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City of GP encourages residents 55 and older to learn more about Social Prescribing during upcoming info sessions

The City of Grande Prairie, along with the Grande Prairie Primary Care Network, is inviting residents over the age of 55 to attend upcoming information sessions to learn more about Social Prescribing.

The initiative was launched earlier this year, with the goal of supporting older adults facing social isolation, struggling with their mental health, or having difficulties accessing essential resources.

Grande Prairie Mayor Jackie Clayton calls the program an “innovative step” in addressing the broader needs of the city’s older population.

These information sessions are a great opportunity for older adults and caregivers to learn how to access meaningful community support that can truly enhance quality of life,” she says. 

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Through the program, individuals can connect with a wide range of supports in the community, including social groups and recreational activities, transportation, meal programs, health and wellness opportunities, financial and housing resources, and others.

Residents interested in learning how the program can help them can attend an information session on April 28th- scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Eastlink, or 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., or on May 2nd at Eastlink Centre from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Evening sessions will be available at the Golden Age Centre from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Ethan Montague
Ethan Montague
Reporter/Contributor for MyGrandePrairieNow.com and 104.7 2Day FM. Studied Broadcast News at SAIT. Team member since February 2023.
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