Service targeted to individuals 60 years and older who are:

• referred by a community member

• living in the community (not in the hospital, long-term care, or assisted living)

• identified to be in need or at risk

• not currently engaged with professional support.

• not experiencing an urgent situation that requires First Responders (e.g. medical crisis, active safety risk, active mental health crisis or suicide, lost or wandering older adult)

• residing in Calgary or immediate area

To access service:

• contact Distress Centre Calgary's 24 hour Crisis Line (403-266-4357) to complete referral process

Referral accepted from:

• community members
• caregivers
• family members
• care providers
• community agencies

Refer to SeniorConnect if the senior is:

• identified and referred by a community member (who can choose to remain anonymous)
• unaware or unable to access needed community resources and supports
• has difficulty accessing or navigating support systems 
• is not currently engaged with professional support