Notices
Seniors Better Balance Program: A balance and mobility group training program emphasizing fall and injury prevention for community dwelling older adults who are at high risk for falls/injuries and social isolation. The next session of classes begins Nov. 24 at West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 604-925-7211. All interested registrants require an appointment in advance for a one-on-one assessment. Assessment: $11. Classes: $11. [email protected]
Helping Mature Adults Live Independently at Home: A presentation that describes how Philips Lifeline helps those who are living alone and are vulnerable to falls live with independence, confidence and dignity Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Parkgate library, 3675 Banff Court, North Vancouver. A demonstration of the equipment as well as a question and answer session will follow the presentation. Registration required. 604-929-3727 x8166 nvdpl.ca
Understanding: A workshop to learn about dementia and its impact Wednesday, Nov. 19, 7-8:30 p.m. at Lynn Valley library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Participants will learn about the difference between Alzheimer's disease and dementia, and examine some common myths about the disease. The session also provides an overview of the brain changes associated with Alzheimer's. Registration required. 604-984-0286 x8144 nvdpl.ca
Sports, Recreation, Games, Fitness & Health
Hearing and Blood Pressure Checks The first Tuesday of every month from 11 a.m. to noon at The Summerhill Retirement Residence, 135 West 15th St., North Vancouver. Free. 604-980-6525
Heart and Stroke Walking Club: Mondays and Thursdays at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Call for current schedule as it depends on the season. 604-983-6350 [email protected]
Hiking: Tuesdays throughout the year and Thursdays, May-October from the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Tuesday hikes are four to five hours and eight-14 kilometres and Thursday hikes are six-nine hours and 12-25 km. $12. 604-925-7280
Keep Well: Exercise to music followed by blood pressure checks, massages, nutrition counselling and medication awareness, Wednesdays, 9:30-11:15 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free or by donation. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com
Laughter Yoga: A combination of breathing exercises with the practise of laughing for no reason resulting in lowered stress levels Fridays, 1-2 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $1. 604-980-2474
Lynn Valley Seniors Walking Group: Join this advanced group that walks the network of trails on the North Shore rain or shine Wednesdays at 9:45 a.m. Contact Mollie Nye House for details. 604-987-5820
Mahjong: Mondays and Thursdays, 3-5 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. 604-922-1575
MahJong: Mondays, 10 a.m. to noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $2. 604-980-2474 silverharbourcentre.com
Compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email [email protected]
