The Government of Alberta has announced that a new home repair loan program will replace the Special Needs Assistance for Seniors grant. The new program will be open to all Alberta seniors who own their homes. Through government, they will be able to obtain a low-interest home repair loan with no payments until the home is sold. The interest rate has not yet been fixed, but Minister Johnson said it will be low. It is expected that the program will be introduced in July.

The Government of Alberta released the Alberta Seniors Business Plan 2015-20 on March 26, 2015. The plan outlines desired outcomes, priority initiatives and performance measures/indicators. Outcomes include:

• Seniors have access to supports that assist them to be independent and participate in their communities
• Seniors' safety and well-being is supported
• Albertans most in need have access to appropriate accommodation options

Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for all food services at Sage including The Sunshine Café, Sage Savories frozen meals and in-house catering services. Duties include menu planning, food preparation, purchasing, cost controls, compliance with health and safety regulations, staff and volunteer supervision.

Qualifications of this position include: minimum 5 years of Food Services and Kitchen Management experience and Journeyman Cook Certificate or equivalent. Hours of work are seven hours/day, Monday - Friday.

Submit resume by April 15, 2015. For a complete job description visit www.MySage.ca.  

Learn about the cognitive, emotional, physical, and social benefits of recreational therapies/practices for seniors and tips to improve your quality of life. Registration is required. $2. Call 587-987-3200.

This seniors information session is presented by Marj Buerger Regional Adviser, Policy Development and Community Partnerships Unit, Seniors. Registration deadline is April 13. Call 780-342-8625 for more information.

Delicious home-cooked dinner followed by great fun and music by "Mr. Melody". Cost $12. Call 780-433-5377 for more information.

The submission deadline for the J.W. Bilsland Award of Literary Excellence for Senior Writers has been extended until noon on April 24. Cash prizes for each of the three categories - short story, creative nonfiction and poetry will be awarded. Entry forms can be picked up at Strathcona Place Senior Centre (10831 University Ave) or downloaded from the award website.

 Crafts for sale and entertainment by the NESA Handbells. $2 at the door.

Cost: $18 for admission and transportation. Please pay and register at the front desk by April 17. Pack a lunch or bring money to purchase at the café. For more information call 780-496-2997.

Join Detective Bill Allen (Economic Crimes Division - Edmonton Police Service) and Weichurn Woo (Financial Advisor) to learn more about how seniors can be victims of Fraud through the Internet, Telephone, Investment or Door to Door Sales. Come relax have a cup of tea or coffee and learn how to guard against those who would like to relieve you of your hard earned money. $3.