Skin cancer is one of the most common and preventable forms of cancer. Apply SPF of at least 30 to 50—every two to four hours you are outdoors or riding in a car. Routinely wearing a quality pair of sunglasses protects the eyes from cataracts, a condition common among older adults. Look for a pair with a label showing they block 100% of UVA and UVB rays. As we grow older, the body doesn’t adjust to changes in temperature and humidity as quickly as in younger days. This puts seniors at higher risk for dehydration and sun-related illnesses, like heat stroke – so make sure to keep hydrated!

Some forgetfulness is a normal part of growing older, but it’s important to be aware of changes in your loved one’s memory and signs of a more serious memory loss condition. If your loved one has a degenerative condition like Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, an early diagnosis can give you and your loved one time to develop a long-term care plan that honors their care wishes. Sudden changes to your loved one’s personality are often another sign that something’s not right. These changes can include anxiety, paranoia, depression, and socially inappropriate behaviors, as well as sudden mood swings and physical aggression.

July 2: Exercise Club from 11am-12pm
July 6: Free Legal Clinic
July 8: Photography Club from 11am-12pm
July 9: Exercise Club from 11am-12pm
July 15: Photography Club from 11am-12pm
July 22: At Your Service: Introduction to local non-profits from 1pm-2:30pm
July 22: Photography Club from 11am-12pm
July 28: Free Legal Clinic
July 29: Zumba from 1pm-2:30pm
July 29: Photography Club from 11am-12pm
For more information or to register please contact Simren at 604-531-9400 ext. 201
*Please note: Due to Covid, events are currently being offered virtually*

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. It provides support to seniors who could use a little help connecting to their community or learning how to take care of their health and wellbeing.

We know the expenses involved in legal services, which is why Seniors Come Share Society offers free legal clinics twice a month. This 30 minute session allows you to speak to our lawyer regarding POA and other matters related to Wills and Estates. Limited spots available. To sign up, please contact 604-531-9400 ext. 201.

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.

Due to the pandemic, we redesigned our Meal Program and now offer online workshops and programs that encourage healthy eating, improving food security and food accessibility, as well as fostering connections among older adults. Seniors and their family members can join us from the comfort of their home via zoom for live concerts, nutrition programs, virtual cooking classes, and gardening workshops provided in collaboration with A Rocha Canada. All participants in our virtual cooking programs receive a free meal kit with an easy to follow recipe card and fresh ingredients delivered bi-weekly to their door by our volunteers. We also deliver nutritious frozen meals to those in need. Our Frozen Meal Delivery Program, in partnership with Kent Street Activity Centre in White Rock, has been enthusiastically received by seniors who are unable or prefer not to shop and cook for themselves. Meal deliveries would not be possible without our dedicated and hardworking volunteers who give countless kilometers and hours of their time to make sure seniors receive nutritious food. We could not do it without them! To inquire or to order please call Denisa at 604-531-9400 ext. 207.

A small donation can make a huge difference in the lives of our seniors. We encourage you to donate so we can continue providing services for the seniors most in need at this time. Ways to donate: Online: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/m/36058/donation Mail: 15008 26 Ave. Surrey, B.C. V4P 3H5 By phone: 604-531-2502 ext. 209

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.

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.