Seniors Celebrate Wellness in Richmond
25 May 2007
In conjunction with Seniors Week held June 3 to 9, 2007, Richmond seniors can celebrate years of good health and wellness by taking part in Activate 2007.
On June 6, 2007, older adults can participate in the many activities at this year’s Seniors Wellness Fair. Featuring keynote speaker Olga Kotelko, Senior Olympian, Activate features other activities such as a ceremonial walk, wellness and holistic health services, volunteer/health fair, as well as interactive entertainment, including belly dancing and a drumming circle.
In Richmond, seniors are involved in the community in many ways and Activate is one way to celebrate and recognize their involvement in helping Richmond achieve its vision of being “the most livable, appealing and well-managed community in Canada.”
“Improving quality of life is one of Richmond Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services main goals,” says Donna Vines, Special Projects Coordinator. “It’s about developing healthy minds and bodies and providing more opportunities for people in the community.”
Activities for Activate 2007 include:
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Minoru Park - Clement Track | |
| 9:00 a.m. | Opening Ceremony with special guest speaker, Olga Kotelko, Senior Olympian |
| 9:45 a.m. | Ceremonial Walk followed by refreshments at Minoru Place Activity Centre |
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Minoru Place Activity Centre | |
| 9:00 am -12:30 pm | Volunteer / Health Fair, featuring 20 community service providers. |
| 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose Clinic |
| 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Rejuvenating Spa. Includes mini sessions of Massage, Therapeutic Touch or Reflexology. |
| 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm | Healthy & delicious Activate lunch with entertainment – Main Hall *Must pre-purchase tickets |
| 1:15 pm - 2:00 pm | Activate 2007 Grand Finale. Join the Drumming Circle session with Lyle Povah |
For more information about Activate 2007, contact Minoru Place Activity Centre at 604-718-8450.
According to Statistics Canada, people in Richmond have the greatest life expectancy in Canada, living an average of 83.4 years, almost four years longer than the normal average of 79.5.
