Yakimovich Wellness Centre

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March 2023 embrace aging Sessions
Date: Friday, March 3, 2023
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Topic: YWC- Cellular Senescence: A New target for Slowing down Aging
Presenter: Dr. Ed Ishiguro, Professor Emeritus, Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, University of Victoria (UVic) and UVic Speaker’s Bureau
Session Description: Learn about senescent cells, how they contribute to human aging, and recent interventions to counteract them. This presentation is in nontechnical language.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Monday, March 6, 2023 Via Zoom
Time: 10:30am – 12noon
Topic: YWC-Beyond the Pail: Discovering the Extraordinary in the Ordinary
Presenter: Dr. Valentin Schaefer, Adjunct Associate Professor School of Environmental Studies, University of Victoria (UVic) and UVic’s Speakers Bureau
Session Description: Beyond the pail challenges the notion of the “bucket list” — the experiences people sometimes put on a list of things they would like to do before they die. Because much of what is usually put on such a list excludes people with health or money issues, it can set unreasonable expectations and behaviours that are unacceptable in a person’s life. Beyond the pail offers an alternative. It presents another way of looking at the world that is more inclusive and doesn’t necessarily require lots of money, excellent health or taking risks outside your comfort zone.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Friday, March 10, 2023
Time: 2:00-3:30pm
Topic: YWC – Lung Health
Presenter: Jodi Zimmer, Supervisor Respiratory Ambulatory Program, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Island Health
Session Description: In this session learn about:
- How our lungs work
- Conditions that affect our lungs
- How to manage/improve your breathing
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Monday, March 13, 2023
Time: 9:30am -11:00am
Topic: YWC – Apps for Seniors
Presenter: Dave Bassett, a teacher of technology to many adults in Victoria
Session Description: Learn about the various apps for shopping, food, medical and fitness, communication, entertainment, reading sources and other everyday useful apps.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Topic: YWC – Keeping your Brain Healthy
Presenters: Danielle Thompson, Occupational Therapist, Seniors Outpatient Clinic and Cognitive Health Initiative, and Karla Marshall, Physiotherapist, Seniors Outpatient Clinic, Island Health
Session Description: Physical activities, memory strategies and lifestyle habits to boost your brain power.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Time: 1:30-3:00pm
Topic: YWC – Canada Revenue Agency Information Session for Adults 65 and Over
Presenter: Sarah Bennett, CVITP Benefits and Outreach Officer with the Canada Revenue Agency
Session Description: Join us to learn about the benefits and credits available to you. We’ll go over common types of income for adults 65+, benefit and credit payments, tax credits – such as medical expenses and the Disability Tax Credit, CRA services and tools available to you, ways to do your taxes and get free tax help, and how to be scam smart. You’ll have a chance to ask tax and benefits questions and we will be providing responses.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Time: 1:30-3:00pm
Topic: YWC – Fraud Busters
Presenter: Berle Zwaan, Detective Constable, Financial Crimes Unit, Detective Division, Saanich Police Department
Session Description: With the help of Saanich Police, empower yourself with practical techniques to increase your financial and technological safety skills to protect yourself and loved ones. Saanich Police, from the Financial Crimes Unit, will share information on the latest safety trends and continue to build skills regarding a unique aspect of financial and personal cyber safety.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Topic: YWC – Get the Facts about MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying)
Presenter: Debrah Beukes, MAID Coordinator, Palliative and End of Life Care, Island Health
Session Description: In this session you will learn about:
- What is Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID)
- Eligibility
- Updates in the new laws for MAID
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Monday, March 27, 2023
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Topic: YWC – Traveling Lightly and Safely: Tips for Women Travellers
Presenter: Dr. Margie Mayfield, Professor Emerita Department of Curriculum & Instruction, University of Victoria Speaker’s Bureau
Session Description: This session gives ideas and tips for women travellers to make travel easier and safer while maximizing the travel experience, including what to take and how to pack. Handouts with suggestions are included.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Time: 1:30-3:00pm
Title: YWC – Managing your Chronic Health Conditions from Home
Presenter: Emma Payton, Clinical Engagement and Quality Lead for Seniors Health and Community Virtual Care, Island Health. A social worker by background, Emma has a keen interest in healthcare solutions that help clients better manage their health from home.
Session Description: Join us to learn about Island Health’s Community Virtual Care Program. This is a free program tailored to support and educate you to better manage your chronic condition (Chronic Kidney Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Diabetes, Heart Failure, and High Blood Pressure). A Registered Nurse will monitor your symptoms, and with coaching, you will improve your ability to manage your health in the comfort of your home. Equipment to monitor your health will be loaned to you at no cost.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023
Time: 2:00-3:30pm
Title: YWC – Estate Planning tips to protect your assets and maximize your estate
Presenters: Dale Armstrong, Wealth Management Consultant, Scotia Wealth Management and
Laurie Palmer, Manager, and Market Lead, Scotiatrust
Session Description: You have spent a lifetime building that nest egg and protecting it from the bumps and bruises the stock market can inflict. But what happens to it when you are gone? This interactive session will help you learn how to make the right choices and decisions to protect your assets, transfer your wealth to loved ones and create a legacy that endures across generations.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Friday, March 31, 2023
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Title: YWC – Changes in the Composition of Gut Bacterial Microbiota Associated with Human Aging
Presenter: Dr. Ed Ishiguro, Professor Emeritus, Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, University of Victoria (UVic) and UVic Speaker’s Bureau
Session Description: A summary of observations and possible significance of changes observed in the gut bacterial population in aging humans
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Friday, March 31, 2023
Time: 2:00-4:00pm
Title: YWC – Getting your Affairs in Order
Presenter: John Coupar, has been practicing law with Horne Coupar LLP since 1983, principally in the areas of wills and estate planning, incapacity planning, probate, estate administration, and related fields.
Session Description: This session will cover:
- Wills and Estates
- Representation Agreements
- Power of Attorney
- Incapacity planning
- Acting as an executor
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
April 2023 Sessions
Date: Wednesday, April 5th, 2023
Time: 1:30-3:00pm
Title: YWC – Thinking Critically about Health Communication
Presenter: Dr. Loren Gaudet, Assistant Teaching Professor Academic and Technical Writing, University of Victoria and Speakers Bureau
Session Description: Thinking critically about health communication provides an introduction to the ways that language shapes our understandings of health, illness, disease and treatment.
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
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Date: Friday, April 14th, 2023
Time: 9:30-11:00am
Topic: YWC – Is your Leisure Portfolio Ready for Retirement?
Presenter: Dr. John Meldrum, Assistant Professor School of Exercise Science, Physical & Health Education
Session Description: Many of us focus on our financial portfolio to prepare to retire but how many of us consider our leisure portfolio? Retirement brings opportunities to learn new things, build grow our networks and help our communities. Learn how to be ready to grow your leisure portfolio!
Registration required: via the Learning Hub: https://learninghub.phsa.ca/Learner/Home
For more information about the Yakimovich Wellness Centre visit their website: https://www.islandhealth.ca/yakimovich