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SUMMARY:Are You Prepared Series: Fall Prevention & Safety in the Home (CALENDAR)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 3rd Annual Are You Prepared Series.  This series features 6 half-day presentations throughout the month of November.\n\n\nThursday, November 19, 2026 | 1:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.\n\n\nWE Seniors Community Cafe\n\n\nCost: $3.00 (pay at the door, includes coffee and treats)\n\n\n\nEVENT SCHEDULE\n1:30 p.m.\nSign in, grab a beverage & snack, and get seated.\n1:45 p.m.\nHow physical activity can prevent falls\nPresented by Primary Care Alberta\nMost of us have heard that staying physically active is important for our health, but how exactly does physical activity affect the risk of falling? What types of exercises are most effective? Are there programs specifically designed to help prevent falls?\nIn this presentation, we will explore the connection between physical activity and falls prevention, with a focus on building strength, improving balance, and maintaining mobility. Participants will learn about evidence-informed strategies and programs that can help reduce fall risk, support independence, and enhance quality of life as we age.\n2:30 p.m.\nEveryday Chemical Safety Made Simple\nPresented by Health Canada\nDiscover practical ways to safely use common household chemicals and pesticides with confidence. Through interactive discussion and real-life examples, you’ll learn how to understand product labels, recognize hazard symbols, safely use products around pets and others, and make simple choices that help create a healthier, safer home.\n3:30 p.m.\nHome Fire Safety\nPresented by Fire Rescue Services\nCaryn from Edmonton Fire Rescue Services will share practical home fire safety tips, including smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, home fire escape plans, cooking and smoking safety, common home hazards, lithium-ion batteries, and portable fire extinguishers. She will also discuss what to do in the event of a fire and answer your questions.\n\nHOW TO REGISTER\n\n\nVisit our front desk or call 780 483 1209  to sign up\n\n\nRegister online at MyActiveCentre HERE\n\n\nSend an email to ch****@*******rs.ca  \n\n\n
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