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South Granville Seniors Centre1420 West 12th Avenue | 604.732.0812

southgranvilleseniors.ca

PICK UP YOURAUGUST TRIPSBROCHURETODAY!

AUGUST

BOOK SALE & BBQFriday, August 19th

ANNUAL END-OF-SUMMERSTANLEY PARK PICNIC

A Very Big Thank You To:

South Granville Seniors Friendship Centre1420 West 12th Avenue | Vancouver, BC, V6H 1M8T. 604.732.0812 | www.southgranvilleseniors.ca

Open 9am-4pm, Monday-FridayAnnual Membership Fee: $20

Our MissionWe work together with adults 55+ to support their well-being in ways

that promote friendship, diversity, and individual worth.

Staff

Clemencia [email protected]

Program & Volunteer CoordinatorAlex Korotchenko

[email protected]

Office Administrator andProgram Assistant

Tania [email protected]

Spanish Seniors CoordinatorMaria Jose Torrejon

[email protected]

Summer Students & InternsAman Chandi | Samira Yassin

EditorialOur Times is published monthly and is

available at South Granville SeniorsCentre and throughout the Fairview

district.

Mailings of Our Times are available ata cost of $12 per year. Please pay at

South Granville Seniors Centre, seemailing address above).

make a submission to Our Timescontact Tania at

[email protected] or

Board of DirectorsPresident:

Dolores O’Leary-ShafikTreasurer:

Business Secretary:Linda Darbey

Directors-at-large:Miriam Maurer

Doug EstergaardLes Blond

Carlos GambaSharon Esson

And also to our community partners andall other donors for their support. SGSC is

funded through generous grants and

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Clemencia

Hello everybody,

The centre is buzzing in the height of summer, as we prepareourselves for this season’s events.ever, including adventures to Whistler, Bowen Island, YVR Airport, as

We’re excited by our on-Market. You will see fresh and affordable produce set up outside ourfront door every Wednesday from 11:00am – 2:00pm. This community

I would like to invite everyone to our Book Sale and BBQ on August19th. All proceeds will go towards helping to fund our programs and ser-

need!

Please also mark your calendars for our Open House on September

Please also note two new projects that we are excited to start in

As always, we’d like to thank our partners and members for their

LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Check out our website southgranvilleseniors.ca for updates andannouncements! Or connect with us and share pictures, stories,

videos, and events on Facebook and (@sgseniors)!

NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTSNews & Announcements

SUPPORT OUR CENTRE!Our non-profit seniors centre has supported healthy and independent

lifestyles for seniors in the South Granville and Fairview area for over 34years. We wouldn’t be able to do it without the support of our large vol-

unteer team, sponsors, and donors!

topurchase one of our brand new South Granville Seniors Centre tote

with all proceeds going towards programs and services at SGSC!

NOT A MEMBER? JOIN US TODAY!Membership gives you access to all services at the South Granville Sen-iors Centre, discounts on programs (including our hot lunch, hair care,

and massage), as well as special events!Renew your membership or join today!

PROGRAM CHANGES IN EFFECTNew: “Ask an RN” Drop-in Wellness Clinic (August date: Aug 2nd)

Art Pen Pals (August date: Aug 12th); Computer Lessons: Now alsooffered Fridays 10:00am-12:00pm.

Program Changes:

summer and will resume in September. Please look for start dates in

HAPPY AUGUST BIRTHDAYS!

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Alice A.Inez A.Roberta B.Rowena B.Jane B.Marjorie C.Rosalie D.Leslie D.Marcia E.

Doug E.John G.Irene G.Carmen G.Lucy H.Mona J.Jongja K.Ligia K.Yolande L.

Debbie L.Carol M.Geraldine M.Dennis R.Phyllis R.Robert S.Joan S.Pat T.Barbara W.

Shirley Ann W.Priscilla W.

JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER TEAM!

your career skills in a different way? We are currently looking for

Fundraising Volunteers: Use your unique skills to help our non-profitcentre raise funds for programs and services!

Singing Group Piano Accompanist: Do you have excellent pianoplaying skills? We are seeking an accompanyist for our Monday AM

singing group. : Help us reach out

to seniors, doctors’ offices, and businesses in the community! On- Repairs Volunteer

Program Instructors:you’d like to share with others? Do you have teaching or

Interested in volunteering or leading a program at the Centre?Pick up a

(Program and Volunteer Coordinator) at 604.732.0812 or

NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

SPECIAL EVENTSEvents

MonAug

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TuesAug

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MonAug

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WedAug

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CENTRE CLOSED FOR BC DAY

12:00-1:30pm, FREE

financial experts. The importance of having a sound fi-

greater. Topics covered include: How to make your mon-

income comes from, and strategies to reduce

A FREE catered lunch will be served at 12:00pm prior to

Hearing Clinic1:00-3:00pm, FREEBook a complimentary hearing health check and hearingaid cleaning courtesy of Dr. Aubree Pozer from ConnectHearing.

Please register for your 15-minute appointment in ad-vance.

12:00-2:30pmCurrent SGSC volunteers are invited to take part in this

12:00: Potluck lunch (please bring a dish to share!)

Annual End-of-Summer Stanley Park Picnic10:00am-3:00pm, Members: $23, Non-members: $25Join us for a fun-celebrate the end of summer with a BBQ picnic!

available). Please meet at SGSC at 10:00am.

FRIDAY AFTERNOONS

FriAug

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FriAug

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FriAug

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Foreign Film Cinema: The Intouchables1:00-

The Intouchables(2011), a French comedy-drama about an aristocrat who

quadriplegic from a paragliding accident.

Tea and snacks provided.

Art Pen Pals Workshop1:00-3:00pm, FREE

workshop, we’ll create postcards to send to apartner seniors’ art group in Montreal. No experiencenecessary, all materials provided!

Summer Book Sale & BBQ10:00am-2:00pmOur summer Book Sale and BBQ is here! Shop forincredible deals on books, artwork, and small household

-Friday between9:00am-4:00pm.

Foreign Film Cinema: The Beauty Inside1:00-Our second installment of Foreign Film Cinemafeatures The Beauty Insidecomedy about a man who wakes up each day in adifferent body.

Tea and snacks provided.

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For further details, look in our August Summer Trips brochure!To register, visit us or call 604.732.0812.

UPCOMING EVENTS IN SEPTEMBERWelcome Back Potluck12:00-1:00pmAll members are invited to our welcome back potluck.Please bring a dish to share as we celebrate the end ofsummer and the beginning of another season offriendship and fun at SGSC!

Please sign up with the dish you’ll be bringing at Recep-

Open House10:00am-2:00pm, FREECurious about what’s happening at SGSC this fall? Wantto learn more about services for seniors in ourcommunity? Our Open House will feature class

Events

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AUGUST TRIPS SCHEDULE

Wed, Aug 3: Greater VancouverZoo (via charter bus)

Members: $25 | Non-members:

Tues, Aug 9: SGSC vs. 411 BowlingBash

Members: $10Non-members: $12

Wed, Aug 10: Harrison Hot Springs(via charter bus)

Members: $18 | Non-members:

(65+) or $10 (under 65)

Tues, Aug 16: Whistler Village (viacharter bus)

Members: $15Non-members $17

Thurs, Aug 18: Airport Tour Members: $2 | Non-members: $4

Mon, Aug 22: OWL Wildlife Sanc-tuary Tour (via charter bus)

Price TBA

Wed, Aug 24: Bowen Island FerryTrip (via charter bus)

Members: $22Non-members: $24

Lunch Menu

August Hot Lunches @ Noon

Join us for delicious,

home-cookedmeals!

We offer the bestvalue lunches in the

neighbourhood!

On Tuesdays,explore new flavours

with 3-courselunches made by

known for herhearty meals.

On Thursdays, enjoya healthy 3-course

meal made byDeseree, our

talented new cook.

On Fridays, Deaserves up delicious

TuesdayCook: Dea

ThursdayCook: Deseree

Friday Cook: Dea

Aug 2Spinach saladBeef & broccoliFried riceFruit turnovers

Aug 4FREE cateredsandwich lunch

Aug 5Soup &Sandwich

Aug 9Caesar saladStuffed bakedpotatoes

cake

Aug 11Watermelon &goat cheese saladChicken tacosTapioca withsugar cookies

Aug 12Soup &Sandwich

Aug 16ColeslawFish n’ chipsFruit & yogurtparfait

Aug 18Kale saladTurkey burgersFriesWalnut cake


Aug 23Spinach saladMac n’ cheeseFruit crisp

Aug 25Kevin’s surpriselunch


Aug 30Tomato saladOrange chickenChocolatepudding cake

PLEASE NOTE: Space is limited! Please reserve your spot by calling us at leastone day in advance. A waitlist is available when spaces are filled.

On Tues Aug 9 and Thurs Aug 25 the lobby will transform into the. We invite the public for lunch on these days to connect with our

community!

TUES & THURS3-Course Meal

$7 members, $7.50non-members

FRIDAYSoup & Sandwich$6 members, $6.50

non-members

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1CENTRE CLOSED

BC DAY

2Info and ReferralsBingo

“Ask an RN”Drop-in ClinicHot Lunch

3Tai ChiMustard SeedsIntro SpanishLanguage Exchange

Vancouver Zoo TripSpanish SeniorsCurbside Market

4Hair Care

Your Money LastCatered Lunch

5Walking ClubSpontaneous ArtMahjongComputer LessonsRep. Agreements

Foreign Film CinemaSoup and Sandwich

8Stretch & StrengthSinging GroupGames Club


Flying Down to Rio

Hearing ClinicBowling Bash

10Tai ChiMustard SeedsIntro SpanishLanguage ExchangeHarrison Hot SpringsSpanish SeniorsCurbside Market

11Hair CareComputer Lessons

Legal ClinicHot Lunch

12Walking ClubSpontaneous ArtMahjongComputer LessonsRep. AgreementsArt Pen PalsWorkshopSoup and Sandwich



Whistler Village TripHot Lunch


Denture ClinicSpanish SeniorsCurbside Market


Airport Explorer TripHot Lunch


Book Sale & BBQSoup and Sandwich


OWL Sanctuary Tour


Midsummer Night’sDreamHand and Foot CareHot Lunch

24Tai ChiMustard SeedsIntro SpanishLanguage ExchangeBowen Island TripSpanish SeniorsCurbside Market


Legal ClinicWellness ClinicBook Club

26Walking ClubSpontaneous ArtMahjongComputer LessonsRep. AgreementsForeign Film CinemaSoup and Sandwich



Hot Lunch

31Annual End-of-Summer Stanley ParkPicnicDay programscancelled

Curbside Market

CalendarMONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1CENTRE CLOSED

BC DAY


“Ask an RN”Drop-in ClinicHot Lunch


Vancouver Zoo TripSpanish SeniorsCurbside Market

4Hair Care

Your Money LastCatered Lunch


Foreign Film CinemaSoup and Sandwich



Flying Down to Rio

Hearing ClinicBowling Bash

10Tai ChiMustard SeedsIntro SpanishLanguage ExchangeHarrison Hot SpringsSpanish SeniorsCurbside Market


Legal ClinicHot Lunch

12Walking ClubSpontaneous ArtMahjongComputer LessonsRep. AgreementsArt Pen PalsWorkshopSoup and Sandwich



Whistler Village TripHot Lunch


Denture ClinicSpanish SeniorsCurbside Market


Airport Explorer TripHot Lunch


Book Sale & BBQSoup and Sandwich


OWL Sanctuary Tour


Midsummer Night’sDreamHand and Foot CareHot Lunch

24Tai ChiMustard SeedsIntro SpanishLanguage ExchangeBowen Island TripSpanish SeniorsCurbside Market


Legal ClinicWellness ClinicBook Club

26Walking ClubSpontaneous ArtMahjongComputer LessonsRep. AgreementsForeign Film CinemaSoup and Sandwich



Hot Lunch

31Annual End-of-Summer Stanley ParkPicnicDay programscancelled

Curbside Market

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ExercisePrograms:

Page 12

Social &

Pages 13-14

Self-Care:Page 15

MusicPrograms:

Page 14

Referral:Pages 16-17

WANT TO KNOWMORE?

SEE DETAILS ON THEFOLLOWING PAGES!

Programs

SUMMER PROGRAMSSee the calendar-at-a-glance, pages 11-12 for this month’s schedule.

Please note: Gentle Yoga andOsteo-hiatus for summer. Sessions will

resume in September.

EXERCISEStretch and StrengthThis class focuses on gentle

relieving tension, and maintaining

features gentle strength exercisesthat target the upper and lowerbody to increase strength andoverall fitness.Mon Jul 4—Aug 29No session Aug 1 (centre closed)10:30-11:30am$45/9 weeksOr drop-in $6/class

Walking ClubLet’s walk together to get fit!

cardiovascular exercise that works

reduce the risk of hip fractures,stroke, and heart disease, andprotect the brain against memoryloss. Our walking club offersvarious 1-hour walks in theneighbourhood for individuals of allskill levels, followed by a coffeesocial.

Fri (ongoing), 10am-12pmFREE! Nordic poles available for

Tai ChiLearn this ancient Chinese

deliberate standing movements,

to enhance your physical andmental well-being. Described as

flexibility, joint strength,

will increase your mental focusand awareness, helping you toachieve a sense of inner peaceand tranquility.Wed (ongoing)Intermediate: 9:15-10amBeginner: 10:05-10:50amNo session Aug 31 (centre closed)Drop-in $5/class

September:

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SOCIAL & EDUCATIONAL

One-on-One Computer &Tech LessonsReceive one-on-with our friendly instructors, whowill help you learn at your ownpace. These classes will take youfrom learning how to turn on thecomputer to exploring the worldthrough the internet, keeping intouch with loved ones throughemail, Facebook and video-chat,

more!Want to learn more about yourown gadget? You can sign up forbeginner to intermediate

cellphone, digital camera, iPad,laptop, eReader, etc.Thu: 2-4pmFri: 10am-12pm (ongoing)(1hr appts.)No sessions Aug 4$8/1 hour session

Spontaneous Art StudioShare in the relaxing and healingexperience of spontaneous artmaking. A wide variety ofmaterials are supplied. Teaservice is included.Fri (ongoing), 10am-12pm$5 drop-in

BingoTry your luck at Bingo and enjoy an

friendly group.Tues (ongoing), 1-3pm$3 drop-in

MahjongDrop in to play Mahjong! Playersfrom advanced, intermediate, andbeginner levels are welcome! Teaservice is included.Fri (ongoing), 1-3pm$2 drop-in

Book ClubJoin us for a discussion of this

members are welcome!Last Thu (monthly), 10:30-11:30amAug date: Aug 25, $1 drop-in

Join this friendly group to knit,

welcome.Wed (ongoing), 1-3pmNo session Aug 31 (centre closed)FREE!

Games ClubDrop in to work on puzzles or playbridge, rummy, chess, Scrabble,board games and more!Mon (ongoing), 1-3pmNo session Aug 1 (centre closed)$2 drop-in

September: Seniors Create

Programs

EXERCISE

MUSIC

Ameliorer votre francais! Wouldyou like an opportunity to

with others who are alsointerested in the French language,culture, and literature! All levelsof proficiency are welcome.Thu (ongoing), 11am-12pm$2 drop-in

Expand your universe and learnthe basics of Spanish, one of thefastest growing languages in theworld! This class provides a

language skills, preparing you for

Wed (ongoing), 3-4pmNo session Aug 31 (centre closed)$5/class;

SOCIAL & EDUCATIONAL

Join us on select Tuesdays eachmonth to watch a popular musicalor a world-famous opera.This Month’s Musical:Tues Aug 9 — Flying Down to RioThis Month’s Opera:Tues Aug 23— Midsummer Night’sDream1-3pm; $1 drop-in

SGSC Amaryllis Singing GroupAn informal choir meets eachMonday to sing musical favorites.No training necessary!

Mon (ongoing), 11am-12pmNo session Aug 1 (centre closed)$1 drop-in

Language Exchange CaféAre you a Spanish or an Englishspeaker? Our LanguageExchange Café is a space formutual language exchangebetween English-Spanishspeaker partners.

whopaired up with someone whowants to improve their Spanish.A typical session will have thepair talk for half an hour inSpanish and then for half anhour in English.

Interested? Please sign up at

to determine your languageproficiency. All language levelswelcome!

Weds (ongoing), 2-3pmNo session Aug 31 (centre closed)$2 drop-in

EXERCISE SELF-CARE

Gentle Hand & Foot Care

available to pamper your handsor feet!Aug date: Tues Aug 239:30am-1:30pm (½hrappointments)$20 members, $24 non-members

Hair CareHave your hair cut and styled byour long-term, friendly

your hair beforehand.Thu (ongoing), 10-12pm (½hrappointments)$12 members, $15 non-members+ gratuity

Aug 2016 | page 15

“Ask an RN” Drop-in WellnessClinicDrop-in and have all your health

Aug date: Tues Aug 211:00am-1:00pm

required!

Pharmasave Wellness ClinicOur monthly PharmasaveWellness Clinic is a fun and

seniors.Aug date: Thu Aug 2511:00-11:45amFREE!

“Ask a Denturist” Drop-inDenture Clinic

dentures or dental care?Registered Denturist Kashmir Singhof Brite Smile Dentures is here to

your smile bright and healthy!

Denture Clinic runs once amonth.Aug date: Wed Aug 1211:00am-1:00pm

required!

NEW!Please note: Massage

Therapy is on hiatus for summer.Sessions will resume in

September.

September: Beauty

INFORMATION &–

Planning for the Future and End-of-Life CareAre you prepared for end-of-life? Forincapacity? For your future?Learn the steps needed to plan yourfuture from a volunteer trained byNidus Personal Planning ResourceCentre ( ).

A Will is not enough. There areother legal documents that are need-ed to cover your health care wishesand financial affairs in case you areincapacitated due to illness or acci-dent.

Fri (ongoing), 1-3:30pm (1/2 hrappts.)Free,

Programs

Legal Clinics with AccessPro-BonoAccess Pro Bono strives to

dividuals of limited meansthroughout BC. This service pro-vides up to a half-hour of freelegal advice from licensed

appointments may be made).This service is for low-incomeindividuals of any age. Pleasecall to find out if you meet therequirements.Aug dates: Thu Aug 11 & 252-4pm (1/2 hr appts.)Free,

CURBSIDE FRESH MARKET INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES

WednesdaysJune 15-October 2611:00AM-2:00PM

Curbside Fresh Market brings fresh andaffordable produce right to our doorstep!

This year’s market is run in partnership with theGreater Vancouver Food Bank Society and Holy

Trinity Anglican Church.Come shop the Curbside Fresh Market for fresh, in-season, locally-sourced fruits and vegetables at ex-

Would you like to be a part of our Weekly Call List?Would you like someone to check-up on you? Receive a call once a

week from a trained volunteer. Please call 604.732.0812 to be added

calls!

Why? For peace of mind and because we care.

DID YOU KNOW?Are you a Vancouver senior (aged 55+), caregiver, or family member in

need of help? Our trained can pro-:

Government programs and subsidies (Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Se-curity, Guaranteed Income Supplement)

Disability PensionMedical Services Plan

BC Bus Pass, Compass, and HandyDARTHousing subsidies for low-income renters

services and subsidies and with referrals to health care and advocacyprofessionals.

Call the South Granville Seniors Centre at 604-732-0812to book a FREE one-hour appointment!

In English: Every Tuesday from 10am-12pmIn Spanish: Every Wednesday from 9:30am-12pm

*This service is open to SGSC members and non-members alike. Please

Aug 2016 | page 17

INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES

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Three meals daily,prepared by ourRed Seal Chef

HousekeepingServices

Social Activities All in the heart of

South Granville

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(Right next door to South Granville Seniors Centre)Call (604) 732-4424 to book a tour

www.chalmerslodge.ca

Meeting your needs within yourmeans

Chalmers LodgeAssisted Living For Seniors

Aug 2016| page 19

Para Mayor Información Llamar aMaria Jose Torrejón

604.732.0812

Referral ProgramEvery Wednesday from

9:30am—12pm.

Información y ayuda enEspañol

Todos los miércoles en lamañana desde las 9:30am hasta

las 12pm. Un voluntario de SouthGranville Seniors Centre lo

atendera en Espanol para quepueda conocer y acceder a los

servicios de vivienda, salud,pensiones y otros.

otros.

Spanish SeniorsProgram

Grupo de Personas

Every Wednesday from10am-5pm

Meet with Spanish-speakersaged 55+! Take part in a

3-course lunch, computerclasses, ESL classes, gentle

performances, lectures, andgames). Everyone is welcome to

- Spanish andnon-Spanish speakers alike!

Valor/CostAlmuerzo: $7

Membresia: $20/año

10-12hr: Clases de computador

11-12 hr: Clases de inglés

12:15-13 hr: Ejercicios

13:10-14 hr: Almuerzo

14:10-17 hr: Rifa, juegos, charlas

Horario/ScheduleTodos los Miércolesde 10:00 a 17:00 hrs

Programs

South Granville SeniorsCentre

BOOK SALE& BBQ

Friday, August 19th10:00AM-2:00PMOur summer Book Sale and BBQ is here!

Shop for incredible deals on books,artwork, and small household items, all

-Friday between

Wed, August 3: GreaterVancouver Zoo (via char-ter bus)

Tues, August 9: SGSC vs.411 Bowling Bash

Wed, August 10:Harrison Hot Springs (viacharter bus)

Tues, Aug 16: WhistlerVillage (via charter bus)

Mon, Aug 22: WildlifeSanctuary Tour (via char-ter bus

Wed, Aug 24: Bowen Is-land Ferry Trip (via char-ter bus)

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