The Honourable Paul Pike, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, today launched a Guide to Provincial Government Programs and Services to help further promote a vibrant and engaged life for seniors across Newfoundland and Labrador.
The online resource and booklet is designed to provide information on programs, services, and topics that may be of particular interest to seniors and aging adults throughout the province. Separated into eight sections, seniors will now have easier access when looking for information related to health services, financial help, housing and shelter supports.
The Guide to Provincial Government Programs and Services for Seniors is available here.
The guide will also be available to seniors, aging adults and their families from a variety of organizations across the province, such as SeniorsNL. To request printed copies or alternate formats, please email guidetoservices@gov.nl.ca
In September 2024, Newfoundland and Labrador became Canada’s first well-being province. This guide complements initiatives that are already underway to support seniors’ in the province, such as:
- The Seniors Health and Well-Being Plan which includes an Aging Well at Home Grant, the Caregiver Benefit, increased funding for home repair and modification, $500 for food and heating for seniors in coastal Labrador communities and expansion of 211 telephone and navigation service.
- Increasing the Seniors Benefit by 15 per cent, which helps almost 50,000 seniors aged 65 or older.
- Maintaining free driver medicals for people 75+.
- Cutting the provincial fuel tax in half, saving you 8.05 cents per litre (including HST) on gas and diesel.
- A targeted Basic Income Program for people aged 60 to 64.
- An increase of 15 per cent in the Newfoundland and Labrador Income Supplement.
- Grant programs such as the Newfoundland and Labrador Community Transportation Program, Seniors Social Inclusion Initiative and Age-Friendly Newfoundland and Labrador Communities program.
Additional information for these programs can be found in the learn more section below.
The Provincial Government continues its efforts to supporting seniors and older adults to maintain their health, well-being, dignity, and independence.
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“I am pleased to present this guide as an important resource for seniors and older adults in our province. Our government is focused on supporting seniors to remain healthy, active and engaged in age-friendly and dementia-friendly communities.”
Honourable Paul Pike
Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development
“SeniorsNL recognizes the importance of accessible programs and services in supporting seniors across Newfoundland and Labrador. We appreciate the Government’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the well-being and independence of seniors. The Guide to Programs and Services is a vital resource that will help seniors, their families, caregivers, and health professionals navigate available supports with ease. SeniorsNL is proud to collaborate with the Government to promote and integrate this guide through our Information & Referral Service, Community Outreach and Engagement Program, and Social Prescribing, ensuring seniors have the information and support they need to age well in the right place.”
Kimberly Leonard
Chief Executive Officer, SeniorsNL
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Learn more
Guide to Provincial Government Programs and Services for Seniors
Seniors Health and Well-Being Plan
NL Income Supplement and the NL Seniors’ Benefit
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