University Settlement Statement on Anti-Asian Racism
University Settlement is dedicated to fostering a culture of acceptance, equality and anti-discrimination. We call on each and every one of us to stand up against racial prejudice and discrimination.
Many have used the pandemic as a vehicle for inciting racist, sexist, anti-Asian sentiment. We reject this racism, xenophobia, and hate and stand with those who have been harmed by all forms of anti-Asian sentiments and acts.
We call on all members of our community to openly condemn ill-informed, biased perspectives, violence, hate and discrimination.
COVID-19: In-Person Services and Programs Suspended
Our offices at 23 Grange Road, 720 Spadina Avenue and 6075 Yonge Street are temporarily closed in response to the Province’s COVID-19 announcement on January 3, 2022. Our counsellors are available to help by phone, by email and online.
All in-person programming has been temporarily suspended. All online programs continue to be available.
Staying active and engaged. Improving the quality of daily life.
We provide a range of free counselling, programs and services specifically designed for older adults 55+.
Daily Life Assistance
If you’re 55 or older, we’re here to help you:
- Understand the services and supports available to make your life easier
- Navigate the application process for Old Age Security and other income supports
- Prepare Toronto Community Housing Annual Rent Renewals
- Obtain government documents, including Ontario Health Card, Social Insurance Number, Driver’s License, Marriage and Birth Certificates
- Access other needed services
- File your Income Tax
- Complete forms
We provide:
- Translation of documents
- Information and referrals to other services, e.g., health, legal, financial
To speak with a Senior Services Worker, please contact:
Simon Young, Senior Services Worker
(English / Cantonese)
simon.young@universitysettlement.ca
(416) 598-3444 ext. 240 or (647) 395-7294
Tax Clinics
We offer one-to-one tax filing services throughout the year, by appointment only.
To make an appointment, please contact:
Simon Young, Senior Services Worker
(English / Cantonese)
simon.young@universitysettlement.ca
(416) 598-3444 ext. 240 or (647) 395-7294
Time to Chat Conversation Groups
Friendship is just a phone call away!
Time to Chat enables Seniors to make meaningful connections with others through monthly telephone conversations with people 55 and older. Just pick up the phone and chat from the comfort of your home.
- Free for everyone 55 years and older
- Offered for Cantonese, Farsi, and Korean speakers
Seniors Digital Connection
Seniors Digital Connection is a free program that facilitates seniors’ autonomy and helps seniors stay connected by teaching them how to use basic technology, promote independent living, and maintain social contact.
Program Information
- Dates: Friday (January 7, 14, 21, 28)
- Time: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Language: Mandarin
- Online: by Zoom
- Cost: Free for everyone 55 years and older
Register Today
- Email: Yechen Zhang (yechen.zhang@universitysettlement.ca)
- Wechat: albus_dumbledore
You will receive the Zoom meeting ID and password by email.
Gentle Exercise: Online Tai Chi and Yoga
Want to start working out at home, but don’t know what to do? Get bored exercising by yourself? Join us now for exercise and socializing!
Online Tai Chi
- Date: Tuesday (January 11, January 25)
- Time: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
- Language: Mandarin
- Online: by Zoom
- Free!
Online Yoga
- Date: Tuesday (January 11, January 25)
- Time: 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm
- Language: Cantonese and Mandarin
- Online: by Zoom
- Free!
Chinese Music Appreciation Workshop (in Cantonese)
Want to learn how to appreciate Chinese music? Our monthly workshop series will help you analyze music with examples from a piece of chosen music or song.
This workshop occurs once per month. The date changes each month – register online to be notified of upcoming workshop dates.
- Date: Tuesday, January 18
- Time: 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm
- Language: Cantonese
- Online: by Zoom
- Free!