Embracing the rich tapestry of diversity, our Community Wellness & Engagement Initiative opens its doors to individuals of all ages, gender identities, nationalities, and those who may be perceived as unconventional. Our inclusive “come as you are” approach transforms our center into a welcoming, friendly, and secure space, fostering connections with old friends and the opportunity to forge new ones.
The primary goal of the Community Wellness & Engagement Initiative is to reconstruct and revitalize the sense of community disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic and the suspension of interactive community programs, services, and events. Our weekly activities unfold at a conveniently safe location in the community center on a bus route, ensuring accessibility for all, including those with mobility challenges. The center is open from 10 am to 3 pm.
Wellness and active living designed as a weekly program, our initiative aims to inspire and motivate participants to incorporate daily physical activity into their lives, promoting health and independence. Tailored to cater to a diverse range of interests and abilities, each week offers a variety of activities. The focus is on community involvement, particularly aiding individuals with developmental or physical disabilities, including seniors with sight and hearing impairments, in developing skills that enhance their independence and participation in various activities.
The wellness component concentrates on enhancing physical, emotional, and mental health through activities such as strength training, flexibility exercises, balance work, dance, chair fitness, and recreational sports. Other activities, `modern dance, and walking groups, aim to encourage mobility and improve range of motion.
Arthritis & Chronic Pain
A gathering where individuals facing debilitating conditions living in the North can share tips and tools for managing arthritis and chronic pain.
The Arthritis Workshop takes place on the third Thursday of each month, in the afternoon from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. It offers a supportive environment for individuals dealing with arthritis to learn new strategies for managing symptoms. The workshop is a drop-in session with a $2 fee, allowing participants to join as their schedule allows
The medication guide is designed to help you make informed decisions about your arthritis treatment plan and enable you to ask your health care team questions about available medications, including details on dosages, effectiveness, side effects and warnings.
Biologics and biosimilars are complex, and can be confusing to understand. What are they? How do they work? What do you need to know? Whether you’re new to biologics, or exploring a switch in medication, you probably have questions.
This resource explores disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs, including biologic DMARDS and JAK inhibitors.
Certain arthritis medications are very expensive and questions of will this cost be covered and by whom are important. This resource explores coverage options that may apply to you.
Inflammatory Arthritis Medications Simplified:
This video provides a simple overview of biosimilars.
Mind-Body Connection Games
Creative games such as card playing (cribbage, canasta, or bridge), and electronic games using the Wii system for badminton, bowling, and other activities to maintain hand-eye coordination.
Grief & Loss
A post Covid workshop lead by professional equine therapist. The participants are bused to the location where they begin to learn life values such a trust, communication, sharing and asking for help in a safe and supportive environment. Pre-registration required
Recognizing the value of friendship in a fulfilling lifestyle, our Community Wellness & Engagement Initiative strives to cultivate a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere. Through a myriad of activities encompassing art, culture, music, exercise, nutritional gardening, and support on various subjects, projects, and programs, we aim to foster social participation, develop social networks, and build connections within the community.