Senior services

Supporting seniors with care, connection & practical guidance

CAM provides senior-focused services, resources, and community programs designed to help older adults access support, stay informed, and remain connected.

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What are senior services?

CAM's Senior Services support healthy aging through practical assistance, trusted resources, and community programs that promote well-being, independence, and social inclusion. Our programs encourage active living and help reduce isolation by connecting older adults with peers and the wider community.

Whether you or your family member needs help with benefits, housing, social programs, or community support, our team is here to help.

How we support seniors

CAM provides practical guidance, trusted resources, and community-focused support to help seniors access services, stay informed, and remain connected.

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Benefits & government support

  • OAS (Old Age Security)
  • GIS (Guaranteed Income Supplement)
  • CPP (Canada Pension Plan)
  • OW (Ontario Works)
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Housing & practical resources

  • Public and Senior housing applications
  • Government-assisted housing
  • Referral to Community services
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Free tax clinics & commissioning documents

  • Free tax clinics during the income tax reporting period
  • Referral for translation services
  • Commissioner for taking affidavits services
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Community & social connection

Programs and activities that encourage engagement, participation, and social well-being.

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Information & referrals

Guidance on health, transportation, government programs and benefits, and available community services, etc.

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Community programs

Supporting well-being through connection

Senior well-being is about more than services. CAM encourages community participation, social engagement, and access to meaningful programs that help seniors stay connected, active, and supported.

Why CAM?

Why come to CAM for senior support?

CAM provides trusted, multilingual, and community-rooted support designed to help seniors and families access practical services while staying informed, connected, and supported.

Serving Mississauga since 1982

Free support services for eligible clients

Cantonese, Mandarin, and English support

Practical assistance and trusted referrals

Community-centred programs

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Getting started is simple

Step 1: Contact CAM

Reach out to discuss your needs or a family member's needs.

Step 2: Get guidance

Our team can help identify useful programs, benefits, or support options.

Step 3: Access services

Connect with the right resources and community support.

Have questions about senior services? We're here to help!

Find answers to common questions about the senior services provided at the Chinese Association of Mississauga.

What senior services does CAM offer?

CAM provides support with benefits, housing, tax clinics, referrals, social programs, and practical senior-related resources.

Are services free?

Many CAM services are free for eligible seniors.

Can family members contact CAM for support?

Yes. Families and caregivers are welcome to reach out.

What languages are available?

Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.

Still have questions?

Contact us and our team will be happy to help.

Looking for trusted senior support?

Whether you or your family need practical guidance, benefits support, or community connection, CAM is here to help seniors and families move forward with confidence.

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