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.
Community News
March 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 for Older Adults
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.
Product Review: Polyride Fe® Ultra
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.
Nutrition for Eye Health
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.
Prevent and Treat Iron Deficiency
1.85 million Canadians suffer from iron deficiency*.
To ensure that you aren’t one of those, speak to your healthcare provider to ensure that you are meeting your iron needs. Iron is found in specific food sources, however if you are not meeting your iron requirements, iron supplements are available. There’s a once daily dosing option with the highest amount of elemental heme iron, and better gastrointestinal tolerability available. You no longer have to suffer from the well-known side effects of iron supplements or take 2-3 capsules a day. Cheers to the Power of One.
HEMAFORTE 1™ can be purchased at www.hemaforte.ca
or your local pharmacy. Please give your pharmacist the product codes McKesson #146492 and #146497.
*5% of Canadians have iron deficiency, as per Statistics Canada reports. Statistics Canada. Iron Sufficiency of Canadians. Catalogue no. 82-003-XPE Health Reports, Vol. 23, no. 4. December 2012.
HEMAFORTE 1, Seaford Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Get your Hearing Checked!
Most people with hearing loss can be helped by daily use of properly chosen and properly fitted hearing aids. Current hearing aid technology is very sophisticated and effective. A trial period of several weeks with hearing aids allows you to experience amplification. Your hearing care professional will coach and explain the process as you go. If you suspect hearing loss, reach out to your local Hearing Care Professional for help with your hearing and have your hearing tested. We recommend that all adults over fifty years of age should have a baseline hearing test. Contact us for a complimentary hearing test and consultation.
Relocation Stress Syndrome
While remaining at home is possible for some seniors, many others may need to move to Independent Living with Services to get the best care possible. Since moving is a major life stressor, some seniors may experience relocation stress syndrome, with symptoms like confusion, loneliness, and anxiety. To help make the transition to assisted living as smooth as possible, it’s important to: 1) avoid rushing the process; 2) focus on their well-being; 3) make their new home look familiar with personal belongings; 4) help them get involved in their new community; and 5) ensure they have frequent visitors.
Call for Volunteers
Join us this year to make a difference in your community! Whether as a friendly visitor, a walking group leader, senior connector, a driver, income tax volunteer, or senior peer support, we are excited to see all the different gifts and talents you have to share! Contact Shannen, our Volunteer Coordinator, at [email protected] or call 604-531-9400 Ext. 203 for more information!
Telephone Tree
The Telephone Tree program offers support services to seniors over the phone. Our volunteers make weekly social calls offering clients a chance to be heard by providing emotional support, companionship and a sense of community. Volunteers can also provide you with information and referral services as well as keep you informed about the programs and events in the community. It’s a great way to stay connected with the community from your home. Call us today if you would like to receive weekly calls. For more information contact Shannen, our Volunteer Coordinator, at [email protected] or call 604-531-9400 Ext. 203.
Welcoming Back our Meal Program
Seniors Come Share Society is happy to announce that the revered Meal Program is back up and running! Virtual Lunch and Learn events will take place once a month, with a meal provided free of charge to all participants. Meal packages will be delivered by volunteers for those living in the South Surrey/White Rock area and available for pickup at the South Surrey Come Share site if you are located outside of this region. Please contact our lovely new Meal Programs Coordinator, Nicole Worden, at [email protected] or call 604-531-9400 Ext. 207 if you are interested in joining or would like to learn more.
