Surrey residents invited to share a life story
Surrey SHARES is recruiting for eight-week goal-setting, storytelling program Facilitators of a program that launched with an aim to connect…
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SHARING Stories and Connecting Community
Stories, are what connect us to one another, they are a way to educate others, share lessons, invite conversation and…
The SISSIP Network Project Announces Seed Grants, for promoting intercultural inclusion and engagement for Seniors 55+,in Surrey
The Surrey Intercultural Seniors Social Inclusion Partnership (SISSIP) Network is pleased to announce a Call for Proposals for six Seed…
Birds of a Feather Flock Together
The weather is starting to turn poor, but that doesn’t mean your birding adventures have to stop here! Long-time Seniors’…
Double Celebrations: National Seniors Day coupled with SETT crossing the 100 mark
On the occasion of National Seniors Day, PICS along with Surrey-wide seniors joined in to celebrate the day. The participants…
National Truth and Reconciliation Day: A day to reflect, learn and commemorate
The SISSIP Network would like to commemorate and honour the lives of the lost children and survivors of Canadian Residential…
Do you have a story to share?
Surrey S.H.A.R.E.S (Sharing, Heartfelt, Achievement, Resilience, Empowerment and Stories) was designed to connect communities through storytelling and has a strong…
“A weight has been taken from my shoulders.”
Sam, a senior living in South Surrey, called Sources looking to sign up for the Shop by Phone program. His…
“I feel like I am contributing something…”
When asked why he continues to participate in the calls, this is what James answered. And his comment was echoed…
‘Garden of Generations’ planted at Surrey park by senior/youth volunteers
Senior and youth volunteers worked together to plant a new garden at a Surrey park on Earth Day, and the…
Senior and Youth Volunteers Sow the Seeds of Intergenerational Connection at Unwin Park
Senior and youth volunteers from across Surrey came together to launch “The Garden of Generations” at Unwin Park on April 22 and 23. Following…
Dial-in phone program keeps Surrey-area seniors connected
Seniors’ Centre Without Walls has February calendar filled with events Seniors’ Centre Without Walls is gaining momentum with Surrey-area seniors…
Surrey seniors learn computer basics in free, five-week class held online
iPads are available for loan during Seniors Engagement Through Technology sessions Surrey-area seniors are learning more about computer technology during…
Surrey SHARES Update
Surrey SHARES (a program dedicated to improving the well-being of “SENIORS” through Life Coaching and Storytelling) has started off the…
A special thank you to an anonymous donor…
During the holiday season and especially during these challenging times, one small act of kindness can go a long way.…
Surrey seniors connect through storytelling on video
Decades ago, when Surrey senior Valerie Nielsen got the opportunity to emigrate and chose to leave England in search of…
Connecting Generations – Supporting Vulnerable Seniors and Youth
In Spring 2020, City of Surrey launched Connecting Generations, a program designed to connect seniors and youth in an…
Culturally safe long-term care beds coming to Surrey
SURREY – To support seniors who are no longer able to live in the community, the Province through Fraser Health,…
‘We need you every day’: Phone-based art class keeps seniors connected during pandemic Social Sharing
A new Surrey-based initiative to reach seniors at home arrived at just the right time When COVID-19 reached British Columbia…
Seniors Community Hub Now Offering Services in Surrey
The Sources Community Seniors Hub will provide services at 2 existing Sources locations: Wednesday 9am-4pm at Sources Food Bank –…
Surrey SHARES Program Returns
Recruiting is underway for the second round of a program aimed at Surrey seniors who are interested in learning about…
‘Incredible’ response to Surrey storytelling program for seniors prompts repeat
Surrey SHARES aims to teach public speaking, share personal stories Recruiting is underway for the second round of a program…
How the SISSIP Network is supporting seniors through the pandemic
In Quarter One (April to June) of 2020-21, the project focused on supporting the immediate needs of seniors through existing services…
Surrey seniors call Seniors’ Centre Without Walls, a new-to-B.C. program
‘Crazy coincidence’ saw program connect soon after COVID-19 pandemic hit Surrey and White Rock seniors are dialing up a unique…
Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS) honored to accept in-kind donations in the amount of nearly $100,000 from IKEA Canada.
Surrey, BC- On May 26, 2020, Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS) was honored to accept in-kind donations in the…
SENIORS SCENE: Wide range of supports available for seniors
Credits, refunds offered following spring program cancellations I am so happy to share that the Kent Street Centre Dance committee…
Ottawa announces one-time payment for seniors to offset COVID-19 expenses
A one-time tax-free payment of $300 will be given to seniors eligible for the Old Age Security pension and an…
Seniors sought for Surrey storytelling program
Free 16-week course to teach public speaking and more Applications are now open for a program aimed at Surrey seniors…
New Horizons for Seniors Program projects can now be used for COVID-19 support
During the COVID-19 pandemic, seniors may feel lonely, scared and disconnected from their loved ones and their communities. They need…
Working during the Pandemic
In mid-March, as we started to receive news of reports from China and Europe, COVID 19 began to be a…
Minister Schulte announces investments of over $9 million for seniors across British Columbia at PICS
On March 2, 2020, the Honourable Deb Schulte, Minister of Seniors, visited PICS to officially announce the Surrey Intercultural Seniors…
Seeking Seniors Inputs
On Feb. 13, 2020 PICS conducted a seniors focus group at our Independent Living Centre as part of our needs…
The SISSIP Network has its Founding Meeting
On October 22, 2019, Satbir Cheema the CEO of the Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS) welcomed representatives from the…
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