Wednesday, August 10, 2016

2016 Seniors' Housing Forum, Saturday, September 24


Saturday, September 24, 2016

What is the Seniors' Housing Forum?
The Seniors'  Housing Forum Planning Committee, comprised of key community stakeholders, is presenting this one-day Seniors' Housing Forum for seniors, their families and caregivers, free of charge! The goal of the Forum is to educate participants about the range of housing options and community resources available for older adults and to guide individuals in planning appropriate future housing for themselves and/or significant others. This is the tenth time the Seniors’ Housing Forum has been held, with participant attendance in past years ranging from 650-850 and 50+ exhibitors in attendance.

Where and When?
Saturday, September 24, 2016
Doors open 9:00 am Sharp, Schedule runs until 2:30 pm
Central Lions Seniors Recreation Centre
11113 113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

Cost
Free!

Registration opens Sept 1
• Register by phoning: (780) 809-8604

Lunch
• Complimentary on-site lunch for all participants.
• Coffee and tea will also be served.

Parking
• Free parking available onsite, overflow in residential surrounding area. 

Schedule of Events

9:00 am              
Doors open to participants, all day viewing of displays until 1:30 pm
**FREE Hearing Health Checks On-site all day in Clinic room #105!

10:00 am
Participant welcome, overview of sessions in all rooms

10:00 am – 11:15 am
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
     A. "Home & Independent Living: Health and Home"
     B. "New Housing Models"
     C. "Financial Literacy and Housing" 

11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
      D. "Supportive & Facility Living: Health and Home"
      E. "Landlord & Tenant and Condo Rights" 
      F. "New Government Initiatives" 

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Complimentary lunch and refreshments served, exhibitor booth viewing in Gym

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
     G. "Community Resources"
     H. "Caregiver Support & Family Dynamics"
     I.   "Downsizing/Managing Your Move"

2:30 pm
Wrap-up, door prize draws in all rooms

Session Topics
 
A: Home & Independent Living: Health and Home 
(10:00 am – 11:15 am)
This session will focus on seniors’ housing options for home living in apartments, condos and houses, and will also discuss home living supports, such as day programming and personal care services.

 
B: New Housing Models
(10:00 am – 11:15 am)
This session will include a panel that explores a variety of innovative housing models that are being considered for and/or under development in Edmonton in the future. The benefits and challenges of these exciting initiatives are considered.
 
C: Financial Literacy and Housing
(10:00 am – 11:15 am)
This session provides information on strategies for planning finances to support housing choices. Guidance will also be offered on accessing income supports and other financial benefits.
 
D: Supportive & Facility Living: Health and Home
(11:30 am – 12:30 pm)
This session will provide an overview on supportive living, facility living and designated supportive living options to help address the questions and concerns seniors face when choosing the optimal environment in which to live beyond independent living, as well as health supports available to complement these environments.
 
E: Landlord & Tenant and Condo Rights
(11:30 am – 12:30 pm)
Knowledge of your rights and obligations as a landlord, tenant and condo owner can greatly impact your enjoyment of your home and your financial security. This session provides an overview of key issues and legislation.
 
F: New Government Initiatives
(11:30 am – 12:30 pm)
Municipal, provincial and federal governments are working with communities to address seniors’ housing needs. This session explores new policy direction, initiatives and trends as it relates to the role of government in seniors’ housing.
 
G: Community Resources
(1:30 pm – 2:30 pm)
This session will give an overview of some practical resources that allow seniors to age in place and receive support in the community. It will describe city-wide services offered by senior-serving organizations that provide resources designed to help seniors live safely and independently.
 
H: Caregiver Support and Family Dynamics
(1:30 pm – 2:30 pm)
This session outlines supports available to families and caregivers as seniors’ transition from one housing environment to another. Strategies for handling family dynamics, positive transitions, caring for the caregiver and stress related to moving will be discussed.
 
I: Downsizing/Managing Your Move
(1:30 pm – 2:30 pm)
This session will provide an overview of things to consider when downsizing and planning your move; resources available to assist with this process, considerations for what to bring to your new home; and practical ways to minimize the challenges and stress associated with this transition.
 
Thank you to our Planning Committee members!
  • Alberta Association On Gerontology (Edmonton Chapter)
  • Alberta Health Services
  • Alberta Continuing Care Association
  • City of Edmonton
  • Excel Society
  • GEF Seniors Housing
  • Government of Alberta – Health
  • Government of Alberta – Health – Supportive Living Programs
  • Lifestyle Options
  • Sage Seniors Association
 
 
About our Diamond Sponsors  
 
The City of Edmonton provides leadership and support to projects and initiatives that address the priority needs of seniors and that enhance their quality of life. The City of Edmonton also works collaboratively with community partners to ensure that Edmonton is an inclusive, responsive and “age friendly” city for all seniors. FCSS is a joint municipal/provincial cost-sharing program administered by the City of Edmonton. FCSS supports not-for-profit organizations to deliver preventive social service programs that aim to prevent or minimize social problems as well as to strengthen the lives of individuals, families and communities.
 
Dedicated to providing engaging lifestyle options for retirement communities, Christenson Communities has been redefining what it means to Age in Place. Christenson Communities can uniquely tailor a program to fit your lifestyle needs! Offering services for a range of lifestyles - Independent Living, Supportive Living, or Assisted Living. Our communities offer satisfying dining options, housekeeping, bus service, and care options such as home care and dementia care.

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

2015 Seniors' Housing Forum, Saturday, Sept 26th


Saturday, September 26th, 2015

What is the Seniors' Housing Forum?
The Seniors'  Housing Forum Planning Committee, comprised of key community stakeholders, is presenting this one-day Seniors' Housing Forum for seniors, their families and caregivers, free of charge! The goal of the Forum is to educate participants about the range of housing options and community resources available for older adults and to guide individuals in planning appropriate future housing for themselves and/or significant others. This is the ninth time the Seniors’ Housing Forum has been held, with participant attendance in past years ranging from 650-850 and 50+ exhibitors in attendance.

Where and When?
Saturday, September 26th, 2015
Doors open 9:00 am Sharp, Schedule runs until 3:00 pm
Central Lions Seniors Recreation Centre
11113 113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

Cost
Free!

Registration opens Sept 1st
• Register by phoning: 780.809.8604

Lunch
• Complimentary on-site lunch for all participants.
• Coffee and tea will also be served.

Parking
• Free parking available onsite, overflow in residential surrounding area. 

Schedule of Events

9:00 am              
Doors open to participants, all day viewing of displays until 2:00 pm
**FREE Hearing Health Checks On-site all day in Clinic room #105!

10:00 am
Participant welcome, overview of sessions in all rooms

10:00 am – 11:15 am
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
     A. "Home & Independent Living: Health and Home"
     B. "New Housing Models"
     C. "Financial Literacy and Housing" 
     *Break-out Session* "Transportation"
     *Break-out Session* "Understanding Your Utility Choices"

11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
      D. "Supportive & Facility Living: Health and Home"
      E. "Legal Documents You Should Have" 
      F. "Dementia Care" 
     *Break-out Session* "Transportation"
     *Break-out Session* "Understanding Your Utility Choices"

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Complimentary lunch and refreshments served, exhibitor booth viewing in Gym

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
     G. "Community Resources"
     H. "Caregiver Support & Family Dynamics"
     I.   "Downsizing/Managing Your Move"
     *Break-out Session* "Transportation"
     *Break-out Session* "Understanding Your Utility Choices"

3:00 pm
Wrap-up, door prize draws in all rooms

Session Topics

A: Home & Independent Living: Health and Home 
(10:00 am – 11:15 am)
This session will focus on seniors’ housing options for home living in Apartments, Condos, and Houses, and will also discuss home living supports such as day programming and personal care services.  

B: New Housing Models 
(10:00 am – 11:15 am)
The session will include a panel of experts on several innovative seniors’ housing models such as co-housing and the village concept. Panelists will engage participants in a discussion of the merits and limitation of models.

C: Financial Literacy and Housing  
(10:00 am – 11:15 am)
This session provides information on strategies for planning finances to support housing choices. Guidance will also be offered on accessing income supports and other financial benefits. 

D: Supportive & Facility Living: Health and Home 
(11:30 am – 12:30 pm)
This session will provide an overview on supportive living, facility living, and designated assisted living options to help address the questions and concerns seniors face when choosing the optimal environment in which to live beyond independent living, as well as health supports available to complement these environments.  

E: Legal Documents You Should Have
(11:30 am – 12:30 pm)
This session offers guidance on future planning options including Guardianship, Trusteeship, Co-Decision Making, Personal Directives, Power of Attorney, and Wills.  

F: Dementia Care
(11:30 am – 12:15 pm)
This session will include a broad range of resources and topics related to dementia. A panel of experts will speak to related supports and services for seniors’ living with or caring for someone living with dementia; technology to allow dementia patients to age in place safely, and housing options specific to dementia.

G: Community Resources 
(2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
This session will give an overview of some practical resources that allow seniors to age-in-place and receive support in the community. It will describe city-wide services offered by senior-serving organizations that provide resources designed to help seniors live safely and independently. 

H: Caregiver Support & Family Dynamics  
(2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
This session outlines supports available to families and caregivers as seniors transition from one housing environment to another. Strategies for handling family dynamics, positive transitions, caring for the caregiver and stress related to moving will also be discussed. 

I: Downsizing/Managing Your Move 
(2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
This session will provide an overview of things to consider when downsizing and planning your move; resources available to assist with this process; considerations for what to bring to your new home; and practical ways to minimize the challenges and stress associated with this transition.

*Break-out Session* Transportation 
(runs three times: 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 2:00 pm)
This break-out session will be repeated throughout the day for small groups. Sit in on this presentation to learn about the many city-wide public and private transportation options available to older adults and those with limited mobility. Participants will be provided with the information and resources to help develop a transportation plan to meet their individual needs and to help keep them mobile. 

*Break-out Session* Understanding Your Utility Choices
(runs three times: 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 2:00 pm)
Presented by Utilities Consumer Advocate. Attend this breakout session to learn more about electricity and natural gas options available to you, what the benefits of various choices are, how to deal with door-to-door sales, and what questions to ask when choosing an energy retailer.

Thank you to our Planning Committee members!





About our Diamond Sponsors
Dedicated to providing engaging lifestyle options for retirement communities, Christenson Communities has been redefining what it means to Age in Place. Christenson Communities can uniquely tailor a program to fit your lifestyle needs! Offering services for a range of lifestyles - Independent Living, Supportive Living, or Assisted Living. Our communities offer satisfying dining options, housekeeping, bus service, and care options such as home care and dementia care.

Thursday, June 12, 2014

2014 Seniors' Housing Forum, Saturday, September 27th

Saturday, September 27th, 2014

What is the Seniors' Housing Forum?
The Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton (Sage), in partnership with key community stakeholders, is presenting this one-day Seniors' Housing Forum for the general public, free of charge! The goal of the Forum is to educate participants about the range of housing options and community resources available for older adults and to guide individuals in planning appropriate future housing for themselves and/or significant others. This is the eighth time the Seniors’ Housing Forum has been held, with participant attendance in past years ranging around 650 and 50+ exhibitors in attendance.

Where and When?
Saturday, September 27th, 2014
Doors open 9:00 am Sharp, Schedule runs until 3:00 pm
Central Lions Seniors Recreation Centre
11113 113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

Cost
Free!

Registration opens Sept 1st
• Register by phoning: 780.423.5510, ext. 310

Lunch
• Complimentary on-site lunch for all participants.
• Coffee and tea will also be served.

Parking
• Free parking available onsite, overflow in residential surrounding area. 

Schedule of Events

9:00 am              
Doors open to participants, all day viewing of displays until 2:00 pm

10:00 am
Participant welcome, overview of sessions in all rooms

10:00 am – 11:15 am
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
     A. "Home & Independent Living: Health and Home"
     B. "Safe Home Design"
     C. "Legal Documents You Should Have"
     *Break-out Session* "Transportation"

11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
      D. "Supportive & Facility Living: Health and Home"
      E. "Caregiver Support & Family Dynamics"
      F. "Financial Literacy and Housing"
     *Break-out Session* "Transportation"

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Complimentary lunch and refreshments served, exhibitor booth viewing in Gym

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
     G. "Community Resources"
     H. "Preventative Health"
     I.   "Supports and Accessibility in the Home"
     *Break-out Session* "Transportation"


3:00 pm
Wrap-up, door prize draws in all rooms

Session Topics

A: Home & Independent Living: Health and Home 
(10:00 am – 11:15 am)
This session will focus on seniors’ housing options for home living in Apartments, Condos, and Houses, and will also discuss home living supports such as day programming and personal care services.  

B: Safe Home Design 
(10:00 am – 11:15 am)
This session features a panel of presenters on the topics of Fall Prevention and new breakthroughs in technology that can assist in monitoring your safety at home. 

C: Legal Documents You Should Have 
(10:00 am – 11:15 am)
This session offers guidance on future planning options including Guardianship, Trusteeship, Co-Decision Making, Personal Directives, Power of Attorney, and Wills.  

D: Supportive & Facility Living: Health and Home 
(11:30 am – 12:30 pm)
This session will provide an overview on supportive living, facility living, and designated assisted living options to help address the questions and concerns seniors face when choosing the optimal environment in which to live beyond independent living, as well as health supports available to complement these environments.  

E: Caregiver Support & Family Dynamics 
(11:30 am – 12:30 pm)
This session outlines supports available to families and caregivers as seniors transition from one housing environment to another. Strategies for handling family dynamics, positive transitions, caring for the caregiver and stress related to moving will also be discussed.  

F: Financial Literacy and Housing 
(11:30 am – 12:30 pm)
This session provides information on strategies for planning finances to support housing choices. Guidance will also be offered on accessing income supports and other financial benefits

G: Community Resources 
(2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
This session will give an overview of some practical resources that allow seniors to age-in-place and receive support in the community. It will describe city-wide services offered by senior-serving organizations that provide resources designed to help seniors live safely and independently. 

H: Preventative Health 
(2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
Learn about accessing seniors’ centres, fitness programs for older adults, technology and the Boomer generation, and preventing isolation.

I: Supports and Accessibility in the Home 
(2:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
Learn about private home care and home-making services that complement Alberta Health Services home care. Hiring reliable contractors, as well as programs available for affordable residential accessibility renovations will also be discussed. 

*Break-out Session* Transportation 
(runs three times: 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 2:00 pm)
This new break-out session will be repeated throughout the day for small groups. Sit in on this presentation to learn about the many city-wide public and private transportation options available to older adults and those with limited mobility. Participants will be provided with the information and resources to help develop a transportation plan to meet their individual needs and to help keep them mobile.  


About our Diamond Sponsors:

Alberta Health provides programs and services to support seniors in Alberta, including AB Seniors Benefits, Property Tax Deferral, Dental & Optical Assistance; Elder Abuse Awareness and Crime Prevention.  For information and assistance call AB Supports Contact Centre, Alberta’s one-stop information centre:  in Edmonton 780-644-9992 or toll free 1-877-644-9992.

City of Edmonton FCSS is a joint municipal/provincial cost-sharing program administered by the City of Edmonton, Community Services.  FCSS supports not-for-profit organizations to deliver preventive social service program which strengthen lives of individuals, families and communities.  These programs work to prevent or minimize social problems through early intervention.

Thank you to our Planning Committee members!
  • Alberta Association on Gerontology (AAG)
  • Alberta Health Services (AHS)
  • Government of Alberta – Health – Supportive Living Programs
  • The City of Edmonton
  • Excel Society
  • GEF Seniors Housing
  • Lifestyle Options Retirement Communities Ltd.
  • Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton (Sage)

Friday, September 6, 2013

2013 Seniors' Housing Forum: Saturday, September 28th



What is the Seniors' Housing Forum?
The Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton (Sage), in partnership with key community stakeholders, is presenting this one-day Seniors' Housing Forum for the general public, free of charge! The goal of the Forum is to educate participants about the range of housing options and community resources available for older adults and to guide individuals in planning appropriate future housing for themselves and/or significant others. This is the seventh time the Seniors’ Housing Forum has been held, with participant attendance in past years ranging around 650 and an average of 50 exhibitors in attendance.
 
Where and When?
Saturday, September 28th, 2013
Doors open 9:00 am Sharp, Schedule runs until 3:00 pm
Central Lions Seniors Recreation Centre
11113 113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta
 
Cost
Free!
 
Registration
Register by phoning: 780.423.5510, ext. 310
 
Lunch
• Complimentary on-site lunch for all participants.
• Coffee and tea will also be served.
 
Parking
• Free parking available onsite, overflow in residential surrounding area. 
 
Schedule of Events
 
9:00 am              
Doors open to participants, all day viewing of displays
 
10:00 am
Participant welcome, overview of sessions
 
10:00 am – 11:15 am
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
     A. "Home & Independent Living: Housing and Health & Wellness Supports"
     B. "Living Well: Panel Discussion on Safety in the Home"
     C. "Living Well: Legal Documents You Should Have"
 
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
      D. "Supportive & Facility Living: Health and Home"
      E. "Living Well: Caregiver Support & Family Dynamics"
      F. "Home & Independent Living: Safe Home Design"

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Complimentary lunch and refreshments served, exhibitor booth viewing in Gym
 
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Concurrent sessions to choose from:
     G. "Home & Independent Living: Community Supports & Transportation"
     H. "Living Well: Preventative Health"
     I.   "Living Well: Financial Literacy and Housing"

3:00 pm
Wrap-up, door prize draws in all rooms
 
 
Session Topics
 
A: Home & Independent Living: Housing and Health & Wellness Supports (10:00 am – 11:15 am).
This session will focus on seniors’ housing options for home living in Apartments, Condos, and Houses, and will also discuss home living supports such as day programming and personal care services.  
 
B: Living Well: Safety in the Home (10:00 am – 11:15 am).
This session features two safety advisors from the Edmonton Police Service and City of Edmonton Fire Department. Learn tips to secure your house and live safely in your home. 
 
C: Living Well: Legal Documents You Should Have (10:00 am – 11:15 am).
This session offers guidance on future planning options including Guardianship, Trusteeship, Co-Decision Making, Personal Directives, Power of Attorney, and Wills.  
 
D: Supportive & Facility Living: Health and Home (11:30 am – 12:30 pm).
This session will provide an overview on supportive living, facility living, and designated assisted living options to help address the questions and concerns seniors face when choosing the optimal environment in which to live beyond independent living, as well as health supports available to complement these environments.  
 
E: Living Well: Caregiver Support & Family Dynamics (11:30 am – 12:30 pm).
This session outlines supports available to families and caregivers as seniors transition from one housing environment to another. Strategies for handling family dynamics, positive transitions, caring for the caregiver and stress related to moving will also be discussed.  
 
F: Home & Independent Living: Safe Home Design (11:30 am – 12:30 pm).
This session features presenters on the topics of Fall Prevention and new breakthroughs in technology that can assist in monitoring your safety at home. 
 
G: Home & Independent Living: Community Supports & Transportation (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm).
This session will give an overview of some practical resources that allow seniors to age-in-place and receive support in the community. It will describe city-wide services offered by senior-serving organizations that provide resources designed to help seniors live safely and independently. 

H: Living Well: Preventative Health (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm).
Topics cover accessing recreation & seniors' centres, and Technology & Active Aging.

I: Living Well: Financial Literacy and Housing (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm).
This session provides information on strategies for planning finances to support housing choices. Guidance will also be offered on accessing income supports and other financial benefits.  
 

 
Thank you to our Planning Committee members!
 
  • Alberta Association on Gerontology (AAG)
  • Alberta Continuing Care Association (ACCA)
  • Alberta Health Services (AHS)
  • Government of Alberta – Health – Supportive Living Programs
  • The City of Edmonton
  • Excel Society
  • GEF Seniors Housing
  • Lifestyle Options Retirement Communities Ltd.
  • Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton (Sage)