Seniors Corner
The County of Vermilion River has a vibrant and active seniors population. The 2008 County census indicates that there are 835 citizens over the age of 65 years of age living in the County. This represents 11% of the total population. There are several senior citizens organizations located in the Villages and Hamlets in the County that provide a facility for socialization and educational opportunities for our Seniors.
SENIORS' COORDINATOR
The County of Vermilion River and the Town of Vermilion partner to provide a Seniors' Coordinator to liaise with the seniors residing in the County, Town and the Villages of Dewberry, Kitscoty, Marwayne and Paradise Valley. Shirley McRobert has provided information, assistance, referrals and enlightenment to our senior citizens for many years. If you are a senior (or a spouse, child or caregiver of a senior) and you have a question or concern please call Shirley at (780) 581-2414 - she is always willing to assist our seniors. Shirley is renowned for her annual Seniors' Week celebrations that bring together seniors from across the County to be entertained and enlightened on matters of importance to their health and well being.
SENIORS' WEEK 2009 and the "BE INFORMED" Seniors' Conference
On April 14, 2009 County Council declared June 1 to 7, 2009 as Seniors Week in the County of Vermilion River. Please click here to view the declaration.
Shirley McRobert, Seniors' Coordinator, has arranged an impressive line up of presenters for the annual Seniors Week celebration that is being held on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 at the Vermilion Regional Centre. The vision for the June Senior Conference is "Be Informed". Education is the best advantage so please come out for a day of learning and making connections with others. The cost is only $10 including a Alberta Health and Wellness will provide updates on the new Pharmaceutical Strategy for seniors. Brenda Robinson is the keynote speaker and there are eight breakout sessions for participants to choose from. The deadline for registration is May 19, 2009 so hurry and click here for a copy of the registration form.