Community News
Who We Are

Archwood 55 Plus is a community-based non-profit, charitable organization offering lunches, art and fitness classes, social activities, bus trips and other services to adults ages 55 and older living in the Winnipeg area. Our goal is to encourage graceful aging and empower older adults to lead healthy and active lives while socializing with their peers.

Meals on Wheels

Check our website regularly to see special monthly meals. A healthy, warm and delicious meal cooked fresh daily and delivered to your door. Meals are cooked at the Centre, Monday to Friday. Purchase meals whenever you would like or sign up for weekly or monthly delivery. We have Meals on Wheels programs running out of Steinbach and Grunthal. Meals may be purchased for $8 for delivery (residents of Steinbach and Grunthal) or pick-up. A meal includes soup, a main dish, sides and dessert. Please call 204-320-4600 with any questions or to order a meal. To receive a same day meal you must call before 9 a.m.

Charity Golf Tournament

Accepting registration for our annual charity golf tournament at the Steinbach Fly-in Golf Course Tuesday, August 30. Shot Gun Start 9:00am. Cost per player $130. Contact Audrey Harder or come by the centre to register (204) 302-4600; [email protected].

Old Time Country Dance

Friday, August 26 from 7-11pm, Join us for an evening of music and dancing featuring entertain by the Mosaics. Pre-registration required cost $12 for members, $15 for non-members

Pancake Breakfast

On Thursday, August 25, start your morning off with a stack of Pancakes and Sausage from our Meals on Wheels kitchen. Stop by at the Centre anytime between 9:30 am and 11 am for a delicious breakfast! $8 per person

Taste of Summer

The Taste of Summer Charity BBQ is just around the corner and we are so excited to have been selected for August 17 as the local charity. You can join us at the corner of Main and Lumber in the front of Steinbach Credit Union for lunch between 11am – 1pm. It is a minimum donation of $2 for lunch BUT please bring more to support our local charities.

High Tea

We welcome you to join us Tuesday, August 16 at twelve o’clock to an afternoon of royal-“tea”. Our traditional high tea includes a selection of delicately filled sandwiches, dainty treats to please and a wide choice of specialist teas, Barista made coffee. Be entertained by classically trained violinist Trevor Kirczenow.

Current Programs

Coffee Corner: Monday-Friday from 10-12 p.m.
Pickleball: Monday to Friday 9-12 p.m. Registration required at patporteralc.com.
Beginner Pickleball: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 1-3:30 p.m. Registration required at patporteralc.com
Cards: Card games are played Monday to Thursday from 1-3 p.m. and Friday 10-1 p.m.
Join a fun group playing a variety of card games every week:
Monday – Bridge
Tuesday – Canasta
Wednesday – Crib
Thursday – Canasta
Friday – Phase 10
Laughing Yoga: Monday 1-2 p.m.
Fitness Drumming: Tuesday 1-1:45 p.m.
PACE: Wednesday 1-1:45 p.m.
Old Time Country Jam: Wednesday 7-9 p.m.
Yoga with Carrie: Friday 9-10 a.m.
Craft Corner: Friday 1-3 p.m.
Steinbach Rockin’ Rollers: Sunday 5-7 p.m. All skill levels and ages are welcome, and no pre-registration required Cost is $2 for members and $5 for non-members. Please bring your own roller skates.

In Your Community – About Us

Pat Porter Active Living Centre (Serving Seniors Inc.) is a non-profit organization that provides programs, activities and services for seniors and members of the community. Seniors are the foundation of our community and our goal is to keep them a part of it for as long as possible. Read on to find out about everything we offer and how we can help you. Our Centre offers a great variety of events and programming weekly. Ranging from fitness programs to recreational and social programs, there is something for everyone. Visit our website to see what we are offering right now.

Health Spotlight: ONZ Hip, Knee & Ankle

ONZ specializes in more than 10 years of assisting thousands of individuals in traveling to Germany for orthopedic surgery. Are you in pain and tired of waiting for knee, hip, ankle, or spine surgery? Germany’s leading orthopedic surgeon at the ONZ Clinic do not have long waiting periods – usually within 2 weeks to one month. Knee and hip surgeries are not age restrictive in Germany. Knee Cartilage Regeneration Stem Cell Treatment for those under 55 years of age. Call, text or email for further information and a free consultation. We guide you through from assisting with booking flights, travel insurance, taxis, and hotels from the beginning to the end of your journey.

Socks for Many Reasons

Socks are a creative way to express your personality and style like our prime minister with his maple leaf socks. Many of us choose our socks by appearance not realizing that there are many health benefits to wearing the right socks. Socks with antibacterial properties help prevent odors and fight germs and fungus. Socks can also prevent foot pain by protecting feet from the environment and if you wear them to bed, can help you fall asleep more easily. Today there are socks available that not only keep your feet warm, but may also offer general pain relief, more energy and increased balance and stability.