What we do
Since 1975, The Council on Aging of Ottawa (COA) has worked tirelessly to advance the wellbeing of Ottawa’s older adults. Older adults are valued assets in our community, contributing to the fabric of Ottawa as an age-friendly city. Active in the community for 50 years, the COA has been a viable, constructive, and strong voice advocating for improvements with and for older adults in our nation’s capital.
But our work continues. Older adults are a diverse and rapidly growing, changing, and aging population. In fact, they are the fastest growing age group in Ottawa. More than ever, we need to advocate for innovative housing solutions, improved health and community support services, income security, and transportation alternatives. As a bilingual and inclusive Council, we want to ensure all older adults can thrive, free from discrimination due to ageism, disability, language, or socio-demographic and lifestyle differences.
How you can help
Donate
By supporting the Council on Aging of Ottawa you provide opportunities for older adults to have their voices heard through public consultations and community conversations, access helpful information and resources such as our Housing and Transportation Guides designed specifically for older adults, and benefit from our educational programming such as our award-winning Smart Aging Program.
While our supporters are inclined to give for many reasons, we are all aging. No matter the size of your one-time or monthly donation or legacy gift, you can help us expand our reach and shape the future of aging in Ottawa both with and for older adults.
Volunteer
Our 150+ volunteers are the very foundation of our organization as they invest their time and talents in shaping the future of Ottawa’s older adults. Some volunteers focus on advocacy. Their interests are in current affairs, identifying priorities facing older adults, and pursuing solutions that advance the wellbeing of the aging community. Other volunteers focus on education. Their interests are in developing educational content, planning events, and preparing older adults for later life transitions which will positively impact their individual aging. Still others focus on writing, administration, fundraising, social media, and more.
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