A grant for providing accessibility solutions
Contributor: Marilyn Sitar, Community Wellness Facilitator with the Interlake-Eastern RHA
Did you know that every year in Canada one in three people over the age of 65 fall? Falls can be devastating, often resulting in injury, hospitalization and in many cases, being admitted to long term care. The good news? There are some simple things we can do that don’t cost money or are low cost.
And there’s more good news! For older adults living in Manitoba with difficulty safely accessing areas in their home, grants may be available through the Safe and Healthy Home for Seniors. Funded by the Manitoba Government, and implemented by the March of Dimes, the grant provides up to $5000 for basic and essential accessibility solutions.
To learn more about Falls Prevention tips and about the Safe and Healthy Home for Seniors Grant, click here.