Saskatoon Services for Seniors is always looking for individuals that are looking to give back. We have several opportunities currently available form Handyman, Grocery order takers, Friendly Caller program and even grocery delivery. If you or someone you know is interested in Volunteering with Saskatoon Services for Seniors, please contact our office today.
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“We are all part of a larger community that depends on each of us playing a part.” ~ John Molson
Seniors Real Estate Specialist – Sheri Willick
Sheri Willlick is a REALTOR® and Associate Broker with Serenity Real Estate Solutions Team brokered by Coldwell Banker Signature in Saskatoon. Sheri holds extra designations as a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® and a Seller Representative Specialist®. An SRES® is a REALTOR® who is uniquely qualified to assist seniors in housing sales and purchases. What qualities make an SRES® different? *Has knowledge, experience, and compassion in dealing with senior issues. *Takes a no-pressure approach to the transaction and has a strong service orientation. *Tailors the marketing of a home to the needs of an older client.
Grocery / Shopping Delivery
Saskatoon Services for Seniors is proud to provide Grocery delivery to seniors and disabled adults around Saskatoon. Each week on Monday and Tuesday we contact clients to take their order and we then shop and deliver the orders on Wednesday through Friday. We will shop at the store of the Seniors choice and get only what they order. Our staff can not only shop for grocery items but health products as well as they require them. Seniors that have mobility issues can also inquire if they need assistance with the delivery and our staff can help put their items away for them as well in the home. We have a small $6 delivery fee along with a 10% administration fee.
Thank You for Giving!
Donations are what allow us to support older adults in our community. Donations help progress our services while playing a vital role in keeping seniors independent. Your donations help to supplement the cost to some of our low-income seniors in our community as well fund programs that are free to any senior like our Friendly Caller program. Every dollar in donations stays right here in Saskatoon. We have many lower income seniors that need our services and the generosity of our donors allows us to be able to assist them.
Housekeeping Services
Saskatoon Services for Seniors offers housekeeping services for all seniors in Saskatoon. Our staff is screened and fully insured. Our staff is here to assist with many household cleaning services such as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, dusting and wall washing. We only provide the services that you require and as such only have a one hour minimum for each appointment. We can provide regular weekly service, bi-weekly services or just when you need us. The fee involved is based on the senior’s income and if cost is a barrier, though our donors we can usually overcome this barrier to be able to get seniors the help they need.
Join Today!
Saskatoon Services for Seniors memberships allow you access to all of our current programs. Memberships renew each April and are available to any individual age 55+ in Saskatoon. Join today and have access to our programs that will help you remain independent in your own home. We have many services available for Seniors in Saskatoon including Housekeeping, Grocery Delivery, Lawn cutting and yardwork, and even snow shoveling. Join today Annual memberships are only $10.00
Yardwork Services
Services include lawn cutting, spring and fall cleanup of leaves, gardening, flower beds and weeding. As with all of our services we can provide as much or as little based on what you require. We can also do landscaping, pruning, trimming and edging as well. For landscaping work we look at what you require and will provide you with a rough price before we would go ahead with any work. As always if cost is a barrier we will work with you to overcome that barrier. During spring and fall we can also do outside window cleaning and eaves cleaning as well.
How Much Are You Getting?
June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month! No matter what the season is, the generally accepted recommendation is to consume 8-10 servings of fresh fruits and veggies every day. But the reality is that very few of us get anywhere near that amount. In my experience working with clients, I have found that on average, they are only getting 2-4 servings/day (and likely less, since people tend not to want to admit what their nutritional habits REALLY are). So, if you are one of those people, supplementing with a high-quality live whole food supplement would be highly recommended.
Disability Tax Credit Eligibility
When people have restrictions, physically or mentally, they may be entitled to apply for a tax credit. There are different ways in which a person can be eligible for the disability tax credit (DTC). In all cases, the impairment must be prolonged. Also, the person must meet one of the following criteria: 1. Is markedly restricted in at least one of the basic activities of daily living. 2. Is significantly restricted in two or more or the basic activities of daily living (can include a vision impairment). 3. Needs life-sustaining therapy. The credit can allow a person $2500 in tax savings each year as well as a $25,000 Lump Sum Refund. Expert help is available in applying for this substantial tax credit.
Housekeeping Services
Saskatoon Services for Seniors offers housekeeping services for all seniors in Saskatoon. Our staff is screened and fully insured. Our staff are here to assist with many household cleaning services such as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, dusting and wall washing. We only provide the services that you require and as such only have a one hour minimum for each appointment. We can provide regular weekly service, bi-weekly services or just when you need us. The fee involved is based on the seniors income and if cost is a barrier, though our donors we can usually overcome this barrier to be able to get seniors the help they need.
