Building a better future for older adults
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World Older Adult Abuse Awareness Day – June 12, 2018 – 8:30 a.m – 12 p.m.
McClure United Church – 4025 Taylor Street East
Registration fee: $10.00
Presentations and Networking
Learn how to avoid fraud, scams and handle money safely
Phone 306-652-2255 to register.
More information on elder abuse – Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
Looking for the perfect gift for friend, family member or that person who is hard to shop for 55 + ? Consider giving a gift of membership with the Saskatoon Council on Aging.
For only $25 per year [$35 for couples], full members receive the following benefits:
Membership FAQ’s
Memberships are renewed annually – April 1.
Individuals 90 years of age and up are exempt from membership fees and receive all full benefits.
Membership fees may be paid:
1. In person at our office Saskatoon Field House, 2020 College Drive (cash, cheque or credit card)
2. Pay with credit card: phone our office 306-652-2255
3. Send cheques by mail:
Saskatoon Council on Aging, 2020 College Drive, Saskatoon, S7N 2W4
Experience Saskatoon Transit
Saskatoon Transit is exploring new ways in which to promote sustainable alternatives to car use and to support friendly forms of transportation such as walking, ride sharing, and public transit. There is huge potential in this area for older adults to become more active in multi-modal transportation and Saskatoon Transit desires to be a catalyst for this kind of change. This summer there will be several opportunities for you to test drive transit and Experience Saskatoon Transit as a 1st or 2nd time transit rider.
Older adults have numerous challenges as they consider a change in their mode of transportation. These include: having a support system to find a new way of being independent and mobile, coping with higher volumes of traffic, and adapting to a new way of life without driving. Experience Saskatoon Transit is a first step – positive experience that will help you overcome these initial challenges of travelling on transit.
Who can benefit from this travel training experience
Details about Experience Saskatoon Transit
Thursday, August 24 (1:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
Wednesday, September 13 (1:00 pm – 3:00 pm)
Thursday, September 21 (10:00 am – 12:00)
To register a spot for yourself or a group (4-6) for one of these dates, or for more information about Experience Saskatoon Transit, please contact one of the following:
Cory Shrigley
Customer Support & Engagement Manager
Saskatoon Transit
Tel. 306.975.2990 cell 306.380.7100
Email: cory.shrigley@saskatoon.ca
Bonnie Grove
Age-Friendly Community Development Coordinator
Saskatoon Council on Aging
Tel. 306-652-2522
Email: bonnie@scoa.ca
About the Program
The Saskatoon Council on Aging’s Bus Buddy Program is a safe and personal introduction to the Saskatoon transit system through the assistance of trained and qualified Bus Buddy volunteers.
Message from the Executive Director
Saskatoon has been accepted as part of the World Health Organization’s Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities! The application, which included the great work from the Age Friendly Saskatoon Initiative was submitted by the City of Saskatoon with the full support of Mayor and City Council.
Age-friendly communities feature accessible transportation, affordable appropriate housing options, inviting outdoor spaces, quality community and health services, employment and volunteer opportunities, and access to social activities and public events.
SCOA has recently formed an Age Friendly Community Development Committee with several key stake holders who have an interest is building a positive future for older adults that will continue to ensure that Saskatoon is Age-Friendly.
Our summer student, Thomas, will be contacting members over the summer months to update your information. Please consider supporting our organization and becoming a full member. Your support goes directly towards SCOA’s programs and services.
Watch for more exciting updates on our brand new fall programs in the next eNews!
SCOA is very thankful to have many different types of supporters through volunteering, grants, sponsorships and donations Through providing support it allows SCOA to build a better future for older adults.
Sincerely,
June Gawdun
Effective July 12, 2017
Patrons using the Field House can park in the north lot or Lot #15. There is no fee for Saskatoon Field House patrons, however the following must be adhered to:
North Lot:
Lot #15 (U. of S Lot: along Preston Avenue):
The City of Saskatoon is committed to providing access to the Leisure Centres and appreciates everyone’s patience during the construction of the Merlis Belsher Place.
Saskatoon Council on Aging marks WEAAD 2017 by raising awareness. This year’s theme is ‘Starting the Conversation to Stop the Abuse of Older Adults’. Join us in building the movement for social change across the province, to raise awareness of this issue and mobilize communities in Saskatchewan to take action.
Did you know the percentage of seniors in the population (16.9 per cent) now exceeds the share of children (16.6 per cent) in Canada? Our demographics are shifting, and we now have more seniors in Canada than ever before, a trend that is going to continue well into the future. At the same time as that the population is growing, we know that a startling number of seniors are experiencing abusive situations. And that’s only part of the picture: experts believe that for every case of elder abuse or neglect that is reported, as many as 23.5 cases go unreported.
WEAAD serves as a Call-to-Action for individuals, organizations, and communities to raise awareness about elder abuse. The International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) at the United Nations (UN) launched the first World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, 2006 in a global effort to unite communities in raising awareness about elder abuse and the impact this has on the quality of life of our most vulnerable citizens.
“We all have a vital role to play in creating a peaceful, supportive and just society” stated June Gawdun, Executive Director of SCOA. We invite and encourage you to join us on June 15 in our efforts to Start the Conversation to Stop the Abuse of Older Adults.
How you can help Start the conversation to Stop the Abuse of Older Adults: Join us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter
SCOA Membership Fee System
Payment Methods: Full Member [includes Couples], Corporate Member or Organization Member only
2. Pay with credit card– visit the SCOA office or phone (306) 652-2255.
Background: A motion regarding membership and fees was approved by members at the Annual General Meeting. on May 25th. Changes to our membership system are effective from that date. The fee structure for membership emerged from recommendations to assist SCOA resolve its financial concerns, particularly to help the organization overcome the Saskatoon Health Region’s withdrawal of $75,000 of grants to support core operations.
