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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 2d

Sign up for our FREE webinar, Acclaim Health Academy - Bladder Health and Wellness, on Nov 10 for lots of information about continence and bladder wellness. Register here: buff.ly/iFeyL6q

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 5d

Do you enjoy art-making? That's one of many fun activities you can assist with as a Dementia Day Program Volunteer! Learn lots about yourself and others, cultivate meaningful connections, and use your unique set of skills and experiences to bring joy to so many people! Learn more: buff.ly/7rGA687

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 8d

We've partnered with St. John's United Church Oakville to provide a free three-course lunch on Tuesday, November 4 at noon to older adults living in Oakville! If you live in Oakville, don't pass up this opportunity to enjoy a free meal in a welcoming community.

Learn more:

Free Community Meal for Older Adults - Acclaim Health

Date: Tuesday, November 4 Time: Lunch will be served at noon Location: St. Johns’ United Church, 262 Randall Street, Oakville Free Community Meal for Older Adults We have proudly partnered with St.…

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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 11d

For World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, we’re eager to reiterate our steadfast commitment to relieving pain and improving the quality of life for those with life-limiting illnesses, as well as their families. Learn more about our services here: buff.ly/49oRMFK

#WorldHospiceAndPalliativeCareDay

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 12d

Today is World Mental Health Day, a time to recognize how important it is for all of us to take care of our psychological and emotional well-being.

If you or somebody you care about could use support, please take some time to explore our available wellness resources here: buff.ly/xH2Uf1a

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 13d

If you're under the age of 40 and grieving the death of a loved one, join our Young Adult Grief Chat. Share experiences, explore ways to move forward, and find comfort in a caring atmosphere.

Mondays, Biweekly, 6:30-8:00pm
Contact Carole La Tour at 905-827-8800 ext. 2312 or [email protected]

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 14d

It's Meals on Wheels Week for #CSM2025! Thanks so much to the crackerjack team at Oakville Meals on Wheels for delivering so many hot and delicious meals for our club members across multiple cities. You have filled so many hearts and bellies in our community with your kindness!

#OCSA #ONhealth

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 15d

Have you ever been to a concert and sang beloved songs with hundreds of people? Experience that unforgettable feeling at our Choir! Choir! Choir! event! Sing classic songs, dance, and enjoy snacks and drinks, all while raising funds for our music therapy program. Buy tickets: buff.ly/d9467a9

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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 19d

If you're trained in Reiki or Therapeutic Touch, we have opportunities for you to have a significantly positive impact on others! Volunteer to help reduce pain, stress and anxiety for people with life-limiting illnesses, dementia or caregivers experiencing high stress.

Apply here:

Wellness Volunteer - Acclaim Health

If you have Reiki Level 2 or Therapeutic Touch Level 2 training, then you can help people living with life-limiting illnesses, dementia or caregiver stress.

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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 21d

We're hanging out at PCAS's National Seniors Day Wellness and Active Living Summit today! Thanks to everyone who helped put together this opportunity for older adults in our community.

#PCAS #PeelCareerAssessmentServices #NationalSeniorsDay #SeniorWellness #ActiveLiving #SeniorEvents

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 21d

Today is National Seniors Day in Canada and International Day of Older Persons worldwide!

We welcome you to join us as we recognize and celebrate older adults in our lives for the incredible contributions they’ve made to our world with dedication, wisdom, big hearts, bravery, and so many talents!

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 21d

Our Burlington Club members came together to make this artwork to express their support for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

#NDTR #TruthAndReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 22d

Today, we participated in A Walk to Remember the Children with Grandmother’s Voice to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and remember the countless children who were forcibly taken from their homes and families and put into the residential school system. #NDTR

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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 23d

While #WorldAlzheimersMonth is comin to an end, the opportunity to lend a hand to those affected by the condition won't vanish.

You can still become a Memory Visiting Volunteer, visit somebody with Alzheimer's disease, and provide meaningful social connection

Learn more: buff.ly/iOECZap

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 26d

Too many older adults in your community struggle to use personal devices, such as smartphones and tablets, and we're on a mission to change that with our Technology Accessibility Program! Learn about volunteering: buff.ly/PXXzNfA

Thanks to the @ontrillium.bsky.social for making this possible!

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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 27d

As part of #WorldAlzheimersMonth, we want to strongly emphasize that caregivers don't have go through the caregiving journey alone. Several kinds of support are accessible, including our Adult Day Programs. Learn more: buff.ly/sEwSn5f

#oakville #ontario #burlington #mississauga #halton

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 28d

Folks living in Milton, do you like to drink coffee and chat with friends? Turn it into a good deed! Become a Memory Visiting Volunteer to spend some time with an older adult with low to moderate memory impairment. You can enjoy a cup of coffee with them, talk about life, Learn more: buff.ly/RVuq0ar

Memory Visiting Volunteer - Acclaim Health

Apply Now Make a meaningful difference in the life of someone who is experiencing early to mid-stage memory impairment due to dementia, stroke or brain injury. You’ll provide a friendly social…

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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · 29d

One more week until our new Acclaim Health Academy - Introduction to Dementia Virtual Workshop on Sept 30 at 6:30 - 8 pm! This event is open to anyone and everyone.

Register here: buff.ly/zVKItGd

#connectingcarers #caregiversupport #dementiacaregiver #oakville #burlington #milton #georgetown

Acclaim Health Academy - Introduction to Dementia Virtual Workshop

Free virtual workshop for those caring for someone with dementia. Practical tools, strategies and insights to better support loved ones.

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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · Sep 22

2 more days until our Dementia Information Series! This FREE 8-week series is designed to empower people caring for loved ones with dementia

Dates: Wednesdays, Sept 24 - Nov 12
Time: 7 - 9 pm
Location: Tansley Woods Community Centre, Community Room 3

Register here: buff.ly/XwjYetF

Free 8-Week Dementia Information Series

The 8-week series is for family members caring for loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Different topics are covered each week.

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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · Sep 22

2 more days until the Aging Well at Home virtual workshop!

If you live in Burlington, tune in to our free webinar to learn all about aging well at home - from the comfort of your own home!

Date: Wed, Sept 24
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Location: Zoom

Register here: buff.ly/tWQS0I6

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · Sep 21

Did you know that over 55 million people are affected by Alzheimer's disease worldwide?
September 21 is Alzheimer's Day, and we want to spread awareness of the disease and honour those who manage it. Learn all about Alzheimer's disease here: buff.ly/pXtYwz2

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · Sep 19

Music therapist, Mason Gibson, will run FREE intergenerational music therapy jamboree sessions, where children can enjoy music, laughter, and connection with members of our Mississauga Club, who are older adults living with dementia.

Wednesdays, Oct 8 - Nov 26

Register:

Sing, Play & Connect - Music Jamboree for Little Ones & Older Adults

Free weekly musical group led by a music therapist with children under 4, parents/guardians, and older adults.

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Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · Sep 17

If you or somebody close to you struggles with smartphones or tablets, bring your device to our Tech Cafe at The Hub at the Burlington Centre 11 am - 1 pm on Sept 20 to get help from a volunteer. Just bring your device!

Contact Nicole at ntruman@acclaimhealth or 905-827-8800 ext 2315 for more info

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · Sep 16

If you live in Burlington, sign up for Aging Well At Home on Sept 24 for insights on how you and your loved ones can live fulfilling lives while aging at home.

This event will feature presenters from Acclaim Health, BOHT, Ontario Health atHome, and Thrive Group.

Register: buff.ly/apZ08xb

Acclaim Health @acclaimhealth.bsky.social · Sep 16

Our Bring The Club Home program is now available to families on waitlists for our adult day programs! Staff can come straight to your home to give FREE, specialized and fun dementia care for 12 weeks.

Learn more: buff.ly/P97ngSW

#dementiacare #dementiacaregiver #halton #resourcesforcaregivers