LUSO Adult Events

Luso is hosting a series of informative sessions over the upcoming months for adults.
Tuesday April 5 - 28, 2022
12:00am
Luso Support Centre Toronto & Luso Support Centre Peel

Please join us for informative sessions for adults. Come out, socialize and learn something new. Sessions are free of charge and everyone is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served.

To register, click the link below or call 905-858-8197 to reserve your spot. Sessions are available Virtually and In-Person as indicated. Spaces are limited.

For more information about our sessions, please contact:

Peel Sessions: Marta Pita at [email protected]
Toronto Sessions: John Paterson at [email protected]

 

Click here to register for Luso Adult Events

 

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Scheduled Sessions for April 2022

 

Luso Support Centre Peel

(6245 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5N 1A4)

 


April 6 (10:30 AM – 11:15 AM)

Let’s Talk Diabetes

6245 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5N 1A4

Let’s Talk Diabetes presented virtually by Diabetes Canada, provides general education on diabetes, its signs and symptoms, types and its prevention through healthy food choices and active living.

Presented by Rachel Tran & Omar Rezk of the Diabetes Canada Society

 

April 12 (11 AM – 12 PM)

Be Smart with Technology (Offered Virtually or In-Person)

6245 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5N 1A4

Come out and make more effective use of your technology!

Learn more about Communications through Technology (Email, Instant Messaging Services, Text Messaging, Video Calls & Conferencing, Softphones). Security and Privacy. Knowing the risks involved and how to safely navigate the internet, smartphones, online shopping, social media, etc. Also, knowing how to spot scams and avoid digital fraud.

Presented by Bryan Goncalves from Walnuty Technology Services

 

April 19 (11 AM – 12 PM)

Fraud and Scams (Offered Virtually or In-Person)

6245 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5N 1A4

What is fraud? What are scams? How to protect yourself and avoid becoming a victim.

Presented by Constable Jennifer Horner of the Peel Regional Police

 

April 25 (11 AM – 12 PM)

Fire Prevention & Safety (Offered Virtually or In-Person)

6245 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5N 1A4

Learn about fire prevention and the importance of a home escape plan. Protect yourself and others!

Presented by Brian Ertel, Public Education Officer with the Mississauga Fire Emergency Services

 

April 29 (10:30 AM – 12 PM)

The Importance of Moving MORE Each Day (Offered Virtually or In-Person)

6245 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5N 1A4

Physical activity can improve mental and physical health having a profound effect on the quality of life.

Learn about the shift towards movement and how easy and beneficial it can be to build an active day – no matter where you live, work, or play.

Presented by Natalie Toman from ParticipACTION

 

Luso Support Centre Toronto

(2295 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M6N 1K9)

 

April 5 (1 PM – 2 PM)

The Importance of Physical Activity

2295 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M6N 1K9

Two presenters from the West End YMCA, College and Dovercourt, will talk about the importance of physical exercise, and about the many diverse activities that are available at the YMCA. This will be an in-person visit and provide an opportunity for discussion and questions.

Presented by West End YMCA

 

April 6 (10:30 AM – 11:15 AM)

Let’s Talk Diabetes

2295 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M6N 1K9

Let’s Talk Diabetes presented virtually by Diabetes Canada, provides general education on diabetes, its signs and symptoms, types and its prevention through healthy food choices and active living.

Presented by Rachel Tran & Omar Rezk of the Diabetes Canada Society

 

April 12 (11 AM – 12 PM)

Be Smart with Technology (Offered Virtually or In-Person)

6245 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5N 1A4

Learn more about Communications through Technology (Email, Instant Messaging Services, Text Messaging, Video Calls & Conferencing, Softphones). Security and Privacy. Knowing the risks involved and how to safely navigate the internet, smart phones, online shopping, social media, etc. Also, knowing how to spot scams and avoid digital fraud.

Presented by Bryan Goncalves from Walnuty Technology Services

 

April 19 (11 AM – 12:30 PM)

Financial Awareness (Offered Virtually or In-Person)

2295 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M6N 1K9

Be informed and build better awareness and understanding of your banking options. Learn more about on-line banking, making payments, scams and risks, banking resources and how to better organize your finances.

Presented by John Martinho, Financial Planner at BMO Financial Group.