: including topics such as housing, transportation, healthy living, legal issues, elder abuse and more.
2. Healthcare: including information about the Medical Services Plan, hospitals and clinics, health, medication safety and more.
3. Finances: including information about income security, seniors supplement, Canada Pension Plan, property taxes and more.
4. Benefits : including information about housing, transportation, physical activity, legal information and more.

E-newsletter to keep you current

A partner e-newsletter was also launched that will be published several times a year and feature current information on services and programs for BC seniors, stories about active seniors, healthy eating recipes and active aging tips. Subscribe via the links on the SeniorsBC.ca main page.

Phone line as an added resource

If seniors are not able to find the services they need online, there is also a toll-free Health and Seniors Information phone line: 1-800-465-4911

The website provides a wealth of information including how to replace a lost CareCard, home support services, tax credits, temporary Premium Assistance, wills and estate planning and more...

Visit the website for more information

www.SeniorsBC.ca