Senior Centre Without Walls through A & O: Support Services for Older Adults offers free educational and recreational programs over the phone. The program reaches out to socially isolated older adults 55+ living in Manitoba. Individuals and groups are welcome. There is no cost to register. We will call in all registered participants 10 minutes before programming begins. Participants will also be given a toll-free number to access programs on their own if needed (no pins or access codes required). 

In our guide you will find the following topics plus a whole lot more! 

Welcome to Senior Centre Without Walls! 

• Fact or Fiction 

• Estate Planning

• The Regency Era

• Frauds and Scams 

• 5 Minute Mysteries

• Health and Wellness Presentations: Comforts of Home-Care, Bowel Health, Heartburn , Emergency Response Information Kits (E.R.I.K.®)

• Travelogues: Quebec City, Manitoba Provincial Parks! 

• Music Therapy, Art Therapy and Meditation 

• Celebrity Bingo, Fun and Games 

• Book Club, Short Stories and Poetry (read aloud) 

• Biographies: Chief Peguis, Louis Riel, Phil Fontaine, Mellie McClung

• Observances & Celebrations: Lunar New Year, Valentines Day, Eid Al-Fitr, Passover

AO-SCWW-Volume- 28 - Winter 2026 - website.pdf

AO-SCWW-Volume- 28 - Winter 2026 -registration sheet - fillable.pdf

Shop Safely this Holiday Season

The holiday season is a time of joy, but it’s also a busy time for shoppers both in stores and online. To help keep your holidays safe and stress‑free, here are some important tips:

️ In‑Person Shopping

• Stay Alert in Crowds: Keep an eye on your surroundings and your belongings. Opportunistic criminals take advantage of busy stores and malls.
• Protect Your Purchases: Don’t leave shopping bags visible in your car. Store them in the trunk or take them straight home.
• Plan Ahead: Park in well‑lit areas, keep your keys ready, and if possible, shop with a friend for added safety.
• Secure Your Deliveries: Make sure online shopping packages are hidden out of sight when delivered or arrange to have them sent to a friend or family member’s home if they’ll be available to receive them.

Online Shopping

• Buy from Reputable Sources: Stick to trusted retailers and official websites to avoid scams.
• Use Multi‑Factor Authentication: Add an extra layer of protection to your accounts whenever possible.
• Verify Emails: If you receive suspicious verification or order emails, call the company directly to confirm legitimacy.
• Check Your Accounts Frequently: Review transactions regularly to ensure your information hasn’t been compromised.

From the Winnipeg Police Service E-Watch

The Centre on Aging hosts an online Speaker Series, where Centre Research Affiliates present their research in aging related fields and discuss current issues. The Speaker Series takes place online via Zoom. It is free to attend and all are welcome, but registration is required to join the sessions.

November 28 | 2:30 – 3:30 PM | Via Zoom

Ethics and equity in telerehabilitation for older adults and the future of digital health

Dr. Mirella Veras, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Physical Therapy, College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Register on Zoom

About the presentation

Telerehabilitation is changing how health services are delivered to older adults by helping to overcome barriers such as distance and limited access to care. However, not all older adults benefit equally. Challenges with access to technology, digital skills, privacy, and socioeconomic differences raise important questions of ethics and equity. In this talk, Dr. Mirella Veras will discuss these issues and highlight ways to ensure telerehabilitation becomes more inclusive, fair, and responsive to the needs of diverse older adult populations.

From the Winnipeg Police Department:

Here are our tips to help you stay safe:

Scrape Your Windshield: Though it’s a pain, we hope you’ll agree that visibility is critically important to driving your vehicle. Yes, even when you’re running late, please be sure to take the time to scrape your windshield entirely so vision is not obscured on the roads.

1. NEVER leave keys in an unattended vehicle: Opportunistic thieves often target vehicles left running with keys in the ignition. Even if you'll only be a minute, always take your keys with you.
2. Be Prepared: Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle in case you get stuck or stranded. Include items like warm gloves, booster cables, blankets, and safety pylons. These can help keep you safe and warm until help arrives.
3. Drive for the Road Conditions: When roads are icy or snowy, slow down and leave extra space between you and other vehicles. Intersections can be especially slippery, so give yourself lots of time to stop.

Slow Down and Move Over when Passing Emergency Vehicles

The Highway Traffic Act requires drivers to slow down and move over when emergency vehicles or tow trucks are pulled over on the side of the road. If the speed limit is less than 80 km/h, you must slow down to 40 km/h. If the speed limit is over 80 km/h, you must slow to 60 km/h. Failure to do so may result in hefty fines.

Winter driving in Winnipeg comes with its challenges, but with the right preparation and awareness, we can all help keep our roads safer. Let’s drive smart, stay alert, and make safety a priority this season.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

November is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence, or intimate partner violence, is a behaviour that occurs in an intimate relationship. It can include violence, threats of violence, or elements of emotional and psychological abuse.

It can affect anyone of any age, gender, sexual orientation, and regardless of the length of time of the relationship. It may be a spouse, common-law partner, ex-partner, or even a new dating partner. It can be one single act, or a recurring behaviour.

Warning signs that someone may be experiencing intimate partner violence could include:

• Withdrawing behavior;
• Not speaking up for themselves, especially when their partner is around;
• Change in behavior at work or school performance;
• Increase in drug or alcohol use;
• Unexplained bruises or injuries;
• Controlling behavior from the partner, such as monitoring where they are, who they see, and who they text or talk to.

If you or someone you love is experiencing intimate partner violence, you are not alone. Asking for help can be the first step in ending the cycle of violence.

Call 9-1-1 if you or someone you love is in crisis. If you are unsure or have questions, you can contact the 24-hour Domestic Abuse Crisis Line at 1-877-977-0007 to receive help or support.

The Centre on Aging hosts an online Speaker Series, where Centre Research Affiliates present their research in aging related fields and discuss current issues. The Speaker Series takes place online via Zoom. It is free to attend and all are welcome, but registration is required to join the sessions.

Join us for our first presentation of the term!

October 30, 2025 | 2:30–3:30 PM | Via Zoom

The revolving closet door: 2SLGBTQIA+ Aging in relation to health and well-being

Dr. Peter Donahue, Dean, Faculty of Social Work

Register for October 30 on Zoom

As this diverse community continues to age, it's essential to recognize the unique challenges they face - including the impacts of lifelong discrimination, social isolation, and barriers to accessing inclusive healthcare. At the same time, we will highlight the resilience, strength, and community-building that have shaped the lives of many 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults. By understanding these experiences, we can work toward more inclusive, affirming, and equitable care systems that support healthy aging for all.

This presentation will review:

• The historical contexts and policies impacting their lives
• The unique strengths of and challenges facing older 2SLGBTQIA+ adults
• From a life course perspective, how their experiences have shaped their health and well-being as they age and their help-seeking behaviours.

Note: The Centre on Aging does not permit the use of AI transcription or any recordings for the Speaker Series or Research in Aging Workshop Series. If you require AI for accommodation, please contact coaman@umanitoba.ca at least two days before the event.

Centre on Aging

University of Manitoba

This is the handout for the AI presentation conducted in Oct 2025. It has useful references and contact info.

Oct AI presentation Handout 2025.docx

This YouTube video covers what happens when you delete and report scam or junk mail.

https://youtu.be/GMoOCKkcd_w?si=sbyZRkjJuuaV6582

This YouTube video discusses have deep fake content AI generated can be detected. 

https://youtu.be/GMoOCKkcd_w?si=sbyZRkjJuuaV6582