Welcome to the"Barrhaven Seniors' Council" activities and more
613-440-3620
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Welcome to our 10th Anniversary year of offering activities and events to seniors.
There are several revisions and additions to the "Winter 2024 Newsletter" (attached) and "February Calendar of Events" (also attached).
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EXERCISE PROGRAM EXPANDED: Types of Exercises
· Chair;
· Stroke Recovery;
· Parkinson’s;
· Diabetes;
· C.O.P.D. (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Join any time as this is an ongoing program.
Please remember that every new participant should contact Grace at gkowalczyk@familyphysio.com or call her at 613-796-4729 for proper registration and to confirm times and days of the week.
Times: a variety of days and times are available during the week.
Classes are held using Zoom. Currently, there are no in person classes but may be added in the coming months.
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ADDITONAL SPECIAL PRESENTATION:A Special Presentation has been added to the March events. Assurance Home Care will be presenting options for seniors who wish to age in place at their home. They have very unique options that can be chosen indiviually or as a group - depending upon one's needs. Their service options provide great flexibility when addressing the specific needs of a senior, including: Companionship; Transportation & Errands; House Keeping; etc. Don't miss out on this presentation ! Given the anticipated turn out, there may be more than one session offered.
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Hope to see you at some of our events.
Don
Donald Winchester, President,
Barrhaven Seniors' Council,https://barrhavenseniors.com/
Charity #72092 5924 RR0001,Canada Not-For-Profit #1016879-3.613-440-3620
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ADVANCE NOTICE:We have arranged with our chef to have the last Catered Member Meal program continue for this winter on March 6th, 2024. If a sponsor comes forward, there may be additional dates in the spring.
10th ANNIVERSARY of YOUR GROUP: 2024 is also the10th anniversary since the first activity of this group. Watch for a special notice in the coming weeks about planned activities.
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December 8, 2023 Update
- on the Barrhaven_Downtown"
Barrhaven Civic Centre (davidhillbarrhaven.ca)
October 7, 2022
Announcement at the House of Commons by MP Chandra Arya confirming the new "Barrhaven Seniors' Center" as part of the Barrhaven Downtown project:
April 25, 2022 Announcement
"... The Government of Canada is investing more than $20.8 million in these projects through the Community, Culture, and Recreation Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The Government of Ontario is providing over $17.3 million, while recipients and partners are contributing over $13.8 million in total...."
Funding Announced for the New Barrhaven Downtown - Barrhaven BIA
Join older adults and seniors with similar interests from the community. These could be interests and skills from your work environment, or maybe a unique hobby.
Over 600 older adults 55+ in and around Barrhaven have joined our group list and we continue to expand.
It's sometimes difficult to find others in the community with similar interests. Expand you network of friends by taking part in som
Our volunteers offer a wide variety of: Programs; Social Activities; Outings and Special Events - plus provide links to other services available in the community.
Group activities are designed to provide a welcoming atmosphere - . in a relaxed setting.
Want to see new sights? Join us on one of our full day bus tours out of the city. We use highway coaches with a professional tour guide and driver.
Like to explore different part of the city? Join the seasonal "Out and About" group as they take one of the free for seniors OCTranspo routes. There is lots to see and do in our city.
As a CRA Registered Charity - #72092 5924 RR0001 - any older adult or senior can join our group. Annual "activity fees" may apply.
There is no fee required to be able to join this group. Everyone is welcome to participate.
Tax Receipts are issued for all Donations. For ease of budgeting, donations can be made in lump sum or by monthly giving. We appreciate any and all donations.
Financial support from the community as a whole is needed so that our volunteers can offer a wide variety of programs and services to older adults and seniors from Barrhaven and surrounding areas.
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