Join Dr. Puxty for an engaging exploration of the positive aspects of aging and what it means to age well.
Grounded in evidence and real-world experience, this presentation will highlight opportunities for lifelong wellness, social connection, and meaningful engagement at every stage of life. Participants will gain practical insights into healthy aging and how individuals, communities, and systems can work together to support positive aging outcomes.
Dr. John Puxty is currently an Associate Professor in the Division of Geriatric Medicine in the Department of Medicine at Queen’s University. He is Director of the Centre for Studies in Aging and Health at Providence Care. He is the Clinical Lead for the Southeast Specialized Geriatric Services, Integrated Memory Disorder Clinics at Providence Care Hospital and Chair of the Ontario Interdisciplinary Council for Aging and Health.
He is an experienced academic geriatrician who has an extensive list of publications and academic presentations, and is the co-editor of two books. He has special interests in Frailty, Cognitive disorders, Age Friendly Communities, distance-education and the use of information technology both as an aid to learning and strategies for effective Knowledge and Information transfer.
Explore a wide variety of topics in this speakers' series for Older Adults. Following each session, at 3:30 PM, Compassionate Communities Kingston will facilitate an informal Talking Café. Participants are invited to stay and socialize.
