BetterLiving at Deauville July - December 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE
2General Information Better Living Health and Community Services Our Mission: To support individuals in our community in maintaining their independence, enhancing their social well being, and optimizing their overall health and wellness through the provision of a wide range of community support services and leisure opportunities. Our Vision: Our Community will experience a Better quality of life. Our Beliefs: We believe in providing an exceptional client experience. We believe in the power of our people. We believe in outstanding quality and innovation. We believe in the strength of our community. We believe in the generosity of our supporters. Facts Population we serve: 55+ Address: 5 Deauville Lane Toronto, ON M3C 1Y9 Phone: (416) 447-7244, ext. 800 Email: shalim@betterlivinghealth.org Hours of Operation: Monday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Centre Closures Canada Day Monday, July 2 Civic Holiday Monday, August 6 Labor Day - Monday September 3 Thanksgiving Day October 8 Holiday Season Break From December 17 to January 4 We are here for you! Jenny Qiao Community Programs Worker (416) 447-7244, ext. 651 jqiao@betterlivinghealth.org Sri Halim Community Programs Coordinator shalim@betterlivinghealth.org (416) 447-7244, ext. 716 Dena Silverberg Vice President Community Development (416) 447-7244, ext. 824 dsilverbeg@betterlivinghealth.org How To Register By Phone: (416) 447-7244, ext. 651 or ext. 716 By Email: In Person: shalim@betterlivinghealth.org 5 Deauville Lane, Main Office Please Note: 1. Program are FREE and subject to first come first served availability, unless otherwise noted. 2. Register early to avoid disappointment!. 3. All programs are held in the Community Room at 5 Deauville Lane unless otherwise noted. 4. If you require an accommodation to participate in a Better Living Program or Service please contact Sri Halim. (If someone needs help e.g. reading something aloud, changing font, etc) I will help coordinate any reasonable accommodation requests. Cancellation Policy Better Living Health and Community Services, operating out of 5 Deauville Lane reserves the right to cancel any program with low registration/attendance. Better Living Health and Community Services Community Programs are funded by special grant funding. In the absence of available funds Better Living will continue to provide programming with support of volunteers. Programs are not guaranteed and are subject to cancellation based on registration and available resources. Pole Walking and Chronic Conditions Tuesday, July 17, 2018 09:00 am - 10:00 am Urban Poling aka Nordic walking is a growing form of physical activity & rehabilitation globally. Join us and learn how this form of fitness is changing lives for so many people living with chronic conditions from prevention as well as management side, but also for those who simply want to make the most of their walk simply by adding poles! Pre-registration required. Maximum 20 participants Label Reading Tuesday, November 6, 2018 09:00 am - 10:00 am In this presentation, the participants will learn how to read and interpret the nutrition information provided on food labels, in order to make informed decisions about their food choices Pre-registration required. Maximum 20 participants. Session in English with Mandarin interpreter BBQ (Sponsored by Mahogany Management) Thursday, August 16, 2018 11:00 am 1:00 pm Pre-registration required. Opens to 5 Deauville residents only. Health Fair TBD TBD 5 Deauville Lane, Toronto, ON, M3C0J8 Learn the secret to healthy living and find out about community resources available right in your neighbourhood. Free lunch provided to the first 150 people in attendance. Mandarin translator available from 10:00 am to 2:00pm How to Jumpstart Your Healthy Eating Habits TBD This is a healthy eating presentation services for older adults who want to know about a healthy and happy eating lifestyle. Susan Camargo is a Registered Dietitian from Loblaws and will present different topics that you may want to learn to start the year, more knowledgeable and healthier. Pre-registration required. Maximum 20 people for each session Bone Health More than Milk TBD How to Prepare Healthy Meals for 1 and 2 TBD White Elephant Sale Saturday, November 17, 2018 11:00 am 1:00 pm All proceeds will be directed towards seniors programming in Flemingdon Park. Holiday Party (Sponsored by Mahogany Management) Thursday, December 13, 2017 4:00 pm 6:00 pm Pre-registration required. Opens to 5 Deauville residents only. Wellness Workshops/Seminars Special Events 3
Health & Wellness Tai Chi Instructor: Hua Gao Learn this ancient Chinese form of exercise at your own pace. Tai-Chi uses gentle flowing, century-old movements to relax and strengthen muscles. Tuesdays 10:15 am 11:15 am Mindful Moments Movement meditation with musical experiences Instructor: Anna Nieminen Discover and practice mindful breathing, body scanning/sensing and dynamic (active) meditation through mindful walking, stretching, swaying/flowing and other gentle modes of movement, all while exploring self awareness & expression through musical experiences including simple listening/appreciation exercises and music-making with both energizing and calming instruments. Mondays (July 9 December 10) Pole Walking Instructor: Cristina Luta This instructor led program is full body workout that combines cardio and resistance training. By using the specialty poles you learn how to walk more effectively and efficiently to aid in the burning of calories and strengthening of your body! Nordic Poles will be provided. Pre-registration required. Max 15 participants. Tuesdays Meet at 9:00 am 10:00 am Walking Group Walking is the number one physical activity in Canada. It is easy to do and can be done by people of all ages. Benefits includes improved asleep, reduced stress, increased energy, and helping you achieve or maintain a healthy weight. Walking is also lowers cholesterol, reduces the risk of diabetes and heart disease. Join us and start walking TODAY! Program subject to weather conditions. Fridays (until September 29) 9:00 am 10:00 am Falls Prevention Instructor: Jessica Chin-Yee (Fridays) Joanne Picot (Mondays) Falls are leading cause of seniors ending up with Injuries and needing to go to the hospital. Participants will be led through exercises for your balance, mobility, muscle strength and if you have a fear of falling. 2:00 pm 2:45 pm Mondays (July 9 December 10) 11:00 am 11:50 am Active Fitness Instructor: Jessica Chin-Yee Looking to get in shape? Enjoy our easy-to-follow Workout that will increase your energy and stamina. 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm Chinese Folk Dance Instructor: Yihua Liu Inspired by many regional dances in China, this Chinese Folk Dance is for everyone. Get the heart of folk dancing: joy, creativity, and vibrancy for all areas of life. Tuesdays (October 3 December 11) Chair Exercise Instructor: Joanne Picot This low-impact chair exercise class is suggested for Individuals with little fitness experience. This exercise will benefit your mind, body, and spirit. It s a great way to meet people and stay healthy and active! Mondays (July 9 December 10) 10:00 am 10:50 am Line Dance Multi Level Instructor: Susan Steckel Get your feet moving while having some fun and a great workout! Dances will use a variety of ballroom, Latin, and Contemporary music. The instructor will adjust the level depending on the experience of the participants. Tuesdays (July 3 September 25) 2:00 pm 3:00 pm Indian Dance Instructor: Munni Subhani Join this unintimidating and approachable class that will expose your inner creativity. This class is great for all levels and can help individuals reduce stress through tuning inwards and finding their moments of bliss within their dance flow. 9:15 am 10:15 am Group 1 10:30 am 11:30 am Group 2 BellyFit Instructor: Anna Nieminen Bellyfit classes are intelligently designed to give you the full body workout you need, the mental calm you deserve and the spiritual connection you crave. This is the cardio dance class with Spirit you ve been looking for! Health & Wellness Class Cancelled: October 12th 44 4 5
Education and Self Enhancement English Conversation Group Instructor: May Lau This group is designed for people who speaks English as a second language. The goal of English conversation group is to provide you a learning environment to practice your English speaking and listening skills with daily life related practical topics which planned and facilitated by a group facilitator. Wednesdays (July 4 December 12) 9:00 am 10:30 am Android Tablets Instructor: Ryan Cheung Learn the basics of operating your Android Tablet: connecting to internet, downloading, uninstalling, organizing apps/music and taking photos. Wednesday (July 4 August 8) Note: Class cancelled on July 18 Hymn Sing Instructor: Sri Halim Come and sing your favorite hymns, old and new! 5 Deauville Lane, Library 9:30 am 10:15 am Bible Studies (In partnership with Flemingdon Park Ministry) Better Living and Flemingdon Park Ministry are pleased To offer a Bible studies program for seniors within the Flemingdon Park community. This group will provide opportunities for seniors for all faiths to address their Spiritual needs and occasions for prayer reflection. Fridays (September 14 December 14) 5 Deauville Lane, Library 10:30 am 11:30 am Knitting Club Facilitator: Mary McLaren Knitting or crochet? This club is for you. Develop your Skills while enjoying time with others. Thursday (July 5 December 13) 10:30 am 12:00 pm Crafter Corner Are you a yarn-crafter? Come and join other volunteers to make handicrafts for fundraising! Thursdays (July 6 September 27) Garden Club If you like garden and love plants, come out and Join us! Help us promote the love of gardening while we maintain the flower beds and the roof top garden at 5 Deauville Lane. Flexible schedule from June to September To register please call: 416-447-7244 ext. 651 Music Mosaic (10-week session) Facilitator: Carolyn Shim If music be the food of love, play on William Shakespeare. Come join us in this group as we gather, learn, create and Connect through music and the arts. This group explores various aspects of music playful way. No music experience necessary. Wednesdays: July 4, 18 / August 1, 15 / September 19 / October 3, 17 / November 7, 21 / December 5 Pre-registration required. Max: 12 people. Singing Group Facilitator: Shujun Liu Come together to share your love of song. Sing for fun while getting the physical and mental benefits of a choir experience. Thursdays (October 4 December 13) Songs will be in Mandarin and English. Bingo BINGO is a fun game where players mark down numbers on card, that are randomly called out. Come and have fun with us! Day: Tuesdays (second Tuesdays of the month) Date: July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11 3:15 pm 4:15 pm Mah Jong Our Mandarin group is looking for more players. No requirements or experience needed. Come join the fun. Tuesdays (July 3 - December 11) 5 Deauville Lane, Community Room 10:30 am 12:00 pm Movie Day Sit and relax with friends while you enjoy a movie in the community room! Choose the movie you like: (English movie with Mandarin subtitle or Mandarin movie with English subtitle) Movie: Jane Eyre Thursday, July 19 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Movie: Chi Bi Thursday, August 23 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Note: Chinese Movie with English subtitle Movie: Ricki and the Flash Thursday, September 20 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Movie: Balzac and the little Chinese seamstress Thursday, October 18 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Note: Chinese Movie with English subtitle Movie: The Night Before Thursday, November 22 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Leisure 6 6 7
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