Prevent & Treat Iron Deficiency – For All Diets. 1.85 million Canadians suffer from iron deficiency.* There are many reasons for iron deficiency, such as a diet low in iron. Speak to your healthcare provider to ensure you are meeting your iron needs. There’s an iron supplement that is ideal for all diet types. It contains the highest amount of elemental iron, additional vitamin C to enhance iron absorption, and vitamin B12 for deficiency. Taking one capsule a day that is also easy on the stomach, may lead to better compliance. It is also VegeCert and Kosher Certified. Polyride Fe® Ultra can be purchased at www.polyride.ca or at your local pharmacy by giving your pharmacist the product codes McKesson #75624 and #75625.

It’s not too late to start your New Year resolutions with an exciting and engaging virtual fitness class! Seniors Come Share Society has collaborated with the City of Surrey, who will have trained instructors ready to guide you through the workout and make modifications for you, as you require them. All adults ages 55+ are welcome to join from the comfort of their home; all that is needed is a computer! If you do not have access to technology please contact us to get set up through our technology-lending program. Visit sharevirtually.com to register today and we hope to see you there! For additional support contact Isaiah Clemente at Isaiah.Clemente@comeshare.ca or call 604-531-9400 Ext. 220.

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. Services vary from community to community but may include the following:
• Friendly Visiting
• Transportation
• Light Housekeeping
• Grocery Shopping
To find out more about the services, please contact Simren at 604-536-9348.

Need help with your taxes? Our volunteers are ready to help again this year as tax season approaches! Taxes will be done free of charge starting March 1st until April 30th, call 604-531-9400 Ext. 216 to book your appointment. To qualify for this service you must:
• Be an adult age 55+
• Make less than $35,000
• Have a simple tax return
• No Foreign Pensions
• No Self Employment/Business Income
• No Taxable Capital Gains
Some exclusions do apply; please reach out to us to find out if you are eligible!

Social Prescribing is a pathway from your doctor or nurse practitioner’s office to local, non-clinical services for people who could use a little help connecting to their community or learning how to take care of their health and wellbeing. Due to Covid-19 the social prescribing program has been creatively adapted in order to continue supporting community members to meet health goals, connect with community resources and maintain wellbeing. Please call the program coordinator at 604-531-9400 ext. 204 or ask your Physician or Nurse Practitioner for more information.

In the month of March, students apply the program theory studied throughout their course, in the form of a community program! To provide an opportunity to work as a team to develop, deliver and evaluate a program for public/private/not-for-profit recreation agency in this case, Come Share Society. Each team is accountable to developing healthy teamwork (leading/following) skills, written and spoken communication, as well as organizational and planning skills. The students will also develop a community organization partnership and produce a high quality recreation experience for the community. If you want to contribute, you can email Isaiah for a survey to give ideas
Date and Info will be out soon! If you feel interested, contact Isaiah Clemente at Isaiah.Clemente@comeshare.ca or call 604-531-9400 Ext. 220.

Seniors Come Share Society allows individuals to stay engaged in the community even if it’s from the comfort of their own home. We offer programs that stimulate individual’s cognition, provide emotional support, food security and have them engaged in physical activities. Our priority is the well-being of the seniors in our community, therefore we take initiative in advocating for them and assisting them in navigating support. Visit comeshare.ca or SHAREvirtually.com for a list of our programs and events.

Walking Group (fast-paced): March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Walking Group (slow-paced): March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 from 9 AM – 10:30 AM. Caregiver Support Group: March 10 & 24 from 1:30 PM – 3 PM.
Fit 55+ Online Fitness Class: March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Zoom Bingo: March 30 from 1 PM – 2:15 PM. Zoom Trivia: February 31 from 1 PM – 3 PM.
Caregiver Support Group on March 3, 17, and 31.

Fibre is an important part of one’s diet at any age, but especially so in our senior years. It’s recommended that men over 50 should consume 30 g of fibre per day, and women over 50 should consume 21 g of fibre per day. Getting adequate fibre intake is crucial for many reasons, including maintaining digestive health, controlling blood sugar levels, maintaining a healthy weight, and lowering “bad” cholesterol levels. To increase your fibre intake, be sure to eat plenty of vegetables and fruits, nuts and seeds, whole grains, and beans and lentils, and drink plenty of water as well.

As we age, we are often at a higher risk for vision problems. While some age-related vision changes can be inevitable, others may be prevented or delayed by eating a nutritious diet. Foods that may help protect eye health as we age include: 1) Berries, currants, and grapes – contain anthocyanins, a powerful antioxidant. 2) Orange and red fruits and veggies – contain beta-carotene. 3) Fatty fish, nuts/seeds and plant oils – contain omega-3 fatty acids. 4) Citrus fruits, strawberries, and red peppers – contain vitamin C. 5) Leafy greens, squash, eggs, kiwi, and grapes – contain the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin.