People are living on average 20 years longer than 50 years ago. The World Report on Ageing and Health outlines a framework for action to foster Healthy Ageing which will enable older people to continue participating in and contributing to society.

What is needed for healthy aging:

• A change in the way we think about aging
• Creation of age-friendly environments
• Alignment of health systems to the needs of older people
• Development of systems for long-term care

The website contains some very useful resources including the report, executive summary and a great infographic.

The topic of the presentation is Inside de Hogeweyk: Learning from a Village. Registration at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. and presentation at 7 p.m. Registration and payment deadline is October 28. Email [email protected] for more information.
Location: University of Alberta Faculty Club

This webinar is ideal if you have little-to-no experience with grantseeking or want to improve your expertise in this area. You will learn about best practices in grant solicitation.

Dr. Steven KH Aung will talk about how a Qi Gong approach to calligraphy can produce healing energy and how the nature of the ink and the action of the brush create deep relaxation and peace. Dr. Aung will also do a short calligraphy demonstration. Location: Roots on Whyte Conference Room 3rd Floor, 8135-102 Street. Call 780-414-1466 to register. Learn more.

Find bargains galore at SEESA's annual Fall Rummage and Bake Sale. A Book Sale is taking place in the Library, there are oodles of Christmas decorations, and all sorts of goodies. The cafeteria will be open to serve hot lunches both days too. You never know what treasures you'll find! Call 780-468-1985 for information.

Do you provide care to a parent, relative or senior with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias? Are you a professional caregiver working with seniors? Attend a free, insightful workshop to:

• Understand more about causes, symptoms and behaviors of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
• Learn techniques to encourage your loved one to share their stories and memories
• Gain techniques to handle challenging behaviour
• Learn activities to encourage engagement

Call 780-439-9990 to RSVP.

Join us to celebrate Oktoberfest. Cost: member $8; non-member $12.  Preregistration is required. Call 587-987-3200. Location: 10710 - 19 Ave (Yellowbird East Community Centre).

Are you new to Bonnie Doon? Have you lived here for years or perhaps you're a former resident? Come and share your memories of Bonnie Doon and learn about this great community at the annual history tea. Bring pictures, stories and meet your neighbors new and old. Admission is a toonie and there will be door prizes and refreshments. Email [email protected] for further information. The hall is wheelchair accessible.

Feeling adventurous? Sign up for the Mystery Trip - a day trip to an undisclosed destination. The bus will depart the centre at 10 a.m. and return around 4 p.m. $35 per person with lunch included. RSVP by October 27 at 780-488-4241.

The conference features a wide variety of speakers and sessions aimed at optimizing health and wellness. The $40 registration fee includes lunch and access to all sessions.