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Legion Seniors
Although
general awareness and concern for seniors has increased
in recent years, the Legion has been providing support
to seniors and veterans through more than 1,500 branches
for many years. More than 50 years ago, branches first
got involved in building low-rent apartment units for
elderly veterans, widows and their dependents. Today,
most branches conduct seniors' programs or provide
services focused on health care, home support and
housing.
The
involvement of local Legion branches, as well as Ladies
Auxiliaries, has resulted in the establishment of at
least one, or more, seniors' programs in most Canadian
communities. At the national level there is advocacy for
seniors' rights and their well-being. Dominion Command
has produced resource material specifically designed to
assist branches and Ladies Auxiliaries in meeting the
needs of seniors and veterans in their communities. The
Legion spends approximately $3 million and contributes
over 300,000 volunteer hours annually to assist
thousands of seniors across the nation.
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