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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

MARK THIS DATE: Saturday, May 26 -    10 a.m.
                
YMCA of PEI is hosting their second annual 10-5-1k Fun Run at Emerald, starting at the Community Centre near the train station. Proceeds to support "Youth-in-Need Programs" at YMCA. Both the professional runner and those wishing to test their running/walking skills are welcome. Prizes, games for children, and plenty of food options.
 
The Y folks hope to see you there!
NEW SESSIONS SCHEDULED FOR EPSI - At Credit Union Place

Please note that our sessions are not restricted to seniors.   If you have an intrest in any of our sessions, please feel free to attend - we would love to have you there.

On Tuesday May 1, from 7-8 p.m., Meighan Forbes will give an overview of a program called LIVING A HEALTHY LIFE.   This is a 6-week program which is designed to help you manage your health and maintain an active and fulfilling life while dealing with chronic conditions.   Meighan will give you an outline of the self-management program and tell you more about how you can get involved.



On Wednesday, May 2, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.   Dr. Linda Morrison will introduce you to naturopathy. 
This is a system of medicine based on the healing power of nature. Naturopathy is holistic, meaning that naturopathic doctors strive to find the cause of disease by understanding the body, mind, and spirit of the person

If you would like more information on either of these sessions, please call Gloria at 888-2174.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Check out our sessions for next week!


On Tuesday April 17, from 7-8 p.m., EPSI will host a session called CELLULAR HEALING:   A JOURNEY WITHIN.    Spiritual healing with Katherine Yule, practitioner.    Katherine will share her story and the background on the Journey Within program.   Scientific research has shown that our emotions affect our health - come and find out how you can live happily as your true self and improve your life.   PLEASE NOTE LOCATION:   CREDIT UNION PLACE AT THE EPSI OFFICE


On Wednesday, April 18, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Justin Perry, owner of Sites n' Bytes Computers, will talk about what you need to know about buying a computer.   Laptop versus desktop?    How much memory do I need?    What am I paying for?    Justin will answer your questions so you can make the best decision about your computer purchase.    Don't miss it!    PLEASE NOTE LOCATION:     ST. PAULS PARISH HALL - LOWER LEVEL - NOTRE DAME STREET   Please call Gloria at 888-2174 for more information

Thursday, April 5, 2012

PLEASE NOTE SESSIONS FOR NEXT WEEK!



On Tuesday. April 10 , from 7-8 p.m. EPSI is sponsoring a session at Credit Union Place about Celiac Disease. Brian Marcipont, president of the PEI Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association will be our presenter. He will answer your questions about this disease: What is it? What are the symptoms? What can you do about it? Please call Gloria at 888-2174 or stop by our office at Credit Union Place for more information or to register.

Wed. April 11, 10:30-11:30 a.m
. Nancy McFayden, from Harbourside Medical Clinic, will give a presentation about "Positive Management of Depression". During their lifetime about 1 in 10 Canadians will experience an episode of major depressive disorder—which is the diagnosis given to those suffering from depression. This session is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about depression--either for yourself or to support a friend or family member--and the positive steps one can take to manage it. For more information, please call Gloria at 888-2174. Hope to see you there!

We really appreciate your continued support of our educational sessions. As of April 4, 847 seniors have attended 57 sessions at EPSI. Thank you!

Happy Easter 

Please note :
EPSI will be closed 
Good Friday and Easter Monday 

See you Tuesday!



Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Healthy Eating for One


Our next Education session
April 4th  – Room 2 Credit Union Place 
with
Shani Gillespie, Nutritionist--Murphy’s Pharmacy 

Some great tips on  Budget tips, recipe ideas, good nutrition practices and making healthy choices

We look forward to seeing you here... it's going to be a great session 

PASSPORT TO EMPLOYMENT is coming to the Summerside area

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE FOR PASSPORT TO EMPLOYMENT DATES: April 17 & 18 pre-course and April 19 & 20 computer training.
Passport course start date is April 23. 
For more information please contact
Yvonne at 902 620 3857. Give her a call!





Are you between the ages of 55-64 and wanting to re-enter the workforce, either on a full-time or a part-time basis?


 PASSPORT TO EMPLOYMENT is coming to the Summerside area, beginning April 10.


 Classes are going to held at Slemon Park, and the program will include job search skills, computer skills, and personal awareness training. So why not come out and meet new people and sharpen your work skills before prime hiring time on PEI?


 For more information,


Please call EPSI at 888-2177
 or
Passport to Employment - Yvonne - at 902 620-3857. We would love to hear from you. This is a great opportunity - don't miss it!