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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 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 Finding Your Way: Managing Alzheimer's and other dementias
Wed Jun 26, 2013 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Maria A. Shchuka

Presented in partnership with Alzheimer Society Toronto. Practical advice for individuals, caregivers and members of the greater community facing dementia related illnesses. Tools and resources, safety planning, identifying...

Icon of the event Brain Health: Risks and Strategies
Wed Jun 19, 2013 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Maria A. Shchuka

Presented in partnership with Alzheimer Society Toronto. Identify risk factors for Alzheimer�s and related illnesses, and learn strategies for improving and maintaining the health of the brain....

Icon of the event Cyberbullying
Tue Jun 18, 2013 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Burrows Hall

How can you and your children avoid dangers on the internet? A police specialist will advise and explain, answering your questions and concerns.

Icon of the event Posture Improvement: the Mitzvah Technique
Thu Jun 13, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Barbara Frum

Join Susan Green in an introduction to the Mitzvah Technique. Derived from the word 'Mitzvah,' meaning a 'good deed returning to the doer', the Mitzvah Technique helps you to gently improve posture and mobility while reducing...

Icon of the event Wellness and Nutrition
Wed Jun 12, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Woodside Square

Nutrition is your best medicine. Certified Nurse Practitioner, Lucille Poulin, will discuss the right food choices and how they can be powerful medicine for the body. Registration begins May 15th. Register in person or by ...

Icon of the event Nifty Frum Friends
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm on recurring dates listed below
Barbara Frum

We are an informal group of retirees meeting monthly to exchange news and views on a variety of topics. Our services are free, the only requirement is that you be tolerant of the other person's point of view. Tell your fami...


Upcoming Dates:
Tue Jun 11
Tue Jul 09
Tue Aug 06
Tue Sep 10
Icon of the event Yoga for Older Adults and Seniors
Mon Jun 10, 2013 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Maria A. Shchuka

Urban Roots Yoga Instructor Melanie Woolsey will teach participants modified options for poses to keep bones strong, and muscles and joints healthy. To register, call 416-394-1000.

Icon of the event Stay On Your Feet!
Fri Jun 07, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Don Mills

Join a representative from Toronto Public Health and learn how to prevent falls and keep your independence by reducing falling risk factors, staying active and healthy, and taking medications safely. Register at the informati...

Pedometer Lending Program
Pedometer Lending Program

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