Study the relationship between nutrition, aging and wellness. The course will explore foundational concepts of healthy aging including the demographics of Canada's aging population, the physiology of aging and the nutritional needs of older adults. The focus will be placed on the design and implementation of food and nutrition, fitness, health and wellness programming within retirement community residences.
No Scheduled Class Meetings, January 16 - March 26 (Online)
Location:
ONLINE
Instructor:
Rowena Leung
Notes:
This is a 10 week course. Courses are activated in Avenue to Learn 1-3 days prior to the course start date.
Instructors
Rowena Leung
Rowena Leung is a Toronto-based Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. For almost 15 years, Rowena has practiced dietetics in a variety of settings including: family health team, diabetes education centre, long term care home, retirement home, industry, media, private practice and hospital. Providing care for the aging population has been a personal passion of Rowena’s since completing her undergraduate studies at Western University; therefore, Rowena has been involved in providing patient centred care for the aging population for almost 20 years.
Rowena is also very passionate about mentoring and educating individuals. She is currently enrolled at OISE and is pursuing a Masters of Education in Adult Education and Community Development. Rowena looks forward to sharing her practical knowledge with students as students engage in this comprehensive course about healthy aging.
