In partnership with Semiahmoo House Society, Seniors Come Share Society has been able to bring entertainment straight to our participants living rooms. Every 2 weeks we hold a high tea event over zoom. Prior to the event Semiahmoo House delivers a free high tea kit made by their talented chefs, complete with sandwiches, a series of pastries, and, of course, tea, as well as fun party favors. We then come together over zoom to enjoy our kits together and play fun games. To register visit SHAREvirtually.com and for assistance call Nisa at 604.531.9400 ext. 219.
Community News
Seniors Center Without Walls
Over the past year, SCWW has held over 400 call with a total runtime of over 350 hours of programming. This program offers a variety of topics, from mind bending brain games to learning and practicing weekly mindfulness, and from learning to create art at home to experiencing rich history of Surrey. SCWW is proud to have been a source of support, entertainment, and connection for seniors during the pandemic. For additional information please call Edwin at 604.531.9400 ext. 205.
Better At Home Services
Better at Home supports seniors by meeting their non-medical needs. By providing assistance with these simple, day-to-day tasks, Better at Home assures seniors continue to live independently in their own homes and remain connected to their communities. Better at Home services are offered province wide with the help of Healthy Aging by United Way. Services vary from community to community but may include the following: Friendly Visiting. Transportation. Light Yard Work. Minor Home Repairs. Light Housekeeping. Grocery Shopping. Due to Covid, some services are temporarily being offered virtually. To find out more about the services, please contact Simren at 604.536.9348.
Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in volunteering with us? Volunteers help out with a variety of areas at the Centre including Reception Desk, Event Set Up or Clean Up, Kitchen Help, Meal Delivery, Transportation and more! Volunteer commitments are flexible, ranging from a few hours every week or month. All volunteer positions require a Criminal Record Check. To find out how you can help, call 204-320-4600 or email [email protected].
Programs & Events
Our Centre offers a great variety of events and programming weekly. Fitness, Coffee Corner, Cards, Dances, Book Club, Craft Corner, Cooking Classes and Potlucks are amongst some of the things we offer. Although we are closed for regular programming due to Covid-19, during normal times we offer daytime and some evening programming Monday to Friday. Visit our website to see what we are offering right now patporteralc.com.
Community Resources Programs
Transportation Program is here to help you get to and from appointments or run errands in Steinbach and Winnipeg. A fee is associated with this program and rides are dependent on availability of volunteer drivers. Equipment Loan Program provides you with a wheelchair, walker, or cane with the referral of a health care professional. Equipment can only be loaned to a client living in a private residence for up to 3 months. Our Friendly Visitor Program connects you with a volunteer that visits with you on a regular basis. We also provide ERIK kits which help you keep important medical information in one place in the event of an emergency. Call 204-320-4600 for more information.
Perogies Available
Staff at the Centre makes fresh perogies every month. Cottage cheese and potato cheddar are available for $6 a dozen. Please call 204-320-4600 to ensure availability and stop by the Centre to grab yours!
Pen Pal Program
Pat Porter Active Living Centre in collaboration with students in the community is looking for people interested in participating in a pen pal program. Those interested would exchange letters with students from the group on a regular basis. Sign up and make a new friend! Please call 204-320-4600 if you would like to be added to the mailing list.
Meals on Wheels
A healthy, warm and delicious meal cooked fresh daily and delivered to your door. Meals are cooked at the Centre, Monday to Friday. Whether it has become harder for you to cook for yourself or you want to add some variety to your life, this program is perfect for you! Purchase meals whenever you’d like or sign up for weekly or monthly delivery. A meal includes soup, a main dish, sides and dessert. June Special Meals: June 18: Father’s Day Special: Smoked pork loin, baked potatoes, soup and dessert. Order by June 14. 204-320-4605
Father’s Day “Stache” Mug
Get dad something to make him smile this year! A mug featuring an image of a mustache and goodies inside. We are offering 3 different packages so you’re sure to find something he will love. A Golfing Package for the dad that spends his afternoons at the golf course, a Fishing Package for dads who spend weekends at the lake and a Care Package with items any dad is sure to love. Mugs can be delivered to residents in Steinbach or picked up from the Centre on June 18. Orders must be placed by June 14. Call 204-320-4600 to order. Pricing is as follows: Golf Package Mug: $20 Fishing Package Mug: $20 Care Package Mug: $15
Home is Where the Heart is…
… Even if you can’t remember which box you packed it in. Is moving a great idea until you think about actually packing up and moving? Of the 100’s of things to consider, start your plan before you ever list your property. No one ever said that “Buying or Selling your home and moving is easy and you’ll never feel like giving up”. Let my 15 years experience help make it easier by working with you from the start of your plans and helping you keep calm when it is your moving day.
