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Summerville Family Health Team is proud to present, in collaboration with Peel Senior Link: Healthy Aging – a virtual education webinar series.
Whether you support someone who is aging, or are aging yourself, this series of webinars bring together experts on topics that will be of interest to you. These monthly sessions address some of the everyday challenges we encounter as we age and they are FREE. Sign up for all or just the sessions that are of particular interest for you – it’s entirely your choice!
Click on the links below to register today!
April 7th – 10am to 11am Registration is Closed
Digital Literacy: Learning How to Use Your Technical Equipment
Presented by Tech Coaches
In this session, you will learn to master the basics of using your technical equipment. We’ll look at the philosophy behind technology and some common errors people make when using their devices. Finally, we’ll look at using YouTube and social media.
May 5th – 10 to 11am Registration is Closed
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Presented by Asurtec
Join us as Asurtec helps us protect ourselves in the digital world. You will learn about maintaining confidentiality when using social media, how to protect yourself against scam emails, texts, and phone calls, and some best practices to manage your passwords. If you ever wondered how to protect your information when you are doing online shopping or online banking, this is the session for you!
June 2nd – 10 to 11am Registration is Closed
Falls Prevention: What You Need to Know
Presented by: Summerville Family Health Team
Did you know that most falls can be prevented? Falls remain the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among Canadian Seniors. In fact, various health conditions can increase the risk of falls. Join the Summerville Family Health Team as they tell us what we need to know to prevent falls.
July 7th – 10 to 11am (Register by July 5th)
The Truth Behind Social Isolation
Presented by: VolunteerMBC
Have you experienced feelings of loneliness? Have you experienced a life transition that has made you physically or socially alone? The truth is that social isolation is very common in our community, and especially for seniors. We will look at the topic of social isolation - risk factors, impacts, and practical ways to prevent, recognize, and address it.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-truth-behind-social-isolation-tickets-148919031833
August 4th – 10 to 11:30am (Register by Aug 2nd)
Getting the Most Out of Your Health Care Appointment
Presented by: Maximize Your Health
Your health is important and you are the main member of your health care team. That is why knowing what to do before, during and after your appointment is so vital. This workshop will provide you with information on how to prepare for your appointment, what questions to ask and how to make sure you understand everything before you leave.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/getting-the-most-out-of-your-healthcare-appointment-tickets-148919685789
For more information about these sessions, please email: community@peelseniorlink.com
For more information about Peel Senior Link, please visit: www.peelseniorlink.com
SAVE THE DATES! New Fall Series coming soon to feature: Cybersecurity (repeat by popular demand!), Healthy Eating, Seated Yoga and more. Sept 1, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1, Feb 2. Check back for more details.
