Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 74 FREE (OR ALMOST FREE) PROGRAMS Mobile Hearing Clinic Ears To You Mobile Hearing Clinic offers mobile hearing tests to people in Nanaimo helping treat and diagnose hearing issues. If you think you’re dealing with hearing loss or need any assistance with adjusting or replacing your hearing aids, our ear care professionals can help you with quick, affordable diagnostic services and effective solutions. This is FREE, but please call 250-755-7501 for an appointment. Instructor: Ears to Your Tue, Aug 12 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Sep 9 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Oct 7 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Nov 4 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Dec 2 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Jan 13 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Feb 3 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Mar 3 | 9 am-12 pm Bowen Park Complex Tue, Aug 16 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Sep 23 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Oct 21 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Nov 18 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Dec 9 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Jan 20 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Feb 17 | 9 am-12 pm Tue, Mar 17 | 9 am-12 pm Oliver Woods Comm. Centre Bowen Park Library Those interested in borrowing books at no charge are welcome to visit our library. Please bring them back to share with others. Limit two books per visit. M-F | 8:30 am-4:30 pm | FREE Bowen Park Complex Will & Estate Planning This free course is available to anyone. During this presentation, helpful hints will be shared on the preparation of wills and estate planning. Instructor: Stuart Green, Lonsdale Funeral Group Inc. Wed, Sep 24 | 1:30-3:30 pm | FREE | 148384 Wed, Nov 12 | 1:30-3:30 pm | FREE | 148385 Bowen Park Complex Workshops with Kamal Parmar These are led by Ms. Kamal Parmar, former Poet Laureate and a Functional Medicine practitioner. She is also certified in Chronic Pain Self-management Program from the University of Victoria. Managing Arthritis and Joint Pain Wed, Sep 17 | 2-3 pm | FREE | 148365 Understanding Women’s Heart Health Wed, Oct 15 | 2-3 pm | FREE | 148366 Bone Health and Osteoporosis Wed, Dec 3 | 2-3 pm | FREE | 148367 Bowen Park Complex Especially for 60+ Participants Get Your Benefits & Credits The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and Service Canada are here sharing info about the GST/HST Credit, Canada Worker’s Benefit, ways to do your taxes and how to be scam smart. Wed, Oct 1 | 1:30-3 pm | 153366 | FREE Bowen Park Complex MAiD - History Learn about the history of Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada, local statistics and the application process from the perspective of a Nanaimo physician. This event is hosted by Butterfly House Society of Vancouver Island. Wed, Oct 19 | 2-3:30 pm | FREE | 151367 Bowen Park Complex MAiD - 5 Myths This presentation will address the top 5 myths surrounding Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada by a VIU researcher who has completed several studies on the topic. This event is hosted by Butterfly House Society of Vancouver Island. Sun, Nov 23 | 2-3:30 pm | FREE | 151368 Bowen Park Complex Dental Care Plan The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is making the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents. Eligible seniors, children under 18 and adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit Certificate can have part of their dental visits paid under this plan. This presentation is by Harbour City Dental, and they will help you learn more about the plan and answer your questions. Wed, Sep 3 | 2-3 pm | FREE |145916 Bowen Park Complex Smart Phone Workshops Join us for two free workshops designed for seniors to help master their smart phones. We will review phoning, messaging and camera functions. We’ll also explore downloading and using apps, discuss security and online safety. Wed, Oct 22 & 29 | 1:30-3:30 pm | $10/2 | 146995 Bowen Park Complex Nanaimo Community Health Services Learn about the many health services available to you right in our own community. Wed, Oct 8 | 2-3 pm | FREE | 145984 Bowen Park Complex Advance Planning Care Learn the what, why, who, when and how of planning for your care. We’ll discuss the importance how to talk with others so they know what matters most to you and review how decisions are made when you aren’t able to make them for yourself. Presented by Judy Cook, a Medical Advocate & End of Life Support Specialist - Graceful Journeys. Wed, Nov 19 | 2-3 pm | FREE | 150045 Bowen Park Complex Learn About Elderdog Elderdog provides free, volunteer services to seniors who have dogs and require assistance in order to maintain that relationship. Services include dog walking, pick up and delivery of pet food, transportation to veterinary or grooming care and temporary fostering during hospitalization or other reasons. Wed, Nov 26 | 2-3 pm | FREE | 150056 Bowen Park Complex
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