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Green Connections for Adults 55+ has been renewed
Green Connections for Adults 55+ is an inspiring and engaging program building community togetherness.
Green Connections for adults 55+ was launched in the Spring of 2021 thanks to the support of Halton Region Community Investment Fund and the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
The program is aimed to reduce social isolation among older residents in Oakville through a variety of fun, nature-themed events and activities. We wanted to establish a forum for some of the most vulnerable members of our community – for sharing green ideas, learning new skills, and taking action in the community, says Anelia Tichkova, the Manager for Community and School Engagement with Oakvillegreen. We have been providing opportunities for participants to experience the restorative benefits of nature and learn from local experts – horticulturalists, artists, conservationists, and nature-lovers. It has been incredible to see members of the community making new social connections, co-leading events, and joining our team of dedicated volunteers.
The organization has adapted to meet the challenges of the Pandemic by offering a hybrid model of both virtual and in-person programming, including nature-themed workshops, monthly virtual meets, nature walks and forest bathing sessions, tree and perennial plantings, and pollinator garden maintenance.
"I appreciated and enjoyed the 55+ program. It was something to look forward to during the dark days of COVID. The programs were varied and interesting. They gave us things to enjoy, things to uplift, things to share and things to inspire us with the wish to do more, to be more and to help others more. Thank you so much for being there for us.”
- Margaret Larson, Oakville
Through the Green Connections program, we have been able to reach out to many new residents and groups and to build new partnerships with municipal, regional, senior residences, and not-for-profit organizations. It has been wonderful to see many people connecting with Nature in one way or another, feeling hopeful, enthusiastic, and being inspired to take the next step. We, at Oakvillegreen believe that restoring human connections to the natural world nurtures love and care, and leads to conservation and stewardship. These connections make us stronger and happier as a community!
Due to the great success of our first year, we are pleased to be continuing our programs into 2023.
We welcome and support the participation of underrepresented groups and individuals of varying backgrounds and abilities in the Green Connections program. Check our Events Page for dates and details.
If you have any questions about the program, please email Tory Kenny at tory.kenny@oakvillegreen.org or call us at 289-813-1568.
Thank you to our funders, program participants, volunteers, supporters, and community partners!
