SUPPORT SERVICES “Keeping Connected” Presentations
*Note: Subject to change to a virtual setting, based on public health orders.
** All presentations can be accessed both in person and over zoom**
Decluttering Presentation
Tuesday, April 11th at 1 p.m.
Everyone has a little “junk” lying around. Ok, some of us have more than a little. Whether to prepare for a move or just simplifying your life decluttering is the first step. Regardless of how much stuff we have, we can all benefit from decluttering our lives and home.
Presenter: Brian McMillan is a local Realtor who specialises in helping seniors Downsize from their family homes to housing that is appropriate to Age In Place. You can learn more about him at Mysmallernest.com.
Cost: free
Register
Coffee Talk
Starting April 4th we will meet every 2nd Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.
This FREE drop-in program is available to everyone. Share jokes, stores, news articles, and many more. Coffee and tea will be provided.
Cost: FREE
Frauds and Scams
Tuesday, June 27th at 1:00 p.m.
How to stay safe, what to do, what to watch for and how to be more aware of those kinds of schemes. Please join us with the Winnipeg Police Service.
Presented by Winnipeg Police Service
Cost: free
Location: SJA55+ Centre 3-203 Duffield Street
RegisterBenefits of Volunteering
Did you know that volunteering is good for you? Volunteering can ward off loneliness, reduce stress and be physically good for you! Join us at the centre to talk about the many volunteer positions we have and why they are good for you and the centre!
Tuesday, March 28th at 1:00 p.m.
RegisterTuesday, May 23rd at 1:00 p.m.
RegisterPresenter: Naomi –Senior Resource Coordinator
Cost: free
Location: SJA55+ Centre 3-203 Duffield Street
Aging in Place
Tuesday, May 9th at 1:00 p.m.
We will explore where to age in place as well as adaptions you can make to your home so you can live independently for as long as possible. How to access government and private home care.
Presenter: Brian McMillan is a local Realtor who specialises in helping seniors Downsize from their family homes to housing that is appropriate to Age In Place. You can learn more about him at Mysmallernest.com
Cost: FREE
Location: SJA55+ Centre 3-203 Duffield Street
RegisterE.R.I.K Presentation
Session 1: Tuesday, April 25th at 1:00 p.m.
Session 2: Tuesday, June 6th at 1:00 p.m.
The E.R.I.K (Emergency Response Information Kit) is an excellent resource that has been supporting individuals in current and past years when it comes to informing emergency personnel and loved ones. This presentation will review what it is, why is exists and how you can use it most efficiently. Each participant will receive 1 E.R.I.K package. Suggested donation $2 for E.R.I.K package.
Presenter: Naomi Seniors – Resource Coordinator
Cost: FREE
Location: SJA55+ Centre 3-203 Duffield Street
RegisterDo you have a Health Care Directive?
Tuesday, March 14th from 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
(Lunch will be provided)
Do you have a health care directive? Does it clearly indicate how you want to be cared for in an emergency? What happens if something bad happens and you can’t speak for yourself? Do you know your rights when it comes to treatment at the hospital? These are important questions to consider. Join us for lunch and let’s talk about it. This presentation will be broken into 2 parts to allow a lunch break from 12-1pm.