October 25, 2017
A kind-hearted individual referred George to A & O's Senior Centre Without Walls program, since then George has built relationships and met new companions to share his life with.
October 25, 2017
As someone in their eighties, I thought I was at my safest at home and surrounded by family – until my own family member assaulted me and sent me to a hospital.
January 8, 2019
When the Eritrean couple came to register in our program Mihret, 59, was not able to communicate in English at all, although she was able to say her name and the country that she came from. Habtegabr, 65, was able to answer basic questions related to his personal experience. He was on crutches.
May 29, 2019
Charlie had always liked to collect things and didn’t particularly like to throw anything away, but after these losses Charlie’s Hoarding Behaviour intensified. Charlie isolated himself from friends and family and his home became unsafe.
May 4, 2020
Winnipeg older adults who may be feeling isolated and in need of assistance during this trying time, can call 311 to be connected with a number of resources available including assistance with delivery of groceries, medications, or specialized social services.
June 18, 2020
In the time of COVID, we celebrate refugees. #EveryActionCounts. Join the conversation: attend Winnipeg's virtual World Refugee Day event live Facebook on June 19th.
September 30, 2020
October 1, 2020 marks the 30th Anniversary of the International Day of Older Persons. 2020 witnessed the Covid-19 pandemic that swept through the world. A & O: Support Services for Older Adults is responding to the needs of older Manitobans who are at the highest risk of COVID-19 infection.
December 24, 2020
The Winnipeg Police Service recognizes that the Covid 19 Pandemic has caused severe challenges across sectors affecting the health and safety of citizens.
February 19, 2021
Honour 150 – Award Recipient
Pauline Shewchuk (100 years of age) is one of the Honour 150 award recipients for her
volunteer contributions to A & O’s Connect Program.