Government of Canada funds three projects in Manitoba to help more seniors age at home

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Today, Canadas Minister of Seniors, Joanne Thompson, announced $1.57 million in funding for three pilot projects in Manitoba. They were selected after an open call for proposals under the Age Well at Home initiatives In-Home Support Pilot Project stream. The project allows inner city seniors living independently to improve their quality of life through friendly visits, light housekeeping and home maintenance. Through these projects, they are helping seniors with tasks like meal preparation, light cleaning, transportation, and connecting to other services in their area. Through Budget 2023, the Government provided a one-time grocery rebate to help the Canadians hardest hit by rising food prices.

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