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Switched on Seniors​.

​Helping Seniors Stay Connected.

Next meeting:  Thursday, January 22nd, 2025, in person at

                                    St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church

We are committed to making life a little less lonely for isolated seniors.
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​One of the ways that we want to help is to get seniors comfortable with basic technology.  We want to help you to stay in touch with family and friends, access programs and services available online, and find information quickly and efficiently.

Our weekly meetings, this web site, and our newsletters are there to help you feel more connected to your community, and give you a place to learn & have fun at the same time.  Remember it's FREE, there are never any charges or cost to you to be a Switched-on Senior!

Upcoming Sessions

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Thursday, January 22nd, 2025
Please join us at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church,
143 Main St. N. from 10:00 - 11:30 am.
**Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to hang coats and find a comfortable seat. Thank you!

​Topic:  Gentle Stretch and Strengthen Chair Yoga with Maureen from Moyoga

In gentle yoga, you may do standing postures (holding on to a chair), forward bends, low-impact backbends, and seated stretches.  Chair yoga can help you feel stronger, increase flexibility, loosen and stretch painful muscles, reduce chronic pain, decrease pain, and improve balance and circulation.  These exercises help to reduce risk factors and improve mobility as we age!  Remember that mobility is our ability to move freely and easily, vital to living an independent, healthy life! 
Remember that consistency is the key to a stronger YOU!

​Plus brain games, trivia, jokes, tech info, and more! 

Thursday, January 29th, 2025
Please join us at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church,
143 Main St. N. from 10:00 - 11:30 am.
**Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to hang coats and find a comfortable seat. Thank you!
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Topic: Quick and Easy Snacks and Meals with Renata Richardson

​Our resident-certified culinary nutrition instructor, Renata Richardson will teach us how to whip up some delicious, snacks/meals.  

Come have some fun and meet new friends as we engage in cooking demonstration activities.  

Plus Zoom tips, games, trivia, jokes, tech info, and more! 

Thursday, February 5th, 2025
Please join us at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church,
143 Main St. N. from 10:00 - 11:30 am.
**Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to hang coats and find a comfortable seat. Thank you!
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Topic:  'Brain Health' for Older Adults

The "Brain Health" presentation explores practical ways to maintain cognitive wellness, strengthen memory, and understand how the brain changes with age. It highlights positive, engaging activities that older adults can incorporate into daily life to help reduce memory decline and support overall brain health.

**Added Bonus: Special Lunch Event (this Thursday)
After 'Switched on Seniors,' please join St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church for their 'Lunch and Mingle' on Thursday, February 5th, @ 11:30 a.m. A basket will be available for monetary donations.  Thank you!

 
PRE-REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED
To register, please call the Church Office at 905-294-4736
and provide your name and telephone number
. 
Thanks so much and see you real soon!
 
**Bring a friend for even more FUN!!!


Plus Zoom tips, games, trivia, jokes, tech info, and more! 

Thursday, February 12th, 2025
Please join us at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church,
143 Main St. N. from 10:00 - 11:30 am.
**Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to hang coats and find a comfortable seat. Thank you!

Topic:  Fall Prevention For Older Adults with a Registered Dietician

Aging in a healthy way contributes to quality of life. For many older adults, a fall can lead to chronic pain and reduced mobility, resulting in a loss of independence and enjoyment of life.

Fall Facts
  • Falls are the main reason older adults lose their independence
  • Falls are the leading cause of injury in people over 65 years old
  • Falls account for 85 per cent of injuries resulting in hospitalizations
  • Falls are related to 40 per cent of all nursing home admissions
Most falls can be avoided. Older adults can avoid falls by addressing home hazards, using medication safely, managing blood pressure, staying socially connected and doing strength and balance exercises. Avoiding falls can help older adults stay healthy and independent for longer.

** Added Bonus: This week, following our program, you are welcome to stay for 'The Soup and Sandwich' lunch.  A basket will be available for monetary donations.  Thank you!
 
Plus brain games, trivia, jokes, tech info, and more!

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Quick Links

Browse local information, puzzles, recipes, and more in our full resource section.
Check out this video presentation from the York Regional Police Senior Safety division on Frauds & Scams
Alzheimer’s Disease & Brain Health -
Click HERE
to view the power point presentation.
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Grandparents Scam information from York Regional Police

Grandparents Scam info
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York Regional Police Senior Safety Information

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Seniors 2022 Fraud Prevention Information Package

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Cyber Safety for Seniors:  Understanding Where Your Data Goes and Why It Matters

cybersafety.pdf
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Walking Speed - Is it a new vital sign?

making_self-care_a_regular_part_of_your_daily_routine.eml
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Hearing Care Counselling Program Services and Tip

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hearing_care_counselling_services.pdf
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hearing_care_counselling_services_2.pdf
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Osteoarthritis and Exercise

Click this link to watch the Osteoarthritis and Exercise video.
healthhq.s3.amazonaws.com/en/mobility/lessons/osteoarthritis-and-exercise/v2/index.html?endpoint=12&referrer=3

How to Promote Brain Health - McMaster Optimal Aging

Click this link to watch the Brain Health video:
www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/e-learning/how-to-promote-brain-health
Social Isolation: Are You at Risk?
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Discover the risk factors. Learn how social
isolation impacts health and well-being,
and practical ways to reduce your risk.

Click on the link to learn more.  
https://www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org/e-learning/social-isolation-are-you-at-risk

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