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JAN

South Granville Seniors Centre Connecting Adults 55+ to the Community

1420 W12th Avenue, Vancouver | 604.732.0812

www.southgranvilleseniors.ca

OUR TIMES

Newsletter of the South Granville

Seniors Friendship Centre

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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: 1st VP: Les Blond Carlos Gamba Treasurer: 2nd VP: Martin Ma Barbara Kirby

Business Secretary: Linda Darbey

Directors-at-large: Mairy Beam Sharon Esson Kate Holmes Vivian Lunny

Miriam Maurer Beryl Petty Dolores O’Leary-Shafik

Jag Sangha “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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Jan 2018 | page 3

LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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).

Dear members,

The year’s end always brings with it a tremendous sense of accomplishment. It’s amazing how much has been achieved by our staff, volunteers, Board of Directors and by you, our valued members, in 2017. We have had a happy, busy year here at the South Granville Senior Centre. More seniors have been joining us and participating in our programs and services. The fact that we have approximately 1,500 senior visitors per year is proof that we are the heart of the Fairview community and a place for seniors to connect, make friends, and stay engaged.

We are very fortunate to have compassionate and hardworking people at our centre. Alex, Tania, and Maria Jose, your commitment and your passion for the work you do is truly appreciated by all. To our 230 volunteers, those ordinary people with extraordinary hearts who give so much of their time to the Centre: Thank you for always lending a hand. A heartfelt thank you to the Board of Directors for their guidance and support. To the wonderful 450 members who participate and support our programs and to the amazing program facilitators who contribute their skills to make these excellent programs possible, thank you for your involvement. Last but not least, a warm thank you goes to our donors, whose generosity helps us to keep the doors of the Centre open for everybody.

New challenges are awaiting us in 2018. At the end of 2015, the Centre learned that its current site is scheduled for redevelopment and that the Centre will need to relocate. Timelines and a new site have not yet been determined, but we are optimistic that we will be able to find a new space in the near future. Cornerstone Planning Group was contracted in 2016 to develop a High Level Functional Plan to describe our needs and it was submitted to the City of Vancouver. Over eight different focus groups were organized and members were asked to contribute their thoughts and ideas about a new location. The results of this study will be used as a basis for space requirements for the Centre during the design phase. (Cont’d on next page)

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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY JANUARY BIRTHDAYS!

ClemenciaClemenciaClemenciaClemencia

Nita A. Don A. Lin B.

Margit B. Savim C.

Miriam C. Dora E.

Gerald E. Eugenia G. Wendy H. Janet H.

Valerie J. Odette J. Henry K.

Shashi K. Susie K.

Shirley K. Shin K.

Catherine K. Loretta L. Edgardo L.

Stephen M. Miriam M.

Oriender M. Barbara M. Gloria M. Grace N. Helen N.

Toi P. Arlene P. Grace T. Mollie T. Delia V.

Rodney W. Lance W.

PEGGY’S BOOKSTORE Shop for a variety of gently uses books, CD’s, and DVD’s at great

prices at Peggy’s Bookstore. Peggy will be selling books between 11:00-1:00 on Friday, January 12th & 26th and Thursday, January 18th.

VOLUNTEER MEETING Our next volunteer meeting will be on Monday, January 29th, 10:00am-12:00pm. In addition to our regular meeting, Board

Member Beryl Petty will present a workshop on Conflict Resolution.

(Cont’d)… Funding is a major issue for our poten�al growth and expansion.

The lack of stable, secure, long term grants from all three levels of

government affects our ability to ensure con�nuity in our programs and

to provide a long-term plan for our centre. The senior popula�on is

growing and government funding has dropped significantly over the past

year as funders are changing and �ghtening their funding criteria. Many

new grants favour one-�me projects over providing long-term opera�onal

funding for con�nuing programs. We are addressing these issues by

crea�ng more partnerships and coopera�ng with other seniors’

organiza�ons, businesses in the community, schools, civil organiza�ons,

and services providers.

I would like to invite everybody to join us in our efforts to keep the Centre

open in the years to come. Help us to keep it the vibrant and beau�ful

community that we have been able to maintain since its crea�on in 1972.

With love,

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FRIDAY AFTERNOONS

Popcorn and a Movie: Beauty and the Beast 1:00-3:00pm | FREE Join us for an afternoon screening of Beauty and the Beast (2017), a live-action adaptation of the classic, fairy-tale Disney musical about a monstrous-looking prince and a young woman who fall in love.

No registration required. Popcorn and tea provided.

An Afternoon of Cards and Games 1:00-3:00pm | FREE Come and enjoy an afternoon of cards and games! We’ll have a variety of puzzles and games available, including Scrabble, dominoes, board games, and more! Bring a group of friends to play, or join in on a game.

No registration required.

Popcorn and a Movie: Roman Holiday 1:00-3:00pm | FREE Join us for an afternoon screening of Roman Holiday (1953), an American romantic comedy film starring Gregory Peck as a reporter and Audrey Hepburn as a bored royal princess who escapes her guardians and sets out to see Rome on her own.

No registration required. Popcorn and tea provided.

Mindfulness Workshop 1:00-2:00pm | FREE Join intern Derryl-Lynn for a special workshop on mindfulness techniques. Mindfulness can help to alleviate stress, increase mental awareness, and cultivate a kinder and more compassionate way of relating to the self and others. No previous experience is necessary.

Please reserve your spot at Reception.

Fri Jan

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Friday Afternoons

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HOLLY BAZAAR 2017

Holly Bazaar 2017

Margaret Fiddes (seated), and Priscilla (left) and Luna (right) all volunteered with the Holly Bazaar lunch service. Luna explains: “I like to help, and this is close to home. I’m glad I came!” Priscilla grins, and adds: “She got me to come with her. And I like it a lot more than doing homework!” Big laugh. Margaret is a retired Telus employee: “This is my third year with the Holly Bazaar. I like it here, it’s a very friendly place, with a very up-beat atmosphere. If I lived a bit closer, I’d be here regularly as a member.”

Marlene and Lavelle, Baking and Jam Table: “We like doing things together!”

Chantal Poirier (with ironing board): “I’ve been a volunteer since yesterday! My partner, Charles, accepted a job here in Vancouver, so in June we moved here from Montreal. I looked online to see volunteer possibilities, I liked this one because it fits my schedule, it is in our neighbourhood, and I like working with seniors.”

Volunteer Maureen MacDonald, showing items to interested visitors. One young woman laughs, points to her friend, and says, “I came with my friend, it’s her idea!” Her friend explains: “This is my third year to come to the Bazaar. I love the jewelry and the jam. I came to the Silent Auction and I got a whole dinnerware set.”

Photos and stories by Penny Williams

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A young woman waits while her mum tries on a knitted beret at the Mustard Seeds table: “I saw this bazaar on Facebook and decided to come, and to bring my mum. I liked the idea, it was local, community-based, seemed like it would be friendly and non-commercial — sort of like when I was a kid, you know?”

Eduardo Meneses, Electronics Table: “This is the first time I’ve volunteered for anything with the Seniors Centre, but I am familiar with it, because the Spanish community is here. I’m enjoying myself today! I love talking with people, being part of all this activity.”

First-time visitor Onya shows off her acquisitions: A big bag, a wall plaque, and a beautiful sterling silver brooch, already pinned to her coat. “I googled online, to see where there were Christmas bazaars this year. Yes, there are lots! I chose this one because it’s right here in my own neighbourhood. And look what I’ve found! I’m especially happy about this brooch.”

Raffle Tickets Table Volunteers Suzanne Trautmann (L) & Rae Collins. Suzanne and Rae are both regular Centre volunteers, and also veteran Holly Bazaar volunteers. Suzanne says, “I volunteer in Reception Tuesday mornings, and Rae volunteers for the afternoon shift. We like to work together. Why also volunteer for the Holly Bazaar? We love to collect money!” (Big laugh all around)

Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers, as well as the community members who donated items and came to shop at the

Bazaar! With your help, we raised $10,000 for the Centre!

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TUESDAY Cook: Steven

Cost: $7 members $7.50 non-members

THURSDAY Cook: Steven/Dez Cost: $7 members

$7.50 non-members

FRIDAY Cook: Rebab & Nabil

Cost: $6 members $6.50 non-members

Jan 2 Meat Lasagna Tossed Salad Bread Pudding

Jan 4 Dez’s Surprise Lunch

Jan 5 Mushroom Soup Chicken Salad Sandwich

Jan 9 Shepherd’s Pie Green Salad Chocolate Cake

Jan 11 Spaghetti and Meatballs Spinach Salad Fruit Crumble

Jan 12 Tomato Soup Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Jan 16 Lentil Burgers Cole Slaw Fruit Turnover

Jan 18 Meat Loaf Mashed Potatoes Romaine Salad Cupcakes

Jan 19 Corn Chowder Egg Salad Sandwich

Jan 23 Baked Chicken Tossed Salad Chocolate Cupcakes

Jan 25 Hearty Chili Garlic Toast Fruit Salad

Jan 26 Traditional Palestinian Lunch

Jan 30 Beef, Liver, & Onions Riced Potatoes Fruit Compote

January Hot Lunches @ Noon

Lunch Menu

To help us plan for our meals, please sign up for lunch at least one day in advance. You can sign up by calling 604-732-0812 or at Reception.

Vegetarian options are denoted with a “V”.

Interested in taking some food home? Leftovers can be purchased for $3.50 for a main course, $2 for soup or sandwich, and $2 for dessert.

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JANUARY CALENDAR AT-A-GLANCE

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

1

CENTRE CLOSED

2

Hot Lunch

3 Mustard Seeds Spanish Seniors

8 Stretch & Strength Singing Group Mah Jong Massage Therapy

9

Gentle Yoga Info and Referrals Latin Dance Hand and Foot Care Hot Lunch

10 Tai Chi OsteoFit Mustard Seeds Spanish Seniors

15 Stretch & Strength Singing Group Mah Jong Massage Therapy Walk and Talk for Life

16

Gentle Yoga Info and Referrals Brain Gym Latin Dance Hot Lunch

17

Tai Chi OsteoFit Mustard Seeds Spanish Conversation Spanish Seniors

22 Stretch & Strength Singing Group Mah Jong Massage Therapy Walk and Talk for Life

23

Gentle Yoga Info and Referrals Brain Gym Latin Dance Hot Lunch

24

Tai Chi OsteoFit Mustard Seeds Spanish Conversation Hair Care w/ Savita Spanish Seniors

29 Stretch & Strength Singing Group Mah Jong Massage Therapy Walk and Talk for Life Volunteer Meeting

30

Gentle Yoga Info and Referrals Brain Gym Latin Dance Hot Lunch

31

Tai Chi OsteoFit Mustard Seeds Spanish Conversation Spanish Seniors

Calendar

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For more

detailed

information

please see:

Event Listings:

P. 5

Lunch Menus: P. 9

Exercise Programs:

P. 12-13

Social &

Educational

Programs:

P. 14-15

Information &

Referral Services

P. 16

Self-Care

Programs: P. 18

Spanish Seniors

Program: P. 19

THURSDAY FRIDAY

4 Creative Writing Hair Care w/ Annette Hot Lunch

5 Walking Club Spontaneous Art Soup & Sandwich Popcorn and a Movie

11

Intro to Spanish Intermediate Spanish Info and Referrals Computer Lessons Creative Writing Hot Lunch

12 Walking Club Healing Art Spontaneous Art Rep. Agreements Peggy’s Bookstore Soup & Sandwich Cards and Games

18

Intro to Spanish Intermediate Spanish Info and Referrals Computer Lessons Creative Writing Hair Care w/ Annette Peggy’s Bookstore Hot Lunch

19 Walking Club Healing Art Spontaneous Art Rep. Agreements Soup & Sandwich Popcorn and a Movie

25

Intro to Spanish Intermediate Spanish Info and Referrals Computer Lessons Creative Writing Book Club Hot Lunch

26 Walking Club Healing Art Spontaneous Art Rep. Agreements Peggy’s Bookstore Soup & Sandwich Mindfulness Workshop

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Programs

WINTER PROGRAMS EXERCISE

Stretch and Strength This class focuses on gentle stretches that can help you 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 Jan 8—Mar 26, 10:30-11:30am Members: $66/11 weeks or $7/class Non-members: $77/11 weeks or $8/class No session Jan 1 (Centre closed)

Gentle Yoga A yoga prac�ce adapted for beginners and those interested in a more gentle approach. Using a combina�on of chair yoga, yoga postures, and gentle breathing, 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.

Tue Jan 9—Mar 13, 10:45am-12pm Members: $70/10 weeks or $8/class Non-members: $80/10 weeks or $9/class No session Jan 2

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

Wed Jan 10-Mar 28, 11am—12pm Members: $72/12 weeks or $7/class Non-members: $84/12 weeks or $8/class No session Jan 3

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

Wed (ongoing), 9:30-10:30am Members: $6/class Non-members: $7/class No session Jan 3

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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.

Fri (ongoing), 10-11am Free

Intro to La�n Dance Join us for an introductory La�n dance class. Learn the fundamentals of dance, including basic steps, rhythm and �ming. You will gain basic knowledge and the confidence to get out on the dancefloor and start having fun! No partner or experience required.

Tue (ongoing), 1:30-2:30pm Members: $5/class

Non-members: $6/class

No session Jan 2

Featured dance for January:

Merengue

Kickstart your personal fitness in the new year by joining us for a free, 10-week wellness program run in collaboration with the University of British Columbia’s School of Medicine.

Students from the School of Medicine will provide participants of the

Walk and Talk for Life Program with:

• An assessment of their general health and fall risk, as well as a functional fitness assessment.

• 10 wellness sessions that will include 60 minutes of exercise and 45-minute health education talks on a variety of topics including

nutrition, exercise, and more. • A post-program assessment to measure changes following the 10-

week program.

Sessions run Mondays, January 15th—March 26th (No session Feb 12), from 1:00-3:00pm. Register at Reception or by calling

604-732-0812.

NEW! WALK AND TALK FOR LIFE

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Programs

SOCIAL & EDUCATIONAL

Book Club

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

Last Thu (monthly), 1-2pm Jan date: Thu, Jan 25 $2 drop-in

Crea�ve Wri�ng Find your voice and write the stories you’ve always wanted to tell! Par�cipants in this class will have an opportunity to prac�ce wri�ng short stories, poetry, and biography. Thu (ongoing), 2-3pm, $3 drop-in

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

Mon (ongoing), 11am-12pm $2 drop-in No session Jan 1 (Centre closed)

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

Mon (ongoing), 12:30-3:30pm $2 drop-in No session Jan 1 (Centre closed) Mustard Seeds Kni(ng Group Join this friendly group to knit, share conversa�on and have tea. Kni8ng sold for Centre fundraising.

Wed (ongoing), 1-3pm, Free

Brain Gym Join us for a weekly program that uses imagina�on, memory, and improvisa�on games to improve brain health. These ac�vi�es have been professionally designed to increase mental focus and well-being in a fun, friendly se8ng.

Tues (ongoing), 11am-12pm $3 drop-in No sessions Jan 2 & 9

Individual Computer & Tech

Lessons

Receive one-on-one computer

and technology instruc�on from

our friendly instructor, who will

help you learn at your own pace!

Go from learning how to turn on

the computer to exploring the

world through the internet,

keeping in touch with loved ones

through email and Facebook, and

more. You can also sign up for

beginner and intermediate

instruc�on on how to use your

smartphone, laptop, camera,

iPad/tablet etc.

Thu (ongoing), 2:30-4

Members: $8/45-min session Non-members: $10/45-min

session

Registra6on required No session Jan 4

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Introduc�on to Spanish

Expand your universe and learn the

basics of Spanish, one of the fastest

growing languages in the world!

This class provides a suppor�ve

environment in which you will learn

basic Spanish language skills,

preparing you for everyday

interac�ons and providing a strong

founda�on for con�nued studies in

Spanish.

Thu (ongoing), 10 -11am

Members: $6/class

Non-members: $7/class

No session Jan 4

Intermediate Spanish

This class expands on the

fundamentals of the Spanish

language, and presents more

complex structures in a variety of

tenses and modes. You will have an

opportunity to further develop

your Spanish language skills and

cultural knowledge through

listening, reading, wri�ng, and

interac�ve discussions.

Thu (ongoing), 11am-12pm

Members: $6/class

Non-members: $7/class

No session Jan 4

Spanish Conversa�on Group

Are you a Spanish language

learner? Join this friendly and

accessible Spanish

conversa�on group to

prac�ce your language skills

with na�ve Spanish (Cont’d)...

…(Cont’d) speakers in a small,

welcoming group.

Wed (ongoing), 3-4pm

Members: $2/class Non-members: $3/class

No sessions Jan 3 & 10

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

Fri (ongoing), 10am-12pm Members: $7/class

Non-members: $8/class

One-on-One Healing Art Prac�ce

Self-expression, spontaneity, crea�vity, and art making can help us process and heal from challenges. Receive non-judgmental, one-on-one support from a professional intern from the Vancouver Art Therapy Ins�tute. Sessions can help you reduce stress, build strength, grow, and connect.

Fri (ongoing), 10am-12pm By dona6on, registra6on required, No session Jan 5

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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. Please call to find out if you meet the requirements.

Thu, 2-4pm (½hr apts.) Free, registra6on required Please call Recep6on for apt 6mes

Peer Informa�on and Referral

Our trained Informa�on and

Referral volunteers are available to

provide you with informa�on

about government programs and

subsidies (Canada Pension Plan,

Old Age Security, Guaranteed

Income Supplement), Disability

Pension, Medical Services Plan, BC

Bus Pass, housing subsidies for low

income seniors, and more.

Volunteers can also help with

comple�ng forms for

government programs and

subsidies.

In English: Tue & Thu,

10am-12pm (1 hour apts.)

In Spanish: Wed, 9:30am-

12pm (1 hour apts.)

Free, registra6on required

Programs

INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES

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 (hDp://

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 (½hr apts.)

Free, registra6on required

No session Jan 5

Weekly Call List

Would you like someone to check up on you? Receive a friendly phone call once a week from a trained volunteer of the Centre. Our volunteer will check in with you and be available for a short chat. Please call 604-732-0812 to be added to our weekly call list.

Jan 2018 | page 16

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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

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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 Jan 8—April 9 1:15pm-5pm (45 min apts.) Registra6on required $25 members, $30 non-members *Service is open to clients aged 45+

Gentle Hand & Foot Care

Let cer�fied aesthe�cian Erena pamper your hands and feet!

Jan date: Tue, Jan 9 9:30am-1:30pm (½hr apts.) Registra6on required $22 members, $26 non-members

Hair Care

Have your hair cut and styled by our friendly hairdressers AnneDe and Savita. Please wash your hair beforehand. Jan dates: Wed, Jan 24, 11-1 (Savita)

Thu, Jan 4 & 18, 10-12 (Anne%e) $12 members, $15 non-members + op6onal 6p

SELF-CARE

Programs

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INFORMACIÓN Y AYUDA EN ESPAÑOL

Todos los miércoles en la mañana desde las 9:30am hasta las 12pm. Un voluntario de South Granville Seniors Centre lo atendera en Espanol para que pueda conocer y acceder a los servicios de vivienda, salud, pensiones y

otros.

PROGRAMA PARA PERSONAS MAYORES DE HABLA HISPANA | SPANISH SENIORS PROGRAM

…. Meet with Spanish-speakers aged 55+. The Spanish Seniors Program offers opportunities for socialization, empowerment, recreation, and learning. Take part in a 3-course lunch,

computer classes, ESL classes, gentle exercise, and afternoon activities (musical performances, lectures, and games). Everyone is welcome to participate - Spanish and non-Spanish speakers alike!

…. 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 actividades en la tarde que varían cada mes (talleres, presentaciones de música y baile, juegos). Hispano

hablantes y no hispano hablantes son bienvenidos a participar!

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HORARIO/SCHEDULE

Cada Miércoles | 10am-4pm

VALOR/COST Almuerzo/Lunch: $7

Membresia/Membership: $20 per año/year

9:30-12 hr Información y ayuda en Español

10-12 hr Tutoría en tecnología y computación

10-12 hr Clases de inglés—nivel básico

11-12 hr Clases de inglés—intermedio-avanzado

12:15-13 hr Yoga suave

13-14 hr Almuerzo

14-17 hr Juegos, talleres, música

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