But a new initiative to keep seniors in South Surrey and White Rock connected and engaged from the comfort of their homes has prevented that from happening. Since May, she and a small group of seniors in South Surrey and White Rock have taken part in an intimate, weekly art class conducted over the phone every Monday morning. During one art class CBC News joined, three different participants told the instructor the same thing: "We need you every day." Simplicity is important for the art program, as well. Analog vs. digitalAhead of each class, Chau physically mails all the participants a poster detailing what to expect that week.

Source: CBC News August 30, 2020 15:00 UTC