PROBUS CLUB OF DUNDAS
The Probus Club of Dundas seeks retired or semi-retired professional men and women to socialize and be informed. Probus is a social club that meets monthly and has knowledgeable speakers, cultural experiences, luncheons, picnics and theatre trips. It is a volunteer-based, non-profit, non-political organization with over 33,000 members in Canada. For more information please email Membership Development at [email protected].
OPPORTUNITIES AT LOCAL CHURCHES
St. James Church (905-627-1424)
Body & Soul: A regular social group that hosts speakers
A book club
Drop off donations of winter coats, boots and winter clothing. These are delivered to downtown Hamilton organizations.
Last year St. James collected 600 gently used winter coats. Call the Church for details.
St. Paul’s Church (905-628-6396)
VALLEY TOWN BREAKFAST -
Every Saturday from 8:30 - 10:30 am. All are Welcome.
“Happy Gang” meets every second Wednesday. The next meeting is Wednesday,
March 5. Usually there are games like dominoes with instructions on how to play.
Bridge Club
Highland Hills Faith Community (formerly St. Marks Church) (905-627-9251)
Sit to be Fit
Senior’s Group
Dundas Baptist (905-627-0071)
Call to learn about their programs for seniors.
HAMILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY MONTHLY “WHAT’S HAPPENING” E-NEWSLETTER
HAMILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY MONTHLY “WHAT’S HAPPENING” E-NEWSLETTER
Receive info about everything that is happening at all the libraries each month including an “Older Adult” programs.
To subscribe to “What’s Happening",
CLICK HERE
Click “Subscribe” option in the upper left corner.
ATTENTION CARD PLAYERS
Try Bid Euchre at the Dundas Senior Citizens' Club (10 Market St South, Dundas)
A combination of Euchre and Bridge
Full instruction given on both Mondays: 9:30 to 11:30am and Thursdays: 7:00 to 9:00pm
Contact: Bob Glass at
[email protected]
ONLINE AND IN-PERSON CAREGIVER EDUCATION & SUPPORT PROGRAMS
The Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) has a variety of programs for caregivers.
Contact Ashley Zimmerman at [email protected] or call 905-522-1055 x 408.
The VON website has more details:
CLICK HERE
CNIB PHONE DRIVE
Want your old phone to go to someone with vision problems?
Check if your phone meets requirements, then bring it to us at
55 York Blvd - Central Library, 4th floor for a factory reset.
Please bring it charged.
If your phone is eligible for donation, you will receive a tax receipt!
IS MY PHONE ELIGIBLE? https://www.phoneitforward.ca/Assess_Phone.aspx
CYCLING WITHOUT AGE
Have you heard about this organization which uses volunteers to offer bike rides to those with mobility problems including older adults? Check out the website and consider being either a volunteer or a rider.
https://cyclingwithoutage.ca/hamilton-burlington
HOW TO PREVENT FALLS
Check out this website and document for useful tips for how to stay upright: CLICK HERE
CONNECTED CANADIANS
Connected Canadians is a registered charity that helps older adults improve their digital skills. It was founded in Ottawa in 2018. Free help is available remotely. Check out all Connected Canadians services at connectedcanadians.ca or email [email protected]
DUNDAS SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB
Dates: weekdays, mostly during the day (schedule at http://www.hamilton.ca/sites/default/files/2024-09/fall2024-dundas-seniors-v2.pdf)
Location: Dundas Senior Citizens Centre, 10 Market St. S., Dundas
Dundas Senior Citizens Club is a volunteer organization whose members get together for games (bridge, euchre, bid euchre, cribbage, snooker), tai chi and folk dancing. Membership is $15 a year. Members pay a small fee for each game they play ($2, except $4 for duplicate bridge), most of which is distributed as prizes. Tai chi lessons cost $30 for 10 weeks, folk dancing $25 for 10 weeks. Anyone 55 years old or more is welcome.
Phone: 905-546-2424 ext. 1960
WESTDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Internet Privacy and Security 2 ®
Tuesday, February 25 at 2pm
ARTFUL MOMENTS: MEMORY CARE
This is a free six-week Art Gallery of Hamilton program for people living with dementia or other cognitive issues in the community
and their friends and family. The next sessions are weekly on Tuesdays, January 21 to February 25 and March 4 to April 29. The time is 1-3pm.
Pre-registration is required. Contact Laurie Kilgour-Walsh at the Art Gallery. 905-527-6610 Ext 272 for more information and/or to register.
HAMILTON INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCE CLUB
A great way to spend Friday evenings. The Folk Dance Club welcomes experienced, sort of experienced, and new dancers.
For More Information, visit their website:
CLICK HERE.
FRIENDLY CALLING & VISITING PROGRAM
MCMASTER INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH ON AGING (MIRA)
This website is worth a look: CLICK HERE.
One place to start is the "Education and Life-Long Learning Resources" tab where you will find opportunities for further education (did you know that McMaster is an "Age Friendly University"?).
Email
[email protected] if you'd like to receive emails about McMaster research studies in need of older participants.
(Tip: There are a lot, and the research questions are varied.)
S.I.M GYM (Seniors in Motion Gym)
St. Joseph's Villa's S.I.M Gym (Seniors in Motion) is a program designed for people in the community aged 55 and over. These Ministry (MOH) funded exercise programs provides two certified staff offering 18 classes a week that are available for all abilities. Our classes are convenient, quick, affordable, accessible, fun and judgement-free.
Email us: [email protected]
For More Information and the website:
CLICK HERE.
CITY OF HAMILTON: SENIORS 55+ PROGRAM
Hamilton's Recreation Department offers many programs for older adults. Some are in person and some are virtual.
For More Information
CLICK HERE.
DUNDAS COMMUNITY SERVICES: Seniors Wanted
Dundas Community Services, located on King Street West in Dundas, is looking for volunteers.
CLICK HERE for the 'Volunteer Application' window.
For 'Meals on Wheels', CLICK HERE.
For 'Friendly Visiting', CLICK HERE.
For the Website,
CLICK HERE
INDOOR WALKING TRACK
J.L. Grightmire
Market St. Arena
35 Market Street South
Dundas Arena
Email: [email protected]
Accessibility: Medium
Open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm