Summer 2015 Recreation Reporter

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Getting to Know Dementia

Badminton Get some exercise, meet new players and improve your game in this fast paced group sport! Mondays & Thursdays July 6 - August 13 7:00 - 9:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $2.50/Drop-in doctor referral is required. Instructor: Kim Hamilton #38354 Tuesdays & Thursdays July 21 - August 27 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Activity Room $84/12 Fall Proof Balance & Mobility Training Improve balance, strength, walk- ing ability, and confidence. Track your progress with pre and post balance assessments. The exer- cises are matched to your abili- ties and are done sitting, stand- ing and walking. Participants must be able to walk a city block without stopping, and without the use of a walker or cane. A This introductory session reviews information about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and the challenges of receiving a diagnosis. Learn about the different types of support avail- able throughout the dementia journey, and how to begin plan- ning for the future. People with a diagnosis of dementia, care partners and family members are all invited to attend. #37277 Wednesday August 19 6:30 - 8:30 pm Filberg Centre No charge, please pre-register

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Intro to Sea Kayaking If you have never tried kayaking (or haven’t been out paddling in a while) and are interested in exploring the beautiful Courte- nay River Estuary from a whole new vantage point, this is a great course for you! Join us on the wa- ter to learn about kayaks, equip- ment, and paddling skills with a certified instructor. Instructor: CV Kayaks #38397 Friday July 10 #38398 Monday August 10 1:00 - 4:00 pm Meet at CV Kayaks $45 Our certified Foot Care Nurses will provide you with a nursing assessment, education on pre- venting foot problems, general information for proper foot care as well as cut your toenails, file corns and callouses, and finish off with a luxurious massage. • Wednesday July 15 • Wednesday August 19 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Filberg Centre $35/ 30 minute appointment Special Interest Foot Care Clinic

Minds in Motion This class is designed for people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related demential and a friend, family member or caregiver. Enjoy light exercise followed by activies or games and social time in a relaxed atmosphere. Light refreshments

will be provided. No class July 1. #38320 Wednesdays

June 24 - August 12 1:00 - 3:00 pm Native Sons Hall $48/7

Nordic Pole Walking Similar to cross-country skiing in technique, this invigorating cardio workout uses nearly 90% of your muscles by working both the upper and lower body, and burns more calories than regular walking. Note: Poles will be pro- vided for participants. Instructor: Catherine Egan Fridays July 10 - 31 #38723 11:00 am-12:00 pm (level 1) #38724 12:15 - 1:15 pm (level 2) Meet at Lewis Centre $45/4

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