ABOUT US
Purpose
- To assist those who are approaching retirement and recent
retirees to make the transition to retirement.
- To address the social, emotional and financial aspects of
retirement through a holistic approach.
- To recognize and utilize the expertise of retirees in
helping others make the transition to retirement.
History
- A Health Canada grant in 1994 - 1997 initiated the program.
- Run by a volunteer Board of Directors.
Training
- Presenters are trained in experiential learning and everyone
participates in the sessions.
- Presenters come from all walks of life and draw on their
area of expertise (Nurses-health, accounting and finance)
Staff Support
- Peer Helper Co-ordinator hours are shared with two other
Peer based groups- S.H.A.R.E.(senior helpers aiding retirees through experience) and New
Beginnings (bereavement support)
Funding
- The ministry of Health supports this program along with the
City of Kitchener’s Department of Community Services.
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