Seniors Corner

Dear Community Members,
As the Presenting Sponsor of the Alzheimer Calgary Walk & Run, we’re excited to offer a variety of ways for you to get involved and support Alzheimer Calgary.

Your participation in any of the below initiatives will make a difference in the lives of those impacted by dementia. Your support is invaluable to the families they serve. To learn more about the Alzheimer Calgary Walk & Run, visit www.alzheimerwalkrun.ca.

Choose the initiative below that resonates with you and help us reach our goal of raising $5,000 to support local families impacted by dementia.

JOIN OUR TEAM/ DONATE DIRECTLY

Thank you for your generosity!

Pie Junkie Fundraiser
What’s sweeter than pie? Pie for a good cause! Enjoy delicious tv dinners, savoury pies, and sweet pies from Pie Junkie, with all proceeds going directly to Alzheimer Calgary. Orders must be placed by September 24, 2024. You can browse the pies available here.

To order, please email Brandi at hello@tricolivingwell.com.

Cards For A Cause – Big Box Purchase
Brighten every occasion with a box of 35 different greeting cards, perfect for a holiday or any special moment. With all profits going to Alzheimer Calgary, these cards are a wonderful way to share your love and support through the year.

To purchase your card box, please email Brandi at hello@tricolivingwell.com.

Trico LivingWell Mini Walk & Run
Join us for the Trico LivingWell Mini Walk & Run on September 22, 2024, at 10:30 AM at Trico LivingWell Retirement Community. This event is open to residents, their families, and the local Kingsland community. Walk, run, and help us raise funds for Alzheimer Calgary. Plus, enjoy complimentary sweet treats provided by Trico LivingWell!

To register, please email Brandi at hello@tricolivingwell.com.

Depression, anxiety, and loneliness can impact our well-being at any age, including older adults who, like everyone else, deserve access to guidance and support in navigating life’s complexities.

Carya enhances the quality of life for older adults in our community by offering access to mental health and counselling services, assistance in navigating systems, and opportunities for active community participation and connection.

For upcoming programs, please visit CaryaCalgary.ca

Based out of the St. Andrew’s Church on Heritage Drive, the Heritage 50+ Seniors mandate is to improve the quality of life of its members by providing opportunities for physical, spiritual, social and mental activites.

For more information on this group, visit the Heritage Seniors Website or view the Weekly Activities Time Table.

For EMERGENCY medical, fire and police response.

Call the non-emergency police line at 403-266-1234 to report an incident that is not an emergency

Health Link (24 Hour)

Health advice (including dementia advice) from a registered nurse.

City of Calgary (24 Hour)

Information on all City of Calgary services.

Community Resources (24 Hour)

Information and referrals for community and social services.

The Way In

Information, advice and help accessing programs and benefits for older adults.

Distress Centre & SeniorConnect (24 Hour)

Crisis support and urgent social work response (including if you are concerned about a senior at risk in the community)

Access Mental Health

Non-urgent advice on navigating the addiction and mental health system.

Elder Abuse Resource Line (24 Hour)

Confidential information and support, or to report a suspected case of elder abuse.