Author: Catherine Fink

Are you interested in exploring how you can plan for maximum quality of life (QoL) in your older age? The 3 main factors influencing QoL in community dwelling seniors are: living area, health and finances…in the next course at the Workers Educational Association of Canterbury we will be unpicking these topics and relating them to…

Enrol in a course at the Canterbury Workers Educational Association! In May and June Catherine from Thrive OT will be delivering 2 short courses at the CWEA about Positive Ageing. The courses running are: Positive Ageing. May 14 and 21, 1-2.30 $14 This 2 week fun and interactive course will enable participants to understand the…

Mental fitness is essential for thriving in the complex and challenging world in which we live. Whatever your situation… whether you are:   experiencing overwhelming stress, just not able to achieve the work-life balance you desire, busy looking after others, but not yourself, managing multiple health conditions while trying to retain a “normal life”, OR…

Falling over is something that many older people fear. Yet falling is not a given as you age. There are many things you can do to stay steady on your feet and safe in your home to prevent falls as you age. 1. Improve your Strength and Balance Good strength and balance are one of…

Many people I talk to about Advance Care Planning have been putting it off for months or years, until they finally get round to it or are forced by life’s circumstances… It’s human nature, isn’t it? We get caught up in the busy-ness of day to day life and put off making time for thinking…