Seniors Program Directory Available

Nova Scotia seniors will be able to learn about the programs and services that are available to them with the help of the 2005 Programs for Seniors directory. The directory features information about active living, health care, transportation, housing, finances, legal matters and much more.

This year's Programs for Seniors is helping to celebrate a significant milestone as the Nova Scotia Seniors Citizens' Secretariat marks 25 years of serving Nova Scotia's seniors.

"The Nova Scotia Senior Citizens' Secretariat has been the voice for seniors for 25 years," said Valerie White, executive director of the secretariat. "Programs for Seniors has been an important guide for seniors and their families since it was first published in 1981."

The secretariat works with seniors to develop plans, policies and programs in partnership with the departments of Community Services, Health, Education, Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations and the Office of Health Promotion. It provides seniors with a single entry point to access programs and services in government.

The secretariat is distributing 75,000 copies of the directory across the province. Copies are free and are available at local pharmacies, public libraries and Sobeys stores. The directory is also available on the secretariat's website at www.gov.ns.ca/scs or by calling 902-424-0065 or toll free at 1-800-670-0065.