Senior Centre Without Walls through A & O: Support Services for Older Adults offers free educational and recreational programs over the phone. The program reaches out to socially isolated older adults 55+ living in Manitoba. Individuals and groups are welcome. There is no cost to register.  We will call in all registered participants 10 minutes before programming begins.  Participants will also be given a toll-free number to access programs on their own if needed (no pins or access codes required).

In our guide you will find the following topics plus a whole lot more!

 Welcome to Senior Centre Without Walls!

• Fact or Fiction
• The History of Rock
• Preparing to Retire
• Frauds and Scams
• Residential Tenancies Branch
• Creative Songwriting
• Health and Wellness Presentations: Depression and Anxiety in Later Life, Emergency Preparedness, Plant Therapy, A&O- Programs and Services, Deprescribing, Cooking for One, Empowering Patients with Healthcare providers

• Travelogues:  Europe with Terri-Lynn, Canadian Connections
• Music Therapy, Art Therapy and Meditation
• Coffee Talk, Bingo, Radio Station, Fun and Games
• Book Club, Short Stories and Poetry (read aloud)
• Biographies: Ryan Reynolds, Donald Sutherland, Elvis Presley, Burton Cummings
• Observances & Celebrations:  New Year’s Resolutions, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day

AO-SCWW-Volume-25-Winter-2025-website.pdf

Registration Sheet (fillable) AO-SCWW-Volume- 25 - Winter 2025.pdf

The Winnipeg Police Service continues to receive reports of local "grandparent scams" (also known as "emergency scams"). The Financial Crime Unit is investigating these matters but wishes to remind the public of the scam and provide information.

The Financial Crimes Unit notes an increase in reports of the 'grandparent scam' in Winnipeg again. This scam tricks unsuspecting individuals into sending money under false pretenses.

The grandparent scam typically involves an unknown person (the fraudster) targeting and then contacting a senior (the grandparent) by phone during the day, usually from a random or unknown phone number.

They pose as a grandchild, or another family member, in distress who has been arrested and needs bail money. They may also pose as a representative of the detained relative, such as an attorney or a bail-bondsman.

The fraudsters then send couriers to collect the money in person from the victim’s residence. In some instances, ride share drivers are used to pick up the money.

A variation of the scheme involves phone call or email from someone claiming to be a friend or family member who is in some kind of trouble and requires money immediately.

The fraudster attempts to create a sense of urgency with the grandparent in the hope of eliciting an emotional response and will often tell the senior not to tell anyone else in the family about what is occurring. They will often say there is a “gag order” in place. It works because family members, especially grandparents, want to help their grandchildren in any way they can.

The fraudster will attempt to convince the grandparent that they need money in a hurry. Some have even gone as far as ordering taxis to take the grandparent to the bank if they no longer drive. The fraudsters will then later arrange to have a courier go to the grandparent’s home to obtain the funds. The courier may be a scammer — or another victim of the scam.

Reject It

There are several things you can do to protect yourself:

If you do not recognize the phone number calling you, let it go to voicemail.
If someone calls you and to rush you into taking quick action, tell them you will call them back and hang up. Then call a trusted family member.
Last, rest assured that police will never ask you for money directly to “bail out” a loved one. The bail process is done through the court system and requires you to attend the courthouse.
When in doubt, just hang up!

Report It

If you believe you have been victimized by a grandparent scam, contact the Winnipeg Police Service non-emergency line at 204-986-6222 to make your report, or submit it online at:  https://www.winnipeg.ca/police/services/report-crime.

For more information on warning signs or how to protect yourself, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre website at www.antifraudcentre.ca.

Click Here for the Preventing Falls Booklet

Lock Down Your Sheds, Garages, and Outbuildings

Following a recent string of shed, garage, and other outbuilding break-ins, we want to remind you to take the proper precautions in keeping your tools, equipment, and other valuables safe. It’s never a good feeling to discover you’ve been a victim of property theft. Here are five tips to lock down your outbuildings and protect your property from would-be thieves: 

1. Make sure access points are properly and securely locked
2. Keep windows covered by blinds or curtains so valuables can’t be seen
3. Video cameras can be a great defense, and serve as a tool for identifying offenders
4. Motion lights are also a good and cost-effective way to deter thieves
5. Keep keys for cars or recreational vehicles in a safe place inside your home

Remember – always report property theft, even if it seems small. This can help WPS apprehend serial offenders and/or offenders could face steeper consequences. 

Winter Accident Prevention & Drivers’ Safety Tips

It's officially that time of year... Now that temperatures are dropping, and snow is upon us, it’s important to keep road conditions in mind so everyone can enjoy a safe and happy festive season. Here are our tips to help you stay safe:

1. Drive for the Road Conditions: If roads conditions are poor, drive slowly and leave additional space between you and the car ahead of you. Be aware that intersections may have become polished and slippery from spinning tires and give yourself plenty of room to break for red lights or stop signs.
   
2. Scrape Your Windshield: Though it’s a pain, we hope you’ll agree that visibility is critically important to driving your vehicle. Yes, even when you’re running late, please be sure to take the time to scrape your windshield entirely so vision is not obscured on the roads.
3. Winterize Your Vehicle: Winter tires make a world of difference on Manitoba’s icy roads. Book tire changes appointments early to avoid long wait times. If you don’t already have them, check out MPI’s Winter Tire Program to make purchasing winter tires more affordable.
4. Check Manitoba 511: Provided by Manitoba Transport & Infrastructure, this website contains up to date information on maps, traffic, road conditions and more. If you’re heading out of the city, know what to expect; make modifications to your route if necessary, or reschedule your plans if highways are closed. Check out www.Manitoba511.ca or download the app.
5. Be prepared: Consider keeping an emergency kit in your vehicle so you’re taken care of in a worst-case scenario. Items like heavy-duty gloves, booster cables, blankets and pylons can go a long way in keeping you warm and safe if you get stranded.
6. Don’t be afraid to turn around or stop: If driving becomes too risky, don’t be afraid to turn around or find a safe place to stop. If stopping, find a safe place to pull over and turn hazard lights on so other motorists see you.
7. Slow Down and Move Over when passing emergency vehicles: The Highway Traffic Act requires drivers to slow down and move over when emergency vehicles or tow trucks are pulled over on the side of the road. If the posted speed limit is less than 80 km/h, you must slow down to 40 km/h. If the speed limit is over 80 km/h, you must slow to 60 km/h. Failure to do so may result in hefty fines.

Register Now

Please consider calling upon the Government of Canada to coordinate with provincial authorities and local law enforcement to develop a National Silver Alert System, which will geographically target mobile devices and broadcast to media information concerning missing vulnerable adults by signing the petition.
Silver Alerts will save lives.

Click Here to go to the Petition

The Winnipeg Police Service continues to receive reports of local "grandparent scams" (also known as "emergency scams"). The Financial Crime Unit is investigating these matters but wishes to remind the public of the scam and provide information.

The Financial Crimes Unit notes an increase in reports of the 'grandparent scam' in Winnipeg again. This scam tricks unsuspecting individuals into sending money under false pretenses.

The grandparent scam typically involves an unknown person (the fraudster) targeting and then contacting a senior (the grandparent) by phone during the day, usually from a random or unknown phone number.

They pose as a grandchild, or another family member, in distress who has been arrested and needs bail money. They may also pose as a representative of the detained relative, such as an attorney or a bail-bondsman.

The fraudsters then send couriers to collect the money in person from the victim’s residence. In some instances, ride share drivers are used to pick up the money.

A variation of the scheme involves phone call or email from someone claiming to be a friend or family member who is in some kind of trouble and requires money immediately.

The fraudster attempts to create a sense of urgency with the grandparent in the hope of eliciting an emotional response and will often tell the senior not to tell anyone else in the family about what is occurring. They will often say there is a “gag order” in place. It works because family members, especially grandparents, want to help their grandchildren in any way they can.

Reject It

There are several things you can do to protect yourself:

• If you do not recognize the phone number calling you, let it go to voicemail.
• If someone calls you and to rush you into taking quick action, tell them you will call them back and hang up. Then call a trusted family member.
• Last, rest assured that police will never ask you for money directly to “bail out” a loved one. The bail process is done through the court system and requires you to attend the courthouse.
• When in doubt, just hang up!

Inscrivez-vous à nos programmes de bien-être!

Le Centre de santé Saint-Boniface a le plaisir de vous offrir des programmes de bien-être. Voir ci-joint les programmes offerts en hiver 2024-2025. Pour s'inscrire: appelez au 204-940-1155. Pour plus d’information, visitez https://centredesante.mb.ca/programs/

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Centre de santé Saint-Boniface is pleased to offer you our wellness programs. Attached are our programs offered in winter 2024-2025.

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