Empowering Seniors Stacey Wiebe News & Updates 20 February 2025 Information is power and can have a significant impact on your health and wellbeing. In these FREE information sessions, professionals will share their insights on a variety of topics with a presentation followed by a Q&A session.Each session will feature a presentation by an informed speaker, followed by at Q&A session where you can ask questions and get answers.All ActivitiesEmpowering SeniorsSeniors Tax Benefits & Scam PreventionJanuary 22, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridayAn Outreach Officer from the Canada Revenue Agency will share information on how different tax credits work like the Disability Tax Credit, Medical Expenses, Canada Caregiver Credit and more. We will also discuss the latest scams and frauds and answer any questions you may have.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Sean Matyas: Outreach Officer - Canada Revenue Agency Cost: FREERegisterDownsize Your House & Upsize Your LifestyleFebruary 26, 2026 10:30am - 11:30amFridayPlanning a move to a smaller home can feel overwhelming, but being prepared makes all the difference! This presentation will help you navigate the downsizing process with confidence by exploring why and when to make a move, senior housing options, practical downsizing strategies, and tips for determining the best time to sell your home. Learn how to make informed decisions and take the next steps toward a successful transition.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Brian McMillan: Seniors Real Estate Specialist - Judy Linsday Team Reality Cost: FREERegisterApartments, Life Lease, Assisted / Independent LivingMarch 12, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridaysMany Seniors decide to embrace apartment style living. We will discuss the benefits of each option, learn how to find your next nest, tips to prepare your home for sale, deciding what furniture to take and finding a mover. Learn practical tips and helpful information to make your transition to a new home easier, more informed, and less stressful.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Brian McMillan: Seniors Real Estate Specialist - Judy Lindsay Team Reality Cost: FREERegisterFraud Prevention for SeniorsMarch 19, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridaysThis presentation raises awareness about financial fraud and scams, empowering individuals to recognize, prevent, and report fraudulent activities. It emphasizes that fraud can affect anyone and reducing stigma is key to encouraging action and protection.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Lisa Tinley: P.E.A.M - Prevent Elder Abuse Manitoba Cost: FREERegisterFalls Prevention for SeniorsApril 2, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridayFalls are a major concern for our aging population. In the 2023 - 2024 fiscal year in Canada there were 81,599 fall-related hospitalizations in Canada (canada.ca). Join Linda, the Executive Director of Active Aging in Manitoba for a thorough review of all the precautions and preventative exercises you can do to reduce your chances of having a major fall.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Linda Brown: Executive Director - AAIM - Active Aging in Manitoba Cost: FreeRegisterUnderstanding DementiaApril 16, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridayDementia is an overall term for a set of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain. Currently, over 20,300 Manitobans have Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. Information and support are valuable as dementia affects the health and day to day living of individuals, families and communities.This presentation will discuss:Common types of dementia including Alzheimer’s disease Possible signs of dementia Ways to reduce risk of dementia Alzheimer Society of Manitoba programs & services Other available community resources Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Katie MacDonald: Education Coordinator - Alzheimer Society of Manitoba Cost: FREERegisterPsychological Wellbeing As We AgeApril 23, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridayDr. Kristin Reynolds, Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Manitoba will discuss the science and practice of Psychological Wellbeing as We Age; including research findings and practical tips for aging with wellness. Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Dr. Kristin Reynold: Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Manitoba Cost: FREERegisterPreventing Elder Abuse: Protecting Older AdultsJune 15, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amTuesdayJoin us on June 15, Elder Abuse Awareness Day, for a free educational presentation to learn how to recognize, respond, and take action against elder abuse. Elder abuse is a serious issue that affects physical, emotional, and financial well-being of older adults.This presentation will cover:What is elder abuse What are the different types of elder abuse How can you protect yourself How to recognize the warning signs Who can help? Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Lisa Tinley: P.E.A.M - Prevent Elder Abuse Manitoba Cost: FREERegister - Share on Facebook Share on X
Seniors Tax Benefits & Scam PreventionJanuary 22, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridayAn Outreach Officer from the Canada Revenue Agency will share information on how different tax credits work like the Disability Tax Credit, Medical Expenses, Canada Caregiver Credit and more. We will also discuss the latest scams and frauds and answer any questions you may have.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Sean Matyas: Outreach Officer - Canada Revenue Agency Cost: FREERegister
Downsize Your House & Upsize Your LifestyleFebruary 26, 2026 10:30am - 11:30amFridayPlanning a move to a smaller home can feel overwhelming, but being prepared makes all the difference! This presentation will help you navigate the downsizing process with confidence by exploring why and when to make a move, senior housing options, practical downsizing strategies, and tips for determining the best time to sell your home. Learn how to make informed decisions and take the next steps toward a successful transition.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Brian McMillan: Seniors Real Estate Specialist - Judy Linsday Team Reality Cost: FREERegister
Apartments, Life Lease, Assisted / Independent LivingMarch 12, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridaysMany Seniors decide to embrace apartment style living. We will discuss the benefits of each option, learn how to find your next nest, tips to prepare your home for sale, deciding what furniture to take and finding a mover. Learn practical tips and helpful information to make your transition to a new home easier, more informed, and less stressful.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Brian McMillan: Seniors Real Estate Specialist - Judy Lindsay Team Reality Cost: FREERegister
Fraud Prevention for SeniorsMarch 19, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridaysThis presentation raises awareness about financial fraud and scams, empowering individuals to recognize, prevent, and report fraudulent activities. It emphasizes that fraud can affect anyone and reducing stigma is key to encouraging action and protection.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Lisa Tinley: P.E.A.M - Prevent Elder Abuse Manitoba Cost: FREERegister
Falls Prevention for SeniorsApril 2, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridayFalls are a major concern for our aging population. In the 2023 - 2024 fiscal year in Canada there were 81,599 fall-related hospitalizations in Canada (canada.ca). Join Linda, the Executive Director of Active Aging in Manitoba for a thorough review of all the precautions and preventative exercises you can do to reduce your chances of having a major fall.Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Linda Brown: Executive Director - AAIM - Active Aging in Manitoba Cost: FreeRegister
Understanding DementiaApril 16, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridayDementia is an overall term for a set of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain. Currently, over 20,300 Manitobans have Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. Information and support are valuable as dementia affects the health and day to day living of individuals, families and communities.This presentation will discuss:Common types of dementia including Alzheimer’s disease Possible signs of dementia Ways to reduce risk of dementia Alzheimer Society of Manitoba programs & services Other available community resources Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Katie MacDonald: Education Coordinator - Alzheimer Society of Manitoba Cost: FREERegister
Psychological Wellbeing As We AgeApril 23, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amFridayDr. Kristin Reynolds, Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Manitoba will discuss the science and practice of Psychological Wellbeing as We Age; including research findings and practical tips for aging with wellness. Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Dr. Kristin Reynold: Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Manitoba Cost: FREERegister
Preventing Elder Abuse: Protecting Older AdultsJune 15, 2027 10:30am - 11:30amTuesdayJoin us on June 15, Elder Abuse Awareness Day, for a free educational presentation to learn how to recognize, respond, and take action against elder abuse. Elder abuse is a serious issue that affects physical, emotional, and financial well-being of older adults.This presentation will cover:What is elder abuse What are the different types of elder abuse How can you protect yourself How to recognize the warning signs Who can help? Location: Dakota Community Centre - Board Room Instructor: Lisa Tinley: P.E.A.M - Prevent Elder Abuse Manitoba Cost: FREERegister