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Event Description
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Time/Location
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| Ongoing |
Free Community Exercise Classes for Seniors
The Township of Wilmot, Wellesley and Woolwich, are offering free exercise classes for seniors that focus on cardio, balance, strength and flexibility. These classes will be ongoing throughout the Summer.
For more information please contact 519-664-1900 or 1-855-664-1900. There is no registration required and drop-ins are welcome.
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| Ongoing |
Walk-In Counselling Service
Family Counselling and Support Services is offering Open Access Walk- In Services on Wednesdays. Counsellors will provide a single session for individuals, couples and families. For more information click here. No appointment needed.
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109 Surrey St E
Guelph, ON
1:00pm- 7:00pm
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| Ongoing |
Move for Health
This program provides customized exercise support for individuals with chronic health conditions including: osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, pre/post joint replacement, fibromyalgia, high blood pressure/cholesterol, stable heart conditions, COPD, diabetes and obesity. It is a 12-week program, with two sessions per week. Program is available at Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo YMCAs. Book your free consultation to see if this program is a fit for you:
519-743-5201 x 238 wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Available at the following locations:
Chaplin Family YMCA
A.R. Kaufman Family YMCA
Stork Family YMCA
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| Ongoing |
Diabetes Fit
This FREE exercise program is for adults at risk of, or diagnosed with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. It is a12-week program with 2 sessions per week, led by YMCA certified exercise professionals. Sessions include education and exercise designed to help you get started with exercise and healthy eating.
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Available at the following locations:
Chaplin Family YMCA
A.R. Kaufman Family YMCA
Stork Family YMCA
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| Ongoing |
Neuro Fit
This program provides customized exercise support for individuals with conditions such as stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and spinal cord injury. Exercise adaptations are available for those using cane, walkers or wheelchairs. This program is available at the Cambridge or Kitchener YMCA. Book your free consultation to see if this program is a fit for you:
Kitchener YMCA 519-743-5201 x 228 wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
Cambridge YMCA 519-623-9622 x 2214
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Available at the following locations:
Chaplin Family YMCA
A.R. Kaufman Family YMCA
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Ongoing
Once a Month
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Friends and Relatives Support Group
A group for people who are supporting someone living with a life-threatening illness. You will share experiences and learn coping skills that will help you provide quality care while maintaining a sence of well- being. Contact Julie Schelter at 519-743-4114 or julie@hospicewaterloo.ca
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298 Lawrence Ave
Kitchener, ON
6:30pm- 8:30pm
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Ongoing
Mon-Tue
Thur-Fri
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Adult Day Program
Music therapy, guest speakers, trivia games and sing-a-longs are just some of the fun filled- activities you will have the opportunity to participate in during the Adult Day Program. There is also a hot lunch and transportation included. If you are interested in learning more or arranging a visit, contact 519-669-1223.
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120 Barnswallow Dr
Elmira, ON
9:30am- 3:00pm
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Ongoing
Tuesdays & Thursdays |
Adult Day Program
Music therapy, guest speakers, trivia games and sing-a-longs are just some of the fun filled- activities you will have the opportunity to participate in during the Adult Day Program. There is also a hot lunch and transportation included. If you are interested in learning more or arranging a visit, contact 519-669-1223.
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200 Boullee St
New Hamburg, ON
9:30am- 3:00pm
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Ongoing
Every Wedneday
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Day Away Program
Suitable for people with a life limiting diagnosis who are able to move around independently and take medication independently. Information sessions about coping, healthy living, Reiki treatments guided meditation etc. For more information, please call 519-836-3921 or info@hospicewellington.org
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795 Scottsdale Dr Guelph, ON
10:00am- 2:00pm
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Ongoing
Every Tuesday
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Escape the Ordinary- Hospice Day Away Program
A weekly, full-day program offered in Kitchener and Cambridge for individuals living with a life threatening illness. You will have an opportunity to participate in discussions and group activities that promote fun, laughter and well-being. Hosted by the Hospice Waterloo Region. For more information contact hospice@hospicewaterloo.ca
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298 Lawrence Ave
Kitchener, ON
10:00am- 2:00pm
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Ongoing
Thursdays
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Mind Over Mood
Tired of feeling at the mercy of your mood? Join this free workshop to learn and practice the skills of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) through the workbook Mind Over Mood: Change How You Feel by Chaning the Way You Think.
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9 Wellington St
Unit 1
Cambridge, ON
10:00am- 11:30am
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| March- April |
The Journey of Grief Group
This group will help you understand what is happening when you grieve and will help you to connect with your personal grief journey. This group is open to people whose loved one died from a life- shortening illness. You must be able to attend all 6 session.
Click here to find out the various dates available. Please register by Friday March 6, 2020. Call Cathy Middleton, Clinical Counsellor at Hospice Waterloo Region at 519-743-4114 ext. 138 or email at cathy@hospicewaterloo.ca
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Langs CHC
1145 Concession Rd
Cambridge, ON
1:30pm- 3:30pm
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| January 2020 |
| February 2020 |
| 21 |
Osteoarthritis and Exercise
Attend a workshop to discuss osteoarthritis and the role of exercise in arthritis management. Includeds tips on what to do, and how to get started with exercise. To register, call 519-623-9622 ext 2214 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Chaplin Family YMCA
250 Hespeler Road
Cambridge, ON
10:00am- 11:00am
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Feb 24-
Mar 30
Mondays
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Dial it Down- Relaxation and Stress Management
A 5 week program you will practice and develop strong skills in releasing body tension, calming and focusing the mind. To register, click here
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Woolwich CHC
10 Parkside Dr
St. Jacobs, ON
1:30pm- 2:30pm
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| 25 |
Finding Function in Depression
A single session group designed to provide practical strategies and skills to get back to activities that matter to you and improve your health and wellbeing. No registration required. For more information, please call 519-740-5010 ext 8
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Two Rivers FHT
305 Conestoga Blvd, Unit B15
Cambridge, ON
2:30pm
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| March 2020 |
| 4 |
Stress and Mindfulness
A single session group to learn how to increase enjoyment and effectively quiet the mind. No registration required. For more information, please call 519-740-5010 ext 8.
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Two Rivers FHT
305 Conestoga Blvd, Unit B15
Cambridge, ON
5:30pm
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| 10 |
Ready, Steady, Balance
Attend this 45- minute workshop to increase your understanding of balance training and hot it can help you to feel more confident on your feet. To register, call 519-743-5201 ext 2103 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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A.R Kaufman YMCA
333 Carwood Ave
Kitchener, ON
5:00pm- 5:45pm
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| 13 |
Osteoarthritis and Exercise
Attend a workshop to discuss osteoarthritis and the role of exercise in arthritis management. Includeds tips on what to do, and how to get started with exercise. To register, call 519-725-8783 ext 2313 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Stork Family YMCA
500 Fsicher-Hallman road North
Waterloo, ON
1:00pm- 2:00pm
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| 16 |
Anxiety Management
A single session group designed to help you understand anxiety, develop coping skills, understand how to "thought" stop and learn how to keep calm. No registration is required. For more information, please call 519-740-5010 ext 8
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Two Rivers FHT
305 Conestoga Blvd, Unit B15
Cambridge, ON
5:30pm
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| 20 |
Posture Workshop
Attend a 45- minute posture workshop that includes a postural assessment, education and exercises to improve your posture. To register call 519-519-623-9622 ext 2214 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Chaplin Family YMCA
250 Hespeler Road
Cambridge, ON
10:00am- 11:00am
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| 24 |
Finding Function in Depression
A single session group designed to provide practical strategies and skills to get back to activities that matter to you and improve your health and wellbeing. No registration required. For more information, please call 519-740-5010 ext 8
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Two Rivers FHT
305 Conestoga Blvd, Unit B15
Cambridge, ON
2:30pm
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Mar 25-
April 15
Wednesdays
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Craving Change™
This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do. It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.
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CANCELLLED
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| April 2020 |
| 1 |
Stress and Mindfulness
A single session group to learn how to increase enjoyment and effectively quiet the mind. No registration required. For more information, please call 519-740-5010 ext 8.
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Two Rivers FHT
305 Conestoga Blvd, Unit B15
Cambridge, ON
5:30pm
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April 7-
May 5
Tuesdays
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Craving Change™
This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do. It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.
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CANCELLED
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April 9-
May 14
Thursdays
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Take Charge Chronic Pain
This FREE 6 week workshop is for people struggling with chronic pain. It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here
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CANCELLED
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9-30
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Better Sleep
This program will help you learn strategies to relax your mind and body, to decrease insomnia, and to fall asleep or back to sleep easier. To register, click here.
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CANCELLED
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| 17 |
Posture Workshop
Attend a 45- minute posture workshop that includes a postural assessment, education and exercises to improve your posture. To register call 519-725-8783 ext 2313 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Stork Family YMCA
500 Fischer-Hallman Road North
Waterloo, ON
1:00PM- 2:00PM
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| 17 |
Osteoarthritis and Exercise
Attend a workshop to discuss osteoarthritis and the role of exercise in arthritis management. Includeds tips on what to do, and how to get started with exercise. To register, call 519-743-5201 ext 2103 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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A.R Kaufman YMCA
333 Carwood Ave
Kitchener, ON
10:00am- 10:45am
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| 17 |
Ready, Steady, Balance
Attend this 45- minute workshop to increase your understanding of balance training and hot it can help you to feel more confident on your feet. To register, call 519-623-9622 ext 2214 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Chaplin Family YMCA
250 Hespeler Road
Cambridge, ON
10:00am- 11:00am
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April 20-
June 1
Mondays
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Take Charge Chronic Pain
This FREE 6 week workshop is for people struggling with chronic pain. It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here
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CANCELLED
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| May 2020 |
May 7-
June 11
Thursdays
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Take Charge Chronic Pain
This FREE 6 week workshop is for people struggling with chronic pain. It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here
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CANCELLED
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| 8 |
Ready, Steady, Balance
Attend this 45- minute workshop to increase your understanding of balance training and hot it can help you to feel more confident on your feet. To register, call 519-725-8783 ext 2313 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Stork Family YMCA
500 Fischer-Hallman Road North
Waterloo, ON
1:00PM- 2:00PM
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| 9 |
Healthy Heart Day- Gender, Age and Genetics--Can We Change Destiny?
Dr. Pandey's Annual Healthy Heart Day. This year's event: "Gender, Age and Genetics--Can We Change Destiny?"
Guest speakers: Dr. Peter Lin, Dr. David Alter, Dr. A. Shekhar Pandey.
Open to Public. More details to follow.
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Forward Church
55 Franklin Blvd.
(Franklin and Meyers)
Cambridge, ON
7:30am - 1:00pm
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May 12-
June 16
Tuesdays
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Take Charge Chronic Pain
This FREE 6 week workshop is for people struggling with chronic pain. It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here
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CANCELLED
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| 12 |
Posture Workshop
Attend a 45- minute posture workshop that includes a postural assessment, education and exercises to improve your posture. To register call 519-743-5201 ext 2103 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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A.R Kaufman YMCA
333 Carwood Ave
Kitchener, ON
5:00PM- 5:45PM
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| 15 |
Osteoarthritis and Exercise
Attend a workshop to discuss osteoarthritis and the role of exercise in arthritis management. Includeds tips on what to do, and how to get started with exercise. To register, call 519-623-9622 ext 2214 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Chaplin Family YMCA
250 Hespeler Road
Cambridge, ON
10:00am- 11:00am
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May 21-
June 25
Thursdays
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Take Charge Chronic Pain
This FREE 6 week workshop is for people struggling with chronic pain. It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here
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CANCELLED
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May 25-
June 15
Mondays
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Craving Change™
This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do. It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.
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CANCELLED
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May 25-
June 29
Mondays
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Take Charge
This FREE 6- week workshop is for anyone living with any ongoing chronic health condition. It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here
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CANCELLED
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| June 2020 |
| 5 |
Ready, Steady, Balance
Attend this 45- minute workshop to increase your understanding of balance training and hot it can help you to feel more confident on your feet. To register, call 519-743-5201 ext 2103 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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A.R Kaufman YMCA
333 Carwood Ave
Kitchener, ON
10:00am- 10:45am
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| 5 |
Posture Workshop
Attend a 45- minute posture workshop that includes a postural assessment, education and exercises to improve your posture. To register call 519-623-9622 ext 2214 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Chaplin Family YMCA
250 Hespeler Road
Cambridge, ON
10:00am- 11:00am
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| 12 |
Osteoarthritis and Exercise
Attend a workshop to discuss osteoarthritis and the role of exercise in arthritis management. Includeds tips on what to do, and how to get started with exercise. To register, call 519-725-8783 ext 2313 or email wellness@ckw.ymca.ca
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Stork Family YMCA
500 Fischer-Hallman Road North
Waterloo, ON
1:00PM- 2:00PM
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| July 2020 |
| August 2020 |
| September 2020 |
Sept 15-
Oct 13
Tuesdays
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Better Sleep
This program will help you learn strategies to relax your mind and body, to decrease insomnia, and to fall asleep or back to sleep easier. To register, click here.
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Woolwich Seniors Association
24 Snyders Ave S
Elmira, ON
10:00am- 11:00am
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Sept 23-
Oct 28
Wednesdays
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Take Charge Chronic Pain
This FREE 6 week workshop is for people struggling with chronic pain. It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here
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Stanley Park Communtiy Centre
505 Franklin St N
Kitchener, ON
12:30pm- 3:00pm
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| October 2020 |
Oct 27-
Dec 1
Tuesdays
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Cancer: Thriving and Surviving
This FREE 6- week workshop is to help individuals who are cancer survivors to better manage their health and daily lives.It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here
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Woolwich Seniors Association
24 Snyders Ave S
Elmira, ON
9:30am- 12:00pm
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