Creating networks between our seniors and our community services.

It is argued senior populations are one of the most underserved populations in most communities and subsequently at the highest risk of isolation. ACSA continues their mission to support community networking and socialization with the seniors of Agincourt. ACSA has created a number of different projects to best suit the needs of the community. Offering essential services to Chinese and Tamil seniors, participants can benefit from programs and services they need to keep active lifestyles within their community.

In 2008, ACSA hosted 108 sessions and 21 workshops to over 1000 seniors- it is our goal to create more sustainable networks between our senior population and community services. 

Tamil Seniors Group - Every Wednesday

This program is available to Tamil seniors every Wednesday afternoon in the Dorset Park community- located specifically at 880 Ellesmere Road. It is a seniors group that hosts educational and recreational activities including ESL classes, educational workshops and social events. Programs are facilitated at two levels: Basic and Advances.

For more information contact the Action for Neighborhood Change – Dorset Park office at (416) 332-0997.

Healthy & Happy Friendship Association (Chinese Seniors Group)

Chinese residents from across the Action for Neighborhood Change- Steeles/L'Amoreaux catchment area meet every two weeks to exchange information, take part in workshops of specific interest to seniors and engage in social, interactive activities.

For more information on this program please contact Tracy at (416) 321-6912 Ext. 226.

Chinese Senior ESL (English as a Second Language) Program

This program engages Chinese Seniors in language lessons to enhance their English language skill. Overall, this program is very successful and enhances ACSA's commitment to supporting growth and development of skills for better engagement and partnership of all Agincourt's community members.

Agincourt Seniors Club - Every Friday

Held on Fridays, the Agincourt Seniors Club is open to all seniors regardless of cultural affiliation. This program provides more advanced ESL classes, health workshops and outings in the Toronto area. This program works from a social networking framework- providing information seniors identify as crucial to their needs and building relationships that may not have otherwise been created. ACSA encourages all of the seniors in our community to take part in this exciting workshop.