By Seniors Services Society
Do you work with seniors needing help with housing and support?
Navigator Training for Seniors Housing and Support courses are specially designed for social service workers, supporting seniors who need housing information and support in BC.
Schedule & registration info
The virtual courses will be delivered using Zoom. Download the brochure here (PDF). Register online here.
Class 1 (presented by Seniors Services Society of BC)
Thursday, April 15th, 10-11:15 am
- Aging and its relation to housing needs
- Housing navigation
Class 2
Thursday, April 22nd, 10-11:30 am
- Types of seniors housing
- BC Housing Supports
- BC Health Authorities – housing options with supports
Class 3 (guest speaker: Tenant Resource and Advisory Centre)
Thursday, April 29th, 10-11:15 am
- Rights/responsibilities of senior renters
- Housing advocacy for seniors
Class 4 (guest speaker: YMCA of Greater Vancouver – Digital Literacy Exchange Program)
Thursday, May 6th, 10-11:15 am
- Digital literacy for seniors
- Elder Abuse Prevention
Time Commitment (per course week): 2 to 2.5 hours
Course fees:
- $150 (early bird deadline – March 31, 2021)
- $200 (after March 31, 2021)
About Seniors Services Society
Seniors Services Society is a non-profit agency located in New Westminster, providing local and provincial programs and services to support vulnerable older adults to live as independently as possible.