Social Programs for Seniors

End of year closure notice:

We will be closed from Wednesday, December 25, 2024 to Wednesday, January 1, 2025 inclusive. Please note:
  • Programs and services may alter their schedules leading up to this closure.
  • Some programs may not resume until the week of January 6th – check individual program listings or contact our Front Desk staff for details.

James Bay Community Project and Capital City Volunteers offer the following social programming to seniors 65 and older:

Bridging The Digital Divide

Older adults are encouraged to learn more about portable technology – smart phones, laptops & tablets. Some topics include:

  • How to connect to the internet
  • How to send or share an email, photos or videos
  • How to identify fake messages, ads or websites
  • How to use online apps to help make your lifestyle easier (i.e.: maps for errands; medical appointments; ordering prescriptions; calendar reminders)
  • What type of technology will best fit what I need?

Building up your digital literacy skills & knowledge can help you:

  • Protect yourself while online (i.e.: identify theft, financial scams)
  • Increase ways to contact family, friends and caregivers
  • Build up resilience and brain health by learning something new
  • Maintain your independence

Please register in advance to attend. Bring your questions and mobile device (if you have one) to a session with our Information Technology (IT) specialist.

Program Info

When:  Mondays between September 9th, 2024 to March 24, 2025 (closed stat holidays)

Times – we can help you decide between the group session or one-to-one session when booking your time slot:

  • 45-minute individual session at: 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m. or 1:45 p.m.
  • 75-minute group session from 2:45 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Groups are small so that everyone has time to ask their questions, learn from each other and also socialize).

Location: 547 Michigan St

Cost: Free – advance registration required

Questions?

To register or for more info, please phone our receptionist at 250-388-7844, Ext. 0.

Fun Through Music

This intergenerational program is open to seniors & families with children. No music experience required. Learn to use percussion instruments to keep the beat, learn songs, dance and more!

This is a great social opportunity for families and seniors in our community. Increase your well-being and resilience while connecting with others in your community.

Program Info

When: October 1 to November 19

Day: Tuesday

Time – there are two different time slots available:

  • Group 1: 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
  • Group 2: 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Cost: Free! Must be able to commit to all eight sessions. Please register in advance.

UPDATE:

The current groups are now full, however, we plan to offer this again in January 2025. If you would like to notified when registration opens up in December, please get in touch with our receptionist.

Questions?

To register or for more info, contact our receptionist by phoning 250-388-7844, Ext. 0 or email askus@jbcp.bc.ca

Coffee Club for 65+

Capital City Volunteers hosts a weekly Coffee Club for seniors age 65 and older in the neighbourhood of North Park. Join us on Wednesdays for coffee, tea, snacks and great conversation with peers!

Please register in advance to attend. 

When: Wednesdays

Time: 1:30—2:30 p.m.

Location: 1025 Mason Street in the Community Room

  • Parking available in the Save-On-Foods underground carpark

Cost: Free for registered participants. Coffee, tea and snacks are provided.

Questions?

To register or for more information, please call Joelle Rempel at 250-388-7844, Ext. 310

Connections

The Seniors Social Connections group meets weekly to share a light meal, engage in social time or activities (guest speaker or games). Between meetings, members can be telephoned by the facilitator or a program volunteer, if they request a reminder.

This group is a support to seniors who may be experiencing health concerns, isolation or depression, and seeks to encourage friendships and connections outside the group meeting times. The Seniors Social Connections program is supported by Victoria and Oak Bay Better At Home.

Please register in advance to attend. 

When: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 pm—3:00 pm

Location: 547 Michigan Street

Cost: by donation ($0 to $5)

Questions?

To register or for more information, please contact Sharon at 250-388-7844, Ext. 318

Looking for something else? 

Click on the calendar button below to learn more about our other programs and services for adults, families, youth and seniors in our community:

Looking for a meaningful way to support the Project?