The Quality of Life for Seniors in Halton

A new 2007 report entitled "The Quality of Life for Seniors in Halton" has been released by the Halton Region. It addresses such things as income, housing, personal safety and access to information and services. It includes statistics on: projected growth for this demographic up to the year 2015, numbers anticipated to use social housing, leisure activities, transportation issues, internet use etc. Conclusions are drawn for future planning. Of note for library service is that "opportunities for cognitive, physical and social leisure activities are important to the quality of life of seniors"... and more than 59. 2 % of those aged 55- 64 have internet access. This document is worth perusing.