55± Resources

These are some resource links for the 55± 2SLGBTQ+ community in Winnipeg and Manitoba. Rainbow Resource Centre is not responsible for the content of these external websites.

• A Guide for the Caregiver

  Caregivers have and will continue to play an important and valuable role in our lives, communities and province. This guide has been created to provide caregivers with information on the rewards, challenges and resources available that may support them. 

• A Legal Information Guide for Seniors

  This booklet has been developed by the Seniors and Healthy Aging Secretariat, The PGT and the Community Legal Education Association (CLEA) to help Manitoba seniors better understand wills and estates, and related matters of powers of attorney and health care directives. 

• Community Health Assessment Report

  Community Health Assessment (CHA) is an ongoing activity of the WRHA. The purpose is to identify community health assets and issues, set health objectives and monitor progress towards those objectives.

• Manitoba Institute for Patient Safety

  The Manitoba Institute for Patient Safety (MIPS) promotes patient safety to patients, families, the public and healthcare providers.

• Seniors Resource Finders

  Seniors Resource Finders can offer information on meal programs, health services, transportation options, home maintenance, recreational opportunities, housing options, and referrals to other resources in the community. 

• Support Services to Seniors Program

  Support Services to Seniors offer community-based programs for seniors that promote health and well-being and assist seniors to continue to live in the community. These services are offered throughout the Winnipeg health region by a variety of community agencies.