Age Well. Stay Vibrant.

Getting older brings with it a variety of new physical, emotional and mental challenges. However, the aging process doesn't have to leave you feeling overwhelmed. The wealth of information and resources available today make it possible for people to manage many aspects of the aging process.

Baycrest offers an extensive range of high quality programs and services to help people as they age. We specialize in everything from healthy aging, to rehabilitation, to long-term care.

Healthy Aging Articles

Warm water exercise good for relieving symptoms
Maria Arduini credits five years of regular exercise in warm water with keeping her osteoarthritis symptoms in check. Painful knees were making it difficult for her to walk up and down the stairs at the school where she taught. “In the water we do range-of-motion and strengthening exercises, the kinds of exercises that are more gentle for the joints. The program has helped my situation tremendously. It has given me relief from pain and halted the progression of the disease. I would highly recommend it.” .
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Healthy Aging Tips

Putting your best foot forward
Keeping your feet comfortable and pain free can be a challenge as we age. Unfortunately, when your feet are sore, the rest of you feels miserable too.
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Healthy Living and Health Maintenance Programs

These programs and services help seniors actively manage their health through education, exercise and social activities. Please click on the program you are interested in to see the detailed information.
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Publications and Videos

Baycrest has produced an “Encyclopedia of Health and Aging” with lots of valuable information. As well, we have produced a video entitled “Gentle Exercise” for tips on how to stay fit.
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