Seniors' Programming
The first floor of the Neighbourhood House, from Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. is dedicated to seniors' programming and services only. Information and referral is offered as well as a weekly blood pressure clinic (Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30-11:30 a.m.) and monthly outtrips or special lunches. Other agencies have also joined us to offer language specific seniors' activities.
We offer programs, services and volunteer opportunities for Seniors within our South Vancouver community, and always welcome new members. Feel free to telephone – or even just drop by – for program or resource information, for one of our services or activities, or for a cup of coffee and a chat.
We are happy to provide information on available seniors’ services and programs, accessing service or help accessing service, referral to other groups or agencies and support for those who need it. What really helps is that we are well connected to partners in the South Vancouver Community, and know whom to call if further information is needed.
Annual Membership Fee:
| Seniors | $3.00 |
Older Adults Osteofit Program |
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Osteofit is an exercise program that has been proven to reduce the risk of falls, slow the rate of bone loss, strengthen muscles, increase mobility and improve balance. |
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Fridays 10 week program |
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Continuous intake. |
For more information contact Sharon Tong at SVNH (604)324-6212
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Seniors' Wellness |
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For Seniors 55 years and up. Program includes exercise, a wonderful, nutritious lunch and an activity, speaker or outing after lunch. |
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Thursdays On-going program |
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COST: $4.00/week, membership to SVNH and pre-registration required. Outings will usually cost something extra. |
For more information contact Julianna Csik at SVNH (604)324-6212 |
Seniors' Peer Support |
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Are you feeling a little isolated or lonely? Are you recovering from illness and can’t get out? Would you like a telephone call or personal visit from another senior? Let us match you up with a trusted, friendly volunteer. |
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On-going program |
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COST: Free |
For more information contact Sharon Tong at SVNH (604)324-6212
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Seniors' Links |
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SVNH, in partnership with the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority and Langara College, connects seniors who require low-cost help around the house or yard with students who need to earn extra money for education or other expenses. |
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On-going program |
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COST: service through SVNH is free, but Seniors must pay student a minimum of $10.00/hour with a 2 hour minimum. |
Contact Julianna Csik at SVNH for more information. (604)324-6212 |
SVNH Adult Day Centres
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Off-site programs located at 3076 E. 49th Avenue and also at 1305 W. 70th Avenue, SVADC and Marpole ADC provide services to Seniors by asisting them to live independently, or to provide respite for a caregiver, in the South Vancouver and Marpole communities. Participants are provided with transportation, activities, one hot meal and the opportunity to take another one home. |
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On-going program |
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COST: Contact us for information on cost. |
Contact the local Health Unit at (604)321-6151 or for further information call us at (604)430-6373. |
South Asian Senior Women's Wellness |
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Held in Punjabi, women from the South Asian community come together to socialize, exercise and learn about health and wellness. |
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Mondays from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. |
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COST: 50¢ drop-in fee as well as membership to SVNH ($3.00) |
For more information contact Sharon Tong at (604)324-6212 |
Volunteer Information & Referral Program |
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Are those provincial or federal government forms and applications puzzling to you? SVNH offers help to seniors in areas such as BC Medical Services and Pharmacare, Canada Pension, Old Age Pension, Guaranteed Income Supplement, BC Benefits, SAFER, bus passes, simple Will preparation, and more.
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Drop in Thursdays between 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. to see our trained volunteer. |
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COST: Free |
For more information contact Sharon Tong (604)324-6212
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Tuesday Social Seniors |
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Hosted by senior volunteers, "Social Seniors" enjoy a variety of special lunches and fabulous outings. Drop by for a schedule of events. Membership required. |
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Tuesdays from 10:00 - 2:00 p.m. |
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COST: $4.00 |
For more information, please call Julianna Csik at (604)324-6212 |
"Healthy Eating" English for Seniors |
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English for seniors - beginners |
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Mondays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. |
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COST: $5.00/10 sessions |
For more information, please call Sharon Tong at (604)324-6212 |
Cooking Club |
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Learn food and culture, share recipes for healthy food and cooking styles |
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Wednesdays |
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Shared Cost |
For more information, please call Sharon Tong at (604)324-6212 |
South Vancouver Seniors Council |
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Creating a strong voice for seniors in South Vancouver, the Seniors Council explores the needs of our seniors. We identify gaps in services and actively work with community members, service providers and groups to create solutions that will strengthen resources for seniors. We are seniors working for seniors. Quarterly newsletter and monthly information sessions. |
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COST: Free
Sponsored by: |
Contact Joan at (604)324-6212 for more information and to become involved |
耆英委員會 |
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南溫耆英委員會表達南溫耆英的強烈心聲，探索耆英的需要。我們找到我們服務上的差距，並且積極地與社區成員與其他服務機構工作，從而創思出強化耆英資源的解決辦法。 |
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Janet Ji 604-324-6212 |
| Seniors as Leaders Volunteer Program | |
A new initiative at South Vancouver Neighbourhood House is The Seniors as Leaders Volunteer Program funded by United Way. The program’s goal is to build the volunteer leadership capacity of immigrant seniors to enable them to become volunteer researchers, planners and program organizers. 南溫鄰舍中心推出由United Way 資助的新項目——耆英領袖
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Requirements: - bilingual (fluent in English) - member of a multicultural community －雙語（中英文流利） －多元文化社區成員十月中旬面試，十一月培訓開 。 歡迎致電垂詢：Janet Ji at 604－324－6212
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Interviews will be held in mid-October and training will begin in November. Call Joan Wright at 604-324-6212. |
South Vancouver Seniors Network |
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Also, on-site at SVNH for Seniors in partnership: |
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Bingo: Fridays from 12:30 p.m |
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COST: varies for activities |
Contact Mary and her volunteers at (604)324-3670 for more program and service information. |
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Seniors Outreach Project |
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Program targets Chinese speaking immigrant seniors who are aged 50 or above living in Vancouver. Assists seniors in making new friends, promotes mutual help among seniors, assists them to access community resources and adjust to new environment and to integrate into Canadian society. Activities include seminare on social & legal issues, physical & mental wellness, healthy exercise, arts and crafts, birthdays parties, singing and festive celebrations. 居住在溫哥華、年滿五十歲或以上的華人耆英。 |
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Mondays, |
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COST: varies for activities |
Contact |
SUCCESS South Vancouver Chinese Seniors Group 中僑南溫華人耆英會
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2008 January to March Program Schedule 二零零八年一月至三月份 活動表
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Time：Every Monday morning
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Eric Lau at 604-408-7274 Ext. 1083 |
NEW PROGRAM IDEAS?
Are there new programs you would like to see in the House? We have the space for seniors and welcome new groups and individuals. Call Sharon Tong at 604-324-6212 to chat about it.
