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