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INDEX News for Agency Staff here Events for Agency Staff here Work Opportunities in the Senior-Serving Sector here Items for Board Members here Items for Seniors here Volunteer/Work Opportunities for Seniors here
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NEWS FOR AGENCY STAFF
1. “The digital age is making aging a whole lot easier. From talking pill dispensers to tracking devices tucked inside tennis shoes to digital medical scanners that can transmit vital signs to the doctor, today's gadgets help seniors stay in their homes and can give relief to loved ones and caregivers.” To read more in the Detroit Free Press, go here.
2. “Scientists can now more easily differentiate Alzheimer’s disease from frontotemporal lobar degeneration without having to carry out invasive tests, such as a lumbar puncture, which involves sticking a needle into the spine. At the moment, diagnosing dementia is a struggle for doctors, which often results in delayed treatment. Invasive tests can help, but patients find them unpleasant.” To read more, go here.
3. China’s national legislature has amended its law on the elderly to require that adult children visit their aged parents "often" or risk being sued by them. The amendment does not specify how frequently such visits should occur. To read more from CBC News, go here. 4. Is your non-profit organization looking for office space? Attend an open house on Jan. 10 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Rosslyn Shopping Centre, 13532A - 97 Street, Floor 2 (wheelchair accessible). This location is close to a major bus terminal (Northgate). “There are many benefits in sharing a large office space with other non-profit organizations.” For more information, email [email protected].
5. Non-profits are eligible to apply for Department of Canadian Heritage financial support for activities delivered during the Celebrate Canada period, from June 21 to July 1. These activities celebrate National Aboriginal Day on June 21, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day on June 24, Canadian Multiculturalism Day on June 27, and Canada Day on July 1. The deadline for applications is Jan. 15. For more information and to apply, go here.
6. Homeward Trust Edmonton wants to recognize outstanding organizations and people who have worked to address homelessness or affordable housing in the capital region. Included in the categories for ROOPH (Recognizing Outstanding Organizations and People in Housing) awards are ones for exceptional volunteerism in the housing sector and outstanding service for the aboriginal community. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 16. To make a nomination, go here or contact Terry Jorden at 780-701-3601 or [email protected]. Award recipients will be recognized during a special luncheon ceremony in March.
7. The SAGE (Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton) Awards focus on the extraordinary accomplishments of older adults. They support a positive perception of seniors and help reduce negative outcomes such as elder abuse and ageism. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 31. For more information and a nomination form, go here or contact JoLynn Aube by phone at 780-701-9017 or by email at [email protected].
8. Mayor Stephen Mandel and the Professional Arts Coalition of Edmonton welcome nominations for the Mayor's Celebration of the Arts on April 29 at the Winspear Centre. The nomination deadline is 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 1. The event is designed to “acknowledge and honour the Edmonton arts community and its partnerships with our city’s businesses”. Among the award are two for sustained support of the arts and outstanding lifetime achievement. To access nomination forms for each of the award categories, go here.
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1. The Edmonton Chapter of the Alberta Gerontological Nurses Association and Alberta Association on Gerontology will hold their annual joint meeting on Jan. 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Winspear Room at the University of Alberta’s Faculty Club, 11435 Saskatchewan Drive (parking located in Lot V, corner of Saskatchewan Drive and 116 Street, for $2). The guest speaker will be Dr. Jasneet Parmar on Lessons Learned from the Journey: Decision Making Capacity. For more information and to access a registration form, go here. The registration deadline is Jan. 11.
2. The Alberta Centre on Aging will host a Research on Aging Nibble, Nosh and Network event from 1:30 to 4 p.m. on Jan. 18 in the Lister Conference Centre at the University of Alberta. The guest speaker will be Alberta Seniors Services and Continuing Care assistant deputy minister Chi Loo on what role research and researchers might play in guiding and influencing the direction in aging related policy in Alberta. Attendees are encouraged to bring a poster highlighting their research. The pre- registration deadline is Jan. 11. To register, go here.
3. MaleSurvivor.org, “the leading resource for male survivors of sexual abuse in the United States”, will present a workshop for professional helpers and a free Dare to Dream event for male survivors and community members in Edmonton on Feb. 11 and in Calgary on Feb. 13. For more information and to register, go here.
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WORK OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SENIOR-SERVING SECTOR
Calder Seniors Drop In Society is looking for an assistant cook. Applicants must have a food handling certificate and their own transportation. The hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Thursday. The assistant cook will also be expected to cover the vacation of the lead cook and assist with tournaments and special events. If interested, contact Calder Seniors Drop In Society at 12953 – 120 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5E 5N8 or call 780-451-1925.
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1. Board Leadership 2013, a program of workshops focused on board members of voluntary and not-for-profit organizations, will be held March 16 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Grant MacEwan University, Robbins Health Learning Centre, 10910 - 104 Street, Edmonton. Sponsors include the Alberta Culture Board Development Program. Topics covered include board roles and responsibilities, putting the fun back in fundraising, developing policy and using social media to attract board members. More information will be posted at www.boardleadership.ca starting Jan. 15.
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ITEMS FOR SENIORS
1. According to a recent poll by Alzheimer's Disease International, 40 per cent of people living with dementia report they had been avoided or treated differently after diagnosis. One in four respondents cites stigma as a reason to conceal their diagnosis. That’s why the Alzheimer Society has launched a new campaign with the slogan See me, not my disease. For more information and to test your attitude, go here.
2. YMCA of Edmonton is inviting seniors searching for affordable housing to apply to live at the Melcor YMCA Village, a brand new 150- unit building with wheelchair accessible units as well as bachelor, one bedroom and two bedroom units. For more information call 780-426-9622 or go here.
3. Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital's Older Adult Rehabilitation Team will host monthly education sessions beginning Jan. 9 from 2 to 3 p.m. for caregivers of older adults. Facilitated by registered nurses, the sessions are open to the public at no cost. Topics include activities of daily living such as hygiene, oral health and dehydration; signs and symptoms of delirium; safety in the home, including falls prevention and medication management; and caregiver concerns. For more information and to register, call Sandra Holowaty at 780-735-6142.
4. Edmonton Public Library online resources can help you look for jobs, improve your English language skills, read newspapers from around the world and more. Regular free information sessions are held Wednesdays at 4 p.m. No registration is required. The next sessions are Jan. 9 and 23. They are held in the third floor training room at the Stanley A. Milner branch located at 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square. For more information call 780-977-7841 or email [email protected].
5. Stage Struck Seniors drama group at Strathcona Place Senior Centre begins meeting in the new year at 1 p.m. on Jan. 11. “Stage Struck Seniors focus on reading and writing short plays and skits. They also put on performances.” The fee to participate is $25. The centre is located at 10831 University Avenue. For information call 780-433-5807.
6. Golden Edge, an exhibition of fine craft work by artists age 55+, opens Jan. 12 with a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. and continues until March 30 at the Alberta Craft Council gallery, located at 10186 - 106 Street, Edmonton. The participating artists are Jackie Anderson, Ilse Anysas- Salkauskas, Karen Cantine, Sarabeth Carnat, Jim Etzkorn, Crys Harse, Patricia Hartnagel, Susan Kristoferson, Brenda Malkinson, Liv Pedersen, Shona Rae, Dana Roman, Ruby Serben, Carol and Richard Selfridge, and Catherine Thomson.
7. The Deep Freeze Winter Festival, held Jan. 12 and 13, is a free event in Edmonton that “brings together the Ukrainian, Franco-Albertan, Franco-African, First Nations, and Acadian/East Coast communities to revel in the magic and beauty of winter”. Included in the festival, held on or near 118 Avenue, will be the display and sale of artworks from more than 50 visual and fine craft artists at four galleries. For more information, go here.
8. Jewish Senior Citizens’ Centre (also known as the Jewish Drop-In Centre) will host Alberta Health Services’ Success over Stress workshop from Jan. 16 to Feb. 13. “This is a stress management program for adults.” Sessions run from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The centre is located at 10052 - 117 Street, Edmonton. For more information, call 780-488-4241.
9. Alberta Health Services will offer a free Better Choices, Better Health chronic disease self-management workshop Thursdays, Jan. 17 to Feb. 21 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre, 11000 Stadium Road. To register, call 311 or visit www.edmonton.ca/ereg.
10. “The word ‘dementia’ is an umbrella term for anything that can cause issues with brain functioning such as confusion, memory loss, or loss of problem solving ability. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia in older persons, there are many more varieties.” For access to a comprehensive Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Guide, provided by Home Instead Senior Care, go here. To attend a free Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver Workshop at Westend Seniors Activity Centre on Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., RSVP by emailing [email protected] or calling 780-439-9990.
11. Edmonton’s Rick Lauber has been a caregiver for both of his parents and has written the book Caregiver’s Guide for Canadians (published by Self-Counsel Press). It deals with issues such as caregiving from a distance, caring for yourself, choosing a long-term care facility, finding joy in caregiving and more. The book is available at Chapters Indigo bookstores and online here. You can meet the author on Jan. 19 at Indigo – South Edmonton Common, 1837 – 99 Street, from noon to 4 p.m.
12. Join the Jewish Senior Citizens’ Centre and Edmonton Opera for a special talk on Offenbach’s opera, The Tales of Hoffmann, on Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Art Gallery of Alberta. The event will include a panel discussion on the theme of science and the supernatural in the 19th century. There is no charge but an RSVP is required by Jan. 14. Call 780-488-4241 or email [email protected]. No transportation is provided.
13. Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton (SAGE) celebrates Robbie Burns Day with a tea at 1 p.m. on Jan. 25. The registration deadline is Jan. 22. “There will be haggis sampling, bagpipes, dessert, coffee and tea.” The cost is $7 for members and $9 for non-members. SAGE is located at 15 Sir Winston Churchill Square. For more information call Rachel at 780-701-9016.
14. Central Lions Seniors Association presents a Robbie Burns dinner and entertainment from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Jan. 25. The deadline to purchase tickets is Jan. 17. They are $30 for CLSA members and $35 for non-members and guests. Dinner will be roast beef with haggis and the entertainment will be provided by the RCMP Pipes and Drums Band, Strathcona Scottish Dancers and Dan Miller & Co. For more information call 780-496-7369 or go to www.CLSA2.com.
15. Join the Jewish Seniors Citizens’ Centre for the dress rehearsal performance of Offenbach’s famous opera, The Tales of Hoffmann, at 11 a.m. on Jan. 30 at the Jubilee Auditorium. The ticket price is $23. RSVP and pay for your tickets by Jan. 22. The centre is located at 10052 – 117 Street, Edmonton. For more information call 780-488-4241 or email [email protected]. No transportation is provided.
16. Home Instead Senior Care Edmonton is seeking support for its Facebook Likes Fundraising Challenge. From now until Jan. 31, it will donate $1 to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta & NWT for each new Facebook “Like” up to $1,000. To get to HISCE’s Facebook page go here and to support the Alzheimer Society via donations go here.
17. The University of Alberta will host its annual Open Wide event on Feb. 12. Eligible participants will receive free basic dental treatment. Eligible participants are low income adults who do not have dental coverage. Call 780-407-5571 now to make an appointment.
18. Strathcona County has been awarded the 2014 55 Plus Canada Games. They will take place Aug. 27 to 30. Qualifying for Team Alberta requires participation in the 2013 Alberta 55 Plus Winter and Summer Games. The Winter Games are in Calgary Feb. 13 to 16 and the Summer Games are in Barrhead/Westlock July 25 to 28. For more information, visit www.alberta55plus.ca.
19. YMCA of Edmonton’s Family Resource Centre is holding a series of Seniors’ Active teas from 9 to 11 a.m. on Wednesdays from now until Feb. 28. Seniors are invited to participate in a low-impact fitness class geared towards active older adults before enjoying tea and a light snack. Activities include crafts, games and guest speakers. The cost is $64 for registered participants and $8 for drop-ins. Go here for more information. The centre is located at 9538 – 103 A Avenue.
20. The City of Edmonton is reminding seniors that its Waste Management Branch offers an assisted waste collection service for customers who have difficulty getting their recycling or garbage to the curb or lane. Collectors pick up garbage or recycling from outside the front or back door of the home. There is no additional charge for this service. For more information call 780-496-5698 or go to www.edmonton.ca/waste.
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VOLUNTEER/WORK OPPORTUNITIES FOR SENIORS
1. HIV Edmonton is looking for a computer-proficient volunteer casual receptionist who is outgoing and welcoming, “as they are the first person people meet when they enter the agency”. The opening is for 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. It would be helpful if the volunteer has “some administrative background, though this is not a requirement, but we do require they are comfortable with computers generally (email, internet, word processing, etc.)”. Interested individuals are asked to contact Leah at [email protected] or by phone at 780-488-5742.
2. Telus World of Science “offers a unique, energized environment that provides for a lifelong love of the wonders of science and discovery. You do not need to be a science buff: we need volunteers with a wide variety of skills and talents. We offer a sociable work and play atmosphere, flexible shifts, recognition, and discounts on merchandise and facility fees.” For a listing of opportunities this winter, go here.
3. The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta (CPAA) encourages seniors to be “active in the community and make a difference in others' lives” by learning about volunteering opportunities and the benefits of volunteering. Through the CPAA’s Mentorship Program, seniors can “stay active after retirement within their professional or personal areas of interest”. For information, go here. To attend a presentation, call 780- 477-8030 or email [email protected]. For more information about the CPAA, visit www.cpalberta.com.
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