Cambridge Council on Aging

Have a safe and Happy New Year! We look forward to continuing to serve Cambridge seniors and older adults and advocating for #AgeFriendly initiatives that make our communities better for all. #cbridge #galtlove

For those celebrating, may your Kwanzaa be blessed with hope, peace and abundance! #cambridgeontario #cbridge #GaltLove

From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! #cambridgeontario #cbridge #GaltLove

50+ Recreation Centres offer a variety of great activities for active older adults. Whether you are looking to get fit or stay fit, learn a new instrument or art form, expand your knowledge or enjoy a friendly game of cards, we have something for everyone. cambridge.ca/en/parks-recre…

Wish all who are celebrating a festival filled with joy and happy moments. Happy Hanukkah! #Hanukkah2022 #cambridgeontario #AgeFriendly #galtlove #cbridge

Combining physical and cognitive exercises can help keep your brain healthy as you age. To learn more, read through the attached article and the click E-learning Module link located at the bottom. mcmasteroptimalaging.org/hitting-the-he… #cambridgeontario #AgeFriendly #agingwell #galtlove

About 2/3 of older adults 70years+ have hearing loss. The WHO estimates that 1 in 4 people could have hearing problems by 2050, or more than one billion people. That's huge because hearing loss leads to functional decline many mental health issues: mcmasteroptimalaging.org/blog/detail/bl…

In 2020 alone, more than 265,000 older adults aged 60 and over died from a digestive disease in Canada and countless others are living with conditions that impact their day-to-day activities. Click on the link below to learn more. mcmasteroptimalaging.org/blog/detail/bl…

Spread cheer through small acts of kindness, for a more joyful Holiday Season. #cambridgeontario #AgeFriendly #agingwell

Medical cannabis has been legal in Canada for a while and, with the legalization of recreational cannabis in 2018, there has been an increased interest in therapeutic uses for cannabis. Watch the full video here: youtu.be/YXsu5AACk0k @Mac_AgingNews #cambridgeontario

Spread kindness to the seniors in your life with these fun things to do with family and friends this winter. *Prepare their favourite meal *Bring them coffee or tea for a chat *Make them a homemade blanket, scarf, book *Do a chore they usually have to do #worldkindnessday2022

Today, as we should every day, we remember those who volunteered, sacrificed, served, fought, and died, for our freedom. We thank you, and we salute you as we salute those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We will remember you. #remembranceday2022

Did you know – between 20% and 30% of older adults fall each year? It results from several age-related factors, including loss of muscle strength and balance and is the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations in Canada. More here: mcmasteroptimalaging.org/hitting-the-he…

@ajustcommunity is hosting a virtual seminar on Cultivating Joy in Trying Times, with a focus on building relationships, connecting and supporting each other while sharing experiences that helped to shape who we are. November 8 | 3:00-4:00pm Zoom link: us02web.zoom.us/j/9576843333

Have a safe and wonderful Halloween. #cambridgeontario #agingwell #AgeFriendly

Can changing the way you think about aging really change the way you age? Find out in this in-depth, 6-week course that brings seniors together online from across Ontario for a much-needed dialogue. Register: RethinkingAgingNow@gmail.com Website: tothrivetogether.org

To those celebrating, have a safe and joyous Diwali with family and friends. May your year ahead be filled with light and love. #cambridgeontario #seniorliving #AgeFriendly

In a healthcare system where the path for older adults can be unclear and challenging, following a self-advocacy approach can give you tools to better navigate healthcare conversations through active speech. Register here: kitchener-ca.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #waterlooregion

Free online workshop | October 20th, 9:00-10:30am Register here: kitchener-ca.zoom.us/meeting/regist… With a focus on older adults, this information session will provide details about Canada’s tax system, benefits and credits available, eligibility criteria and how to apply. #AgeFriendly

Healthy food keeps our bodies running. But what we eat – and our relationship with food – matters for our mental health too. Read more about nutrition and mental health here: luminohealth.sunlife.ca/s/article/Nutr… #cambridgeontario #seniorliving #agefriendly