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Health & Wellness

Icon of the event Seniors Discovery Fair in Scarborough
Thu Sep 26, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Cedarbrae

Get to know the resources for older adults in your community. Discover programs and services opportunities to enjoy active living, learn about the library's e-resources and how to use them....

Icon of the event Yoga & Meditation
11:00 am - 12:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Albert Campbell

Relax, renew, and reflect. Learn simple meditation exercises and tension-relieving stretches from a yoga instructor. Relieve your stress and anxiety and restore your sense of well-being and calm. Participants should bring a y...


Upcoming Dates:
Sat Sep 21
Icon of the event Alzheimer's Disease Information Series
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Woodside Square

Join us for this informative 3-part series presented by the Alzheimer Society of Toronto. Topics covered will include an overview of "Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia", "How to have a Healthier Brain" and "Caregiver Stress"....


Upcoming Dates:
Tue Sep 10
Tue Sep 17
Tue Sep 24
Icon of the event Exercise for Older Adults (Cantonese)
Thu Aug 01, 2013 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Woodside Square

Older Adults will learn simple exercise techniques they can use at home. Presented by St. Paul's L'Amoreaux Centre.

Icon of the event Alzheimer's Disease:  Heads Up for Healthier Brains
Tue Jul 23, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Woodside Square

The changes we can make in our lives may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. There are some risk factors beyond our control such as age, but many of the risk factors are associated with lifestyle choices. Reg...

Icon of the event 4 Seasons of Wellness: Summer Stress and Sleep
Wed Jul 17, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Street

Stress is at the root of all disease and you have the power to change it. Get a handle on stress and learn some simple and effective techniques to improve sleep. Co-sponsored program with Wavelength Wellness. Register in-per...

Icon of the event At Home Alone
Tue Jul 09, 2013 | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Burrows Hall

Is your child ready to be left home alone safely? Parents and children will find out together, and prepare....

Icon of the event Prevention with Holistic Nutrition
3:00 pm - 4:45 pm on recurring dates listed below
Cedarbrae

1st Saturday of each month 3-4:45 pm...


Upcoming Dates:
Sat Jul 06
Sat Aug 03
Sat Sep 07
Sat Oct 05
Icon of the event Basic Yoga & Meditation: Secrets to a Healthy Life
11:00 am - 12:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Main Street

Relax, renew, and reflect. Learn simple yoga and meditation exercises to relieve your stress and anxiety, and restore your sense of well-being and calm. An instructor from Meditation Toronto will conduct free sessions of yoga...


Upcoming Dates:
Sat Jun 22
Sat Sep 28
Pedometer Lending Program
Pedometer Lending Program

Count your steps using a pedometer borrowed from the library. Get some motivation and get active.