Active Aging Calgary

FitMinds

FitMinds is a free eight-week brain health course designed to stimulate the mind in fun, engaging, and meaningful ways.

Research suggests that lifestyle-based programs such as FitMinds can help reduce the risk of dementia by up to 33%.

The program consists of seven 90-minute sessions, each including:

30 minutes of engaging lecture-style learning
60 minutes of interactive activities such as puzzles, memory recall exercises, storytelling, problem-solving, and computation

The final session is a graduation celebration recognizing participants for their commitment and participation.

Topics Covered

Throughout the program, we focus on five key areas that support healthy aging and brain health:

Nutrition
Socialization
Mental Stimulation
Spirituality
Physical Activity

To support brain growth and reduce the risk of dementia, participants are encouraged to:

Complete 30 minutes of "Sit and Be Fit" exercise 4 to 5 times per week
Maintain proper hydration (approximately one cup of water for every 20 pounds of body weight)
Engage in at least 30 minutes of daily mental stimulation that is both novel and challenging

Participants also receive take-home booklets and presentation materials to reinforce the concepts discussed during each session.

2026 Unison Calgary memberships are available now through the Active Aging Department and Membership Desk.

Instructor: Katie Denischuk

Registration Details: You can register online by licking the button below, by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or by emailing program@unisonalberta.com

This program is graciously offered by Chartwell for Free! So come and join now!