June 1, 2023
Manitoba Government Opens Nominations for 2023 Seniors of the Year Awards
– – –Further Recognition and Resources Support Seniors: Johnston
Nominations are now open for Manitoba’s Seniors of the Year Awards, which celebrate senior Manitobans who have made a significant contribution to their families, communities and the province, Seniors and Long-term Care Minister Scott Johnston announced today.
“Older Manitobans laid the foundation of our strong, prosperous province, and their contributions continue to play a pivotal role in fostering a healthy, productive society,” said Johnston. “These awards will recognize the hard work and dedication of Manitoba seniors whose outstanding voluntary contributions enrich their communities.”
Awards will be presented in two categories, noted the minister. The senior of the year award recognizes Manitoba seniors for enriching the social, cultural or civic life of communities. The active and healthy living award recognizes role models for their work creating active, healthy communities.
Nominations for the awards are open until 4 p.m. on June 23.
The minister also invited Manitoba residents who are 100 or older to sign up for Manitoba’s Centenarian Club, which celebrates their experiences, wisdom and contributions.
“Along with recognizing the immeasurable contributions of Manitoba seniors, our government continues investing in key initiatives that will build a stronger foundation for improved seniors care,” said Johnston. “During the comprehensive public engagement process that informed our seniors strategy, we heard that it can be challenging to access and navigate services and supports which is why we are launching two new resources specifically designed to address these challenges.”
The new Manitoba Seniors Guide provides important information about seniors serving organizations throughout the province and includes hundreds of listings of services supporting adults including home care, social services and community groups.
The fully accessible, bilingual guide was developed in partnership with 211 Manitoba and United Way Winnipeg and can be downloaded and printed for quick reference, noted Johnston. In addition to a general guide for all of Manitoba, there are five regional versions including Winnipeg, Southern, Interlake-Eastern, Northern, and Westman/Parkland, making it easier to locate services and supports close to home, the minister added.
The minister noted the Department of Seniors and Long-term Care’s newly refreshed, fully accessible website is now live at https://www.manitoba.ca/seniors/. The website includes comprehensive information on healthy aging resources including:
- housing options and care planning;
- community and caregiver supports;
- safety and security;
- financial and legal matters;
- health and well-being; and
- transportation.
The website also includes a section dedicated to combatting ageism, the minister noted.
“We want to support all Manitobans in their aging journeys,” said Johnston. “Our government remains committed to making Manitoba an ideal place to age.”
To nominate someone for a senior of the year award or to sign up for Manitoba’s Centenarian Club, visit https://manitoba.ca/seniors/seniors-of-the-year-awards.html.
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