The Low Impact Functional Exercise program is designed with seniors (55+) in mind. Aiming to improve joint health, range of motion, balance, strength, coordination, and flexibility instructor Cathy Grad leads the group through a one-hour workout involving light weights and resistance bands.

We recognize all bodies are different and all people have different needs, as such exercise adaptations are available to ensure the class meets your needs.

Fee: $2

Also available via ZOOM

Meeting ID: 875 5739 3032
Passcode: senior

Our Chair Yoga program, led by Cathy Grad, is a gentle approach to yoga, helping you stretch and build strength while moving through a variety of poses; both seated and standing. Cathy creates a calming atmosphere, using breathing exercises and mindfulness techniques to promote relaxation, healing, and resiliency.

We recognize all bodies are different and all people have different needs, as such exercise adaptations are available to ensure the class meets your needs.

Fee: $2

Also available via ZOOM

Meeting ID: 875 5739 3032
Passcode: senior

An afternoon of card games, refreshments, and fun. Come for a game of Cribbage, Skip-Bo, or Kitchen Bridge.

Players of all skill levels are welcome.

Fee: $2

A morning of card games, refreshments, and fun. Come for a game of Cribbage, Skip-Bo, or Kitchen Bridge.

Players of all skill level are welcome.

Fee: $2

First played in the 1960’s, Pickleball has recently become a favorite sport among seniors. A racquet sport, similar to tennis or badminton, pickleball will get you on your feet, exercising, and bonding with your peers.

Whether you’re brand new to the game, or just looking for a non-competitive environment to practice your skills, our pickleball program is open to all seniors.

Equipment provided.

Fee: $2

Active living is not just about exercise, it’s also about keeping your brain active and engaged. We bring our Active Living for Seniors program with a half hour of seated exercises, focusing on stretching & strengthening your muscles, followed by social activities, informative presentations or games.

No fee.

Also available via ZOOM

Meeting ID: 875 5739 3032
Passcode: senior

Item descriptionJoin us for an hour of fun and games on ZOOM. We kick the program off with a few rounds of BINGO, followed by 20 – 25 minutes of curated trivia.

No fee.

Zoom

Meeting ID: 875 5739 3032
Passcode: senior

Join us for basic information on different technology related topics and one on one assistance. Bring your device or come just to learn about a new device and how it works.

Topics change for each session - keep an eye on the calendar. If there is a topic you are interested in learning about, please let us know.

Start your Friday off on a high note. We start our indoor walking program off with 15 minutes of seated stretches to get you loosened up, then we put on some music and you are free to walk around the gym at your own pace.

The program is accessible to those with assistive devices.

Fee: $2

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Join our bi-weekly Craft Group for the chance to create, learn, and share with a group of your peers. Knitters of all skill levels welcome.

Contact Kathleen (Executive Director) by phone, 902-410-7162, or email, ed@chebuctolinks.ca, to learn more about the program.

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Access to affordable, healthy food is fundamental to a high quality of life. In partnership with Square Roots - Fairview/Clayton Park, with funding from the United Way, we are please to offer free bi-weekly produce delivery to seniors in the Halifax Regional Municipality.

Through this program participants receive a 10 LB bag of produce (primarily a mix of root vegetables) delievered right to their door.

Join us for a fun and interactive outing to socialize and experience a new part of your city. For more details, contact Trisha: 782-321-9415

The outings are posted on our calendar each month and do require registration.

Are you interested in using your crafting skills to provide for local children?

Look no further than The Knitting Squad. Through partnership with a local elementary school we provide yarn to knitters all over the HRM, which they use to knit mittens for students. These mittens are collected throughout the year for distribution in November.

To arrange a time to pick up yarn, or drop off mittens, please contact the office at 902-422-3525 or email ed@chebuctolinks.ca

Through a partnership with Get Everyone Online Nova Scotia, we are able to provide program participants with support in getting new devices and free internet accounts several times a year.

When devices and internet accounts are made available participants can apply by contacting Kathleen (Executive Director) by email: ed@chebuctolinks.ca or by telephone, 902-410-7162.