Get Back to Nature (RSVP)

Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 10:30am–12:00pm
Thursday, July 16, 2026 | 10:30am–12:00pm
Thursday, August 27, 2026 | 10:30am–12:00pm
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 10:30am–12:00pm
Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 10:30am–12:00pm

Location
Nelson Park behind Parkview CC. (meet at Parkview)
Cost
Free
Address
189 Blake Street, Barrie L4M 1K5
Organization
PARKVIEW 55+ CENTRE
Contact
Parkview 55+ Centre
Phone
705 737 0755
Email
Heather.Kenehan@barrie.ca

A program for Care Partners and Older Adults Navigating Dementia or Frailty.

Care partner respite program: Older adults and their care partner attend the programs together and take part as a pair. Explore creativity together through engaging, hands-on activities that spark joy and connection.  Create, connect, and unwind programs designed for shared experiences and meaningful moments.

Have you heard about the benefits of nature? Experience the calming benefits of nature with our guided meditative walk exploring Nelson Park or along the Lakeshore Trail from Parkview Centre.  Immerse yourself in this meditative practice  lead by Beth Foster, Instructor.       

NO FEE but please register ahead by calling Parkview at 705 737 0755. This Program is designed to support care partners and the older adults they care for together. Partners register together. Learn more at Care Partner Respite Programs - Simcoe County Seniors 

Join us for the following sessions:

  •  June 18: Hello Summer
  • July 16: Saluting the Sun
  • August 27: Farewell to Summer
  • September 3: Pivot into Autumn
  • September 17: Welcome Colour

About Barrie's 55+ Centres

There’s no age limit on staying active in Barrie. The Allandale 55+ Centre and the Parkview 55+ Centre offer quality in-person recreation, education and fitness opportunities along with events and workshops for individuals 55 years of age and better. Learn more at barrie.ca/SeniorsCentres.

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Funding provided by the Government of Ontario

July 16, 2026 - 10:30am - July 16, 2026 - 12:00pm
August 27, 2026 - 10:30am - August 27, 2026 - 12:00pm
September 3, 2026 - 10:30am - September 3, 2026 - 12:00pm
September 17, 2026 - 10:30am - September 17, 2026 - 12:00pm