WESeniors Strathcona
In early 2022, Strathcona County moved to invest funds for the next three years to create more support for older adults in the community. In late March, the County invited nonprofits to apply for this funding seeking a partner who could advocate, coordinate, and provide connection opportunities for seniors. A selection panel reviewed the submissions and chose the Westend Seniors Activity Centre (WSAC) (weseniors.ca) as the successful candidate. As a result, WESeniors Strathcona was born.
The partnership between Strathcona County and WESeniors Strathcona meets a need identified by the County’s Seniors Supports and Services Project. Over the past year, the project team’s research identified three priority actions to best support local older adults: establishing a non-profit to serve seniors in the County, supporting dedicated senior spaces, and enhancing seniors’ support and services across the County.
Seniors Week Event
Seniors Week has been recognized since 1986 to celebrate and recognize the contributions seniors make to enhance the quality of life in Alberta. This year WESeniors Strathcona is excited to continue this tradition by celebrating the seniors in Strathcona County.
Join us on June 5th for a celebration.
There will be a variety of guest speakers to bring fun and useful information.
In the Strathcona Agora, you will find many of our friends of WESeniors and other vendors.
Celebrate with us with a BBQ, 50/50 draws, door prizes, outdoor games and a photo booth.
Date and Time: Tuesday, June 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: #140, 501 Festival Avenue. Sherwood Park
Please pre-register
Questions about registration, contact WESeniors Strathcona at 780-400-2111 or email questions@weseniors.ca
“Basket of Devotion” Floral Arrangement Workshop
The basket of devotion workshop project is a delightful floral arrangement designed to showcase the beauty of pink and purple colors.
Participants will learn the art of creating an eye-catching arrangement.
Date: Tuesday, June 27
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $75
Location: Flowers in the Park 134 Pembina Rd #108, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 0M2
Number of spots: 7
May Coffee and Learn Schedule
Tuesday, May 9 at 9:30 a.m. 59/64-70 Retirement planning with Scotiabank. CLICK HERE for more information.
Wednesday May 10 at 1:30 p.m. Personal Safety - by the RCMP. CLICK HERE for more information
Tuesday, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. Foot Health - by Medi Pedi. CLICK HERE for more information
Tuesday, May 23 at 1:30 p.m. Outlining Homecare Options and Funding - by Infinity Health. CLICK HERE for more information
Wednesday, May 31 at 1:30 p.m. Managing Our Waste Together - by County of Strathcona CLICK HERE for more information
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Please pre-register for this event in advance, however, drop-in attendance is welcome. (Registration helps us determine interest in specific topics and provides contact information should a presentation be rescheduled or cancelled.)
To register please fill out the form below,
or feel free to Call to register: 780 400-2111
Email to register: questions@weseniors.ca
$2.00 payment can be made the day of the event
Live Music Circle
Coffee and Cards
Date: Every Friday
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $2.00 (includes coffee and muffin)
Notes: Please bring your own instrument and music
Calling all instrument players and music lovers!
Bring your instrument and enthusiasm and join us for our Live Music Circle held on the first and third Friday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
With so many talented musicians in the County, we could not be more excited to host this drop in program at our WESeniors Strathcona office. All levels are welcome.
The music provided will be suitable for any stringed instrument, including the ukelele, guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin, fiddle and even accordion. *Instruments & instruction are not provided
Date: Thursday
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $2.00 (includes coffee and muffin)
Do you like to play card and board games? Are you looking to meet some new people?
Join us for our Coffee & Cards drop-in program on Thursday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and enjoy some coffee and snacks while you play games, or just spend time talking to new people.
Choose from our selection of cards and games or bring your own and teach your friends! Games not your thing? We also have books and puzzles available to keep you entertained.
Coffee and Learn
Date and times: See the calendar below for up-to-date information
Cost: $2.00 (includes coffee and muffin)
Do you ever wonder what resources are offered specifically for seniors?
Join us for our Coffee & Learn presentations, currently streamed to our office from the Westend Seniors Activity Centre, and hear about a wide range of senior-based topics from government and industry professionals.
Starting this spring, our Friends of WESeniors Strathcona businesses and organizations will be here in person at our WESeniors Strathcona office. These speakers will provide valuable resources that will be helpful for seniors in Strathcona County. Our guest speakers will be available after their presentation for a Q&A session to answer any of your questions and they open up discussions about other needed resources.
Please note that a $2 drop-in fee per person applies to this program. We are currently only accepting cash payments.
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Address: #140, 501 Festival Avenue, Sherwood Park, AB
Phone: (780) 400-2111
Email: questions@weseniors.ca
Hours:
Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m
Closed Sundays and statutory holidays