Okanagan Embrace Aging, Okanagan Seniors Event, UBC Okanagan
Embrace Aging is a month long series of events to celebrate and raise awareness about positive aging in the Okanagan valley.
Functional Aging fitness training focuses on improving balance, coordination, functional strength, and endurance for the everyday activities outside the gym. At Global Fitness, we are big believers and advocates of fitness for older adults, including functional fitness, whether you want to: - Achieve athletic excellence or just maintain a healthy weight, - Travel the world with confidence or just play with your grandkids, - Or simply feel better, move better, and look better while making your doctor and spouse happy. Global Fitness & Racquet Centre is offering Kelowna and Area Residents a 10 class punch pass for Embrace Aging Month. This will include a tour of the facility with access to Global Fitness Classes and Weight Rooms. We have a variety of all level classes available on our schedule: YOGA classes Fun Fit Fab – Functional Aging Classes Cycle Classes Strength Classes Hot Tubs Saunas And so much more. *Must be a Kelowna and area resident. *Pass is valid March 1 - April 7, 2024 Visit Global to get your Embrace Aging punch pass, or contact Gordon Palmer directly to get your pass. Support From CFES Registered Personal Trainer, Functional Aging Specialist, & Brain Health Trainer – Gordon Palmer Learn more here Global Fitness Kelowna
Friday, March 1, 2024, 1:00 - 2:30 pm PST Okanagan Regional Library 2800 - 30th Avenue, Vernon V1T 8S3 A discussion about different aspects of living with dementia. Panel Experts: Chrissy Thelker Aiken, Patient perspective and public advocate Noelannah Neubauer, PhD, MScOT, (Reg. AB), Occupational Therapist Naomi Mison, Caregiver perspective and public advocate Barbara Everdene, Long Range Planner, City of Vernon Moderator: Jennifer Jakobi, Professor, School of Health and Exercise Sciences, UBC Okanagan; Director, Institute for Health Living and Chronic Disease Prevention
Monday. March 4, 2024, 12:00 – 12:45 pm PST UBC Okanagan Library - 3287 University Way, Room LIB 111 An overview of assistive technology supporting university students of diverse abilities. There was an opportunity to try out some of the devices and software, as well as a tour of the Inclusive Technology Lab (ITL). Presenters Lisa Weekes, Library Services Manager Danika Strelaeff, ITL Assistant – Peer Tech Help
Cancelled - sorry for the inconvenience REACH BC connects British Columbians with researchers for opportunities to participate in both online and in-person health studies. Join this session to learn more about how you can help shape the future of health. learn more here
Tuesday, March 5, 10:30 am - 11:15 am PST The Vineyard's Residence, 726 Valley Road, Kelowna V1V 0E9 A Chair Yoga workshop to experience and enjoy the benefits of yoga. Gain confidence with your body through mobility and strength movements, while also relaxing and having fun. Presenter Paula Morrison is a 500 Hour certified yoga teacher; she thrives in offering yoga for relaxation, seniors, and people of diverse ability. Free and open to the public - Everyone is welcome
Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm PST Okanagan Boys and Girls Club – Society for Learning in Retirement An intuitive collage process, using magazine images to create your own deck of personal cards. Hand and hand with the fun of creating these simple cards are the surprising ways they will help you to get to know yourself and your place in the world. Presenter and instructor Dee MacGibbon
Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 1:00 - 2:00 pm PST Okanagan Regional Library - Vernon Join us to watch Golden - the end of ageism. An open discussion about ageism, lead by Doug Edgar, with a light refreshment after watching Golden. Discussion host Doug Edgar, Council of Senior Citizens Organizations of BC (COSCO)
Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 1:00 - 3:00 pm PST Okanagan Boys and Girls Club - Society for Learning in Retirement Are you curious about Tarot cards? Do you have a Tarot deck in a drawer or cupboard somewhere that you have never used? Join Lindsay to learn a brief history of Tarot and learn the basics of how to use the cards. If you have a deck, you are welcome to bring it. If you don’t have a deck, decks will be provided so you will have the opportunity to try them out and get a feel for them. There are many kinds of cards and everyone has their own personal preferences. We will do a few small readings so you can get an idea as to how to do a reading. This is a very interactive class and you will have the opportunity to participate. Presenter and instructor Lindsay Atkinson-Smith
Watch on Happipad - connecting homeowners with extra space with renters who need a place Happipad is Canada's largest companion housing program provider. Learn about affordable housing opportunities while creating new social connections. learn more here
Thursday, March 7, 2024, 6:30 - 7:30 pm PST Okanagan Sikh Temple, Seniors Society room Taandra™ are thrilled to present Taandra Pheli™, a unique fusion of Bollywood and Bhangra, designed for group fitness sessions. For this 50 minute session, Taandra’s™ instructors have created a dynamic blend of dance moves that provide people of all ages with an accessible workout, choreographed to Bollywood-inspired beats. Starting with a warm-up and then moving into some basic moves, the Taandra™ team will have you feeling like a Bollywood star in no time. Wear clothes that you can move freely in and bring some water! Ankita Sharma and Aditi Iyer, Taandra’s™ lead instructors, grew up dancing different styles in India and Jamaica. Taandra™ was created as a way to bring our love of culture, dance and health to the world around us.
Friday, March 8, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 pm PST CMHA Kelowna - Wellness Development Centre 504 Sutherland Ave, Kelowna V1Y 5X1 A presentation aimed to shed light on the importance of nurturing mental health in seniors, and the role of family members, caregivers, and communities. The workshop will covered common mental health challenges faced by seniors as well as strategies for promoting mental well-being, including social engagement, cognitive exercises, and access to mental health resources. Presenter: Nour Youssef, Master of Social Work student, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan learn more here
Monday, March 11, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST WATCH ON Nav-CARE (Navigation: Connecting, Advocating, Resourcing, Engaging) is an innovative compassionate community program that builds upon the unique role of hospice volunteers to provide early assistance to people living with declining health. This webinar highlights the scale-out of the program in Canada and exciting new developments in Europe. Presenters: Dr. Barb Pesut, Professor, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, University of British Columbia Okanagan Dr. Kelly Ashford, Project Manager for the EU Navigate project; the European branch of Nav-CARE, UBC Okanagan Dr. Gloria Puurveen, Project Manager and Knowledge Translation lead for the Nav-CARE project, UBC Okanagan Learn More Here
Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm PST Welcome to the ultimate showdown of Okanagan Regional Library knowledge! Test your library smarts, enjoy friendly competition, and learn about the wealth of resources available to you as a library member. You don't need to be a current library member to participate.
Thursday, March 14, 2024, 12:00 - 1:00 pm PST WATCH ON Practice and learning is key to recovery after stroke. But what if there are barriers to practice? Dr. Kraeutner’s work focuses on improving the way we learn to promote functional recovery after stroke. Presenter: Sarah Kraeutner, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of British Columbia Okanagan; Michael Smith Health Research BC Scholar; the Neuroplasticity, Imagery, and Motor Behaviour Laboratory; Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health Learn more here
Thursday, March 14, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 pm PST WATCH ON Join Interior Savings virtual event, where we unpack valuable insights and strategies for navigating homeownership through retirement. Learn how to qualify for a mortgage during retirement, navigate the nuances of reverse mortgages, bridge financing, and other situations where you may require a mortgage. This session is designed to provide you with the knowledge needed to confidently manage your home in the years leading up to and during retirement. Presenter Charles Sherman, Mortgage Specialist at Interior Savings Interior Savings is a trade name of Beem Credit Union.
Friday, March 15, 2024, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm PST Kelowna Family YMCA - Rutland 375 Hartman Road, Kelowna The YMCA is hosting a FREE seniors health assessment to help you start an exercise routine to increase your physical activity and maintain a healthy long-term lifestyle. Students from the School of Health and Exercise Sciences at UBC Okanagan will be helping with your assessment!! “We want to show older adults where to start when it comes to exercise while also providing a supportive community that will help them achieve their goals. Providing a space to be both social and active helps participants stick with a routine,” says YMCA health promotions manager, Adriane Long. Each assessment is approximately one hour and includes testing of cardiovascular endurance, balance, flexibility, blood pressure, strength, agility, and more. Please wear comfortable footwear and clothing. Registration is required, and space is limited. To reserve your spot email Adriane.Long@ymcasibc.ca or call 250-491-9622 ext. 224. YMCA Members can drop by the Kelowna Family Y fitness desk to register for this event. Learn more here
Friday, March 15, 2024, 1:00 - 4:00 pm PST The University of British Columbia - ART Building 1147 Research Road, Kelowna V1V 1V7 The Neuroplasticity, Imagery, and Motor Behaviour Laboratory in conjunction with the Department of Psychology here at UBCO, and sponsored by the International Brain Research Organization/The Dana Foundation is organizing our second annual event for Brain Awareness Week on Friday, March 15, 2024, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Brain Awareness Week is a global campaign to foster the community’s enthusiasm and support for everything neuroscience! We are holding laboratory tours, a small, modified version of the “Brain Bee”, and catered snacks and beverages, for community members and students, including several other neuro-related organizations. For every correct brain-related question answered, attendees will be given a raffle ticket for their chance to win a variety of raffle prizes from local businesses including, Oxygen Yoga and Fitness, 19 Okanagan Grill and Bar, Bioshack, 1:1 personal training from Hayley Vera, Intrigue Wines, Rachel Marie Photography, OKGN Lifestyle and many more!
Friday, March 15, 2024, 5:00 - 8:00 pm PST University of British Columbia Okanagan - BALLROOM UNC 200 3272 University Way, Kelowna V1V 1V7 Join Age-Link Society's for an evening of excitement and friendly competition at the SPRINGLYMPICS!!! Semi-formal attire for dinner and fun - all for free!! Parking will be provided
Monday, March 18, 2024, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm PST H20 Adventure & Fitness Centre 4075 Gordon Drive, Kelowna (The Mission) A free monthly social for ages 55+ Mingle Mondays is a great opportunity to meet new people, make friends and socialize while enjoying a light snack. This program is free for non-members and no sign-up is necessary. Hosted every 3rd Monday of each month at this location. Please drop-in any time between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. - No registration is necessary
Monday, March 18, 2024, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm PST Okanagan Boys and Girls Club - Society for Learning in Retirement 1434 Graham Street, Kelowna V1Y 3A8 MyHealthPortal provides patients with 24 hour access to their health information via their phone, tablet or computer through a secure portal from the MyHealthPortal website or mobile application. Features include the ability to view Interior Health lab results (including COVID results), Medical Imaging reports (such as X-ray, CT and Ultrasound), certain Transcribed Reports, certain upcoming appointments and instructions, your hospital visit history, and the opportunity to update your demographic information. Come and virtually learn about MyHealthPortal! During this hour long presentation, an overview of the system, and how to use it will be displayed. Chat with a senior analyst about any questions that you might have before deciding whether or not to sign up. Learn about future enhancements to the system. At the end of the presentation, an opportunity to virtually sign up will be provided. Please have your legal photo identification or BC Services Card available if you are interested in setting up your own account. Free and open to the public - Everyone is welcome
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 10:00 - 11:00 am PST WATCH on HERE Nav-CARE is a volunteer-led navigation program supporting people with life-limiting illnesses who are living in the community. With the support of Health Canada, a team of researchers at UBCO adapted the Nav-CARE program to support caregivers of people living with dementia. Over the past year, a pilot study was conducted to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the adapted program. Insights from this pilot study will inform the implementation of the adapted Nav-CARE program at multiple Nav-CARE sites across Canada. Presenter: Madison Smith, PhD candidate School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, University of British Columbia Okanagan LEARN MORE HERE A Research to Practice Webinar Co-sponsored by the Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, UBC Okanagan; and the North Okanagan Hospice Society
Tuesday, March 19, 2:00 - 3:00 pm PST Chartwell Chatsworth Retirement Residence 1831 Parkview Crescent, Kelowna V1X 7G7 Estate planning may seem like something only millionaires do, but the truth is, everyone needs an estate plan, no matter how much money you have. Learn how you can avoid the common pitfalls and how to maximize the benefits of planning your estate. Experts in estate planning from Interior Savings and FH&P Lawyers will help make the complexities of estate planning seem clear and answer your questions. Presenters: Doug McMechan, Estate Planning Specialist, Interior Savings Estate Planning Dylan Switzer, Managing Partner, FH&P
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 2:00 - 4:00 pm PST Okanagan Regional Library - Kelowna 1380 Ellis Street, Kelowna V1Y 2A2 - CLASSROOM 1 Townhall & Book Launch Come learn about the findings of recent research on LGBTQ2SA+ elder abuse conducted at Simon Fraser University. Learn the experiences of LGBTQ2SA+ seniors who have told their stories in a new book Elder Abuse in the LGBTQ2SA+ Community (Robson, Marchbank, Gutman, Prentice, 2023). What’s the latest from the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging? Presentations, readings, Q&A, information booths, refreshments. Free but please register for catering.
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 6:00 - 7:00 pm PST WATCH on HERE Estate planning may seem like something only millionaires do, but the truth is, everyone needs an estate plan, no matter how much money you have. Learn how you can avoid the common pitfalls and how to maximize the benefits of planning your estate. Experts in estate planning from Interior Savings and FH&P Lawyers will help make the complexities of estate planning seem clear and answer your questions. Presenters: Shayden Stewart, Estate Planning Specialist, Interior Savings Estate Planning Dylan Switzer, Managing Partner, FH&P
Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST WATCH on HERE Do you ever wonder about aging and the factors that can affect your healthy aging? What changes can you make in your lifestyle to stay healthy as you age? This presentation will empower you with tips and information for a healthy transition to embrace your journey of aging joyfully. Presenter: Ranjit Uppal, Master Nursing
Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 12:00 - 1:00 pm PST WATCH on HERE In this engaging presentation, we will use a case-study approach to help you understand how and where you could use technology in your life or with your health care practitioner to maximize health. Maybe you already fancy yourself a ‘techy’ or maybe are still contemplating taking the plunge on a smart phone? Maybe you are a health care practitioner looking to employ technology in your practice? Regardless, this presentation will offer some background and rationale as well as hot-off-the-press tips and tricks for helping you AGE GRACEFULLY with TECH! Presenter: Jonathan L. Low, BSc, MSc, PhD (c)
Friday, March 22, 2024, 1:00 - 3:00 pm PST Chartwell Chatsworth Retirement Residence 1831 Parkview Crescent, Kelowna V1X 7G7 Please REGISTER HERE The residence is requesting that guests please wear a mask to attend this event. Join UBC Okanagan researchers and students to discuss the benefits of Virtual Reality (VR) Technology and how it can impact your health and wellbeing. Try on a VR Headset and see for yourself!!! Presenters: Dr. Jaisie Sin, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, UBC Okanagan Dr. Khalad Hasan, Assistant Professor, UBC Okanagan Dr. Jill Williamson, Aging in Place research coordinator, UBC Okanagan Anna Vajda, BHES student, UBC Okanagan Emma Ng, BHES student, UBC Okanagan Jayden Bradbeer, BHES student, UBC Okanagan Bakdauren Narbayev, MSc student, UBC Okanagan Nicole Dacre, BHES student, UBC Okanagan Carson Whitley, BHES student, UBC Okanagan AKM Amanat Ullah, PhD student, UBC Okanagan Kristen Webster, BHES student, UBC Okanagan Tarik Hasan, MSc student, UBC Okanagan Omang Baheti, MSc student, UBC Okanagan Eric Smith, BSc student, UBC Okanagan Learn more here Learn more here
Saturday, March 23, 2024, 9:00 - 10:30 am PST Mission Creek Regional Park - Picnic Shelter REGISTER HERE Join us on a short guided walk/roll along Mission Creek while we look for birds and other nature. We'll be discussing what birdwatching is and how it can be a different experience for everyone. Expect a short (less than 1 km), slow, accessible, and quiet walk with a couple of naturalists who are nuts about birds. Wear warm clothing and proper footwear/tires for an accessible, gravel walk. Bring binoculars and any field guides (even pictures). We will have extra guides on hand for you too. Access to birding apps if you would like. No dogs except working companions please. Presenters: Jim and Melanie Fenton Learn more here Merlin Bird ID Learn more here eBird
Monday, March 25, 2024, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm PST Kelowna Family Y 375 Hartman Road, Kelowna (Rutland) A free monthly social for ages 55+ Mingle Mondays is a great opportunity to meet new people, make friends and socialize while enjoying a light snack. This program is free for non-members and no sign-up is necessary. Hosted every 4th Monday of each month at this location. Please drop-in any time between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. - No registration is necessary
Tuesday, March 26, 2024, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm PST via Zoom webinar - REGISTER HERE “Who will speak for you when the time comes where you cannot speak for yourself?” Advance Care Planning is important for every adult to consider and an important part of overall life planning. In this session, Central Okanagan Hospice Association's specially trained hospice palliative care volunteers and staff present information to help participants understand what Advance Care Planning is, and why it's important to reflect on and speak about values, beliefs and wishes with family and friends, regarding future health care decisions. COHA invites you to be brave and join us to begin a conversation that matters! Presenters Natasha Girard, Executive Director, Central Okanagan Hospice Association Patty Walker, Volunteer, Central Okanagan Hospice Association; End-of-Life Doula, Member of the End-of-Life Doula Association of Canada; BC Center for Palliative Care - Advance Care Planning Facilitator Training learn more here
Wednesday, March 27, 2024, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm PST Kelowna Family YMCA - Rutland 375 Hartman Road, Kelowna A free physical activity support program at the YMCA of Southern Interior BC is helping older, physically inactive adults. Choose to Move is a three-month choice-based group facilitation program that guides participants in creating a healthy routine. Participants will receive an initial one-on-one consultation and attend regular motivational group meetings. Developed by the University of British Columbia’s Active Aging Research Team and the Active Aging Society, Choose to Move provides participants with evidence-based resources and support to transition into an active lifestyle. “After starting the program, I feel stronger and less fatigued, my bloodwork has improved, and the activity has also helped with the side effects of my medication,” states a program participant. “The program helped motivate me and got me out of the house to socialize more.” Those interested are encouraged to register for the upcoming information session. Registration is required, and space is limited. To reserve your spot email Adriane.Long@ymcasibc.ca or call 250-491-9622 ext. 224. Learn more here
Wednesday, March 27, 2:00 - 3:00 pm PST via Zoom webinar - REGISTER HERE This presentation provides a general overview on what is osteoporosis, how to maintain good bone health to reduce the risk of the disease and related osteoporotic fractures, and fall prevention. Presenter: Sheraz, Osteoporosis Canada Volunteer Educator Osteoporosis Canada: learn more here
Thursday, March 28, 2024, 11 am - 12:30 pm PST Mission Creek Regional Park - Picnic Shelter REGISTER HERE Do you want to learn about e-bikes and try one on for size? Elevation Outdoors and CRIS Adaptive Adventures have an array of types and sizes of bikes, trikes and adaptive cycles to help everyone feel the wind in their hair. Come join us at the Mission Creek Regional Park Picnic Shelter to find out about what features to look for in an e-bike, 'kick the tires' and ask questions. Please come dressed for the weather. Free and open to the public - Everyone is welcome Kelowna Bike Rentals is a socially responsible bike rental provider that supports two local non-profit organizations, CRIS Adaptive (Community Recreational Initiatives Society), and Elevation Outdoors. Our goal is to help residents and visitors alike discover the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of the Okanagan region. By choosing to rent a bike from us, you can enjoy the stunning trails, pathways, and parks of Kelowna while also making a positive impact on the community.
Okanagan Embrace Aging, Okanagan Seniors Event, UBC Okanagan
Okanagan Embrace Aging, Okanagan Seniors Event, UBC Okanagan
Okanagan Embrace Aging, Okanagan Seniors Event, UBC Okanagan
Okanagan Embrace Aging, Okanagan Seniors Event, UBC Okanagan
Aging In Place Research Cluster at UBCO
Okanagan Embrace Aging, Okanagan Seniors Event, UBC Okanagan
Aging In Place Research Cluster at UBCO
Aging In Place Research Cluster at UBCO
Okanagan Embrace Aging, Okanagan Seniors Event, UBC Okanagan
