ASSISTED LIVING PROGRAM (ALP)
The Milestone Assisted Living Program (ALP) is a non-profit, government-funded program that supports and services all Milestone Senior residents (55+) with community programs. These programs are planned and run by a Coordinator (Stephanie MacDonald) to promote safe, independent living and connect others. The Milestone ALP office and coordinator are conveniently located in a low-cost senior independent living facility called ‘The Carrington Court.’
Some of the ALP programs include; Leader Trained ‘Forever… In Motion Exercises, armchair travel, group walking outdoors in the summer, garden tours, outdoor games and indoor games, and indoor walking at the rink in the winter.
ALP creates and publishes ‘The Town Crier, ’ which updates the community on town events and information. This free paper can also be sent by email to any senior Milestone resident. ALP also provides information for support systems in Health and Home care contacts. We Facilitate connections with health care professionals (e.g., organize vaccine clinics, and schedule footcare appointments with a local professional). ALP has Volunteer drivers scheduled to provide rides to appointments.
Milestone School is another ALP contact through ‘Bridging of the generations’ connecting seniors and Gr.4s to create and learn with one another, often engaging local grandparents with their grandkids through seasonal crafts and gatherings.
Regular recreational programs include movie afternoons and BINGO hosted at the court. Annual events such as; Twinkle Tour in the winter to view the lights around town, New Year’s Celebration and Spring Prom hosted at the Masonic Hall. Day trips for special outings ex. Ogema Train Ride.
These are a few of the many things Milestone Assisted Living Program has to offer seniors in our community. New programs are continuously being developed. If you want to contact the Milestone ALP coordinator for more information, the office number is 306 436 2055 or email
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ALP’s location is 324 Carrington St., Suite #5, in Milestone, SK.
CARRINGTON COURT
Carrington Court is a senior residence operated by Milestone Housing Authority for individuals who are 55+ and can live independently.
They are part of the Social Housing Program with Saskatchewan Housing Authority. Rent is based on your income.
If you want information about the suites and their availability, contact Joan Moorhead, manager of Milestone Housing Authority, at (306) 515-2177.
MILESTONE DROP-IN
The Drop In Association was originally formed in 1977, with the original facility opening April 8, 1978, with 129 members.
The current location of the Drop-in Centre was constructed in 1966. The facility is available to anyone over the age of 30. The coffee is always on at 10:00 am Monday – Saturday. Drop in for a visit and a chat. If new to Milestone come in to introduce yourself. Coffee is $2.00 for an endless cup.
If you are interested in playing cards, board games, or just a visit you can join in every Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 pm, and Thursday for Canasta also staring at 1:30 pm. Crib nights are once a month on Fridays at 7:30 pm (watch for posters and dates).
We have luncheons from time to time. If you wish to become a Drop-In member the cost is $40.00/year.
For more information contact:
Marcia Jones at (306) 530-3014 or (306) 436-2280 or Patti Thompson at (306) 536-4110
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OF INTEREST TO SENIORS
The Government of Saskatchewan has a variety of beneficial programs and services available to seniors. Click HERE for more information on these services or view the Programs and Services of Interest to Seniors pamphlet describing some available services.
