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Seniors programs and services information guide

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This Guide is designed to help seniors and their families stay informed about the assistance available to seniors in our province, through programs such as the Alberta Seniors Benefit. This... More ≫

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This Guide is designed to help seniors and their families stay informed about the assistance available to seniors in our province, through programs such as the Alberta Seniors Benefit. This important program provides a monthly cash benefit to eligible, low-income seniors. Information about our other programs is also available in this Guide, including Dental and Optical Assistance, Alberta Aids to Daily Living, Education Property Tax Assistance, and Special Needs Assistance for Seniors. In addition to providing information about provincial programs and services, this Guide includes details on federal and community-based programs and services that support seniors.

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Seniors Home Adaptation and Repair Program (SHARP) : information sheet

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This information sheet provides information about the Seniors Home Adaptation and Repair Program, which provides low-interest home equity loans to help senior homeowners finance necessary home... More ≫

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This information sheet provides information about the Seniors Home Adaptation and Repair Program, which provides low-interest home equity loans to help senior homeowners finance necessary home repairs, adaptations and renovations.

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Are you turning 65? : seniors programs and services

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Presents information for seniors turning 65 about available federal and provincial pension and financial assistance programs, prescription drug programs, and health-related coverage.

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Foundational learning and skills development program designation guidelines

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Guidelines for educational institutions interested in becoming a designated institution offering foundational learning and skills development programs. Designation is a status assigned to an... More ≫

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Guidelines for educational institutions interested in becoming a designated institution offering foundational learning and skills development programs. Designation is a status assigned to an educational institution that allows eligible students to apply for financial support through the Foundational Learning Assistance program.

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Foundational Learning Assistance policy manual

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This policy manual aims to provide policy guidance to Advanced Education staff, educational institutions, students and other stakeholders regarding the Foundational Learning Assistance program.... More ≫

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This policy manual aims to provide policy guidance to Advanced Education staff, educational institutions, students and other stakeholders regarding the Foundational Learning Assistance program. The program provides full-time and part-time opportunities for low-income Albertans, who are unemployed or working less than 20 hours per week, to participate in programs of study that increase knowledge and develop skills to prepare them for further education, training, and/or sustainable employment. The Program replaces the Learner Income Support program and the Skills Investment Bursary program.

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