Welcome to Your Centre!
Fall General Membership Meeting
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 – 1:00 pm in the Auditorium
There will be motions that need your vote including changes in the Bylaws and a motion to purchase a wheelchair accessible van. Get a hard copy from the office or click here to view or download a PDF.
The Society’s Fall General membership meeting will be held in-person in the Centre’s auditorium on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, starting at 1:00 pm PDT.
The meeting will conduct business as set out in section 30 of the Society’s Bylaws, including a motion for the purchase of a wheelchair-accessible van, and two special resolutions for the amendment of the Society’s Constitution and Bylaws. You can view and download the special resolutions by clicking on the button below, or obtain a printed copy from the Centre’s office.
This Notice is amending the Notice that was previously posted on the Society’s website, in order to include the formal special resolutions for the amendment of the Constitution and Bylaws. They include changes to proposed amendments previously posted.
ACTIVITIES
October 16 – Food for Thought
Emeritus Professor Joost Blom (an ex-Dean of Law at UBC) will let us know how both international law and the law of the sea were figured out in the 16th century, and still exist today in a modern form. For those who love to discover new facts and ideas, this is a talk that you won’t want to miss. No pre-registration is necessary and admission is by donation. Seating is limited so please arrive early. Starts promptly at 2:30 pm.
October 17 – Friendship Tea
Thanks to Sharon Blanchette and her team, the Friendship Tea is held every month on the third Thursday from 2 to 4 pm. Lots of fun and the price is amazing. It’s free!
October 25 – Free Hearing Aid Cleaning
Anchor Hearing provides hearing aid cleaning at the SSAC lounge.
October 26 – Monster British Invasion
Mitch Lazer is back with Monster British Invasion for the Halloween Bash. Eddy Edrik on vocals and guitar, Bruce Mortimer on bass, Bill Barclay on keyboard and Mitch on drums. Doors open at 6:30 pm, music starts at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $15 in advance at the SSAC front desk or A Little Brit of Heaven and $20 at the door. Beer, wine and cider bar will be open.
Free Legal Aid Clinic
Lawyer Robert Hart provides FREE weekly 30-minute legal aid consultations every Thursday at noon (not criminal matters). Book your appointment at the front desk.
November 16 & 17 – Come to the Cabaret
The Fundamentals presents a fun musical show for all. “Come to the Cabaret” is a fundraiser for the SSAC that you wouldn’t want to miss. Tickets are available now!
November 22 – Advance Care Planning Workshop
An accident or medical crisis can happen to anyone, of any age, at any time. In this workshop, presenters from Sunshine Coast Hospice will introduce you to the Sunshine Coast Green Sleeve and explore the steps involved in making an advance care plan. Limited seating – sign up for this free workshop at the front desk or call 604-885-3513.
If there is an activity you would like to attend, but is not on our schedule, please reach out and talk to Gill, SSAC Manager. Please note that weekend activities are subject to change.
LATEST STORIES
Supporting Seniors
This is a very exciting and positive time at the SSAC, so please come to the Fall General Membership meeting at 1 pm October 23rd and make your opinions known. This is your Centre. Help us make the right decisions, to make this a prosperous and joyful place.
Activities at the SSAC
The SSAC is bustling with activity. Check out our line-up, and we're sure you'll find something that will interest you.
Emeritus Lecture Series
An overflow crowd attended the first in our Fall lecture series – a dynamic Dr. Elizabeth Dean talking about how we can live longer by changing our diets.
What A Blast!
The Haight-Ashbury dance was another fun evening with lots of smiles and dancing to great music. We had lots of Hippies around!
Forest Therapy
On September 11, Porpoise Bay Provincial Park hosted an enriching Accessible Nature Well-being Program, tailored for individuals with cognitive challenges.
Reaching Out
The Sunshine Coast has a critical shortage of accessible transportation and that many individuals are “shut-ins” either from a lack of resources or dependence on others. We at the SSAC have a plan to be of help.
Your Wonderful Year of Giving
There has been an overwhelming positive response to our donation campaign launched last September. At the time of writing, you have so generously gifted a total of $72,334.26 in the three programs combined.
SSAC Endowment Fund
In order to achieve sustainable financial stability, we have established a SSAC Endowment Fund that will generate revenue from interest accrued each year. This fund is to be administered by the Sunshine Coast Foundation.
Affordable Lunch Program
The aim of the Affordable Lunch donation program is to avoid increases in the price of our entrées, and keep it fixed currently at either $10 or $12. Every member deserves a great affordable meal in the wonderful environment of the Centre.
General Revenue Donations
Gifts to general revenue are particularly vital to enable us to deal with large, unexpected costs. You can donate to us at the front desk by cash, cheque, credit or debit card. You can also download and print the form and mail it to the Centre with your cheque.
SSAC Endowment Fund
In order to achieve sustainable financial stability, we have established a SSAC Endowment Fund that will generate revenue from interest accrued each year. This fund is to be administered by the Sunshine Coast Foundation.
Affordable Lunch Program
The aim of the Affordable Lunch donation program is to avoid increases in the price of our entrées, and keep it fixed currently at either $10 or $12. Every member deserves a great affordable meal in the wonderful environment of the Centre.
General Revenue Donations
Gifts to general revenue are particularly vital to enable us to deal with large, unexpected costs. You can donate to us at the front desk by cash, cheque, credit or debit card. You can also download and print the form and mail it to the Centre with your cheque.
Donate to the SSAC Endowment Fund today!
Scan the QR code using your mobile phone’s camera to connect with the donation page at Sunshine Coast Foundation’s website. You can also click on the image to open the page on your browser.
Acknowledgement of Donors
When you gift to us you will be asked if you wish to be acknowledged or be anonymous. The names of those that we are permitted to acknowledge will be honoured as Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum donors.
SSAC Food Service
Emily is delighted to serve our members delicious home-cooked meals.
Frozen Entrées
One of the most beloved of programs offered at SSAC has had nothing to do with exercise, or learning, or even socialization. It has to do with food!
Seashell Echo
Please click on the button below to view or download the PDF of our current edition.
