Aboriginal Senior Resource Centre

HISTORY:
Aboriginal Senior Resource Centre, or ASRC was first Established in 2004 and later became incorporated in 2005. Winnipeg's Aboriginal Senior/Elder Group was instrumental in helping create ASRC as it was part of their mandate to utilize Elders as role models in the community and to pass on traditional and cultural information to the younger generations. GUIDING PRINCIPALS:
Aboriginal Senio

rs & Elders have the right to be part of the decision making process on all matters that affect their lives and the community. OUR GOALS & OBJECTIVES:
Our goal is to improve the health & well-being of Aboriginal Seniors in Winnipeg. We aim to do this by:
- Increasing access to information, resources and supports for the aboriginal seniors
- Creating opportunities for active involvement within the community as a means of achieving physical, emotional, mental and spiritual balance
- Providing opportunities for Aboriginal Seniors to pass on their traditional values & historical knowledge to our younger generations
- Creating an environment where Aboriginal Seniors can celebrate their uniqueness and build stronger community friendships

PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES:
- Exercise
- Music
- Traditional Arts & Crafts
- Sewing
- Woodworking
- Healthy Living Series Workshops
- Sharing Circles
- Addictions Circles
- Cultural Teachings
- Annual Boat Cruise
- Elders Council
- Birthday Celebrations
- Elder Training
- Outreach Services
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Community Referrals