Seniors United Now – South Chapter
Personal Safety
Whitemud Crossing Library 4211 - 106 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaCarrie Ellinger, City of Edmonton Community Safety Liaison, will speak about Personal Safety. Topics covered: how perceptions impact safety; assessing safety; being prepared; traveling safer; situations you may encounter; what to do if an incident occurs; and resources. The event will take place in the program room. Members and non-SUN members are welcome!
Elder Abuse & Sage Seniors Safe House
Whitemud Crossing Library 4211 - 106 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaRachel Augustine, Community Response Coordinator, will address Elder Abuse. Topics will include the following: definition of elder abuse, signs of abuse, how to help, resources available, and the Sage Seniors Safe House. Members and non-members are welcome! The event will be held in the program room at the Whitemud Crossing Library. 1:30 pm Registration 2:00…
Edmonton Transit Service – What’s New?
Whitemud Crossing Library 4211 - 106 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaJoin us as we learn more about the Arc Card, the new fare payment system, and what's in place to ensure your safety and security. Speakers: Cameron Grayson, Arc Program Director Vicki Gudelj, Accessibility Coordinator Tana Vea, Security Program Supervisor Registration: 1:30 pm Presentation: 2:00 pm Whitemud Crossing Library 4211 - 106 Street
Nurse Practitioners: Their Role and Services Within Alberta Healthcare
Whitemud Crossing Library 4211 - 106 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaThalia Hartson, co-owner of River Stone Wellness Centre, will answer your questions! What are nurse practitioners' qualifications? Can they order diagnostic tests? Can they provide referrals to specialists? When would I visit a nurse practitioner rather than a doctor? Are their services covered by Alberta healthcare?
Everything You’d Like to Know About Continuing Care – Edmonton Zone
Whitemud Crossing Library 4211 - 106 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaJoin Shannon Saunders (Health Educator, AHS) as she covers the following topics: eligibility for programs, intake and assessment processes, Home and Community Care (formerly Home Care), Continuing Care Home Type B/Type B Secure (formerly Supportive Living), Transition Services, Palliative/End of Life Care, and where to find more information. There will be time for questions and…
Seniors Coordinated Outreach & Home Supports Programs
Whitemud Crossing Library 4211 - 106 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaSeniors Coordinated Outreach Program What is it? What outreach services do we provide in our collaborative work? Who is eligible for outreach services? How can you access outreach services? Home Supports Program What does the service look like? How do you access the program with the new service model? What tips can help you find…
Let’s Talk About Travel/Are Your Routine and Travel Vaccines Up to Date?
Whitemud Crossing Library 4211 - 106 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaLearn all about guided motorcoach tours from the owners of Pro Tours. And to get you on your way, Pam Lavold (owner of the Whitemud Medicine Shoppe) will discuss travel and routine vaccines such as RSV, Tdap, influenza, COVID boosters, hepatitis A and B, pneumonia, and shingles.