by SOS69 | Dec 12, 2023 | Blog, news
We wanted to provide some updates on our XYZ Generations Adults Group:
- We have changed the name of the group: Mixers for the Middles!
- We hosted a Foraging Tour led by Vancouver Island Tours. The weather turned out perfectly for this amazing forest walk in Coombs, where we learned what to put in our salads (year-round!) what we can pick to eat or drink, and how to make a natural, bubbly juice!
- We aim to hold events for the group quarterly throughout the year.
- We plan to run a Ticket to Ride Game in February 2024.
- If you’re interested in finding out the details for our next quarterly XYZ Generations event, follow our social media pages or sign up for our E-newsletters on our website homepage. www.sosd69.com.
by SOS69 | Nov 17, 2023 | Blog
Read about the recent Impact we’ve had on community with your support!
Inside you’ll read about the milestones we’ve celebrated, our XYZ Generations pilot project, our new Intergenerational Family Night, Christmas program information, and more.
Click here to read the Fall 2023 Impact Report
by SOS69 | Sep 22, 2023 | Blog, news
Join us on Saturday October 21 from 9:00 a.m. to noon, at the SOS Community Services Centre in Parksville for a free seminar about how to prepare for your personal and financial needs as you navigate the aging journey.
Learn from and ask questions of an esteemed group of experts on topics such as:
- Brain and Memory Health
- Physical, Emotional, and Social Wellbeing
- Aging in Place – home care and other available community resources
- Will Planning – what should your will contain
- Choosing your Power of Attorney and Executor
- Writing your Personal Directive (will also touch on MAID – Medical Assistance in Dying)
- Planning ahead for your End of Life arrangements
- Leaving a Legacy
Complimentary refreshments will be available and a door prize will be drawn at the end of the seminar.
Registration starts Monday, Sept. 25.
Click here to register
Pre-register for this free seminar by October 19, 2023 – capacity limited to the first 50 registrants.
For health and safety reasons, please be scent-aware.
by SOS69 | Sep 15, 2023 | Blog, news
Date: Thursday, Sept. 21. Location: SOS Thrift Shop, 188 Hirst Ave. W. Parksville.
Time: 10 am-3 pm.
SOS Thrift Shop has been at its current location on Hirst Avenue for 20 years and it continues to be the main funder of all SOS programs and services. It is a community hub, created by community, supported by community, and benefiting our community’s residents.
Shoppers and guests are encouraged to wear ‘60s themed clothing and accessories to celebrate the initial opening of SOS Thrift Shop in 1969, and 20 years at 188 Hirst Ave. W. in Parksville.
There will be cake, complimentary hot dogs and popcorn, spin-the-wheel for prizes, special sales and live music outside from 2-3 pm.
Come celebrate the incredible impact SOS Thrift Shop has made in the lives of local children, youth, families, adults and seniors thanks to community support!
A big shout out to our media partners The Beach 88.5, The Lounge 99.9 and The Parksville Qualicum Beach News, and our sponsor, Quality Foods.
by SOS69 | Sep 15, 2023 | Blog, news
Ramblers Band is hosting its 4th benefit concert for SOS! Take in some great live music and support local children and youth in the community by attending this show on Saturday, Sept. 16! See the poster for details.
Read an article in the PQB News about the concert by clicking here.
