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! Closed Captioning is available for all sessions.
Click on the links below to register today!
September 7, 10 to 11 a.m.
Happy Movement, Happy Mind
Presented by a Summerville Kinesiologist
Understanding the Mental Health Benefits of Exercise. You already know that exercise is good for your body. But did you know it can also boost your mood, improve your sleep, and help you cope with depression, anxiety, stress, and more?
October 5, 10 to 11 a.m.
Decluttering with Ease
Presented by a Trained Professional Organizer
Are you thinking of decluttering one or more spaces in your home, but don't know where to begin? This session will address, in a non-judgmental way, some of the reasons we accumulate stuff. We’ll discuss the benefits of decluttering and look at breaking down the process into bite-size, manageable chunks to get you motivated to plan and execute your project in a way that works for you.
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November 2, 10 to 11 a.m.
Coping with Hearing Loss – an invisible disability
Presented by a Hearing Care Counsellor from Canadian Hearing Services
Learn about the signs of hearing loss, hearing testing process, effective communication strategies and about “Non-Hearing Aid" options, assistive hearing devices. Closed Captioning is available.
December 7, 10 to 11 a.m.
Cybersecurity (Part I): How to protect yourself against Online Scams
Presented by Asurtec Technology Solutions
This first part of a two-part webinar will help you protect yourself against online scams by understanding phishing emails and texts.
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January 4, 10 to 11 a.m.
Cybersecurity (Part 2): Protecting your Privacy against Cybercriminals
Presented by Asurtec Technology Solutions
Part two of the two-part webinar on cybersecurity will cover scam phone calls (Vishing), password protection, social media, and privacy 101.
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February 1, 10 to 11 a.m.
Taking Control of Your Brain Health (Alzheimer’s/Dementia)
Presented by a Public Education Coordinator, Alzheimer Society Peel
An evidence based, interactive session on how to lower your dementia risks through lifestyle choices (diet, exercise, sleep, stress management).
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March 1, 10 to 11 a.m.
Tips for Living with Arthritis
Presented by an Occupational Therapist with the Arthritis Society
Tips for living with arthritis is a 1 hour presentation on understanding the condition, general strategies to manage pain and stiffness, and specific tips to help you live well with hip, knee, and hand arthritis.
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For more information about these sessions, please email: programs@summervillefht.com
For more information about Peel Senior Link, please visit: www.peelseniorlink.com
