Social Programs for Seniors
Note: We will be closed from Wednesday, December 25, 2024 to Wednesday, January 1, 2025 inclusive for our end-of-year break.
James Bay Community Project wishes you a restful holiday season!
James Bay Community Project and Capital City Volunteers offer the following social programming to seniors 65 and older.
Click on a listing below to read the program description:
The Fun Through Music program is seeking seniors to participate in this intergenerational music group. No music experience required. Express yourself through music, movement and more!
It’s a joyful opportunity to sing and move together (chairs are available) and have fun using simple instruments and lifting spirits in the gray winter days.
Program Info
When: January 7 to February 25, 2025
Day: Tuesday
Time – there are two 45-minute 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.
Questions?
To register or for more info, contact our receptionist by phoning 250-388-7844, Ext. 0 or email askus@jbcp.bc.ca
Note: The last sessions in December are on December 16, 2024 and will be on pause for the remainder of December. This program will resume on January 6th, 2025.
Feel free to contact our Front Desk and ask the receptionist to add you to our notification list for the start date in the New Year.
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:
September to December:
- Individual one-to-one session at: 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m. or 1:45 p.m. (45 minutes)
- Group session: 2:45 p.m. to 4 p.m. (75 minutes)
January to March:
- Individual one-to-one sessions (three slots available; 45 minutes each): 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. or 1:15 p.m.
- Group sessions (two slots available; 45 minutes each): 2:15 p.m. or 3:15 p.m.
Location: 547 Michigan St
Cost: Free – advance registration required
*Groups are usually 4-5 participants so that everyone has time to ask their questions, learn from each other and enjoy social time together.
To register or for more info:
Please phone our front desk at 250-388-7844, Ext. 0 or email askus@jbcp.bc.ca. Our receptionist is available on weekday mornings between 8 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.
Questions?
If you are unable to get in touch with our receptionist during the times listed above, please feel free to contact our outreach worker, Sharon Laurie at:
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 318
Email: slaurie@jbcp.bc.ca
Note: The last date for this group is December 4th and then will be paused for the remainder of December and New Year’s Day. This program will resume on January 8th, 2025.
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.
*Closed on statutory holidays and as noted otherwise.
Questions?
To register or for more information, please call Joelle Rempel at 250-388-7844, Ext. 310
Note: The last date for this group is December 12th and then will be paused from December 19th to January 2nd, 2025 inclusive. This program will resume on January 9th, 2025.
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)
*Closed on statutory holidays and as noted otherwise.
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: