Legion Learning & Legion Lounge
Connecting Seniors to Technology in a Fun & Innovative Way
Legion Learning aims to bridge the gap between seniors and technology use by pairing non-technology savvy seniors with local seniors who are technologically inclined. This project promotes volunteerism amongst seniors, supports social participation and inclusion, and will decrease social isolation among our elderly population.
Legion Lounge is a social lounge and café to promote social engagement and collaboration. It serves as a welcoming, vibrant space where the community can come together to form friendships, enjoy light refreshments, and build a sense of belonging. The project will improve seniors’ health and wellness by promoting physical activity and increasing cardiovascular health through physical games (Nintendo Switch Sports, Pinball, and more), improving mental stimulation through trivia and puzzle games, and enhancing social interaction.
Community Data
Understanding the impact of COVID-19 on social gatherings for our rural community is critical for creating effective strategies to protect public well-being and build community resilience.
Our rural community is made up of a large senior population compared to the provincial average. In Goderich, Ontario, approximately 32% of the population is 65 years and older, compared to Ontario's 18.5% (Statistics Canada, 2023). With an aging population comes many challenges such as mobility and complex health concerns. These issues limit the socialization that seniors can have with their friends, family, and others within the community.
32%
GODERICH
POPULATION
65 years & older
18.2%
ONTARIO
POPULATION
65 years & older
8.4%
CANADA
POPULATION
65+ with dementia
65%
CANADA
POPULATION
increase in diagnosis by 2030
On Mondays and Fridays from 1:00pm to 2:00pm, our Legion Learning tech mentors will provide tech expertise to individuals at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 109 in Goderich, Ontario. These workshops are to address any issues that the participant may require help with or skills they want to improve. There will also be monthly seminars to keep vulnerable seniors aware of internet safety that tend to target them, such as phishing campaigns and fraudulent scams. This project promotes volunteerism amongst seniors, supports social participation and inclusion, and will decrease social isolation among our elderly population.
Our Funders
