Seniors events

Each December, the Prince George Council of Seniors provides more than 100 hampers to low-income and isolated seniors.

The PGCOS relies on the community for donations of non-perishable foods to fill these annual hampers.

Donations of cash or grocery gift cards for purchasing perishable hamper items are also appreciated, and charitable tax receipts can be issued. All Christmas hamper donations should be dropped off at the PGCOS office (#1055 - 5th Avenue) before December 15th.

The PGCOS office is open weekdays between 10 am and 3 pm.

RADIO PROGRAM -- The Prince George Council of Seniors will be needing co-hosts and production team members in the New Year for a brand new radio program.

If you are 55+ and have previous experience in radio or have a desire to become part of a dynamic new radio venture, contact the PGCOS office at 250 564 5888.

The Golden Age Socials are a tradition in Prince George, and are held one afternoon each month through the winter.

The PGCOS, in partnership with the city and the Civic Centre, is very proud to coordinate these events.

A different host group each month provides an hour of live entertainment followed by delicious refreshments.

The next Golden Age Social will be Wednesday December 14 between 2 and 4 pm.

Elder Citizens Recreation Association's general meeting will be held today 1 p.m.

All members are encouraged to attend. For more information contact 250-561-9381

The annual ECRA Christmas Dinners will be held on Dec. 3 and 5 at 5 p.m.

The price of admission is $16.00 per person. No tickets at the door. Pick up tickets at the office at 1692 10th Ave.

The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is holding a tele-workshop to help families in Prince George discuss dementia with children on Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. Residents can sign up for the free tele-workshop that will explain what children and teens need to know to better understand dementia and offers suggestions on how to help them interact with the person.

Pre-registration is required by Dec. 8.

Visit www.alzheimerbc.org or phone toll-free 1-866-396-2433 to register.

Tele-workshops are learning sessions designed for family caregivers, but also open to health care providers. They can be accessed via telephone, with an optional web component, recognizing that many caregivers are unable to attend in-person workshops.

Participants also have a chance to learn and to share with others who are in similar situations.

For more information on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, visit the Society website at www.alzheimerbc.org.

The Forever Young Chorus and the Gospel Singers present a Family Christmas Concert on Dec. 11 at 2 p.m.

The admission is by donation and children will receive goodie bags.