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OCTOBER 1-7, 2019 ACTIVE AGING WEEK 7 KEEP THINKING A 55-Plus Enrichment Program CANADIAN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY Wednesday mornings at CMU October 2 to November 6, 2019 • Parables of Jesus as Provocative Speech • Jewish-Mennonite Interaction, in the Ukraine and Manitoba • Christian Faith and Polarized Politics • Handel's Messiah: Preaching or Entertainment • Introduction to Life Writing: Recording our Stories For more information visit: cmu.ca/xplore SAFETY & SECURITY • Elder Abuse Prevention • Safe Suite Program • Older Victim Services • SafetyAid: Falls Prevention • This Full House – addresses Hoarding Disorder SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT • Senior Centre Without Walls • Connect Program • Senior Immigrant Settlement Services COUNSELLING SERVICES • Counselling • Information & Referral • Intake • Housing • Legal Services Providing innovative programs and services to older adults since 1957 CONTACT INFORMATION: A & O: Support Services for Older Adults 200-280 Smith St. Winnipeg, MB. R3C 1K2 Phone: (204) 956-6440 Toll-free: 1-888-333-3121 Fax: (204) 946-5667 Website: www.aosupportservices.ca E-mail: info@aosupportservices.ca This is particularly helpful for clients with health risks or for those who are recovering from a medical condition or dealing with chronic illness. Medically trained staff are there for support throughout the recovery process. Karin Whalen, the Wellness Institute's Director of Community Services, stresses the Institute is there to engage with the community first and foremost. The social aspect is as important as fitness and diet in living a healthy, happy life. "There are many different ways you can live a healthy, active lifestyle and we want to help you optimize whatever that might be for you," Whalen says. The centre offers a wide range of programs that change with the seasons. "There's always something different happening," says Amy Yonda, the Wellness Institute's Outreach Co- ordinator. "But some people come here simply to have coffee and socialize with other members." In that regard they want people to know the Wellness Institute is not a one-size-fits-all establishment. The 80,000 square-foot space boasts premium equipment, a full gymnasium and more than 120 weekly classes to provide options for all. "A lot of people don't see themselves fitting into the 55-plus contingent. There are all levels of ability represented within this demographic. That's why we're trying to redefine what active is — to meet members where they're at," Whalen says. "Older adults want to remain independent as they age." "I feel proud to say I work at the Wellness Institute," says Yonda. "I get to work with all kinds of people and be involved in all sorts of programs, from the farmer's market to the Get Better Together program. It's a unique establishment." They look forward to welcoming everyone who wants to learn how the Wellness Institute can help them "Get well, be well, stay well." For more information, visit wellnessinstitute.ca. The 80,000 square-foot space boasts premium equipment, a full gymnasium and more than 120 weekly classes to provide options for all.