People across Canada are beginning to take a more proactive approach to their future housing needs. Within Simcoe County, there are many options available, but most residents don’t know that they exist, or how to access them.
After COVID, 90%+ of Canadians have indicated a strong desire to age in their homes, surrounded by their friends and the social supports developed over time. Is your current home a challenge to healthy aging, or the perfect solution?
The Simcoe County Housing and Health Symposium is a FREE event bringing together industry professionals to educate consumers about their options. Join us!
Free Registration & Refreshments
Expert local speakers
March 20, 2024
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Liberty North - Java Room
100 Caplan Ave.
Barrie, ON
Join us to learn more about:
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If you want to stay in your home as you get older, there are changes that can be made in advance to avoid falls. Qualified contractors and OT’s among other should be consulted BEFORE the need for grab bars, railings and possibly more materialize.
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Living with others (friends) can be a effective way to share work andreduce costs.
Learn more at the Simcoe County Housing and Home Symposium.
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If you have an unused room in your home that could be used by another person, house sharing may be for you. Both the house owner and the tennant can derive great benefits from using the same space.
Learn more at the Simcoe County Housing and Home Symposium.
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If you are renting or in a condominium, and you and your neighbours are getting older togeter, you might already be in a Natuarally Occurring Retirement Community. Recognizing this, and working with your neighbours can lead to an effective way to Age in Place.
Learn more at the Simcoe County Housing and Home Symposium.
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Homes designed with Universal principles will allow most anyone to safely live and visit the space. Why are not all houses built with these simple principles?
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Learn more at the Simcoe County Housing and Home Symposium.