Programs
Older Adult 55+ Programs
Connect in the city.
The Social Participation Resource Guide provides older adults (55+) information on how to access various programs and services within the City of Hamilton.
Download Guide or pick up a copy at any Hamilton Recreation Centre.
Program registration starts at 8 am on June 7
Summer programs will be available for review starting May 1, 2023.
Registered programs for Summer 2023 are scheduled to begin July 3, 2023
Celebrate Seniors Month with Recreation!
FREE activities, programs and workshops for adults 55+, offered by Recreation division and community partners, across the City of Hamilton.
| Date | Activity Name & Presenter | Time | Location |
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| 2-Jun-23 | Fraud and Scams presented by Hamilton Police Services | 10am - 12pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 5-Jun-23 | Guided Painting | 6 - 8pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 5-Jun-23 | Try it Fitness - Cardio Balance and Strength | 1 - 2pm | Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre |
| 5-Jun-23 | Gardening Workshop | 10am - 12pm | Ancaster Seniors Achievement Centre |
| 5-Jun-23 | Help with Tech (connect to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and navigate apps) | 1 - 2pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 6-Jun-23 | Nordic Walking REG | 1 - 2pm | Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre |
| 6-Jun-23 | Scapbook card making and knitting/games at the Inclusion Coffee House | 10am - 1pm | Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre |
| 6-Jun-23 | Card Playing | 10:30am - 12:30pm | Valley Park Community Centre |
| 7-Jun-23 | Planting the Seeds of Belonging Workshop presented by Neighbour to Noeghbour Hamilton Community Food Centre | 11am - 1pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 7-Jun-23 | Open Tech Help | 11am - 12pm | Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre |
| 7-Jun-23 | Mental Health and Older Adults presented by Canadian Mental Health | 1 - 3pm | Bennetto Community Centre |
| 7-Jun-23 | Guided Painting | 1:30 - 3:30pm | Huntington Park Recreation Centre |
| 7-Jun-23 | Lobby Games | 3 - 4pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 7-Jun-23 | Summer Programs Registration online | 8:00 AM | |
| 8-Jun-23 | Try it Fitness - Yoga Introduction | 1 - 2pm | Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre |
| 8-Jun-23 | Planting the Seeds of Belonging Workshop presented by Neighbour to Neighbour Hamilton Community Food Centre | 1 - 3pm | Bennetto Community Centre |
| 8-Jun-23 | Webinar - Credits, benefits and other programs available to support lower-income seniors in Ontario presented by the Ministry of Finance | 2 - 3pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 9-Jun-23 | Try it Fitness - Cardio Dance | 11:30am - 12:30pm | Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre |
| 9-Jun-23 | Story Walk presented by Hamilton Public Library | Sackville Seniors Centre | |
| 9-Jun-23 | Try it Fitness - Chair Yoga | 1:30 - 2:30pm | Huntington Park Recreation Centre |
| 12-Jun-23 | Tech Time - How to take pictures, edit and share on your phone or device | 1 - 2pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 12-Jun-23 | iPad 101 | 1:30 - 2:30pm | Bennetto Community Centre |
| 13-Jun-23 | Card making | 10:30am - 12:30pm | Valley Park Community Centre |
| 13-Jun-23 | Clutter relief service presented by Judy Anne Rickey | 1 - 3pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 13-Jun-23 | Second Wind Concert (non-perishable food donation requested for admission) | 1:30pm | Ancaster Seniors Achievement Centre (Grand Hall) |
| 14-Jun-23 | Card making workshop | 10:30am - 12:30pm | Ancaster Seniors Achievement Centre (Lobby) |
| 14-Jun-23 | Lobby Games | 3 - 4pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 15-Jun-23 | Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra | Sackville Seniors Centre | |
| 16-Jun-23 | Card making | 9:30 - 11am | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 16-Jun-23 | Card making | 1:00 - 3:00pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 16-Jun-23 | Card making | 11am - 12pm | Dundas |
| 16-Jun-23 | Tai Chi | 1:30 - 2:30pm | Valley Park Community Centre |
| 19-Jun-23 | Mental Health and Older Adults presented by Canadian Mental Health | 10am - 12pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 19-Jun-23 | Tech Time Help | 1:30 - 2:30pm | Bennetto Community Centre |
| 20-Jun-23 | Kick-Off Event | ||
| 20-Jun-23 | Card Playing | 10:30am - 12:30pm | Valley Park Community Centre |
| 20-Jun-23 | Coffee with cops - Hamilton Police Services | 11am - 1pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 21-Jun-23 | Games and Crafts | 10:30am - 12:30pm | Ancaster Seniors Achievement Centre (Lobby) |
| 21-Jun-23 | Lobby Games | 3 - 4pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 22-Jun-23 | Dementia Friendly Workshop presented by Alzheimer's Society | 10am - 12pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 22-Jun-23 | Card making | 11:30am - 1pm | Flamborough Seniors Centre |
| 22-Jun-23 | Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra | Sackville Seniors Centre | |
| 23-Jun-23 | Guided Painting | 10am - 12pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 23-Jun-23 | Fraud and Scams presented by Hamilton Police Services | 1 - 3pm | Stoney Creek |
| 26-Jun-23 | Pickleball Clinic | 1:30 - 4pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 27-Jun-23 | Pickleball Clinic | 1:30 - 4pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 28-Jun-23 | Lobby Games | 3 - 4pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 28-Jun-23 | Fraud and Scams presented by Hamilton Police Services | Dundas | |
| 29-Jun-23 | Pickleball Clinic | 1:30 - 4pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
| 30-Jun-23 | Pickleball Clinic | 1:30 - 4pm | Sackville Seniors Centre |
Healthy active aging
Enjoy access to drop-in classes and registered programs specifically designed for older adults.
Older Adult 55+
Virtual Programs
Older Adult programs provide an opportunity to explore new interests in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Programs are led by specialized instructors, developed for individuals 55+ years, and intended for all skill levels.
Virtual Programs are intended for Hamilton residents only, additional fees or restrictions may apply for non residents.
Seniors’ Centre Without Walls provides free recreation programs from the comfort of your home. Join us over the phone for free fitness classes, art programs, brain games, and special guest workshops!
Program Basics
- Programs are multi-person phone conversations (or conference calls).
- No special equipment needed – any phone will do!
- All phone programs are free to Hamilton residents 55+.
- Call yourself in to the program, or we can call you – it’s your choice!
- You are able to hear each other, talk to one another, learn, and/or just have fun!
Registration
Spaces are limited, please call or email to save your spot.
- Call 905-526-4084 or
- email [email protected]
Program Schedule: April 3 to June 25, 2023
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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Special Guests Please call the hotline |
Trivia |
Family Feud |
Face the Music |
Story Break with the |
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Table Topics |
Stretch Your Mind |
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Chair Yoga |
Date Modified
May 31, 2023