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It’s OK to need help, especially when you're cooking. Check out this list of assistive devices that can make food preparation a little easier. They make great gift ideas too! https://bit.ly/2Ivn2z1

Oops we did it again Here is the link to the CBC report on our Pen Pal Program with Port Elgin Regional School children and 20 of our local seniors. https://www.cbc.ca//new-b/pen-pal-senior-student-1.5834142

Never Too Old: Aging is a Normal Part of Life https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1583910467616

Walking is probably one of the easiest and most effective forms of exercise out there for seniors. No matter what your level of mobility is, walking is a grea...t way to get active, at your own pace. A regular walk can help you build **endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility while also encouraging you to get outside and connect with others. Regular, brisk walking has been shown to help older adults improve cardiovascular health, fight diseases, strengthen bones, muscles, and joints. Walking promotes a healthy weight and improves sleep habits. It slows cognitive decline and dementia, gives your mood a boost, and fosters social connections as it is a great way to get out and meet people or socialize with your friends. Is walking part of your daily routine? How often do you do it and how do you do it?**

Another great lesson from McMaster Optimal Aging Portal: Do you or someone you care for have osteoarthritis of the hip or knee? Learn how to best manage this condition through exercise and weight management. https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/e-learning/mobility

If you have a few minutes, please visit the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal and take the quiz on promoting brain health and reducing the risk of developing dementia. https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org//how-to-promote-brain

Staying cyber-healthy during the pandemic is the best way to protect yourself from COVID-19 scams, frauds and misleading claims. Take a look at these tips to stay safe online! https://bit.ly/3kVFmyY Get Cyber Safe

FLU CLINIC FRIDAY OCTOBER 30 FROM 1 PM TO 4PM Held at the Port Elgin Regional School, in the back, behind the school...gym door entrance. Parking available in ...back. No appointment needed Please keep 6 feet apart from others when waiting You must bring and wear a mask. Please bring your medicare card Please wear loose fitting clothing for easy access to the upper arm The wait time will be 5-15 minutes post vaccination Able to do any child/adult in the community area DO NOT come if ill with any COVID symptoms. See more

An important message from New Brunswick Heart and Stroke about the STROKE NAVIGATION PROGRAM We want to help you achieve the best stroke recovery possible. We know that navigating stroke recovery can be difficult. That’s why we’ve created our Stroke Navigation program. This program is specifically focused on helping you to adjust to life back in the community after a stroke. Our Stroke Navigators are here to support your recovery goals, to provide resources to help you manage your condition, and to offer you tools to navigate the healthcare system. https://www.strokenb.ca/

The change of the season is a great time for a refresher on some of the fundamentals of managing your arthritis. Here is a collection of resources and engaging tips on healthy nutrition and exercising (mostly) indoors: https://bit.ly/31LZyft

https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org//staying-active-as-th

Alzheimers Society of New Brunswick is pleased to announce that their Caregiver Support Networks are moving online! Starting in November and continuing monthly thereafter, family and friends of an individual with dementia will be able to connect to share their experiences, offer support and learn from one another. Offered via Zoom, a representative from the Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick will facilitate these meetings and provide information and support to caregivers.... All caregivers are welcome to attend these free sessions, but registration is required. For more information or to sign up, please contact us at 1-800-664-8411 or [email protected].

A message from Canadian Deprescribing Network. Ask about your meds for Canadian Patient Safety Week! Take the quiz today. It's Canadian Patient Safety Week! The theme for 2020 is virtual care is new for most of us, asking questions shouldn't be. Canadian Patient Safety Week encourages patients and healthcare professionals to start a virtual conversation. In keeping with this theme and to help you make the most of your virtual visits, we are sharing facts about how to start a... conversation about the safe use of medications. https://mailchi.mp/deprescribingnetwork/qn891kza7o-2518942

Some great tips from the Arthritis Society on fall prevention.

Some great tips on fall prevention on stairs.

Fatigue is the feeling that you need to rest even before you start an activity. Our learn-at-your-own-pace Overcoming Fatigue guide can help with tips and tricks to get you going: arthritis.ca/fatigue