Find information on seniors programming, home support services, aging in Waterloo and senior centres.
Join us for free, beginner friendly, educational programs, including Age Friendly Tech and Empowered Learners! Find more information below.
On this page
- Senior centres
- Seniors active living programs
- Seniors leisure activities
- Seniors health programs
- Senior day program
- Home support services
- WOW Waterloo telephone program
- Guides and directories
- Celebrating seniors video series
- June is Seniors month
Senior centres
The Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex and the Community Pavilion are located at 101 Father David Bauer Drive. Programming for different activity levels is available.
Getting there:
- to arrive by car, enter the east entrance from Father David Bauer Drive
- to arrive by bus, use Route 5 Erb or Route 12 Westmount buses
- walking distance to the WMRC east entrance from the nearest bus stops are 350 metres from the stop on the north side of Erb Street and 370 metres from the stop on the south side of Erb Street
Funding assistance is provided through the Seniors Active Living Centres Program supported by the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility.
Seniors active living programs
Many of our registered programs appeal to active seniors. Programs take place at Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex. Types of activities include:
- dance
- yoga
- tai chi
- other activities as scheduled
Check our program and classes page to learn how to register.
Seniors leisure activities
Drop-in leisure activities are available at the Community Pavilion. The fee for most activities is $2.25. A ten visit pass is available for $20.24.
Call customer service at 519-579-1020 or email leisureprogramming@waterloo.ca for schedule information.
Types of activities include:
- billiards
- cards
- knitting
- wood carving
- arts and crafts
- Friday Flicks travel presentations
- Empowered Learners lecture series
Friday Flicks
Presenters share their travel stories from around the world. Past presentations included Arizona, Dubai and the Canary Islands! Find upcoming travel presentations on our city calendar.
Empowered Learners
Join us for a free informative lecture series on a wide range of topics, including health resources. Each session includes time for questions. Find upcoming sessions on our city calendar.
To join the weekly email list please email Sarah Kelly, Community Leisure Programmer at sarah.kelly@waterloo.ca
Waterloo Duplicate Bridge Club Saturday Pairs 7/5/2025
Ranks
Session 25 Section A
10 Table 30 Board Mitchell Movement
Director: Bob Fletcher
Scorer: Brianna Metcalfe
Received 240 of 240 scores.
Rank | Pair | Names [NORTH/SOUTH RANKS] | Bds | Total | Max | %Score |
1 |
2 |
Bill Sheryer & Lindsay Drummond |
24 |
219.00 |
336 |
65.18 |
2 |
7 |
Maribeth Fobel & Richard Fobel |
24 |
198.00 |
336 |
58.93 |
3 |
9 |
Jean Plust & Bill Laight |
24 |
187.00 |
336 |
55.65 |
4 |
3 |
Douglass Grant & Ronny Mohr |
24 |
182.00 |
336 |
54.17 |
5 |
4 |
Terry Stirling & Janusz Poniotowski |
24 |
173.00 |
336 |
51.49 |
6 |
6 |
Marcel Verrier & Judy Charbonneau |
24 |
166.00 |
336 |
49.40 |
7 |
10 |
Shirley Clairmont & Millie McQuillin |
24 |
162.00 |
336 |
48.21 |
8 |
1 |
Bob Fletcher & Dorothy Fletcher |
24 |
145.00 |
336 |
43.15 |
9 |
8 |
J P Fraresso & K P Tan |
24 |
131.00 |
336 |
38.99 |
10 |
5 |
Jim Furlong & Carl Thiel |
24 |
117.00 |
336 |
34.82 |
Rank | Pair | Names [EAST/WEST RANKS] | Bds | Total | Max | %Score |
1 |
2 |
Robert Walden & Rose Marie White |
24 |
190.00 |
336 |
56.55 |
2 |
8 |
Mark Obermeyer & Shirley Chatten |
24 |
189.00 |
336 |
56.25 |
3 |
3 |
Stella Shypula & Rose Babcock |
24 |
183.00 |
336 |
54.46 |
4= |
4 |
Vivian Powers & Lenny Lowrey |
24 |
172.00 |
336 |
51.19 |
4= |
7 |
Lynn Linklater & Rick Linklater |
24 |
172.00 |
336 |
51.19 |
6 |
1 |
Peter Hambly & Hansa Desai |
24 |
160.00 |
336 |
47.62 |
7 |
5 |
Vivien Galloro & Sandra Fraser |
24 |
158.00 |
336 |
47.02 |
8 |
6 |
Marion Wright & Ken Tozer |
24 |
156.00 |
336 |
46.43 |
9 |
9 |
Ron Gadbois & Peter Denommé |
24 |
151.00 |
336 |
44.94 |
10 |
10 |
Yvonne Taliotis & Joanna Macgillivray |
24 |
149.00 |
336 |
44.35 |
Waterloo Duplicate Bridge Club Duplicate Bridge Results 6/21/2025
Ranks
Session 24 Section A
10½ Table 22 Board Mitchell Movement
Director: Bill Laight
Scorer: Alex Avila/ Brianna Metcalfe
Received 220 of 220 scores.
Rank | Pair | Names [NORTH/SOUTH RANKS] | Bds | Total | Max | %Score |
1 |
5 |
Jim Furlong & Carl Thiel |
22 |
254.00 |
396 |
64.14 |
2 |
2 |
Bill Sheryer & Lindsay Drummond |
22 |
241.00 |
396 |
60.86 |
3 |
11 |
Maribeth Fobel & Richard Fobel |
22 |
211.00 |
396 |
53.28 |
4 |
6 |
Roy Dandyk & Ronnie Lowrey |
22 |
199.00 |
396 |
50.25 |
5 |
4 |
Bob Fletcher & Dorothy Fletcher |
22 |
192.00 |
396 |
48.48 |
6 |
1 |
Jean Plust & Bill Laight |
22 |
191.00 |
396 |
48.23 |
7 |
8 |
Mary Lou Miller & Sandra Evans |
22 |
188.00 |
396 |
47.47 |
8 |
3 |
Terry Stirling & Janusz Poniotowski |
22 |
185.00 |
396 |
46.72 |
9 |
7 |
Jake Liu & Yena Jin |
22 |
168.00 |
396 |
42.42 |
10 |
9 |
Peter Hambly & Vivian McLellan |
22 |
151.00 |
396 |
38.13 |
Rank | Pair | Names [EAST/WEST RANKS] | Bds | Total | Max | %Score |
1 |
3 |
George Malon & Susan Malon |
20 |
273.00 |
360 |
75.83 |
2 |
6 |
Marion Wright & Ken Tozer |
20 |
233.00 |
360 |
64.72 |
3 |
1 |
Yvonne Taliotis & Joanna Macgillivray |
20 |
198.00 |
360 |
55.00 |
4 |
8 |
Stella Shypula & Rose Babcock |
20 |
196.00 |
360 |
54.44 |
5 |
4 |
Ron Gadbois & Peter Denommé |
20 |
192.00 |
360 |
53.33 |
6 |
11 |
J P Fraresso & K P Tan |
20 |
174.00 |
360 |
48.33 |
7 |
2 |
Robert Walden & Rose Marie White |
20 |
169.00 |
360 |
46.94 |
8 |
5 |
Vivian Powers & Lenny Lowrey |
20 |
162.00 |
360 |
45.00 |
9 |
10 |
Connie Mercey & Ronny Mohr |
20 |
147.00 |
360 |
40.83 |
10 |
9 |
Sydney Carruthers & Barb MacLennan |
20 |
130.00 |
360 |
36.11 |
11 |
7 |
Mariusz Kujawski & Leona Kujawski |
20 |
106.00 |
360 |
29.44
|
Waterloo Duplicate Bridge Club Duplicate Bridge Results 6/14/2025
Ranks
Session 23 Section A
12½ Table 26 Board Mitchell Movement
Director: Jake Liu
Scorer: Jacob Lavender
Received 288 of 288 scores.
Rank | Pair | Names [NORTH/SOUTH RANKS] | Bds | Total | Max | %Score |
1= |
5 |
Jim Furlong & Carl Thiel |
22 |
298.55 |
484 |
61.68 |
1= |
13 |
Ester Neufeldt & Cec Neufeldt |
22 |
298.55 |
484 |
61.68 |
3 |
8 |
Ronna Hoy & Janusz Poniotowski |
22 |
283.27 |
484 |
58.53 |
4 |
10 |
Millie McQuillin & Shirley Clairmont |
22 |
268.18 |
484 |
55.41 |
5 |
2 |
Terry Stirling & Lindsay Drummond |
22 |
263.09 |
484 |
54.36 |
6 |
6 |
Bob Fletcher & Dorothy Fletcher |
22 |
250.00 |
484 |
51.65 |
7 |
11 |
Dave Embury & Jonay Souder |
22 |
230.91 |
484 |
47.71 |
8 |
4 |
Marcel Verrier & Pat Paleczny |
22 |
227.64 |
484 |
47.03 |
9 |
3 |
Ron Gadbois & Peter Denommé |
22 |
224.64 |
484 |
46.41 |
10 |
1 |
Jake Liu & Yena Jin |
22 |
205.82 |
484 |
42.52 |
11 |
12 |
Sydney Carruthers & Barb Maclennan |
24 |
221.45 |
528 |
41.94 |
12 |
9 |
Jean Plust & Bill Laight |
22 |
200.45 |
484 |
41.42 |
13 |
7 |
Mary Lou Miller & Marion Allan |
22 |
195.45 |
484 |
40.38 |
Rank | Pair | Names [EAST/WEST RANKS] | Bds | Total | Max | %Score |
1 |
7 |
Stella Shypula & Rose Babcock |
24 |
319.73 |
528 |
60.55 |
2 |
9 |
Marion Wright & Ken Tozer |
24 |
308.73 |
528 |
58.47 |
3 |
8 |
Yvonne Taliotis & Joanna Macgillivray |
24 |
303.18 |
528 |
57.42 |
4 |
2 |
Bill Sheryer & Peter Hambly |
24 |
286.00 |
528 |
54.17 |
5 |
4 |
Vivian Powers & Lenny Lowrey |
24 |
257.64 |
528 |
48.80 |
6 |
10 |
Vivian McLellan & Helen Macdonald |
24 |
254.36 |
528 |
48.17 |
7 |
11 |
J P Fraresso & K P Tan |
24 |
250.00 |
528 |
47.35 |
8 |
3 |
Robert Walden & Rose Marie White |
24 |
246.18 |
528 |
46.63 |
9 |
12 |
Marilyn McMillan & Jane Moreau |
24 |
243.45 |
528 |
46.11 |
10 |
5 |
Vivien Galloro & Sandra Fraser |
24 |
240.18 |
528 |
45.49 |
11 |
1 |
Don Ross & Wendy Garner |
24 |
233.09 |
528 |
44.15 |
12 |
6 |
Mariusz Kujawski & Leona Kujawski |
24 |
225.45 |
528 |
42.70
|
Seniors health programs
Social prescribing (55+)
We're partnering with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO) to participate in the Links2Wellbeing: Social Prescribing for Older Adults project.
This project is for older adults who feel isolated and could benefit from social, recreational, or movement-based programs, such as:
- Absolutely Art
- Friday Flicks (travel presentations)
- pickleball
- billiards and more!
If you're an isolated senior, we will refer you to this program for free!
Program benefits:
- helps to create community connections, expanding your network of peer support
- improves overall mental and physical health through social interaction
-
addresses non-medical, social, and physical needs, potentially reducing future hospital visits
-
reduces barriers for older adults to meet and connect with likeminded Waterloo residents
Call 519-579-1020 or email leisureprogramming@waterloo.ca for a copy of our referral form.
Hearing and foot care clinics (55+)
Join us for Wellness Wednesdays at the Community Pavilion for hearing and foot care clinics.
Remember to register in advance for these programs. There are 3 ways to sign up:
HearCANADA is providing a free clinic where you can get:
- hearing consultations
- hearing screening tests
- hearing aid cleaning and checks
HearCANADA is providing a free clinic for earwax removal services. This helps reduce symptoms of earwax blockages such as:
- earaches
- feeling of fullness
- ringing or noises in the ear (tinnitus)
- decreased hearing
- dizziness
- cough
We're partnering with Feet on the Go to offer a range of foot care services, including:
- nail cutting and filing
- reduction of corns and calluses
- health teaching
- diabetic foot care
There's a $2.25 registration fee to reserve your spot, and then you pay $50 directly to the foot care specialist on the day of your appointment.
Health Fair
Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 6, from 2 to 6 p.m. We're hosting a Senior Health Fair to give seniors and caregivers a chance to explore community programs that can help older adults stay healthy, active and connected.
Vendor applications now open. The deadline for consideration is July 25, 2025. If you have any questions, email healthfair@waterloo.ca.
Check back in October for more event details.
Senior day program
We provide a variety of group activities for those 55+ and living with a chronic illness, physical disability or memory loss.
Programs run Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Community Pavilion. The cost is $17 per day. Subsidies are available if necessary.
Referrals can be made through Ontario Health atHome at 519-748-2222. If you have any questions or would like to know more about our program please call 519-888-6356. There is a wait list for this service.
Participants, caregivers and families are key partners in care provided by the senior day program and are supported by a Patient Bill of Rights that sets the foundation for how they can expect to interact with and be treated by all staff.
Home support services
We provide a number of support services to assist vulnerable older adults to live safely and remain active. Depending on the service, it may take one day to several months to complete registration.
Register at 519-579-6930.
Participants, caregivers and families are key partners in care provided by the home support services program and are supported by a Patient Bill of Rights that sets the foundation for how they can expect to interact with and be treated by all staff.
Enjoy a delicious three course meal Monday to Friday at noon at the Community Pavilion.
We make accommodations for special dietary needs. Clients must book one business day in advance. $8/meal.
All meals are served with vegetable and salad, and include one cup of tea or coffee. All meals can be made to accommodate individual dietary requirements.
Sample menus
- potato leek soup, baked ham, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, salad, butter tart
- vegetable beef soup, breaded haddock, mashed potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower salad, cooked carrots, chocolate zucchini cake
- tomato soup, shepherd’s pie, Caesar salad, orange cake
- sweet potato soup, chicken thigh, rice, mixed vegetables, salad, pumpkin pie
- cream of broccoli soup, sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, pudding
Getting your grocery shopping done can be a challenge. Our volunteers can assist with a list shop on your behalf. $10/shopping trip.
Maintenance workers can assist with seasonal work, including lawn care, snow removal and minor repairs. The cost is $22/hour. If workers uses their own equipment the rate is $27.00/hour.
Snow removal recruitment is now open. See if you qualify for our program on our snow removal page.
The snow removal program offers services by a brokered worker that operates as an independent contractor paid directly by the client. Brokered workers are screened by Senior Services staff prior to being matched with clients. Services arrangements are made between the client and brokered worker.
Learn more about becoming a maintenance worker.
Dependable homemakers help with household tasks, including cleaning, laundry and meal preparation.
You will have a standing appointment with the same homemaker, scheduled weekly, bi-weekly or every four weeks.
Cost is $22/hour.
Services are provided by a brokered worker that operates as an independent contractor paid directly by the client. Brokered workers are screened by Senior Services staff prior to being matched with clients. Services arrangements are made between the client and brokered worker.
There is a waiting list for service.
Learn more about becoming a homemaker.
When you live alone, loneliness and personal safety are issues. Our trained volunteers can call from Monday to Friday to check in and give you and your family peace of mind. This service is free.
Services are available for rides to medical appointments, activities and grocery shopping. Book your trained volunteer driver at least two business days in advance.
The cost is $5 for a one-way ride in Waterloo. Rates outside of Waterloo vary depending on the location.
Reach out to our Home Support team at 519-579-6930 to learn more.
In order to book a ride you will need:
- To be registered with Home Support Services.
- Know when your appointment is.
- Know where your appointment is taking place.
- The appointment is not for at least 2 business days.
We are unable to accommodate wheelchairs or rides to day programs. For accessible transportation, please contact Mobility Plus.
WOW Waterloo
WOW is a Seniors’ Centre Without Walls telephone program that brings social, recreational and educational programs to seniors. Enjoy guest speakers, learn new skills and have friendly conversations with other seniors in your community.
In order to join the WOW program you will need:
- A working telephone
- To be a senior in Waterloo or the surrounding community
- To register by calling 519-579-1020 ext. 10037
- To answer a brief questionnaire
After joining, you will be registered for weekly or daily activities offered on our program calendar.
Check out July and August's WOW events
Date |
10 to 10:30 a.m.
|
11:30 a.m. to noon
|
1:30 to 2 p.m. |
Wednesday July 2 |
Happy birthday Quebec
|
Name that summer song |
Garden history and traditions |
Wednesday July 9 |
No programs this week
|
Wednesday July 16 |
All about cows |
Friendly feud |
Exercise with Melissa |
Wednesday July 23 |
Lighthouses |
What's the scoop? |
Nutrition with Amy |
Wednesday July 30 |
Discussion question time |
Summer trivia |
Piano with Rick |
Wednesday August 6 |
Who am I? |
Common threads |
Meditation |
Wednesday August 13 |
Market day |
Jeopardy |
Old order Mennonite Gardens |
Wednesday August 20 |
Milk man Day |
Summer Bingo |
The Honey Bee |
Wednesday August 27 |
No programs this week |
WOW Waterloo is an inclusive program for all older adults living in Waterloo. To promote a welcoming and safe setting for all, we ask participants to follow our Respectful Conduct Policy:
- participate in a kind and respectful manner
- create an inclusive environment that honours people of all cultures, traditions, faiths, genders, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experiences
- respect all group members and their opinions, even if they differ from your own
- allow the facilitator, volunteer or guest speaker to lead the conversation or activity
- allow everyone a chance to speak and participate by not dominating conversations
- maintain confidentiality – keep information shared on the call private and confidential
Guides and directories
We provide guides and directories that help older adults navigate aging in Waterloo. Explore how our guides can help you and your family stay active and stay in the community you love.
Ageing Well Directory
The Ageing Well Directory functions as a one-stop-shop for residents 55+ looking for information on housing, home support, health services, recreation and leisure, ethnic and cultural supports, and much more.
View the Ageing Well Waterloo Directory
You can download a PDF version of the directory. The directory is also available in Mandarin, Spanish and Arabic upon request. Please email agewell@waterloo.ca or call 519-886-1177 ext. 27241.
You are not alone
The City of Waterloo in collaboration with Age-Friendly Waterloo Multi-Agency Committee has developed a Guide to Improve Social Connectedness (PDF) as recommended from the city's Older Adult Social Isolation Report (2018).
The guide is intended to create awareness for older adults experiencing social isolation and provide resources to support getting connected in your community.
Hard copies of the guide are available at city recreation facilities and local libraries.
Celebrating seniors video series
Celebrate Seniors is a video campaign featuring City of Waterloo senior groups that contribute to the health and wellness of other seniors in the community.
- The Old Salts Seniors Canoe Club (1:09)
- Owl's Nest woodcarvers club (1:29)
- Creative Crafters (1:15)
June is Seniors month
Celebrate seniors in our community at one or all of our free June events! Enjoy great music, get moving or learn something new.
Register for all events on our ActiveWaterloo website unless otherwise noted.
2025 Senior of the Year
We're excited to announce our 2025 Senior of the Year — Bill Carter! Learn more on our civic awards page.