Past Events

This class will help participants prepare for the transition into retirement. Topics covered may include: Management of physical, social and emotional health Evaluating retirement goals and lifestyle plans Examining reasons for retirement Learning how to maintain an active and engaged lifestyle Learning how to transition out of the workplace and into the next chapter of life

Is poor sleep dragging you down? You will learn Tips and tricks on getting a better nights sleep. What is sleep hygiene? How sleep can effect your day. Requires Doctor Referral? No. Please call to register 780-419-2214 Cost: Free

Learn how the Mediterranean Diet benefits your health. Become familiar with Mediterranean food patterns Learn the 8 steps to get started with the Mediterranean Diet. Learn Mediterranean foods and flavors. Obtain some easy recipes to begin eating nutritiously on the Mediterranean Diet. Program Eligibility: 16 years or older Cost: Free

Have you been told you have Osteoarthritis? Learn more about symptoms, progression, pain management and some tips and tricks for staying active. Arthritis does not have to slow you down, you can be the healthiest version of you with the right information!

Demystifying Menopause Learn what is behind what you are going through and some strategies to help manage your symptoms. You are not alone!

Have you been called a worrier? Is your mind always racing? You may have anxiety or an anxiety disorder. Learn what you can do to cope and some practical strategies to help keep you feeling calmer. Find out about treatment options including therapy and medications.

Nutrition, physical activity and stress affect your life, especially when you're living with ongoing health concerns. This 6 week long workshop will help you discover changes and strategies to help you live a healthier life with Chronic Pain.  Caregivers and support persons welcome. To register, please contact Alberta Health Services - 780-401-2665 January 9th - February 13, 2019

Find your F.I.I.T is a two hour interactive workshop, facilitated by an exercise professional. The intended audience is persons who are seeking to increase their daily physical activity, but may have barriers in doing so. This class will discuss ways to decrease sedentary behavior, address barriers to increasing physical activity, and de-bunk some common misconceptions about exercise. Target outcomes for patients: Understanding how to safely progress an exercise program through the use of the F.I.T.T principle (Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type) How…

Recommendation: Take Diabetes: Healthy Eating BEFORE Diabetes: Meal Planning.      Learn tips and tricks to manage your blood sugars through meal timing, balanced meals, carbohydrate choices and reading food labels. Please contact Alberta Health Services to register for this course - 780-401-2665

Do you have trouble saying 'No' and sticking to it? Do you feel like people walk all over you, or do you have trouble keeping your temper under control?  Find out how you can communicate effectively to make sure you are getting what you need, and respecting the needs of others. To register for this class, please call the St. Albert Public Library - 780-459-1530

Attend 8 of the Weight Wise Workshops in a supportive sequence, and gain knowledge and build on learning week by week.  Your one-time registration will register you for all the classes in the series.  Classes will be at the same day, time, and location each week for 8 weeks. Please contact Alberta Health Services to register 780-401-2665 Week 1 (Jan. 16, 2019) - Getting Started - *Recommendation: If taking Weight Management classes, begin with this class, if possible*  Learn how weight affects…

Have you been called a worrier? Is your mind always racing? You may have anxiety or an anxiety disorder. Learn what you can do to cope and some practical strategies to help keep you feeling calmer. Find out about treatment options including therapy and medications. Please register - 780-939-7839

The Mediterranean Diet has been called the 'Gold Standard' for Healthy eating. Discover how the flavors and colors of the Mediterranean Diet can improve your cholesterol levels, decrease pain and inflammation, decrease your risk of heart disease and stroke and help you to achieve and maintain your best weight!