West Lincoln Secures Funding to Help Older Adults ‘Try Something New’

NEWS RELEASE

West Lincoln Secures Funding to Help Older Adults ‘Try Something New’

For Immediate Release: October 13, 2023

The Township of West Lincoln is encouraging residents aged 55 and over to “Try Something New,” through an exciting new schedule of free accessible programming. This new programming is made possible thanks to $11,900 in funding awarded through the Seniors Community Grant.

The grant will also help to fund two free presentations targeted for seniors, led by Crime Stoppers Niagara in partnership with the Niagara Elder Abuse Prevention Network, held in the upstairs program room at the West Lincoln Community Centre, 177 West St., Smithville.

“Try Something New! 55+”

• Ukulele Lessons with Beamsville/Grimsby Music Studio
  at the West Lincoln Community Centre
  October 25 to December 13
  Every Wednesday at 11 a.m.
  Registration required

• Moccasin Making with Barefoot Bushcraft
  at the West Lincoln Community Centre
  November 17, December 1 and January 19
  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  Registration required

• Flower Arrangement Workshops
  at the Watering Can Flower Market
  November 13 & December 12, at 10:30 a.m.
  Free bus transportation
  Registration required

• Introduction to Bird Watching with Marcie Jacklin
  at the West Lincoln Community Centre
  Friday, November 10, at 10:30 a.m.
  No registration required

• Senior-to-Senior Bullying and Elder Abuse Awareness
  Learn to recognize and deal with senior-to-senior bullying and elder abuse.
  Friday, November 24, at 10:30 a.m.
  No registration required

• Be Aware… Take Care – A Safety Guide for Our Community
  Gain important information, guidance and resources to protect yourself and what to be aware of while online.
  Friday, December 8, at 10:30 a.m.
  No registration required

Registration for applicable “Try Something New 55+” programs opens at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 16, 2023. Call 905-957-3346 ext. 4682 to claim your spot! Details are subject to change without notice. Visit the Township’s Older Adult Programs webpage for the most up-to-date information.

The Seniors Community Grant Program is provided by Ontario’s Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility, and aims to address social isolation and help older adults stay healthy, safe, and active in their communities.

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Quotes:

“Something that has been made abundantly clear in recent years is the significant impact that connection and socialization has on our overall health. I am thrilled to see Township Staff continuing to prioritize the needs of our community’s older demographic.”

Cheryl Ganann

Mayor

“This wonderful new programming serves as another significant step for the Township in achieving our strategic vision of being a safe, engaged and vibrant municipality that fosters connections, opportunities and a strong sense of community.”

Bev Hendry

Chief Administrative Officer

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