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SUMMARY:Therapeutic Arts Group for Older Adults and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Artmaking can be a powerful way to spark joy\, build confidence\, and strengthen connection. This therapeutic arts group offers older adults and caregivers a supportive\, facilitated space to explore artmaking at their own pace. Come as you are\, everyone is welcome\, with or without prior art experience. \nActivities are designed to be accessible and inclusive for a wide range of abilities\, including those on a dementia journey and individuals living with limited mobility. The group provides a space for creative exploration\, connection\, confidence-building\, and joy. \nSessions are held in person\, with all materials and guidance provided. You’re welcome to stay for as long as you like and leave whenever you need. \nMiream (Mimi) Rabba is a Professional Art Therapist and Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) with extensive experience facilitating therapeutic arts programs for older adults and caregivers across community-based\, independent living\, and long-term care settings. \nHer work centers on fostering joy\, creativity\, connection\, self-expression\, and confidence in older adults. She is deeply committed to accessibility and inclusion\, creating experiences that are adaptable\, supportive\, and meaningful for people with diverse needs and abilities\, including those living with dementia or limited mobility. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/therapeutic-arts-group-for-older-adults-and-caregivers/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Health and Wellness,Social Connection
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SUMMARY:Nails\, Toes\, and You: What Seniors Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:SESSION IS NOW FULL. \nLearn preventive strategies that help keep your skin\, feet\, and nails healthier for years to come! \nThis informative session focuses on providing accessible\, prevention focused education that supports long term skin\, foot\, and nail health for seniors and caregivers in the community. You’ll learn how to prevent common injuries\, recognize early warning signs\, and reduce complications before they start—through clear\, practical guidance designed to strengthen confidence and support healthier aging. \nThe session is led by Lesley Leedam\, a Licensed Practical Nurse\, certified Skin Wellness Associate Nurse (SWAN)\, and Advanced Foot Care Nurse. With more than three decades of experience in health care\, Lesley has consistently recognized a significant gap in prevention focused education for older adults and caregivers. She is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge they need to stay healthier\, safer\, and more comfortable as they age. Lesley is excited to deliver an engaging\, evidence based education series designed to support aging well in the community. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/nails-toes-and-you-what-seniors-need-to-know-2/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness
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SUMMARY:Make Your Whole Day Matter: Move More\, Sit Less\, Sleep Well
DESCRIPTION:Your daily habits shape your long-term health far more than you might think. In this session\, we’ll explore simple ways to add more movement into your routine\, cut down on long periods of sitting\, and build healthier sleep patterns. \nWe’ll look at “movement snacks\,” like standing breaks or quick chair exercises\, that interrupt sedentary time and support better health. You’ll leave with evidence informed strategies that are easy to apply and designed to fit real life. \nThe session is led by Dr. Kirstin Lane\, Associate Professor (Teaching Stream) in the School of Exercise Science\, Physical and Health Education at the University of Victoria and a CSEP-Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP). Her research focuses on how exercise can safely support people with diagnosed medical conditions\, with a particular interest in cancer. \nClick here to register. \nHybrid event\, offered both in person and virtually via Zoom.
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/make-your-whole-day-matter-move-more-sit-less-sleep-well/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Staying Active
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