Community Resources
Explore a collection of resources that will help support healthy active aging.
Healthy Active Aging & Resource Guide
Download the 55+ guide for important contact numbers, maps and information on safety, security, transportation, caregiving and recreation opportunities.
Local Resources for Seniors, Caregivers, and their Families
| Service | Description | Organization |
| bc211 |
The Safe Seniors, Strong Communities Program matches seniors who need support with non-medical essentials, to volunteers in their community. Also find COVID-19 links and the Family and Friend Caregiver Support line |
bc211, United Way |
| Healthy Active Aging Guide Important Phone Numbers | A quick list of phone numbers for community resources, found in the Healthy Active Aging Guide | City of Surrey |
| Free and Low Cost Services | Brochures of affordable services in Surrey | Surrey Libraries |
| Library Cards and Online Library | Take your Library card online to access online resources | Surrey Libraries |
| Mental Health Resources |
Resources for mental health |
Mental Health Commission of Canada |
| Fraser Health Virtual Care | Learn how to get an online health care visit | Fraser Health |
| Crisis Lines | Counselling phone lines | Various |
| Digital Technology Hub | Resources to help you navigate the digital world | City of Surrey |
Provincial and Federal Resources
| Service | Description | Organization |
| BC Senior COVID-19 Vaccine Schedule |
Book a vaccine appointment for yourself or your spouse. |
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| BC Air Conditioning Program |
The Government of B.C. is providing $10 million in funding to expand our Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) to include portable air conditioners to support vulnerable customers. Income-qualified customers in all housing types, including condos and apartments can apply. Apply online |
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| Service Canada |
Information about CPP/Old Age Pension Plan. Also available is an online service request |
Service Canada |
| Canadian Anti Fraud Centre | Information on recent COVID-19 scams and frauds | Canadian Anti Fraud Centre |
| CRA Free Income Tax Clinics | Community organizations host free tax clinics where volunteers file tax returns for eligible people. | |
| Emergency Preparedness | Resources to prepare for emergencies | Government of Canada |
Community-based Programs
| Service | Description | Organization |
| Surrey Intercultural Seniors Social Inclusion Partnership |
This collective network consists of six organizations that aim to address barriers to social inclusion and engagement for seniors 55+ to make Surrey a more interculturally inclusive and engaged community. |
Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS) |
| Surrey SHARES | Free online personal development program | Surrey SHARES |
| Health Coach Program | One-on-One telephone-based Health Coach Program to support those living chronic health conditions. | Self Management BC |
| Choose to Move | Program to help with motivation and support to become more active | UBC Active Aging |
| Minds in Motion | Fitness and social program for people living with any form of early-stage dementia. | Alzheimer Society of BC |
Other Seniors Groups
| Service | Description | Organization |
| Canadian Association for Retired Persons |
CARP (Canadian Association for Retired Persons) is Canada’s largest advocacy association for older Canadians |
CARP is a non-profit organization and does not receive government operating funding. Its advocacy mission is funded through CARP membership fees and through contributions from our affinity partnerships. |
| Semiahmoo Seniors Planning Table | Group working towards inclusion and wellbeing of older adults living in the White Rock / South Surrey community |