Seniors
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Check out the Westend Seniors Activity Centre here in Edmonton who are wanting to connect with the seniors in our community. With the covid numbers and the crazy weather we have had, we know that many seniors are not as socially or physically engaged as they used to be.
THEY ARE HOSTING FEE CLASSES TO TRY February 14 to February 18, 2022, we are showcasing a number of the in-person and online classes we host here at our centre: • 15 Different Fitness Classes • 8 Different Yoga Classes • Dance, Ceramics & Art Classes • 10 Different Online Classes FREE ZOOM TRAINING For those interested in trying a zoom class, we are providing 1 on 1 training to teach seniors how to use zoom, google, etc. so they can take classes and connect with others online. LINK TO INFORMATION Here is a link to our website where we have all the information. https://weseniors.ca/.../bring-a-friend-to-our-try-it.../ THE CLASSES AVAILABLE https://weseniors.ca/who-we-are/try-it-days/ RESOURCES FOR SENIORS On another note, I would like to make you aware that our centre does have both a registered Social Worker and a Home Help Support worker on staff. If you are aware of any older adults in your community that need assistance, please feel free to reach out to our centre. TOONIE TALKS Our centre host a number of free educational presentations on a wide variety of topics that are of interest for seniors and their families. These talks are open to the public and have a $2.00 drop in fee. Here is a link to some of the upcoming presentations https://weseniors.ca/whats_new_cat/toonie-talks/ Westend Seniors Centre Food Program Tired of cooking? Know someone who would benefit from healthy, affordable, nutritious meals? WSAC's weekly menu is now available! Check out this link for their weekly menu https://www.facebook.com/WESeniors/posts/3985903068155828 OPEN TO PUBLIC – This meal program is open to everyone. You do not have to be a WSAC member to place an order. FREE DELIVERY FOR SENIORS – available for seniors who do not drive OR who are unable to come to our centre MADE FRESH – Fresh meat and vegetables, fruit, etc are purchased the day before our kitchen staff prepares the meals. This is to ensure only the best ingredients go into every meal we prepare for you! EASY TO PREPARE – Meals are cooked and then frozen – you simply need to reheat. PICK UP AVAILABLE - Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 9629 176 Street NW ORDER ONLINE - Click on the link below to order! https://www.weseniors.ca/what-we-offer/meal-program/ CALL OUR CENTRE TO ORDER 780 483-1209 ext. 244 Spread the word to your neighbours about the food program at the Westend Seniors Activity Centre. They are a great organization so follow them on Facebook to inform the seniors in your community about programs they offer as well as useful information. https://www.facebook.com/WESeniors |
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WESTEND SENIORS ACTIVITY CENTRE
PROGRAMS
https://www.weseniors.ca/
With winter coming we are hoping to let you know about the West end Senior centre, the resources they have available and the different ways they can connect with Seniors.
For example:
PROGRAMS
https://www.weseniors.ca/
With winter coming we are hoping to let you know about the West end Senior centre, the resources they have available and the different ways they can connect with Seniors.
For example:
- They have live classes they are offering to people 55+ at there centre
- They have online classes they are providing via ZOOM
- They are providing 1 on 1 training to teach seniors how to use zoom, google, etc. so you can take classes and connect with others online
- They have recently revamped our website so that there is lots of fun reading, online activities, brain games and other resources to keep seniors engaged with positive activities while online.
- They also recently introduced a Meal Program designed to provide seniors with healthy, affordable meals and they even offer free delivery for those who cannot come to our centre to pick up their food orders.