Located on the main level of the Wilmot Recreation Complex, the Active Living Centre is a 2,500-square-foot facility dedicated to older adults 55+. The Active Living Centre is a gathering place for older adults featuring a billiards area, lounge area, gaming area, lending library and offers a variety of activities to help you live a healthy and active lifestyle!
The space is run in collaboration with the Township of Wilmot and Community Care Concepts of Woolwich, Wellesley and Wilmot who facilitates programming.
Community Care Concepts of Woolwich, Wellesley and Wilmot is currently offering similar Active Living programs at the New Dundee Community Centre until the end of March 2025. View the Online Community Events Calendar to find their activities, or reach out to Community Care Concepts at 1-855-664-1900 for more information.
Active Living Centre Card
All participants are required to have an Active Living Centre Card to attend programming. Get your free card at the Active Living Centre inside the Wilmot Recreation Complex at 1291 Nafziger Road in Baden or gain more information by calling 519-634-9225 ext. 340.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
General Schedule January and February 2025
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Starting February 1, 2024 participants will be required to sign-up for all Community Care Concepts craft sessions. Sign-up sheets will be available two weeks before each craft. |
Monthly Activity Calendar
View the Community Events, Culture, and Recreation Calendar for an online calendar format. Please visit the Active Living Centre or Customer Service at the Wilmot Recreation Complex for your printed copy.
Monthly Closures
February 17 (Family Day)
Programs
Active Living
Programs in the Active Living Pillar are designed to keep you moving.
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SMART Gentle Exercise Program |
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This FREE exercise program is designed for the practice of daily tasks from reaching to the top shelf to bending down to tie your shoes for stretching, lifting and reaching, and helps maintain balance and coordination. Offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. and from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. This course is run by training staff from Community Care Concepts. |
Connecting
Programs in the Connecting pillar are designed for interaction and engagement, focusing on be social.
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Drop in throughout the week for billiards on one or both of our tables at no charge.
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Birthday Club |
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Join us for this new special series where we will celebrate all of the birthdays of the month. Come if it's your birthday or to celebrate everyone else's. Treats and coffee will be provided and you are welcome to bring cards or gifts for the birthday individuals if you wish.
February 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
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Join us on the third Thursday of the month from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. as we discuss our current reads. Book sets are provided through the Region of Waterloo Library and are distributed to members every month. Drop by the Active Living Centre for a more information and to register for upcoming books!
February 20: Discussion of the book, "The Giver" by Lois Lowry. |
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Drop In for Coffee, Tea and treats weekday morning at no charge. This program can occur during other morning programs (e.g. Billiards). Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:00am - 12:00pm Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 11:00am-12:00pm |
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Colouring Club |
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Come and connect with friends new and old as we relax through colouring adult colouring books. We provide the colouring pages, just bring yourself! No registration required. |
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Congregate Dining Program: |
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Cost: $14.00 Runs on the third Wednesday of each month by Community Care Concepts. Registration is required by the Friday at noon the week before the lunch occurs; by calling 1-855-664-1900.
Please check the ALC Calendar for monthly meal menu. |
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Monday Movies |
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Join us as we screen blockbuster films and indulge in delicious popcorn. Stick around after the movie to chat!
February 3: Nearlyweds February 10: Meddling Mom February 24: The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel |
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Music Bingo |
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Join us for two music bingo bi-weekly on Tuesday afternoons as we revisit some old favourites and discover some new songs.
February 4: 80's February 18: 50's |
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Puzzle Club |
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Calling all puzzle enthusiasts! Join us for our social puzzle time as we work through different puzzles together. Check the monthly calendar for dates and times. |
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Rummikub, Yahtzee, Boggle and Dutch Blitz |
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Step right in for exhilarating card and board games, the fun never stops! Beginners and pros are welcome here.
February 5: Euchre and Gin Rummy (1:00 to 4:00 p.m.) February 6: Rummikub (1:00 to 2:00 p.m.) February 11: Yahtzee (1:00 to 2:00 p.m.) February 19: Euchre and Gin Rummy (1:00 to 4:00 p.m.) February 25: Dutch Blitz (2:00 to 3:00 p.m.) |
Learning
Programs in the Learning Pillar are designed to expand your horizon to new opportunities. From arts and crafts to technology and education.
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Brain Games |
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Brainteasers, puzzles, word games, and trivia quizzes will provide a cognitive workout for all of us. |
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Creation Circle |
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Calling all creatives! This is time for you to work on your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or any craft you love. |
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Get crafty with us as we create a variety of different projects. All materials are provided, must register in advance. Program runs from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. February 7: Heart Wall Hanging
February 14: Paper Valentines
February 21 and 28: Crocheted Waffle Dishcloths
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Hey Green Thumbs, black thumbs and everyone in between! Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays for some indoor gardening. Grow houseplants, herbs, microgreens and vegetables that you can enjoy at home. View the schedule overview for the month for upcoming dates. |
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Guest Speaker |
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Join us on Wednesday, February 5 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to hear from Jennifer Helmuth from Interfaith Community Counselling Centre in New Hamburg to talk to us about movement for mental health. |
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Learn Together Workshops |
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This series gives us the opportunity to learn new skills and think deeper about different topics we may not have delved into before. Offered from If you have a skill or topic you'd like to teach or learn, email us at alc@communtiycareconcepts.ca.
February Topics
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Tech-KNOW |
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Sign Up for guidance with your technological troubles! Register in advance in the ALC on the clipboard for a timeslot with a general description of assistance needed in one of the three 45-minute timeslots twice a month on Wednesday. |
Wellness
Programs in the Wellness Pillar are designed around whole person wellness; from mind & body activities to preparation and nourishment for the body and soul.
If you would like more information on the Centre or how you can get involved, please contact us.
Contacts