- Physical - Caring for your physical body for life-long health
- Social - Being with others and developing friendships
- Emotional - Managing emotions and stress
- Spiritual - Being in tune with who you are and what's meaningful to you
- Intellectual - Engaging in activities that stimulate your mind
- Occupational - Spending time and energy on what's fulfilling or rewarding to you
- Financial - Managing resources to invest in your well-being
- Environmental - Being in pleasant spaces
Schedule
Mon, Oct 6
FREE Memory Workshop
Stimulating Memory & Words
with Allison Baird, Voice & Communication Specialist
1:30 – 2:30pm
When words are hard to find, pictures can help. Discover how photos and short notes can make it easier for people with memory or communication changes to share and connect with loved ones.
FREE Vocal Fitness Workshop
Strong Voice, Strong Presence
with Allison Baird, Voice & Communication Specialist
6 – 7pm
A strong voice means better communication and social interactions. Just like your body, your voice changes with age. Learn simple vocal and physical exercises to keep it strong, whether you’re teaching, speaking, singing, or simply sharing everyday conversations. Perfect for anyone who relies on their voice or is starting to notice changes.
What to Bring
Bring a yoga mat, water, yoga block or rolled towel.
Tue, Oct 7
FREE Community Health Fair
Drop in
9am – 1pm
Explore every dimension of well-being in one place. Healthy aging is about nurturing every part of your life. Get product samples, discover local resources, and connect with your community for a healthy, happy day.
FREE Talk
The Importance of Social Connection for Health & Well-Being
with Dr. Verena Menec, PhD.
1:30 – 2:30pm
Being socially connected is as important for staying healthy as exercising. Discover from a leading expert how meaningful relationships improve health and why doctors are now “prescribing” community at places like Reh-Fit.
One of the most prolific and respected gerontology researchers in our country’s history.
— CLSA ÉLVC, CANADIAN LONGITUDINAL STUDY ON AGING, ON DR. VERENA MENEC
Wed, Oct 8
FREE Consultations & Services
Manual Osteopathy
with Bal Thind, DC, DOMP
10:30am - 1:30pm
Reflexology
with Maureen Desjardin, RCRT
10am - noon
Your ONE BODY FOR LIFE needs care from the ground up. Healthy feet and joints help you move with confidence, reduce pain, and stay active. Meet with Reh-Fit’s trusted professionals for 15 minutes of personalized care. Support your physical health so you can keep doing what you love.
FREE Talk
Nutrition As We Age
with Sarah Morry, Registered Dietitian (RD)
1:30 – 2:30pm
Eating well fuels your body and mind. Nutrition is one of the most powerful ways to invest in your physical, emotional, and even financial well-being. Join us for a talk about what, when, and how to eat in a way that fits your lifestyle. Learn how to make small, realistic changes you can stick to.
Thu, Oct 9
FREE Hearing Test
with Grant Park Hearing
10:20am – 3pm
Good hearing supports your body and your relationships. Hearing loss impacts your whole well-being. Socially, it can make conversations harder, leading to isolation and missed connections with family and friends. Physically, it can increase fatigue and even raise your risk of falls. Take care of your hearing to help stay active, connected, and engaged.
FREE Talk
Why You Should Exercise Like a Football Player at Any Age
with Dr. Neil Craton, B.Sc., M.D., M.H.K., M.C.F.P. (SEM), Dip. Sport and Exercise Med.
6 - 7pm
Athletic-style workouts benefit your ONE BODY FOR LIFE at every age. We used to try to run faster, hold on longer, jump higher. Then aging set in… But it doesn’t need to stop us. Dr. Craton explains that it’s never too late to train like an athlete—moving smarter and better is always possible.
Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 12
Members Bring a Friend for FREE
Well-being is even better when shared. During Active Aging Week, everyone is welcome to enjoy Reh-Fit’s FREE talks, workshops, community health fair, demos, and activities. From Thursday-Sunday, you can also experience Reh-Fit as a guest—just come with a member!
Each member can bring a friend and show them why they love Reh-Fit. Have a walk and talk on the track, a visit over coffee, or register for FREE programs. Social connections add joy to the activities that keep us healthy.
Register for Free Programs or Register at the front desk