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Sep 25, 2023
Collaborative Food Security in Saanich
September 25, 2023 Media Release Saanich, BC - Saanich Volunteer Services Society is working to support food security in Saanich through...
Aug 31, 2023
Meet our New Staff at the AGM
Come to our AGM!
Jul 30, 2021
529 Bike Registry Program
Article by Saanich Police Constable Erin Wagg In 2013, Project 529 set out to create a sustainable program to help reduce bike theft,...
Jul 23, 2021
Summer Reads for Seniors
The Greater Victoria Public Library has extended their hours at all of their branches! GVPL Customer Service Line 250 940-4875 The GVPL...
Jul 5, 2021
Irish Soda Bread Recipe
Try out this recipe for Irish Soda Bread, contributed by Louise, one of our passionate, long-time volunteers. We love you Louise!
Jun 28, 2021
Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
The summertime is a time of fun and relaxation for most people. But for seniors, the heat and sun can be dangerous if the proper...
Feb 28, 2021
Chair Exercises
Needing to move a little? Here are some easy exercises you can do from the safety of your own home to keep up your flexibility, strength...
Feb 10, 2021
Maintaining Positive Mental Health
Tips for maintaining positive mental health from our Client Services Coordinator, Linda Dawson Reid In the long, dark days of winter and...
Oct 4, 2020
Good Reads for Seniors
The Greater Victoria Public Library has adapted its services during the pandemic. You can pick up items you have put on hold and browse a...
Sep 16, 2020
Senior Peer 1 to 1 Support Program
If you, or someone you know is 55+ and experiencing: • Loneliness and isolation • Loss & grief • Health related challenges and aging...
Sep 1, 2020
Senior Services Directory
The 2021-2022 Senior Services Directory, created by the Seniors Serving Seniors Association of British Columbia, is now available The...
Jun 29, 2020
What to do After a Loved One Passes Away
Service BC has launched a new website with resources for after a loved one passes away including: •How to honour someone's wishes & get...
Jun 23, 2020
Website for Victoria Seniors made by Local Seniors
Local Victoria seniors have created a website, wellandtrulygrey.com, for other seniors. We love the initiative!
Jun 16, 2020
Free Aging and Health Management Programs
Self-Management BC, run by the University of Victoria's Institute on Aging & Lifelong Health, runs free programs in a number of Vancouver...
Jun 9, 2020
SeniorsBC.ca
Did you know that the Government of British Columbia has set up SeniorsBC.ca to help older adults to find resources for planning and...
Jun 8, 2020
Book Recommendation
What have you been reading during the lockdown? Share your book reviews and recommendations with us! Thank you to seniors101.ca for...
May 5, 2020
Getting Food During Lockdown: Affordable Meal Services in Victoria
For many of us, this pandemic has become a time to get creative at home and try out new recipes, but there are other options out there if...
Apr 14, 2020
Local Mental Health Resource Booklet
“We can’t let social distancing become isolation” – Health Minister Adrian Dix. March 26/20. If you want to help the seniors you know,...
Mar 30, 2020
Safe Seniors, Strong Community
Available by simply dialing 211, the Safe Seniors program provides support and resources to older adults living at home who are isolated...
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