St. Paul’s L’Amoreaux Centre is set to host another Companion Connections, a social networking event designed for adults 55 years and older on Saturday, April 17th from 2:00-5:00 pm. Promoted across the GTA, Companion Connections is a unique experience that enables participants to meet new people and make social connections. A strong network of family and friends promotes healthy aging physically, emotionally and mentally. As people get older, it becomes more challenging to expand social networks and meet new people. Single men in particular gain many positive health benefits from social events and community engagement. Companion Connections is a fun, relaxed, and safe environment to meet other single mature adults.
Companion Connections is modeled on a typical speed dating framework in which participants are given time to get to know each other in a relaxed conversation. Icebreaker questions are available for those who are nervous or shy. Men rotate seats every 6 minutes while women remain seated. If an individual is interested in their conversation partner, he or she will check off the person’s name on their score sheet. Contact information will only be given if both parties have checked off each other’s name.
Companion Connections is a collaboration among several community agencies, seniors’ centres, and business partners across the GTA.
Registration will be on a first come, first served basis. St. Paul’s will not be reserving spaces. The last day to register for this event is Friday, April 2, 2010. For more information, please call 416-493-3333 ext 271 or visit our website at www.splc.ca
