Plan to attend Seniors’ Information and Active Living Fair and more in November

For details on any Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors program or service, visit the website at www.communitycareforseniors.org, the Facebook page, or call 613-476-7493. Click here to visit the special Active Living page on the website 

Seniors’ Information & Active Living Fair – Nov. 12th – Wellington & District Community Centre – Prince Edward Community Care is hosting the 9th Annual FREE Seniors’ Information and Active Living Fair. There will be more than 50 vendors from the community showcasing the services they offer, as well as presentations and entertainment. This event starts at 10a.m. with opening ceremonies and activities until 2p.m. Organizers recommend planning to attend for the full day. All are welcome! Free lunch and refreshments while supplies last. Call Community Care for more information about the fair at 613-476-7493.
NOTE: The Prince Edward Community Care Office is closing at noon, Wednesday, Nov. 11th for Seniors Active Living Fair set-up. The office will remain closed Thursday, Nov. 12th for the fair event at the Wellington & District Community Centre open from 10a.m. to 2p.m. Meals on Wheels will be delivered as usual.

Community Care’s Active Living Programs – get your membership today – The Active Living Program offers fitness, social and recreational activities to help older adults in Prince Edward County live well at home, stay active, and remain connected to their community. Membership is available to seniors 60+ for $25/year. Membership benefits include full access to all programs and events (some programs may have additional fees); meet new friends; discover a new hobby, skill or talent; receive monthly updates of programs via email. For a membership application and a full schedule of upcoming County Seniors’ Centre social and recreational programming see the special page on the website at https://www.communitycareforseniors.org/active-living-program/ or call 613-476-7493.

November Webinars
Join the County Seniors’ Centre for a series of informative webinars this November — designed to help older adults stay informed, engaged, and living well at home. Upcoming Webinars include: Winter Driving, Tuesday, Nov. 3rd from 1-2p.m. Lisa Lapierre from the Ministry of Transportation office in Kingston tells you everything you need to know about preparing yourself and motor vehicle for the winter driving season; Nearby and Natural with Terry Sprague, Tuesday, Nov. 10th from 1-2pm. Terry Sprague offers a look at the many natural areas within easy driving distance of the county. There are scores of Provincial Parks, Conservation Areas, nature reserves, hiking trails, cemeteries, and hidden natural gems out there waiting to be explored; Seniors and Concussions with the Canadian Concussion Centre and Parachute Canada, Wednesday, Nov. 18th from 1-2pm. Falls are one of the leading causes of concussions amongst seniors. Learn about the basics of concussions, supporting recovery, and reducing the risks of future injuries; Home Energy Efficiency for Seniors with Madeline Meades of Envirocentre on Tuesday, Nov. 24th 1-2pm. Learn about provincial programs that support income-eligible households in lowering energy usage and improving home comfort through energy-saving upgrades. The session will also include practical tips to help reduce energy waste and make homes more comfortable and affordable; Shared Seniors Housing in conjunction with the Solo Seniors PEC initiative, Wednesday, Nov. 25th 1-3pm. Join Karen Fuller for this information session for adults aged 55 and older who are struggling to find affordable housing. Karen will discuss the financial implications, legal concerns, and social benefits of several alternative housing options. All these webinars are available to view on Zoom at home or in person with others at the Seniors’ Centre. Visit Call 613-476-7493 for more details.

Pick up your Active Living Program Guide today
What’s happening at Community Care? The fall Active Living Program Guide is out now! This seasonal guide provides members course outlines and sign-up info to all the wonderful programs being offered until December. From informative webinars to art and music classes to seniors’ fitness training, the walking program, social euchre and bridge games and more, if it’s happening at the Seniors’ Centre, it’s in the guide. Check out the guide online or call 613-476-7493 for more details

Play Piano by Ear with Don Hinde– Starting Nov. 2nd
Retired music educator Don Hinde shares an easy approach to learning to play the piano by ear. Learning to play by ear involves developing the ability to reproduce music you hear without relying on sheet music. Registration is required for this eight-week class. Piano keyboards are provided. Cost is $65. Call us at 613-476-7493

Play the Ukelele/Guitar by Ear with Don Hinde– Starting Nov. 2nd
Retired music educator Don Hinde shares an easy approach to learning to play the guitar and ukelele by ear. Learning to play by ear involves developing the ability to reproduce music you hear without relying on sheet music. Participants bring their own stringed instruments. Registration is required for this eight-week class. Cost is $65 For more information see the special page on the Prince Edward Community Care website or call 613-476-7493.

Stronger U Fitness Training – New Class starting Nov. 3rd
Join this eight-week fitness bootcamp with Fitness Powers on Tuesdays from 11am to noon beginning Tuesday, November 3rd at the Picton Town Hall. The cost is $45 for the eight-week series for Active Living Program members age 60+. For more information call 613-476-7493.

Seniors Luncheon Social –Thursday, Nov. 5th
The November Seniors Luncheon Social gathering will feature a delicious sit-down meal prepared by Kelly Bannister, including meatloaf, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, soup, dessert, coffee and tea. The meal will be served at 12pm at the Picton Town Hall in Picton and the cost is $20 per meal. Advance ordering and payment are required, with orders accepted until 4:30 pm on Friday, Oct. 30th. Please bring your own plate, soup bowl (with lid if you might want to take your soup home), coffee mug, and eating utensils. To order your meal, please call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493.

55 Alive Driver Refresher Course- Thursday, Nov. 5th
The driver refresher course is developed by the Canada Safety Council and is designed specifically to help older drivers improve their driving skills. The program includes lunch, a 100-page workbook, useful resources, a certificate and instruction by David Fox, who is trained by the Canada Safety Council. Space is limited. Cost is $40. Registration and payment in advance are required. For more information, call 613-476-7493

North Shore Euchre Social – Continues Nov. 6th
Prince Edward Community Care is offering monthly social euchre for seniors starting Friday, October 2nd from 1:30 to 4:00pm at the Sophiasburgh Town Hall in Demorestville. Advance registration is required, along with $5 to play. Refreshments are included. Call Community Care at 613-476-7493 to register.

Curbside pick-up meal – Thursday, Nov. 26th
Prince Edward Community Care for Seniors holds monthly curbside pick-up meals. November’s event is on Thursday, Nov. 26th and Kelly Bannister is preparing meatloaf, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, soup, and dessert. The cost is $20 per meal. Meals will be packaged hot and ready to be picked up at 12pm at Elks Lodge, 21 Elk Street in Picton. Advance ordering and payment are required – call 613-476-7493. Delivery can be arranged for seniors who require it. Orders will be taken until 4:30pm on Friday, Nov. 20th. Call us at 613-476-7493 to place your order.

North Shore Euchre Social – Continues Nov. 6th
Prince Edward Community Care is offering monthly social euchre for seniors from 1:30 to 4pm at the Sophiasburgh Town Hall in Demorestville. Advance registration is required, along with $5 to play. Refreshments are included. Call Community Care at 613-476-7493 to register.

Flashback February Trivia Build – Wednesday Dec. 2nd and 9th
Community Care for Seniors and Museums of Prince Edward County are teaming up to source local stories in advance of Flashback February. This is your chance to provide Prince Edward County facts or anecdotes that will inform questions as part of a trivia night event to be held in February 2027. Drop by the County Seniors’ Centre Dec. 2 or 9 between 1-3 p.m. to share your County story. Organizers seek to discover what County seniors find most interesting about the County from a historical perspective, and what they would tell other people about this place if they could. Call 613-476-7493 for more info

Hot Meals on Wheels – available up to five days/week
This program has been operating in Prince Edward County for 46 years and is open to any senior 60+ who needs support. Delivery to the door of a hot nutritious noon-time meal. Now available up to five days/week anywhere in Prince Edward County. Receiving a hot meal at the door means seniors have a regular check-in to help them stay safe and well in their own home. Meals are prepared in fully inspected kitchens by professional food service staff. Call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493 for more information.

Seniors Walking Program- Picton and Wellington
Walking improves fitness, health, and mental well-being. Join a Community Care volunteer for a supervised social walk on Monday-Thursdays from 3 to 4pm at Prince Edward Collegiate Institute or Mondays and Thursdays from 3 to 4pm at the Wellington and District Community Centre. This supervised program offers a safe environment to enjoy social time and get exercise during the cold winter months. Free to Active Living Program Members. Advance registration is required. Call Prince Edward Community Care 613-476-7493.

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Volunteers needed to deliver Meals on Wheels 
If you have 2-3 hours/week to spare this might be the right volunteer task for you to take on. Hot meals are picked up in Picton at 11:30am and delivered to seniors on a specific route. If you can help, please call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493 to start the conversation.

Home Workers Needed
Prince Edward Community Care is looking for people to do inside and outside work for seniors for reasonable rates. Home workers choose where they will work in Prince Edward County, set their own hours and make connections doing satisfying work. For more information call 613-476-7493.

Volunteer Drivers needed
Prince Edward Community Care is seeking volunteer drivers for the escorted transportation program with availability of 2-3 hours a week to escort clients to medical appointments or for essential shopping trips. This volunteer opportunity is wonderful for those looking to meet new people in the community, and a chance to have a conversation along the way. Drivers are desperately needed for this essential program. Volunteers are contacted by agency staff 2-3 days in advance of a drive as same-day rides are not provided. To start the conversation call 613-476-7493, email info@communitycareforseniors.org

Prince Edward Community Care’s Thrift Shop at 153 Main Street accepting donations
The Thrift Shop accepts donations during regular hours of Mondays 1-4pm and Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4pm. Shoppers will find a full line of clothing for the whole family including shoes and accessories as well as furniture, housewares, dishes, books, sports equipment, linens, toys and much more. For updates and sales check Prince Edward Community Care’s Thrift Shop Facebook page. Visit 153 Main Street in Picton regularly as new stock goes on the shelves on a daily basis. Shop, donate, volunteer

Volunteers Needed at Thrift Shop – particularly for Saturdays
Prince Edward Community Care needs volunteers to help in the Thrift Shop at 153 Main Street in Picton. If you have 3 hours per week (10am – 1pm or 1pm – 4pm) then give Community Care a call.  No experience is necessary.  A full orientation is offered.  There are always experienced volunteers on site.  Anyone wishing to work on the cash desk or to sort and price is welcome.  To start the conversation about becoming a volunteer call 613-476-7493.

Reception Volunteer
If you enjoy a fast pace in a changing environment the Community Care reception desk might be for you. Three hours a week is all it takes to get involved in this volunteer position. Orientation is provided and staff support is readily available. Contact Prince Edward Community Care today and start the conversation about volunteering – 613-476-7493 or email info@communitycareforseniors.org

Ontario Energy Support Program assistance
Do you struggle with your hydro bill?  The Ontario Energy Support Program (OESP) is a program that can provide help for eligible low-income seniors.  An eligible household ($28,000 or less for one person or $28,001 – $39,000 for a two person household) can receive between $35-$75 monthly credits on their hydro bill.  Staff at Prince Edward Community Care can answer questions for seniors 60+ and help submit the OESP application.  Seniors who have received Renewal and Information letters from OESP, can arrange for Community Care staff to help facilitate this renewal process.  Please call 613-476-7493 or go to www.OntarioElectricitySupport.ca for more information.

Seniors … borrow a tablet to get involved with online programming
Prince Edward Community Care and the PEC Library partner to make tablets available for seniors to participate in online programming. Training and support for seniors is provided by Libraries of PEC. For info or to borrow a tablet from the library call Community Care at 613-476-7493 or contact the Picton Library at 613-476-5962.

Foot Care Clinics accepting new clients
Prince Edward Community Care operates Foot Care Clinics in Picton, Wellington and the newly re-opened Rossmore location. Infection control protocols for clients and staff are closely followed. Professionally trained nurses provide foot care in a clinic setting.  New clients are welcome. For more information call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493.

Phone Chats – FREE for seniors 60+ – Membership not required
New – Phone Chats – FREE for seniors 60+ – Membership not required. Community Care for Seniors is now offering phone-based programs to help seniors connect with others. Have fun playing Trivia on Friday, Oct. 20th at 10am. A computer is not required for this event. For information or to register call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493

Rides to medical appointments
Prince Edward Community Care offers an escorted transportation program that helps to maximize the independence of seniors with friendly volunteer drivers who closely follow all pandemic safety protocols to keep everyone safe.  This program provides rides for seniors 60+ to medical appointments wherever they need to go including local or to destinations further away.  Rides for essential shopping are also provided.  The fee is reasonable for the clients and is based on .50/km.  The volunteer waits with the client while they are in the appointment.  Volunteer drivers are needed with a particular focus on providing local rides for seniors in Picton.  Volunteers are contacted 2-3 days in advance of a drive as same-day drives are not provided.  Call 613-476-7493 to start the conversation about volunteering.

Groceries, medicines, & library books can be delivered
For seniors 60+ who have an assessed need, Community Care volunteers will pick up and deliver groceries, medicines, library books and other essentials. To arrange for an intake with a staff member call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493.

Delivery to the door of nutritious frozen meals for seniors
This program is for all seniors 60+. Delivery of frozen meals can make it easier on those days when meal preparation is difficult. These frozen meals are low sodium, high quality and tasty. They can be heated in a microwave or conventional oven. Prince Edward Community Care offers frozen meals to seniors 60+ who live anywhere in Prince Edward County. For information or to refer someone, call 613-476-7493.

Hot Meals on Wheels – available five days/week
This program has been operating in Prince Edward County for over 40 years and is open to any senior 60+ who needs support. Delivery to the door of a hot nutritious noon-time meal. Now available up to five days/week anywhere in Prince Edward County. Receiving a hot meal at the door means seniors have a regular check-in to help them stay safe and well in their own home. All pandemic safety protocols are in place. Meals are prepared in fully inspected kitchens by professional food service staff. Call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493 for info on this & other services.  Call 613-476-7493.

Help around the home for seniors – Home Maintenance
Seniors who need help with outside work can call Prince Edward Community Care. The agency has carefully screened workers at reasonable rates. Help is available for outdoor work such as fall clean up, and snow shoveling. Pandemic safety protocols are in place. For information on this service call the Prince Edward Community Care office at 613-476-7493.

Telephone Reassurance Program
Prince Edward Community Care has supportive volunteers that can offer companionship, encouragement and warm friendly conversation to seniors to just chat, to help with the uncertainty of the pandemic, provide reassurance, and to help keep people safe. A regular phone call can go a long way to maintaining independence. To participate, call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493.

Friendly Visiting Volunteers
Prince Edward Community Care for seniors is looking for volunteers to visit seniors on the phone. To volunteer call 613-476-7493 and start the conversation.

Rural Route Reassurance Program
This free program is available through a partnership with Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers. Prince Edward Community Care can arrange for your mail courier en route to keep a watchful eye on your home to help keep you safe. This free service offers added safety and security to those living on rural routes. To participate, call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493.

Seniors’ Support TV Show
Watch “Seniors’ Support” on YourTV. All episodes have interesting guests on topics seniors care about. This show is co-produced by the Executive Directors of Prince Edward Community Care and Community Care for South Hastings. Check your local YourTV cable listings for when it will be shown.