How Social Prescribing is Redefining What 'Health’ Means
Increasingly, health is being understood as more than just the absence of illness. Social connection, purpose, belonging, and access to community supports all play a critical role in overall well-being. Join us on October 13th, 2026, for an engaging panel discussion exploring how social prescribing is helping redefine health and improve quality of life as we age while enjoying a buffet breakfast.
Host and Panelists:
Tarek Hussein, Clinical Pharmacist, Founder and CEO of sociaLink Rx
Sue Hesjedahl, Executive Director of Older Adults Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO)
Wendy Vuyk, Director of Community Health at Kingston Community Health Centres
Our panelists will share insights on well-being, the importance of community connection, and the growing role of social prescribing in supporting healthy aging. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how health care and community services can work together to address social needs and foster stronger, healthier communities.
Land Acknowledgment
The Community Foundation for Kingston & Area is situated on Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and Huron-Wendat territory. We acknowledge the significance of this land and all that is within it for the Indigenous Peoples who lived and continue to live here and who are sustained by this land.
It is our understanding that this territory is part of the Dish with One Spoon Treaty between the Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee to share and protect this land. In the spirit of peace, friendship and respect, all subsequent Indigenous Nations and newcomers were invited into this living treaty to care for this land and its resources.
We affirm our commitment to continuously listen, learn, and honour Indigenous histories and perspectives as we work towards building a more resilient and welcoming community. We affirm our commitment to be a space for reconciliation in action.