St Joseph's Health Care, LondonParkwood Hospital, Specialized Geriatric Services, Third Age Outreach |
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| Address & Phone(s) | ||||
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| Address | Kiwanis Seniors Community Centre 78 Riverside Dr London, ON N6H 1B4 | |||
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible | |||
| Intersection | Riverside Dr and Wharncliffe Rd | |||
| Office Phone | 519-661-1621 or 519-661-1620 | |||
| Fax | 519-434-5686 | |||
| Description & Services | ||||
| Description | Promotes the health and well-being of older adults living independently through education programs and liaison with other community resources Resource Information - Information is provided on community resources Fully Alive - 10-week life refresher course promoting wellness Senior Widows and Widowers - 10-week educational and social opportunity for bereaved seniors 60 years and over Accessible Seniors Aquatic Program - Class for seniors who have mobility concerns and need to exercise in a safe, closely supervised environment * all participants must have medical approval from their doctors and will be assessed by a physiotherapist * Wellness Pool, 184 Horton St, London Lean on Me - A volunteer training program focusing on seniors with special needs Acorns and Oak Trees - An intergenerational program matching seniors with children in a community setting Educational Opportunities - Monthly topics of interest such as nutrition, driving, continence issues, laughter yoga, etc. * held at various locations in London Your Anatomy - A 10 week program designed to help seniors gain knowledge of their bodies Trailblazers - A weekly program for seniors living alone * includes guest speakers and social activities LEAP - A leisure education program taught by Therapeutic Recreation Specialists for seniors looking to be more active Grey Matters - An 8 week program that teaches brain health and memory strategies for those not diagnosed with dementia Computer Lessons - One-on one volunteer/peer taught instruction | |||
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm | |||
| Eligibility | Ages: 60 year(s) and up Seniors 60 years and older and their families | |||
| Application | Self referral - referrals from other sources accepted | |||
| Contact Information | ||||
| sgs@sjhc.london.on.ca | ||||
| Website | www.thirdageoutreach.ca | |||
| Primary Contact | Bev Farrell, Therapeutic Recreation Specialist; Phone: 519-661-1620; Email: beverly.farrell@sjhc.london.on.ca | |||
| Alternate Contact | Debbie Smith, Therapeutic Recreation Aide; Phone: 519-661-1621; Email: debbie.smith@sjhc.london.on.ca | |||
| Primary Executive | Kristan Harris, Coordinator Specialized Geriatric Services Outpatient Programs and Regional Outreach | |||
| Subjects | ||||
| Subjects | Bereavement ; Caregiver support ; Geriatric services ; Health education ; Seniors | |||

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