Senior Savings
Looking for ways to save a little money? 💰 Our Senior Savings Guide includes local businesses that offer discounts and special savings for older adults in the Grande Prairie area. This page features savings at local hotels and banking institutions, including discounts on hotel stays and banking options with no monthly fees for eligible seniors. […]
GP & Area Council on Aging – Moving Resource Guide
Moving soon? 🏠📦 There is a lot to remember when you change your address. It is not just about packing and moving. You may need to update your information with government services, utilities, banks, insurance companies, Canada Post and many others. Our Moving Resource Guide has helpful contact information, checklists and reminders to help you […]
Nutrition Check-up for Older Adults
Sharing meals matters Eating with others, when you can, can help you eat better and stay healthier. Try sharing a meal with family, friends, or neighbours. Looking for more personalized tips? Take the free Nutrition Check-up for Older Adults at: ahs.ca/OlderAdultNutrition.
Embracing active aging to overcome #FOGO (the fear of growing older)
Embracing active aging to overcome #FOGO (the fear of growing older) Aging today looks very different than it did for our parents or grandparents. Yet many people harbour a sense of FOGO (fear of growing older). Worrying about declining health, losing independence and feeling isolated as we age is normal. Instead of focusing on the […]
From sunshine to snowfall: Ways to manage mental health as the seasons change
Oct 22, 2025 – McMaster University – As autumn settles in and daylight hours shrink across Canada, many people notice their mood and energy dip. While it’s common to feel a bit slower in the darker months, some experience a more serious condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) which is a type of depression triggered […]