WINTER 2026

A QUARTERLY PUBLICATION OF THE

SENIORS SERVICES SOCIETY OF BC

Home for the Holidays Campaign Wrap Up

Your generosity through our Home for the Holidays campaign helped ensure that vulnerable seniors in BC will not have to face a housing crisis alone. Read how we’ve already helped restore hope for one senior who came frighteningly close to losing her home.

The Critical Role of SHINE in Metro Vancouver 

“Without SHINE, we wouldn’t be able to help people.” 

Those words speak volumes. As senior homelessness rises across BC, SHINE BC is playing a vital role in providing housing stability for seniors. Read how this program is making a difference—for seniors, service providers, and communities alike.

Seniors in Focus Podcast: Housing & Seniors – What’s Next?

What does the future look like for older adults struggling to find safe, affordable rental housing in today’s challenging market? In our latest podcast episode, host Carolyn Jack sits down with Alison Silgardo, CEO of Senior Services Society of BC, to unpack one of the biggest issues facing seniors today: housing affordability and what changes to the federal budget will mean for seniors. Please watch and subscribe to our channel.

Free Online Workshops 
February 5, 12, 19, 26 | 10am-12 noon

Navigating services and benefits for BC seniors doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re a senior yourself or work closely with older adults, you’re invited to attend a free series of informative online workshops this February. Join us on February 5, 12, 19, and 26, from 10:00 a.m. to noon via Zoom, to learn, ask questions, and connect. Registration is free, but space is limited.

How Compassion and Advocacy Helped Rob Rebuild His Life


After years of illness and loss, Rob found himself unhoused, grieving, and out of options. Then one search changed everything. Read how timely housing support helped Rob move from crisis to stability—and into a place he can finally call home.


Volunteer Profile: Board Member Jeanette Robertson

She brings decades of experience in social work, education, and senior advocacy to SSSBC’s board—but what truly drives her is service. From classrooms to community care, her commitment to healthy aging and dignity for older adults makes her a powerful voice at a critical moment.

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Your gift provides meals, social programs, emergency shelter and most importantly ... hope… for a senior in crisis all year long!

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Volunteer!

We are always in need of reliable volunteers to assist with grocery orders, meal delivery, support calls, medical transportation, and translators. Read about our current volunteer opportunities today!

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