Online Session: COVID-19 & Face Masks
Presented by Momiji & JSS **New: Date (English session) has changed to Aug 5** 1-hour online session (Zoom) to learn about face masks with regard to COVID-19 from geriatric nurse, will be co-provided by Momiji Health Care Society and Japanese Social Services (JSS), in English, on Wednesday, Aug 5 from 2 pm. What is this […]
Online Session: Immunization for Adults and Older Adults
Presented by Momiji & JSS 1-hour online session (Zoom) each to learn about adult immunization, will be co-provided by Momiji Health Care Society and Japanese Social Services (JSS), on Wednesday, Aug 12, 2 – 3 pm. *Held only in Japanese What is this session about? Flu, tetanus, shingles.. You may have heard or received these […]
Online Session: Natto, Shio Koji & Miso Making
Presented by Momiji & JSS 1-hour online session (Zoom) each to learn about these popular Japanese food/ingredients, will be co-provided by Momiji Health Care Society and Japanese Social Services (JSS), on Wednesday, Aug 26 afternoon. *Separate registration required. 2 – 3 pm: Natto Making *Held only in Japanese You may have wondered if you can […]
Online Session: Woodblock Print Artist – Naoko Matsubara
Presented by Momiji & JSS Online session (Zoom) to learn about woodblock print (木版画) and lifeworks of the artist, Naoko Matsuara, will be co-provided by Momiji Health Care Society and Japanese Social Services (JSS), in Japanese, on Wednesday, July 22 from 2 pm (1 hour). Please see the Japanese page (click 日本語 from the top […]
COVID-19: financial supports/services
Index: (1) Government of Canada 1. COVID-19 Benefits and Services: Economic Response Plan Support for Individuals & Families Canada Child Benefit / Tax credit payment / Extended deadline for tax return / Mortgage support / Student Support / RRIFs / Support for OAS & GIS recipients Support for Workers & Job Loss Canada Emergency Response […]
Online Cooking Session (in Japanese)
Presented by Momiji & JSS Online session to learn how to make Kouji (rice malt) and Miso will be provided by Momiji Health Care Society, with Japanese Social Services (JSS) as a co-host, in Japanese. Session 1: How to make Kouji and Shio (salt) Kouji – Jun 17 at 2-3 pm Session 2: How to […]
COVID-19: Stay Healthy at Home during Physical Distancing
*Click here to see our page for Services for Seniors 1. Activities at Home Learn at home (Government of Ontario) Virtual museum tour (CTV News, Mar 13, 2020) eBooks, eAudiobooks, eLearning (Toronto Public Library) No Library Card? Sign up for the new Instant Digital Library Card with your Toronto cell phone number (Use code TPL2020). […]
JSS Services During the Emergency Period
JSS continues to offer counselling and information services via the phone/internet. Further, during the State of Emergency, all JSS services will be offered free of charge for the people experiencing hardship related to COVID-19. All our programs are temporarily suspended; however, planning is underway to deliver some of the programs in an online format. 【Current […]
COVID-19: Be aware of scams!
“Recognize. Reject. Report.” Sadly, there are already many scams related to COVID-19 offering for tests, household services, and protective items like masks and clothing. Below are some examples. For more list of COVID-19 scams, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre or call 1-888-495-8501. (1) Types of COVID-19 Scams 1. Grocery Help Scam Toronto Community Housing (TCH) […]
COVID-19: Support for Seniors
1. Grocery shops with Special Hours for seniors 65+ and other vulnerable populations (generated by The 519 on Apr 5, 2020) Eataly: 8-9 am Food Basics: First hour of opening (7-8 am, may vary by some locations) FreshCo: First hour of opening (hours vary by location) Loblaws: First hour of opening (hours vary by location) […]
COVID-19: Updates on Law and Legal Services（CLEO）
(1) Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) Go to the section of Step to Justice project, to see the full Q&As for the legal information updates by CLEO, one of the legal community clinics in Ontario, regarding to COVID-19. 1. Employment and Work My boss says that I might have to come back in for just […]
COVID-19: Taking Care of Mental Health
(1) Mental health (general) 1. Coping with stress and anxiety / Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) **While it is important to be informed and to take action to limit the spread of infection, the amount of information and attention on this topic can increase stress and anxiety. 1-a. Strategies to maintain your mental wellness […]
COVID-19：Other Resources
The situation and recommendations around COVID-19 can change very frequently, sometimes within one day. We try our best to provide updated information, however, we appreciate your understanding towards our limited capacity. Please let our Community Outreach Worker (programs@jss.ca) know if you find certain information on this section is outdated. COVID-19：Other Resources Index (click below to […]
Message from President
By David Ikeda To all members of the JSS community, I know these are extremely challenging times and that we must do our part to help slow the spread of the Covid 19 Virus. We will remain open and are committed to helping the vulnerable people in our community. However there will be severe restrictions […]
JSS Program：Active Senior Club
JSS Program: Active Senior Club Japanese Social Services will have a monthly(2nd Thursday) social program “Active Senior Club” for senior and pre-senior (age 55+) who can communicate in Japanese from May 2020. Join us and enjoy chatting, exercising, and making some friends! For more details and/or signing up, please contact JSS (416-385-9200). *The starting date […]
May 6: POA and Will Seminar 2020
！！Due to the government recommendation around COVID-19, all JSS programs have been cancelled. This seminar was also postponed until further notice. If you are interested in attending via online (currently considering), please contact JSS！！ Japanese Social Services and Momiji Health Care Society is holding a free joint seminar in Japanese on POA and Will on […]
JSS Craft Club Schedule – April 2020
The following is the JSS Craft Club, April 2020 schedule (flyer in Japanese only). *Admission Free. Dates: 1st, 2nd and 4th Wednesdays Time: 10:30 a.m. ~ 12:30 p.m. Venue: JCCC 2F Hamasaki Room (*Subject to change – check at the entrance) April 8 & 22 : Nuno (fabric) Craft – Instructor: Akemi Kakinoki (max […]
JSS Craft Club Schedule – March 2020
The following is the JSS Craft Club, March 2020 schedule (flyer in Japanese only). *Admission Free. Dates: 2nd ~ 4th WednesdaysTime: 10:30 a.m. ~ 12:30 p.m.Venue: JCCC 2F Hamasaki Room (*Subject to change – check at the entrance) March 11 & 25 : Nuno (fabric) Craft – Instructor: Akemi Kakinoki (max capacity: 6)March 18 : […]