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A Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario
A Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario aims to bring together into one resource the wealth of programs and services provided to Ontario seniors by the government, as well as by community organizations and service providers.
Source: Government of Ontario. Ontario Seniors' Secretariat

Renewing Your Licence: Process for Drivers 80 Years of Age and Over
In order to renew their driver's licences, drivers 80 years of age and over must complete a vision and knowledge test and participate in a 90-minute group education session.
Source: Government of Ontario

Senior Driver Education
Contains important information from the education session which is good to review at home. It also provides help to create your own action plan for safe driving.
Source: Government of Ontario

12 steps to stair safety at home
Stairs are an important cause of falls resulting in serious injury or death of seniors. This one-page checklist reminds seniors of the common hazards in stairways, and the proper ways to set up and use your stairs.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada

55 Alive Driver Refresher Course
The 55 Alive Driver Refresher Course is designed to help Canadians 55 years and over to maintain their independence and their driving privileges.
Source: Canada Safety Council

About Seniors' Health Issues
Information on federal and provincial programs and services available to seniors.
Source: Government of Canada,

Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults: Community Awareness and Response
This document has been written for concerned seniors, interested community members, and service providers who wish to address the abuse and neglect of older adults.
Source: Health Canada

Be Prepared, Not Scared
Information products include alerts and advisories, self-help advice brochures, fact sheets, news releases, teacher's aids and videos.
Source: Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada

Driver Dementia a Growing Concern
The Canada Safety Council presents information about trends of drivers with dementia.
Source: Canada Safety Council

The Falls Prevention Initiative
A community-based health promotion initiative established by Health Canada and Veterans Affairs Canada to help identify effective strategies to prevent falls in the community among veterans and seniors.
Source: Veterans Affairs Canada

Home Fire Safety for Seniors
Fire safety is a crucial issue for seniors who choose to live in their own home. Those caring for aging loved ones who wish to remain at home need to understand the fire risks and how to deal with them.
Source: Canada Safety Council

Persons with Disabilities Online : I am a Service Provider
The following is a collection of links to services and information useful for service providers.
Source: Service Canada

Persons with Disabilities Online: I am a Caregiver or Family Member
The following is a collection of links to services and information useful for caregivers and family members.
Source: Service Canada

Preventing Falls on Stairs
This fact sheet tells you about some of the ways you can reduce the risk of falling on or from residential stairs.
Source: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Promising Pathways: A handbook of best practices
Falls represent a serious and widespread problem in Canada, with about one third of older Canadians experiencing a fall each year, and many suffering the pain and loss of independence that often result. Section 1 of Promising Pathways provides information on the most effective strategies and interventions for reducing falls and preventing injuries among seniors who live in the community.
Source: Health Canada

Safety and the Aging Driver
The Canada Safety Council offers a few tips to help older drivers stay safe behind the wheel.
Source: Canada Safety Council

Safety Tips for the Older Driver
The aging process brings changes that can affect the older driver's ability to drive safely. The rate of aging varies for each individual, but it is important to recognize age-related changes and learn how to compensate for them.
Source: Canada Safety Council

Seniors, Sleeping Pills and Tranquillizers (Brochure)
This site discusses what are considered sleeping pills and tranquillizers, their effects, related dependency issues, withdrawal symptoms, drug interactions, alternatives to use, and tips for responsible use.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada

Services for Seniors Guide
This guide provides information about Government of Canada services and programs for seniors and their families.
Source: Service Canada

You Can Prevent Falls! - Health Canada
The objective of these fact sheets is to inform seniors, veterans, their families and caregivers of the many things that can make a difference in the quality of life of the aging person.
Source: Health Canada