Tag: Seniors
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Empowering seniors through digital literacy
With technology always advancing, Suman and Nenita felt overwhelmed. Our volunteers helped changed that.
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Long-time volunteer aims to be a friendly face at CNH
Eliza Ngan says volunteering at Collingwood Neighbourhood House keeps her social, active and connected to her community.
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CNH Savvy Seniors presents: Tech Cafe
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After Community Lunch, Seniors (55+) are invited to enjoy cool drinks, fresh fruit, and other refreshments at our Tech Cafe as you learn about cell phone basics and Internet safety. Explore Gmail, Google Maps, WhatsApp, and more. After a short presentation, a team of six staff and volunteers will be available to answer your tech…
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CNH Savvy Seniors presents: Beach Party
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At Community Lunch, Seniors (55+) are invited to learn about sun safety from Aileen Cruz, a registered nurse from Three Links Care Centre. Afterwards, emergency preparedness coordinator Sue Woodland will be sharing tips on how to stay safe in the heat. Light snacks will be served for this free event. To register, call 604-435-0375 or…
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Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2024: “Every Moment Matters”
This year’s theme highlights the importance of volunteers and each contribution they make at a moment when we need support more than ever.
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“It was as if we were guests in your home”—a recap of the 2023 Seniors’ Holiday Luncheon
Our seniors are still talking about the CNH Holiday Luncheon say CNH staff.
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Seniors: Caring for the Caregiver Workshop (55+)
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Join us Monday, Jan. 22, as we host this free workshop by seniors for seniors! Learn what causes caregivers burn out, how to prevent it and what resources are available. For more information, call 604-435-0375 or email Susanna Chu at schu@cnh.bc.ca. This event is free; registration is required. Register using you preferred method below.
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Recreation: Qigong (55+)
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Tuesdays from 9:30 – 10:30 am at the CNH Main Site Also known as Baduanjin Qigong, this gentle program uses callisthenics, stretching, and breathing exercises to increase circulation of vital energy (Qi) to maintain good health and fight disease. This exercise is particularly suitable for those who find Tai Chi complicated and physically demanding. Instructor:…
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RISE: Embracing the needs of the community
Darren Childs was “scared” of medicine before joining RISE Community Health Centre. Today, his outlook and overall quality of life have changed.
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“You do only what you can:” Florchita Bautista on exercising at CNH
At 87, Florchita Bautista doesn’t seem to be slowing down. After decades of work supportinglabourers on the picket lines and amplifying the cause of Temporary Foreign Workers in Canadaas a nun, she’s now taking her time focusing on her well-being. Florchita, who first moved to Toronto from the Philippines in 1987 where she spent 15…
