'Health by Stealth': How to Fund and Get a Men's Shed Off the Ground to Enhance Men's Health and Wellbeing

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Presenters: John Peters and Darrel O’Shaughnessy from Men’s Sheds in Ontario, Beth Symansky, HelpAge Canada and Barbara McMillan, United Way British Columbia

Learn about the benefits of Men's Sheds in reducing isolation and loneliness and enhancing men's health and wellbeing. The common vision of Men's Sheds around the world is to create a safe space where men can enjoy meeting, making friends, socializing and help each other overcome feelings of isolation and loneliness. Commonly refer to "health by stealth" in that, when men start to talk about health issues (physical and mental) they are encouraged to be more proactive in reaching out for professional care.

Learn about funding available to support new Men’s Sheds (Start-Up Grants) and existing Men’s Sheds (Project Grants) as well as hear some impact stories from Men’s Sheds grant recipients.

Recognizing the value of Men's Sheds in promoting men's health and wellness, micro-grants of up to $1,000 are available to assist with the start-up costs of new Men's Sheds in Canada! These Start-up Grants, offered through HelpAge Canada, are available to groups of two or more men or to community organizations interested in starting a Men's Shed in their local area. Funding of up to $10,000 is also available to established Men's Sheds to assist with the costs of time-limited projects that support their goals of connecting older men with each other and with their communities.

Free webinar for Seniors Active Living Centres and OACAO Members staff, volunteers and older adults