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PROGRAM 2011-2012 An Outline of Third Age Centre Events
When Someone Dies: What are the Choices? Thursday, February 16, 2012 Presenters: At this Third Age Centre event, two experienced speakers will talk about our responsibilities and the decisions we must make when someone dies. Jim MacLeod, Owner, Mgr., York Funeral Home, and Rev. Deborah Everett, Pastoral Care Director, DECH, will cover many topics including traditional and contemporary burial services, choices in the disposition of a body, legal requirements, organ donation, and obituary writing. Please Register in advance by calling 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca Refreshments will be served. The ABC’s of Fraud Awareness Wednesday, January 18, 2012 Presented by: The Saint John Volunteer Assoc. & the New Brunswick Securities Commission Join us on January 18 to learn about all of these timely topics - - Investment Fraud - protect
your hard earned money! Please Register in advance by calling 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca Refreshments will be served. Sisters and Brothers Across Time Thursday, December 8, 2011 Speaker: Dr. Ingrid Arnet Connidis, Visiting Chair in Gerontology, STU All of our family relationships have elements of continuity and change over time. For most of us, the longest of all our family ties are those with sisters and brothers. Our connections ebb and flow, reflecting our stages of life and the events and transitions that we each experience. Much attention is paid to sibling rivalry and upset as media reports focus on the problems that families may face. But does this reflect the realities of sibling ties as we grow up and old? This talk will consider how our relationships with sisters and brothers evolve over time and under different circumstances. The place of siblings in the constellation of relationships that make up family life is the focus of the presentation. Ingrid Arnet Connidis is
a Professor of Sociology in the Department of Sociology at the University
of Western Ontario. Her work in the areas of family ties across the
life course, adult sibling relationships, intergenerational relations,
and aging and policy implications, has been published in a variety of
books and journals including the Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences,
Journal of Marriage and Family, Canadian Journal on Aging, The Gerontologist,
and Research on Aging. An Important Note About Parking: The day of this event is a reading day at St. Thomas - no classes are being held - so parking passes are not required and (hopefully) space will be available. This event is open to the
public and free of charge. The Silvering Screen: Images of Aging in Cinema Friday, November 18, 2011 Speaker: Dr. Sally Chivers, Trent University Popular films have always included elderly characters but, until recently, old age only played a supporting role onscreen. Now, the ongoing influence of the Baby Boomer population has resulted in a growing number of notable actors remaining onscreen later into their lives, unafraid to look if not act their ages, and changing the ‘face' of Hollywood. While actors such as Clint Eastwood, Jack Nicholson, and Judi Dench, will not go gently, the roles they play have changed to be primarily focused on aging. This presentation and discussion will explore how the stories that Hollywood tells are changing and what they say about contemporary views of growing older. Dr. Chivers is the Chair of the Department of Canadian Studies at Trent University in Peterborough, Ontario. She is the author of several publications including The Silvering Screen: Old Age and Disability in Cinema, University of Toronto Press (May 2011) and The Problem Body: Projecting Disability on Film by Sally Chivers and Nicole Markotic, Ohio State University Press (May 15, 2010). The event is open to the
public and free of charge. Living With Climate Change in Atlantic Canada Thursday, October 13, 2011 This event will review what
we know about sea level changes, unusual weather and coastline degradation,
and what is projected for the future and how we live with it. Three
of the presenters are Research Geographers in the region. The fourth
is from the Climate Change Secretariat, N.B. Department of Environment. There will be two morning speakers followed by a light buffet lunch in the foyer. The afternoon will have two more speakers and end with Questions from the audience. There is no charge for this
event. International Day of Older Persons Breakfast Friday, September 30, 2011
Come at 8:00 am for music,
coffee/tea and conversation. If you plan to attend PLEASE
REGISTER IN ADVANCE $5 for members, and $7 for non-members to cover the cost of food - payable at the door Everyone is welcome! 2011 Annual General Meeting Tuesday, May 24, 2011 You are invited to attend the Third Age Centre 2011 Annual General Meeting. It’s our 20th Anniversary so come help us celebrate, enjoy a slice of birthday cake, elect the new Board, and discuss plans for the 2011-2012 Program year. Tim Andrew and his wife Sheila will entertain us with a light-hearted review of events taking place over the 20 years of TAC’s existence. Everyone is welcome! Refreshments will be served. Why We Do Genealogy Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Terry Punch is the next presenter for the "Interesting People Doing Interesting Things" series. "Why We Do Genealogy" is Mr. Punch's topic and he says he will stay until everyone's question is answered. Mr. Punch taught History for many years at Saint Mary's University, has written four books on Irish Immigration to Atlantic Canada, and is a long standing contributor to periodicals and groups pursuing genealogy in this region. Free admission - Refreshments - Door Prizes For more information call 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca This presentation is part of a series titled "Interesting People Doing Interesting Things" brought to you by the Third Age Centre, the Fredericton Public Library, and the New Brunswick Public Libraries Foundation with funding from the Government of Canada's "New Horizons For Seniors Program". Lighten Up! Tuesday, April
5, 2011 Do you feel like you need to clear out some of that clutter around your home or office? Are you thinking about making the change into a smaller living space? Here's a presentation that will help you get started. Jackie
Vanthournout Part 1 - "Organize
Your Home: Six Step Organizing System" "clear your clutter, clear your mind" Refreshments will be served and we will have a draw for a door prize during the second half of the presentation. For more information call 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca This presentation is part of a series titled "Interesting People Doing Interesting Things" brought to you by the Third Age Centre, the Fredericton Public Library, and the New Brunswick Public Libraries Foundation with funding from the Government of Canada's "New Horizons For Seniors Program". Here is the link to a list of businesses and organizations in the Fredericton area where you can sell, donate, recycle, or dispose of some of that clutter you need to clear out. This resource list also includes some recommended reading to help you with the chore. Bilingual
Progress in New Brunswick: Wednesday, March
16, 2011 Michel Carrier, Q.C., Commissioner of Official Languages for NB will speak about "Bilingual Progress in New Brunswick: What has happened, is happening, and is going to happen". This presentation is part of a speaker series titled "Interesting People Doing Interesting Things" brought to you by the Third Age Centre, the Fredericton Public Library, and the NB Public Libraries Foundation with funding from the Federal Government’s New Horizons For Seniors Program. For more information call us at 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca Everyone is welcome - refreshments will be served Caring
For Pain - the MindBody Medicine Way Dr. Bill
Cook For more information call us at 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca Everyone is welcome - refreshments will be served “Interesting
People Doing Interesting Things” Join us for these presentations in 2011 THE BLOODY SUNDAY
INQUIRY BILINGUAL PROGRESS
IN NEW BRUNSWICK DECLUTTERING AND
DOWNSIZING WHY PEOPLE DO GENEALOGY IMAGES OF AGING ADAPTATION STRATEGIES
FOR CLIMATE CHANGE IN THIS REGION Presentations brought to you by the Third Age Centre, the Fredericton Public Library, and the New Brunswick Public Libraries Foundation Funded by the Government of Canada “New Horizons for Seniors Program” For more information- phone: 452-0526 email: 3rdage@stu.ca A Report
on the Bloody Sunday Inquiry Honourable
William L. Hoyt This presentation is the first in a series titled "Interesting People Doing Interesting Things" brought to you by the Third Age Centre and the Fredericton Public Library with funding from the Government of Canada’s “New Horizons For Seniors Program”. Watch for a listing of the entire series in the near future. Every one is welcome - refreshments will be served Aging Through
The Ages Dr. Andrew
Achenbaum What it means to
grow older and to become old has changed through the course of history.
Some ‘truths’ about aging become ‘stereotypes’.
Reflecting on the historical record helps us to situate our own journey
in life. Dr. Achenbaum is
Professor of History and Social Work in the Graduate College of Social
Work, Admission will
be: $5 for members, $10 for non-members. “Striving
on Their Own: Men's and Women's Experiences of Widowhood" Speaker: Losing one’s life partner impacts every aspect of life and changes relationships with family and friends. In this presentation Dr. van den Hoonaard will share the results of her research on the experiences of widows and widowers and how they meet this significant challenge. Dr. van den Hoonaard
is the author of two books on the subject “The Widowed Self: The
Older Woman’s Journey Through Widowhood” and “By Himself:
The Older Man’s Experience of Widowhood”. International Day
of Older Persons Breakfast On Friday, October
1st the Third Age Centre will sponsor it’s annual breakfast in
recognition of the International Day of Older Persons. Later we will honour the recipients of the 2010 George Wakeling Award and the 2010 Logue Memorial Award. Come at 8:00 am
for music, coffee/tea and conversation. Alzheimer’s:
The Future Speakers: and Pat Morden,
CEO of Shalom Village, a Kosher not for profit long term care organization
in Hamilton, Ontario affiliated with McMaster University Being a health care consumer and advocate requires us to be informed of the issues and challenges presented by an aging demographic. This presentation will provide an opportunity to interact with two “leading edge” professionals who care about excellence in aging. Pat Morden has provided leadership to the development of Shalom Village, a long term care organization in Hamilton, Ontario that puts residents first in every aspect of its operation. She will discuss how to make long term care a health care system resource that we are grateful to have. Dr. Jack Diamond, Scientific Director of the Alzheimer Society of Canada, has provided leadership to the study and understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and the impact of an increasing incidence of this condition on long term care. He will highlight the content of “ Rising Tide ” a landmark report of the Alzheimer Society of Canada and why it should serve as a “ wake-up-call” for all of us. Refreshments will
be served. 2010 Annual General
Meeting You are invited to attend the 2010 Annual General Meeting of the Third Age Centre. The annual meeting is an ideal time to pass along your ideas about the operation and programming of the Third Age Centre. Come and hear reports of TAC’s activities, elect the new Board, and discuss plans for the 2010-2011 program year. The guest speaker, Joseph Sears from the Atlantic Driving Acadamy’s DriveWise NB program will talk about "Our Driving Population: Aging Drivers & Their Families". Refreshments will be served and everyone is welcome! Music, My Father,
and I Dr. Martin
Kutnowski Dr. Kutnowski, who is a composer and writer as well as Director of the Fine Arts Program at St Thomas University, Fredericton, will talk about the remarkable link between music and communication. He will describe how, through music, he managed to reach his father, who is suffering from severe brain injury. To register in advance, or for more information, call 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca Senior Cohousing
- RESCHEDULED FROM 26 NOV 2009 Imagine living in a small community of individually owned housing units, arranged around a common open area or courtyard, with a common house or community centre. Recreate an old-fashioned neighbourhood that supports friendly co-operation, socialization, and mutual support. You’re imagining senior cohousing, a new “old idea” for new seniors. On Thursday, March 18th the Third Age Centre will sponsor a presentation that explores this community approach to independent living. During the first half of “Senior Cohousing” Jo-Ann Fellows, Third Age Centre Board Member, will provide an overview of cohousing, incorporating films of five international examples. The second half of the program will be presented by Yvon Thibodeau, Manager, Residential Development, Atlantic Peoples Housing, Co-Op Atlantic. His topic will be “Actually Building Cohousing in New Brunswick”. To register in advance, or for more information, call 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca Social & Sexy Chaired by Ada
Rogers, RN, MN, GNC(C), Faculty of Nursing UNB, “Sexuality
and Aging” Dating: Older Adults
and Healthy Relationships” This session will examine the meaning of sexuality and the myths associated with sexuality and aging. After reviewing the normal bodily changes that occur with aging, we will explore strategies to enhance sexual functioning and alternate ways to meet our needs for pleasure. Issues surrounding protection from harm and abuse during dating will also be discussed. To register in advance, or for more information, call 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca SALT: Shake It
Out Chaired by Donna Young, TAC Past-President Speakers: Salt is in the news and in excess in almost every processed food we buy. How can we shake out 60% of our daily intake? It’s going to take a lot more effort than just removing the shaker from the table. Two dietitians will supply us with visual and verbal information .To register in advance, or for more information, call 452-0526 or email 3rdage@stu.ca
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