Activities
Activities
Our goal is to provide our clients with choices, something for everyone! For the benefit of our new people and also for anyone who is curious as to what actually goes on in our various groups -- Here is a brief rundown.
- FUNCTIONAL FITNESS: Every morning we exercise to music from to These exercises are aimed at maintaining and/or improving functional abilities through balance, strength and endurance.
- CREATIVE ARTS PROGRAM: The goal of this therapeutic program is to motivate, challenge, and enable clients to enhance their quality of life through creativity. Projects are client centered specific to their interests and abilities.
-Trained instructors assist clients in developing and stimulating their creative interests through various craft projects. Adaptation techniques and tools are used to accommodate individual�s special needs. A quality finished product results in a sense of pride in their work and a new awareness of their own capabilities.
-The atmosphere is social, positive, and fun, with an emphasis on personal enjoyment. Therapeutic arts and crafts activities assist in the maintenance of motor and social skills, as well as stimulate new learning.
-This program is available Monday to Thursday from to .
- 5-PIN BOWLING: Come bowling with us on Monday afternoons. It's five-pin bowling, so the balls are lighter and more manageable. We also have special aids for people in wheelchairs. The emphasis is more on having fun than on getting high scores, so it doesn't matter whether you're an old Pro or have never bowled before in your life. The best thing about bowling is that it's FREE - thanks to Legion Branch #177. Bowling shoes, tea and coffee are also provided free of charge. So, if you've ever wanted to try this sport in a warm and friendly atmosphere, come along on Monday.
- CHAT GROUP: Sometimes referred as the �Cozy Corner�. Join the relaxed environment where those interested gather in the lounge and kick back for stories/discussions and generally chat about topics of interest. On occasion this group may also do some baking.
- PHYSICAL GAMES: Come and join us for a spirited game. We offer carpet bowling, shuffleboard, chair volleyball, chair tennis, ball toss and golf. Who knows � your team may be the winner! This is just a sample of what we offer. We are always inventing new games.
CAREER PREP PROGRAM: Local students spend time with the seniors during summer.
- CHAIR YOGA: A change of pace exercise with a difference - Try this relaxing group on Thursday afternoons.
- CHAIR TAI CHI: A type of exercise combining slow movement and relaxation, every Friday afternoon.
- MUSIC: For the love of music, please join us. We provide listening, singing and dancing to music. Talented musical leaders and music therapists host this group, and encourage as many people as possible to participate. The atmosphere is relaxed and good-humoured. Throughout the week we try to squeeze in more music, e.g. karaoke, musical games. We feature a music therapist every second Tuesday and Wednesday.
- GROUPS: These groups offer light and lively presentations of slides, films, current events, word games, mental aerobics and biographies. Come prepared to be stimulated and educated, at the same time!
- HEALTH SERVICES: Our nurse is available at the Centre from to Monday through Friday to help you keep yourselves as well as possible. Some of the services offered include: helping with providing medical and health information, checking blood pressure, pulse and weight; providing information about food and nutrition and any other health concerns. Counseling is available for Chronic Disease Management, e.g. Diabetes.
- MASSAGE: A competent staff person provides therapeutic massage with scented oil in a private environment Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.
- BEAUTY CLUB: Who wouldn�t love to be pampered with a manicure, facial, or hand massage? We try to offer this once a month. Otherwise, we may be able to squeeze in a manicure from time to time.
- GARDENING: We offer you an opportunity to take part in this group. You may request your own planting box or help the group out and share in the harvest. This occurs as the seasons permits. In the winter, we have time to reminisce about our green thumbs and start dreaming of our future gardens.
- ROLLERS AND STROLLERS: Walk or wheel outdoors weather permitting. One of our favourite destinations is nearby Douglas Park.
- OUTINGS: Outings occur during regular program hours. We go somewhere different every time. Costs remain the same except for the usual charges which may occur, such as admission fees, lunch at a restaurant or the occasional ice cream cone.
Swiss Chalet Burnaby Village Museum
River Rock Casino Buffet
- PODIATRY SERVICE: A visiting podiatrist provides monthly foot care. There is a minimal fee.
