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Community Connections is a pilot program operating within St. Albert and the Sturgeon Region (its municipalities and little hamlets, which is currently assisting seniors stay in their home by helping them access nutritious, low-cost food, a free ride to essentials, and a weekly visit. Registration into each of the 3 services is required.

Cruz Pinzon is the manager of this program. She can be reached at:
(780) 459-0433, ext. 204; (780) 485-7761 (direct); or by email at: cruz.pinzon@stalbertseniors.ca

Essential Transportation includes rides to medical appointments within the municipalities and into Edmonton, as well as rides to buy groceries for self or for your pets, rides to church, rides for medication pick-ups, and rides to leisure activities, anything that help a senior stay healthy, active, and independent.

Contact Cruz and she’ll hand you a volunteer application package, after explaining what your role might look like. Bring your vehicle registration and proof of insurance with you for Cruz to photocopy.

If driving Meals on Wheels: be available at least every 2 weeks (Fridays mornings, between 10am-1pm).
If driving to essentials: be available for at least 2 drives a month. You determine the days and times, and how far you are comfortable driving into.
If visiting a senior: be available at least 2 hours per week (1 hour for visit and another hour driving time).

You have options for this: go St. Albert Seniors Association’s website, locate Community Connections and you are able to order from there. You must be able to pay with a credit card. Another option is placing an order with our front-desk. The third option is calling Cruz directly to ext. #4

A friendly visitor engages the visited senior(s) in activities of the senior’s choice. Ideas for activities are suggested on the training manual handed to the volunteers. Prior to assignment, Social Worker Cruz visits the senior(s) to complete home assessments for proper volunteer-senior matching.

Friendly Visitors and Essential Transportation drivers who will be one-on-one with seniors need to obtain a vulnerable sector’s check from the RCMP detachment. Cruz will hand you a letter of introduction to bring to the RCMP.

Preferably over 18th (unless accompanied by parents/guardians if under 18th ). If visiting a senior, volunteers need to have access to a vehicle or a bus pass.

No, as they are only driving and delivering a product, not a person, and are not expected to go beyond the delivery of the meals to the front of seniors’ home doors.

There is no remuneration for volunteering; however, mileage is paid for driving Meals on Wheels, as well as for driving to seniors homes for a visit, and for driving seniors to medical appointments or any other essential.

Contact Cruz Pinzon, manager of Community Connections at (780) 459-0433, ext. 204 or by email: cruz.pinzon@stalbertseniors.ca to see if you qualify for the Friendly Drives Program. Cruz will guide you through the application process and/or suggest other transportation options for you if you don’t meet the program’s criteria.

A systems navigator provides one-on-one confidential assistance and support, including the completion of forms, social and recreational opportunities, housing exploration, accessing personal care services, and referrals.

Eligible seniors can access a variety of financial and health support programs, such as Alberta Seniors Benefits, the Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program, and other financial assistance programs for seniors. Seniors with low incomes can receive financial assistance to help with monthly living expenses.

The Lockbox program is free for seniors (65 and over) who reside in St. Albert in a single-family dwelling.

The outreach worker assists seniors in submitting documents online for Alberta Seniors’ financial assistance.

The outreach worker works closely with SAIF Society. Seniors experiencing abuse are referred to the SAIF Society Elder Abuse Program.

By reaching out to the center for appointments @ 780.459.0433 ext 210, walk-ins or by email clare.mbong@stalbertseniors.ca

Alberta Seniors Benefits provide premium-free coverage for prescription drugs and other health-related services not covered under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan. Eligible seniors can get help covering the cost of basic dental and optical services.

The outreach worker helps seniors explore housing options through Homeland Housing and assists seniors in applying for the Rental Assistance Benefit. The outreach worker also assists seniors with referrals through the Continuing Care Access Program.

Yes, the outreach worker connects/provides seniors with housekeeping and snow removal resources.

No. Anyone can attend our events, however, members do receive a discount.

Yes. Please call to inquire. You can also visit our Facility Rentals Page

Yes, we can cater birthdays, weddings, or any other special event you are hosting.  Please call our events manager for bookings.

Yes, anyone can come and enjoy the café.  Even kids.

Our restaurant is open weekdays from 9:00 am till 2:00 pm daily

Our chef has a variety of meals he can serve gluten free.  If we don’t have on menu, please ask your server.

Liver and Onions is served on Thursday weekly from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Yes, we can make any order to go, and we have frozen meals available to purchase.

Yes, we have vegetarian options on our menu.

Yes, the menu changes daily as well as the soup options.

Yes, we have many available drink options to purchase at lunchtime.

Yes, just call and speak to the kitchen manager and we can reserve you a table for your group.

Yes, a criminal record check is required because some volunteer roles may involve handling cash or working one-on-one with seniors, ensuring the safety and trust of everyone involved.

You get to be part of the St. Albert community and help seniors overcome isolation while contributing to meaningful programs and activities.

Yes, you can apply either online through our website or in person by visiting our centre.

On your first day, you’ll receive training from either a staff member or an experienced volunteer to help you get started confidently.

Volunteers must be 18 or older, as the role involves responsibilities and interactions with seniors.

Yes, you can choose your schedule based on your availability. Simply let us know your preferred hours and inform us if you’re planning any vacations.

Absolutely. We provide in-house training and online courses, especially for kitchen roles. Experienced volunteers and staff members are also available to guide you.

Volunteers are expected to follow the Volunteer Code of Conduct, assist others when needed, and responsibly complete their assigned tasks.

On your first day, you’ll receive a card with a unique barcode. Use it to log your hours at our computer station. If you encounter any issues, the volunteer coordinator or front desk staff can assist you.

Yes, volunteering offers excellent benefits, including networking, building new skills, gaining career experience, and forming meaningful connections. It’s a rewarding way to give back while growing personally and professionally.

You can share your experiences by talking to others, providing feedback to our team, and documenting your activities with photos, depending on the department you’re volunteering in.