At Uzima Women Relief Group International, we are committed to improving the quality of life for seniors by addressing isolation, health challenges, and barriers to culturally appropriate care. Our work focuses on supporting Black seniors in living healthier, safer, and more connected lives. Through community programs, education, and essential support, we help seniors age with dignity while remaining active members of their communities.
Running from 2026
Funded through the Government of Canada under the New Horizons for Seniors Program, focused on improving the digital literacy, safety, and overall well-being of seniors across the Greater Toronto Area by providing hands-on training in technology use, cyber safety, online communication, and wellness applications. Through workshops, one-on-one support from youth digital buddies, and interactive wellness activities, the project helped reduce social isolation, strengthen intergenerational connections, increase confidence in using digital tools, improve access to online services and healthcare resources, and promote healthier, safer, and more independent ageing for at least 50 seniors in the community.
2024 – 2026
Funded by the The McLean Foundation, focused on improving the health, independence, and well-being of Black seniors by increasing access to essential mobility aids and grocery support services. The project helped reduce barriers faced by vulnerable seniors experiencing financial hardship, limited mobility, and social isolation by providing practical assistance that enhanced daily living, food security, and community connection while promoting dignity, inclusion, and overall quality of life.
Running from January 1, 2024
Funded by the Black-Mandated Funding Framework (BMF) through the City of Toronto, focused on strengthening culturally responsive and inclusive support for Black seniors and their families through intergenerational programming, staff training, and community engagement activities such as digital literacy, wellness sessions, gardening, cooking, sewing, and social connection initiatives. The project helped reduce social isolation, improve access to services and digital skills, strengthen relationship among seniors, and promote greater community participation, health, and well-being among Black communities in Toronto.
2022 – 2025
Funded by the Government of Canada through the Age Well at Home (AWAH) Initiative, “Expanding Effective Organizational Capacity to Support Black Seniors to Improve Their Lives” focuses on enhancing culturally appropriate support services for Black seniors through community partnerships, educational programming, and capacity-building initiatives. Delivered in partnership with the Kenya Canadian Association and Bridge To Oasis Foundation, the project strengthens awareness among service providers about the unique care needs of Black seniors while improving access to inclusive supports that promote dignity, social connection, independence, and overall quality of life for seniors in the community.
2020 – 2024
Funded by the Canadian Red Cross, this project supported Continental Black seniors in Toronto who experienced increased isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing grocery delivery, access to essential services such as healthcare and medications, and opportunities for social inclusion and community connection. Workshops and social media engagement helped build a growing support network for isolated seniors, while a dedicated men’s initiative supported Black men of all ages through educational workshops, grocery assistance, and essential supplies, helping improve well-being, reduce isolation, and strengthen community resilience during the pandemic.
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