The Mill Woods Seniors Association, a non-profit organization, operates the 2nd Floor Cafe, inside the centre, serving homemade and affordable meals and snacks (like our famous cinnamon buns) for breakfast and lunch. Dine-in or takeout.
Mill Woods Seniors Association is a non-profit organization that relies on fundraising, donations and grants to help bring us continue to provide programs and services to our seniors in Edmonton, AB. We also have a variety of volunteer opportunities.
We are committed to sharing the most up-to-date information on COVID-19 with seniors and our community partners. We update this website, Facebook Page, Twitter, and phone line regularly. Don't forget to join our Weekly E-newsletter List (link below) for the latest news and updates in your inbox.
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MWSA COVID-19 Updates
COVID-19 updates: Effective immediately, the City of Edmonton requires all participants for in-person exercises classes and programs to be physically distanced by 3 FEET, and not congregate in the lobby areas, before and after classes. Please continue to sanitize your hands regularly, and wear a mask at the centre when not participating in a class or dining in the cafe. Most importantly, get your booster shot, if you have not done so already, and stay home if you are sick.
Mandatory Masks Reminder: As mandated by the Government of Alberta, wearing a mask in public facilities, including MWSA is required at all times (with the exception of when eating/drinking, and during exercise classes and sports activities). Please ensure that your mask is worn above the nose, fully covering the mouth, and under the chin. Thank you for your cooperation in helping keep our community safe.
At the time of entry, all visitors must provide proof of vaccination, dated at least 14 days before visiting MWSA.
Members who already have had their vaccination statuses updated will only need to fob in at the Front Desk, i.e scan their card (plastic card with barcode) at the computer station, and not required to bring in their proof each time they visit MWSA
Non-members will need to bring their proof of vaccination each and every time they visit MWSA.
The 2nd Floor Cafe is open for dine-in and takeout (proof of vaccination required)
If you are not able to show proof of vaccination, or cannot wear a face mask, please stay home and participate in our online programming. The health and safety of the members and guests are a top priority. Please stay home (and isolate yourself) if you are sick or have any COVID-19 symptoms. Let's all do our part in keeping each other safe. Thank you for your cooperation.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES AT MWSA:
FACE MASKS: Mandatory, as of Sept 1, 2021. Face masks can be removed when eating/drinking, or during exercise classes.
SCREENING: All guests to complete the Alberta Health COVID-19 Screening questionnaire
HAND HYGIENE: Please wash your hands often, and use the hand sanitizer available throughout the centre, including the Front entrance, Front Desk, lounge areas, program rooms, gym and café
ONLINE CLASSES: We have online classes for members who are not ready for in-person programs just yet.
IN-PERSON DINING. In the café, for the safety of the dine-in customers and volunteers, we are taking extra precautions to minimize the handling of silverware and condiments and frequently cleaning tables and chairs.
IN-PERSON PROGRAMS: Masks can be removed when exercising. Please physically distance yourself from other people, and wear a mask, for other programs.
MWSA's lunch and cinnamon buns to-go service, and online programming are ongoing. MWSA's Outreach (780-720-6213) and Home Support services are available during regular office hours. If you have any questions, concerns, or need to speak to a staff member, please call our Main Line (780-496-2997), Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The health and safety of our volunteers, members, staff, and instructors remain a top priority.
Please continue to check our website regularly, and follow all health regulations.
Mental Health: Confidential supports are available to help with mental health concerns. The Mental Health Help Line 1-877-303-2642 and the Addiction Help Line at 1-866-332-2322 are available between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., seven days a week.
COVID-19 Risk Assessment Tool A tool to assess your chances of getting COVID-19, under different circumstances, i.e., indoors/outdoors, size of the gathering, health conditions of you and others, activity, etc...
If you are in a crisis or distress, you can call the 24/7 Distress Line: 780-482-4357.
About the Mill Woods Seniors Association
Mission
MWSA enhances the quality of life of seniors in Mill Woods and surrounding communities by providing programs and services that meet their recreational, social, health, physical, intellectual, and emotional needs
Vision
MWSA is a welcoming centre that meets the recreational, educational, and social needs of seniors in our community.
Our History
MWSA is a non-profit, charitable association formed in 2007. We can operate as an independent seniors association through grants, membership fees, registered program and drop-in fees, donations, and general fundraising. We rely on our generous and dedicated volunteers who support our efforts every step of the way.
Location
2nd Floor, 2610 Hewes Way NW
(Same building as the Mill Woods Edmonton Public Library)
