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Calling all seniors and caregivers!  
We wish to invite you to a special event, hosted by Erika Hunzinger and her team of Occupational Therapists.

Health & Wellness Symposium
 Place: University of Manitoba Bannatyne Campus
 Brodie Centre, 727 McDermot Avenue
 Date: Thursday, October 16 (9 a.m.  – 4 p.m.)
 Admission: $2 donation to MHC Foundation.

An educational symposium focusing on many aspects of healthy aging, this is a chance to visit with vendors and health specialists, and learn about caregiver services, foot care and healthy diet tips.  Throughout the day we will be holding yoga and tai chi classes, having draws for some great health-themed prizes, hosting musical performances, and more!

A healthy and informative day out this fall, with all proceeds being directed to PRIME, a health centre for seniors at Misericordia Health Centre. 

Join us and attend these free main stage activities!

  • 9-:30 to 10:00 am  A Health-focused presentation by the Nature Doctors, Winnipeg's natural healing and homeopathic experts

  • 10:15 to 11:00 am  Chair Yoga and Meditation Group Class, a relaxing way to beat stress and feel great, with Tiffany from Be Yoga

  • 11am to 12 pm  Join us for a special health-themed presentation from the folks at Red River Coop Ltd. Pharmacy

  • 12pm to 1 pm  Zumba time! Ever wanted to see what all the fuss is about? Come and dance and have fun with Randi!

  • 1pm to 2 pm Introduction to Dance/Movement Therapy. Discover the joy and health benefits of dancing and movement with this presentation by Karissa Martens

  • 2pm to 3pm Try Tai Chi!  Join us at the main stage to try your hand at Tai Chi with Danzhu

  • 3pm to 4pm Thanks for coming!  Meet us at the front stage to see if you have won any of our wonderful healthy prizes!

Also, try your hand at Art Therapy, visit with health experts from different fields, or just come and listen to musical performances from Artur Kivilaht, a musician from MHC's Life Enrichment programs!