[Perth-Wellington]— Today, Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced that three seniors programs in Perth-Wellington will receive Seniors Community Grants, totalling $75,000 in funding to help bring seniors together.
“As more residents enter their golden years, it is important that they have access to programs, services, and community spaces that help them stay active, connected, and engaged,” said MPP Rae. “Throughout Seniors Month, it has been a pleasure to recognize the organizations and volunteers who support seniors across our communities and to highlight our government’s investments in programs that help improve their quality of life.”
The Ontario government is investing close to $7 million for more than 320 Seniors Community Grants helping seniors stay fit, active, healthy and socially connected, close to home and in their communities.
“The Seniors Community Grants Program is a great example of how our government is working for local communities,” said Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility. “We are pleased to provide investments for so many services and activities that bring seniors together, learn new skills, get fit, and stay connected to their neighbours and friends.”
Across Perth-Wellington, three organizations are receiving $25,000 each to support their programs. Hermione Presents will be running ‘Puppets, People & Play: Skills & Connections’ in Stratford, the Township of Wellington North will be offering ‘Treks & Ties: Social Journeys for Older Adults’ across the municipality, and Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth will be running the ‘Community Caregiver Connection Program’.
Each of these local programs have the goal of providing seniors with opportunities for greater social inclusion, volunteerism and community engagement. The Seniors Community Grants is a unique Ontario government grant designed to reduce social isolation, fight ageism and create positive connections.
Since 2018, Ontario has invested more than $40 million dollars in over 2,100 Seniors Community Grants.