Seniors Advisory Committee

Under Item 10 (10.2 (d) Elder Abuse Working Group), A. Alshaikhahmed stated that the new Hamilton Elder Abuse Network “will be” rather “has been” established. That the Seniors Advisory Committee approves the October 4, 2024 minutes, as amended.

That the following discussion item be received: (i) Working Groups (Item 10.1) (a) Housing Working Group (Item 10.1(a)) M. Toth asked members if they viewed the University of Waterloo video about the Future Cities Initiative. M. Toth indicated that this initiative is not just about housing, but more about building communities. M. Toth asked if the Seniors Advisory Committee should present this initiative to City Council. L. Maychak suggested that first steps would be to invite City staff from the Housing Services Division and Housing Secretariat to an upcoming Seniors Advisory Committee meeting to discuss. M. Toth indicated that she spoke with Chad Collins, local Member of Federal Government about crown lands and if any are opening up in Hamilton. Chad Collins indicated that there is a housing project for the homeless with mental health issues that is being led by Indwell Homes. Chad Collins also indicated that there are some issues between the Federal Government and Ontario regarding funding for housing, Page 2 of 4 Seniors Advisory Committee November 1, 2024 Minutes 24-011 therefore if the province doesn’t cooperate then the federal government will be directing funds to municipalities. (b) Communications Working Group (Item 10.1(b)) A. Huang shared his screen to present a toolkit the Communications Working Group developed for community organizations and groups titled, “A Guide to Communicating with Seniors”. The toolkit is still a work in progress. L. Maychak indicated that

That the Seniors Advisory Committee be adjourned at 11:58 am.