We incorrectly stated that Bonnie Doon Hall is not wheel chair accessible, but it is wheel chair accessible. Please note that for future events. 

Also, last week's entry for the Sage Awards included an error introduced by ESCC during production of the newsletter. We apologize for the mistake. We have included the correct version in this issue of Link Letter.

Location: The Chateau Lacombe Hotel (10111 Bellamy Hill)
The Sage Awards honouring the outstanding achievements and contributions of seniors in our community will be presented on April 15. Download the poster to learn more.
Tickets are $65 each. According to organizers, the awards luncheon has sold out in past years so it is advisable to purchase your tickets early. Order tickets online or with the ticket order form.

The summary report from the November 2014 forum "What's Stopping Us? Innovating for Seniors' Health and Wellness" presented by the Covenant Health Network of Excellence in Seniors' Health and Wellness is now available. The forum focused on community-based approaches to seniors' health and wellness with discussions from multiple stakeholder groups. Approaches highlighted in the report include the importance of: 

• Centralized resources to support aging in communities across Alberta
• Community-based support for family caregivers
• Alternative models for provision of care to seniors in the community
• Reframing how we talk about seniors

The Alberta Centre for Active Living recently published the 2015 Alberta Survey on Physical Activity. This is the first time that the survey investigated both physical activity and sedentary behaviour and results show that one third of Albertans are sedentary for more than 10 hours a day. Download an infographic, summary and the full report. 

At this full-day workshop you'll learn the steps needed to successfully obtain grant support and build genuine long-term relationships with funders. For organizations of any size and staff, volunteers, and board members at any level. Call 780-464-4242 to register or get more information or email [email protected]. Fee includes lunch & refreshments.

The dance features the music of the Chwyl Brothers. Admission is $10 at the door. Cash bar. Call 780-468-1985 for more information.

Edmonton Seniors Slo-Pitch Association is accepting registrations for the 2015 season. If you are interested in playing slo-pitch, you will find their league a great way to have fun and exercise and even start some new friendships. Mens and womens slo-pitch players are welcome and the league features three divisions from Competitive to Recreational and also a 45+ Competitive Division. All games are played at Airways Park (113 Street & 113 Avenue) and the diamonds are considered the best slo-pitch diamonds in Edmonton. League play is May thru to September, Monday to Thursday - 2 games per week. For more information check out the ESSPA website or email [email protected].

Our toe nail specialist arrives every six weeks to help the elderly with toe nail care. Call 780-483-1209 to book an appointment. Location: 9629 - 176 St.

Come for lunch and stay for a game of bingo at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are $9. Purchase your tickets by March 31. Location: 3Y, 11111 Jasper Ave. Call 780-342-8625 for more information.

Take your game to the next level, or develop some core strength and flexibility at this golf conditioning session. Call 780-483-1209 for more information.

The North Edmonton Seniors Association (7524-139 Ave) is booking tables for their upcoming flea market on April 18. Contact 780-496-6969 to reserve your table.

The South East Edmonton Seniors Association is accepting donations for their spring rummage sale. Start your spring cleaning and donate cleaned, good-quality items to for the sale. Donations will be accepted starting March 30 at the south door of their centre at 9350 - 82 St.  Almost any item is welcome except baby furniture and supplies, dated materials (such as encyclopedia, magazines and calendars), Readers Digest books, heavy furniture, computer hardware, televisions and shoes. The sale will be held April 25 and 26.

This workshop provides a safe and understanding environment to help caregivers reduce stress, decrease guilt, learn how to get the most out of the system, and begin to care for themselves.  COMPASS is led by former caregivers and the workshop will provide tools for coping and even thriving.  

 

Edmonton dates and locations:

Tuesdays, April 14 to June 2, 2015
Time: 1:30 to 3 p.m.
North Edmonton Seniors Association (7524-139 Ave)
Call 780-496-6969 to register.

 

Thursdays, April 30 to June 18, 2015
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Alberta Caregivers Association Offices Edmonton (Fulton Place School - 10310-56 St.)
Call 780-453-5088 to register.

Two former Eskimo players will speak in the morning about the impact hearing loss had on their life and how they tackled hearing loss. The two afternoon sessions will look at mental health. The agenda and registration form are on the conference website.