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Elder Wellbeing & Companion Program
Culturally matched mental health support and social connection for diaspora and newcomer elders aged 60+.
Culturally matched mental health support and social connection for African diaspora and newcomer elders aged 60+. Addresses isolation, loss of cultural connection, grief, chronic illness adjustment, and the experience of aging far from home.
Who It Is For
African diaspora elders, newcomer elders, refugees aged 60+.
Topics Addressed
Social isolationGrief and loss of roleChronic illness and disabilityLonelinessFear of death far from homeIntergenerational family conflict
Format
Weekly visits (in-person or virtual), monthly group gatherings, cultural celebration events.
Languages
All 7 supported languages
Location
Calgary, Alberta and virtual
How to Access
Walk-in, referral, or self-referral.