Learn new cooking techniques, share a meal with others and take a meal home for later, limit of 6 participants. We are currently not running this program due to low enrollment. Please call the FCSS office for more information about this program and put your name on a list of interest.
Third Friday of most months at the Seniors Drop-In Centre. The cost is $15 per person, purchase your ticket at the FCSS office. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Simple yet effective exercises for older adults. Emphasize on strength, balance and flexibility. Wednesdays from 10:30 am—11:30 am
Refreshments and snacks, friendly conversation, live musical entertainment and games. Wednesdays 2:00 pm—3:30 pm $3.00 per person. Every third Wednesday of the month is, “Snackers and Crafters,” with a $5.00 charge for those who wish to do the craft. Please call the office to register for the craft project.
A Culinary Voyage! A freshly frozen, affordable, nutritious meal delivered to your home. Because one size doesn’t fit all……many of the meals are different sizes to suit your individual appetite: Mini, Standard, and Hearty meal sizes. And……the nutrition is always right. Each meal is colour coded, so you can choose the meals that best suit your diet. Protein Assist, CarbControl, …
FCSS’ role in this community-partnered program is to recruit, train and schedule volunteer drivers to deliver Meals on Wheels five days a week in the Town of Barrhead. We also act as liaisons for program enquiries. FCSS also advertises the availability of the service in the community. All other facets of this program are administered by Alberta Health Services (AHS). …
Are you struggling to keep up with your chores around the house? Is it getting to be too much for you? FCSS offers light housekeeping for a nominal fee based on your income. Contact our office and speak to the Seniors’ Coordinator for more information and to have her do a home visit. Regularly scheduled basic light housekeeping service is …
Looking for an outing? Need to keep fit, in shape, and flexible? Need to socialize? We have programs for all of these. Keep Connected with others of your similar age through our programs for seniors here at FCSS. Exercise – Weekly on Wednesdays from 10 to 11 am at FCSS. Coffee – Weekly on Wednesdays from 2 to 3:30 pm …
It’s the Neighbourly thing to do! For some, the first snowfall of the year is a welcome event. For others, the first snowfall brings worries of slipping and falling. Snow Angels is an awareness and recognition program encouraging residents to help a neighbour in need with snow removal. Become a Snow Angel – Volunteers are needed to help shovel walks …
Do you feel off balance? Did you know there is a way to improve your balance? FCSS offers a program for seniors 60+ years of age. The facilitator for Build Your Body Balance will show you proper walking techniques to help keep your balance better. This program not only involves techniques, but also teaches the theory involved in improving your …