This FREE drop-in program is available to everyone. Share jokes, stores, news articles, and many more. Coffee and tea will be provided.
No registration required.

The Hard-of-Hearing Support group provides an opportunity to learn coping strategies, share experiences in a safe environment, and gain information about technologies and other measures available to combat the challenge of living with this unfortunate condition.

Please note: No support group for Friday April 18th the centre is closed due to Good Friday

Join us for an opportunity to share your story, hear about other’s experiences, experience new activities, and gather information. There will be opportunities to join in on crafts, painting, fitness (some activities may have a cost, but that will be communicated ahead of time) Coffee, tea and cookies will be provided. This is a drop-in group. There is no commitment. For more information call us at 204-987-8850 or email
resource@stjamescentre.com

Group Leader: Edith Rodway

Ever wonder what houses are selling for in your area? What did the house down the street sell for? What improvements will help my home to sell faster and for the best price? Brian McMillan from Judy Lindsay Team Realty will be here to answer all your questions. Bring in your tax assessments and we can compare the assessment to what current sale prices are.

Presenter: Brian McMillan is a local Realtor who specialises in helping seniors Downsize from their family homes to housing that is appropriate to Age in Place. You can learn more about him at Mysmallernest.com.

Join the Healthy Aging Resource Team for

3 sessions to:
• Understand what memory is and how it changes with age
• Uncover which factors can impact your memory
• Explore lifestyle changes that can help improve your memory
• Practice memory strategies
• Improve your ability to recall everyday things
• Build confidence in your memory

This is a program through the Wellness Institute

Presenter: Healthy Aging Resource Team
Registration is required.

Join Justin Kutzak, a public education officer from the City of Winnipeg, as he discusses fire safety tips and what to do in the event of a fire.

The E.R.I.K (Emergency Response Information Kit) is an excellent resource that has been supporting individuals in current and past years when it comes to informing emergency personnel and loved ones. This presentation will review what it is, why is exists and how you can use it most efficiently. Each participant will receive 1 E.R.I.K package. Suggested donation $2 for E.R.I.K package.

Presenter: Naomi Seniors Resource Coordinator

Please join Alex Cudney from McRoberts Law Office, who has more than 46 years of expertise. He will discuss estate planning, healthcare directives, power of attorney, and wills.

Do you want to learn how to use your iPad for ZOOM, watching movies, accessing online documents and so much more. This workshop is for you. You can register for one or more sessions. Please find the topics and dates listed below.

• Sept. 3rd: Introduction to Zoom

• Sept. 17th: Watching videos Online

• Oct. 1st: Safe Digital Communications

• Oct. 15th: Phishing Scams

• Oct. 29th: Getting help with Technology

• Nov. 12th: Google Maps and Google Places

• Nov. 26th: Music and Technology

• Dec. 10th: Recognizing Fake News

• Jan. 7th: Accessing Government Services Online

• Jan. 21st: Digital Documents

• Feb. 4th: Making Technology Work for You! When Things are Hard to See

• Feb. 18th: Banking and Shopping Online

We will have limited number of iPads to use if you don’t have one. Just let Naomi know.

Presenter: SJA55+ Facilitator

This interactive presentation is facilitated by members of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service and provides an overview of the types of risks and hazards which lead to a disaster or emergency that can be experienced in Winnipeg including floods, severe weather events, fires, power outages, and mass evacuations. With knowledge and understanding of these events, participants will be led through the process of developing a plan on how to respond during an emergency event; what happens if you are required to evacuate your home or apartment; what basic needs items are required for a72-hour home emergency kit; preparing a “go bag” for evacuation; as well, learn how the broader community and City will be prepared to support you in the event of an emergency or disaster.”

Presenter: Andrew Ward -Emergency Social Services Officer

The E.R.I.K (Emergency Response Information Kit) is an excellent resource that has been supporting individuals in current and past years when it comes to informing emergency personnel and loved ones. This presentation will review what it is, why is exists and how you can use it most efficiently. Each participant will receive 1 E.R.I.K package. Suggested donation $2 for E.R.I.K package.

Presenter: Naomi Seniors Resource Coordinator