Province Celebrates Actions of Seniors, Youth

Nova Scotians of all ages are being recognized for making life better in communities across the province with the launch of the 2013 Intergenerational Awards.

MLA Jim Morton, on behalf of Seniors Minister Denise Peterson Rafuse, officially opened nominations today, March 8, for the awards which celebrate seniors and young people for their outstanding efforts and achievements.

"Seniors have a lifetime of knowledge to share with young people, and young people have an abundance of enthusiasm to inspire our seniors," said Mr. Morton. "By celebrating these activities, we are moving beyond generational stereotypes and creating communities where we can all learn from others' experiences and actions."

Awards will be presented for outstanding volunteer group, outstanding volunteer service: younger generation, and outstanding volunteer service: older generation.

The Middleton Adult Day Program was recognized in 2012 as the province's outstanding volunteer group.

"This award acknowledges the many strong partnerships within our community that bring seniors and younger people together in a safe and supportive environment," said Middleton Adult Day Program manager Tom MacNeil. "Through our work, we know there are many more individuals and groups around the province that deserve recognition, and I hope people will take a little time to submit a nomination."

Anyone in Nova Scotia can submit a nomination. The deadline for submissions is April 5th.

For more information including nomination forms, visit novascotia.ca/seniors/NS_Intergenerational_Awards.asp .

The province continues to make life better and more affordable for seniors and their families by supporting seniors' efforts to live independently, while working collaboratively with communities to create places where Nova Scotians can live and age well.