November 4, 2024
On October 25, 2024, the Department of Health and Community Services issued a News Release titled Beds to be Added at Health Care Facilities in Western Region. It included an announcement that 15 single occupancy rooms at Corner Brook Long-Term…
October 1, 2024
On October 1 of each year, we recognize two important events: International Day of the Older Persons and National Seniors Day. The United Nations 34th commemoration of International Day of the Older Persons focuses on the theme of Aging with…
June 14, 2024
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness about elder abuse and neglect, and to promote the dignity and respect of older adults. Ageist attitudes and beliefs are often linked to elder abuse and social…
June 3, 2024
Every June, Newfoundland and Labrador celebrates seniors. It is a time to acknowledge and recognize how much seniors contribute to their families, neighbours, communities and the province as a whole. We recognize seniors by showing respect and by valuing the…
May 23, 2024
According to the World Health Organization, ageism refers to “the stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel), and discrimination (how we act) towards others or oneself based on age” (WHO, 2021). Experiencing ageism can negatively impact a person’s self-worth…
May 22, 2024
Susan Walsh, Seniors’ Advocate for Newfoundland and Labrador, will be available to the media as she launches a Seniors’ Month Social Media Campaign to address ageism in Newfoundland and Labrador. Ms. Walsh will provide an overview of the campaign in…
November 14, 2023
Today, Susan Walsh, Seniors’ Advocate for Newfoundland and Labrador, released a report titled What Golden Years? The report is a first step in attempting to address the cost of living challenges identified by seniors through an extensive consultation process that…
November 10, 2023
Susan Walsh, Seniors’ Advocate for Newfoundland and Labrador, will be available to the media as she releases the report, What Golden Years? This report provides recommendations to begin to address the cost of living challenges identified through an extensive consultation…
October 19, 2023
On September 28, 2023, the Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Health and Community Services, announced increased monthly rates provided for government-subsidized beds in personal care homes (PCH) and community care homes. This change is meant to support operators in accepting…
September 29, 2023
In recognition of the rapidly aging world population, in 1991 the United Nations designated October 1 the International Day of Older Persons. The occasion focuses on protecting and promoting the rights of older people, and acknowledging the important contributions they…
