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City of Richmond hosts event with seniors advocate as keynote speaker

Activites on March 27 include everything from swing dancing to brain health information.
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Volunteers will help out at the bi-annual Activate! Wellness Fair put on by the City of Richmond.

The City of Richmond is putting on the seniors-focused Activate! Wellness Fair next week with drop-in and registered events for seniors, families, friends and caregivers.

The event will include a keynote speech from B.C.’s seniors advocate Dan Levitt.

This bi-annual free event takes place at the Seniors Centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living on Thursday, March 27 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

There will be more than 40 community booths, aquatics and fitness tours, and workshops as well as try-it sessions that cover health, wellness and safety tips.

A full list of Activate! Wellness Fair activities can be found by clicking here

A printed flyer can also be picked up from any Richmond Parks, Recreation and Culture facility.

Highlights of this year’s events and activities include:

Keynote speech and mayor’s welcome – 10–11:15 a.m.

Join this special session with B.C.’s seniors advocate Dan Levitt while he shares insights into how the Province is addressing the needs of older residents and the key priorities for the coming year. Registration required (#00396710).

Information Fair – 10:15 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Get information and resources to help seniors stay safe, healthy and well at home independently. Drop in and visit booths from 40+ local organizations and companies offering programs, products and services specifically for those 55+ years. Family, friends and caregivers are welcome.

Swing Dance – 1:45–2:30 p.m.

Learn some of the basics of this vibrant and popular dance style in this introductory, welcoming and supportive session. Suitable for all levels. Registration required (#00397423).

Introduction to Brain Health Workshop – 1–2 p.m.

Protect and improve brain health and set goals by learning strategies to better the mind, body and spirit. This workshop is presented by the Alzheimer Society of BC. Registration is required. #00396788 (English) #00396791 (Cantonese)

For more information on these and other activities, visit richmond.ca/activate or call Minoru Centre for Active Living at 604-238-8450.

Register online at richmond.ca/register, by calling 604-276-4300 (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or in-person at any City of Richmond community facility.


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