(Moncton) The Coalition for Seniors will hold its board
meeting today at Peoples Park Tower, 960 St George Blvd starting at 10:00 a.m.
(Media are welcome for photo opt and interviews)
The Executive Director for the
Coalition, Cecile Cassista says after celebrating 10 years of achievement other
seniors groups recognizes the importance of working together.
It will be a significant day for the group as
three new member groups join to delivery their message on senior policies to
the newly elected government. The New Brunswick Seniors Citizen Federation,
Riverview Veterans & Armed Forces Association and CN Pensioners have
appointed representatives to the Coalition board.
On the agenda the board will also discuss
as to whether to collaborate with the New Brunswick Home Care Association that
has expressed an interest to work on common issues relative to seniors.
Cassista, states in addition to the achievements being unveiled at the June meeting the Board will discuss its affirmation on, “ Seniors Issues
Matter “Aging in place “.
The Coalition will be seeking a
meeting with government officials to deal with policies that need addressing. Growing
the Coalition in numbers is important to get its message across that seniors
polices need to improve and be protected says Cassista.
Seniors and Veterans cannot be forgotten by
this government.
For more information: Contact: Cecile Cassista, 506 860 7682 or Cell. 850 5655