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Minds In Motion

Minds in Motion

Minds in Motion® is a community-based social program that incorporates physical activity and mental stimulation for people with early to mid-stage signs dementia and their care partners.
12 week Fall Session runs through to Dec 4th:
Tuesdays at 12:30pm at MMCC
Register through the Wawa Family Health Team- contact Geriatric Coordinator Jolene Binda.
The participants
  • Minds in Motion participants have early to mid-stage signs of dementia and are accompanied by their care partners
  • In some circumstances individuals register on their own, please connect with your local Alzheimer Society for more information on this option
  • A maximum of 11 couples, or 22 participants, enrolled in each eight-week program
The program
The 2-hour program runs once a week, for 8 weeks. 
  • Gentle and easy to follow physical activities
  • Fun social activities focused on building personal skills
The program benefits
For the person with dementia:
  • Improved balance, mobility, flexibility, and alertness
  • Increased confidence, and comfort with their own circumstance
  • Mutual support from others facing similar experiences
For the care partners 
  • It’s an opportunity to focus on their own health, and have fun with their partner. 
  • Seeing the person they are caring for enjoying themselves
  • Mutual support and learning from other care partners
All participants can benefit from:
  • Sharpened mental functioning, sometimes lasting 2-3 days.
  • Increased sense of social participation
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  • Home
  • MMCC info
  • Fitness & Yoga
  • Programs for Seniors
    • Chair Based Programs
    • Minds in Motion
    • Nordic Walking
    • Stand Up! -Falls Prevention Program
  • Bootcamp
  • About Us
  • Contact