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SUMMARY:Road Ready: Safe Driving in the Senior Years
DESCRIPTION:In this session you will learn about the common errors made by experienced drivers and strategies to correct them\, keep your license\, and improve your driving. You will gain a better understanding of ICBC’s Enhanced Road Assessment test\, the role of Road Safety BC\, and the Driver Medical Exam. This informative session will be facilitated by Kevin Burns\, a Senior Driving Instructor with DriveWise BC\, who enjoys making the roads safer for all road users. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/road-ready-safe-driving-in-the-senior-years/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T120000
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SUMMARY:Nails\, Toes\, and You: What Seniors Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:This informative session will be led by Lesley Leedam\, a Licensed Practical Nurse\, certified Skin Wellness Associate Nurse (SWAN) and Advanced Foot Care Nurse. Over her three decades in health care\, Lesley has consistently recognized a significant gap in accessible\, prevention-focused education for seniors and caregivers within our communities. \nShe is passionate about empowering older adults and caregivers with knowledge that supports long-term skin\, foot\, and nail health. Her goal is to prevent and minimize injuries and complications through accessible\, prevention-focused education. She is excited to deliver a senior-focused education series that is engaging\, evidence-based\, and designed to support healthier aging in the community. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/nails-toes-and-you-what-seniors-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T151834
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SUMMARY:Wills\, Power of Attorney\, and Trusts: A Practical Discussion on Navigating Life's Transitions
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to a thoughtful conversation on how decision-making changes as we age and how to navigate moments of incapacity or major family transitions with confidence. Our speakers will share insights on Wills\, power of attorney\, and trusts – including how thoughtful planning can help safeguard what you’ve built and support your family through life’s important transitions\, with a focus on considerations specific to British Columbia. \nThis session is presented by estate planning experts from Scotia Wealth Management: Steve Burns\, Portfolio Manager and Holly Van Schouwen\, Estate and Trust Consultant \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/estate-planning/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T151834
CREATED:20260121T173402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T221019Z
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SUMMARY:Bowel and Bladder Health: What Seniors Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:This informative session will be led by Lesley Leedam\, a Licensed Practical Nurse\, certified Skin Wellness Associate Nurse (SWAN) and Advanced Foot Care Nurse. Over her three decades in health care\, Lesley has consistently recognized a significant gap in accessible\, prevention-focused education for seniors and caregivers within our communities. \nShe is passionate about empowering older adults and caregivers with knowledge that supports long-term skin\, foot\, and nail health. Her goal is to prevent and minimize injuries and complications through accessible\, prevention-focused education. She is excited to deliver a senior-focused education series that is engaging\, evidence-based\, and designed to support healthier aging in the community. \nClick here to register. 
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/bowel-and-bladder-health-what-seniors-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T151834
CREATED:20260224T172920Z
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SUMMARY:Barriers to Health Care Access Among Ethnically Diverse Older Women in British Columbia
DESCRIPTION:Most of us take for granted that Canada’s universal health care system means equal access for everyone. But what if that assumption tells only part of the story? \nPresenter Dr. Edith Munene\, EdD\, PhD\, shares findings from her research project at the University of Victoria’s Institute on Aging and Lifelong Health examining how socio-economic status and gender-related disparities can influence access to health care for older women in BC. \nDr. Munene is a 2024 recipient of Eldercare’s Funke-Furber Gerontological Research Award with a background in global health\, leadership\, policy\, and cross-sectoral consulting. In her research\, she spoke with women aged 65+ from diverse cultural backgrounds and communities across BC who exposed some of the barriers to access within the health care system. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/barriers-to-health-care-access-among-ethnically-diverse-older-women-in-british-columbia/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T151834
CREATED:20260120T000047Z
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SUMMARY:Hereditary Cancers: What Are They and How Are They Found?
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn more about hereditary cancer and what it means for families. You’ll learn what it is\, options for genetic testing\, and how this information can help guide treatment and inform cancer screening and prevention in families. This session will be led by Jennifer Nuk\, a certified genetic counsellor and Practice Leader with the BC Cancer Hereditary Cancer Program and clinical assistant professor with University of British Columbia’s Department of Medical Genetics. She brings almost 20 years of clinical practice experience to her leadership roles in hereditary cancer care. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/hereditary-cancers-what-are-they-and-how-are-they-found/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260520T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T151834
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SUMMARY:Delirium in Older Adults: Recognition\, Risk\, and Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Sudden confusion in older adults can be alarming. It can also be a sign of delirium\, a condition that is more common and more serious than many realize. In this session\, we’ll break down what delirium is and who is most at risk. Most importantly\, we’ll equip you with actionable prevention strategies to better protect yourself and the seniors you care about. This informative presentation will be facilitated by: \n\nDr. Savannah Forrester\, Emergency Department Physician at Victoria General Hospital and Royal Jubilee Hospital. She completed a year of specialized Geriatric Emergency training through the University of Toronto and is Medical Lead for Seniors Health in Acute care with Island Health.\nAndrea Rantucci\, RN\, Senior Specialist\, Island Health\, Seniors Strategic Network\nLorna Jayne Harmer-Demay\, RN\, Seniors Health Practice Resource Clinician\, Island Health\, Seniors Strategic Network\n\nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/delirium-in-older-adults-recognition-risk-and-prevention/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T130000
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SUMMARY:Older Adults in the Emergency Department: Experiences\, Gaps\, and Better Ways Forward
DESCRIPTION:This educational session is designed for older adults\, caregivers\, healthcare providers\, and members of the public interested in improving emergency care for aging populations. \nLed by Dr. Mariko Sakamoto and Dr. Jae-Yung Kwon\, the session will explore how older adults and their care partners experience care in emergency departments (EDs). Drawing on patient-oriented research\, lived-experience workshops\, patient narratives\, and a rapid review of the literature\, the session highlights a growing mismatch between emergency departments designed for speed and efficiency and the complex needs of older patients. The presenters will discuss common system-level challenges and share human-centred strategies that can improve dignity\, trust\, communication\, and overall care experiences for older adults in emergency settings. \nDr. Mariko Sakamoto is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at the University of Victoria and founder and director of the Dementia Action Co-Lab. Dr. Jae-Yung Kwon is an Assistant Professor with the School of Nursing at UVic also. His research focuses on tailoring health services to promote person-centred care\, meeting the unique needs of individual patients with progressive or life-threatening conditions\, including cancer. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/older-adults-in-emergency/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T151834
CREATED:20260210T181830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T182113Z
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SUMMARY:Finding Wisdom in our Stories
DESCRIPTION:These interactive sessions provide space to reflect on your life and share your insights in an intimate\, small group setting. Facilitator Wendy Margetts\, a retired social worker with four decades of experience\, uses prompts and conversation-starting games to help you shake loose memories. She is skilled at fostering a supportive environment that helps you to recall meaningful life experiences and uncover the wisdom in your stories. \nNote: Space is limited so please register early. This is a 4-session series running Wednesdays on June 10\, June 17\, June 24\, and July 8. \nRegister today. \n  \n 
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/finding-wisdom-in-our-stories/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T151834
CREATED:20260127T220232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T205222Z
UID:8217-1781182800-1781190000@eldercarefoundation.org
SUMMARY:Addressing Inequities in Dementia Care Through Community-Led Approaches: A Focus on BC’s Chinese Community
DESCRIPTION:Canadians living with dementia – and those who care for them – need more supports that truly enhance their quality of life. For individuals from ethno-racial communities in Canada\, accessing these supports can be especially challenging due to systemic inequities\, including racism\, language barriers\, and cultural stigma surrounding dementia. \nIn this session\, Dr. Mariko Sakamoto will share insights from an innovative\, nationally led project focused on developing meaningful quality-of-life supports for people living with dementia and their care partners in underserved but equity-deserving communities across Canada\, with a focus on Black\, Chinese\, and South Asian communities. \nDr. Sakamoto’s work centers on BC’s Chinese community\, where she has partnered closely with community members to co-create supports grounded in lived experience. Her approach emphasizes respect\, cultural relevance\, and long-term impact\, with the goal of translating research into real-world practice. The session will explore how identity\, culture\, and personal experience shape what effective and respectful dementia care truly looks like. \nDr. Sakamoto is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at the University of Victoria and a leader in community-based dementia research. She is the founder and director of The Dementia Action Co-Lab\, a member of UVic’s CARING Dementia Collaborative\, and holds several leadership roles within dementia organizations across BC. Her work bridges research\, community voices\, and action to improve quality of life for people living with dementia and their families. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/quality-of-life-supports-for-the-chinese-community/
LOCATION:Yakimovich Wellness Centre\, 1454 Hillside Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 2B7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T110000
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CREATED:20260218T201917Z
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SUMMARY:Intergenerational Pen Pal Club session with Victoria Literacy Connection
DESCRIPTION:Discover the joy of meaningful connection through the timeless art of letter writing. Join Victoria Literacy Connection (VLC) to learn about their free Intergenerational Pen Pal Club\, a program that matches people with a pen pal at least 20 years older or younger—creating unexpected friendships and heartfelt exchanges. \nLongtime letter writer Leslie Simpson will share stories about the history of letter writing from around the world\, along with her own experiences as a dedicated correspondent and Pen Pal Club volunteer. You’ll also hear about VLC’s free services for seniors\, including Tech Tutoring\, as well as opportunities to volunteer and share your literacy skills with others. \nWhether you’re curious about joining the Pen Pal Club\, interested in volunteering\, or simply love a good story\, this session offers a warm and engaging look at connection through the written word. \nSpeakers: \nMarla Ilo has worked with VLC for six years and oversees volunteer intake\, the Tech Tutoring program\, and the Intergenerational Pen Pal Club. She believes strongly in the power of literacy\, connection\, and community. \nLeslie Simpson has volunteered with the Pen Pal Club management for 3 years and has been an active pen pal in the program for 5 years. A passionate letter writer since childhood\, she currently has two pen pals through the Club and brings a lifelong love of the written word to her work. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://eldercarefoundation.org/event/intergenerational-pen-pal-club/
LOCATION:BC
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