Resources

Adult Day Programs  -  Through Alberta Health Services, under continuing care services - To assist in independent living

Alberta 55 Plus - Lifelong fitness through active living.  Okotoks is in Zone 2 for Alberta (total of 8 zones in Alberta).  Many activities for seniors, qualifiers go on to the Summer/Winter games, and the best of these go to the Canada 55 games.

Alberta Government - General information

Alzheimer Society - General information.  Alzheimer's Awareness Month

Active Aging Canada - Cold/hot weather tips and so much more

Active Okotoks - Community programs and events for older adults & restorative programs including Living Well, Memory & Aging, and the Move & Groove Social Cafe

Alberta Supports Center - Helping you find and apply for family and social supports

Benefits Finder - At Service Canada, find out what federal, provincial and territorial programs and services you may be eligible for

Calgary Rural Primary Care Network (CRPCN)  -  In collaboration with your family doctor works to maintain your current good health, manage health challenges, and prevent issues from becoming serious.  Offers various classes i.e. exercises, living with chronic pain, food choices etc.

Distress Centre - 403-266-HELP

Elder Abuse  -  Once on the page, click on province

Emergency Alerts for Albertans - Sign up (or download the app) to stay informed during Town of Okotoks emergencies

Finding Balance - STAY INDEPENDENT. PREVENT FALLS.

Food Bank, Okotoks  -  Providing emergency food assistance to local families in need

Hair Service, Mobile -  Linda Macallum will come to your home for your hair needs - 403-938-7101

Healthy Living Program - Through Alberta Health Services - once on site click on "Healthy Living"

Heartland Retirement Residence, Okotoks

Hospice Society (Foothills Country Hospice Society)  -  Provides specialized, compassionate, end of life care to adults and support for their loved ones.  A registered charity.

Immigrant Services for Foothills Community  -  Providing comprehensive settlement and integration services throughout the M.D. of Foothills and Southern Alberta to meet the diverse needs to immigrants, refugees and community partners.

Living Strong - Alberta Council on Aging- for all information go to https://acaging.ca/living-strong

Maritime Injury Centre - is a detailed resource for mariners and military/veterans alike -- with info on everything from military transition, maritime education, vessel safety, and more.   https://www.maritimeinjurycenter.com/support-for-veterans-transitioning-to-civilian-life/

Meals On Wheels Okotoks  -  Provides the timely delivery of nutritious, affordable meals to persons living in Okotoks who have difficulty procuring or preparing food, delivering Monday through Friday at noontime (excluding stat holidays).  Partnered with Sandstone Lodge Food Services Department - call 403-938-6404.  To volunteer as a driver call 403-498-7291 or email lwojcik001@gmail.com.

Mesothelioma information - Two websites - Canadian based (offers a free book of 100 questions and answers) and USA based (work one-on-one to help you find what you need) - that give details on what this is, where to find treatment centers and doctors, legal options, veterans, and more

Okotoks Art Council  -  Volunteer-based organization on a mission to create and maintain a vibrant arts energy.

Okotoks Family Resource Centre -  They offer assistance completing government forms for applications, the Volunteer Driver program for medical appointments outside Okotoks, Adopt-a-Sidewalk snow removal program, Recreation Fee Assistance, and Community Volunteer income tax program.  Many seniors among our members may qualify for the programs available.

Okotoks Public Library:  Phone 403-938-2220.  Providing opportunities that enrich, inspire and empower individuals, with access to so much more than books - free public computers, unlimited Wi-Fi, printing, scanning & photocopying, study rooms, curbside pickup, exam proctoring, and a large digital collection at okotokslibrary.ca/eResources.   

Okotoks Services and Information  - includes information on Covid

Okotoks Social Support Services - includes information on Covid

Okotoks Transit  -  They are operating as usual during the pandemic but are reducing trip windows to decrease shared ridership, and assisting local grocery stores with deliveries of groceries within the transit area.  As of January 1, 2022, they are operating 7 days a week, and new rates are in effect (buy in bulk to save) at okotokstransit.ca/fares-tickets.

Palliative Care / MAID  -  End-of-life care - Information through Alberta Health Services

Parkinson Association of Alberta - General Information

Retirement Living in Black Diamond, High River, Okotoks and Turner Valley  -  The Westwinds communities:  independent living at Glen Mead Park, Sheep River House, Spitzee House, Soderberg House, Valley Villa); supported living at High Country Lodge, Sandstone Lodge and Medicine Tree Manor; affordable housing (near market housing, rent subsidy program, community housing)

Rural Community Care  -  Through Alberta Health Services:  assistance in finding and providing resources to promote and maintain health; curative intervention, health promotion and teaching; support and maintenance; end-of-life care.  No website - contact information as follows:

           Black Diamond Health Unit at Oilfields Hospital - 403-933-8505

           High River Home Care Program - 403-652-5445

           Nanton Health Unit - 403-646-2277

           Okotoks Health & Wellness Centre - 403-995-2600

Rowan House  -  A short-term emergency women's shelter located in the Foothills of Southern Alberta

Simply Compassion Advocacy Society - In Okotoks - Info regarding persons with dementia; fidget blankets

Town of Okotoks

Town Taxi - 403-975-2233

Volunteer Resource Centre - Through the Town of Okotoks - to learn more about this and other services, or to apply as a volunteer, or call 403-938-8936

Walking Sticks through Urban Poling - Beneficial for pre/post hip or knee surgery, soft tissue injuries, Parkinson's, stroke, MS, chronic pain, cancer rehab, spinal conditions, and older adults