Age-friendly Peterborough

AFP is a collaborative of passionate individuals, organizations & businesses that provide a diverse perspective through an age-friendly lens.

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Lets talk about how we can support neighbours and they can support us.
Join us at the Peterborough Library on Dec 6 from 10:30-12:30. Light lunch provided.
To register visit https://t.co/W5x2i5VP09, click on the event in the calendar. Or call 705-745-5382. #CityPtbo #ptbolibrary

[Alzheimer Society PKLNH @AlzheimerPKLNH]

Virtual Education: Recognizing & Reducing Caregiver Stress, Tue Oct 31 from 10:30 to 11:30am. This education session helps caregivers recognize the signs of stress & offers tips and strategies for reducing stress. Pls register: https://t.co/ZT5zZjaZav

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

We invite you to attend a free Be Prepared workshop where you will:
- Receive your own Be Prepared workbook
- Learn how to use the workbook
- Discover and discuss preparation strategies

Call 705-295-6852 ext 213 to register.

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Melissa Scott from Community Care will give participants a 'Good For You! Simple exercises to do at home' guide and review some standing and seated exercises.

Register today at https://t.co/43mwa2MHKS

Thursday, October 26, 1:30-2:15pm at Fleming College, Peterborough

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Margot McWhirter, Occupational Therapist will talk about some key ideas to promote home safety, reduce the risk of falls or other injuries, and more.

Register today at https://t.co/43mwa2MHKS

Thurs. Oct. 26, 10:45-11:30am at Fleming College, Peterborough

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Join Dr. Naomi Gryfe Saperia to learn practical communication skills to help advocate for those you care for – and yourself.

Register today at
https://t.co/43mwa2MHKS

Thursday, October 26, 12:30-1:15pm at Fleming College, Peterborough

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Learn about self-compassion and how to cultivate it in your life, the power of mindful movement, and tips for developing your own self-compassion routine with Laura Jackson.

Register today at https://t.co/43mwa2MHKS

Thurs. Oct. 26, 1:30-2:15pm at Fleming College, Peterborough

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Dr. Gryfe Saperia will be speaking about strength-based approaches to caregiver health and empowerment at this year's summit.

Register for the AFP Summit on Aging today at https://t.co/43mwa2MHKS

Thursday, October 26 10:45-11:30am at Fleming College, Peterborough

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Lisa Salapatek will speak about the caregiving experience, the essential role caregivers play in patient care, and more.
Thurs. Oct. 26, 9:30-10:15am at Fleming College, Ptbo
Register for the AFP Summit on Aging today at https://t.co/43mwa2MHKS

[Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) @CaregiverON]

October is #HealthyWorkplaceMonth. The health and wellbeing of working caregivers is always top of mind at OCO, we have tools for working caregivers and employers to support the development of caregiver-inclusive workplaces. Visit https://t.co/S7DuupC0Ez.

[Alzheimer Society PKLNH @AlzheimerPKLNH]

Minds in Motion® will be in Havelock from Thu Nov 9 thru Thu Nov 30. Don’t miss out on the free trial run of this fantastic program—a combination of 1 hr of exercise & 1 hr of socialization. Registration is req’d. Email [email protected].

#mindsinmotion #havelock

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Meet the speakers of this year’s Summit on Aging: Care for the Caregiver. If you support an older adult or are a professional who supports caregivers, plan to attend this event.
Thurs. Oct. 26, 9am-4pm at Fleming College, Peterborough
Register today at https://t.co/43mwa2MHKS

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

The Summit on Aging is an annual event with a different theme each year. This year the topic is Care for the Caregiver. Age-friendly Peterborough is recruiting volunteers to help on the day of the event, October 26, 2023. To apply, email [email protected]

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Age-friendly Peterborough recognizes how difficult it can be as a family or friend who supports an older adult. The Summit workshops provide tips for being resilient, communicating with the health team, and services available for both the care recipient and the caregiver.

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Speak to experts in a variety of fields including private home care, wellness and recreation, paramedicine, and more.

Register online at https://t.co/43mwa2MHKS

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Speak to experts in a variety of fields including private home care, wellness and recreation, paramedicine, and more.

Register online at https://t.co/43mwa2MHKS

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Join us at the Seniors Showcase on Wednesday, June 21 from 9:00-4:00 at the Wellness Centre. Over 100 exhibitors and 11 workshops. Free admission. Hosted by the Chamber of Commerce Peterborough and Age-friendly Peterborough. Click on the schedule to view the workshops.

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

@pdohaney @CommCarePtbo @CityPtbo @PtboCounty @Kawartha_Centre @AlzheimerPKLNH @PeterboroughOHT @PtboPolice @PTBOCPD June 21 from 9-4:00 at the Sport and Wellness Centre

[Age-friendly Peterborough @AFPeterborough]

Great workshops at the Seniors Showcase this year!

@CommCarePtbo @CityPtbo @PtboCounty @Kawartha_Centre @AlzheimerPKLNH @PeterboroughOHT @PtboPolice @PTBOCPD

[GreenUP @ptbogreenup]

Registration for Shifting Gears opens TOMORROW! 🚲️🚶🚌

Did you know, you can sign up for Shifting Gears as a community member, student or employee/employer?

Find out more about various ways you can shift into #Active and #Sustainable travel here: https://t.co/HFE3faoHt2