Mental Health & Wellness Programs
Hello Monday with the Recovery College
This course is for participants who have NOT taken any Hello Monday courses in the past. Hello Monday is all about you and the importance of staying well. Join us to feel energized and empowered by exploring differ-ent wellness topics every class. You will be given prompts to plan for your week, set intensions, focus on being positive, and gain a sense of support and wellbeing. We will offer handouts, discussion, self-reflection, and action ideas for you to try at home. There is no charge for this class and everyone 55+ is welcome. *No registration required, drop in for the discussion topic that works for you!
Begins: Every Monday *No classes on stat holidays*
Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Fee: FREE for anyone 55+
Location: Flex Room
NEW Monday Morning Check In
This class is for those who HAVE taken Hello Monday classes in the past. Looking to stay connected after having attended Hello Monday Sessions? Want to explore what you have already learned? This class is designed for you! These sessions will take topics identified by attendees or covered in Hello Monday, and explore them more in-depth. In Monday Morning Chick In, participants will continue to build on skills about the im-portance of staying well. Participants are encouraged to bring handouts and discussion items to the group. There is no charge for this class, and everyone 55+ is welcome. *No registration required, drop in for the discussion topic that works for you!
Begins: Every Monday *No classes on stat holidays*
Time: 10:30 am- 11:30 am
Fee: FREE for anyone 55+
Location: Flex Room
NEW Minds in Motion® for Clients with Alzheimer’s and Their Caregivers
Minds in Motion® is a program designed for people with early to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia to enjoy with a friend, family member or care partner. The program combines physical activity and mental stimulation in a social environment. The client will stay physically active, meet and socialize with others living with dementia, get involved in activities such as board games, bingo, and other cognitive games and have access to info about dementia and support as needed. The client and their friend, family member or care partner are required to attend all sessions together.
Begins: Wednesday, October 22 Ends: December 10
Time: 1:30 pm- 3:30 pm Fee: $50.00 for anyone 55 and older (for client and their caregiver)
Location: West Community Room
Instructors: Lori Gregory & Charlene Kocken
Guided Meditation Now In Person!
Feeling stressed by life’s unpredictable events? Stress no more in this Guided Meditation with Ashley Kern, Program Coordinator at Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre! We will be working on progressive relaxation, guided imagery, tapping, and mindfulness. Newcomers welcome to join, no experience required. This class will be done seated in a chair for 45 minutes, please wear comfortable clothing. My hope for the end is to feel rejuvenated, relaxed, and at peace. *Please pick up a consent form when registering.
Begins: Monday, Sept. 22 Ends: Nov. 24 *No class Oct. 13, 20, & 27
Time: 9:00 – 9:45 am
Location: Board Room *New location
Fee: Members: $25.00 Non-Members: $45.00
NEW Pet Therapy Visits with Charlene!
This newest program is now at Nord-Bridge offering trained animals to enhance a personal social, emotional, physical, and cognitive well-being. Members will interact with dogs (various breeds) in order to cope with stress. Nord-Bridge’s staff member, Charlene, Senior Systems Navigator (Social Worker) will have her dog the second Monday of the month from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm in Charlene’s office (located beside Salon Nineteen 04.) The first date will be Monday, Sept. 8th and future dates may be planned depending on the response.
