Cochrane Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), in partnership with generous sponsors and community organizations, is proud to host a week-long celebration in honour of local seniors from June 2 to 8. Seniors’ Week is an opportunity to recognize the invaluable contributions of older adults in our community, while offering residents aged 50 and older a wide range of free events, activities, and learning opportunities.
This year’s celebration includes educational workshops, health and wellness sessions, live entertainment, luncheons, games, and more. A key feature of the week is the Seniors’ Resource Fair, taking place on Saturday, May 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cochrane Alliance Church. The fair will showcase local organizations and service providers who support older adults in Cochrane and surrounding areas. Throughout the day, attendees can also enjoy presentations from a variety of expert speakers on topics relevant to aging well in our community.
The festivities officially kick off on Sunday, June 1, with a BBQ luncheon hosted by the Cochrane Legion starting at 11:30 a.m. The event will feature a performance by the Good Vibes Memory Choir and include fun activities like music bingo, and the unveiling of Cochrane’s Age-Friendly Action Plan and newly developed Memory Kits. Created in partnership with the D.O.T.S. Committee, Cochrane Public Library, and Vital Minds Psychology, these kits are designed to support the mental, physical, and emotional engagement of individuals living with dementia and their loved ones. Memory Kits will be available to borrow through the Cochrane Public Library.
To make it easier for older residents to participate in the week’s events, free rides on Cochrane’s Local On-Demand Transit (COLT) will be offered throughout the week for individuals aged 60 and over.
“We’re proud to offer such a diverse and engaging week of activities that celebrate and support our seniors,” says Kim Krawec, Manager of FCSS. “In addition to the incredible programming, the Seniors’ Resource Fair gives our community a chance to learn about the many services available to older adults. We’re grateful to our sponsors, volunteers, and partners for their ongoing commitment to seniors' well-being, not only during this special week but year-round.” For a full schedule of events and more information, visit cochrane.ca/seniorsweek.
For a full schedule of events and more information, visit cochrane.ca/seniorsweek.
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