Guildford March Newsletter

March 2015
Welcome
The Guildford Recreation Centre is located in
the heart of Guildford. We are a
multigenerational facility offering adults 55+ a
wide range of activities. We strive to meet
our community needs at every level, including
fitness, health and wellness, games, bus trips,
special events and more. We welcome you to
drop by and visit our Senior’s lounge and
meet some of our members.
Hours of Operation—Recreation Centre:
Monday to Friday - 6am - 10pm
Announcements
Meet Our Seniors
Notable Dates
Advisory Committee
Mar. 9th - Tech Talk—Craigslist
Olga S.
Community Outreach
Mar. 19th - Global café - Greece
Doug P.
Social and Cultural
Mar. 26th - “Roof Over My Head” workshop
Giovanna P.
Fitness and Wellness
Apr. 7th - Falls prevention clinic
Heather T.
Leisure Activities
Apr. 8th - Caregivers Workshop
Jeannie P.
Kitchen Coordinator
Apr. 16th - Global café - England
Book L.
Treasurer
May 20th - Mature Drivers workshop
Saturday and Sunday - 8 am - 8 pm
Special Events
Hours of Operation—Seniors’ Lounge
Senior Services Connector
Monday to Friday - 9am - 3pm
Phone number: 604-502-6360
Meet Our Staff Team
Jim : Manager - Guildford/Fraser Heights
Jeff: Manager— Guildford Aquatics
This program helps provide information
and support to seniors and/or their caregivers by connecting them to services and
resources in the community including:
Pete: Community Services Coordinator
Alex: Community Services Coordinator
Mandy: Community Services Coordinator
Shalyne: Community Services Coordinator
Jennifer: Community Services Coordinator
Sheri: Community Services Assistant
* Financial Services
Registration #4399700
* Recreation programs * Legal services
*
Marika: Community Services Assistant
Memberships,
Admissions, and Rates
Adults 55+ can attend volunteer led seniors drop
in programs with a Senior Services Membership:
Guildford Seniors Services Membership $21.75
Guildford Seniors Services Membership 90+ Free
City Wide Seniors Services Membership $61.00
Drop-in fitness classes and weight room rates:
Adult Drop-in (under age 60) $7.00
Senior’s Drop-in (Age 60+)
* Counselling services * Housing options
1:00pm-3:30pm
Guildford Recreation Centre
15105 –105 Ave
Multi-purpose room
* Meal Programs
* Transportation options* Health Services
Lisa C: Community Services Assistant
Personal safety & crime prevention
A trained volunteer from Seniors Come
Share Society is at the Guildford
Recreation Centre on:
1 Month Senior’s Full Facility Pass (Age 90+) $15.25
1 Year Senior’s Full Facility Pass (Age 60+) $336.25
1 Year Senior’s Full Facility Pass (Age90+)
$109.75
With a Full Facility Pass if you’re 55+ includes
Senior’s Membership
The purchase of a 1 year Senior’s Full Facility Pass
includes a City Wide Senior Services Membership
Light refreshments provided.
Join us for this FREE housing information session
for seniors and caregivers.
Home Health Case Managers with Fraser Health
Home is Best Program
Mondays 10:15am-12:15pm
Upper lobby by the elevators
NEW Home Service Line
Home Care
Assisted Living and Facility Care
Surrey RCMP - Safety in Your Home
City-wide Seniors
Information
$5.25
1 Month Senior’s Full Facility Pass (Age 60+) $46.00
March 26, 2015
For more information about Seniors Services
in Surrey check out our quarterly City Wide
Seniors Guide, available each season at your
local Recreation Centre. Information can
also be found online at
www.surrey.ca/seniors
Surrey Fire Services - Fire Prevention
Executive Director of Seniors Come Share Society
How Seniors Come Share Can Help You
City of Surrey - Parks, Recreation and Culture
Programs and Services
Cofounder BCCEAS
Connecting you to resources in the community.
Workshops
Fraser Health Falls Prevention
Clinic
Seniors have the opportunity to sit one-onone with a Physiotherapist, a Pharmacist and
a Kinesiologist to receive an individualized
assessment and recommendations for
improving health and preventing falls .
Caregiver Workshops
These workshops, presented by Seniors Come
Share Society, focus on refreshing your spirit,
validating your efforts, and assisting you in
your journey as a caregiver.
Come share your wisdom and make
connections with others in a similar role.
Seniors, caregivers, and families are all
welcome to attend these sessions, as valuable
information is provided.
Wednesday, April 8 | 1:00pm-2:30pm
Guildford Recreation Centre
Guildford Recreation Centre
15105-105 Ave
FREE
15105 105 Avenue | Course #4398147
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
FREE
Contact 604-587-7866 for an Appointment
Greece
March 19th 2015
Course # 4394528
11:30am-1:30pm
Multi-purpose room
Cost $12 Members
$15 Non-Members
We will be serving chicken, rice and
Vegetables - Greek style
At the Global Café, we will be serving lunch
that characterizes the featured country. You
will also learn a few things about the country
through facts, trivia, music, and or video. A
different country will be featured each month.
Hope to see you there!
Harvest Box
Contains several varieties of fresh fruit &
vegetables. Convenient, affordable and
healthy.
Local Box - $15.00
Mar 12- course #4385871
Mar 26- course #4385872
Value Box- $8.00
Mar 12- course #4385886
Mar 26- course #4385887
Educate Yourself: It May Not Be Dementia!
Tuesday April 7th, 2015
Global Cafe
Programs
Library Programs
& Events
Canadian Drop-in Book Club (ages 18+)
Wednesday, March 4th, 2:00-3:30pm
Fireplace Lounge
On March 4th we will review A Fine Balance by
Rohinton Mistry
Questions? Tanya at 604-598-7371,
tdthiessen@surrey.ca
Real Reads Drop-in Book Club (age 18+)
th
Wednesday, March 11 , 7:00-8:30pm
Fireplace Lounge
On March 11th we will review A Path Appears:
Transforming Lives, Creating Opportunity by
Nicholas Kristof
Questions? Tanya at 604-598-7371,
tdthiessen@surrey.ca
Authors Among Us
Wednesday March 4th, 6:30-8:30pm
Fireplace Lounge
Free Income Tax Clinics
Friday, March 20th, 10am-2pm
2 more clinics on April 10th and 24th
At the Guildford Library
Volunteers will help prepare and
electronically file your tax return, if
eligible. First come, first serve basis.
Tickets are handed out at opening on
clinic dates. Be prepared to wait. Ask
Guildford Library staff for more details.
Call 604-598-7366
Karaoke
Do you enjoy a good tune every now and
then? Well come and sing and be a part of a
signing atmosphere, fun for all!
Days: Thursdays
Location: Youth Lounge (lower level)
Guildford Recreation Centre.
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Price: $.25 drop in fee (must hold a current
Guildford Senior Membership)
Local authors share & discuss the writing experience
Register in person or call 604-598-7366
Sign up to receive your Seniors Newsletter each
Tech Talks for Seniors
month via e-mail. Fill out a sign up form at the
front counter of your local recreation centre or
Dining Out Club
register online at www.surrey.ca/seniors
1st Tuesday of the month
Guildford Recreation Centre
15105-105 Avenue
Surrey, BC V3R 7G8
(604)502-6360
Meet at the location for 12:30pm
Mar. 3rd - Andreas Restaurant - 20227-56 Ave
Apr. 7th - Silver Dragon …. 203 St. & 56th Ave.
Monday, March 9th, 10:30-11am
Guildford Recreation Centre Seniors Lounge
Craigslist: —Tips and Tricks for Buying and
Selling Items