Aging with Insight

A free educational series in support of seniors and caregivers in our west-end community.

We’re pleased to offer this free educational series exploring topics related to seniors health—and it’s all virtual so you can participate from the comfort of your own home. Join us to hear from St. Joe’s experts on a range of topics from aging in place, eating well and keeping active, and cognitive health.

Check back soon for more info about the next session in the spring. To be the first to hear about Aging with Insight, and other news and events, sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of this page.

St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation would like to extend our sincere thanks to The Slaight Family Foundation whose generous support and commitment to seniors’ health has made this series possible.

Upcoming Session

Cardiac Health
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
With Dr. Anjali Anselm

Join us for our next Aging with Insight session featuring Dr. Anjali Anselm, Chief of Cardiology at St. Joe’s and President of Riverside Cardiology and Diagnostic Imaging. With over 15 years of experience caring for patients in our community, Dr. Anselm will share expert guidance on maintaining heart health as we age—including practical tips and insights to support your cardiovascular wellness.

Register today.

Previous Sessions

Keeping Active
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
With Jacqueline Holloway

This free virtual event will be led by physiotherapist and expert in St. Joe’s Ambulatory Care Centre, Jacqueline Holloway. Jaqueline will offer practical tips on staying active as you age. We’ll also share some great resources in the community for people who are looking for enjoyable ways to stay active – many of them are right here in the west-end!

View the webinar deck here. If you would like a printed version of the deck, please reach out to us at JKuzma@stjoestoronto.ca.

As a companion to this session, we’ve also created a local resource guide featuring nearby fitness and wellness programs specifically for older adults. You can find everything from gentle movement classes to group activities—many just steps from home.

Revisit the session or share it with someone who may benefit.

Watch here

Cognitive Health and Aging
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
With Dr. Amanda Chen

Following her popular talk last year, Dr. Chen returns to share practical insights on maintaining cognitive health as we age, including strategies to prevent cognitive decline and ways to identify and manage conditions like mild cognitive impairment and dementia. You’ll also learn about how to prepare for healthcare decisions that may arise as you age.

View the webinar deck here. If you would like a printed version of the deck, please reach out to us at JKuzma@stjoestoronto.ca.

Eating Well and Staying Active
November 27, 2024
With Lauren O’Neil and Jacqueline Holloway

This session, on Eating well and Staying Active was led by experts of the St. Joe’s Ambulatory Care Centre Lauren O’Neil (Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator), and Jacqueline Holloway (Physiotherapist). Together, they shared practical tips on maintaining a healthy diet and staying physically active as you age, helping you make positive choices for your well-being.

Missed the session? Watch the presentation here.

You can also view the webinar deck here. If you would like a printed version of the deck, please reach out to us at JKuzma@stjoestoronto.ca.