Trusted PartneRS
CMS builds trusted partnerships to strengthen the support we offer our members. We collaborate with proven professionals and organizations that share our values of integrity, transparency, and compassionate service.
Before formalizing any collaboration, we review each prospective partner to ensure their qualifications and practices align with CMS standards. Partnerships are confirmed through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that clearly outlines shared objectives, responsibilities, and member benefits.
These relationships help CMS connect members with reputable, fairly priced services—supporting our mission to provide accessible, affordable, and respectful end-of-life planning resources for all Albertans.
Before formalizing any collaboration, we review each prospective partner to ensure their qualifications and practices align with CMS standards. Partnerships are confirmed through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that clearly outlines shared objectives, responsibilities, and member benefits.
These relationships help CMS connect members with reputable, fairly priced services—supporting our mission to provide accessible, affordable, and respectful end-of-life planning resources for all Albertans.
Seniors Resource Council of Alberta (SRCA) |
SSPI (Seniors Service Providers Interagency) |
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The Seniors Resource Council of Alberta (SRCA) is a non-profit organization offering senior friendly products and services dedicated to improving the quality of life for seniors in Alberta. The Council oversees an elite group of highly credible businesses and Not-For-Profit organizations, which focus on offering products and services for seniors and their families. One of the Seniors Resource Council of Alberta’s primary initiatives is to act as a resource to keep seniors informed of services that contribute to their well-being and independence.
The Cooperative Memorial Society is a participating member of the Seniors Resource Council of Alberta (SRCA), and we’re proud to be connected to a province-wide network focused on supporting older adults. Through SRCA, we stay informed about emerging issues, practical resources, and best practices that affect seniors and their families—especially around planning, decision-making, and navigating services. This relationship strengthens our ability to provide clear, trustworthy education and to connect members with reputable supports beyond our own programs. For CMS members, the value is simple: better information, stronger community connections, and an added layer of confidence that the guidance you receive is informed by collaboration with respected seniors-serving organizations. Website |
The Cooperative Memorial Society is an active participant in the Seniors Service Providers Interagency (SSPI)—a network of organizations serving seniors across the Red Deer region. SSPI creates a practical space where local agencies coordinate efforts, share what’s working, and strengthen community supports for older adults, with an age-friendly lens and the voices of seniors at the centre.
For CMS members (and the broader community), our involvement helps us build stronger local connections and clearer referral pathways—so seniors and families can more easily find reliable information and supports. It also allows CMS to collaborate on community education and align with local events and outreach opportunities. Just as importantly, being at SSPI tables is a meaningful way for CMS to get the word out to potential members, raise awareness of affordable planning and funeral options, and further our mandate through trusted relationships with organizations already supporting seniors day to day. |
Legal Services
Donna Gee – Paramount Law Group
Founder and Managing Partner of Paramount Law Group, Donna Gee leads a full-service, community-based law firm with a strong focus on Family Law, Elder Law, and Wills & Estates. Donna and her team have been dedicated advocates for the Cooperative Memorial Society and its members, offering compassionate, knowledgeable legal support.
At Paramount Law Group, every client is treated as an individual. Their diverse, multicultural team is committed to delivering personalized legal services with care, clarity, and respect. From your first consultation to the resolution of your case, they offer clear communication, practical advice, and a deep understanding of your unique needs.
Founder and Managing Partner of Paramount Law Group, Donna Gee leads a full-service, community-based law firm with a strong focus on Family Law, Elder Law, and Wills & Estates. Donna and her team have been dedicated advocates for the Cooperative Memorial Society and its members, offering compassionate, knowledgeable legal support.
At Paramount Law Group, every client is treated as an individual. Their diverse, multicultural team is committed to delivering personalized legal services with care, clarity, and respect. From your first consultation to the resolution of your case, they offer clear communication, practical advice, and a deep understanding of your unique needs.
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Website: https://paramountlawllp.ca Phone: (403) 457-7778
Location: Calgary and Area Services: Family Law · Elder Law · Wills & Estates · More |
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End-of-Life Support & Death Doula Services
Laura Silver – Certified Death Doula
Based in Calgary, Alberta, Laura Silver is a Certified Death Doula with over 15 years of healthcare experience. She is deeply committed to helping individuals and their families navigate the final stages of life with dignity, comfort, and care. A leader in hospice initiatives, Laura is a strong advocate for accessible end-of-life support in all communities. Laura was a featured speaker at the Cooperative Memorial Society’s 2024 AGM, where she shared her knowledge and compassion with members.
A death doula provides non-medical, emotional, and practical support during the end-of-life journey. You might consider working with a death doula:
Based in Calgary, Alberta, Laura Silver is a Certified Death Doula with over 15 years of healthcare experience. She is deeply committed to helping individuals and their families navigate the final stages of life with dignity, comfort, and care. A leader in hospice initiatives, Laura is a strong advocate for accessible end-of-life support in all communities. Laura was a featured speaker at the Cooperative Memorial Society’s 2024 AGM, where she shared her knowledge and compassion with members.
A death doula provides non-medical, emotional, and practical support during the end-of-life journey. You might consider working with a death doula:
- After a terminal diagnosis
- During palliative or hospice care
- When planning ahead for end-of-life
- If family members are overwhelmed or unavailable
- To create legacy projects or meaningful rituals
- Death doulas offer comfort, clarity, and peace of mind—supporting both individuals and their loved ones through life’s final transition.
Personal Assistants: Compassionate, Practical Support for Everyday Life
When life feels overwhelming or responsibilities start to pile up, a personal assistant can be a helpful support for CMS members and their families. These professionals provide practical, caring assistance for seniors, people with health or mobility challenges, and anyone who could use an extra hand—so you don’t have to manage everything alone.
Personal assistants can tailor support to your needs, whether that’s running errands, getting to appointments, setting up or troubleshooting technology, or helping with decluttering, downsizing, and home organization. They’re also a great resource when family members live in different cities—or when everyone is juggling busy lives—because they can provide reliable, on-the-ground help and updates when you can’t be there in person.
Personal assistants can tailor support to your needs, whether that’s running errands, getting to appointments, setting up or troubleshooting technology, or helping with decluttering, downsizing, and home organization. They’re also a great resource when family members live in different cities—or when everyone is juggling busy lives—because they can provide reliable, on-the-ground help and updates when you can’t be there in person.
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Tanya Normandeau - Proactive Personal Assistants, Founder
[email protected] 403-978-9346 Website: www.proactivepa.ca |
Navigating daily tasks can become challenging with age. I offer assistance with things like:
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