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St. James Assiniboia Senior Centre, 2109 Portage Ave. is offering the following programs and activities: Wine Tasting Workshop, Jan 31, 1:30, deadline Jan. 22; Muffins and Men (a breakfast club for men) Fridays beginning Jan. 18; Beginner Bridge, 8 wk session begins Jan. 17, 1:30-3 p.m. Lunch with Friends, Jan. 29, noon, Park Towers, 2015 Portage Ave., register at Centre, meet at restaurant. Coffee Talk every Tuesday, 2 p.m., starts Jan. 8. The Choir, "Singsationals", is looking for new members. Book Club meets last Wednesday of every month, 1:30 p.m., Jan. 30 to review "The Other Side of the Bridge" by Mary Lawson, if interested call Anne Chapman at 832-5114. Fusion Fitness, Wednesdays Jan. 16-April 2, 11:50 a.m. -12:50 p.m.; Pilates, Thursdays, Jan. 17-April 3, 10-11 a.m.; One-time Activity Workshop - "Loosen Up Lucy", Jan. 25, 10 a.m. at Westwood Community Church, deadline, Jan. 18. Health Promotion and Support: The ABC's of Alzheimer's Disease, Jan. 17,11 a.m., Brain Food, Jan. 21, 11 a.m.; Coping Jan. 28, 11 a.m.; Massage at the Centre every Thursday by appointment; Reflexology at the Centre every Wednesday by appointment; Foot Care at the Centre every Tuesday by appointment, Special prices for members, call 987-8850 for an appointment, one day's notice for cancellation is required. Retirement Residences tours - The Westhaven, Jan. 16, 11:30 a.m. (tour and lunch); The Wellington, Jan. 22, noon (tour and lunch). Lifestyle - "Divorce in Retirement Does not Equal Freedom 55, Jan. 25, 2 p.m., informative afternoon exploring housing, financial, legal and medical issues, facilitated by Carol Zoerb, BH Ecol, Family Studies, registration required by Jan. 22. Artistic Endeavours: Intro to Watercolours, Jan. 18-March 7, 9:30 a.m.-noon; Watercolours Level 2, Session 1: Jan. 16-Feb. 6; Intro to Drawing, Jan. 18-Feb. 8, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
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Are you a caregiver for an older family member? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your responsibilities? The role of caregiving often takes a high toll on the emotional, physical and financial well being of the caregiver. You are invited to join a support group for caregivers. The Support Group is designed to give you, the caregiver, an opportunity to openly discuss feelings, experiences and fears in a non-judgmental and supportive atmosphere. The group will provide emotional support and also to assist with day-to-day practical issues. This is done by meeting with others who are in similar situations and who understand the challenges and are willing to share information, concerns and resources. The support group meets...See the full content of this document
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