For seniors related support, information, or volunteering, contact Debbie at 403-283-0554 ext. 224 (and leave a message) or be emailing [email protected]. We appreciate any opportunity to connect with you!
*Unique Volunteering Opportunity!* 2023 Casino Fundraiser
Looking to spend a unique day volunteering for the community? HSCA’s next casino is in August at ACE Casino Airport located at 40 Aero Crescent NE (Formerly Cash Casino).
No experience needed! Join neighbours for the next casino that provides a large donation of casino funds to HSCA! Duties include cashing out casino chips and counting casino earnings, but don’t worry, there is a paid advisor there to lead the volunteers!
Dates: Saturday, August 19 and Sunday, August 20
Shifts are available from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm, 7:00 pm to 3:30 am, and 11:00 pm to 3:45 am. Yes, you read those shifts correctly, so drink all the free casino coffee you want to pull off an important night shift for community!
Sign up on www.hsca.ca/volunteering through our volunteer portal and note your interest in ‘Casino Volunteer.’ For more information, contact Debbie.
Thank You
To all the residents and volunteers who helped with snow removal this past season, thank you so much for helping to make the walks in our community safer for everyone and for helping seniors make sure their walks were cleared. You have helped to make a difference and it is appreciated by all residents in our community.
Check out the HSCA website under ‘Senior Community Connections,’ ‘Online Programming,’ and ‘Caregiver Connections Online’ for more links and information, or call Debbie.
Caregiver Connections
If you are a caregiver for another person, this online drop-in opportunity lets you connect with someone outside of family and friends who can empathize.
When: Third Thursday of each month (until June) from 7:00 to 9:00 pm over Zoom. Contact Debbie for the private link.
If the idea of a caregiver chat appeals to you but this time doesn’t work, just send an email or call and we can chat through other options. If you don’t have a computer or internet access, connect with me over the phone for other options.
Chair Yoga
A gentle exercise class led by an experienced instructor, Sharon! Anyone is welcome.
When: Every Tuesday and Thursday (until the end of July) from 10:00 to 11:00 am. In-person and online options available!
Contact Debbie for the private Zoom link. The room opens at 9:30 am for chatting before the class.
Or, come by HSCA and join from the Hearth Room to watch the class live on a projector.
*New!* Cribbage Group
When: Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 to 3:00 pm in the Hearth Room.
Join this established and well-organized group in their new location at HSCA! They play four games, break for coffee, tea, and snacks, and then play until 3:00 pm. There is a $1 admission fee to cover coffee supplies and a sign-up sheet for snacks.
Each game is $.25, which goes to the winner, then the winners move to the next table and there is an extra $.10 for a skunk. Anyone who wishes to play is welcome.
Senior Connections
I really want to hear from you whether you are a senior, are looking to help a senior you know, are concerned about a senior, are a potential volunteer, or if you have any ideas that you would like to explore around seniors. I can also arrange to connect with you on another day or at another time if that works better for you. Please let me know by email or leave a phone message and I will connect with you.
If there is anything related to seniors that you would like to explore or know about, or if there are other programs or supports that would be of benefit to you or another family member, reach out! We look forward to connecting.
