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River East Council for Seniors



720 Henderson Highway
Winnipeg, MB R2K 0Z5
Ph: 667-6812 Fax:661-0750

Debbie Wolfson, Resource Coordinator
Pat Ross, Chairperson
recs@mts.net



Who we are . . .
The River East Council for Seniors is a non-profit/non partisan organization consisting of individuals from agencies/groups currently providing services to seniors within the Council's catchment area ( R2G, R2K and R2L).

The Council exists to assist individuals ages 55+ in maintaining or enhancing as independent a life style as possible. The goals are:

  • To provide a forum for the discussion of needs, services and issues of relevance to Seniors in River East.
  • To provide public information on resources available in the area.
  • To identify service gaps and assist in coordinating an appropriate response.

Issues of interest to the Council include:
Transportation, housing, congregate meal programs, neighbourhood safety and anything else of concern to seniors in the area.

What we do. . .
The council meets once a month to hear from guest speakers, discuss issues and to make plans  for the future.

Support Services for Seniors include:

  • River East Meal Program, 1100 Henderson Hwy
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  • Parkside Plaza Meal Program, 1630 Henderson Highway
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  • River East Rides for Seniors
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  • Daily Hello Program
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  • Information and Referral
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    • E.R.I.K. (Emergency Response Information Kit)
    E.R.I.K. has been developed by a community Advisory Council, established in response to community concerns regarding the availability of adequate information in emergency situations. All area emergency groups have endorsed this program. Once completed, the kit provides the necessary information for emergency personnel to respond quickly to your situation. Go

    Volunteer Opportunities

    Rides for Seniors:
    Volunteer drivers are needed to drive seniors to doctors appointments, shopping and other outings. Volunteers use their own vehicles. Gas and parking expenses are covered.

    Daily Hello Program:
    Volunteers are needed to make calls from their own homes to seniors living in the community for the purpose of checking on their wellbeing and sharing some brief news or encouragement. Volunteers will receive orientation and ongoing supervision and support.

    Meal Programs:
    The Council manages two congregate meal programs for seniors in the community. Volunteers may assist with meal preparation, serving of the meal, and/or clearing dishes and kitchen clean up.

    River East Congregate Meal Program is located @ 1100 Henderson Hwy. Meals are served Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Noon.

    Parkside Plaza Meal Program is located @ 1630 Henderson Hwy. Meals are served Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at Noon.


    For further information on any of these volunteer positions, or on council services please contact:

    Debbie Wolfson
    Resource Coordinator
    River East Council for Seniors
    720 Henderson Highway
    Winnipeg, MB. R2K 0Z5
    667-6812



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