History of Living Independence for Elders (L.I.F.E)

 

Living Independence for Elders (L.I.F.E.) - Senior Support Centre was initiated at a community meeting in the fall of 1987 at the Lakeshore Hospital Boardroom in Ashern.

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In 1988, L.I.F.E was incorporated as a non-profit organization and registered charity. The same year, the first Resource Coordinator was hired.

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In the fall of 1992, the L.I.F.E Directors sponsored the Ashern Adult Day Program which provides activities, recreation and support in a small group program for adults. 

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In 1995, the L.I.F.E Directors again took a sponsorship with the Ashern Meal Program at the Ashern Pioneer Manor. In 2003, the Ashern Meal program expanded to provide a coordinator for a seven-day program and also expanded the Meals on Wheels delivery to the community of Moosehorn. 

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In May 2008, the L.I.F.E Office and Adult Program relocated to its current location at the TBJ Mall.