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BOW CLIFF'S THANKFULNESS BOARD

Down below, share something you are thankful for!

Click the pink plus sign on the bottom right hand corner, and write some positive thoughts. You can remain anonymous, or you can sign your name! All comments will be monitored.

To maintain the safest environment possible for our members and staff in this declared state of emergency

BOW CLIFF SENIORS HAS SUSPENDED ALL PROGRAMS, CLASSES AND RENTALS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

This includes ALL art, exercise, music, bridge and lunch and drop-in programs.

The center will be closed until further notice. The office will be responding to e-mails and voice messages as quickly as possible.

For urgent matters, please contact John @ 403.614.7365, Angela @ 250.775.0101, or Holly @ 403.700.3528.

Please stay safe and follow Alberta Health Services direction and guidelines:

https://www.alberta.ca/coronavirus-info-for-albertans.aspx#p22780s5

A Poem

By Derk Doornbos

Oh, pandemic loosen your odious grip

For Linda is deprived of her daily trip

She yearns for Bowcliff and its echoing hall

To hug and be hugged by all

Oh, odious pandemic so mean

She must help with lunches and dishes clean

She misses, Sally, Carla, Gail and Jean

And in the doorways of Angela Holly and John to Lean

Monthly “Social” meals go uncooked

To 3375 Spruce Drive Linda is hooked

But daily myriad phone calls must suffice

And the Hallmark channel has become a vice

Jigsaw puzzles and books are what she’s got

As the weekly Bridge games are not

Of Covid 19 she does a grouse

Oh Pandemic release her from the house

JOIN AMICA ASPEN WOODS FOR A VIRTUAL HOW-TO ON FLOWER ARRANGING.

Click HERE to see some beautiful flower arrangements.

STAY CONNECTED

See below for links to activity sites and other things to keep you busy.

To participate in an online chat with other members, click HERE

Mental Health Supports

TEXT4HOPE: Supporting Mental Health and Wellness in a Time of Stress and Isolation. The Mental Health Foundation along with other organizations have created a free service to provide people with daily advice and encouragement. Click HERE to see their website and instructions on how to subscribe.

If you need mental health support with someone over the phone, the Calgary Distress Center is offering help over the phone or online: HERE

Do you need some Good News?

Actor John Krasinski has put together a video full of good stories from around the world. Click HERE to watch and enjoy!

Also, the Good News Network publishes positive stories daily: HERE

FIND TIME TO RELAX

It is very important to find time to relax your body and your mind. Find a comfortable chair, sit and take some deep breaths. You can even listen to the video below of Birds and a Calming stream.

OR, YOU CAN EXPLORE

One of the greatest gifts of this "lockdown" has been the opportunity to notice nature again. Here is an article all about the beauty found in our world: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/may/16/nature-lockdown-summer-holidays

Click HERE to see what we have for Tour and Travel - Online!

REMEMBER TO

BREATHE

Breathing deeply helps us calm our Autonomic Nervous System, which is in charge of our stress response.

Take care of yourself, and take some time now to breathe.

via GIPHY

A MESSAGE FROM DIANE SMITH, OUR MINDFUL MOVEMENTS AND TEA INSTRUCTOR:

I have been teaching meditation at Bow Cliff Seniors for over 3 years. I love teaching, listening and learning from everyone - especially seniors.

I have deep desire to develop more community and connection. Please join us with a cup of tea on Tuesday afternoons online from 2-3pm and, for Women only, Fridays 10-11am.

If you are interested, please contact Angela Roberts at angela@bowcliffseniors.org, and she will give you more information.

Namaste,

Diane Smith.

REMEMBER TO LAUGH!

Laughter is the BEST medicine! It helps us deal with stressful times. Here are some FUN videos to make you smile! Click HERE for more funny videos!

COMMUNITY RESOURCES:

Calgary Transit Changes: http://www.calgarytransit.com/
Age Friendly Calgary Resources: Essential phone numbers for seniors: HERE
Alberta Health Services Help in Tough Times: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/amh/Page16759.aspx
PLEASE BE AWARE OF ONLINE SCAMS AS WELL AS PHONE-CALL SCAMS: https://globalnews.ca/news/6692519/coronavirus-phone-scam-alberta-health-credit-card/
Kerby Center has a Seniors Hotline: HERE
Grocery Stores: click HERE to see a list of grocery stores in SW Calgary, their hours, and special services.
City of Calgary - Seniors Services + Resources https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/CNS/Pages/Seniors/Seniors-Programs-Services.asp
Q & A Regarding Senior's Housing: HERE

City of Calgary's Community Resources Page: HERE
Financial Supports for People Impacted by COVID-19: HERE
Alberta.ca - COVID-19 info for Albertans: https://www.alberta.ca/coronavirus-info-for-albertans.aspx?fbclid=IwAR25qtmBm0RXteG53o-hCFahlQRQoi8DBUxiTta3Tndc-spjIUH3dYThH2Q

STAY SAFE ONLINE:

When using online activities over this next few weeks, here are some suggestions to keep yourself safe:

Before discussing the online activities available for seniors, it’s important to take a moment to talk about safety.

Oscar Senior is a communication platform that can help you stay in touch with your family + friends, have fun online in a safe space, and learn about technology: https://www.oscarsenior.com/

Remember: