2020 Seniors Calendar - City of Fort Saskatchewan
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2020 Seniors Calendar
The City of Fort Saskatchewan is proud to be home to residents that value community and have contributed so greatly to all that we are today. As we grow in numbers and in age there are resources and services we may be ready to access. Family and Community Support Services hopes that this calendar can provide information as well as connection to those services in the community. Thank you all for choosing Fort Saskatchewan as your home.
Decluttering
It’s a new year and a perfect time to
organize your home.
Consider these ideas:
• Purge & declutter often. Remove 10
articles of clothing from your closet
that you no longer wear. Remove
decorations from shelves, tables
and walls that aren’t meaningful.
Discard items you don’t use, if
you’re not using it now you won’t
need it later.
• Fold & put away clean clothes
immediately, remove any dirty
clothes to laundry hamper right
away.
• If you want to keep that souvenir
mug just limit it to 1 or 2.
• Once you’ve finished with your
magazine or newspaper recycle it
immediately.
• Be choosy about what you allow
in the home. Remember the
replacement rule if one thing
comes in one must leave.
January 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4
New Year’s Day
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Pioneer House Pioneer House
Games Begin Luncheon 12PM
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Caregiver Support Pioneer House
Group 1PM Luncheon 12PM
26 27 28 29 30 31
Pioneer House Parkinson’s
AGM Support Group 1PM
Did you know that the Silver Sneakers program allows for seniors to walk the track at the Dow Centennial Centre for just $1 anytime that the facility is
open? What a great way to keep moving all year round! Check out the Fort Saskatchewan Leisure Guide for great fitness opportunities.
Pioneer House
Club 50
Residents 50 and better form an active,
vibrant and appreciated segment of
community life in Fort Saskatchewan.
Many enjoy meeting one another at
the Pioneer House Drop-in Centre, a
comfortable facility where friends can
visit, watch television or just relax and
read a book.
Drop-ins of all ages are always
welcome. Visitors will find a hot cup of
coffee waiting and a host or hostess
to greet you and answer questions.
Volunteers with the Pioneer House
host pancake breakfasts, BBQ’s,
perogy suppers and biweekly soup
and sandwich luncheons. The Pioneer
House offers a number of services
including income tax assistance and
health services, such as foot care
and blood pressure clinics. As well a
variety of recreational activities and
games take place daily.
Hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Monday to Friday.
10102 – 100 Avenue, Fort Saskatchewan
Phone: (780) 998-3898
February 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Pioneer House Pioneer House
Luncheon Floor Curling
Groundhog Day 12PM Tournament
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Valentine’s Day
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
Pioneer House
Caregiver Support Registration Luncheon
Family Day Group 1PM Day @ DCC 6-8PM 12PM
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
Parkinson’s
Support Group 1PM
To learn more about the free tax preparation clinic call The Pioneer House at (780) 998-3898.
Preventing Fraud
When sending and checking emails, be
aware that some emails are designed
to look like they come from well-known
businesses, financial institutions and
government agencies in an attempt
to collect personal and financial
information. Here are some tips to
keep you safe;
• Never e-mail personal or financial
information.
• Avoid links in an e-mail claiming to
bring you to a secure site.
• Look at a website’s address line
and verify if it displays a different
address mentioned in the email.
To report a scam or for more
information: Fort Saskatchewan RCMP
(780) 992-6100 or Canadian Anti-Fraud
Centre 1 (888) 495-8501
March 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Pioneer House
Luncheon 12PM
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Daylight Savings
Time Begins
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
St. Patrick’s Day
Caregiver Support Pioneer House
group 1PM Luncheon 12PM
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
Parkinson’s
Support group 1PM
29 30 31
Caregiver Support Group - Do you care for an aging parent, spouse, friend or other person close to you? You are a caregiver. Would you like to connect with
other people in similar situations? Join us for caring and sharing once per month to share your experiences and learn from one another in a safe, supportive
environment. Takes place on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Pioneer House.
Volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to
make community connections, gain
experience and give back to your
community.
• Volunteer at City Events like
Youthfest, Legacy Park Family
Festival, Canada Day, Movie Under
the Stars, Sheep Leaving Parade
and Deadwood.
• Volunteer for a City Program like
Whipper Snippers or Snow Angels.
• Experience our vibrant cultural
family at the Shell Theatre through
volunteering.
• Get involved with one of our many
non-profit groups like Families
First, Boys and Girls Club, Fort
Saskatchewan Food Bank or Fort
Saskatchewan Furniture Bank.
April 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4
Pioneer House
Luncheon 12PM
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Good Friday
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Pioneer House
Easter Sunday Easter Monday Luncheon 12PM
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Pioneer House
National Caregiver Support Floor Curling
Volunteer Week Group 1PM Tournament
26 27 28 29 30
Parkinson’s Pioneer House
Support group 1PM Luncheon 12PM
Did you know the City of Fort Saskatchewan runs a volunteer program called Whipper Snippers – Whipper Snippers is a volunteer service program where
individuals, organizations, businesses, families, and groups of youth can commit to assisting with yard maintenance for local residents in need. If you would like to
volunteer or you are a local resident in need of assistance with your yard work, contact Family and Community Support Services at (780) 992-6267.
Maintaining
Mental Wellness
It is so important to monitor our overall
mental and emotional health. Some
of the most common mental health
issues in the elderly population include
depression, anxiety, dementia and
addiction. Below are some tips for
looking after your mental well-being:
• Eat a healthy diet.
• Stay physically active.
• Maintain good sleeping habits.
• Exercise your mind.
• Take care of your medical issues
right away.
• Stay involved – joining a club and
or volunteering helps you feel
connected and boosts your self-
esteem.
• Talk with your doctor. Don’t be
afraid to talk about it.
Seek additional assistance. The City of
Fort Saskatchewan offers counselling
services with registered psychologists.
Contact FCSS at (780) 992-6267 for
more information.
May 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Pioneer House
Pancake Breakfast
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Pioneer House
Mother’s Day Luncheon 12PM
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
Caregiver Support Toxic Roundup
Victoria Day Group 1PM Transfer Station
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
31 Parkinson’s
Pioneer House
BBQ Luncheon
Support Group 1PM 12PM
Fort Saskatchewan Meal on Wheels delivers meals to Fort Saskatchewan residents who find meal preparation difficult. The meals are prepared by Dr. Turner
Lodge and delivered weekdays over the lunch hour. Call (780) 992-6267 for more information or to start the service.
Gardening
Gardening is a great way for aging
bodies to get a moderate-intense
aerobic workout, shed calories, stay
flexible and aid in mental wellness.
Follow these tips to make your
gardening experience more enjoyable:
• Create raised beds to improve
drainage and make harvesting
easier.
• Plant in resin or foam-walled
containers to reduce the weight of
each planter.
• Utilize kneeling benches,
ergonomic tools and rolling
scooters that allow for both
storage and seating.
• Bend at the knees and hip to avoid
injury.
• Work in the morning and evenings
when the sun is low and it’s coolest
outside.
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of
water.
• Wear sturdy shoes, a hat,
sunscreen and gardening gloves.
• Enjoy the fruits of your labour!
June 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5 6
Legacy Park
Senior’s Week! Family Festival
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
World Elder Abuse Caregiver Support Pioneer House
Awareness Day group 1PM 90th Birthday Party
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Father’s Day
National Indigenous Parkinson’s
People’s Day Support Group
28 29 30
Deadline for Special
Needs Assistance
Submissions
The Sheep of Fort Saskatchewan have been keeping the grass trim in City parks for 27 years. The sheep return Saturday, June 6 to Legacy Park. You can visit our
sheep June 6 – September 7, 2020, Thursday to Sunday & Stat holidays from 1:00 – 8:00 pm at the Fort Heritage Precinct,10006 – 100 ave. Hope to see ewe there.
Seniors Financial
Programs
• Old Age Security: A monthly benefit
available to seniors aged 65 and
older who meet the Canadian legal
status and residence requirements.
• Guaranteed Income Supplement:
A monthly non-taxable benefit for
OAS pension recipients who have
a low income and are living in
Canada.
• Seniors Benefit: A Provincial
subsidy granted to seniors that
meet the income criteria. This can
be applied for after your Federal
pensions are in place.
• The Allowance for the Survivor:
A monthly benefit available to
individuals aged 60 to 64 who
have a low income, who are living
in Canada, and whose spouse or
common-law partner has died.
July 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4
Canada Day
Pioneer House
Beef on a Bun
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 31
To learn more about the application process for financial programs, contact your local Family and Community Support Services at (780) 992-6267.
Computer Safety
Practicing cyber safety is very
important to protecting your identity
and sensitive personal information.
Below are some helpful tips:
• Create strong passwords. A strong
password contains a mix of letters,
numbers and symbols and is at least
12 characters long.
• Secure access to your accounts.
Passwords can be stolen so adding
two-step authentication to accounts
provides a second layer of protection.
• Think before you act. Emails that
create a sense of urgency such as a
problem with your bank account or
taxes is likely a scam. Call your bank
directly to verify.
• If you aren’t sure why you got a link, or
an email looks unusual, just delete it.
• Limit what you are sharing in emails
or on social media. Adjust your
privacy settings to avoid sharing your
location.
• Use security software.
• Log out when you are done using a
website or app.
• Consider support from other adult
family members or grandchildren who
are more tech savvy.
For more helpful information visit
www.protectseniorsonline.com
August 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Heritage Day
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Movie Under the
Stars – Legacy
Park
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 31 Registration Day
@ DCC
The Fort Saskatchewan Library offers free access to computers and the internet. They also offer many educational classes and groups that are open and free to
the public. Check them out at www.fspl.ca to learn more.
“The very existence of libraries affords the best evidence that we may yet have hope for the future of man”
—T.S. EliotRecycling
The City of Fort Saskatchewan began
their curbside recycling program
in June of 2018. Below are some
helpful hints for sorting your organics,
garbage and recycling:
Organics
• Food waste, kitchen scraps
• Meat, dairy, bones
• Yard waste, grass clippings
• Soiled paper products
• Greasy pizza boxes
• Compostable bags
Garbage
• Meat trays/liners
• Nails, screws, nuts, bolts
• Metallic or shiny materials
• Styrofoam
• Vacuum bags
• Dryer sheets
Recycling
• Paper
• Cardboard
• Tin/aluminum cans and containers
• Rigid plastic packaging
For more information got to
www.fortsask.ca/en/living-here/waste-
and-recycling
September 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Labour Day
Sheep Leaving Pioneer House
Parade Games Begin
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Caregiver Support Pioneer House Pioneer House
Grandparent’s Day Group 1PM Luncheon 12PM Pancake Breakfast
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
Parkinson’s
Support Group 1PM
27 28 29 30
Have you ridden the FST Green Route? This transit route is dedicated to those stops that older adults may require. The green route operates every 40
minutes between 10 A.M. – 2 P.M. Tuesdays and Thursdays only. For more information on all the FST routes, times and fares please go to
www.fortsask.ca/en/living-here/transit.Primary
Care Network
The Alberta Heartland Primary Care
Network offers a variety of health
supports that work together to ensure
the best care for patients. The team
is comprised of doctors, nurses,
dieticians, social workers, occupational
therapists, psychologists, pharmacists,
and an exercise specialist. Some of the
programs offered include:
• Heart Health And Cardiac Rehab
• Mental Health Support
• Senior’s Health Clinic (Geriatric
Assessment Services)
• Prescription to Get Active
• Respiratory Services
For more information on the programs
listed or others provided please
contact the Fort Saskatchewan Office
at (780) 997-0046.
October 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3
Pioneer House
Luncheon 12PM
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Fire Prevention
Week Oct 4-10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
Pioneer House
Thanksgiving Luncheon 12PM
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Caregivers Support
Group 1PM
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Parkinson’s Pioneer House
Support Group 1PM Luncheon 12PM Halloween
Did you know the City of Fort Saskatchewan runs a volunteer program called Snow Angels? Snow Angels is a volunteer service program where
individuals, organizations, businesses, families, and groups of youth can commit to assisting with snow removal for local residents in need. If you
would like to volunteer or you are a local resident in need of assistance with your snow removal, contact Family and Community Support Services
at (780) 992-6623.Falls Prevention
Anyone can fall. But as we age, our risk
of falling becomes greater. That’s the
bad news.
The good news is that falls can be
prevented. The first step to avoiding
falls is to understand what causes
them. For example, poor balance,
decreased muscle and bone strength,
reduced vision or hearing, and unsafe
conditions in and around your home
can increase your chance of falling.
Staying safe and on your feet is a
matter of taking some steps to
protect yourself.
You can prevent falls by making the
needed adjustments to your home and
lifestyle, and by making sure you eat
well, stay fit, and use whatever devices
will facilitate your daily life while
keeping you safe. Your independence
and well-being are at stake.
Take action!
To learn more about falls prevention
speak to your doctor or visit
www.findingbalance.ca
November 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Falls Prevention Month
Daylight Savings Pioneer House
Time Ends Perogy Dinner
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Pioneer House
Remembrance Day Luncheon 12PM
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
Lights Up at City Hall
Caregiver Support Enchanted
Group 1PM Forest Begins
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
Parkinson’s Pioneer House
Support Group Luncheon 12PM
29 30
“You don’t stop laughing when you grow old, you grow old when you stop laughing.”
—George Bernard Shaw
“Getting old is like climbing a mountain; you get a little out of breath, but the view is much better!”
—Ingrid BergmanCooking For One
Cooking for 1 or 2 can be daunting
but it doesn’t have to be. You can still
prepare healthy and tasty meals on a
budget. Some simple rules for eating
healthy include:
• Make a meal plan and write it down
for the entire week. Do your grocery
shopping from this plan.
• Prep versatile ingredients for the
week. Wash and chop vegetables,
cook some rice or pasta and then
store in the refrigerator in tightly
sealed containers.
• Prepare complete balanced meals
when you have the most energy.
This may mean you have your main
meal at lunch.
• Freeze leftovers for another day in
single portions to be taken out and
quickly thawed on a day when you
just don’t feel like cooking.
December 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Pioneer House
Luncheon 12PM
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Caregiver Support
Group 1PM
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
Parkinson’s
Support Group Christmas Eve Christmas Day Boxing Day
27 28 29 30 31
New Years Eve
Have you visited our Enchanted Forests? Located at City Hall, the Public Library, the Dow Centennial Centre and the Sherritt Cultural Pavilion from
Friday, Nov 20 to Tuesday, Jan 7, 2021. Come view all the spectacular trees decorated by our local community groups and business partners.HELP FOR 24 HOUR AND EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Addiction Helpline (Alberta Health Services) ___________________________1-866-332-2322
SENIORS: Crisis/Distress Line (Alberta Health Services) ___________________________ 780-342-7777
Distress Line (Canadian Mental Health) _________________________________ 780-482-4357
Fire, Police, Ambulance __________________________________________________________ 911
A Fort Saskatchewan Health Link/ Health Advice _______________________________________________________ 811
Resource List Home Care (Alberta Health Services) ___________________________________ 780-496-1300
RCMP Non-Emergency (24 hour complaint line) _________________________ 780-992-6100
WE CAN HELP Victim Services ________________________________________________________ 780-997-7955
Family and Community Support REGULAR HOURS AND NON-EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Services of Fort Saskatchewan FCSS PROGRAMMING
10005 100Avenue Caregiver Support Group _______________________________________________ 780-992-6267
Counselling and Grief Support Services (FCSS) _________________________ 780-992-6267
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta T8L 0G6
Family and Community Services _______________________________________ 780-992-6267
780-992-6267 Home Support (Home Cleaning) _______________________________________ 780-992-6267
www.fortsask.ca/residents/family- Lawn & Snow Assistance ______________________________________________ 780-992-6267
community-support-services-fcss Senior’s Outreach Program _____________________________________________ 780-992-6267
fcssinfo@fortsask.ca
FORT SASKATCHEWAN BUSINESSES AND SERVICES
Adult Day Support Program ____________________________________________ 780-998-7678
Adult Literacy Program ________________________________________________ 780-992-6281
City of Fort Saskatchewan _____________________________________________ 780-992-6200
Dow Centennial Centre _________________________________________________ 780-992-6400
Dr. T.W.E. Henry House _________________________________________________ 780-221-2503
Driving Miss Daisy _____________________________________________________ 780-997-0035
Family Violence Prevention Program ___________________________ 780-998-5595 Ext. 222
Food Bank _____________________________________________________________ 780-998-4099
Fort Saskatchewan Public Library ______________________________________ 780-998-4275
Fort Saskatchewan Transit _____________________________________________ 780-992-6218
Handicapped Parking Placards (Farnese Insurance) _____________________ 780-998-0252
Harbour Pool __________________________________________________________ 780-992-6162
Health Unit ____________________________________________________________ 780- 342-2366
Heartland Housing Foundation _________________________________________ 780-400-3500
Meals on Wheels ______________________________________________________ 780-992-6267
Pioneer House Club 50 ________________________________________________ 780-998-3898
Primary Care Network _________________________________________________ 780-997-0046
Royal Canadian Legion #27 _____________________________________________ 780-998-3466
Special Transportation Services Society (STSS) _________________________ 780-940-5247
Wecan Food Basket Society ____________________________________________ 780-998-5595
OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Addictions & Mental Health Services ___________________________________ 780-342-3373
Alberta Aids to Daily Living _____________________________________________ 780-427-0731
Alberta Caregivers Association _________________________________________ 780-453-5088
Alzheimer Society _____________________________________________________ 780-488-2266
Assured Income for the Severely Handicap (AISH) ______________________ 780-644-9992
Canada Pension Plan _________________________________________________1-800-277-9914
Guaranteed Income Supplement ______________________________________1-800-277-9914
Legal Aid Alberta ______________________________________________________ 780-427-7575
Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee _______________________________ 780-427-2744
Old Age Security Pension (OAS) ______________________________________ 1-800-277-9914
CITY OF
FORT SASKATCHEWAN Seniors Benefit Program _______________________________________________ 780-644-9992
Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) ________________________________________1-800-522-2122Thank You
To Everyone
Who Made
This Project
Possible
The City of Fort Saskatchewan
Alberta Heartland Primary Care
Network
The Pioneer House Club 50
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