Adult & Seniors Programs

• Arrowsmith Community Recreation Association (ACRA): non-profit organization that strives to connect Errington, Coombs, Hilliers, Whiskey Creek, and Meadowood residents through sports, arts, and culture. Provides art classes, music programs, ladies walking groups, and more. arrowsmithrecreation.ca.
• Arrowsmith Lodge & Cokely Manor: Adult Day Program provides a supportive “day away” for people living with dementia. 266 Moilliet St., Parksville, arrowsmithlodge.ca/programs/adult-day-program, (250) 248-4331.
• Churches: Knox, St. Stephen’s, Oceanside Community Church, St. Mark’s, St. Anne’s, St. Columbia, St. Edmund, Salvation Army.
• Coronation St. Social Club: second Thursday each month at Qualicum Beach Legion. (240) 594-1965.
• Forward House: is a non-profit society that provides community-based resources and services to adults needing mental health and/or addiction recovery support. forwardhouse.com/calendar 136 Hirst Ave. E, Parksville, (250) 954-0785.
• Fraternal Order of Eagles (FOE): Membership based: is an international nonprofit organization. (250) 937-8128, 281 Island Hwy E, Parksville.
• Knox United Church: offers a gathering place for members, tai chi, and celebrates special events. kucparksville.ca/events 345 Pym St., Parksville, (250) 248-3927.
• McMillan Arts Centre: offers a variety of exhibitions, workshops, classes, and events for all ages. mcmillanartscentre.com, 133 McMillan St., Parksville, (250) 248-8185.
• Oceanside Choirs: and other singing groups (Songbirds), oceanside-music.ca.
• Oceanside Hospice Society: offers emotional support for bereavement and some activities, such as yoga. 210 Crescent Rd. W., Qualicum Beach, (250) 752-6227, oceansidehospice.com, info@oceansidehospice.com.
• Oceanside Newcomers Alumni Society (ONAS): ONAS’s mission is to foster an environment that encourages the maintenance and development of social contacts, friendships, and interests by creating opportunities for members to participate in club recreational, social, or sporting activities. onasca.wixsite.com/onas, onasqualicumbeach@zohomail.com.
• Parksville Community Centre: weekly coffee and conversation drop-ins from 10am-12pm for women on Fridays and men on Tuesdays. 223 Mills St., Parksville. parksvillecentre.ca, (250) 248-6234, info@parksvillecentre.ca.
• Parksville Golden Oldies Sports Association (POGOSA): $15 membership fee. Seniors can participate in a variety of safe, insured activities that are organized for them. pgosa.org.
• Probus Clubs: a global network of clubs for retired professionals who enjoy social and community activities. parksvilleprobus.ca.
• Parksville Seniors Centre: $20 membership fee. Offers reasonably priced lunches, games, exercises, and special events. parksville-seniors-centre.org, 144 Middleton Ave., Parksville, (250) 586-5999, psadic@psadic.org.
• Qualicum Beach Area Newcomers Alumni (QBANA): meet and make friends and continue friendships through recreational, social, and special interest activities. qbana.ca.
• Qualicum Beach Seniors Centre: $25 membership fee. Offers reasonably priced lunches, activities, events, and higher-end excursions. qbseniors.com, 703 Memorial Ave., Qualicum Beach, (250) 752-0420, QBSeniors@shawbiz.ca.
• Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN): has extensive reasonably priced senior fitness programs. rdn.bc.ca.
• Royal Canadian Legion Parksville: Membership-based: offers games and activities and a low-cost Friday night dinner. (250) 248-5633 or (250) 248-6842, 146 W. Hirst Ave., Parksville, legionbcyukon.ca/branches/mt-arrowsmith-49.
• Royal Canadian Legion Qualicum Beach: Membership-based: offers a variety of activities and special events. (250) 752-9632, 80 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach, legion76.ca.
• Salvation Army Church & Soup Kitchen: provides free hot lunches on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. 187 Alberni Hwy., Parksville, (250) 954-0707, parksvillesalvationarmy.ca.
• Seniors Resource Directory: available in October and May through PQB News hard copy and E-Edition – PQB News (pqbnews.com search for Seniors Resource Directory).
• Stephen’s Church: provides a free lunch on Thursdays and once a month offers a free dinner. 150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach, www.ststephensucqualicum.ca, (250) 752-9831, admin@ststephensucqb.com.
• The Old School House Arts Centre (TOSH): offers a variety of exhibitions, workshops, and classes for all ages. theoldschoolhouse.org, 122 Fern Rd. W., Qualicum Beach, (250) 752-6133.
• Volunteering: is a great way to meet new people, stay active, and make connections. SOS needs change room attendants and cashiers in the Thrift Shop, drivers, friendly visitors, kitchen helpers, and supporting the children, youth, and family programs. sosd69.com/volunteer, (250) 248-2093 ext. 230.

Accessing Additional SOS Support

SOS provides a range of support services to local seniors (aged 65+) who are experiencing two or more of the following vulnerabilities: low to modest income, low to moderate frailty, and social isolation.

Please contact the SOS Administration Office at (250) 248-2093 ext. 0 if you need assistance.