From Our Hands to Your Hearts: Sharing Warmth with Unhoused Neighbours
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Organized by: Africa Centre — https://www.eventbrite.com/o/8201829712
On November 19, from 4–8 p.m., Africa Centre will celebrate senior women who crocheted 100 hats for people experiencing homelessness. “Warm Heads, Caring Hearts” marks Edmonton Housing Month and National Housing Day on November 22.
The event honours Indigenous African seniors’ generosity, creativity and community contributions while raising awareness about homelessness and the importance of safe housing.
Seniors who participated in crochet classes will receive certificates of attendance. Guests will enjoy music, refreshments, a celebratory hat display, participants’ stories and opportunities to write messages of kindness to accompany the donated hats.
The initiative will share warmth with people experiencing homelessness while strengthening seniors’ confidence, friendships and sense of belonging. The celebration will recognize their learning and achievement.
Age range: Participating seniors: 55 and older.
Hosted by Africa Centre’s Seniors Well-being & Engagement Program, which supports seniors through learning, connection and community participation.
On November 19, from 4–8 p.m., Africa Centre will celebrate senior women who crocheted 100 hats for people experiencing homelessness. “Warm Heads, Caring Hearts” marks Edmonton Housing Month and National Housing Day on November 22.
The event honours Indigenous African seniors’ generosity, creativity and community contributions while raising awareness about homelessness and the importance of safe housing.
Seniors who participated in crochet classes will receive certificates of attendance. Guests will enjoy music, refreshments, a celebratory hat display, participants’ stories and opportunities to write messages of kindness to accompany the donated hats.
The initiative will share warmth with people experiencing homelessness while strengthening seniors’ confidence, friendships and sense of belonging. The celebration will recognize their learning and achievement.
Age range: Participating seniors: 55 and older.
Hosted by Africa Centre’s Seniors Well-being & Engagement Program, which supports seniors through learning, connection and community participation.
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Where is it happening?
Africa Centre, 11808 St Albert Trail NW #106, Edmonton, AB T5L 4G4, CA, Canada
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