Mr. Speaker, Guelph-Wellington is enriched daily by the contributions of our seniors. We can all learn from their experience and are fortunate to have many seniors as important members of our communities.
Unfortunately as time passes, it becomes more and more difficult for some seniors to care for themselves and each other
in their homes. I congratulate organizations like Meals-on-Wheels, the Victoria Order of Nurses and Life Line that are active throughout Guelph-Wellington and that help our seniors stay in their homes for as long as possible.
Growing old should not mean having to leave the family home. Governments at all levels should encourage our seniors to remain in the family home where memories and stability provide comfort and support. We owe them no less than this.