Independent, Engaged, Connected.

 Overall health is so important for seniors to consider. Hundreds of studies show that social support benefits both your mental and physical health. At Walden Seniors Centre there are quite a few  ways you can ensure you are actively taking care of yourself. Staying healthy as you age and keeping a balanced social calendar are the best ways to improve your mind and body. If you are looking for some great reasons to continue to engage in social connections, drop in for a tour or give us a call. 

REDUCED DEPRESSION

Seniors live alone for a variety of different reasons; but often times they have lost loved ones that they would typically have around in their older years. Naturally, this can play an emotional toll and lead to seniors feeling very lonely. Chatting about these feelings with others in the same situation is the best way to find understanding, peace and validation.

ONGOING LEARNING

 Learning about new technology is a great way to keep your mind running at full speed. Taking up knitting or pickle ball challenges you both physically and mentally allowing you to feel a sense of accomplishment in a relaxed and fun environment. 

 INCREASED SELF ESTEEM

Self-esteem is something that we take for granted until it starts to diminish. In older years, people might begin to feel self-conscious about their body, mind, or abilities as things start to change. One of the best ways to make a senior feel confident in these changes is to ensure they are surrounded by other people who are experiencing the same things.

 We have an elected executive team of senior's who dedicate their time and talents to listening to your concerns, finding creative new ideas to engage our members and are always striving to improve the Centre. They meet monthly as a team but are open to answering any questions or concerns you might have. One of their latest ideas was installing a suggestion box at the Centre to allow members to voice their concerns. Suggestions are always responded to in a timely fashion. 

Being a not for profit organization  that provides services to improve and benefit the Walden and area seniors is a task the team is committed to and they strive to be a place of inclusivity, where all members feel valued, respected and connected.