A new community-based program keeping seniors fit, active and socially connected
Kemptville — The Ontario government is investing in a new Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) Program in Kemptville.
“This is an exciting day for everyone in Kemptville,” said Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility. “This new Seniors Active Living Centre helps our seniors and people of all abilities
continue to live healthy and independent lives.”
The new Seniors Community Services SALC Program in the Municipality of North Grenville will serve over 750 older adults by providing social and recreational activities, from cards to choir, to
keeping seniors fit, active, healthy and socially connected, close to their homes across the region.
“Minister Cho came to North Grenville in 2019 and was so impressed with the Kemptville District Home Support Program,” said Steve Clark, MPP for Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and
Rideau Lakes. “Today’s announcement is great news for seniors in North Grenville as we will now have three Seniors Active Living Centers in our riding.”
Minister Cho is the 14th minister to visit Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes since September.
“This SALC designation reinforces Seniors’ Community Services’ dedication to enhancing seniors’ well-being by enabling us to offer more opportunities for physical fitness, mental
wellness, exploration and, best of all, adventure,” said Dawn Rodger, Executive Director with Seniors’ Community Services.
There are now 316 Seniors Active Living Centre programs across Ontario, including three in Leeds-Grenville. Seniors and caregivers can use the online search tool to find a program in their community.
The Ontario government is continuing to make investments that expand access to programs and services for older adults and people with disabilities that meet their diverse range of needs, cultural backgrounds, interests and abilities.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
- Seniors Active Living Centres
- Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors
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