Mobile Testing at SPLC
We are grateful for the Scarborough Health Network for bringing a dedicated Pop-Up COVID-19 Assessment Centre to SPLC’s buildings so that residents, tenants, and staff can choose to be tested.
While there have been no reported cases of COVID-19 at our buildings, this is an opportunity for testing to be done to ensure the continued safety and wellbeing of our community. Testing is important to preventing spread of the virus because even people who are asymptomatic can spread COVID-19.
This opportunity for testing will also help build confidence among the SPLC community for the reopening of on-site programs and services.
SPLC will be sharing instructions with residents, tenants, and staff on how to get tested at the pop-up testing centre.
SPLC Virtual Walk
Thank you to everyone who participated in the SPLC Virtual Walk for Seniors! While we missed our big in-person walk through the community this year, we hope that this year’s virtual walk encouraged everyone to get active.
Funds raised from the walk will help SPLC continue delivering critical supports to seniors. Throughout the pandemic our teams have developed creative ways to reach out to seniors to keep them healthy and active, and we created new programs, too. All of this has been offered free to seniors and caregivers.
Here’s a photo of SPLC’s lead for Information Management and Development Tony Lee on his walk and a photo from a board member, Ching Huang’s family on a socially distant hike.
New Virtual Programs
As our community moves into different phases of the pandemic, SPLC is preparing for the reopening of certain programs and services to be delivered in-person. However, as COVID-19 continues to spread in communities across Ontario, we must remain vigilant and prioritize the health and safety of the seniors we support, as well as SPLC staff and volunteers. SPLC will notify its community when program changes are made.
Recognizing the need and importance of programs for seniors, SPLC has added a series of new virtual programs to our current roster of programs and services.
Upcoming Zoom Workshop: Building Resilience During COVID-19
Join us for a one-hour session about building personal resilience during times of physical distancing. Care Managers at SPLC have been providing individual and group support to older adults since the beginning of the pandemic. During this presentation, you will learn about tips and resources to stay engaged from SPLC Care Manager. There will also be an informal discussion amongst participants to ask questions and share their knowledge and experiences.
- Cantonese session on Tuesday, July 28 at 10am -11am
Speaker: Pamela Wong, SPLC Care Manager - English session on Wednesday July 29 at 1pm - 2pm.
Speaker: Kanchan Pathak, SPLC Care Manager - Mandarin session on Tuesday, August 25, 2020 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Speaker: Tracy Yuan, SPLC Program Worker
To register please Email Tracy at tracyy@splc.ca or call at 416 493 3333 ext229
Active Living Programs
From Motivational Mondays, Funny Fridays, Zoom yoga, and piano lessons, there is something for everyone. Check the calendar for upcoming events.
Check out these new virtual programs.
- Motivational Mondays Via E-mail
Start your Mondays off on a positive note. Read an inspiring affirmation or motivational quote via e-mail. - Art Classes
This month join an SPLC art class and get creative by learning how to draw different flowers. Follow a step-by-step drawing tutorial via YouTube link. - English Conversation Circle
Want to connect and meet new friends? Join our virtual meeting through Zoom and share interests, current events, and most of all, fun and laughter. Engaging in a conversation online to build our communication skills is important in creating better relationships, a meaningful and productive life with family, friends, and community. - Virtual Tour Thursdays
Explore amazing sights and wonderful areas of Canada in the comfort of your own home. It's simple: sign up to receive a link in your e-mail with the title of the weekly excursion every Thursday. https://www.splc.ca/events/virtual-tour-thursdays - Funny Fridays
What better way to end off the week than with laughter? Our Active Living Centre is having some fun spreading the joy of laughter every week. Sign up to receive an e-mail with a joke every Friday, share it with family and friends. https://www.splc.ca/events/funny-fridays - Zoom Yoga
Inhale….exhale! Get ready to relax your body and mind in the comfort of your home with SPLC’s new Active Living Centre Zoom Yoga classes. There will be three Friday sessions on July 17, 24, 31. https://www.splc.ca/events/zoom-yoga - Piano Lessons
For July and Aug, SPLC is offering digital piano lessons through WhatsApp. These one-on-one sessions in Chinese are available to Active Living Centre members who have a basic level of piano playing skills.
Previous SPLC Community Update (June 25, 2020)
