- To deliver programs and services that respond to the diverse and changing needs of seniors in the community.
- To develop innovative approaches to programming using a participatory model.
- To provide opportunities for companionship and friendship.
- To provide opportunities to use the skills, experiences and resources that seniors bring from life experiences to help themselves, associates and the whole community.
- To attract seniors with an atmosphere of warmth, comfort and encouragement.
- To provide training and education in new technology.
- To reach out to isolated seniors so they can connect with health promotion services in times of need.
- To develop partnerships and collaborate with agencies in developing an integrated system of services.
- To advocate change on behalf of seniors.
- To provide a forum for identification of issues concerning seniors.
- To market the centres as a possible site for appropriate service delivery.
- To coordinate service provision within the centre and throughout the community that meets the basic needs of seniors.
- To promote positive inter-generational relations.
- To develop and provide programs and services in the categories of:
- individual / personal service,
- education and lifelong learning,
- health promotion and illness prevention,
- outreach,
- social / cultural / interpersonal and recreational,
- volunteer and leadership opportunities,
- information and referral.
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