Better Together Program for Seniors

We are pleased to announce that we have received funding under the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program for our project Better Together. This federal Grants and Contributions Program supports projects that are led or inspired by seniors who are making a difference in the lives of others in their communities. The funds will be used to support the 'physical and mental well-being' of the older adults in our community who may be at risk of social isolation.

Thank you to the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program and for the funding support provided to Centre for Skills. It will make a significant impact and difference in the lives of seniors in our community. For more information, visit New Horizons for Seniors Program – Community-based projects.

About the Program

This is a free program for anyone aged 55+, and wishing to join us every Friday. Our Better Together Program for Seniors runs from September 23 to December 23, 2022. We will meet weekly, online via Zoom and cover a number of topics geared to the health and well-being of seniors in our community.

Particular emphasis will be on:

Digital literacy: enhancing computer skills that enable seniors to connect with family and friends, and to locate programs, services and information using a variety of online based resources.
Community services directory Halton Information Providers and conducting interest-based searches
Safe computerand internet use (i.e. fraud and scam awareness)
Apps and internet-based programs that support social communications with family and friends
Physical well-being: physical activities and nutrition to address the needs of seniors
Mental and social well-being
Community benefits, support and resources for seniors in the community

Better Together for Seniors is designed to help you:

Improve your digital literacy and computer skills to navigate internet-based resources
Learn how to safely navigate and use digital resources
Meet new friends and engage with your community
Build social connections
Learn about other programs and events available in your community
Improve your conversation skills in a relaxed atmosphere
Build your speaking confidence and more

Here are upcoming sessions:

The health and safety of our clients, staff and event participants are of utmost importance in everything that we do. Therefore, given the current health concerns about COVID-19, Centre for Skills has made the decision to hold Better Together sessions virtually.