• Finding Wisdom in our Stories

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

    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 […]

    Free
  • Addressing Inequities in Dementia Care Through Community-Led Approaches: A Focus on BC’s Chinese Community

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

    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. In this session, Dr. Mariko Sakamoto […]

    Free
  • Intergenerational Pen Pal Club session with Victoria Literacy Connection

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

    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. Longtime letter writer Leslie Simpson will share stories […]

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