I am so thankful that I met you at the display in Grant Park Mall when I first moved to Winnipeg 5 years ago! Recently retired when I moved here, I knew one couple, and was attracted to the city by its affordability and rich cultural opportunities. Until I met you, I did not know that Winnipeg was also a source of a multitude of valuable resources for seniors!
Because of you, I connected to the Charleswood 55+ Seniors Centre. That is a tremendous organization keeping seniors connected, fit and inspired. I have made many good acquaintances and several friends through that club.
Because of you, I encountered the Winnipeg Leisure Guide. Through that service, I learned to cook East Indian food, took up line dancing and took painting lessons. Actually, line dancing and painting continue to be my favourite past-times.
Because of you, I made a good friend with my 94 year old next door neighbour. You alerted me to some event in town, and I invited her to go to it with me. We hardly knew each other at the time, but have become fast friends since. That has been one of the greatest gifts!
Because of you, my friend was introduced to the Internet and how to use an iPad. That has made an amazing difference in her life! She uses it mainly for email and texting, but it has brought her closer to her nephew and his wife, who are her primary caregivers. She can also watch YouTube videos and project from the iPad to the TV! As more things require online connections for making appointments, she is able to work with that.
I look forward to your email updates. The jokes are great. The list of services provide a good reminder of what is available. The alerts for events and workshops open new worlds for me. The fact that you continued this through the COVID lockdown made me feel still connected to our community.
Because of you and your service and hard work, I do not feel isolated or lonely. Thank you.
