Research shows that Seniors who participate in programs designed for Seniors can learn to manage and delay the onset of chronic disease and experience measurable improvements in their physical, social, spiritual, emotional, mental, and economic well-being.
JDHSS offers a weekly Seniors program targeting any person age 55 or older. The Senior program aims to address the needs of Seniors, such as staying healthy through Yoga and Indian Classical Dance and Music such as Kathak, learning about scams and frauds targeting Seniors, and how to avoid them. Our program provides guidance on how to use current technology to stay connected with family and friends. All Seniors are eligible to attend this program. This program celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion and encourages members of all communities to participate.
The Seniors Program is designed by Seniors for the benefit of Seniors. The following are some of the focus areas of the Seniors Program. Subject matter experts will be engaged to provide appropriate education.
- Offer classes in computer literacy and the use of communication tools and applications such as emails, online browsing and searching, paying bills, and researching the subjects of their interest. Youth will be engaged to help deliver this education.
- Enable seniors to become independent, establish social relationships with family and friends, and maintain those relationships.
- Promote volunteerism among seniors and youths in our community.
- Provide education in avoiding elder abuse, including financial frauds, scams and abuse.
- Seniors will assist other seniors in providing education on managing finances, avoiding scams, and remaining engaged in the community.
Learn new technology and its applications in their daily life, which will create an environment for healthy living and fight off mental isolation.
Provide Health and Wellness education in Diabetes, Nutrition, Heart and Stroke, Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Mental Health, First Aid, CPR, use of AEDs.
Support Financial security by providing education in Wills, Powers of Attorney, Financial and Investment Management and Estate Planning
Encourage Seniors to share their knowledge, skills and experiences with other Seniors.
For further information and registration, please contact Mohan Bissoondial at 647-769-5961 or Raj Pershad at 416-938-7133.
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This program is funded in part by the Government of Canada’s New Horizon for Seniors Program.
Cultural awareness and tradition are essential in helping young children develop a positive sense of identity and build self-esteem. Studies show that cultural appreciation and understanding contribute to building a positive self-image. Culture and tradition offer a sense of belonging and comfort and serve as an anchor that binds a person to their roots. Having a deep understanding of the connection that one has with the extended members of the culture helps the young ones realize their self-worth.
Teaching about cultures is important because we learn about other people. People were born all over the world, in different lands, with cultures and traditions different from our own, but we all have the same origins. We teach our children about our culture and thoughts by embracing these differences.
We offer weekly cultural classes for children of all ages. These classes run on Sundays between September and June, and we do not offer cultural classes in July and August. Please get in touch with the society for more information.
Yoga has many benefits. It can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve heart health, relieve back pain, reduce inflammation, improve sleep quality, and increase flexibility and balance. Yoga is also known to help with depression and improve mental health.
JDHSS offers a weekly Yoga class for everyone interested in Yoga. The course focuses on beginner’s Yoga and keeps it light so persons of all ages can participate. There is no cost to participate in the program, but we encourage participants to register before joining the program. It helps with communication regarding the Yoga class.
The class schedule is every Saturday from 9 AM to 10 AM.
The Hindu Youth Alliance (HYA), an affiliated organization, plans to offer programs that appeal to our Youth. HYA has a tremendous record of success in holding annual conferences on appropriate subject areas, raising funds for their annual Scholarship Program, and supporting a child in India. They also organize an annual Family Picnic and Sports Day. Check our calendar for events organized by the HYA.
JDHSS periodically organizes programs that appeal to Seniors, holds conferences on various subjects, and invites International Hindu Scholars and leaders to motivate and inspire our youths and devotees. Check our calendar for upcoming events.
