Wednesday, 15 January 2020 / Published in Campaign Updates
Get more active outdoors this winter. On February 5, open the door and go for it! Walking is a healthy, enjoyable experience and is also a great way to embrace the winter season. Winter Walk Day encourages people across Alberta to be active outdoors in winter. More than 800 organizations and 100, 000 Albertans took
Wednesday, 10 July 2019 / Published in Campaign Updates
Falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults.  After a fall, many people are unable to live the way they want; they may lose their independence or live in fear of falling again. A Big Problem that is Getting Bigger Every day, 92 Alberta seniors are treated in emergency departments for injuries due
Thursday, 30 November 2017 / Published in Campaign Updates
Today marks the end of another successful Finding Balance campaign, but we still have a lot of work to do. With continued outreach and community activation we can reduce the number of fall-related injuries in Alberta seniors.
Monday, 20 November 2017 / Published in Campaign Updates
Older African American man having his eyes checked
Falls are the leading cause of injury in seniors. One of the ways seniors can stay active and independent is to have their vision checked. As we age, we might notice changes in our vision. And, seniors are more prone to eye conditions that can impede their vision. Conditions such as cataracts, macular degeneration, glaucoma
Monday, 13 November 2017 / Published in Campaign Updates
Falls are the leading cause of injury among seniors, costing Albertans $288 million per year. Research shows that every year 1 out of 3 seniors will fall. So, how can we encourage seniors to talk about their health, and their risk of falling? By getting seniors to ask themselves the right questions.
Thursday, 09 November 2017 / Published in Campaign Updates
1 in 3 Albertans over 65 will fall at least once a year. We all know that as we age our balance and strength weakens, but there are simple ways we can slow down the aging process. We all have a role to help keep seniors moving and keep them doing all their favourite activities.
Wednesday, 25 October 2017 / Published in Campaign Updates
The Finding Balance Provincial Launch will take place at 9am on November 1 at the Don Wheaton Family YMCA! The event will feature guest speakers, snacks and refreshments, seniors’ group classes, information booths and door prizes. Excited to see you all there!
Monday, 23 October 2017 / Published in Campaign Updates
The countdown to this year’s campaign has begun. The Don Wheaton YMCA will be hosting us from 9:00 – 10:30 AM on Wednesday, 01 November. See you there!