Jewish Seniors Alliance of BC Seniors Peer Support Course
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Septemer 2026 Class
Registration Now Open!
The Seniors Peer Support Course is designed to strengthen community-based programs that support older adults experiencing loneliness, social isolation, grief, or life transitions.
Participating organizations, including Tonari Gumi, can train their volunteers in two evidence-informed programs:
Friendly Visiting Training – focuses on social connection, companionship, and meaningful interaction with seniors.
Seniors Peer Support Training – focuses on emotional support, active listening, healthy boundaries, and structured peer-support conversations.
These training opportunities are available to volunteers affiliated with participating community organizations across BC.
Seniors Peer Support Course Website:
Seniors Peer Support Training
Total Training Hours: 48 hoursFormat: 12 sessions
11 sessions via Zoom
1 in-person session
Key Topics:
Emotional support
Active listening
Boundaries
Grief and life transitions
Peer support models
⚠️ Important Eligibility Requirement
To participate in the Seniors Peer Support Training, volunteers must:
Be 55 years of age or older, OR
Be staff of a partner organization with a written request explaining the reason for participation.
September–October 2026 Training Schedule
SPS JSABC/VCH Training
September 15
September 17
September 22
September 24
September 29
October 1
October 6
October 8
October 13
October 15
October 20
October 22
Registration
A Training Registration Form is now required so that JSABC can communicate easily with all registrants.
Please contact Tonari Gumi Community Services before proceeding with registration.
For individuals under 55 years of age, a letter of request from Tonari Gumi is required.
Email: services@tonarigumi.ca Tel: 604-687-2172 ext. 301
JSABC Training Registration Form: JSABC Training Registration Form
1 pm - 3 pm