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, [email protected] 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, [email protected] 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
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