CENTRE WELLINGTON – It’s Seniors Month and the theme this year is staying safe, active and connected during the pandemic.
For a second year running, safety concerns over the COVID-19 virus have prevented in-person activities, but the township is taking things virtual.
“Although the COVID-19 pandemic has kept us from seeing our seniors face-to-face, I am very proud of our staff who have found innovative ways to celebrate their positive impact on our lives,” Mayor Kelly Linton was quoted as saying in a press release.
“I hope our seniors know that we are here for them during these times, and hopefully very soon we will see their smiling faces in person at the Victoria Park Senior Centre,” Linton added.
To celebrate the occasion, the township is partnering with four other Ontario senior centres for one remaining event this month,.
Seniors Month online
On June 17 at 1pm, seniors can log onto Zoom for an online afternoon packed with music, comedy and entertainment.
Registration is required in advance and can be done by visiting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAscO6orTwpHdI6uxdJkm4bYcvIped-6KPM.
After registering, participants will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the event.
More programming
As staff continue focusing on engaging and bringing together seniors virtually, residents can visit www.connectcw.ca where a virtual platform of activities for seniors can be enjoyed from the comfort of home.
Free Zoom seminars, socials, weekly bingo and fitness, yoga and meditation classes are also being offered.
More information on the initiatives supporting active and healthy lifestyles for seniors is available by visiting: www.centrewellington.ca/seniorscentre.
For those needing a hand with their technology, Frank Irvine can be contacted at 519-831-4278.
