GFLS News
our mission
our mission
our mission
We provide a welcoming place for information, programs, and services that enhance the quality of life for older adults and their families.
Our vision
our mission
our mission
Active, engaged older adults and their families.
our values
our values
our values
Service: responding to older adults is the heart of our centre
Information: we provide older adults the knowledge to maintain control of their lives
Welcoming: we offer a warm, friendly "home away from home"
Commitment: we provide the services that are most essential to our members
Reliability: we stand behind our words and actions
Innovation: we have the courage to explore new ways and ideas
OUr Story
our values
our values
In 1973 Alan Koehler of Calgary's Social Service Department suggested to the Alderman Gordon Shrake, who was President of the Southview Community Association, to start a Seniors Club. Working with Ed Laribay & Harry Gordon the club was started. In 1974 with Alderman Shrake they secured the Dover Field House as the permanent home for Greater Forest Lawn 55+ Society now known as GFLS 55+ Society.
board of directors
President Jim Bergen
1st Vice President Ann Martell
2nd Vice President Shirley Borak
Secretary Marilynn Sander
Treasurer Brenda O’Malley
Director Bill Diprose
Director Diane Danielson
Director Stuart Bellingham
Director Eli Tendler
Director LaVonne Nielsen
Director Gerri Borschowa
Director Brenda Nakamura
Meet the Team
Susan Kearney
Susan Kearney
Susan Kearney
Office Coordinator
eva Hachey
Susan Kearney
Susan Kearney
Bookkeeper
Missy Taylor
Susan Kearney
Missy Taylor
Environmental Services