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Inclusive, Phone-Based Programs for Older Adults
Many older adults in our communities have limited social interactions and face challenges accessing in-person or online programs. Some prefer not to meet face-to-face for health reasons. Others encounter obstacles due to physical or mental health issues, financial constraints, transportation difficulties, or technological barriers.
Seniors’ Connect NS addresses these challenges by offering free, phone-based group programs that make it safe and easy for seniors to participate in interesting activities, meet new people, and make meaningful connections – all from the comfort of home.
Just a Phone Call — No Internet, No Risk, No Cost
Seniors Connect NS is a free, phone-based recreation program (any type of phone is fine). We have a program calendar tailored to the interests of older adults which can include trivia, storytelling, wellness presentations, educational lectures, music, and interactive games.
We will never ask for any sensitive information - including financial information.
How Does It Work?
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To participate, please contact our friendly Coordinator, Rebecca, who can register you.
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Below, you'll find our program calendar. Once registered, it will be mailed to your home each month. As a participant, you are invited to all of the programs you see on your calendar.
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At the time your program is scheduled to start, you'll receive an automated phone call inviting you to join. You will then be on a group call with other seniors. A friendly facilitator will help guide the group through the topic that day. We will let you know the phone number you can expect to see on your call-display.
Program Calendars
As a Participant of Seniors Connect NS, you will receive monthly calendars in the mail along with supporting materials. You are also automatically called in to each scheduled program.
About Us
Seniors Connect NS is modelled after the Seniors Centre Without Walls (SCWW) program operating across Ontario since 2017. It was created to increase connection between older adults. Spencer House in Halifax and Shelburne County Mental Health & Wellness Association partnered to offer the Seniors Connect NS pilot project, thanks to the support of Aging Well and The Good Companions. Funding for the pilot was generously provided by the NS Department of Seniors and Long Term Care.
Seniors Connect NS now exists under the umbrella of Spencer House Seniors Centre in Halifax, NS.
TESTIMONIALS
“I had no idea I could have so much fun over the phone.”
"Helps with your sanity, I love this program!"
"I am more cheerful. I have something to look forward to. I laugh a lot more now."
"I look forward to this program every week. I live alone and do not have any nearby family so this phone session brings me so much joy when I am stuck at home."
“This program has made me open up a lot more. It changed me for the better. I am grateful.”
“This program is great! It’s usually the only social interaction I have throughout the day, so hearing everyone’s voices brightens my day.”
Taking Part
Seniors Connect NS is expanding across Nova Scotia, especially focused on rural and underserved communities, but all Nova Scotia seniors are welcome to join, no matter where you are in the province.
We have regional conversation-based calls offered to a limited number of participants in each region, but there is always room in our province-wide calls!
We look forward to connecting with you!
Call or email us for more information and to register, or you can fill out the registration form here.
Contact Our Coordinator - Rebecca McCarthy
Phone: 902-410-7092
E-mail: info@seniorsconnectns.ca
Mailing Address:
Seniors Connect NS
PO Box 955
Chester, NS
B0J 1J0
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