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Switched on Seniors​.

​Helping Seniors Stay Connected.

Next meeting:  Thursday, June 1st, in person at

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church!

We are committed to making life a little less lonely for isolated seniors.
​
​One of the ways that we want to help is to get seniors comfortable with basic technology.  We want to help you to stay in touch with family and friends, access programs and services available online, and find information quickly and efficiently.

Our weekly meetings, this web site, and our newsletters are there to help you feel more connected to your community, and give you a place to learn & have fun at the same time.  Remember it's FREE, there are never any charges or cost to you to be a Switched-on Senior!

Upcoming Sessions

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'Thursday, June 1st
Please join us at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church,
143 Main St. N. from 10:00 - 11:30 am.
**Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to hang coats and find a comfortable seat. Thank you!

Topic:  Geriatric Outreach Services Presentation with Janice Stober, N.Y.G.H. Clinical Coordinator and Educator for the GTA

Did you know that The Geriatric Outreach Team assesses elderly seniors living in the community who have complex problems related to health, day-to-day functioning, and social concerns.
Come educate yourself on what a comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) in the older adult's home consists of and educate yourself on geriatric medicine, nursing, social work, psychiatry, physiotherapy, or occupational therapy services.

Topic: Special Lunch Event: (this Thursday)
After Switched on Seniors, please join us for our 
FREE 'Lunch and Mingle,' Thursday, June 1st, at 11:30 a.m.

 
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
To register please call Tammara at the Church Office
905-294-4736 and provide your name and telephone number
. 
Thanks so much and see you real soon!
  *Bring a friend for even more FUN!!!

In addition, each week we will be offering in-person technology support from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. for anyone with tech. questions (perhaps how to use Facebook, write an email, share photos, use Google, download an app., or maybe you are curious about Instagram or TikTok?)

**At the present time masks are NOT mandatory at our gatherings, but they are strongly encouraged to help keep you healthy and safe!  Please do what feels right for you as we all try to navigate the cold and flu season!  Thank you for respecting everyone's comfort level! 
Plus Zoom tips, games, trivia, jokes, tech info, and more!

Thursday, June 8th
Please join us at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church,
143 Main St. N. from 10:00 - 11:30 am.
**Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to hang coats and find a comfortable seat. Thank you!
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Topic:  Resident-certified culinary nutrition instructor, Renata Richardson will be joining us!

​Our resident-certified culinary nutrition instructor, Renata Richardson will teach us how to whip up some delicious tomato bisque soup, 
and we will be celebrating June with a variety of grilled cheese sandwiches and a surprise dessert.   
 

** Added Bonus:  This week following our program, you are welcome to stay for:  'The Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Sandwich' lunch. 
Please know that there is no cost for this offering.  A basket will be available if you would like to make a monetary donation.  Thank you!


In addition, each week we will be offering in-person technology support from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. for anyone with tech. questions (perhaps how to use Facebook, write an email, share photos, use Google, download an app., or maybe you are curious about Instagram or TikTok?)

**At the present time masks are NOT mandatory at our gatherings, but they are encouraged!  Please do what feels right for you!  Thank you for respecting everyone's comfort level! 
Plus Zoom tips, games, trivia, jokes, tech info, and more!

Thursday, June 15th
Please join us at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church,
143 Main St. N. from 10:00 - 11:30 am.
**Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to hang coats and find a comfortable seat. Thank you!

Topic:  Paul Calandra - Minister of Long Term Care and Member of Provincial Parliament for Markham-Stouffville will speak on all things seniors.

Come and learn about the 'Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program,' how to claim, 'The Seniors Home Safety Tax Credit,' and learn more about the
'Ontario Disability Support Program.'


In addition, each week we will be offering in-person technology support from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. for anyone with tech. questions (perhaps how to use Facebook, write an email, share photos, use Google, download an app., or maybe you are curious about Instagram or TikTok?)

**At the present time masks are NOT mandatory at our gatherings, but they are strongly encouraged to help keep you healthy and safe!  Please do what feels right for you as we all try to navigate the cold and flu season!  Thank you for respecting everyone's comfort level! 
Plus Zoom tips, games, trivia, jokes, tech info, and more!

Thursday, June 22nd
Please join us at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church,
143 Main St. N. from 10:00 - 11:30 am.
**Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to hang coats and find a comfortable seat. Thank you!

Topic:  Gentle Stretch and Strengthen Chair Yoga with 500 Hour, Certified Yoga Teacher, Christina DeFranco

In gentle yoga, you may do standing postures (holding on to a chair), forward bends, and low-impact backbends, in addition to seated stretches.  Chair yoga can help you feel stronger, increase your flexibility, loosen and stretch painful muscles, reduce chronic pain, decrease pain and improve balance and circulation.  These exercises help to reduce risk factors and improve mobility as we age!  Remember that mobility is our ability to move freely and easily which is vital to living an independent, healthy life!  

**Please note that this 'free' class will run on the last Thursday of each month so pencil it into your calendar!  Remember that consistency is the key to a stronger YOU!


In addition, each week we will be offering in-person technology support from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. for anyone with tech. questions (perhaps how to use Facebook, write an email, share photos, use Google, download an app., or maybe you are curious about Instagram or TikTok?)

**At the present time masks are NOT mandatory at our gatherings, but they are strongly encouraged to help keep you healthy and safe!  Please do what feels right for you as we all try to navigate the cold and flu season!  Thank you for respecting everyone's comfort level! 
Plus Zoom tips, games, trivia, jokes, tech info, and more!​

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Did you miss the presentation from York Regional Police earlier in May? Check out this video presentation from their Senior Safety division on Frauds & Scams

Announcements

Alzheimer’s Disease & Brain Health - Please click on this frame to view the power point presentation.

Grandparents Scam information from York Regional Police

Grandparents Scam info
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York Regional Police Senior Safety Information

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Seniors 2022 Fraud Prevention Information Package

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Cyber Safety for Seniors:  Understanding Where Your Data Goes and Why It Matters

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Walking Speed - Is it a new vital sign?

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Hearing Care Counselling Program Services and Tip

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How to Promote Brain Health - McMaster Optimal Aging

Click this link to watch the Brain Health video:
www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/e-learning/how-to-promote-brain-health
Social Isolation: Are You at Risk?
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Discover the risk factors. Learn how social
isolation impacts health and well-being,
and practical ways to reduce your risk.

Click on the link to learn more.  
https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/e-learning/social-isolation-are-you-at-risk

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