Wendat’s Social Club is located on the lower level of the Wendat building at 237 Second Street in Midland. The Social Club provides programs enhancing social, physical, emotional and cognitive wellness components.

Meals:

• Wednesday & Saturday @ 11am
  Call the member line at 705 526 1305, ext 228 to sign up and arrange transportation. Meals are $3.00 each
  

Transportation:

• Transportation is provided within Midland/Penetanguishene nightly
• The Club is staffed by a Club Coordinator and recreation workers
• The recreation worker positions are reserved for mental health consumers

Eligibility Criteria: Adults 16 years of age and older that identify with having a mental illness.

Club Hours: Sunday/Monday Closed            ll           Tuesdays 12:45pm  – 3 pm.

Tuesday – Join Janice as she discusses Mental Health Coping Skills over a three week rotating program. Ie. Self Compassion, Boundaries, Face Your Fears, Self Esteem etc.)

Wednesdays – Beginning at 11 a.m., we serve a $3.00 meal followed by Victoria’s Visuals, an Art program weekly.

Thursdays – Join Nancy in the new Slow Stitch program. Learn embroidery and sewing techniques. Embroidery hoops and the needles are available for a $5.00 cost. As we continue into the Winter months, come socialize, meet some new friends. Bring along a craft you might be working on. Share your talents. If you are not a crafter, come drop in to play some cards.

Fridays – Join Darlene at Creativity Playdates. Working in watercolours and acrylics, create collages, junk journals and abstract paintings. You can purchase your mixed Media book for a 50% discount, $15.00. You will learn Junk Journal Techniques. Once a month, join Roseanne for Relaxation Mindfulness Yoga on a chair and Mindful art with another facilitator.

Saturdays – Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. followed by an outing, an art activity or games.

The club often visits 2nd hand and Thrift Stores in Orillia and Barrie. We also do a lunch out date once a month. During the warmer months, we include physical activity such as hiking.

Transportation is provided to the club and back to your residence by calling 705 526 1305 ext. 220.Leave your telephone number, your address, and your name at least one hour before the club opens. The Boston Pizza van will arrive at your home approximately 30 minutes before the club opens.

Covid Policy; We ask that you stay home if you are exhibiting any symptoms including a cough.

How to Apply/Who can Refer: Self, friend, family member, community agency, hospital, etc.
Contact Phone Number: Darlene Forget, Program Supervisor – Social Club, 705-526-1305, ext 227