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DEC South Granville Seniors Centre Connecting Adults 55+ to Your Community 1420 W12th Avenue | 604.732.0812 southgranvilleseniors.ca Connecting Adults 55+ to the Community PANCAKE BREAKFAST & TREE TRIMMING December 5th END-OF-YEAR DANCE PARTY December 14th GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING December 16th CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON December 20th HOLIDAY POTLUCK December 22nd (See p. 7 & 8 for more details!)

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South Granville Seniors Centre Connecting Adults 55+ to Your Community 1420 W12th Avenue | 604.732.0812 southgranvilleseniors.ca

Connecting Adults 55+ to the Community

PANCAKE BREAKFAST & TREE TRIMMING December 5th

END-OF-YEAR DANCE PARTY December 14th

GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING December 16th

CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON December 20th

HOLIDAY POTLUCK December 22nd

(See p. 7 & 8 for more details!)

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A Very Big Thank You

South Granville Seniors Friendship Centre 1420 West 12th Avenue | Vancouver, BC, V6H 1M8 T. 604.732.0812 | www.southgranvilleseniors.ca

Open 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday

Annual Membership Fee: $20

Our Mission We work together with adults 55+ to support their well-being in ways

that promote friendship, diversity, and individual worth.

Staff

Executive Director Clemencia Gomez

[email protected]

Program & Volunteer Coordinator

Alex Korotchenko [email protected]

Office Administrator and Program Assistant

Tania Ehret [email protected]

Spanish Seniors Coordinator Maria Jose Torrejon

[email protected]

Editorial Information

Our Times is published monthly and is available at South Granville

Seniors Centre and throughout the Fairview district.

Mailings of Our Times are available at a cost of $12 per year. Please pay at reception or send cheques (payable to South Granville Seniors Centre, see mailing address above).

For current advertising rates or to make a submission to Our Times

contact Tania at [email protected] or

604-732-0812.

Board of Directors

President: Dolores O’Leary-Shafik

Treasurer: Martin Ma

Business Secretary: Linda Darbey

Directors-at-large: Miriam Maurer Les Blond

Carlos Gamba Sharon Esson Vivian Lunny

“We acknowledge the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia”

To our community partners and donors for their support. SGSC is funded through generous grants and private donations.

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ClemenciaClemenciaClemenciaClemencia

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our good friends Doug Estergaard and Colleen Goodrich. Colleen was a former Executive Director here at the Centre, and Doug served on our Board as Vice President as well as a Member at Large. Doug and Colleen were known for their keen interest in doing their very best for seniors. Both were a vital part of our community, and we will not forget them.

On behalf of the Members of the Board of Directors,

Dolores O'Leary Shafik, President

LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

A NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD

Happy Holidays everybody!

Our Holly Bazaar was once again a successful community building event. I’d like to thank all the volunteers who worked tirelessly to sort and price the Bazaar goods for months in advance, to bake for our bake sale, to set up on Friday, and to sell items, make lunch, and serve over 300 people on Saturday. I also wish to thank all those who donated freely to us and the hundreds of people who came to buy and thus supported us on the day of the Bazaar!

Please help us to decorate our Christmas tree by contributing to our Holiday Giving Tree Campaign! With your donation, you will receive a star to place on our Christmas tree in your name or in the name of someone you love.

The draw for our Christmas Raffle will take place at the Christmas Luncheon (Tuesday, December 20th), our traditional holiday celebration. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your friends and community. There will be plenty of tasty food and good entertainment.

As always, we thank you for your contributions to the Centre! The money we raise this holiday season is much needed to help us keep all of our programs and events affordable and to help seniors stay connected, healthy, independent and free from isolation.

With love,

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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

News & Announcements

NOT A MEMBER? JOIN US TODAY!

Your $20/year membership gives you access to all services at the South Granville Seniors Centre, discounts on programs (including our hot lunch, hair care, and massage), as well as special events.

Renew you membership or join today!

HOLIDAY GIVING TREE CAMPAIGN

Our non-profit seniors centre has supported healthy and independent lifestyles for seniors in the South Granville and Fairview area for over 34 years. We wouldn’t be able to do it without your

help!

Please consider making a donation to our Holiday Giving Tree Campaign. For each donation, you’ll receive a star to put on our tree—in your name or in honour of a loved one. All proceeds from this year’s

campaign will go towards keeping our programs and services affordable to all. Help us fill our Christmas tree with stars and keep our doors open for many years to come! For more information, call

604.732.0812 or see the back page.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

The South Granville Seniors Centre and Marnie Perrin (Project Lead) would like to thank the following sponsors for supporting the Seniors

Create Project:

HOLIDAY CLOSURE

Another year is coming to a close at SGSC! Please note that the Centre will close on Friday, December 23rd and reopen on Tuesday, January 3rd. For a schedule of class end dates in December and start dates in

January, please see pages 12-17.

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Esmerilda A. Mary A. Pat B. Albert B. Mona B. Deborah B. Emerito C. Lewis D. Robert D.

Peter E. Sharen E. Jacinta E. Sharon E. Ruth E. Kathleen F. Franco F. Maureen G. Lynn G.

Veena G. Kathleen H. Shirlie K. Glory K. Barbara K. John L. Lena M. Alan M. Meena N.

Lois N. Sylvia P. Luis P. Judy R. Tam R. Esther S. Frances S. Graham S. Patricia S.

Carole S. Barbara T. Shams T. Michele T. Michele V. Ruth V. Anne W. Alice Z. Mohammed Z.

HAPPY DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS!

We would especially like to thank our amazing pricing team: Alice, Barbara, Colin, Diane, Dolores, Elizabeth, Heather, Irene, Jeannie, Kim, Marcia, Marty, Mary, Mairy, Maureen, Patricia, Raymonde, Sue F., and

Sue H.

Our bakers and jam-makers: Celestina, Chris, Holly, Louise, Katherine, Peggy, and Sonia

The Mustard Seeds: Irene, Mona, Oriender, Rebab, Rose, and Sharon

And our hard-working special event volunteers: The students of JAN-Link and JP Canada, interns Grace, Simone, Thais, and Victor, and

volunteers Adriana, Barbara, Dan, Eda, Frida, Hartman, Harumi, Joan, Jessy, John, Judy, Gavin, Grandma Mae, Lily, Linda, Maria Jose,

Margaret, Maura, Miriam, Nabil, Paz, Rae, Sarah, Sharon, Sonya, Steve, Susan H., Susan S., Tracey, Veena, and Zuza

THANK YOU! We would like to extend our profound gratitude to our dedicated team of

volunteers and to everyone who donated their treasures to the Bazaar. Thanks to you, this year’s Holly Bazaar was once again a

resounding success!

NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Dec 2016 | page 5

Check out our website southgranvilleseniors.ca for updates and announcements! Or connect with us and share pictures, stories, videos, and events on Facebook and Twitter (@sgseniors)!

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FRIDAY AFTERNOONS

Fri Dec

02

Fri Dec

09

Fri Dec

16 Fri Dec

23

Popcorn and a Movie: White Christmas 1:00-3:00pm, FREE

Get into the holiday spirit with an afternoon screening of White Christmas (1954), an American romantic musical comedy starring Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney.

Popcorn and warm apple cider will be served.

Storytelling Workshop 1:00-2:30, FREE Everyone has a story to tell! In this free storytelling workshop, we will share stories and reflections about our lives in a safe, encouraging environment.

No registration is required. All are welcome.

Gingerbread House Decorating Party 1:00-2:30, Pay What You Can

Join us for an afternoon of gingerbread house decorating, hot chocolate, and plenty of Christmas spirit!

Please register in advance. All materials provided.

CENTRE CLOSED (HOLIDAY CLOSURE)

SPECIAL EVENTS

Thu Dec

01

Mon Dec

05

City of Vancouver Presentation 12:30-1:30, FREE The City of Vancouver is making changes to the 10th Avenue Corridor and wants to hear your feedback! Help shape the design of the 10th Avenue Health Precinct between Oak and Cambie Streets by attending this informational presentation.

No registration is required.

Pancake Breakfast and Tree Trimming 11:00am-1:00pm, $3 Help us decorate our Christmas tree and enjoy a tasty pancake breakfast in good company! Members and non-members alike are welcome to attend this festive event.

No registration is required.

Friday Afternoons | Special Events

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Special Events | Wellness Clinics

Drop-in Mobile Denture Clinic 11:00am-1:00pm, FREE Do you have questions about dentures or dental care? Kashmir Singh of Brite Smile Dentures is here to help you keep your smile bright and healthy.

DECEMBER WELLNESS CLINICS

Wed Dec

07

End of Year Multicultural Dance Party 3:00-4:30pm, Pay What You Can Join us as we wrap up a fantastic fall term and cha cha, salsa, and merengue our way into the new year with live music, an introductory dance lesson, and refreshments!

No Registration is required. All are welcome!

Christmas Luncheon 12:00-2:30pm, $10 members | $12 non-members Celebrate the season with good friends, a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings, a live choral performance, a sing-along, and more at our annual Christmas Luncheon.

Please purchase your tickets in advance at Reception.

Holiday Potluck 12:00-1:30pm, FREE Join us for a festive gathering before we close for the holidays. We’ll be celebrating Clemencia’s 10 years at the Centre and Annette, who has been our volunteer hairdresser for 17 years.

Sign up with the dish you’ll be bringing at Reception.

Joy to the World! Christmas Concert 3:00-4:00pm, $5 Enjoy a traditional Christmas performance by JUNO Award-nominated vocal ensemble Musica Intima. These discounted tickets are available to SGSC members courtesy of WESTSIDE Tom Gradecak Realty.

Please purchase your tickets in advance at Reception. A limited number of tickets is available. Please note that the performance will take place at St. Philips Anglican Church (3737 27th Ave).

Attendees are responsible for their own transportation.

Wed Dec

14

Tue Dec

20

Thu Dec

22

Sat Dec

17

SPECIAL EVENTS

Please note that Wellness Clinic and “Ask an RN” will resume in January 2017.

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Lunch Menu

December Hot Lunches @ Noon

TUESDAY Cook: Dea

Cost: $7 members $7.50 non-members

THURSDAY Cook: Dez

Cost: $7 members $7.50 non-members

FRIDAY Cook: Rebab

Cost: $6 members $6.50 non-members

Dec 1 Vegetable Soup Sautéed Squid with Bell Peppers Steam Rice Lemon Cake

Dec 2 Soup and Sandwich

Dec 6 Spinach Salad Turkey Dinner Casserole Fruit Crisp with Ice Cream

Dec 8 Menu To Be Announced

Dec 9 Soup and Sandwich

Dec 13 Cole Slaw Beef Stew w/ Biscuits Spanish Cream

Dec 15 Spinach Salad Bacon Mac n’ Cheese Tapioca Pudding

Dec 16 Soup and Sandwich

Dec 20 Christmas Luncheon (Please see p. 8)

Dec 22 Holiday Potluck (Please see p. 8)

Dec 23 CENTRE CLOSED

PLEASE NOTE: Space is limited! Please reserve your spot at least one day in advance. A waitlist is available when spaces are filled. Please note that menu substitutions are sometimes necessary. Vegetarian options are

denoted with a “V”.

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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CENTRE WILL BE CLOSED FROM FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2016 UNTIL TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2017.

HOT LUNCHES RESUME TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2017.

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DECEMBER CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

5 Stretch & Strength Mah Jong Massage Brain Health Pancake Breakfast/Tree Trimming

6

Yoga Info and Referrals Bingo Musical Appreciation: Mikado Hot Lunch

7 Tai Chi OsteoFit Mustard Seeds Language Exchange Multicultural Dance Denture Clinic Spanish Seniors

12

Stretch & Strength Mah Jong Massage Brain Health

13

Yoga Info and Referrals Bingo Hot Lunch Hand and Foot Care

14 Tai Chi Mustard Seeds Language Exchange End of Year Multicultural Dance Party Spanish Seniors

19 Stretch & Strength Mah Jong

20 Info and Referrals Bingo Opera Appreciation: Die Fledermaus Christmas Luncheon

21 Mustard Seeds Language Exchange Almuerzo de Navidad

26

27

28

Calendar

CENTRE CLOSED—HAPPY

WE WILL REOPEN ON TUESDAY

THURSDAY FRIDAY

1 Hair Care French Conversation Intro to Spanish City of Vancouver Presentation Hot Lunch Legal Clinic

2 Walking Club Spontaneous Art Singing Group Popcorn and a Movie: White Christmas

8 Hair Care French Conversation Intro to Spanish Denture Clinic Hot Lunch

9 Walking Club Spontaneous Art Singing Group Computer Lessons Storytelling Workshop

15

Hair Care French Conversation Intro to Spanish Legal Clinic Hot Lunch

16 Walking Club Spontaneous Art Singing Group Computer Lessons Gingerbread House Decorating

22 Hair Care French Conversation Computer Lessons Book Club Holiday Potluck

23

CENTRE CLOSED

29 30

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WANT TO KNOW

MORE? SEE

DETAILED CLASS

DESCRIPTIONS

ON THE

FOLLOWING

PAGES!

Exercise: Pages

12-13

Social &

Educational: Pages

14-15

Music Programs:

Page 15

Self-Care:

Page 16

Information &

Referral:

Pages 16-17

Y HOLIDAYS!

AY, JANUARY 3RD

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Programs

FALL PROGRAMS

See the calendar-at-a-glance, pages 11-12 for this month’s schedule.

Tai Chi Learn this ancient Chinese mar�al art form that uses slow, deliberate standing movements, medita�on and deep breathing to enhance your physical and mental well-being. Described as “medita�on in mo�on”, this prac�ce improves flexibility, joint strength, circula�on, and balance. Prac�cing Tai Chi also increases mental focus and awareness, helping you to achieve a sense of inner peace and tranquility.

Wed (ongoing) Intermediate: 9:30-10:15am Beginner: 10:20-10:50am Drop-in $6/class for an Intermediate Class or $4/class for a Beginner Class.

Dec end date: Dec 14th Jan start date: TBA. Please check with Recep�on in January.

PROGRAM CHANGES

Holiday Closure: Please note that the Centre will close on

Friday, December 23rd and reopen on Tuesday, January 3rd. Please

see p. 12-17 for program end dates in December and start dates in

January.

EXERCISE

Gentle Yoga A yoga prac�ce adapted for beginners as well as those interested in a more gentle approach. Using a combina�on of chair yoga, yoga postures, and gentle breathing prac�ces, you will learn how to use yoga prac�ce to help you deal with stress, become more relaxed, gain awareness, and keep your body moving with ease. Modifica�ons are available for those with restric�ons due to health or injury.

Tues Sept 13– Dec 13 10:45am—12pm $84/14 weeks, or drop-in $7/class Pre-registra0on now open for the Winter Term.

Dec end date: Dec 13th Jan start date: Jan 10th

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Stretch and Strength This class focuses on gentle stretches that help with relaxa�on, relieving tension, and maintaining your range of mo�on. It also features gentle strength exercises that target the upper and lower body to increase strength and overall fitness.

Mon Sept 12—Dec 19 10:30-11:30am $70/14 weeks or drop-in $6/class

Dec end date: Dec 19th Jan start date: Jan 9th

Walking Club Let’s walk together to get fit! Walking is a great cardiovascular exercise that works your en�re body. Walking can reduce the risk of hip fractures, stroke, and heart disease, and protect the brain against memory loss. Our walking club offers various 1-hour walks in the neighbourhood for individuals of all skill levels, followed by a coffee social.

Fri (ongoing), 10am-12pm Free! Nordic poles available for interested par0cipants.

Dec end date: Dec 16th Jan start date: Jan 6th

Osteo-Arthri�s Fit Taught by an accredited instructor, this class is a BC Women’s Hospital cer�fied exercise educa�on and falls preven�on program for individuals with osteoporosis, low bone density or who are at risk of fractures. It provides safe and gentle exercises to improve your strength, balance, and coordina�on to reduce your risk of falls and increase your confidence and independence.

Weds (ongoing) 11am-12pm Drop-in $6/class

Dec end date: Dec 7th Jan start date: Jan 18th

Mul�cultural Dance Learn a variety of tradi�onal dances from different cultures in a safe, welcoming environment! The class will touch on basic movement, improvisa�on, and self expression. This fun, low-impact class is open to individuals of all abili�es and skill levels.

Weds (ongoing), 3-4pm Drop-in $1/class

This program is supported by Vancouver Coastal Health’s Healthy Living Community Grant

Dec end date: Dec 14th Join us for an End-of-Year Dance Party on December 14th! (see p. 8) Jan start date: Jan 4th

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Programs

EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE

SOCIAL & EDUCATIONAL

Mustard Seeds Kni ng Group Join this friendly group to knit, share conversa�on and have tea. Kni4ng sold for Centre fundraising.

Weds (ongoing), 1-3pm Free

Dec end date: Dec 21st Jan start date: Jan 4th

Book Club Join us for a discussion of this month’s book selec�on. New members are welcome!

Last Thu (monthly), 1-2pm Dec date: Dec 22, $2 drop-in

Spontaneous Art Studio Share in the relaxing and healing experience of spontaneous art making. A wide variety of materials are supplied. Tea service is included.

Fri (ongoing), 10am-12pm $6 drop-in

Dec end date: Dec 16th Jan start date: Jan 6th

Bingo Try your luck at Bingo and enjoy an a8ernoon tea with this jovial and friendly group. Tues (ongoing), 1-3pm $3 drop-in Tea service provided

Dec end date: Dec 20th Jan start date: Jan 3rd

Introduc�on to Spanish

This class provides a posi�ve and

suppor�ve environment to learn

prac�cal Spanish language skills,

preparing you for everyday

interac�ons and providing a strong

founda�on for con�nued studies

in Spanish.

Thu (ongoing), 10:30-11:30am

$5/class; Registra0on required Dec end date: Dec 15th Jan start date: Jan 5th

French Conversa�on Group Would you like an opportunity to prac�ce your French? Meet up with others who are also interested in the French language, culture, and literature! All levels of proficiency are welcome.

Thu (ongoing), 11am-12pm $2 drop-in Dec end date: Dec 22nd Jan start date: Jan 5th

Language Exchange Café

Are you a Spanish or an English

speaker? Our Language Exchange

Café is a space for mutual language exchange between

English-Spanish speaker partners.

A typical session will have the pair

talk for half an hour in Spanish and

then for half an hour in English. All

language levels welcome!

Weds (ongoing), 2-3pm $2 drop-in Dec end date: Dec 21st Jan start date: Jan 4th

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SOCIAL & EDUCATIONAL

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SGSC Amaryllis Singing Group An informal choir meets each Monday to sing jazz, musical, and classical favorites. No training necessary, all are welcome!

Fri (ongoing), 11am-12pm $1 drop-in Dec end date: Dec 16th Jan start date: Jan 13th

One-Hour Individual Computer &

Tech Lessons

Receive one-on-one instruc�on at

your own pace. These classes will

take you from learning how to turn

on the computer to exploring the

world through the internet,

keeping in touch with loved ones

through Facebook and so much

more! Want to learn more about

your own gadget? You can also sign

up for instruc�on on how to use

your cellphone, laptop, iPad, etc.

Thu: 2-4pm | Fri: 10am-12pm No sessions Dec 1, 2, 8, 15 $8/1 hour session, Registra0on required

Dec end date: Dec 16th Jan start date: Jan 5th

Perk Ac�vi�es for Brain Health Perk Ac�vi�es is a weekly program that uses imagina�on, concentra�on, memory, and theatre games to improve brain health and mental focus in a fun, social atmosphere.

Mon (ongoing), 3-4pm $5 drop-in Dec end date: Dec 12th Jan start date: Jan 10th

Mahjong Drop in to play Mahjong! Players from advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels are welcome!

Mon (ongoing), 12:30-3:30pm $2 drop-in

Dec end date: Dec 19th Jan start date: Jan 9th

MUSIC

Musical & Opera Apprecia�on Join us on select Tuesdays each month to watch a popular musical or a world-famous opera.

This Month’s Musical: Thurs Dec 6 — Mikado This Month’s Opera: Thurs Dec 20—Die Fledermaus

1-3pm; $1 drop-in

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Massage Therapy (ages 45+) Get a relaxing and therapeu�c massage from students of West Coast College of Massage Therapy in their final prac�cum. This service receives rave reviews and has helped many clients relieve their pain, tension and stress.

Mon (ongoing), 1:15pm-5pm (45 min appts.) $25 members, $30 non-members Registra0on required

Dec end date: Dec 12th Jan start date: TBA

(Cont’d) Please call to find out if you meet the requirements.

Dec dates: Thu Dec 1 & 15 2-4pm (1/2 hr appts.) Free, registra0on required

Programs

Legal Clinics with Access Pro-Bono Access Pro Bono strives to increase access to jus�ce for individuals of limited means throughout BC. This service provides up to a half-hour of free legal advice from licensed volunteer lawyers (addi�onal appointments may be made). This service is for low-income individuals of any age. (Cont’d)…

Gentle Hand & Foot Care Cer�fied aesthe�cian Sofia is here to pamper your hands or feet!

Dec date: Tues, Dec 13 9:30am-1:30pm (½hr appts.) $22 members, $26 non-members Registra0on required

Hair Care Have your hair cut and styled by our friendly hairdresser AnneFe. Please wash your hair beforehand.

Thu (ongoing), 10-12 (½hr appts.) $12 members, $15 non-members + gratuity, Registra0on required

Dec end date: Dec 22nd Jan start date: Jan 5th

INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES

SELF-CARE

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Representa�on Agreements –

Planning for the Future and End-

of-Life Care

Are you prepared for end-of-life?

For incapacity? For your future?

Learn the steps needed to plan

your future from a volunteer

trained by Nidus Personal Planning

Resource Centre (hFp://

www.nidus.ca).

A Will is not enough. There are

other legal documents that are

needed to cover your health care

wishes and financial affairs in case

you are incapacitated due to

illness or accident.

Fri (ongoing), 1-3:30pm

(1/2 hr appts.)

No sessions in December

Pre-registra0on is available for

January at Recep0on

Free, Registra0on required

Peer Informa�on and Referral

Services

Are you a Vancouver senior (aged

55+), caregiver, or family member

in need of help? Our trained

Informa�on and Referral

volunteers can provide you with

informa�on about government

programs and subsidies (Canada

Pension Plan, Old Age Security,

Guaranteed Income Supplement),

(Cont’d)...

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INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES

(Cont’d) …Disability Pension,

Medical Services Plan, Compass

and the BC Bus Pass, HandyDART,

Housing subsidies for low-income

renters, Power of AForney and

Wills, and iden�fying elder abuse

and neglect. Volunteers can also

help with comple�ng forms for

government services and

subsidies and with referrals to

health care and advocacy

professionals.

Peer Informa0on and Referral

Services are available:

In English: Tues, 10am-12pm

In Spanish: Weds, 9:30am-12pm

(1 hour appts.)

Free, Registra0on required

Dec end date: Dec 20th (English)/21st (Spanish) Jan start date: Jan 3rd/4th

This service is open to SGSC

members and non-members alike.

Please note that we do not

provide counselling or advocacy.

Weekly Call List

Would you like someone to

check-up on you? Receive a call

once a week from a trained

volunteer. Please call 604-732-

0812 to be added to the weekly

call list. We now offer Skype calls

in addi�on to phone calls!

Why? For peace of mind and

because we care.

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• Studio suites with

balconies and

amazing views

• Three meals daily,

prepared by our

Red Seal Chef

• Housekeeping

Services

• Social Activities

• All in the heart of

South Granville

1450 West 12th Ave.,

Vancouver BC , V6H 1M9 (Right next door to South Granville Seniors Centre)

Call (604) 732-4424 to book a tour

www.chalmerslodge.ca

Meeting your needs within your means

Chalmers Lodge

Assisted Living For Seniors

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Valor/Cost

Almuerzo/Lunch: $7

Membresia/Membership: $20/año

Para mayor información Comunicarse con María José

Torrejón 604.732.0812 [email protected]

Ac�vidades de Diciembre

Taller el Arte que Llevo Dentro

7 de diciembre, 2-3:30 pm

Ven a compar�r y disfrutar un espacio

crea�vo para la mente, el alma y el

cuerpo. Facilitado por Maria Cabone4,

Terapista de Artes Expresivas y

profesora del Programa de Español de

UBC.

Ac�vidades Perk en Español

14 de diciembre, 2-3 pm

Este programa te ayudará a mantener la

mente ac�va y saludable, mientras

disfrutas de ac�vidades en grupo. Usarás

tu imaginación, memoria, concentracion,

e interacción social.

Almuerzo de Navidad en Club Portugués

21 de diciembre, 12:30 pm

Nos reuniremos en el Club Portugués,

1144 Commercial Drive. $5 miembros

SGSC que par�cipan en el grupo la�no.

PROGRAMA PARA PERSONAS MAYORES

DE HABLA HISPANA

Encuéntrate con personas de

habla hispana de 55+ años.

Ofrecemos sesiones en español

que incluyen oportunidades de

socialización, empoderamiento,

recreación y aprendizaje. Disfruta

de un almuerzo de 3 platos y

nuestras clases regulares (inglés,

tecnología y computación, yoga),

así como ac�vidades en la tarde

que varían cada mes (talleres,

presentaciones de música y baile,

juegos). Hispano hablantes y no

hispano hablantes son

bienvenidos a par�cipar.

10-12 hr Tutoría en tecnología y computación

11-12 hr Clases de inglés—intermedio

12:15-13 hr Yoga suave

13-14 hr Almuerzo

14-17 hr Juegos, talleres, música

14-15 hr Café de intercam-bio de idioma

15-16 hr Danza Mul�cultural

9:30-12 hr Información y ayuda en Español

10-12 hr Clases de inglés—nivel básico

Horario/Schedule Miércoles de 9:30am-4pm

Programs

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