Seniors Access to Independent Living, Inc. - SAIL

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Box 1984
Virden, MB R0M 2C0

• Phone: 748-2323    • Fax: 748-2053
Email: leojo44@hotmail.com

Who We Are

• S.A.I.L is a program designed to provide assistance to Seniors in Oak Lake, Virden, ElkHorn and area.
  
• We provide help to enable people to remain independent in their homes for as long as possible.
  
• Some services are provided by fee-for-services workers at a reasonable rate, while other services are provided by volunteers.

S.A.I.L is a non profit organization, directed by a volunteer board.
Partial funding is provided by the province of Manitoba in conjunction with local finanical assistance from donor’s choice, private donations, etc..
Bequests, wills and client donations are welcome. Tax receipts are available.

What Does S.A.I.L Do?

Transportation & Escorting

• Volunteers can provide transportation or accompaniment to appointments, shopping, meals, etc.
  
• Handi-Van service in Virden can be booked through the S.A.I.L office at 748-1546 for appoinments that relate to Seniors. There is a set price with the Handi- Van service.

Congregate Meals
Nutritious meals are served at the Princess Lodge, 247 Princess S.W., Virden at 12 noon Tuesday-Saturday.

Meals on Wheels
Based on criteria, Meals on Wheels are available for delivery in both communities. Call your S.A.I.L. Co-ordinator for information.

Housecleaning
We have capable, trustworthy women who are willing to assist you with your cleaning and laundry needs.

Friendly Visiting
Volunteers are available to spend time with shut-ins.

Footcare
Proper foot care is very important. Trained personnel provide Foot Care Clinics. Call your local S.A.I.L. office for times and locations.

Additional Services

• Shopping
  
• Informational & Educational Programs
  
• Winter Walking and Exercise Program
  
• Vacation Home Checks
  
• Filling forms and letter writing
  
• Daily Hello
  
• Hospital or Home-Sitting
  
• Disabled Parking Permits, Application and Renewal Forms

Fee For Service
Cost $13.00 per hour.

• Raking
  
• Snow shoveling and snow blowing
  
• Minor Repairs
  
• Small household jobs
  
• Windows washing
  
• Errands and other needs

Lifeline Personal Response System
If you need help at home any time, day or night, one button push puts you instantly in touch with the people at Lifeline.

For over 20 years, Lifeline has helped over 4 million people maintain the confidence to continue living independently and safely in their own homes.

Lifeline. . .

• Is there for you, when others can’t be, 24 hours a day - 365 days a year.
  
• Provides peace of mind to you and your loved ones.
  
• Is easy to use; help is always just a button push away.
  
• Minimizes complications by making sure you get help quickly when you need it.
  
• Is remarkably affordable, with no purchase required and with no long-term commitment.

Having trouble remembering?
Thanks to an easy to use service from Lifeline, remembering just got a
whole lot easier.

The Lifeline telephone has a special feature that allows you or someone you trust to record up to six reminder messages.

Reminders can be used to…

• Remind you to take your medications
  
• Help you to remember medical appointments
  
• Keep track of social engagements
  
• Follow doctor’s guidelines for diet and exercise
  
• Remember important dates like birthdays

On The Other Side Of Our Program
We are always in need of volunteers to assist in providing some services. There is also a place for “Fee-For-Service” workers.

• Are you retired?
  
• Like to be involved?
  
• Have extra time?
  
• Want a feeling of satisfaction?

Then S.A.I.L Needs You!!

Give Me A Call And Let’s Get Acquainted.
748-2323

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Age Friendly Manitoba and the Town of Virden
Age-Friendly Manitoba and the Town of Virden supports seniors in leading active, socially engaged, independent lives that contribute to healthy aging. An Age-Friendly community:

• Recognizes the diversity among older Manitobans
• Encourages healthy, active aging
• Supports the contributions of older Manitobans
• Promotes the participation of older Manitobans in all aspects of our community
• Engages stakeholders in building age-friendly communities
• Creates accessible, safe environments for older adults
• Treats people of all ages with respect