Seniors’ Program & Let’s Talk Initiative
Our seniors’ programs are designed to break isolation, create companionship and mentorship.
Our seniors are the embodiment of wisdom and culture.
The Let’s Talk program is one example.
Our mental health programs also have a seniors’ component.
The Let’s Talk Program is a mental health initiative focused on ending senior isolation
by creating safe and trusted spaces for conversation and sharing.
It also connects seniors with youth to encourage intergenerational exchange and the sharing of life experiences.
The goal is to support mental well-being and foster community inclusion for older adults.
Objectives of the Seniors’ Engagement Program
Promote Physical and Mental Well-being:
Offer activities and resources that encourage physical exercise, mental stimulation, and overall wellness for seniors.
Lifelong Learning:
Provide educational opportunities for seniors to learn new skills, explore their interests, and stay intellectually engaged.
Social Connection:
Foster a sense of community and combat social isolation by facilitating social interactions, peer support, and group activities.
Cultural Preservation:
Celebrate and preserve the cultural heritage of African Canadians through cultural events, workshops, and storytelling.
Information and Resource Access:
Connect seniors with information, resources, and services that cater to their specific needs and interests.
Volunteer and Leadership Opportunities:
Encourage seniors to contribute their knowledge, skills, and experiences through volunteerism and leadership roles within the program.
Intergenerational Engagement:
Promote interaction between seniors and youth to foster mutual learning, respect, and the transfer of knowledge across generations.
Special Collaboration
African Caribbean Canadian Coalition (ACCC)
ACAO is a proud member of the African Caribbean Canadian Coalition (ACCC). This collaboration involves working closely with African Caribbean and Black community leaders to organize regular Health and Wellness Seminars. These events are designed to promote health awareness, education, and support.
The ACCC has hosted numerous Covid-19 related seminars to help the community cope with the pandemic and its consequences. These seminars served as a platform to inform and educate on a wide range of health and safety issues.
Seminar topics have included healthy eating, kidney disease, financial planning, online safety, mental health, and fraud prevention. Both youth and seniors have benefited from discussions on online dating risks, community resources, and maintaining healthy lifestyles.