Honour that special someone this Christmas
Do you have someone on your list who has everything? Someone that you just can’t think of what to buy for? This Christmas you can honour them with a donation made in their name to The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association. “This is a terrific idea” comments Debbie Moynes, executive director. “It […]
New Information for Seniors directory available
With funding from the Stark Family Fund of the Community Foundation of Greater Kingston, Prince Edward Community Care has released the 12th edition of the “Information for Seniors” directory. The booklet has 90 pages of useful information for seniors who reside in Prince Edward County including listings of community and health services; fitness and recreation; […]
Helping seniors live at home
Amid the swirl of planned changes to the health care system in Ontario, an agency in Prince Edward County continues to do its work to help seniors live at home. The minister of health has announced that the transformation of the health care system in Ontario is underway. For over 27 years, Prince Edward Community […]
Line dance to health
“I’ve been dancing since my school days in England and began to study many forms of dance in the 1970’s”, enthuses dance teacher Doris Waywell when asked why she is volunteering her time to teach seniors how to line dance. “People can have fun and help Community Care at the same time” she continued. Mrs. […]
Dedicated and Willing
“The dedication and willingness of our staff and board of directors, and the ability to enjoy themselves while getting things done, helped Community Care have another successful year,” commented Ralph Hall, outgoing chair, at the Annual General Meeting on June 24th. “It has been a joy to work with the staff and board and we’ve […]
Staying Safe with Drugs
“How many people here take more than 3 drugs each day” asked Dr. Chris Frank of the assembled seniors at the “Staying Safe with Drugs” seminar held on June 16th. Glancing around the room at the number of hands in the air, he continued, saying “studies show that taking more than 3 medications put people at more […]
Seniors’ Month Open House
Community Care staff members will be all smiles to greet new and old volunteers at an open house to celebrate Seniors’ Month in Ontario. Everyone is invited to The Armoury from 2-4 pm on Friday, June 4th to check out the services offered and the volunteer opportunities available. The coffee will be on, new display […]
Going the Extra Mile for Seniors
The Rural and Suburban Mail Couriers in the County are ready and willing to go the extra mile for seniors. Just for the asking, through a service offered by The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association, seniors can be reassured their mail couriers are keeping a friendly eye on them. Seniors need only […]
A Reassuring Contact
“It only takes a few minutes out of my day” commented Genny Vincent, a volunteer for Community Care’s recently launched Telephone Reassurance program for seniors. This program is available at no cost and is available to eligible seniors who reside in Prince Edward County. Telephone Reassurance provides a friendly and familiar voice to people who […]
Glenbridge
It is a time for giving… Join us for our 6th Annual Community Care Christmas Place an ornament on the Glenbridge Christmas Tree for someone special. We provide the ornaments in exchange for your donation. All proceeds go to The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association Best Wishes of the Season from Ron, […]