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We urge you to complete the Provincial COVID-19 Survey. Currently responses have been underrepresented by the senior population. Feedback will help guide provincial decision makers and strengthen our action plan.
Survey closes until May 31.
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Complete the COVID-19 questionnaire to help inform government's response to the pandemic and ensure British Columbians have the resources and information they need.Well worth checking out!
Ottawa launches one-stop benefits tool – Well & Truly Grey
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Finances Latest Ottawa launches one-stop benefits tool admin May 22, 2020May 22, 2020 The federal government has launched a one-stop benefits search tool to help seniors and other Canadians find feder...Today is Giving Tuesday. During COVID-19 our community has come together to support local causes and help those in need. Silver Threads Service centres may be closed but staff and volunteers are at work making check in calls, delivering meals and offering support to seniors as they stay home and stay safe.
Your valued contribution will enable us to continue this work in these challenging times. Please consider making a donation to Silver Threads through the secure Canada Helps site:
www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/silver-threads-service/
Thank you to the Victoria Foundation, Jawl Foundation and the Times Colonist and the community of Greater Victoria for your generosity! Silver Threads Service is beyond grateful for the financial support!
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Rapid Relief Fund delivers $1 million to community groups
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Donate online at RapidReliefFund.ca. More options below. The Rapid Relief Fund has announced just over $1 million in contributions to local service agencies. Some of the money is going to . . .It has been one month since we closed due to COVID-19. But it seems like much longer since our centres were open and filled with all of you, enjoying each others company, having coffee and taking classes. We sure miss you!
None of know how this is going to play out and when we can get back to a "new normal" and with this uncertainty comes stress and anxiety. All of us need to take care of our mental health, know that there are some excellent resources available to help keep us well as we stay at home. Support is a phone call away.
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Virtual Mental Health Supports During COVID-19
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Enhanced virtual services will help all British Columbians with mental health needs arising from the COVID-19 pandemic with a focus on adults, youth and frontline healthcare workers.Comment on Facebook Enhanced virtual ...
Wow... Some great resources available during these tough times!
A very hoppy Easter to all our friends! We are missing you and hope you are staying well!
From all the staff of Silver Threads Service.
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Miss you too
Happy Easter - keep safe 🐇🐇🐇
Miss you all.happy easter
That bunny looks familiar !
Hi Hoppy
Ohhh I saw anne Easter 🐰 bunny too!
If we were open we would have been celebrating World Table Tennis Day and Tartan Day yesterday. But we are all doing the right thing, and staying home - and celebrating in our own way like Ping Pong Paul! Thanks for sharing the photo! We miss you!
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There is lots of information out there about how we as a community are to manage the COVID-19 Pandemic. This is a plea from Family Doctors. We don't have enough of them, so please let's listen and follow the guidelines so we can all stay safe.
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South Island doctors plead with public to stay home
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Hundreds of South Island doctors are urging the public to take social distancing and self-isolation measures seriously in the fight to slow the spread of COVID-19. More than 700 family doctors in. . .We hope you all are managing in these challenging times. Know that if you are in critical need please call, leave us a message and we will do what we can to help!
For now, please enjoy a little music from our Fitness Instructor Extraordinaire Joy!
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Thank you Mike & Joy. Also like your rustic yard 🎶 WendyA
It is with great sadness we mourn the passing of Bea Holland, who was Executive Director of Silver Threads Service during the 90's. Our organization exists today due to her leadership, compassion and dedication to seniors.
Bea leaves a lasting legacy to our community and we were blessed to have had her support over the decades.
Our deepest condolences to her family for your loss.
You will be greatly missed Bea. Rest in Peace.
The Senior Community Outreach Project operates in partnership with James Bay New Horizons and Silver Threads Service. During the COVID – 19 Pandemic we will try and support our seniors who are following the advice of our Government and Health Officials and are staying at home.
The Outreach line (250) 889-4430 will be monitored Tuesday to Thursday from 8:30 to 4:00pm. Seniors can leave a message with their name, phone number and request of how we can help. We will do our best to lend a help and will get back to you within a day.
If you are concerned you may have contacted COVID-19 please do not go to emergency, you are advised to call BC811.
For any non-COVID-19 medical emergencies please call 911.
Dear Members, Participants and Supporters:
In response to recent announcements and directives regarding COVID-19 from the Provincial and Municipal Governments, Silver Threads Service is stopping all programs and services as of March 17th. This includes:
• All programs and services at both the Saanich and Victoria Centres, including all rentals and community groups.
• All Outreach Programs, information sessions and bus trips
• All housing based programs at Viewmont, Kiwanis and LeBlond
• All Memory PLUS Programs
Our Saanich and Victoria Centres will have minimal staffing, please direct any questions or concerns to 250 382-3151.
Thank you for your patience at this time. We will continue to provide our members with updates as they occur.
Stay healthy!
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I'd like to help out with any deliveries you may need - I can provide my own car.
Join us at the 55+ Lifestyle Show at Pearkes Recreation Centre. Visit our Outreach Booth and win some great prizes!
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Victoria 2020 • March 10, 2020 • 55 + LIFESTYLE SHOWS
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Victoria seniors facility moves to new facility near Crystal Pool - Victoria News
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Silver Threads Service opens its doors May 4Seen at the Centre today....
We could swear they weren't there yesterday, but we'll take it!
Silver Threads Service updated their business hours.
We are pleased to announce the Victoria Centre will be moving May 2020.
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A reminder that our Centres will be closed on Monday, February 17th for Family Day. We will reopen on Tuesday.
Enjoy your long weekend!
We are looking for a Volunteer Piano Accompanist at the Saanich Centre who would have a minimum of Grade 6 music for the Hampton Singers senior's women choir.
The Pianist would follow the lead of the Choir Director; playing a wide variety of musical styles; revising arrangements with the director as needed.
Rehearsals are every Monday 9:30 to 11:30am and public performances are Wednesday afternoons twice a month. This is during September to June.
For more information call Anne at 250 382-3151.
A special thank you to Li Paper and members of the Chinese Women’s Friendship Association for hosting the Chinese Lunar New Year Tea at the Victoria Centre on Saturday. We learned a lot, enjoyed treats and prizes, some of us even tried dancing!
It was a delightful afternoon!
