Seniors News and Views for April
Thank you Volunteers! It is the time of year where we pay tribute to our fantastic volunteers. The Strathcona Centre relies on volunteers to make our centre shine! At the Strathcona Centre volunteers: deliver Meals on Wheels, support food services in the Bistro, greet patrons and make them feel welcome, help Wellness Wednesday events run smoothly and so much more!
The volunteers at the Strathcona Centre add experience, skills and unique perspective to our services and programs. They enhance the work that staff provide, and make a meaningful contribution to our centre.
If you would like to get involved and start serving with this great community of volunteers call Deidre at 403-5298384.
Good Friday closure
The Strathcona Centre will be closed on Good Friday, March 30 and will be open Easter Monday, April 2.
Meals for Men by Meadowlands
Are you a gentleman who lives alone? If so, you are invited to a special event on April 4 from 4-6 p.m. at Meadowlands. Attendees will make a meal to enjoy together and four more to take home. This month’s menu is Hashbrown Casserole. Cost is $10.
Registration required. To register please phone Shantel at 403-529-8368
Wellness Wednesday Events
Movie Matinee - “Wonder” - April 4 at 12:30 pm
Based on the beloved best-selling novel, “Wonder” follows the inspiring story of the Pullman family, whose youngest child, Auggie, is a boy born with facial differences. When Auggie enters mainstream elementary school for the first time, his extraordinary journey unites his family, his school, and his community, and proves that you can’t blend in when you were born to stand out. Oscar-winner Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, and Jacob Tremblay star in this heartwarming and uplifting film.
Supportive Counseling Services April
11, 9 a.m.-noon
Free telephone or in-person consultations with Medicine Hat Family Service professionals on stress management, family issues, or health and age-related losses.
Call 403-504-8026 (MH Family Service) for an appointment.
Wellness Wednesday Presentation April
18, 10 a.m. Supporting Your LGBTQ+ Loved Ones This session will help participants to: - Know the difference between sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
- Learn terminology used to describe sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
- Identify ways to create an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Explore ways to support LGBTQ people in the coming out process.
- Go over resources and supports for caregivers of LGBTQ+ children and youth DILLS - The Benefits of Keeping Your Brain Active April 25 10-11:30 a.m. In keeping with the spirit of Volunteer Week, April’s DILLS presentation takes a look at ways to keeping your brain challenged and be socially active. Being brain healthy is important at any age. Scientific research suggests that living a brain healthy life may reduce a person’s risk of developing dementia later in life. Participants will experience some activities aimed at social interaction and promoting connection between them. Volunteer Week, here we come, the social butterflies are amongst us.
Presented by Medicine Hat Family Service with funding made possible through the City of Medicine Hat and FCSS.
The Bistro at the Strathcona Centre
Friday - Hot Lunch Menu All meals come with Soup, Veggies and Dessert of the Day. April 6: Farmer Sausage & Perogies April 13: Sweet & Sour Pork April 20: Baked Salmon & Hollandaise April 27: Lasagna & Garlic Toast
Daily Sandwich Specials: Mondays: BBQ Pulled Pork
Tuesdays: Tuna Melt (Tuna, Red Onion, Pickles & Swiss) Wednesdays: Quiche Lorraine Thursdays: Chicken Parmesan
Canadian Volunteer Income Tax Program
Crestwood MB Church - 2348 Dunmore Rd. SE March 1- April 27 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays No Appointment Needed Married - $45, 000 or less yearly income - Free!
Single - $30,000 or less yearly income - Free!
Single Parent - $30,000 + $1,500 per child - Free!
Married with Children - $45,000 + $1,500 per child - Free!
Must have your income statements!
Memory Cafe
The Memory Café hosted by the Alzheimer’s Society takes place the last Thursday of each month at the Strathcona Centre Bistro from 9:30-11 a.m. Everyone Welcome!
Calling all bridge players!
Do you love the game and would you relish more time to play? Join the Friday Social Bridge Club on Fridays at 1:30 p.m.at the Strathcona Centre. A few tables are reserved for Bridge enthusiasts.
For more information call Ruth at 403-527-1048 or Laraine at 403-580-5008
Pocket Talkers
Are you having a hard time hearing the conversations around you? Try using a Pocket Talker! Pocket Talkers are great little devices that you can use when you are at the Strathcona Centre. Simply place the microphone on the table when you are playing cards or having lunch and either use a head set or place your t-coil enabled hearing aid to the T position. The pocket talker will eliminate a lot of the background noise that may affect your hearing. You can check them out from the receptionist for the duration of your visit.