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  • The Power of Connection: How Social Prescribing Supports Healthy Aging

    Yakimovich Wellness Centre 1454 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada

    Health is about more than doctor's appointments and medications. Increasingly, healthcare providers are recognizing that social connection, purpose, physical activity, and community involvement play a vital role in healthy aging. This presentation introduces the concept of social prescribing—an innovative approach that connects people with community programs and activities that support overall wellbeing. We'll explore the […]

    Free

  • Therapeutic Arts Group for Older Adults and Caregivers

    Yakimovich Wellness Centre 1454 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada

    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. Activities are designed to be accessible and inclusive […]

    Free

  • Men’s Shed Association of BC: Information Session

    Yakimovich Wellness Centre 1454 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada

    Men’s Sheds are welcoming community spaces where men come together to build friendships, share skills, support one another, and stay connected. With a focus on engaging hands, hearts, and minds, Men’s Sheds help men find purpose, belonging, and wellbeing while reducing the risk of social isolation and its negative impacts. Research has shown that participation […]

    Free

  • Share the Joy: A Holiday Card-Making Workshop

    Yakimovich Wellness Centre 1454 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada

    Celebrate the holiday season through creativity, connection, and giving. This arts workshop is open to everyone and invites older adults, caregivers, family members, friends, and community members to create holiday cards for donation to residents in long-term care through the Eldercare Foundation's Stocking Stuffers for Seniors program. Participants will enjoy accessible, inclusive card-making activities that […]

    Free