When the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Co-operatives created the Co-op Incubator Program in 2024, a group of residents from Pouch Cove got on board with a specific idea in mind; to create a co-operative that would support area seniors to age well at home, overcome loneliness and isolation and build a sense of community.
Now, almost a year later the Killick Coast North Seniors Co-operative is welcoming the public and members to a variety of social programs, exercise opportunities and offering services such as home repairs, transportation, pet care, friendly visits and computer support.
From the Co-op’s Value Statement:” We strive to change the paradigm of aging, through a jointly-owned and democratically-controlled social enterprise valuing self-help, self-responsibility, democracy, equality, equity and solidarity.”
In this episode we speak with some of the founders of this very special community service co-op. Have a listen.
