Older Adults
Are you an Older Adult living in Oakville? Oakville Public Library offers a variety of programs, resources, and services to help you learn new skills, socialize and stay active in your community.
Library Card
With your library card, you can borrow books, movies and music, available in a variety of languages, and get access to many premium online resources. All of our branches offer public access computers with Internet access, Wi-Fi, printing, scanning and photocopying services.
Don’t have a Library Card? You can register for your card online or by visiting any of our branches.
In-Person Programs
Our adult programs inspire conversations, celebrate ideas and engage with our community. From book clubs to tech help, we hope you discover something new at the library and create lasting connections along the way. For a list of available programs we offer by type, location and topic, visit opl.ca/Programs+Events.
Accessible Services
The library is for everyone, especially those who have difficulties using or accessing what they’re looking for through typical means. OPL offers services to help residents of all abilities, including Delivery by Mail, Connection & Cognitive Care Kits, Magnus Cards, Reading aids and more. To learn more, visit our Accessible Services page.
Centre for Equitable Library Access
OPL can help customers with a print disability by providing access to books, newspapers and magazines in formats such as audio, digital text and braille through the Centre for Equitable Library Access. To learn more, visit a branch or use our AskUs service to speak to an OPL staff member.
Community Resources
Access Halton 311
A gateway to Halton Region's services including Public Health, Housing, Emergency Shelter, Waste Management, Low Income Assistance and Employment. Dial 311 or visit the website.
Central Registry
One-stop point of access of Ontario Health atHome in Mississauga Halton for Caregiver ReCharge, Supports for Daily Living, Oakville Senior Citizens Residence (OSCR) Short Stay Respite, Food Support Programs, Adult Day Programs. For more information, call 1-888-220-5055 (Mon-Fri 8 am-8 pm) or visit the website.
Connected Care Halton Ontario Health Team
Helps people to navigate health and social services available in Halton and enhance access to healthcare in the community. The phone line also serves as a central point for coordinating care. For more information, call 1-844-806-3093 (Mon-Fri 8am-8pm), or visit the website.
Connection in Action
Project focusing on adults 55+ who are at risk or currently experiencing social isolation. Connection Specialist works one-on-one with older adults by offering information and making referrals to support a sense of belonging. Also supports community through awareness-raising and capacity-building education called LITE (Loneliness, Isolation to Empowerment) education. For more information, call 1-866-844-0252 or visit the website.
Halton Seniors' Services Directory
An online directory of Community Information, Resources & Supports, serving Older Adults in Halton. Powered by Halton Information Providers, visit seniors.hipinfo.ca to start exploring.
Health 811
Free, secure and confidential service Ontarians can access by calling, chatting online or visiting the service's website 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Through the service, Ontarians can receive health advice from qualified health professionals, such as registered nurses, locate local health services and find trusted health information. For more information, call 8-1-1 or visit the website.
Information Oakville
A department of Oakville Public Library, Information Oakville provides residents of Oakville with up-to-date, quality information regarding supports and resources available to the community. For more information, call 905-815-5952 or visit our Information Oakville page
Ontario 211
Free community information and referrals to community, social, non-clinical health and related government services. Dial 211 or visit the website.
Ontario Caregiver Organization
Helpline for caregiver information, assessment and referral to connect people to community services. Information, resources and educational webinars for caregivers supporting family members, friends, and neighbours. For more information call 1-833-416-2273 or visit the website.
Town of Oakville Seniors Services
Seniors’ recreation and culture programs and facilities. For more information, visit website or view the current Seniors Newsletter.
Without Walls (WOW) phone-based programs
Free and interactive telephone-based initiative safely connects Adults 55+ with others, without having to leave the house. A series of 30 to 60 minute multi-person phone conversations covering various topics. See program guide for more information.