SILVER THREADS SERVICE

CONNECTING DURING COVID

With COVID cases increasing in our community, it is a challenge to keep connected to others if you are relying on face-to-face meetings. It is becoming clear that we all need to look to other ways to talk to friends and family, and groups. Now might be the time to learn how to zoom!

What exactly is Zoom? It is a computer program that allows you to meet using this video conferencing tool. It is like a phone call where you can see the person or persons you are talking with. You are able to both see and hear friends, and it is a good option to consider.

To use Zoom you will need either your smart phone, a tablet, a laptop or computer with a camera, speakers and microphone. Zoom works on both Apple and Android operating systems. (If you don’t know what that means no worries!)

If you are familiar with using email, you are halfway there, and our staff at Silver Threads Service would be able to provide support and instruction to teach you how to use zoom. You wouldn’t even have to come in, although in person meetings are available.

Silver Threads Service has been serving seniors (55 years and better) for 65 years. We offer two locations: our centre in Saanich is at 286 Hampton Road, and the Victoria Centre is at 1911 Quadra and membership is valid at both.

The benefit of learning Zoom - aside from amazing your family members - is being able to have social connections and good conversations again. As well, Silver Threads Service offers a number of online classes using Zoom that include Brain Games, Travel Series and more. Call our Victoria Centre at 250 388-4268 for more information. Give it a try, Zoom just may work for you! We are here to help.

Memory PLUS Challenge Zoom Word Scramble

Memory PLUS is a Silver Threads Service program for those 55+ who would like to increase their memory in an active and social group setting. The PLUS stands for Practice, Laughter, Useful Strategies. We are now offering in person classes. Call 250 388-4268 or visit silverthreadsservice.ca for more information.

We encourage you to exercise your brain by solving an all about Zoom meeting.

1. iwfi _ _ _ _

2. altetb _ _ _ _ _ _

3. ieovd _ _ _ _ _

4. emlia _ _ _ _ _

5. tshca _ _ _ _ _

6. nienol _ _ _ _ _ _

7. maarec _ _ _ _ _ _ _

8. colsia ______

9. turiavl _______