It is important for you to know what resources there are to manage the practical, everyday issues you may face. Here are a few related to government benefits, finances, emergency planning, and managing medications. A social worker can also help you access benefits and connect to community resources.
Benefits Finder
This may suggest benefits from federal or provincial governments, and does not collect or track your information. The more questions you answer, the most customized your results will be.
https://srv138.services.gc.ca/daf/q?id=06ba7f6b-95e0-4583-9160-2af48097afce&GoCTemplateCulture=en-CA
Emergency Planning- How to make a plan
https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/pblctns/yprprdnssgd/index-en.aspx
Financial Resources
https://www.canada.ca/en/financial-consumer-agency.html
Federal Government Resources for Seniors
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/seniors/forum.html
Keeping Track of Your Medications
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/aging-seniors/publications/publications-general-public/safe-living-guide-a-guide-home-safety-seniors/keeping-track-your-medicine.html#medicationsafety
Using Medications Safely
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-medical-devices/using-medications-safely.html