Caregiver Week 2019

Caregiver Week March 17-23, 2019

Monday, March 18, 2019

Cliff Wright Library presentation “Services for Caregivers”
Parkinson Canada presentation “Information for Caregivers”
Cliff Wright Library – 1635 McKercher Dr.
1pm-3pm
Cost: FREE
To register call 306-652-2255

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Care for the Caregiver Forum – Friday, March 22, 2019
Caregiver App Launch (University of Saskatchewan)
Caregiver Self-Care presentation (SK Health Authority)
TED Video presentation of Brenè Brown with facilitated group discussions
Circle Drive Alliance Church – 3035 Preston Ave. S.
10:00am – 3:00pm
Cost: $20 (Lunch included) To register call SCOA at 306-652-2255

Thanks to Saskatoon Community Foundation

 

 

 

 

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Winter 2019 Classes & Programs

Note: All class/program fees must be paid in advance.
1. Phone 306-652-2255 to pay with credit card, OR
2. mail a cheque to our office:
SCOA, Saskatoon Field House, 2020 College Drive, Saskatoon, S7N 2W4 OR
3. Visit our office at the Field House to register in person.

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Introduction to Genealogy

This is a basic genealogy class and will not be able to concentrate on anyone’s personal genealogy.  This class will cover: where to start, where to find information, what to do and what not to do, different organizational methods, and

how to record information.

Wednesdays (9hrs): Feb 13, 20, 27 – 1pm – 4pm $90

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Wool Fibre Paint Art Class

Dianne Murphy is a well know local wool fibre artist. You will use natural fibres and the wet felting techniques to create your own “masterpiece”. Participants can bring a picture to work from or just have fun with colouring felts. All materials included.

Monday, February 4, 2019 1pm- 4pm  $50

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Needle Wool Fibre Art Class

Dianne Murphy is a well know local wool fibre artist. Using a needle and wool fibres, you will create an owl (or create your own sculpted  masterpiece).  No experience necessary, just come and have fun. All materials included.

Monday, March 4, 2019 1pm-4pm  $50

 

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Introduction to Spring Birding

Birding can be an enjoyable and stimulating lifelong activity. How can you get started? How can you develop more advanced skills?  You may just want to identify birds in your backyard and at the local park or perhaps you want to challenge yourself and venture further afield.  This class will show you how. Whether you are just starting out or seeking to become more adept at bird identification, please join us.

No experience or equipment is required, but if you have a bird field guide please bring it with you.

Tuesdays (8hrs): April 23, 30, May 7 (outdoors), 14 (indoor) 2pm – 4pm  $40

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Technology

Apple Technology Classes

Beginner one-on-one Apple classes on Friday afternoons.  Become more confident using your Apple iPad or iPhone. Register now for 2 classes of 1.5 hrs (3 hrs) which includes a take home manual.

Date: Friday afternoons  Cost:    $40

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IOS 12 Apple operating system and iPhone/iPad photography Class

Mystified with the Apple system update (IOS 12)? Having troubles with photos stored on the “Cloud”? Small group class sessions with 5 people per class – register early.

Date:    January 22nd    New IOS 12 Apple update (1.5 hrs) 1:30 – 3:00

February 12th  Photography/cloud storage (1.5 hrs) 1:30 – 3:00

Cost: $15 per class

Tech Buddy

One-on-one beginner technology classes with students from local high schools.
Program to run in February 2019; a waiting list will be kept.
Cost: $10 (Fee to cover administration costs)
Phone 306-652-2255 to register

A Full House for Warm Up to Winter

With 120 participants, SCOA’s first ever “Warm Up to Winter” event was a huge success!
We hope everyone enjoyed this  great kick-off to our winter season in Saskatoon.

Participants learned about the benefits of exercise, then walked the track at the Saskatoon Field House . After exercise, they headed upstairs to enjoy refreshments, hot drinks and listen to the mellow sounds of Salt Water Joy.

The afternoon was capped with a draw for three great prizes.

Thank you to our sponsors and supporters: City of Saskatoon and Preston Park 1 Retirement Residence. 

Thank you to our wonderful volunteers who helped make this event a success!

 

Gala Night Celebrates Older Adults

Message from June Gawdun, Executive Director, Saskatoon Council on Aging [SCOA]

On October 25th many older adults enjoyed a lovely evening at the Best of Zoomer Idol event at the Western Development Museum.  This event showcased the talents of older adults in our community.  The funds generated from ticket sales and voting for your favourite idol go to support SCOA’s programs and services.  The room was packed with 323 guests attending.  A huge thanks to the Idols and to the organizing committee.

The people’s choice winner was Lila Henderson. In the spirit of having a fundraising event the Idols had the option to collect votes prior to the event.   Lila managed to collect just over $6000.00 in votes!
There was a tie for the judge’s choice.  The winners were Mary Ellen Buckwold and Roy Hargreaves. 

 

Thank you to everyone who attended.  Tax receipts will be issued during for a portion of the fee for your ticket and for votes that were $25.00 and up.

Thanks to our sponsors:

Thanks to Prairie Meats

Thanks to Saskatoon Media Group

Thanks to Star Sponsors Edwards Family Centre; Barry Woytowich, RBC Dominion Securities; Affinity Credit Union
Dessert Sponsor:  Hillcrest Memorial 

 

Winter Wonderland Christmas Card

Paint a watercolour Christmas card with snow laden pine tree against an evening winter sky.

Explore watercolour techniques of frost salt, snow spatter, dark blue sky mix and scrub out for snow highlights.

Art class instructor is Cecilia Elizabeth from Riverhouse Gallery. All supplies included.

Date :    November 29, 2018 (3hrs) 1pm – 4pm

Cost:      $50 per class

 

 

Phone 306-652-2255  or drop by our office SCOA 2020 College Drive [Field House] to register. All class registration fees must be paid in advance.

Seniors Technology Program

New sessions starting on November 13th 2018!
9:30-12:20 pm at St. Joseph’s High School (115 Nelson Rd)
$10 fee to cover administration costs

Includes presentations on financial fraud and internet safety. As well as one on one beginner technology classes with students from local high schools. Learn how to use your laptop,smartphone or other device!

Phone: 306-652-2255 Email: admin@scoa.ca
Or in-person at Saskatoon Council On Aging (SCOA):
2020 College Drive, Saskatoon (Saskatoon Field House)

FREE TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO THOSE WHO NEED IT
Thanks to our sponsors and partners: Community Initiatives Fund, RAP Program

Warm Up to Winter

When: November 22, 2018 1 pm to 3:15 pm 
Where: Saskatoon Field House – 2020 College Drive
Cost: FREE

Entrance instructions: Go to main entrance of the Field House,  check-in at the SCOA registration table in the lobby area – we will stamp your hand for entrance. Show your stamp to the field house staff to access the court area.
Schedule:
1 pm to 1:30 pm – Warm-up – Court #3 [Main floor]
1:30 to 2:30 pm -Walking on the Track –
2:30 to 3:15 pm – Entertainment & refreshments – Fitness and Dance Studio [second level, Field House]

Phone 306-652-2255 to register. 

Thank you to our sponsors: