South Vancouver ADP May Calendar and Newsletter
Thursday 28 April 2016
Your Health Care System
Reblogged from Info Long-Term Care
The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) has created a searchable portal to analyze data they have gathered from Canadian hospitals, long-term care organizations, cities, health regions, provinces and territories.
By entering the name of your health care facility you can see results of their primary indicators or the overall results. Results include use of antipsychotics, restraints, physical functioning, depression, pain, falls and pressure ulcer incidence. For each indicator there is a comparison of the facility you searched to rates in its health authority/region, its province and Canada overall.
This resource can be accessed here: http://bit.ly/1T5e57n
The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) has created a searchable portal to analyze data they have gathered from Canadian hospitals, long-term care organizations, cities, health regions, provinces and territories.
By entering the name of your health care facility you can see results of their primary indicators or the overall results. Results include use of antipsychotics, restraints, physical functioning, depression, pain, falls and pressure ulcer incidence. For each indicator there is a comparison of the facility you searched to rates in its health authority/region, its province and Canada overall.
This resource can be accessed here: http://bit.ly/1T5e57n
Wednesday 27 April 2016
Things to Do This Weekend
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: APRIL 29-MAY 1
Friday Night at the Movies: The 33
When: Friday, April 29, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Mount Pleasant Branch Library, 1 Kingsway, Vancouver
What: New and popular movies two Friday nights a month. First come, first-come first-served.
Cost: Free
Live Jazz at Brentwood
When: Saturday, April 30, 12:00pm-2:00pm
Where: Centre Court, Brentwood Town Centre, 4567 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby
What: Live performances and amazing local musicians. Featuring Take Two.
Cost: Free
Following the Silk Routes and Beyond
When: Saturday, April 30, 10:00am-5:00pm, Sunday, May 1, 9:30am-5:30pm
Where: Chinese Cultural Centre Museum & Archives, 555 Columbia, Vancouver
What: As part of exporASIAN 2016 experience an interactive photographic exhibiton celebrating the past and present of exchange and multiculturalism.
Cost: By Donation
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Webinar for Type 1 Diabetese
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Newly diagnosed?
Were you or your child recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes?
Join this webinar to learn to build your health-care team and get tips for
successful diabetes management.
When:
Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. ET
Who: The
“Taking Charge When Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes” webinar will feature
Julie Halipchuk, a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator. Julie
will discuss the signs and symptoms of diabetes and identify emotional and
social challenges related to having diabetes.
The Canadian Diabetes Association hosts interactive webinars
throughout the year.
For more information about our upcoming and past webinars,
please visit diabetes.ca/webinars.
Happy Learning,
Canadian Diabetes Association |
Monday 25 April 2016
Thursday 21 April 2016
Things to Do This Weekend
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: APRIL 22-24
Earth Day Festival
When: Sunday April 24, 1:00pm-5:00pm
Where: Parade begins at Commercial and Broadway and finishes at Grandview Park
What: A celebration of climate action. Features a family-friendly parade and festival with music, entertainment and special guests.
Cost: Free
Wild About Vancouver 2016 Festival
When: Friday April 22 and Saturday April 23
Where: Various locations throughout Vancouver
What: Enjoy free outdoor-focused activities that showcase the fun and learning that can be found in neighbourhoods across our city.
Cost: Free
CAN Family Festival
When: Sunday April 24, 10:00am-2:00pm
Where: Jack Poole Plaza, 1055 Canada Place
What: Join the Canucks Autism Network to celebrate Autism Awareness Month. This free public event includes a pledged walk, live entertainment, food, family-friendly activities and the lighting of the cauldron.
Cost: Free
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Parkinson's Society Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
- The Victory Summit: Saturday, April 30, 2016 [read
more]
- Me-n-Ed's Charity Golf Classic: Tuesday, May 24, 2016 [read
more]
- Elder Abuse Webinar: Wednesday, May 25, 2016 [view
events]
- Regional Conference – Prince George: Saturday, May 28, 2016 [view
events]
- Communication & Swallow Workshop – Castlegar: Friday, June 3, 2016 [view
events]
- 4 Peaks 4 PD:
Sunday, June 5, 2016 [read
more]
- Paddle for PD:
begins Tuesday, June 7, 2016 [read
more]
- Community Talk with Dr. Ahlskog – Abbotsford: Thursday, June 9, 2016 [view
events]
- Community Talk with Dr. Ahlskog – Victoria: Friday, June 10, 2016 [view
events]
- PSBC's Annual General Meeting with Dr. Ahlskog: Saturday, June 11, 2016 [view
events]
- World Parkinson Congress 2016: September 20-23, 2016 [read
more]
Parkinson Society British Columbia will be offering a number of scholarships for research fellows, graduate students and healthcare professionals living in BC who have expressed interest in the PD community to attend World Parkinson Congress. The deadline to apply is May 1. [Apply now] - Sparwood Golf Tournament: Saturday, July 23, 2016 [read
more]
Resources
- Community Exercise Programs [view
all]
- Viewpoints: Spring 2016 [view]
- Clinical studies recruiting volunteers:
- Recruiting for research using P.E.T. (Positron
Emission Tomography) brain scanning [read
more]
Thursday 14 April 2016
Things to Do This Weekend
Things to Do This Weekend: April 15-17
The Blossom Barge
When: Saturday April 16 and Sunday April 17
Where: Dock 7, Granville Island Public Market Couryard
What: An innovative floating installation of 36 flowering cherry trees sails through Vancouver's waterways before docking near Granville Island. Come celebrate spring with a mini festival of free performances.
Cost: Free
Digital and Internet Safety Presentation
When: Friday April 15, 10:30am-12:00pm
Where: Vancouver Public Library, Oakridge Branch
What: Get tips on how to use digital devices and the Internet safely and wisely. Registration Required: 604-665-3980
Cost: Free
B.C. Classic & Custom Car Show
When: Friday April 16 to Sunday April 17
Where: Tradex, Abbotsford
What: One of the biggest indoor/outdoor car shows in Western Canada.
Cost: $10 to $18
Senior Living Housing Directory
Senior Living Housing Directory is a valuable online resource for seniors and family members looking for alternative housing to match their desired lifestyle, or medical/mobility needs.
Senior residences and housing communities throughout BC are listed in this comprehensive directory. Each listing includes information about housing type, capacity, costs, services, fees, subsidies, type of care, amenities, staffing, security and restrictions.
Friday 8 April 2016
Things to Do This Weekend
Things to Do This Weekend: April 8-10
Abbotsford Tulip Festival
Abbotsford Tulip Festival
When: Everyday March 25 to May 1, 9:00am-6:00pm
Where: 36737 North Parallel Road, Abbotsford
What: The Abbotsford Tulip Festival welcomes everyone to join in the celebration of spring! Pack a picnic or visit one of the food trucks and enjoy a fun filled day with family and friends. With photo cut out boards, a covered picnic area and a children’s play area, there is something for everyone!
Cost: $5.00
Vancouver Farmers Market
When: Every Saturday until April 23, 10:00am-2:00pm
Where: Nat Bailey Stadium, Ontario Street at 30th Avenue, Vancouver
What: At the market this month -Apples, Pears, Arugula, Beets, Carrots, Cauliflower, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Chard, Collards, Kale, Spinach, Fennel, Garlic, Onions, Leeks, Lettuce, Parsnips, Radishes, Rutabagas, Shallots Turnips, Winter Squash, Beef, Halibut, Pork, Salmon, Turkey, Chicken, Cheese, Eggs, Dried Fruit, Honey, Juice, Pickles
Sakura Days Japan Fair
When: April 9 and 10, 10:00am-5:00pm
Where: VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak Street (37th and Oak), Vancouver
What: Soak in the wonderful Japanese festival atmosphere and enjoy delicious Japanese food and sake, cultural performances, arts and crafts and learn about Japanese culture and business.
Cost: Adult $14, Seniors $11
Wednesday 6 April 2016
認知障礙與腦退化 - 粵語 An Update On Cognitive Impairment And Dementia - Cantonese
認知障礙與腦退化 - 粵語
日期: 2016/04/23
時間: 09:30-12:00
地點: 中僑互助會社會服務中心, 28 West Pender Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 1R6
費用: 免費
地點: 中僑社會服務中心, 溫哥華片打西街28號禮和堂
主講嘉賓: 黃耀明醫生
BMSc, MD, FRCPC, FACP, 卑詩大學醫學院教授及副院長
現場並設有健康諮詢攤位量度血壓，由專科醫生主持
歡迎各界人士參加
查詢及報名:
卑斯省阿滋海默氏症協會華人資源中心
唐柳迎小姐 604-687-8299
中僑互助會
604-408-7254
費用: 免費
聯絡: 唐柳迎小姐 604-687-8299
活動類別: 健康服務
登記: 電話報名
時間: 09:30-12:00
地點: 中僑互助會社會服務中心, 28 West Pender Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 1R6
費用: 免費
地點: 中僑社會服務中心, 溫哥華片打西街28號禮和堂
主講嘉賓: 黃耀明醫生
BMSc, MD, FRCPC, FACP, 卑詩大學醫學院教授及副院長
現場並設有健康諮詢攤位量度血壓，由專科醫生主持
歡迎各界人士參加
查詢及報名:
卑斯省阿滋海默氏症協會華人資源中心
唐柳迎小姐 604-687-8299
中僑互助會
604-408-7254
費用: 免費
聯絡: 唐柳迎小姐 604-687-8299
活動類別: 健康服務
登記: 電話報名
An Update On Cognitive Impairment And Dementia - Cantonese Health Forum
Date: 2016/04/23
Time: 09:30-12:00
Venue: S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Social Service Centre, 28 West Pender Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 1R6
Cost: Free
Venue: Choi Hall, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Social Service Centre
28 W Pender St.
Vancouver, BC
A free Cantonese health forum on cognitive impairment and dementia. Physicians will also be present to conduct blood pressure checks.
Speaker: Dr. Roger Wong, BMSc, MD FRCPC, FACP, Clinical Professor, Associate Dean, UBC Hospital
To registration and enquiries, please contact:
Chinese Resource Centre, Alzheimer Society BC
Ms. Sharon Tong, 604-687-8299
S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
604-408-7254
Fee: Free
Contact: Sharon Tong 604-687-8299
Event Category: Health Services
Registration : By Phone
For more information about the event or S.U.C.C.E.S.S. go to: www.successbc.ca
Time: 09:30-12:00
Venue: S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Social Service Centre, 28 West Pender Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 1R6
Cost: Free
Venue: Choi Hall, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Social Service Centre
28 W Pender St.
Vancouver, BC
A free Cantonese health forum on cognitive impairment and dementia. Physicians will also be present to conduct blood pressure checks.
Speaker: Dr. Roger Wong, BMSc, MD FRCPC, FACP, Clinical Professor, Associate Dean, UBC Hospital
To registration and enquiries, please contact:
Chinese Resource Centre, Alzheimer Society BC
Ms. Sharon Tong, 604-687-8299
S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
604-408-7254
Fee: Free
Contact: Sharon Tong 604-687-8299
Event Category: Health Services
Registration : By Phone
For more information about the event or S.U.C.C.E.S.S. go to: www.successbc.ca
Tuesday 5 April 2016
Beulah Step Out Bus Tour
Reminder!
Wednesday April 6th is Beulah Adult Day Program's first Step Out bus tour of the year. All regular Wednesday Beulah participants will be coming as well as anyone who has already pre-confirmed with Min Yan, so don't forget to join us!
The forecast is calling for sun and 15C but don't forget to bring a warm jacket as we plan to picnic near the beach.
Friday 1 April 2016
Things To Do This Weekend
Things To Do This Weekend April 1st Edition
Looks like sunshine this weekend so lets enjoy this beautiful city.
Here are three events taking place in Vancouver this weekend:
Sakura Illumination
Looks like sunshine this weekend so lets enjoy this beautiful city.
Here are three events taking place in Vancouver this weekend:
Sakura Illumination
When: Friday, April 1, 7:00pm-10:00pm
Where: Stanley Park by the Japanese Canadian War Memorial
What: Stuart Ward & Ben Z Cooper from Hfour will be illuminating Stanley Park with vibrant projections and multicoloured lanterns. The illumination will be set up for unobstructed views ideal for photography and picnicking in the spring evening air under cherry blossoms! Best of all, it’ll be free!
Capture Photography Festival
When: Friday, April 1 to Thursday, April 28
Where: Various venues around Vancouver
What: Event strives to nurture emerging talent, engage community, and spark public dialogue about photography as an art form and a vessel for communication. Highlights include public installations, tours, films, a Speaker Series with artist talks, and panel discussions.
Hastings Park Farmer's Market
When: Sunday, April 3, 10:00am-2:00pm
Where: Hastings Skatepark by the PNE (at Renfrew Street and Pandora)
What: Featuring dozens of vendors selling everything from fresh produce to homemade preserves to handmade art and crafts.
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month
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April is Parkinson's
Awareness Month
Jim Smerdon is one of five community members featured in our
Parkinson's Awareness Month campaign called This is Parkinson's disease.
The campaign was inspired by Norwegian photographer/videographer Anders
Leines' photo exhibit which showcased the real-life faces and stories of
those diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's disease (YOPD).
Similarly, our campaign will aim to reshape the public's
perception of Parkinson's disease (PD). One of the first illustrations of PD
was published in 1886, and since then, it has been widely understood as a
disease that only affects the senior population, primarily characterized by
shaking. The truth is that Parkinson's doesn't discriminate based on age,
gender, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation. It affects people from all
walks of life, and at Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), we are firm
believers that the diversity of our community strengthens us. We're in
this together.
Jim is one of 12,500 British Columbians living with PD. One of
the first symptoms he noticed was an involuntary twitch in his left index
finger. Initially he had attributed it to nerve damage from grabbing the
clutch on one of his long motorcycle rides. After several visits to the
Pacific Parkinson's Research Centre (PPRC) at the University of British
Columbia, he received his diagnosis at the age of 33. Having little knowledge
of the way that Parkinson's progressed, or treatment options, Jim was
nervous. With the support of his family, including his 4 siblings, wife Deana
and dog Parker, he pressed on.
In 2014, he underwent Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery to
help manage his symptoms. Pleased with the results, he said, on occasion, he
has forgotten to take his medication, but because it was such a low dose, it
made little difference! Because of the DBS surgery, he has been able to
continue working full-time and make long-term travel plans.
Now 10 years after his initial diagnosis, he says, "I
realized that I did not want the disease to define who I was. I could have
slumped into a corner and disappeared and no one would have blamed me. But, I
also found that the more visible I am and the more things I can do, the
longer and better my life is. This is a belief and mantra I have
embraced."
Join us this April in promoting Parkinson's Awareness Month to
your friends, family, colleagues, neighbours and acquaintances. Find out more
about the This is Parkinson's disease campaign by visiting www.parkinson.bc.ca.
Together, we can make a difference.
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