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By Ashley Legassic

PROVINCIAL FUNDING

Province announces $100,000 for Kamloops-area seniors programs

Oct 1, 2019 | 1:05 PM

KAMLOOPS — The provincial government has announced $100,000 in funding for the Centre for Seniors Information in Kamloops.

In a news release, the province says the funding is to further improve access to community-based seniors’ services in Kamloops and to help seniors stay engaged and remain independent.

“Seniors are the hearts of our communities, and it is crucial that they remain independent and socially engaged for as long as possible to help prevent social isolation, which can affect their physical and mental well-being,” said Health Minister Adrian Dix. “That’s why we are supporting community organizations, including the Centre for Seniors Information BC Interior Society, that are helping to improve the social, physical and nutritional needs of seniors in B.C. This is another step that we are taking to help seniors live more independent and full lives.”

The funding will give the centre the resources needed to continue providing programs and services like advocacy, education, support, socialization, and outreach services.

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According to the release, the centre helps roughly 13,000 seniors in Kamloops and the surrounding area.

“Lack of social connectedness can affect the overall well-being of seniors. That’s why I am proud of our government’s support to the organizations that are contributing to improving the lives of seniors in their communities,” said Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors and Multiculturalism Anne Kang. “By increasing access to the community-based seniors’ services and programs they need, we can support seniors to live independent lives and stay physically and socially active.”