Cooking for One: Senior Nutrition on a Budget

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GEF Seniors
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Employer
(1)
3
Project
Academic experience
100 hours of work total
Learner
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
Healthcare Community engagement Social work Public health
Skills
budget management shopping lists digital literacy meal planning and preparation budgeting cooking
Details

The project aims to address the challenge faced by seniors in preparing nutritious meals for themselves while adhering to a budget. Many seniors live alone and may find it difficult to cook for one, often leading to food waste or reliance on less nutritious options. The goal is to create a user-friendly resource that provides practical tips, recipes, and budgeting strategies tailored to seniors. This resource will empower seniors to maintain a healthy diet without overspending. The project will involve researching nutritional needs specific to seniors, developing easy-to-follow recipes, and compiling cost-effective shopping guides. By focusing on these aspects, the project seeks to enhance the quality of life for seniors by promoting independence and well-being.

Deliverables

The deliverables for this project include a comprehensive digital guide that features a collection of senior-friendly recipes, nutritional tips, and budget management strategies. Additionally, the project will produce printable shopping lists and meal planning templates. The final resource should be visually appealing, easy to navigate, and accessible to seniors with varying levels of digital literacy.

Mentorship
Hands-on support

Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

Supported causes

The global challenges this project addresses, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about all 17 SDGs here.

Good health and well-being

About the company

Company
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
501 - 999 employees
Hospital, health, wellness & medical
Representation
Community-Focused

GEF Seniors Housing is the largest non-profit social housing operator for seniors in Alberta and a registered charity. Our vision is to create vibrant, affordable communities for seniors. For our mission, we focus on providing affordable, well-maintained, and secure buildings, where our clients can live with dignity and thrive in their communities with the support of friendly and caring staff and volunteers.