The Senior Safety Grant aims to improve seniors’ health and safety by supporting existing and new seniors’ safety programs throughout Nova Scotia.
This grant program is funded by the departments of Seniors and Justice. It provides up to $20,000 to non-profit, community-based safety programs that provide information, support, and guidance to seniors.
Eligible programs promote education and awareness of senior abuse, including financial, emotional, and physical, crime prevention, safety, and health. Programs must show financial or in-kind community support and emphasize better communication between seniors and the police.
About The Senior Safety Grant
The Senior Safety Grant is a grant of up to $20,000 a year to help fund a Seniors’ Safety Program. Programs typically need more than this to run successfully. Therefore, you must demonstrate community in-cash or in-kind support in your application.
The grant contributes to the enhancement of existing programs and the expansion of programs to areas of Nova Scotia where programs do not currently exist.
Grant money is made available as a joint initiative of the Nova Scotia Departments of Seniors and Justice. The grant demonstrates the government’s commitment to seniors’ safety and provides a cost-effective approach to crime prevention and community capacity building.
The grant also supports the Nova Scotia Elder Abuse and Positive Aging strategies and actions to prevent and reduce crime. Non-profit organizations may reapply each year when the funding call is open.
Other Programs
Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP) – The Red Cross has several available equipment loan programs that are tailored to the needs of Nova Scotians. Equipment ranges from crutches and canes to specialized equipment such as wheelchairs. The Red Cross also provides hospital beds for recovery, palliative care at home, and home support for individuals determined to be eligible after an assessment by a Continuing Care Coordinator. Call Continuing Care at 1.800.225.7225 or visit their website for more information.
