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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022
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e’ve all seen the ads that tell us that our Seniors do better when they can stay at home. And we at The Cridge Village Seniors Centre couldn’t agree more! It’s why we have created every aspect of our building, the suites, and our community, to be the most welcoming and safe home for each one of our residents. This building’s new addition was purpose built (and the heritage building renovated to award winning standards) as a Seniors residence, so the hallways are nice and wide to accommodate mobility devices, the suites (all are one and two bedroom) also have wide doorways, walk in showers and grab bars to keep you safe. In addition, every resident has an emergency pendant to call someone in the building in the case of a medical emergency. And your suite is yours to decorate, furnish and make your own.
Home care is available if you need it, and the majority of home support workers work here consistently, so you will get to know their friendly faces. Our food is cooked in our kitchen from scratch using local and organic ingredients where possible – and we love suggestions of favourites from our residents! We have extensive gardens, some with raised beds, so you can continue a beloved hobby, or just sit back and enjoy the beauty. Lounges on every floor offer space for games, music, art, socializing with new and old friends, and daily exercise classes. Most importantly, we are a community. You can make new friends, interact with your old ones, enjoy healthy delicious meals, have your suite cleaned weekly for you, participate in as much or as little recreation as you would like, and truly settle in.
t’s November, a prime month for Seasonal affective disorder or SAD. It can begin around this time of year and the symptoms include having less energy and feeling moody. Depending on the severity, treatment should involve talking with a health provider or increasing your self care. If your symptoms are more like the Monday Blues, engaging in classes and activities at Silver Threads Service may just give you the boost you need during these darker days. At the Victoria Centre we can literally beat the Monday Blues with Monday afternoon classes. There are some once a month activities that include three different lively offerings! Music Bingo on November 14th is Bingo with a twist. Listen to music, name the tune, and mark your card. Maybe win a prize! In Song Circle on November 21st, you can join Patrick Smith, who will accompany the group on his guitar and leads the group through a joyous afternoon of singing classics, country and folk. November 28th is Trivia Quiz, challenge your brain and have some laughs with these multiple-choice quizzes. Come prepared to play. All three programs run from 1:30pm to 3:00pm and are $2 for members and $5 for non-members. Annual membership is currently $35 to the end of April. To book a spot in one of the “Monday Blues” activities call 250388-4268.
For those who are 55 years and better, Silver Threads Service has been serving the community for 65 years and offers a wide variety of programs and services at two locations. By purchasing a membership, you will pay reduced fees for classes, have access to both Centres and over 80 classes a week. Our complete Fall Program Guide is available at www.silverthreads.ca Our Saanich Centre is located at 286 Hampton Road, in the Tillicum Gorge neighbourhood and can be reached at 250-382-3151. Our Victoria Centre is located at 1911 Quadra Street, near the Police Station and can be reached at 250388-4268. MEMORY PLUS CHALLENGE MONDAY BLUES WORD SCRAMBLE Memory PLUS is a Silver Threads Service program for those 55+ who would like to enhance their
memory skills in an active and social group setting. The PLUS stands for Practice, Laughter, Useful Strategies. We encourage you to exercise your brain by solving an all about membership scramble. Our next session will begin Wednesday, February 13th, 2023. Classes are at the Saanich Centre, located at 286 Hampton Road from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. The cost is 6 sessions - $54 Members or $78 Non-members. Call 250-382-3151 or visit www.silverthreads.ca for more information. 1. niinsgg 2. gtulaerh 3. nossae 4. ginninw 5. exlra 6. tihgl 7. bresmepimh 8. colisa 9. fitinpulg 10. lacefres
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Hampton Concert Orchestra After a very well-attended Spring Concert, the Hampton Concert Orchestra will be performing two concerts this month at the Saanich Centre, located at 286 Hampton Road. The Hampton Concert Orchestra began in 1968 and is now in its 45th year as an amateur symphony orchestra and is a program of Silver Threads Services. With Conductor Charles Encell the Orchestra will perform: J.Sibelius - Finlandia W.A.Mozart - Magic Flute Overture G.Faure - Pavane L.v.Beethoven - Symphony No. 8 Sunday, November 20th at 2:30 pm Monday, November 21st at 7:30 pm Admission by Donation
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We offer subsidized Assisted Living suites through Island Health as well as private Independent Living.
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The Cridge Village Seniors’Centre may be just what you are looking for! We offer: Bright, quiet one- or two- bedroom suites Delicious meals made from scratch using locally grown and organic ingredients where possible ·24 hours internal emergency response system ·Large property with paved pathways, beautiful gardens and raised beds to get your hands dirty if you’d like to! Weekly in-suite housekeeping Extensive recreation programming including exercise classes, entertainment, bus trips, movie nights and so much more!
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Silver Threads Service
Celebrating 65 years of community service to seniors! Offering great programs & two locations to serve you.
For more information or to book a tour, call 250-384-8058
Saanich Centre 286 Hampton Rd. 250 382-3151
Victoria Centre 1911 Quadra St. 250 388-4268
Visit www.silverthreads.ca for more information
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