For additional seniors info, visit:
www.umanitoba.ca/centres/aging/newsletter
www.crm.mb.ca
www.asaging.org/publications/dbase_Search.cfm
Handbook for Long
Distance Caregivers:
www.caregiver.org/caregiver/jsp/content_node.jsp?nodeid=1034
Published by the Family Caregiver Alliance (http://caregiver.org),
this document was written for those who face the additional challenge of caring
for family members and friends from a physical distance.
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED
Due to an increase in requests and the
departure of many dedicated long-term volunteers Springfield Services to Seniors
requires additional drivers for the Driver Escort Program. This
program arranges for transportation to medical appointments or for personal
errands. This service is available to all seniors, those
physically challenged or those with life altering illnesses that reside within
the RM of Springfield. You volunteer your time and a predetermined fee is paid
by the clients to cover vehicle expenses. Contact Diane Dumas at 853-7582 or email
springfieldseniors@mymts.net
for information.
Springfield Services to
Seniors is a community based program that provides ongoing support services
to assist seniors or those physically challenged to maintain or enhance
their independent lifestyle. Services are provided by volunteers,
fee-for-service workers or Service to Seniors staff. All programs and
services are provided with confidentiality keeping the individuals needs in
mind.
Programs and services available:
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Springfield Services to Seniors offers four Congregate
Meal Programs. These programs provide a nutritious, full course meal
and an opportunity to socialize.
Anola Over 50 Club M-F noon (Brenda 866-3622)
Pleasant View Lodge M/W/F noon (Jean 444-6000)
Evergreen Lodge M/W/F 5:00 (Debra 853-7499)
Kin Place M/T/W/F 5:00, noon (Vivian 444-3132)
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The Driver Escort Program provides transportation to
medical appointments, recreational events or shopping.
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The Handi-Helper Service is designed to provide
fee-for-service workers at reasonable rates to assist with Housecleaning,
Yardwork, Snowclearing and Minor Home Repairs.
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Friendly Visiting or Friendly Phone Calls
can provide those who are shut-in or lonely with
companionship and support.
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Foot Clinics
are held either monthly or bi-monthly at all four Senior
lodges in Springfield.
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Lifeline
is a personal response system that is there for you, when others cant be.
It can provide that extra peace of mind that you and your loved ones may
need, enabling you to continue to live independently in your own home.
Assistance is just a push of a button away 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
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Emergency Response Information Kits (E.R.I.K.β)
contain all necessary information that would be required by
emergency personnel should medical emergencies arise.
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Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
is provided each year.
Caregiver Support Group
meets the 3rd Wed. of the month at 7 p.m.
in the multi-purpose room at Kin Place (Oakbank).
Grief Support Group
last Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m.
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The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is provided
each year.
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Home or Community Visits
are available on request.
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Seniors Information is
available on request.
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Referrals
are made to other community service organizations as
required.
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Health
and Wellness Events
may be arranged on
issues pertinent to Seniors needs.
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Volunteer
opportunities
are always available!
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Seniors Exercise Programs
are held weekly at
two sites in Springfield.
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Chair Yoga is
held weekly at 203-449 Main Street in Oakbank.
