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Organization:
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Council on Aging of Ottawa (The)
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Phone Numbers:
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613-789-3577
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Fax:
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613-789-4406
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Address:
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815 St Laurent Blvd, Suite 217
Ottawa, ON
K1K 3A7
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Intersection:
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St Laurent Blvd and Clarke Ave
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Thu 8:30am-2:30pm
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Executives:
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Trèva Cousineau - President
trevac@rogers.com
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Public Contacts:
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Sarah Bercier - Executive Director
613-789-3577 ext 2 * s.bercier@coaottawa.ca
Bonnie Schroeder - Director of Age-Friendly Ottawa
613-789-3577 ext 3 * b.schroeder@coaottawa.ca
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Service Description:
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Advocacy group on seniors' issues * volunteer opportunities
Volunteer-run committees meet to discuss the following seniors issues:- Age-Friendly Ottawa: group working with the City of Ottawa, community partners, and seniors to maximize healthy and active aging
- transportation
- health
- housing
- income security
- francophone issues
- social inclusion
Education services:- eight sessions offered in English and eight sessions offered in French yearly, often with a focus on how seniors can age better
- income security course for individuals retiring on a low income
- 55 Alive Refresher Driving Course: in-class learning for people 55 years and older
- in-class driving lessons for older seniors
- housing options course
- Understanding Transport As We Age: exploration of local transportation options
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Fees:
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Membership fee, $40 * organizational membership $100 * corporate membership $250
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Application:
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Call or apply online
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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No restrictions
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Languages:
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English ; French - Designated Agency under the French Language Services Act
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Language Notes:
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Designated Agency under the French Language Act
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Area Served:
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Ottawa (City of) and area
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Last Updated:
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3/7/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=210324
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