Health & Wellness
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Understanding Depression in Late Life
Mon Nov 01, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This workshop will help participants understand depression: What it is? What does it look like in older adults? What are the signs and symptoms? Learn how to stay well and get the support you need...
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Moving Forward while Running in Place: Children's Mental Health & COVID
Wed Nov 03, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for a presentation and conversation about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of children, youth, and families. Hear recent findings about the impact of COVID-19 on children's mental health, and l...
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NORCs: Shaping the Future of Aging in Place
Mon Nov 08, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
NORCs are naturally occurring retirement communities - not originally built for older adults, but that have become home to large numbers of seniors. There are almost 2000 NORCs in Ontario and almost 500 in the City of Toron...
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Let's Talk Race: A Conversation with Jay Williams
Wed Nov 10, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Hear what is currently happening in our schools with students, educators and the community. Gain goals, tips and strategies for discussing race, anti-racism, and allyship. Learn how to unlearn and dismantle racism where and w...
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Happy Parents Happy Kids
Wed Nov 17, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Parenting doesn't happen in a bubble. Parents can't help but be affected by what's happening in the wider world. Is it any wonder then that so many are feeling anxious, guilty, and overwhelmed? Learn how you have t...
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Fake News: Identify and Ignore
Tue Nov 23, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
A 2019 study showed that people 65+ shared about 7x as many 'fake news' articles about the 2016 US election on Facebook. A 2020 article identified digital literacy as a possible intervention to close the 'digital divide' and...
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Creating a Safe and Gender Affirming Inclusive Environment for Kids and Families
Wed Nov 24, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Children and families will be empowered to create affirming and inclusive environments for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Gain a broader understanding of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and how to be allies within your home and the broader c...
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Understanding Bipolar Disorder in Later Life
Fri Nov 26, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This workshop is intended for older adults with bipolar disorder, their families and anyone who wants to understand the basics of this illness and its treatment and management. The session will discuss:...
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Understanding Dementia in Later Life: More Than Forgetting
Tue Dec 14, 2021 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The workshop will help participants understand dementia. It will explain the difference between normal memory loss and dementia. Learn what dementia looks like in an older adult. The workshop will also explain ways to redu...
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Cannabis and Older Adults
Wed Dec 15, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Canadians aged 65+ are the smallest but fastest growing group of cannabis users. Exciting research is being conducted exploring how cannabis might be used in areas such as dementia and pain management. Older people are embrac...