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Peterborough, Ontario
Joined October 2021
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Virtual Education: Recognizing & Reducing Caregiver Stress, Tue Oct 31 from 10:30 to 11:30am. This education session helps caregivers recognize the signs of stress & offers tips and strategies for reducing stress. Pls register: ow.ly/gGe550PWc2l
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October is #HealthyWorkplaceMonth. The health and wellbeing of working caregivers is always top of mind at OCO, we have tools for working caregivers and employers to support the development of caregiver-inclusive workplaces. Visit ontariocaregiver.ca.
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Minds in Motion® will be in Havelock from Thu Nov 9 thru Thu Nov 30. Don’t miss out on the free trial run of this fantastic program—a combination of 1 hr of exercise & 1 hr of socialization. Registration is req’d. Email [email protected].
#mindsinmotion #havelock
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Registration for Shifting Gears opens TOMORROW! 🚲️🚶🚌
Did you know, you can sign up for Shifting Gears as a community member, student or employee/employer?
Find out more about various ways you can shift into #Active and #Sustainable travel here: greenup.on.ca/program/shifti…
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Selwyn Township is seeking nominations for @ONgov’s Senior of the Year Award program. Submissions for Senior of the Year are being accepted until Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at noon.
Visit our website for award criteria and more information:
selwyntownship.ca/en/news/ca…
Age-friendly Peterborough retweeted
In case you missed it, we launched a bold new vision for the future of aging in Canada. Check out our Strategic Plan 2023-2028: Reframing Aging - Empowering Older Adults. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/46837.html
#ReframeAgingCAN #researchonaging
@Jane_Rylett
Age-friendly Peterborough retweeted
We Are Hiring A Care Navigator!
Full-time Contract Position (35 hours)
12-13 Month Maternity Leave Starting June 5, 2023
Location: Various including PRHC and some remote work
Class C Position - Starting Rate: $26.34/hour plus 4% vacation pay. More info -- commcareptbo.org/join-team/c…
Age-friendly Peterborough retweeted
Are you seeking more information about building a secondary suite or legalizing an existing one? Visit peterborough.ca/SecondarySui… for information on zoning requirements, the building permit process, FAQs and to download our Guide to Secondary Suites.
ALT Text: Building new or legalizing existing Secondary Suites - more information at peterborough.ca. Blue-scale background image of two people holding up and discussing an architectural drawing.
Age-friendly Peterborough retweeted
REMINDER: NO PUBLIC SKATING TODAY!
THE LAST DAY for FREE Public Skating is tomorrow Sunday, March 26 from 12-1PM in BOTH Lakefield & Ennismore!
TY to Lakefield Dentistry & Thrive Health Ptbo sponsoring!
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Our spring-summer Fun Guide is packed with arts, culture & recreation programs that will engage your mind and body. Visit peterborough.ca/FunGuide to browse online. Program registration is now open!
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Volunteers are the backbone of making great places to live! Please put your hand up, you won’t regret it!
Ennismore Shamrock Festival is looking for volunteers for:
-Shamrock Festival Committee
-Shamrock Truck & Tractor Pull Committee
-Festival Volunteers for both Saturday & Sunday
If interested, please contact Amy Stevenson at 705-292-9507 ext. 243 or [email protected]
Age-friendly Peterborough retweeted
Our next Living & Aging Well program is on March 15 at 10:30 am, and the topic is Financial Management & Tax Benefits for Seniors.
Register now: bit.ly/3J2CLAP
This program is in partnership with @AFPeterborough and sponsored by Home Instead Ptbo @__Peterborough
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Community Care's E-Thread Newsletter - mailchi.mp/b55549e398de/e-th…
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The January issue of Connect: Caring for Caregivers in Ontario, our monthly newsletter, is now available! Read here: ow.ly/z7Fo50MEHsW
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There are still spots left for our upcoming in-person seminar! Email [email protected] to RSVP!
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Apply now for a Community Services Recovery Grant. Reference copies of the applicant guide & application are available here:
buff.ly/3W6nDaf (there's a link the applicant portal as well).
Need help? Get in touch for an informal chat.
#HereForGood
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Thank you to the volunteers across the City who maintain neighbourhood rinks in our parks. The weather has been challenging this winter, but your dedication makes the season more fun for many in our community. Find a rink near you: peterborough.ca/skating
ALT A shovel stands in a snowbank next to a freshly-cleared outdoor ice rink in a City park.
Age-friendly Peterborough retweeted
Do you love to clean? Consider becoming a Brokered Home Helper with Community Care. These helpers assist clients with routine household activities such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry. This brokered position is paid per hour. For more info, call: 705-742-7067
Age-friendly Peterborough retweeted
Check on your furnace vent during and after heavy snowfalls, clear snow away from the vent's opening. If you do notice a mound of snow blocking your furnace vent, clear it away by hand – don't use a shovel or a snow blower, as either could cause damage to the furnace vent pipe.
Age-friendly Peterborough retweeted
We are currently in need of Home Maintenance Brokered Helpers to assist clients. This role may include snow shoveling, yard work, or odd jobs. This role is paid by job and is the cost is pre-determined before it starts. Call us at: 705-742-7067, or email: [email protected].
