You’re Invited to The Gathering Place
A compassionate community for widows of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds
Losing a husband changes life in profound ways—but you don’t have to walk this journey alone. The Gathering Place is a welcoming space where widows can come together to share encouragement, friendship, hope, and compassion.
Whether your loss is recent or years past, you’ll find understanding hearts and meaningful connections here. Together, we’ll support one another, form new friendships, and take steps forward with strength and grace.
Just come and join the group for great conversation, a few laughs, and the support we can give to each other.
MONTHLY GATHERING
- 3rd Thursday of the month
- 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Community Cafe, We Seniors Edmonton – 9629 176 Street NW, Edmonton
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions, please call 780-483-1209 or email in**@*******rs.ca
MESSAGE FROM ELAINE ALTON – Leader of the West Edmonton chapter of Widow to Widow
Friends, I just realized that in a week, it’ll be September . . . SEPTEMBER!! Sigh. Anyway, here’s our update with some activities and events that you might enjoy:
Widow to Widow
Friday, October 2, 11:30 am – Our regular first-Friday gathering at Pat and Mike’s Restaurant. Please let me know by Thursday, September 3 if you’re able to join the group – call me at 780 487 9034; email me at al******@***us.net (or simply reply to this email – but please don’t “reply all.”)
Thursday, October 15, 1:30-3:30 pm – Let’s gather in the Community Café for a quiet afternoon of conversation, visiting, and support. This month, we’ll fulfill our “Service” pillar by assembling donations for the Edmonton Food Bank. Please bring non-perishable food items, or if you prefer, a cheque (payable to Edmonton Food Bank) or cash donation, sealed in an envelope with your name, address, and telephone number on the outside so that the Food Bank can send you a tax receipt.
Thursday, November 19, 1:30 pm – Once again, we are invited to join a session in the Café, entitled Fall Prevention and Safety in the Home. More details will come later. And again, if we prefer not to attend, there will be a quiet space for us to enjoy conversation.
Thursday, December 3, 1:30 pm – we will meet on the first Thursday of December (rather than the third Thursday as we usually do). The WSAC choir has agreed to join us for this occasion to help us get into the Christmas spirit with a program of carols. On this occasion, we will be collecting materials for Hope Mission to help in their work to keep our unhoused friends warm and well during our cold winter. Let’s gather the usual goods – hats, scarves, gloves/mitts, socks (especially socks!), new or gently used sweaters or jackets, infants’ and children’s warm clothing, small bottles of shampoo, bars of soap, women’s hygiene products, disposable razors, small individual packets of dry foods (crackers, cookies, chocolate bars). You may also donate cash or by cheque, (payable to Hope Mission), sealed in an envelope with your name, address, and telephone number on the outside so that Hope Mission can send you a tax receipt). I’ll take all of the donations to Hope Mission on December 3 after our gathering.
Friday, December 4, our regular first-Friday gathering at Pat and Mike’s Restaurant. Please let me know by Thursday, December 3, if you’re able to join the group – call me at 780 487 9034; email me at al******@***us.net (or simply reply to this email – but please don’t “reply all.”)
SAVE THE DATE! Here’s the information for our upcoming 2027 Widow to Widow conference. Stay tuned for more!
WESENIORS
Address: 9629 176 Street
Phone: (780) 483-1209
Website: https://weseniors.ca/
Our Seniors Centre has excellent programming to meet almost every interest! Here are a few of the upcoming events:
Thursday, October 1 – AgeTech Discovery Day – Discover how AgeTech can support older adults, caregivers, and healthy aging.
Friday, October 2 – Silver Tech Summit – Explore innovative ideas and solutions for aging well with opportunities for us to test, discuss, and provide feedback on new technologies.
Active Aging Events
Tuesday, October 6, 1:45 to 4:15 pm, Community Café, Cyber Security.
The internet is a big part of everyday life, from staying connected with family and friends to banking, shopping and accessing important services. But how can you stay safe when using your computer, tablet, or phone? Cost of attending: $3 includes coffee and a treat).
October 7 – 10 to 11:30 am – Wills and Estates – Join us for an informative session on Wills and Estates hosted by the Edmonton Community Foundation. Estate Planning for a Loved One with a Disability How Discretionary Trusts can provide support while protecting government benefits
October 14 – 6 to 6:45 pm – Creating Retirement Income – Retirement Income Blueprint.
FALL FASHION SHOW – SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE
Thursday, October 8, 3:00 – 5:00 pm, $12.00, Gym
Tickets are selling fast, but we still have spots available! Come discover the latest fashions and find your new seasonal favourites. Enjoy a beautiful collection for all sizes and styles, plus gorgeous accessories and shoes to complete your look. Enjoy refreshments and enter to win door prizes while you shop!
Tuesdays, October 13, 20, and 27 – 1 to 3:30 pm; Active Aging series continues with Minding Stress, a three-part series. Stress is a natural part of life, but how we respond to it makes all the difference. Join us for Minding Stress, an engaging and practical three-part series designed to help you understand, manage, and reduce stress through awareness, tools, mindfulness, self-care, and self-management. Contact the center for more information and to register. Cost: $3 per session, including coffee and treats.
Wednesday, October 21, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Boardroom – Get your free flu vaccine at WE Seniors! Our Flu Shot Clinic is hosted by Terra Losa Pharmacy. Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot. Please bring your Alberta Health Care Number and wear short sleeves. Register now and protect yourself this flu season!
In His service,
Elaine
I am only one, but still, I am one. I cannot do everything, but still, I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the something that I can do. Edward Everett Hale