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Seniors Programs & Services - Chilliwack

Financial, Housing / Shelter, Services for Seniors, and Social / Recreational

Provided by Chilliwack and District Seniors’ Resources Society (CDSRS)

Provides various resources, programs, services, and recreational activities for seniors age 55+.

Programs and services offered include:

Income Tax Program: The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is a collaboration between the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and community organizations. Volunteers assist low-income seniors and persons with disabilities with simple income tax and benefit returns.
Form Completion and Assistance: Get assistance with both hard copy (paper) and online forms or applications accessing the most recent forms for: SAFER, Medical Services Plan Regular and Temporary Premium Assistance, Parking Permit Program for People with Disabilities, Canada Pension Plan Retirement Pension, Old Age Security Pension, HandyDART and HandyCard, BC Housing, and many other support services offered to seniors.
Hamper Program: This service is available to aid low-income seniors who require support. By appointment only, please call to inquire.
Housing Support Program: Supporting seniors to access affordable and appropriate housing through information, community resources and form assistance. There are several grants, subsidies and programs available provincially and municipally to qualifying applicants including: SAFER (Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters), HAFI (Home Adaptations for Independence), property tax deferral and homeowner grants. Contact the office for information or to book an appointment for form completion. Other housing resources include: weekly rental list.
Events and Activities: CDSRS activities are open to all members. Generally, activity fees are $6 per instructor-led class or $3 for volunteer-coordinated activities. For social activities, fees range according to the type of activity. Fees may be paid on a drop-in basis or through the purchase of a punch card. For more details, please see the online activity calendar.