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Date updated: September 6, 2018

In the community

Getting involved and taking part in community activities are essential to a healthy and happy life. Use these resources to:

Find events and opportunities to get engaged in your community. You may even to volunteer.
Access some of the services available to you in your area.
Promote your community or group events and activities. Please contact us and we will post your event for you free of charge.

On this page we:

Host the NL 50+ Federation series of webspages including 50 + Club Locations and Contact Information
Feature NL Communities – Activities (Not a Complete List)
Link you with the most recent Seniors Living Supplements
Highlight a Few Supports Available
Provide Resources and Publications available provincially (may be located at different sites or in a variety of communities)

NL 50+ Federation Inc.

For More Information Please Select: NL 50+ Federation Inc.

Senior Living Newspaper Supplement

READ THE LATEST:

WARM LINES AND EMERGENCY LINES

CHANNAL Peer Support Warm Line

Confidential Peer Support for People Living with Mental Illnesses

1-855-753-2560 local 753-2560

7 days a week 11 am to 11 pm

Mental Health Crisis Line (Provincial, 24 hours, 7 days a week)

1-888-737-4668 (toll free)

Mobile Crisis Response Team (in St. John’s area ONLY)

709-737-4668

Sexual Assault Crisis Line (Provincial, 24 hours, 7 days a week)

1-800- 726-2743 (toll free)

For Emergencies call 911

Older Adult Physical Activity Toolkit

The Older Adult Physical Activity Toolkit includes the following documents:

Older Adult Physical Activity Toolkit

Older Adult Physical Activity Toolkit
10 Fun Ways to Stay Active-NL

10 Fun Ways to Stay Active_NL_Final
8 Week Walking Program

8 Week Walking Program_NL Final
Movement Log-NL
Movement Log_NL_Final
Physical Activity and Arthritis
Physical Activity and Arthritis_NL_Final
Physical Activity and Diabetes
Physical Activity and Diabetes_NL_Final
Physical Activity and Heart Disease

The last 6 documents are provided here for convenience. They are found in the Older Adult Physical Activity Toolkit (first document on the list).

MOVE WELL- AGE WELL

Other Links to Resources and Information (listed in alphabetical order):

The Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 12-step recovery program is a free treatment program for people suffering from alcohol abuse and addiction. This link will help you find an AA meeting in NL (check out districts 11 to 15).

The Alzheimer Society Newfoundland & Labrador provides information and offers services and support for patients, families and caregivers: brochures and information on the National Safely Home Program, Educational Sessions, Care at Home Course, Family Support Groups, and Resource Centres. Check out the online Calendar with ASNL provincial support groups, presentations, and other events.

Are you a Permanent Resident, Canadian Citizen, or Provincial Nominee living outside St. John’s looking for ESL training? As part of this program, one-on-one tutoring is offered in 10-week sessions for 5 hours per week, for a total of fifty (50) hours of tutoring. The instruction varies based on language and literacy level. Contact the Association of New Canadians today at (709) 579-9172 or research@nfld.net to enroll in the Outreach ESL Tutor Program!

CHANNAL (Consumers’ Health Awareness Network Newfoundland and Labrador) is a self-help network serving the needs of those who have experienced mental health issues or is a user of mental health services. CHANNAL has self help groups throughout the province, has online support, and runs a warm line (1-855-753-2560).

College of the North Atlantic link to all campuses, their events, and courses offered

Lets an individual summon help at any time of the day or night (even if they can’t speak). Lifeline also supplies systems that can increase independence and safety (such as AutoAlert). For more information, call Philips Lifeline Customer Service 709-579-7082 or Toll Free at 1-800-387-8120 Contact your local Lifeline Community Representative: Catherine Connolly 709-728-4245 or 1-800-387-8120 ext. 7057 (Toll Free)

The mental health and addiction system in NL is complex and difficult to navigate? It is often difficult to find Information on and contact to resources needed. Regionally, health authorities different slightly and community supports vary. The Mental Health and Addictions Provincial Systems Navigator helps improve the client’s mental health journey by increasing knowledge/awareness; identifying and addressing system barriers and improving coordination among services, ensuring continuity of care across services. If you need assistance in navigating the MHA system, contact Barry Hewitt by phone at 752-3916 or 1-877-999-7589 or by email at barry.hewitt@easternhealth.ca.

MyGrief.ca, an online support for people working through grief and loss or supporting someone who is grieving. MyGrief.ca is also an educative tool for those working in health care.

NAR-ANON is a 12-step recovery program for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction problem of someone very near to you. There are many meetings in Newfoundland and Labrador. This link will help you find a meeting close to you

The New Hope AL-ANON group is a 12-step recovery program for relatives and friends of alcoholics. There are many meetings in Newfoundland and Labrador. There are also meetings online.. This link will help you find a meeting closest to you.

The Newfoundland Aboriginal Women's Network strives to promote, enhance and encourage the health, social, educational,economic cultural, and political, well being of Aboriginal women within the Island portion of Newfoundland and Labrador. NAWN is now located at the People of the Dawn Friendship Center satellite office in Stephenville. This satellite office holds a Senior's Socia every week. NAWN is affiliated with seven women's groups in NL. They carry out a wide variety of activities. Social activities may also include women and men and youth (intergenerational activities)

Melgignat MiKmaq Women's Group - Stephenville
Exploit's Native Women's Association - Grand Falls-Windsor
Corner Brook Aboriginal Women's Association, Corner Brook
Flat Bay-St. Teresa's Native Women's Association, St. Teresa's
Benoit's Cove Native Women's Associatio, Benoit's Cove
Indian Cove Women's Circle, St. George's
St. John's Aboriginal Women's Circle
and the Northern Peninsula and Northern Peninsula Group (NAWN)

The Newfoundland Aboriginal Women’s Network offers cultural sensitivity workshops to all service providers, stakeholders and/or organizations offering services and programs. This workshop is open to all groups free of charge. For more information or to book a workshop, please contact 643-1290 or email: nawn@nf.aibn.com NOTE: the website is under construction. Contact NAWN through Linda Wells, NAWN Executive Director, Newfoundland Aboriginal Women's Network at 709-643-1290 or executivedirector.nawn2016@gmail.com

Check with a Public Library near you. Your Local Public Library's events are available online through an Events Calendar. Books are not the only thing your library offers. Libraries are part of your communities. Click the link below to the NL Public Library home page, select Events Calendar, and click the library nearest you. Happy Learning!!

RIAC's Core mandate is to provide the supports necessary for refugees and immigrants who make our beautiful province their home, to live as active participants in our communities. Programs and services include advice; awareness and diversity; ESL language Help; Volunteer and Internship. Each semester look for English as a Second language ESLs courses and conversation groups and Creative Sewing Atelier's classes.

Rug Hooking Guild of Newfoundland & Labrador - strives to record and preserve the historial background of rug hooking in our province. As of January 2018 there were 15 areas where branches /rug hooking groups of the Guild gather informally: Woody Point, Corner Brook, Lark Hr, Grand Falls- Windsor, Gander, Eastport, Springdale, Summerford, Lewisporte, Northern Arm, St. Alban's, Clarenville, Paradise, St. John's, Harbour Grace-Carbonear

The Senior's Wellness Hub is based in Grand Falls-Windsor but offer information for all of us. Videos featured on this online resource are:

What is Caregiving
Medication Safety
Eating Right
Handling Finances
Advance Health Care Planning
Pharmacies
Coping with Vision Loss

Today, a large and highly talented group of older adults in Canada are able to give as volunteers to strengthen their communities and improve quality of life. Fact sheet and brochure prepared by Volunteer Canada.

Are you a Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) veteran? Veterans Affairs Canada provides services for veterans through the The Veterans Independence Program. You may be eligible for:

ground maintenance (snow removal),
housekeeping (including errand services),
personal care,
access to nutrition (Meals on Wheels),
transportation costs, and
home adaptations for qualified veterans who need assistance to stay in their own homes.
Nursing home care provided if needed.

For information, call: 1-866-522-2122 or e-mail: information@vac-acc.gc.ca If you need help filling out forms or getting access to services, call 1-877-534-4666 Toll free (to connect with a local Royal Canadian Legion service officer).

Violence Prevention NL Organizations:

• Provincial voice around violence prevention, advocacy and early intervention to those most at risk of experiencing violence. • Work throughout the province to change attitudes, behaviours and social norms associated with violence through awareness • Core partners in the Provincial Government’s Violence Prevention Initiative VPNL Organizations: Violence Prevention-Avalon East (was known as CAVAE) 709-757-0137 Communities Against Violence (Western Avalon) 709-596-0726 Violence Prevention - East (was known as ERCAV) 709-466-4676 Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence (BPVAV) 709-279-4030 Roads to End Violence (Gander-New-Wes-Valley Region) 709-651-2250 Violence Prevention South and Central 709-489-8828 Violence Prevention West 709-634-6606 Southwestern Coalition to End Violence (SWCEV) 709-643-1022 Northern Committee Against Violence (NCAV) website is closed darlenerice@gov.nl.ca 709-454-3351 Violence Prevention Labrador (VPL) 709-899-3231 These Coalitions also encourage community participation in violence prevention and undertake initiatives to raise public awareness about this serious issue.

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents seniors' clubs across the province. The Federation sends out newsletters and has a convention once a year. Here is the convention booklet for 2017. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189.

This guide offers practical and easy-to-follow advice, tips and additional sources of information to help you communicate clearly and effectively. Plain language, good design and materials that are easy to use and understand are valued by everyone. Know your audience and to communicate effectively.

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents seniors' clubs across the province. The Federation sends out newsletters and often has a convention once a year. Here is the convention booklet for 2016. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

Holyrood has a new Quilting Group! Each Wednesday, The Butter Pot Quilters make different quilting projects while enjoy new friends and learning new techniques. The only requirement is you have to be able to sew and use a sewing machine as this is not a beginner class. Interested in joining their group? For more info please contact Karen at 687-1011. Location: Holy Cross Elementary Date: Every Wednesday Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents seniors' clubs across the province. The federation often has a convention once a year and sends out newsletters. Here is the Federation Newsletter issued for April 2018. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents seniors' clubs across the province. The federation often has a convention once a year and sends out newsletters. Here is the Federation Newsletter issued for February 2018. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents hundreds of seniors' clubs across the province. The Federation often has a convention once a year and sends out newsletters. Here is the Federation Newsletter issued for December 2017. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents seniors' clubs across the province. The federation often has a convention once a year and sends out newsletters. Here is the Federation Newsletter issued for August 2017. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

The Holyrood Forever Young Program is designed to keep our older adults active, social, and educated on healthy living and wellness. Each season the town of Holyrood's Recreation Department releases a new slate of program for the 3-4 month term. Forever Young – Winter Edition 2018

Shallow Water Fitness
Zumba Gold
Active 4 Life
Rug Hooking Program

Programs included in the program in the past have been: AquaFit; Healthy Cooking Classes; Boardwalk Walking Program; Summer Bus Trips; Bowling If you have any questions about Forever Young programming please contact Steve at 229-7252 ext. 204 or email: steve.martin@holyrood.ca

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents seniors' clubs across the province. The federation often has a convention once a year and sends out newsletters. Here is the Federation Newsletter issued for April 2017. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents seniors' clubs across the province. The federation often has a convention once a year and sends out newsletters. Here is the Federation Newsletter issued for November 2016. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents seniors' clubs across the province. The federation often has a convention once a year and sends out newsletters. Here is the Federation Newsletter issued for June 2016. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents seniors' clubs across the province. The federation often has a convention once a year and sends out newsletters. Here is the Federation Newsletter issued for May 2016. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

The Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation, Inc. is a province-wide umbrella organization which represents hundreds of seniors' clubs across the province. The Federation often has a convention once a year and sends out newsletters. Here is the Federation Newsletter issued for March 2016. For information about seniors' clubs, contact the Federation President, Robert Rogers, at 709-533-6189

LETTER

Attention: ALL MEMBERS
From: Robert Rogers, president on behalf of the Board of Directors of the Newfoundland and Labrador 50+ Federation
Date: January 26, 2018

The Pottle Centre is a social centre for consumers of mental health services in St. John's, NL. The centre provides a safe and healthy place for people to be social, enjoy special events, and get involved. Activities and Special events and CLOSED days are shown on a monthly Calendar. Calendars (printed) are available upon request from 753-2143 or email: info@pottlecentre.org. See Pottle Centre: How to Join for more information. The website may not provide the most up-to-date calendar

The Pottle Centre is a drop-in social centre How to Join the Pottle Centre:

You must be a member to take advantage of the activities and events.
If you decide to join, PLEASE call 753-2143 and make an appointment with one of the staff so that they are free to meet with you and not too busy with other duties.
They never have a wait list and there is no fee for membership.
You must be 19 years of age and have received mental health services (be a consumer of mental health services).
Activities and Special events and CLOSED days are shown in the monthly Calendar.
On a daily basis, they have a small canteen service with hot and cold (non-alcoholic) beverages as well as snacks.
Attendance, they ask that:
- If you sign up for an event please show up.
- If you are going on an outing please show up 15 minutes ahead of time.
  - Please contact 753-2143 or email: info@pottlecentre.org for more information

Torbay's Community Guide explains how to use the town e-services. The guide also lists community events, provides information on the Federation's 50+ Friendship Club activities, and features other winter activities. Stay tuned for Spring's Guide or receive it in your mail from the town of Torbay by filling in the form on their website /help/services/get-our-community-guide-in-the-mail/

The Respect Aging project was designed to educate and train various audiences in the recognition, prevention and intervention of violence against older persons. The Respect Aging training materials are meant to provide information, resources and tools for anyone who interacts with older persons affected by or likely to experience violence. If you have any questions or comments, please contact the Violence Prevention Initiative at vpi@gov.nl.ca or (709) 729-5009.

In the Community

In the community

READ THE LATEST:

WARM LINES AND EMERGENCY LINES

For Services Where You Live:

Older Adult Physical Activity Toolkit

Other Links to Resources and Information (listed in alphabetical order):

Violence Prevention NL Organizations:

a) NL 50+ Federation 2017 Convention Booklet

Age-Friendly Communication Facts, Tips, and Ideas

b) NL 50+ Federation 2016 Convention Booklet

Butterpot Quilters Group (Holyrood)

c) NL 50+ Federation Newsletter April 2018

d) NL 50+ Federation Newsletter February 2018

e) NL 50+ Federation Newsletter December 2017

f) NL 50+ Federation Newsletter August 2017

Forever Young Older Adults Program (Holyrood)

g) NL 50+ Federation Newsletter April 2017

h) NL 50+ Federation Newsletter November 2016

i) NL 50+ Federation Newsletter June 2016

j) NL 50+ Federation Newsletter May 2016

k) NL 50+ Federation Newsletter March 2016

LETTER RE: Provincial Government's review of the Automobile Insurance Act. January 2018

Pottle Centre Monthly Calendar of Activities (St. John's/Mount Pearl)

The Pottle Centre: How To Join (St. John's-Mount Pearl)

Torbay Community Guide

Violence Prevention Initiative. Respect Aging

Newsletter Signup