LutherCare Communities (LCC) is a leading provider of senior living communities for over 67 years. Lutheran Sunset Home of Saskatoon, now known and operated as LCC, began as a vision of national church leaders in the 1940s to respond to the needs of the Lutheran community as opportunities presented themselves for social ministry. LutherCare’s vision …
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The Saskatoon Council on Aging has been operating now for 31 years! As you can see from the highlights below SCOA has supported many older adults to be active, informed and engaged. Age-friendly Community Development Committee – Beyond the Pandemic Project:409 older adults aged 55+ from Saskatoon and area responded to the research survey and …
Got talent? Audition! The Saskatoon Council on Aging seeks contestants for the Nifty 50s showcase. WHO: Older adults 50+Bands [up to 6 members] , vocalists, single musical performances and dance acts. WATCH FOR UPDATES ON FINALISTS SELECTED FINALISTS WILL PERFORM AT NIFTY 50S SHOWCASE. TICKETS ON SALE NOW! NOV 4, 2022 AT THE WDM, SASKATOON. …
The housing continuum is the broad range of housing types of housing available in the community. For older adults, that can mean remaining in their own homes all the way to special care homes with many other options in between. Each type of housing is crucial for different people at different times, depending on individual …
Mercedes is a long-time volunteer who first encountered SCOA in 2006 when invited to join the Publication Committee (that published the SCOA Newsletter, “Coming of Age”). Since then she has participated on numerous SCOA committees. She treasures the new friends, mostly volunteers like herself, made while working on important projects dedicated to improving the well-being …
by Brian McSheffrey, Saskatoon Council on Aging Board Member and former physician I am writing as a member of the board and a former physician. Our province has the highest or near highest rates of infection and deaths in Canada. Older people are uniquely susceptible to COVID. The message people are getting is mixed. It’s …
Are you interested in working with older adults? Do you like working with people, sharing ideas and helping to organize? The Saskatoon Council on Aging seeks volunteers to assist with our committees, programs and services. Have an impact, make a difference today! Volunteer Position List: Communication Committee Member Century Club Committee Member Speakers Bureau Presenter …
Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism [SSM] is launching its Home Supports Initiative in order to: -Raise awareness of the need for practical home supports -Engage individuals, organizations and communities to grow a powerful movement to demand action -Compile a list of all those who commit to supporting this initiative -Maintain contact with supporters to share information and create synergy -Maintain contact with …
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The Saskatoon Council on Aging [SCOA] is excited to partner with nearly 500 charities, financial advisors and legal professionals in an effort to inspire Canadians to create positive change in the world while still supporting loved ones. Will Power™ is a multi-year national initiative to inspire Canadians to create positive change in the world while still supporting …
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Introducing Memoir Writing, a 4 week workshop series with award winning author Marion Mutala National -Bestselling, Award winning Author -Marion Mutala Marion Mutala has a master’s degree in educational administration and taught for 30 years. With a passion for the arts, she loves to write, sing, play pickle-ball and guitar, travel, and read. Marion has …
