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22 MAR / APR Cover: Keeping Connected luncheon guests sharing a meal — Feature Article: Keeping Connected for Mind, Body, and Spirit page 13 — Find Hours of Operation on page 3
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Westerleigh: 604.922.9888 | Cedar Springs: 604.986.3633 | Summerhill: 604.980.6525
695 21st Street WELCOME TO THE SCENE
West Vancouver, BC V7V 4A7
Phone 604-925-7280 BECOME A SAC MEMBER!
This bi-monthly publication is
Fax 604-925-5935
available in print and online. Purchase your annual membership
EDITORIAL
Web westvancouver.ca/seniors
The publication dates are: today at the front desk and ask
Jan/Feb, Mar/Apr, May/Jun, about the many benefits!
HOURS OF OPERATION
Jul/Aug, Sep/Oct, and Nov/Dec. (Cost: $38). Non-members are
Registered Programs
welcome to participate in some
Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. We also print and post online an
Friday & Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. programs at a higher rate. Ask at the
update of events and activities
Sunday CLOSED front desk. If you see a non-member
happening at our Centre.
CAFETERIA & TAKE-OUT rate listed next to a program this
FOOD SERVICE This update is called E-news and means that the program is open to
Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. includes last-minute changes and non-members (space-permitting).
(Lunch service 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.) information about items that have
Saturday – Sunday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please register for all classes,
been added after The Scene's
(Take-out food service only) workshops and lectures. We no longer
publishing date. E-news comes out in
allow drop-ins to ensure that we have
SENIORS’ HELPLINE 604–925–7280 Feb, Apr, June, Aug, Oct, and Dec.
Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. the numbers for physical distancing.
Friday & Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. To receive the E-news to
DID YOU KNOW?
your email inbox sign up
Please note the following closures: 55+ adults are welcome to participate
at the front desk or email
Fri, April 15 (Good Friday) in all programs listed in the Adult 19+
leisureguide@westvancouver.ca.
Sun, April 17 (Easter Sunday) section of the Leisure Guide.
EDITORIAL
REFUNDS
Editors Sabina Kasprzak, Michiko Araki
Advertising Sabina Kasprzak Full Refunds will be given for withdrawals Pro-rated Refunds will be given for
made by the following withdrawal deadlines: withdrawals up to the end of the day of the
Publisher District of West Vancouver second class of the program for registered
Print Still Creek Press • One hour (60 min) notice required for:
and sessional programs. No refunds after the
individual activities: group fitness, yoga,
Cover file photo (2021) supplied by second class of the program.
cyclefit, adult sports, noon-hour hockey,
Sabina Kasprzak and pottery studio time. No Refunds will be given for birthday parties.
Personal Training sessions are non-refundable
• 24 hours notice required for registered and
ENQUIRIES & ADVERTISING but may be rescheduled without charge if a
sessional programs.
minimum of 24-hours notice is given.
For advertising inquiries and questions • 48 hours notice required for: Youth dances,
Medical Refunds will be given if you are sick
about The Scene magazine, contact and select Youth out-trips and programs.
or unable to attend a program or camp for
Sabina at 604-925-7285 or • 72 hours notice required for: one-day medical reasons. Please call customer service
leisureguide@westvancouver.ca. programs, aquatic certifications, leadership at 604-925-7270 before the start of the class
programs, camp dailies, massage, Pro-D so another person can take your place and a
Disclaimer: Day Camps, and workshops. pro-rated refund can be issued for the
Advertising in The Scene magazine does remainder of the program. No refunds will be
• Winter/Spring Break & Summer Camp
not constitute endorsement of the content given for individual missed classes.
Refunds will be given for withdrawals
by the District of West Vancouver. requested by the end of business day on Cancellation Refunds will be given for any
the Wednesday a week prior to the start of programs cancelled by Community Services.
the camp. If a class is cancelled owing to inclement
weather or for any other reason, you will be
• Event, Trip, and Seniors' Dance Refunds
ON THE COVER contacted prior to the class and a refund (full
will be given for withdrawals requested by
or pro-rated) will be issued. Please ensure
Keeping Connected luncheon guests the end of business day on the Wednesday
that your account has a phone number you
sharing a meal in 2021. a week prior to the start of the trip/event/
can be reached at, or call 604-925-7270 to
dance. Exceptions may apply.
update your contact information.
Please check at registration.
FitPass and Pottery Pass Refunds A pro-rated
RECOGNITION OF FUNDING DONORS refund will be given to Annual FitPass holders
Your donations to the Seniors’ after a minimum of five (5) months. No
Activity Centre make a difference refunds will be given for one-month, three-
to our Centre and its members— month or 10-visit FitPasses and Pottery
thank you for your generosity! Passes. No extensions.
VISIT US ONLINE WESTVANCOUVER.CA/SENIORS 3
MESSAGE FROM THE ADVISORY BOARD CHAIR
Hooray! I believe the end is in sight. It was two years ago this March that
we had a lockdown. And of course, we didn’t know what to expect. But we
came through it. We got our vaccinations, wore our masks, had meetings
online as well as our exercise classes. Congratulations.
EDITORIAL
And a very big thank-you to the staff at the Seniors’ Activity Centre. They
were there for us. We were able to get the meals out to our neighbours
who were isolated and experienced food insecurity. Meals were also
prepared for us to take home and enjoy. Although many of our programs
were scaled down, I am especially proud of the fact that the Keeping
Connected and rehab programs continued as much as possible. The staff
once again were there for those who needed that extra support.
While the last couple of years did see a decline in our volunteer
contingency owing to the pandemic, a very big thank you to those
Sheilah Grant | Chair volunteers who still came to the Centre and helped. April is the time of
year when we recognize all volunteers, so thank-you to everyone who
continue to support the Centre.
Lastly, I would like to offer my sincere thanks to the Advisory Board
members who worked so hard during this difficult past year. They provided
excellent leadership that makes our Centre one of the best in the country.
It has been my privilege to have worked with such dedicated individuals.
— Sheilah
MESSAGE FROM SENIOR MANAGER, COMMUNITY SERVICES &
THE RECREATION SUPERVISOR
Spring is in the air at the Seniors’ Activity Centre (SAC) and staff are
excited to continue the reopening of the Centre’s programs, coffee bar and
cafeteria, the renovation of our new dedicated Rehabilitation Studio and
the renovation of the new Fabric Arts & Crafts Room.
March is always filled with excitement in anticipation of the SAC Annual
General Meeting (March 9) and April is when we celebrate our esteemed
Jill Lawlor Davida Witala volunteers during Volunteer Appreciation Week and Volunteer Awards
Senior Manager, Community (April 26), as well as Easter weekend. Keep an eye out for the Garden Side
Community Recreation Café’s special Easter menu which will surely delight your taste buds.
Services
Supervisor We are also looking for volunteers to help with the patio garden beds as
we plant herbs and vegetables for our summer harvest. Watch for the patio
to reopen and for our bird feeders to return to their usual buzz of activity
with our cheerful feathered guests. Wishing everyone a warm welcome
back and a happy and healthy start to spring!
— Jill & Davida
4 SENIORS’ SCENE | MARCH – APRIL 2022
OUR PROGRAM COORDINATORS
SAC COORDINATORS
VOLUNTEERS INDOOR & OUTDOOR
Crystal Lan PROGRAMS & TRANSPORTATION
Volunteer Caroline Brandson
Assistant Program Coordinator Programs and
604-925-7288 Transportation Coordinator
scvolunteers@westvancouver.ca 604–925–7230
cbrandson@westvancouver.ca
SUPPORT SERVICES SUPPORT SERVICES
John Lait Hannah Rennie
Seniors‘ Support Services Seniors' Support Services
Program Coordinator Assistant Program Coordinator
604-925-7287 604–925–7287
jlait@westvancouver.ca hrennie@westvancouver.ca
OUTREACH PROGRAMS & OUTREACH PROGRAMS &
SPECIAL SERVICES SPECIAL SERVICES
Helen Murphy Stephanie Jordan
Seniors’ Advocate & Outreach Seniors’ Advocate & Outreach
Program Coordinator Program Coordinator
604-925-7211 604-925-7208
hmurphy@westvancouver.ca sjordan@westvancouver.ca
HEALTH & FITNESS FITNESS PROGRAMS
Eric Bagnall Jenna Kurylo
Health & Fitness Program Coordinator
Acting Supervisor Group Exercise & Yoga
604–921–2903 604-925-7231
ebagnall@westvancouver.ca jkurylo@westvancouver.ca
REHABILITATION PROGRAMS FOOD SERVICES
Dave Thomson Lou Novosad
Program Coordinator – Food Service
Rehabilitation Program Coordinator
604–921–2169 604 925-7122
dthomson@westvancouver.ca lnovosad@westvancouver.ca
VISIT US ONLINE WESTVANCOUVER.CA/SENIORS 5
VOLUNTEERS
Make new friends and have a National Volunteer
VOLUNTEERS
positive impact on your community! Appreciation Week
April 24 – 30
Thanks to all the volunteers who
provide services to seniors and people We have a number of fun
in need in our community during the activities planned to celebrate
pandemic. We would not have been our volunteers! The four-punch
able to provide the amazing services passes will be available for
that we currently offer to our volunteers who have
community without your help. Join our contributed hours since May
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 2021—the passes will be valid
team of dedicated volunteers today!
Give back by volunteering at for a year. If you have
The Centre is currently operating with the Seniors' Activity Centre contributed volunteer hours
volunteers in essential positions. We today! Volunteers are urgently since May 2021, obtain your
are following all the recommended needed to support the Seniors' volunteer goodie bag by
safety protocols. If you are Activity Centre cafeteria in a registering using activity code
volunteering with us, and suddenly variety of positions: 94736.
cannot make your shift, please call
Volunteer Services at 604-925-7288, MORNINGS
or text 604-202-8694, or call the • Café opener
Mon – Fri, 8 to 11 a.m. Long Term Service Awards and
Seniors’ Activity Centre during office
• Baker's support Wall of Acclaim
hours at 604-925-7280.
Mon – Fri, 8 to 10 a.m. Join us in celebrating and appreciating
• Food packers volunteers who have gone above and
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Mon – Fri, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. beyond! We thank our volunteers for
If you are interested in joining our and Sat, 9 to 11 a.m. their continued service in increments
volunteer team, please ensure you • Delivery team of 5 years (5, 10, 15, all the way up to
have a BC Care Card or BC Services Mon, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 35 years).
Card with Personal Health Number If you think you are eligible but have
before signing up for an upcoming MID-DAY AND AFTERNOONS
• Dishwasher assistants not received an invitation please email
Adult Volunteer Orientation. scvolunteers@westvancouver.ca
Mon – Fri, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
If you are unsure, please contact • Closers Wednesday, April 27, 5 – 6 p.m.
scvolunteers@westvancouver.ca or Mon – Fri, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. West Vancouver Community Centre
604-913-2703. To sign up for the • Chef's helper* Gymnasium
online volunteer orientation visit Tue – Fri, 3 to 5 p.m.
westvancouverrec.ca/volunteer and * Requires previous experience with
follow the links in the ‘Next Steps’ knives. Foodsafe Level 1 preferred.
sidebar, or call 604-925-7280.
Within a few days of signing up you • East Welcome Desk
will receive a link to a 30-minute Mon – Fri, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.,
information video with ten questions 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
to answer at the end. Once • Vaccination Checkers
completed, we will send you a Mon – Sat, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
welcome email with more information or 12:30 to 3 p.m.
regarding next steps, including further
training, a virtual meeting, and a If interested, sign up for a
Police Information Check. volunteer orientation today!
Email your interest and
availability to scvolunteers@
westvancouver.ca or call
604-925-7288.
6 SENIORS’ SCENE | MARCH – APRIL 2022
GARDEN SIDE CAFÉ Mark your calendars!
Registration for programs
GARDEN SIDE CAFÉ
starting in April opens on
Wed, March 9
Registration for programs
starting in May and June opens
on Wed, April 27
Proof of double vaccination is required for dine-in service at the Garden Side Café.
Dine-In Lunch Service Take-out Food Service
Lunch service is available Monday to The take-out food and delivery
Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. service will continue during KEEP AN EYE OUT
Indoor dining is available Monday to operating hours.
FOR FUTURE
Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday – Friday
*Dinner service is currently not 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. REGISTRATION
operating. We plan to resume in the Saturday – Sunday DATES
near future. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Please check our website for
For food delivery call 604-925-7280
upcoming registration dates at
to place your order. (Minimum $25
westvancouverrrec.ca/
purchase on deliveries). Deliveries
registration, to make sure that
occur on Tuesdays, Thursdays and
you don’t miss out on booking a
Saturdays. Orders must be placed by
spot in your favourite classes.
10 a.m. for same day delivery.
Owing to shorter program
Please refer to the special take-out
terms implemented during the
menu posted on westvancouver.ca/
pandemic, it is unfortunately
seniors before you place your order.
not possible to coordinate
Menus are updated daily.
Scene Magazine publishing
dates with upcoming
registration dates.
Registration for programs
beginning in March started on
Wednesday, January 19. Please
visit westvancouverrec.ca to
check for any available spots.
Registration for programs
beginning in April will start on
Wednesday, March 9 at 8 a.m.
VISIT US ONLINE WESTVANCOUVER.CA/SENIORS 7
REGISTERED VISUAL ARTS Painting: Getting Started with Lynn
Find the encouragement you need to
PROGRAMS Stained Glass – Studio Time finally listen to your longing to try
Enjoy some studio time to work on one of the most satisfying forms of
For refund policy see page 3 of
your stained glass designs! No painting—watercolour! No
PROGRAMS
The Scene. For a complete list of
instruction. Bring your own experience needed. Just bring along
programs, visit westvancouverrec.ca.
equipment and supplies. your curiosity, an open mind, and
Leader: June C. enjoy. Using provided materials
Wed explore techniques, colour theory,
Program availability may be
Mar 30 – May 11 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. and compositional considerations as
adjusted based on provincial
118541 $28 foundational components of painting.
health restrictions. For an
Instructor: Lynn Colpitts
up-to-date list of adult
Painting: Studio Time Tue
55+ programs please visit
Enjoy some quality time with friends Mar 29 – May 10 1 – 4 p.m.
westvancouverrec.ca and
learning from others and honing your 118548 $175
click on the ‘Adults 55+’ tab at painting skills!
the top of the web page. Painting: Fresh Start with Lynn
Mon 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 – 4 p.m.
Tue (Acrylics) 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Wherever you are on your painting
Wed & Fri 1 – 4 p.m. journey, let’s take the next few steps
Sat 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. forward together! Reconnect with all
Virtual Programs
$2.50 the reasons you love watercolour—
Check out the diverse the luminosity, flowing shifts of
collection of free online colour, and fascinating play of light.
Painting: Class with James
programming available to Learn basic composition, what leads
Paint for fun in an inspiring studio
seniors. The program listings the eye to the focal point,
setting! Create appealing paintings
are assembled by Ridge perspective, and colour theory to
using acrylics, oils, or watercolours
Meadows Seniors Society and build a strong foundation. Materials
and learn about composition,
South Granville Seniors Centre, included. Instructor: Lynn Colpitts
perspective, and get assistance in
and updated in real-time
colour-mixing. Bring your own Thu
allowing access to the listing at
materials and any images you would Mar 31 – May 12 1 – 4 p.m.
any time.
like to paint. 118550 $175
Visit southgranvilleseniors.ca/
Thu
virtual-programs to explore Photo Club
Mar 31 – May 12 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
and enjoy all that online (virtual or in-person)
118543 $35
programming has to offer from Come curious and leave inspired by
the comfort of your living room! the stunning images shared by guest
Painting: Acrylics with Maureen
Immerse yourself in the world of presenters and participants! No
acrylics! From colour theory, formal instruction. Club will be
perspective, and compositions to the meeting in person in the Music Hall
PROGRAM in the West Vancouver Community
PARTICIPATION NOTE completion of your very own
masterpiece. Enjoy interactive Centre and virtually—please be sure
Please note, there is an demos, discussions, and continuous to register for the right session.
expectation you will be able to painting in a fun, friendly, and Leader: Peter O.
participate when you sign up for welcoming environment. Beginner Thu (virtual)
classes. If you require assistance and advanced painters welcome. Mar 31 – May 12 12:45 – 2:45 p.m.
or support participating in SAC 118555 $17.50
programs, we would be happy to Wed
assist you with finding the right Mar 2 – Apr 27 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Thu (in-person at WVCC, Music Hall)
class. If you have any questions, 113257 $162 Mar 31 – May 12 12:45 – 2:45 p.m.
please contact Helen, 118554 $17.50
Stephanie, Caroline or Jenna.
8 SENIORS’ SCENE | MARCH – APRIL 2022
MUSIC & DANCE Dance: Scottish Country Dance –
Beginner & Intermediate
Heritage Choir Explore the worlds of Scottish
(virtual or in-person) Country Dance—you don’t need to
Where have all the singers gone? be a Scot to enjoy it! Learn basic
PROGRAMS
News flash—they haven't! The West steps and more intricate dances as
Vancouver Heritage Choir is alive and the class progresses. Beginners and
well, and hoping you’ll join us this experienced dancers welcome! No
winter. So please come join us along class April 18. Instructor: Louise M.
with our conductor, Nicole Thomas Mon
Zyczynski, for some energizing musical Mar 7 – May 9 1 – 3 p.m.
fun. The choir will be meeting in person 118584 $54 Jazz Jam
in the Music Hall in the West
Do you enjoy making music? Drop in
Vancouver Community Centre and Dance: Scottish Country Dance – for some low-key individual
virtually. Please be sure to register for Intermediate & Advanced improvisations to jazz tunes and have
the right session. For more details
Looking to perfect your dancing fun playing jazz standards! You must
contact cbrandson@westvancouver.ca.
skills? Combine fun with exercise as be competent playing a jazz musical
Tue (virtual) you learn dances for upcoming party instrument and have some familiarity
Mar 29 – May 10 1 – 2:30 p.m. programs. Please register weekly for with jazz concepts. Our purpose is to
118568 $63 Friday sessions. Intermediate and have fun making music! No instructor.
Tue (in-person) advanced dancers only. No class Sat 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Mar 29 – May 10 1 – 2:30 p.m. March 18. Instructor: Louise M. Registered Drop-in $2.50
118567 $63 Fri 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. 113283 Mar 5
Registered Drop-in $6
Dundarave Players 113284 Mar 12
113635 Mar 4
Band together with the Dundarave 113291 Mar 19
Players who invite you to play a 113636 Mar 11
113292 Mar 26
variety of standards, pop, and just 113638 Mar 25
about any genre you like. If you play 118645 Apr 2
piano or bass, share your talent with 118586 Apr 1
118647 Apr 9
the players. Saxophone, guitar, and 118587 Apr 8
ukulele players are all welcome to 118654 Apr 16
join the fun. No instructor. Music 118588 Apr 15
118656 Apr 23
provided. Please contact Caroline at 118589 Apr 22
cbrandson@westvancouver.ca with 118658 Apr 30
any questions. 118590 Apr 29
Tue Recorders Intermediate
Dance: Line Dancing Are you already familiar with the
Mar 29 – May 10 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Come join the fun and learn different recorder (soprano, alto, tenor, and
118575 $17.50
dance moves to a variety of music, bass) and looking to hone your skills?
from Sweet Caroline to Cake by the Join our informal, friendly, early
Ocean. Line Dancing is good for your music ensemble! Leader: Steve R.
brain and memory, helps your
Mon
balance, and is one of the original
Mar 28 – May 9 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
socially distanced activities before it
118693 $15
was a safety protocol. No beginners
please, some experience needed.
Recorders Advanced
Mon 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Have fun while practicing your talents
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. with others! Players must have some
Registered Drop-in $4 experience. Leader: Steve R.
Thu
Mar 31 – May 12 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
118672 $17.50
VISIT US ONLINE WESTVANCOUVER.CA/SENIORS 9
Ukulele: Level 2 Intermediate Woodworking: Woodturning
with JR Level 1 Beginners
Challenge your instrument skills and Join us for a supervised beginner
sing-along with others! This class is session (no instruction). Les will help
perfect for the adult student who is you start and finish your woodturning
PROGRAMS
comfortable with chords and wants project. Please bring your own wood.
to expand their strumming and song Three people maximum.
repertoire. We will also cover some Wed
basic theory. This class is located in Mar 30 – May 11 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
the Music Hall in 2022. Woodworking: Level 3 Advanced 118792 $42
Thu Bring your woodworking venture to
Mar 31 – May 12 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. life! Prerequisites: quite a bit of Woodworking: Woodturning
118706 $73.50 experience in woodworking. You must Level 2 Intermediate
be able to work mainly on your own Take your affection for woodturning
with minimal assistance. to the next level and with little
Requirement: bring your own plan and supervision! Three people maximum.
WOODWORKING Prerequisite: Woodturning Level 1
wood. Pick up a set of guidelines
Woodworking: Level 1 Beginner when registering. Projects must return Beginners.
Get introduced to woodworking home with participants after each Fri
tools, with special emphasis on class owing to lack of storage space. Apr 1 – May 13 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
power tools and how to use them Mon 118979 $36
safely. If you haven't worked with Mar 28 – May 9 1 – 4 p.m.
tools before, this class is a 118730 $36 Woodworking: Woodcarving A.M.
prerequisite for all woodworking Carve some time out of your day and
Tue
classes. No registrations after first hone your skills!
Mar 29 – May 10 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
class; lessons are cumulative. Supply Thu
118745 $42
cost included. Mar 31 – May 12 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Wed Wed 118982 $42
Mar 30 – May 11 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Mar 30 – May 11 1 – 4 p.m.
118713 $42 118748 $42 Woodworking: Woodcarving P.M.
Fri Carve some time out of your day and
Woodworking: Level 2 Intermediate Apr 1 – May 13 1 – 4 p.m. hone your skills!
Bring your woodworking venture to 118752 $36 Thu
life! Prerequisites: Woodworking Mar 31 – May 12 1 – 4 p.m.
Beginners, or experience in Woodworking: Women’s Session 118983 $42
woodworking. If you have This one's for women! If you just
experience, however have never 'plane' love woodworking, join other
attended classes at the Centre, women for a fun, informative, and Wood Donations Needed
register in this class to be observed supportive class. Bring your own
and assessed. Pick up a set of SAC woodworkers are looking
project and wood. The supervisors
guidelines when registering. Projects for donations of hardwoods
are there to provide information and
must return home with participants (oak, mahogany, maple,
guidance, but cannot provide one-on-
after each class owing to lack of walnut, fir, pine, etc.), old
one supervision. Enjoy a relaxed
storage space. furniture that can be taken
atmosphere with more supervision
apart, and old and dry rounds
Mon than general classes, but if you are a
of maple. All wood must be
Mar 28 – May 9 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. beginner, please sign up for
clean, and without too many
118716 $36 Woodworking Beginners first.
nails. Wood can be dropped off
Prerequisite: Woodworking Beginners
Fri at the woodwork shop and in
and signed waiver form. Instructors:
Apr 1 – May 13 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. some cases pick-up can be
Margaret, Peter & Bruce.
118725 $42 arranged. Contact Caroline at
Tue cbrandson@westvancouver.ca
Mar 29 – May 10 1 – 4 p.m. with questions.
118777 $42
10 SENIORS’ SCENE | MARCH – APRIL 2022MEMORIAL FUND
SPECIAL FEATURE
IN MEMORY OF
CAROLINE HELBIG
& MICHAEL SHARP
Caroline and Michael had an
abiding love for family, friends,
and the place which gave their
Photo by Hans Gray lives purpose and brought joy
to those fortunate enough to
know them. With their much-
loved son, Alex, they lived a full
SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE By Kathie Taylor and adventurous life while also
contributing to the community
through service, everyday acts
Do you need a convenient way to Volunteer drivers are responsible for of kindness, and enthusiastic
visit the Seniors’ Activity Centre, or transporting members and community leadership—
get to doctor’s appointments, your participants to a range of registered including Mike’s involvement
bank, the library and stores in West programs that include such activities as an Advisory Board member
Vancouver? Come aboard the as attending outdoor sports, hiking, at the West Vancouver Seniors’
Seniors Shuttle Service offered golf, cross-country skiing, bird Activity Centre and with the
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays walking programs, trips to the Feed the Need campaign.
from 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. There is theatre, and visits to parks. Hopefully Tragically, Caroline and
no need to reserve a spot as the more of these programs and trips Michael were killed in an
Shuttle Bus currently operates on a will be available as things gradually accident on January 2, 2022,
hop-on, hop-off basis. return to normal. at their West Vancouver home
On each of those days, six times a The Shuttle Bus Service is provided during a windstorm.
day, a shuttle bus leaves from the through donations and the support
main entrance of the Centre on a of community partners including Established in 2022 the
route that loops eastbound as far as Amica at West Vancouver, West CAROLINE HELBIG AND
Park Royal South, westbound as far Vancouver Community Foundation, MICHAEL SHARP
as Marine Drive and 25th in Kiwanis, and the Building MEMORIAL FUND serves as a
Dundarave, and returns to Kiwanis/ Connections Fund. legacy to this couple’s enduring
the Centre. There are 21 designated spirit, friendships, and
For more information and to view the community contributions.
stops along the route, but passengers full schedule, visit westvancouver.
can be picked up and dropped off ca/seniors and scroll down to Donations to the fund
within a few blocks of the route. Shuttle Bus. can be made:
The fee for service is by donation,
with $2 per person for each pick-up Online westvanfoundation.ca/
recommended. Some frequent riders caroline-helbig-and-michael-
prefer to make monthly contributions. sharp-memorial-fund
There are three buses in the fleet, By cheque drop off or mail to
one of which is slated for 775 15th Street, West
replacement this year. Six drivers for Vancouver, BC, V7T 2S9
the shuttle service are paid by the
Municipality, while another 12 drivers By contacting the West
are volunteers, each with the Vancouver Foundation for
necessary Class 4 unrestricted or other gifting support.
higher license for driving buses. Photo by Larry Olkovick
VISIT US ONLINE WESTVANCOUVER.CA/SENIORS 11WEST VANCOUVER SAC ADVISORY BOARD –
VOLUNTEER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SPECIAL FEATURE
By Jain Verner
In 2016 Caroline Brandson who was Volunteers are the heart and soul of learning new skills, to having fun,
then the coordinator of volunteers, our Centre: dedicated, loyal, and helping others, and much more.
called a meeting of interested hardworking. Without them, our
Should you have free time, please
volunteers to discuss volunteering Centre would not be able to provide
consider volunteering with us.
at the Centre. Following that services and programs to members
Contact Assistant Volunteer
meeting, a committee formed and and our community. So, providing
Coordinator—Crystal Lan at:
met monthly to discover ways to volunteers with the best support
clan@westvancouver.ca. She has a
enhance the volunteering experience possible is crucial for our
great variety of volunteer activities
while continuing to make it committee. Presently our committee
waiting for you. All volunteers are
meaningful and fun. In 2018 after is planning activities to celebrate
valued and respected at our Centre.
applying to the Board for legitimate and thank our volunteers during
They are without a doubt genuine
status, the Volunteer Advisory National Volunteer Week—April 24
difference makers.
Committee became a regular to 30. In March we are planning
standing committee. volunteer focus groups to find out
how to better meet the needs of
The responsibilities of the Volunteer
our volunteers.
Advisory Committee are to:
• Provide advice and support for The pandemic has limited our
volunteer recruitment, retention, volunteer activities during the last
scheduling, training and two years. Once our Centre gets
leadership. back to some form of normalcy, our
committee will begin recruiting
• Advise on volunteer schedules,
volunteers to bring our numbers
events and appreciation.
back up to the 900 plus level.
• Plan for the future of
volunteering and the creation Volunteering has many benefits—
of sustainable volunteers. from meeting new people, and
WEST VANCOUVER SENIORS’ ACTIVITY CENTRE
Feed the need
FEED A VULNERABLE SENIOR IN NEED.
We did it again! Thanks to YOUR generosity, we exceeded our
campaign goal of raising $100,000 towards the Seniors’ Activity
Centre’s Feed the Need program and raised $173,902.81 between
THANK October 12 and December 31, 2021!
$93,374.17 was raised via donations to the Seniors’ Activity Centre,
YOU! and $80,528.64 via donations to the West Vancouver Foundation.
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to every person and
organization that contributed to this shared milestone, and the
continuation of this vital program in 2022.
12 SENIORS’ SCENE | MARCH – APRIL 2022Photo by Sabina Kasprzak (2021)
SPECIAL FEATURE
KEEPING CONNECTED
FOR MIND, BODY,
AND SPIRIT By Kathie Taylor
We all hope our senior years will be rooted in her experience with an aunt caregivers, and provide suggestions
happy and healthy, filled with family, living with the disease, working with on what can be done at home.”
friends, and with full access to our dementia patients in both Ireland
favourite activities. The reality is that and Canada, and training by the In addition to the team, Helen is
many will be challenged by health Alzheimer’s Society to identify and supported by Seniors’ Outreach
problems that make it less likely for support people living with dementia. Program Coordinator Stephanie
us to continue enjoying the benefits She is currently working on a Jordan, a former registered nurse who
of daily leisure pursuits and an active Master’s Degree in Dementia. took on her current role in September
social network. 2021. She said she was drawn to the
“Our message is quite simple,” Helen role because, “Keeping Connected is
Recognizing these challenges often explained. “We want all seniors to feel person-centered, allowing all of us to
lead to seniors becoming comfortable getting out of their homes, provide care to those who need it
increasingly isolated as they feel less coming to the Centre, taking a program, most, and create a very special sense
capable of keeping up with their meeting with friends, and perhaps of community.” Stephanie’s role
peers, the Seniors’ Activity Centre sharing a meal. We break down barriers allows her to create programs that
offers Keeping Connected, an ever- for those living with Parkinson’s, meet the unique needs of our
increasing number of programs Alzheimer’s, any form of dementia, or membership. She works tirelessly to
offering mental and cognitive mobility issues of any kind. implement programs with the input
stimulation, exercises supporting and support of participants.
functional mobility and falls “We also provide support for
prevention, and social engagement. spouses and caregivers,” she That community of care under the
continued. One program is the Keeping Connected umbrella
Keeping Connected is supported by weekly Caregiver Support Group that includes more than a dozen
Helen Murphy, who has been with Helen facilitates. programs created to address the
the Centre for almost four years and different needs of those living with a
is now Seniors’ Advocate & Outreach “Keeping Connected is managed by a cognitive or physical disability. These
Coordinator. Her passion for creating terrific trained and caring staff team disabilities may include a form
dementia-friendly environments is who take the time to encourage dementia, multiple sclerosis,
VISIT US ONLINE WESTVANCOUVER.CA/SENIORS 13developed by researchers at UBC for
post-stroke individuals who still
maintain standing and walking ability.
SPECIAL FEATURE
It’s important to note that while all
these programs have a particular
disability focus, they are open to
anyone looking for a safe and gentle
environment in which to begin
exercising again. This is particularly
appropriate as many of us have
withdrawn through the numerous
COVID shutdowns, and need support
to become active again.
Parkinson’s disease, or a neurological balls to each other while seated in a
disease; recovering from a stroke; or circle: it’s a great way to have fun Helen is also the co-founder of the
confined to a wheelchair or scooter. while twisting, stretching and first Alzheimer’s Café in Western
improving hand-eye coordination. Canada, established at Beulah
For example, those with a love of the Garden Homes in East Vancouver.
arts enjoy exploring new and old Other physical activity programs She and Pastor Carla Wilkes have
painting techniques in Creative include Stretch + Movement for since established another café on the
Expressions. Socializing with peers is people living with Parkinson’s disease North Shore: one at the Seniors’
made possible through the Ladies’ and other physical challenges; Keep Activity Centre and the other at
Social Club featuring mental on Moving for older men to work on Mount Seymour United Church in
aerobics, entertainment, and strength and flexibility, and Stand Tall North Vancouver. The North Shore
outings, or the Men’s Club featuring to help restore muscle imbalance and cafés are held once a month at
lunch, mental aerobics, discussions, spinal alignment. rotating locations. They are intended
and entertainment. for people with dementia, their
Well Balanced is a rehabilitation
Recognizing that the less program to improve balance and families and friends, and anyone
comfortable we feel mentally and confidence by strengthening and interested in learning more about
physically, the more likely we are to stretching stabilizing muscles while dementia. The goal is to provide a
become increasingly sedentary, a improving your posture. FAME safe space for all, with each café
number of programs encourage (Fitness & Mobility Exercise Program) featuring entertainment or a speaker,
gentle physical activity. for Stroke is an exercise program and light refreshments.
One of the most popular of these is
Adapted Chair Yoga, led by Peter
Baragon, who has more than 20
years of experience developing
classes and teaching a variety of
yoga techniques to all levels. A
collaboration between Peter and
Helen, Adapted Chair Yoga is
intended for people with disabilities
ranging from being confined to a
scooter or wheelchair, post-surgery
patients looking to improve their
movement, and the many seniors
who have trouble getting up off floor.
Chair yoga features movements for
deep waist stretches, upper-body
stretches, and using your arms and
body weight to build strength. A
popular component is tossing soft Photos by Peter Owens (2016)
14 SENIORS’ SCENE | MARCH – APRIL 2022Plans are underway for new
programs to be available as Covid
restrictions are lifted.
SPECIAL FEATURE
Daybreak, introduced in January of
this year, was created by Helen as a
club for those living with dementia to
“participate in two hours of activities
that include reminiscing, playing
games, creating art, and appreciating
life together.” (See The Scene for
more details.) “We call it a club to
signal that this is a friendly
environment for participants while
also giving their caregivers some
time to themselves without using
words that stigmatize such as
‘respite,’” she explained.
The next initiative the Keeping
Connected team is planning is a
Magic Table. Developed in the
Netherlands, a Magic Table is an
interactive light projector that The Rise of Dementia
responds to hand and arm An estimated 70,000 people in
movements, increasing both BC are living with some form of
movement and stimulation. Patients dementia, and this figure is
can play games alone, with each expected to double by 2031. A
other or with family members. It’s a dementia diagnosis can lead to
fun way to boost physical, cognitive social withdrawal due to
and social interaction amongst users, psychological, social, and
with variable speed and difficulty to physical barriers. There is a
match the users’ abilities. profound need, therefore, to
create dementia-friendly
It’s estimated a Magic Table will cost
communities. People with
$14,000 and plans for raising the
dementia and their caregivers
necessary funds are underway. It
benefit from awareness
would be the first of its kind in
programs, education, training
Western Canada.
and community support.
Keeping Connected programs nvrc.ca/helen
welcome everyone, regardless of
their challenges, and help create a
sense of belonging. Participation
helps provide a sense of purpose,
which is often lost when we retire,
the kids are grown and on their own,
and we’re challenged by mental or
physical disabilities.
Explore Keeping Connected
to find the program
that is right for you.
Top: photos by Sabina Kasprzak (2021) | Bottom: photo by Peter Owens (2016)
VISIT US ONLINE WESTVANCOUVER.CA/SENIORS 15“I joined the Caregiver Support
Group, which is a great outlet. It
allows caregivers to vent and share
SPECIAL FEATURE
challenges. Everyone there knows
what you’re talking about, and no
one judges you when you’re feeling
frustrated with your partner.”
Karen acknowledges the support
she’s received from Helen Murphy.
“Helen embraced us wholeheartedly
with her caring, guidance, and hugs
when needed. She provides
A CAREGIVER’S
thoughtful ideas on how to handle a
situation. For example, Malcolm has
renal failure and requires a catheter.
Helen put me in touch with the
EXPERIENCE community nurse at the West
Vancouver Community Centre who
helps change it. I didn’t know this
WITH KEEPING
support was there.”
Karen hopes that Keeping Connected
will help others living with, or
CONNECTED
supporting someone who has, a form
of dementia. “Our lives are so much
more fulfilled and enjoyable because
of these programs,” she said.
By Kathie Taylor extended care, she’s doing all she
“Not enough of society is willing to
can to keep Malcolm at home, with
One caregiver benefitting from the accept the scary word ‘Alzheimer’s.’
some support from family members.
Keeping Connected programs (when People don’t need to be so afraid: it’s
they are running without Covid “Caregiving is now a 24/7 important to stay connected. For
restrictions) is Karen Nicholson responsibility,” she said. “He needs those who may not have support
whose husband, Malcolm, was help getting dressed, cutting his from a spouse or family, there are
diagnosed with Alzheimer’s just food, and even making sure he people who care at the Centre.
three years after they married, each doesn’t choke while eating.” Seniors living with dementia become
for the second time, in 2011. forgotten and isolated. Helen’s
A former member of Fit Fellows, working hard to identify these
“At the time he was diagnosed, Malcolm was brought to the Centre seniors, and develop programs that
Alzheimer’s wasn’t having much of by a fellow member in the early may be as simple as having coffee
an effect on our lives,” explained stage of his disease so he could with someone.
Karen. “In those early stages, you continue to participate.
need to keep reminding the patient “The other thing to remember is that
they’re not stupid: it’s the “It was clear he needed more none of us knows if and when it
Alzheimer’s. Now that it’s progressing instruction to keep up,” said Karen. might happen to us, so we might as
from moderate to severe, Malcolm “But at least he could exercise while well learn about the diseases and
doesn’t remember he has the disease I participated in other sessions. what kind of support is available. “In
or comprehend the changes, but his Then we discovered Keeping the meantime, I’ll continue to care
cognitive and logistical capabilities Connected. Malcolm started with the for Malcolm, and do what I can to
are quite reduced.” Men’s Club, where the leader helps keep him engaged. He makes it so
them develop conversation as those worthwhile as, even at this stage of
While Karen understands that some with Alzheimer’s and a form of Alzheimer’s, he’s constantly saying
families have no option but to place dementia tend to get very shy “You are my treasure, and I will love
their loved one with Alzheimer’s in and don’t say much. you forever.”
16 SENIORS’ SCENE | MARCH – APRIL 2022HOT TOPIC WITH WEST
VANCOUVER FIRE & RESCUE
PROGRAMS
By Jeremy Calder, Assistant Chief of Fire Prevention
In our last article I introduced you to Be aware of uneven surfaces.
Remembering When, a program Make sure indoor flooring is safe. Use
centred around 16 key fire and fall only throw rugs that have rubber,
prevention safety messages, non-skid backing. Consider non-skid
developed by the National Fire pads under rugs. Always smooth out
Protection Association. wrinkles and folds in carpeting. Be
aware of uneven sidewalks and
Today let’s look at two of these pavement outdoors. Ask a family
messages that should be top of mind member, a friend, or a neighbour to
when the weather is cooler. clear ice and snow from outdoor
Give space heaters space.
stairs and walkways. Always use hand
rails, if available, and step carefully.
SENIORS' SAFETY
Keep space heaters at least three
feet (one metre) away from anything By Sergeant Mark McLean
The Seniors’ Activity Centre can
that can burn—including you. Shut provide you with a fire and fall Many seniors report being
off and unplug heaters when you prevention brochure with all 16 concerned about their safety.
leave your home, or go to bed. safety messages, as well as a home There are several precautions that
Always plug space heaters directly safety checklist. can increase your personal safety
into a wall outlet, and never into an
within your community.
extension cord or power strip. Take care and stay safe, Jeremy
Here are seven general tips
to keep in mind:
1. Always lock your doors and leave
a light or radio on when you leave
your home.
2. Do not carry large amounts of cash.
3. Walk in well-lit areas and try to do
so in a group.
4. A lways use reflective tape;
whether on your clothing, walkers,
or motorized scooters.
5. If you get a ride home, ask the
driver to wait until you are safely
inside your residence.
6. D o not let uninvited contractors
into your home to discuss repairs.
7. Never give out your credit card
information or other personal
information to someone over
the phone.
Following these simple tips can
reduce the chances of becoming a
victim. If you ever feel unsafe and feel
that you may be or have been a victim
of crime, please call the police at 911
or your local non-emergency line.
VISIT US ONLINE WESTVANCOUVER.CA/SENIORS 17LEARNING Writers' Circle
Share your stories, poems, and
Language: Intermediate French memoirs in a casual and encouraging
Review (Spa Francais) atmosphere! Take turns leading
Join us for a structured review sessions. Start with a 10-minute
PROGRAMS
session for high beginners/rusty power-write (topic chosen by leader
intermediates looking to improve of the day), and then read your
their conversational French. No pieces and assignments. Enjoy
instructor. Participants help each writing styles ranging from humour
other master grammar, vocabulary, and poetry to memories and social
and idiomatic usage while working commentaries. While there will be
their way through textbook exercises, no critiquing of member
podcast lessons, and occasional submissions, we will enjoy lively
short readings in French. Leaders: discussion. No instructor or
Fiona A., Nadine N., and Wayne S. facilitator. Please note: This program
Tue has moved to the West Vancouver
Mar 29 – May 10 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Community Centre Mountain Room
119495 $17.50 Language: Spanish Advanced Mon
with Elias Apr 4 – May 9 1 – 3 p.m.
Language: French Conversation In this advanced Spanish class, 118998 $12.50
Fine-tune your French. Have fun students interact with one another
conversing with others at an narrating their weekly activities, Creative Writing with Richard
intermediate level in a supportive hobbies, and interests. In-class Margaret Atwood doesn't attend so
and friendly environment. Our topics conversation is monitored and masterpieces aren't expected. We
will vary and be generated by the corrections are done on the spot to write and give feedback, and thus
group. No instructor. refresh previously acquired knowledge. learn from each other. Our project is
Conversation time accounts for 100% to write with verve, clarity, and grace
Wed
of the class time. No textbook in stories that engage and delight.
Mar 30 – May 11 10 – 11:30 a.m.
119514 $17.50 required. Instructor: Elias M. Join us as you work on a larger
Mon project (a novel or memoir) or to get
Language: Spanish Beginners Mar 28 – May 9 4 – 5:30 p.m. in touch with your muse week-to-
(ongoing) with Elias 118988 $90 week. Instructor: Richard B.
Start each class with some guided Thu
Language: Spanish – Mar 31 – May 12 1:30 – 3:45 p.m.
conversation as you build vocabulary,
strengthen your knowledge of the Social Conversation 119000 $91
language, and boost your speaking Practise your language skills and add
confidence! Apply what you know to to your vocabulary by speaking with Book Club – Afterwords
everyday conversation while listening like-minded new friends! Join us for a Join two retired librarians who will
to and speaking with others and class designed for fluent Spanish select thought-provoking titles (fiction
learn more advanced grammar to speakers who are seeking an and sometimes non-fiction) and lead
help you better understand how the opportunity to practise and converse the group in riveting discussions. If
Spanish language works. No textbook with others. No instructor. you're up for a lively debate, and
required. Instructor: Elias M. Fri 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. enjoy sharing your opinion—we hope
Thu Drop in $2.50 you can join us! Reading list available
Mar 31 – May 12 4 – 5:30 p.m. upon registration at the Seniors'
118986 $105 Language: Farsi Activity Centre front desk. Groups
Learn how to communicate with meets on the first Friday of each
other Farsi speakers as you learn month starting in February. Leaders:
Hot Topics – about the Persian culture, tradition, Julia H. and Elizabeth A.
International Affairs and food. Instructor: Bita Fri
This program will be back this Tue Mar 4, April 1, 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
fall. We look forward to seeing Mar 29 – May 10 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. May 6 & Jun 3
you then! 118996 $17.50 113698 $10
18 SENIORS’ SCENE | MARCH – APRIL 2022Flight Simulation Bridge: Bridge Basics 1 & 2 FABRIC ARTS
Come fly with us! Join other Reviewed with Stephen
aeronautical enthusiasts who meet Build on what you’ve learned in Fabric: Knitting
bi-monthly on the second and fourth Basics 1 & 2! Focus on declarer play All tangled up? If you need a hand
Friday of the month. Please register in a class that combines discussion, with your knitting project, Shirley is
PROGRAMS
online for each for each session, practise play, socializing, intellectual here to help. All are welcome to join
call 604-925-7280, or stop by the challenge, and above all fun! You our group of friendly, funny, and
front desk. must be familiar with the modern happy ladies. Come with your ideas,
five-card major bidding system; brief needles, and wool or we can help you
Fri 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
reviews of bidding are included to choose a project.
Registered Drop-in $2.50
reinforce concepts learned in Basics 1. Tue
113321 Mar 11 Lesson handouts are included. Mar 29 – May 10 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
113322 Mar 25 Instructor: Stephen B. 119505 $17.50
119002 Apr 8 Tue
Mar 1 – 29 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
119003 Apr 22 119008 $75
Bridge: Bridge Basics 3
with Stephen
Every bridge player agrees that
defence is the hardest part of bridge.
This course is designed for players
who have mastered the basics of Fabric: Quilting Studio Time
bidding and declarer play and who or Workshop
wish to take the next step. The focus Work on your quilt, swap ideas and
is on defensive play. Each lesson ask questions in a friendly, social
combines a discussion with lots of setting. No instructor.
Games Drop-in practise play, providing a social and Tue
Back in 2022 on Saturdays intellectual challenge and above all Mar 29 – May 10 1 – 4 p.m.
lots of fun. A familiarity with the 119506 $17.50
Pay at the front desk, or book
modern five-card major bidding
your spot online or by calling Wed
system and basic declarer card play
604-925-7280 Mar 30 – May 11 1 – 4 p.m.
techniques is assumed.
Mah Jong 1:30 – 3:30 pm 119508 $17.50
Tue
Scrabble 1 – 3 p.m. Apr 5 – May 24 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Fri
Open Cards 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 119009 $60 Apr 1 – May 13 1 – 4 p.m.
119510 $15
$2.50 per person each time
Bridge: Topics & Supervised Play
with Stephen Fabric: Quilting Bee
Come for the fun of the game if Who knew quilting would be 'sew'
PROGRAM you're familiar with the basics of much fun! If you can hand or
PARTICIPATION NOTE bidding, declarer play and defence, machine sew, you'll be able to quilt!
Please note, there is an and have attempted playing common We need volunteers so hope you can
expectation you will be able to modern bridge conventions like join us soon! Do you need a quilt?
participate when you sign up for negative doubles, transfer bids, We will hand-quilt one for you at a
classes. If you require Jacoby 2NT and more! Handouts reasonable price. All proceeds go to
assistance or support included. Instructor: Stephen B. the Seniors' Activity Centre.
participating in SAC programs, Wed Fri
we would be happy to assist Mar 2 – 23 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Apr 1 – May 13 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
you with finding the right class. 113401 $60 119509 Free (please register)
If you have any questions,
Wed Fri
please contact Helen,
Mar 30 – May 11 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Feb 11 – Mar 25 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Stephanie, Caroline or Jenna.
119013 $105 113682 Free (please register)
VISIT US ONLINE WESTVANCOUVER.CA/SENIORS 19Fabric: Wednesday Craft Group Billiards OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Calling all crafters and knitters! If you This beautiful room with first class
know how to sew, knit, or do crafts equipment is available for play and
and would like to make one-of a-kind practise. Reserve your spot in If you are new or would like
creations, to help raise funds for the advance. Call or register online to more information on one of
PROGRAMS
Seniors' Activity Centre, join us. book your spot. our outdoor activity programs,
Wed Mon – Thu 9 – 11 a.m., 11 a.m. – 1p.m., please email cbrandson@
Mar 30 – May 11 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. 1 – 3 p.m., 3 – 5 p.m. westvancouver.ca.
119507 Free (please register) Fri – Sat 9 – 11 a.m., 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
1 – 3 p.m.
For a listing of what’s happening each
Fabric: Quilting Open Drop-In Registered Drop-in $2/game
month visit westvancouverrec.ca/
Bring your own quilt to work on,
recschedules and view the Seniors’
swap ideas, and ask questions in a
friendly, social setting. No instructor. WELLNESS Activity Centre’s Outdoor Sports
schedule under the ‘Schedules’ tab or
Sat Massages are back! inquire at the front desk.
Apr 2 – May 14 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Enjoy a 45-minute massage per-
If a program is full please sign up on the
119511 $17.50 formed by Langara College Students.
waitlist as we may open up more spaces
Register for your spot. Maximum 6
if we have enough volunteer support.
spots per timeslot. Arrive 15 minutes
SPORT early to complete paperwork. No ICBC Hikers: Discover Trails
claims. For more info email Hike intermediate and more
Table Tennis
cbrandson@westvancouver.ca challenging trails on the Sea-to-Sky
We play for fun–come enjoy an excit-
ing, fast-paced game with us! Pre- Wed 9:30 a.m. / 10:45 a.m. / 12 p.m. Corridor and beyond. Tuesday hikes
register for your timeslot and bring Jan 19 – April 20 $20 are about 2-3 hours starting at 9 a.m.
your own paddle. We encourage you and average 6-10 km in distance.
to call in or register online in advance. Mindfulness Meditation Thursday hikes are 3-5 hours, and
Location: Lily Lee Spirit Room. How to have the life you want by are typically over 15 km at a good
living the life you have! In these pace, on varying terrain. Hikes will be
Mon/Wed/Fri/ 1 – 2:45 p.m.
unprecedented times of uncertainty rated easy to challenging, based on
Sat
and fear, many of us are isolated and elevation and terrain. Details of hikes
Drop-in $2
struggling with loneliness, lack of will be posted. Email cbrandson@
sleep, stress, depression, and anxiety. westvancouver.ca before signing up.
Badminton
Join our friendly class and learn Tue/Thu
Bring your racquet and join a fun some simple meditation and
game with other seniors. Register Apr 19 – Jun 30 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
mindfulness techniques to 119019 $19
over the phone or online to reserve experience better sleep, ability to
your spot. Please wear clean indoor focus, happiness, peace and Hikers: Explorers
shoes and bring your own racquet. calmness, and a sense of belonging. Do you love walking? Are you
Tue/Thu 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Leader: Susan P. looking to stay social and active?
Drop-in $3 Mon You're welcome to join! The only
Mar 28 – May 9 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. prerequisite is a shared love of the
Basketball: Masters outdoors. This exciting new walking
119017 $15
Join other 55+ players for a friendly program utilizes our bus and is led by
game of basketball at Gleneagles Fri one of our leaders. Transportation is
Community Centre! Drop in or Apr 1 – May 13 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. provided to and from the local trail.
register for the session. 120052 $15
Wed
Thu 2:30 – 4 p.m. Mar 30 – May 11 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
119698 $6.50 119020 $70
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