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   What is the seniors' activity centre?

   • The Seniors’ Activity Centre is home to a wide range of programs, services, and amenities geared toward 55+ adults—from the Garden Side Café and SACS on 21st shop, to rehabilitation, fitness, arts, learning, computer programs, and much more, this vibrant facility has it all.

   Seniors' Activity Centre | District of West Vancouver

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   What is a seniors Active Living Centre?

   • Seniors Active Living Centre programs offer social, cultural, learning and recreational programs for older adults that promote health, well-being and social connections. Many programs are running activities online and over the phone to keep seniors engaged in their communities and reduce feelings of social isolation.

   Find a Seniors Active Living Centre program near you

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   What is a senior center?

   • “We saw senior centers come about through the Older Americans Act (OAA) [of 1965], and it was really the government saying, ‘We know older adults need support and resources,” says Lakelyn Eichenberger, Ph.D, gerontologist and caregiver advocate at Home Instead, an organization based in Omaha, NE that helps older adults age in place.

   What Are Senior Centers And Why Are They Important? - Forbes

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   Why should older adults join a senior center?

   • They help older adults who need connection to social programs, meal assistance, help finding a job and/or opportunities to spend time with others. In fact, older adults who join their local senior center programs experience better psychological well-being than those who don’t, according to Dr. Eichenberger.

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   How many senior centers are there?

   • There are over 11,000 senior centers in the U.S., providing older adults opportunities to forge new friendships, nurture their physical and mental health, and plan for the future . Read on to discover who benefits from visiting senior centers regularly, the perks of joining a senior center and why these centers are so important.

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   How do I find a seniors Active Living Centre program near me?

   • Once you find a Seniors Active Living Centre program near you, call them or visit their website to search for specific information on seniors programming. Programs may include: Use the map to find a program near you by city, address or postal code. JavaScript must be enabled in your web browser for the map to function appropriately.

   Find a Seniors Active Living Centre program near you

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   Seniors Active Living Centres offer social, cultural, learning and recreational programs for seniors that promote health, well-being and social connections. Use the map to find a centre near you by city, address or postal code.

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   Apr 10, 2024 · Senior centers are facilities that connect members with resources and services they need, host activities and classes, and foster a sense of community among members.

4. www.webmd.com › what-to-know-about-senior-centersWhat Are Senior Centers? Benefits, Costs, and More - WebMD

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   Senior centers allow older adults to build community in an engaging setting. Learn more about senior centers, their benefits, and if they might be suitable for you or your loved...

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5. www.toronto.ca › community-people › childrenSeniors Recreation & Things to Do – City of Toronto

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   Find free and discounted community recreation programs for adults aged 60+. Residents living on a low income can apply for a recreation fee subsidy through the Welcome Policy recreation fee subsidy.

6. www.ontario.ca › document › guide-programs-andActive living | A guide to programs and services for seniors

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   • Community Activities
   • Sport and Recreation
   • Staying Healthy and Active
   • Travel
   • Volunteering
   • Recognizing Seniors’ Contributions
   • Services For Newcomers
   • For Francophone Seniors
   • For Indigenous Seniors
   • For Veterans

   There are many ways to learn about cultural, recreational and social activities in your community. You can begin by contacting your local: 1. community and seniors’ centres 2. service clubs (such as the YMCA, Rotary Club, Lion's Club or Royal Canadian Legion) 3. cultural centres 4. places of worship 5. parksand recreation department

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   There are many health benefits of being physically active, including improved fitness, strength and well-being. Regular exercise is an important part of healthy aging. Get tips about how you can increase your physical activity, maintain good health and improve your quality of life with the information below.

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   It is recommended that adults ages 65 or over get 150 minutes of physical activity per week. Learn more about: 1. physical activity tipsfor adults age 65 years and older 2. guidelinesyou can follow for physical activity 3. an 8-week walking program in the physical activity tool kit 4. staying active at any agewith ParticipACTION Staying mentally an...

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   Travelling in Ontario

   Many of Ontario’s tourist attractions offer discounted rates for seniors, while some offer programs with seniors in mind. Visit an Ontario Travel Information Centre to learn more about Ontario’s attractions and to customize an itinerary based on your interests. Destination Ontario 1. 1-800-ONTARIO (Toll-free: 1-800-668-2746)

   Travelling outside Ontario or Canada

   If you are temporarily away from Ontario or Canada, OHIP may cover all or a part of your health care costs. If you are travelling outside of Ontario but within Canada and pay for health services, submit an OHIP claim for reimbursement by filling out the Out of Province/Country Claims Submission form, treatment statement and proof of payment to the OHIPClaims Office within 12 months of the date you received service or treatment. If you are travelling outside of Canada, OHIP will pay a set rate...

   Retirement abroad

   The federal government offers information and tips, for people thinking about retiring in another countryeither on a seasonal or permanent basis. This includes information about tax laws, medical care and security. Enquiries Service - Global Affairs Canada 1. Toll-free: 1-800-267-8376

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   The Life Institute

   The Life Institute helps adults 50 plus pursue their passion for lifelong learning through a wide range of educational courses and activities offered through continuing education at Toronto Metropolitan University. There are a range of volunteer opportunitiesavailable, whether you are interested in teaching or becoming a class host, helping out with administrative work, event planning or working on a committee. 1. 647-370-6572ext.556989 2. info@thelifeinstitute.ca

   Ontario Trillium Foundation

   The Ontario Trillium Foundationinvests in projects to make a positive impact in communities across the province. The Foundation relies on volunteers’ local knowledge and expertise to provide transparent assessments of grant applications received from across Ontario. If you want to apply for a volunteer position or learn more about the current Grant Review Teams, email volunteersupport@otf.ca.

   Ontario Volunteer Centre Network

   This organizationhelps to bring volunteers and agencies together and acts as the provincial voice for volunteer centres in Ontario. 1. Toll-free: 1-866-693-3318 2. info@PINnetwork.ca

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   Congratulatory messages

   1. You can mark a special occasion by requesting a congratulatory message from: 1.1. His Majesty the Kingsends birthday greetings to Canadians who are 100 years of age or older and to couples who are celebrating an anniversary of 60 years or more. 1.2. The Governor Generalsends birthday greetings to Canadians who are 90 years of age or older and to couples who are celebrating an anniversary of 50 years or more. 2. Tel: 613-993-8164 3. anniversaries.anniversaires@gg.ca 4. The Lieutenant Govern...

   Awards honouring seniors

   The Honours and Awards Secretariat manages Ontario’s medal and recognition programs, as well as special commemorations and celebrations. Provincial awards honouring seniors include: 1. Senior Achievement Awardrecognizing Ontarians over the age of 65 who have made outstanding contributions in any field. 2. Senior of the Year Awardis given by a municipality in Ontario to an individual over the age of 65 who has enriched the social, cultural or civic life of the community.

   Annual events

   Don’t forget to mark these special dates in your calendar. 1. Seniors Month, celebrated every June in Ontario, is a time to recognize the many contributions seniors have made in communities across the province. 2. National Seniors Day, celebrated on October 1st, honours seniors who have helped build our country and continue to make valuable contributions to society. Celebrating Canada’s Seniors Act 3. International Day of Older Persons, also celebrated on October 1st, is a United Nations desi...

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   Ontario is home to the largest percentage of immigrant seniors in Canada. If you are an immigrant senior, there are many programs and services that may be offered in your local community.

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   The Fédération des aînés et des retraités francophones de l'Ontario

   FARFO is the voice for Francophones age 50+ in Ontario. It works to develop and coordinate supports for seniors and retirees, with a focus on health and long-term care, prevention of elder abuse, social housing and issues related to French-language services. FARFOalso offers a variety of online workshops and activities for older adults. 1. Toll-free: 1-800-819-3236 2. Contact form

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   Indigenous artists in communities and schools

   This program is part of the Ontario Arts Council’s Artists in Education Program. It helps Indigenous artists and Elders to work with individuals or groups of people from a community on collaborative activities that create a meaningful arts experience and transmit artistic skills and knowledge. Ontario Arts Council 1. Toll-free: 1-800-387-0058

   Creating, knowing and sharing

   Creating, knowing and sharing acknowledges the cultural sovereignty of Indigenous peoples and respects the concepts of First Nations, Inuit and Métis self-determination. This program supports Indigenous individuals, groups, Indigenous-led arts organizations and arts/cultural sector development organizations that foster a vital and resilient Indigenous arts ecosystem. Canada Council for the Arts 1. Toll-free: 1-800-263-5588 2. info@canadacouncil.ca

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   Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) Ontario Provincial Command

   The Ontario Command of the RCLhas over 400 branches throughout the province. Legions focus on remembering those who gave their lives for freedom and look after the needs of veterans, their dependents and those still serving in the Canadian Forces. 1. Toll-free: 1-888-207-0939 2. info@on.legion.ca

   Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario Command

   The Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario Command of the RCLcomprises approximately 130 branches, many of which are located in Northwestern Ontario. 1. Tel: 204-233-3405 2. mblegion@mbnwo.ca

   The Memory Project

   An ongoing initiative from Historica Canada, The Memory Projectchronicles Canada’s military participation from the First World War to the modern era. This national bilingual archive houses an unprecedented collection of oral interviews, digitized artefacts and memorabilia that tell our stories of service and sacrifice. If you would like to join the Veterans’ Speakers Bureau, the Institute will coordinate classroom visits for you to share your story with students at local schools. The Historic...

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   The Seniors’ Activity Centre is home to a wide range of programs, services, and amenities geared toward 55+ adults—from the Garden Side Café and SACS on 21st shop, to rehabilitation, fitness, arts, learning, computer programs, and much more, this vibrant facility has it all.

8. www.surrey.ca › newton-seniors-centreNewton Seniors Centre - City of Surrey

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   Newton Seniors Centre is a multipurpose facility with a dedicated Senior's lounge. It features a cafeteria, auditorium with stage, fitness and wellness areas, a computer lab, wifi, billiards room and a variety of registered and drop-in programs.