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Seniors Supports

Our Seniors Supports department at Veiner Centre plays a crucial role in providing information and referrals to older adults and their families, addressing their needs in accessing government benefits and services, housing, and community resources. We understand that navigating the bureaucratic processes can be overwhelming, especially for seniors who may face challenges due to limited resources or unfamiliarity with available assistance. Call 403-529-8307 to book an appointment.

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What We Offer

Seniors Supports services

Benefits and Pensions

  • Information and assistance with government services and benefits applications 
  • Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), Alberta Senior Benefit (ASB), Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH), Special Needs Assistance 
  • Community referrals  
Tax Clinics services

Unison Free Tax Clinic

Unison’s annual tax clinic at Veiner Centre is a perfect way for low-income seniors to receive assistance filing their taxes.   

  • We offer flexible methods during our tax clinic, including in-person appointments, as well as the ability to drop off your tax documents to be completed.
  • Eligibility includes Seniors that are 50+ and AISH clients, with an income limit of $35,000 per year for an individual or $50,000 combined income per year for a couple.
  • We do not prepare tax returns for self-employment, business/rental income, capital gains/losses or bankruptcy.
  • Call 403-529-8364 to schedule the tax clinic appointments
Information and assistance with government services

Housing

Unison at Veiner Centre offers information and referrals on all aspects of senior housing including:   

  • Not-for-profit housing,
  • Subsidized apartments,
  • Condo or life lease lodges,
  • Personal care homes,
  • Private supportive living,
  • Designated supportive living,
  • Care centres.