Many of Vancouver's seniors live on limited incomes, and have been affected both by increased costs for health care, and decreased access to services, such as home support.
As part of our ongoing efforts to support Vancouver's families, Council and staff collaborate with the community and all levels of government to provide a range of programs and facilities that keep seniors active, engaged, and connected to the health services they need.
And because many seniors are recent immigrants who face significant language barriers, City staff also work to increase access to services for these seniors, and support networking for seniors across all cultures.
Programs, services, and support for seniors
Older Persons Strategic Framework
Council approved Older Persons Strategic Framework to support aging residents by enhancing quality of life and promoting community engagement.
Seniors Housing Strategy
The strategy focuses on creating safe, affordable housing, helping older adults live independently and securely.
Recreation programs and centres for seniors
Find opportunities for Vancouver seniors to get involved and stay active through local community centres.
Arts & Health
The Arts & Health Project offers seniors weekly arts workshops with a professional artist, an intern artist, and a seniors worker.
Seniors support, outreach, and networking
Find seniors centres, support agencies, and networking opportunities that help seniors engage and interact with others, and gain access to important health and social services.
Older Persons and Elders Advisory Committee
Identifies barriers to, and solutions for, full participation in city life for seniors.
Supportive housing for seniors
Seniors Housing Strategy
The strategy focuses on creating safe, affordable housing, helping older adults live independently and securely.
Find supportive housing for seniors
If you are a senior looking for help finding a home – or you are helping a senior find housing – use the contact information on this page.
Funding for groups that support seniors
Grants for seniors centres and programs
Council provides annual grants to help community-based seniors' groups and programs provide services and support for our growing seniors population.