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Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsRe-Release: Rebelling Against Ageism with Ashton Applewhite : Part 1 In this inaugural episode, host Raeann Rideout, is joined with co-host April Struthers, for a lively discussion on Ageism with our guest Ashton Applewhite, an internationally recognized expert on ageism and leader on healthy aging, author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism, and co-founder of the Old School Hub. In Part 1 of our Rebelling Against Ageism Series, Ashton imparts her insights on defining ageism, its prevalence, impacts and where it shows up in our lives from health, policy, and intergenerational dialogue. We learn to check our assumptions and do our own self reflection of internal...2025-05-0723 min
Gaming News Canada ShowJohn Levy on Life After PENN, Ontario’s Rise & theScore’s LegacyIt had been a while since John Levy last spoke when he appeared last month at the NEXT.io Summit in New York. He had a few things to say about the departure of himself and sons Aubrey, Noah and Benjie from PENN Entertainment some 14 months ago, more than 2 ½ years after PENN acquired theScore in 2021. We’ve been giving it the old college try to get the elder Levy back on the podcast, and we finally succeeded this week as Ontario’s open, legal sports betting and igaming industry recognizes its third anniversary. Our conversation included a t...2025-04-0328 min
Coming of Age: Meeting the needs of our aging populationThe magic of Living ClassroomsHow do we build a thriving workforce to meet the growing demands of seniors’ care? With aging populations on the rise, the need for creative solutions in workforce development has never been more urgent. Enter the Living Classroom – a program that integrates education directly into long-term care. This innovative approach is training the next generation of caregivers and health care providers while enriching the lives of residents and care teams through collaboration and shared learning. Listen as Donna Duncan sits down with three guests who bring the Living Classroom to life:...2025-03-2532 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsPutting a Stop to Frauds and Scams Targeting SeniorsIn this final episode of Season 1 of Aging Vibrantly, we are putting a stop to frauds and scams targeting seniors. Our host Raeann Rideout and co-host Mary Ennis, speak with Stephanie Senecal, the Senior Support Unit Coordinator from the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, along with Karen Deredin and Bonnie Bednarik, who are senior volunteers at the CAFC, who share their wealth of information and their lived experience to help us gain a better understanding of how frauds happen and actions to take to prevent frauds and scams. Every year, people of all ages fall victim to f...2025-02-271h 01
The Briefing Note PodcastBonnie Crombie live from the campaign bus!Bonnie Crombie joined The Briefing Note live from a very bumpy campaign bus as she spends the last two days of the campaign trying to sway voters away from Doug Ford and Marit Stiles to make her the next premier of Ontario. You can hear her pitch to voters who might still be on the fence about who to support and more now in the newest episode of The Briefing Note with Madame Premier's Sarah Elder. 2025-02-2527 min
The Journey TogetherSeniors for Social Action Ontario, John LordThis week, Join host Bonnie Roe in conversation with John Lord, leader of SSAO, activist, elder, author, caregiver and recipient of the Order of Canada.2025-02-2126 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsBridging the Gap : Building Generational ConnectionsIn this episode, Bridging the Gap : Building Generational Connections we explore intergenerational programs that promote understanding and mutual respect among generations, contribute to age friendly communities and have proven to work in addressing ageism. In fact, intergenerational programs are valued and celebrated across Canada and internationally with events held on Intergenerational Day in Canada each year on June 1 and during Global Intergenerational Week which is recognized this year from April 24 - 30, 2025. Join us to listen to our senior expert on intergenerational learning, Sharon Mackenzie, an educator by profession and an advocate of intergenerational connections who shares her...2025-02-1452 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsInspirations for Lifelong LearningIn this episode, our guest Olive Bryanton, is the epitome of the life-long learner. Motivated to learn with her unending curiosity and desire to advocate and improve the lives of older adults, we learn about her journey to going back to PEI University to complete her Phd. Floursishing from her research, peer mentoring endevours and organizational connections, led Olive to her current advocacy work in community and government, leadership roles on needs older women in rural areas and role model for other later life learners. In this episode you will learn : How Olive defines life lo...2025-02-1445 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsHow to Recognize and Prevent Elder AbuseIn this episode, our guest Dr. Gloria Gutman, a pioneer in the work of elder abuse prevention, provides us with a better understanding of elder abuse, how to look for warning signs, who is at risk, and actions we can all take to take to prevent and safeguard against abuse as well shares her insights on what is being done in Canada to raise awareness of this important health and social issue. In this episode you will learn: Terminology and definition of elder abuse. Forms of elder abuse. Warning signs and vulnerabilities that put older adults at...2025-02-1138 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsCoping with Grief and Loss in Later Life Our guest Jennifer McCrae is a Credentialed Thanatologist, Certified Grief and Loss Specialist and End of Life Doula. We will talk about grief responses, healthy and unhealthy grieving as well as caring for yourself, caregivers and others as you move through loss and grieving. In this episode you will learn : · How grief is a natural response to any loss · What is complicated grief? · The difference between functional/healthy grief and complicated/unhealthy grief · Understanding causes and recognising symptoms of complicated grief · Strategies for families/groups to communicate effecti...2025-02-1035 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsProcuration – Considérations pratiquesLes gens pensent souvent qu'ils n'ont pas besoin d'une procuration; ils estiment que cela ne concerne que les personnes âgées. Pourtant, tout le monde devrait envisager d'en avoir une, surtout lorsqu'on est encore capable d'exprimer ses souhaits. Nous allons discuter de ce qu'est une procuration, de ce qu'il faut savoir pour en choisir une, des rôles, responsabilités et obligations, des protections que vous pouvez mettre en place pour vous protéger, ainsi que des options à envisager si l'agent désigné n'agit pas dans votre meilleur intérêt. À noter, chaque province et territoire...2025-02-0654 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsPower of Attorney for Property: Best Practices and Practical ConsiderationsPeople often think they don’t need to have a Power of Attorney for Property, but in fact everyone should consider having one, especially when they are still capable of expressing their wishes. In this episode, Power of Attorney for Property: Best Practices and Practical Considerations, our guest Laura Tamblyn Watts, CEO of CanAge, engages with us in a lighthearted, yet serious discussion, on what you need to know about making a Power of Attorney (PoA). In this episode you will learn: What a Power of Attorney (PoA) is and the importance of having one...2025-01-3158 min
The Whole Care NetworkDANIEL CLARK: For Transparency in Elder Care - First Stop ELDERadoFinding the right elder care for your loved ones shouldn't be a stressful challenge. But for most of us it is. Elder care is EXPENSIVE! Yet, families everywhere grapple with the lack of reliable information.
Imagine if booking elder care were as easy as booking a hotel. In this episode of Love Conquers Alz, we sit down with Daniel Clarke, the visionary founder of Elderado— which is not a Cadillac or a song by ELO, but rather the perfect name for a groundbreaking web platform designed to help families compare over 1,400 long-term care and retirement homes across On...2025-01-2253 min
Love Conquers AlzDANIEL CLARK: For Transparency in Elder Care - First Stop ELDERadoFinding the right elder care for your loved ones shouldn't be a stressful challenge. But for most of us it is. Elder care is EXPENSIVE! Yet, families everywhere grapple with the lack of reliable information. Imagine if booking elder care were as easy as booking a hotel. In this episode of Love Conquers Alz, we sit down with Daniel Clarke, the visionary founder of Elderado— which is not a Cadillac or a song by ELO, but rather the perfect name for a groundbreaking web platform designed to help families compare over 1,400 long-term care and retirement homes across Ont...2025-01-1753 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsSupportive Conversations In Episode 3, our guest Margaret MacPherson, speaks on having Supportive Conversations with older adults in your family or community who you may be concerned about regarding their safety and well-being, or living at-risk of harm. Listen to learn about “SNCit”, a three-step conversation framework that will inform and empower you to have supportive conversations and strategies on how to overcome our hesitation to help and what to say when someone does not want help. In this episode you will learn: Overview of the It’s Not Right (INR), Neighbours, Friends and Families for Older Adults national campaig...2025-01-1752 min
Bemaadizijig Ganoonindwaa: Talking to PeoplePreventing Elder Abuse and Financial FraudSergeant Chantal Larocque of the Anishinabek Police Service shares how to spot the signs of elder abuse and how to protect yourself from scams and financial fraud.
Sergeant Larocque is the Media and Recruitment officer for the Anishinabek Police Service and has been in policing for over 25 years. She is Franco-Algonquin from Mattawa and is a sought-after public speaker. She provides Indigenous awareness sessions to police services across Ontario.
Elder abuse is often underreported in First Nation communities. An isolated elderly community member may be more vulnerable to abuse. Sergeant Larocque describes some signs of physical or financial abuse, and how i...2025-01-1333 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsRebelling Against Ageism with Ashton Applewhite: Part 2 In Episode 2 of our Rebelling Against Ageism Series, host Raeann Rideout, is joined with co-host April Struthers, for a lively discussion on Ageism with our guest Ashton Applewhite, an internationally recognized expert on ageism and leader on healthy aging, author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism. In part 2 of our interview, Ashton dives into how we internalize aging and explore the connection between ageism and elder abuse, tips for encouraging intergenerational conversations on aging and her advocacy work as co-founder the Old School Hub, and success stories of Ageism Campaigns, including Ageism Awareness Day, that ar...2025-01-0733 min
The Book CoverGRAHAM ELDER - End In SightAuthor Dr. Graham Elder has released the fourth instalment in the Covid Odyssey series, following Dr. Mark Spencer on his journey to solve a mystery that has its life during the Covid-19 pandemic years.Death is not always the end … END IN SIGHTWhile hiking the deep woods of Lake Superior Park in Northern Ontario, an innocent man is shot and killed. Somehow straddling the world of the living and the dead, he realizes he has until sunset to make peace with the loss of his loved ones and make sense of the re...2024-10-2033 min
Aging Vibrantly : Conversations to Empower SeniorsAging Vibrantly - Teaser ReelWelcome to the Aging Vibrantly Conversations to Empower Seniors podcast, the show where we amplify the voices of seniors. Join Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario, and special guests as they share insights about seniors’ rights, ageism, frauds and scams, powers of attorney, mental health and wellness, intergenerational connections, and dispel myths about aging. Each episode features an older adult who will impart their expertise and wisdom, to enhance our understanding of aging and living a full, safe and fulfilling life with respect and dignity. This podcast is produced and edited by Todd Miller of The...2024-10-1101 min
Connecting the Dots w/Dan HappelIS RUSSIA OUR NATURAL ENEMY?https://danhappel.com/is-russia-our-natural-enemy/
If we identify our friends by their enemies and enemies by their friends, we usually find ourselves on the wrong side when we listen to establishment Politian's and (celebrities?).
As we jump from one failed globalist fiasco to another, the question becomes; who are our real enemies, and what level of manipulation are we willing to accept from those telling us who we must hate?
Guest: Dennis Young joined a Canadian light infantry unit shortly after high school in 1983. After basic training, he was posted to Baden Baden West Germany d...2024-09-251h 39
Tough Call: A Mediation PodcastSeventeen: Elder MediationCT and Dale discuss ideas around elder mediation, but also introduce a book club! CT offers up titles for both mediators and any person interested in delving into mediation (fiction and non-fiction). Listeners - tell us about your ideas around Self-File Wills or when it's good to make end of life planning (such as Living Wills).
Welcome to Tough Call: A Mediation Podcast ©. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Ehler Ryshpan Bhatti Mediation & Legal Services, LLP: serving Ontario and New York, with French bilingual services in Civil Litigation matters. Translation in Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic also a...2024-07-2923 minThe Briefing Note PodcastYouth & Political Consultation with University of Toronto PhD Candidate Wraychel Gilmore - Ep. 76This week I’m chatting with Wraychel Gilmore, a PhD candidate at the University of Toronto and advocate for children and youth about her research in engaging youth in political consultation. We chat about how youth come to be consulted, a real-world example with Canada’s Ambassador to the United Nations Bob Rae and the level of global interest in Wraychel’s work.Learn more about Wraychel Gilmore:Wraychel Gilmore has twenty-five years of experience in community development and strategic change. Her career spans across executive, non-profit, government, and consulting roles. Wraychel's ability to employ...2024-07-0242 min
Hull on Estates#695: Elder Law Day 2024This week on Hull on Estates, Sydney Osmar and Mark Lahn discuss highlights from the Ontario Bar Association's Elder Law Day 2024. Topics include collaborative law in estate litigation, caselaw updates, accommodating elderly clients, and the recent implementation of Bill 200, which impacts the registration of Notices of Security Interest. Referenced Blog:2024-06-2521 minHull on Estates#695: Elder Law Day 2024This week on Hull on Estates, Sydney Osmar and Mark Lahn discuss highlights from the Ontario Bar Association's Elder Law Day 2024. Topics include collaborative law in estate litigation, caselaw updates, accommodating elderly clients, and the recent implementation of Bill 200, which impacts the registration of Notices of Security Interest. Referenced Blog:2024-06-2521 min
Huron Chapel - Auburn, ON CanadaWhat is an Elder
Sunday June 16, 2024
Join us for worship onsite & online at 10:30 A.M. Pastor Mike Stanley preaching on 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and 1 Peter 5:1-5, “What is an Elder”.
Join us for worship onsite & online at 10:30 A.M.
Huron Chapel Evangelical Missionary Church, Auburn, Ontario
http://huronchapel.com
2024-06-2030 min
Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo20. What You Need to Know about For-Profit Long-Term Care Homes, and How to Prepare Our Parents and Ourselves for Care During Our Senior Years With a Looming Elder Care Crisis on the Horizon With Lawyer Melissa MillerAging and care in our older years impacts all of us... Have you ever thought about how you want to live out your senior years? Have you discussed this with your own aging parents? Maybe, you’re already caring for an elderly family member or have admitted them to a long-term care facility that can help them manage a disease like dementia or assist them with mobility issues. Today in Ontario, there are 76,000 residents in long-term care homes with another 30,000 people on waitlists. In the next five years, it’s estimated that an additional 50,000 people will need care in a nu...2024-05-161h 19
Dr Mara Karpel & Your Golden YearsENCORE: Dr. Patricia Spindel on Elder AdvocacyWe have another great program, when we will be joined from Ontario by Dr. Patricia Spindel. Patricia is the Chair of Seniors for Social Action Ontario, she was a co-founder of the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly, and she is a former President of Concerned Friends of Ontario Citizens in Care Facilities. She is also a recipient of a Government of Canada medal for service to her community. We are looking forward to having a discussion about elder advocacy2024-03-241h 04
Dr Mara Karpel & Your Golden YearsDr. Patricia Spindel on Elder AdvocacyWe have another great program, when we will be joined from Ontario by Dr. Patricia Spindel. Patricia is the Chair of Seniors for Social Action Ontario, she was a co-founder of the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly, and she is a former President of Concerned Friends of Ontario Citizens in Care Facilities. She is also a recipient of a Government of Canada medal for service to her community. We are looking forward to having a discussion about elder advocacy2024-03-041h 04
The Noble MotherA Love Letter To Humanity-Elder Billie HarriganWOW! You don't want to miss this interview with Billie Harrigan. If you don't know Billie, you need too! Billie has been serving birthing families for about 40 years as a Traditional Birth Companion,( What Canadians used to call “the neighbor “ when having a baby) educator, breastfeeding counsellor, lay pastoral counsellor, and integrative perinatal health consultant. She’s the founder of The Harrigan Hive, The Hive Collective – a Private Member Association, and Birth Trauma Ontario. Billie is the author of the world’s first and most comprehensive online training in the skills of trauma-informed care for the perinatal client. She’s a subject...2024-02-0559 min
Mortgage Matters with Gretchen PodcastBalanced Resolution of Separation & Elder Issues with Julie Gill, March 2023Julie is a trained arbitrator, a Qualified Mediator, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, an Advanced Certified Elder Mediator, and a certified specialist in both Family Mediation and Family Separation Finances. Julie is the current Chair of the Family Dispute Resolution Institute of Ontario (FDRIO).
Join us as we discuss how mediation can help when over 55 and considering a reverse mortgage or other options to stay in their home, tips for successful decision-making for families during separation, and the benefits of using a professional Mediator.
2024-01-1829 min
Clearing a New Path™Elder Cindy Crowe - Sacred CirclesElder Cindy Crowe - Sacred CirclesThis is the third time I have had the pleasure of speaking with Elder Cindy Crowe for a podcast episode, however, I speak with her often as she is my mentor, a dear friend and my chosen family.Cindy is an Anishinaabe Grandmother Elder, a Knowledge Keeper, a Lodgekeeper, a Pipe Carrier and a Drum Keeper.Cindy is from Opwaaganisiniing close to Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. She is called to connect Indigenous & non-Indigenous folks, as well as support...2024-01-1349 min
Coming of Age: Meeting the needs of our aging populationElder caregiving and the modern workplaceHow will Canadians balance their caregiving duties with their jobs? As the first of the baby boomers soon turn 80, we expect a growing number of employees in workplaces across Canada with caregiving responsibilities. In this episode, Donna Duncan is joined by a panel of experts discussing elder caregiving and the modern workplace. Listen as they explore the growing trends and implications for employers and for Canadians balancing caring for their elderly loved ones with careers and workplace commitments. As more Canadians find themselves navigating caregiving responsibilities, let’s discuss workplace and societal strategies.2023-10-1750 min
Living RicherEp. 17 Interview w/ Jeanette Bock, Elder Care Consultant: Planning for Your (or your parents')Later YearsWhen planning for retirement, most people don’t focus on health concerns, yet the reality is that seven out of 10 people over 65 will eventually need long-term care. This can have a major impact not only for an individual but also for the entire family. In this podcast, I interview elder care consultant Jeanette Bock. Jeanette works with seniors and families to guide them through the many life choices they face as they age. During our discussion, Janette shared her top planning tips to ensure you or an aging loved one can make informed decisions to ease life tra...2023-07-1350 min
Now I See PodcastMary Faus, Native American ElderOn this week's episode of the Now I See Podcast, you can hear from Mary Faus, an Ojibway-Cree native of Ontario who is a spiritual leader and advocate for her native people. Mary is passionate about helping her community reclaim their culture and voice, and she's also a founder and active member of All Tribes DC, which is a Christian-based nonprofit formed by native people. If you're interested in learning more about Mary's culture and hearing her perspective, be sure to tune in!Reference:Turtle Islandhttps://en.wikipedia.org...2023-03-2343 min
On Aging Canadian ConversationsOn Advocacy and the Future of Aging, with Laura Tamblyn WattsLaura Tamblyn Watts, lawyer and CEO of CanAge, joins us to talk about the different aspects of advocacy and how you can be an advocate – starting with your own story.
Laura Tamblyn Watts is the Founder and CEO of CanAge, Canada’s national seniors’ advocacy organization. Laura is a passionate advocate on a variety of urgent issues affecting older Canadians, including long-term care and home care, financial security, elder abuse, health care, ageism and inclusion of marginalized communities.
Laura previously served as Chief Public Policy Officer at the Canadian Association of Retired Persons before establishing CanAge...2023-02-2327 min
The In-Between People PodcastTeachings with Elder Edward LavalleeWelcome to the 7th episode of The In-Between People Podcast. In this episode, we are joined by our guest Elder Ed Lavallee. In this episode, Elder Ed recalls teachings, powwows, resources, Two-Spirit gatherings, and shares his stories.
More on Ed below:
Edward Lavallee is a traditional Plains Nehiyaw (Cree) of the Sturgeon Lake First Nation in Saskatchewan. He attended the University of Saskatchewan and has worked as co-editor of the Native People newspaper, published by the former Alberta Native Communication Society, now the Aboriginal Multi-Media Society of Alberta. He has studied Aboriginal history, spirituality and ph...2023-01-151h 06
On Aging Canadian ConversationsOn Elder Abuse, with Marta HajekWhat does elder abuse look like? Marta Hajek, Executive Director of Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario, shines a light on the different forms abuse can take and how to spot the warning signs when someone in your community may be at risk.2023-01-1225 min
Mishoo miinwaa Noki ~ You, Me and Wrinkles – The Elder Abuse Prevention PodcastKitchi Nshinaabeg dibaataanaawaa Kitchi Nshinaabeg miji doodwindwaa – Elders talk about Elder Abuse in Ojibwe: PART ONEPART ONE: A recording of a Zoom event held May 18, 2022Kitchi Nshinaabeg dibaataanaawaa Kitchi Nshinaabeg miji doodwindwaa – Elders talk about Elder Abuse in Ojibwe Aapiji go gegeti, aabdig Wii dbaamjigaade maanda nayi waabjigaadeg. Baatinat.[This is the truth. This needs to be looked at. There is too much of it.] Ron Odjig This episode is in two parts. The first is the Zoom event. Silent no longer, five Anishinaabe Elders speak in their language about what they have seen, what they kn...2022-11-291h 02Mishoo miinwaa Noki ~ You, Me and Wrinkles – The Elder Abuse Prevention PodcastKitchi Nshinaabeg dibaataanaawaa Kitchi Nshinaabeg miji doodwindwaa – Elders talk about Elder Abuse in Ojibwe: PART TWOPART TWO: A recording of a private post-event conversation on May 18, 2022 Description:This episode is in two parts. This second installment captures the group's excited private conversation afterwards, as they expressed how liberating, important and impactful it was to talk. The conversation about issues, resources and solutions continues.The first is the event itself. Silent no longer, in Part One five Anishinaabe Elders speak in their own language about what they have seen, what they know, from their life experience and work experience as community workers, teachers and ind...2022-11-2931 minMishoo miinwaa Noki ~ You, Me and Wrinkles – The Elder Abuse Prevention Podcast"Kids Talk About Elder Abuse - How to Identify and Intervene in Elder Abuse"Kids are smart. They're observant. This recording captures the thoughts of a youth group at M'Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre. They listen to excerpts from the episode "Thieves," talk about what they heard, what it means, how to deal with it, and what they'd like to see next. In the end, the Seven Grandfather Teachings underpin their hope for how we would treat elders. This episode can be used by teachers, youth leaders and families to start the conversation with your own kids. An educational guide will be coming soon on www.sheatre.com.Speakers: Laura, Kiera...2022-11-1540 minMishoo miinwaa Noki ~ You, Me and Wrinkles – The Elder Abuse Prevention Podcast"Your Money, My Money, Our Money" and "Locked Away" - How to Identify and Intervene in Elder AbuseFinancial Abuse! Unspoken shames.The Stories: A man steals his elderly alcoholic father’s money and bank cards. Another man neglects his mother’s spiritual well-being, forcing confinement and refusing her access to church and friends. We also hear about the beauty of wrinkles, and their meaning. Panel Discussion: Financial Abuse is the most commonly reported kind of elder abuse. Prevention is key. We want answers about what to do. Some abuse is hard to talk about. There's nothing wrong with reaching out and getting help. Nobody deserves to be abused. H...2022-11-0854 minMishoo miinwaa Noki ~ You, Me and Wrinkles – The Elder Abuse Prevention Podcast"Life With Mother" - How to Identify and Intervene in Elder AbuseThe Story:For years her husband abused her; now that he’s had a stroke, she’s getting her revenge. a wife who can’t properly care for her invalid husband, overmedicates him and neglects his medical needs -- and she refuses to get him better care because her government benefit cheque would be reduced.The Discussion: The panel highlights the multiple kinds of abuse depicted in the story, and talks about the fears that propel the characters' behaviour. It's not uncommon for there to be more than one problem happening at once. Finding and connecti...2022-11-0148 min
#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchBONUS | Resident Voices in Long-Term Care with OARC’s Melissa McVie & Devora GreensponBonus Episode - Erin Davis and Doug Robinson are joined in this special episode with the Ontario Association of Residents' Councils, Melissa McVie, Director of Education and Communications, and Devora Greenspon, LTC Resident and REAL Group Co-Chair.
Barry Hickling was our guest in Episode #5 speaking about ageism, living in long-term care, and his role with the OARC. We encourage you to revisit this conversation.
Devora was encouraged by the staff at her Long-Term Care home to participate in the Residents' Council. Feeling of chaos in the meeting and not being shy, stepped in. Before she kn...2022-10-2532 minMishoo miinwaa Noki ~ You, Me and Wrinkles – The Elder Abuse Prevention Podcast"Mockery" and "Let Grandma Take Care of It" - How to Identify and Intervene in Elder AbuseThe stories:Two stories focus on multi-generational abuse and relationships. In "Mockery" a youngster makes fun of a disabled elder. In "Let Grandma Take Care of It", when their child asks to be cared for, alcoholic parents sluff off their responsibilities onto grandmother, who lacks the financial resources and stamina for the job . The discussion:The crux of the discussion is about reconnecting to self and others: using culturally specific and mainstream approaches to reduce dependencies and contribute to individual and family well being. Questions arise about the relevance of the Seven Grandfather Teachings and the pla...2022-10-2543 minMishoo miinwaa Noki ~ You, Me and Wrinkles – The Elder Abuse Prevention PodcastThe Golden Roof - How to Identify and Intervene in Elder AbuseSCAMS!! The Story:When a widow is cheated, nobody steps up to take responsibility. It’s a scam! Who is this guy? Where does the buck stop? The late Elder Rose Peltier reflects on the act of “Respect”, now and in the past, and passes along her wisdom and wishes. The Discussion: It takes bravery and social responsibility to counter this problem. Don’t be afraid to act. Officer Jason Cranny asks people to please report scams to authorities, and tells us why that’s so important. Counsellors David Root and Dorothy Wass...2022-10-1848 minMishoo miinwaa Noki ~ You, Me and Wrinkles – The Elder Abuse Prevention PodcastThieves Part 2 - How to Identify and Intervene in Elder AbuseA continuation of Thieves, Part 1. The story: Teenagers steal from and injure their grandfather. The discussion: Someone says, “We don't want to get to a point where the police are involved, but they might have to be.” What would happen if the police were called in? What could be the role of other authority figures, a counselor or an Elder be in this situation? Police, service providers, Elders and survivors answer those questions, and talk about some responses they’ve used to keep elders and children safe. From policing to pastry...2022-10-1130 minMishoo miinwaa Noki ~ You, Me and Wrinkles – The Elder Abuse Prevention PodcastThieves – How to Identify and Intervene in Elder AbuseThe stories: Teenagers steal from and injure grandfather; sweet memories of grandmother’s wrinkles. The discussion: Young people start the conversation with the question, "What is elder abuse? "A survivor tells of post-traumatic stress. Grass roots services for youth are the subject of counsellors from Saugeen First Nation. Dorothy Wassegijig-Kennedy talks about the deep impact of historical colonization and her quiet determination to implement cultural revitalization. Elder Martina Osawamick speaks personally about unhealthy, enabling behaviour of grandparents, as well as the fulfilling grace of raising children within traditional teachings. For information about th...2022-10-0448 minThe Briefing Note PodcastTiffany Balducci - Ellected Ep. 45Episode 45 of Ellected is a conversation with one my favourite union activists, Tiffany Balducci. Tiffany is an extremely dedicated union member and leader in Ontario and the backstory of how she became so involved, a leader, at such a young age is both anger inducing but also inspiring. More about Tiffany Balducci:Originally from the United States, Tiffany Balducci has been involved in union activism at some capacity since she was a steward at a public library system in Flint, Michigan at fourteen years old. Tiffany is the 2nd Vice President of C...2022-10-0442 min
Clearing a New Path™Cindy Crowe - Healing Rural CanadaYou might remember Cindy Crowe from season one. She was the last episode of the first season. As luck would have it, I had quite a thought-provoking conversation with Indigenous Elder, Lodgekeeper, Author and rural business woman Cindy Crowe. Cindy is a band member of the Opwaaganisiniing or the Red Rock Indian Band about an hour east of Thunder Bay, Ontario.Cindy talks about upcoming municipal elections. Cindy owns businesses and she’s worked in many different sectors, including working with vulnerable populations. And she is vulnerable and authentic herself as she speaks about he...2022-09-2847 minThe Briefing Note PodcastAlberta Senator Karen Sorensen - Ellected Ep. 43"Hello, please hold for the Prime Minister." Can you imagine getting that call because it would be one to remember forever. Someone who will remember it forever is Karen Sorensen, who had it happen a year ago when Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called and told her she would be Alberta's newest senator. Hear more about Senator Sorensen's journey to the senate, from the mountains of Banff to Canada's chamber of sober second thought in episode 43 of Ellected with host Sarah Elder-Chamanara of Madame Premier.More about Senator Karen Sorensen:Karen Sorensen is an accomplished...2022-09-2433 minThe Briefing Note PodcastGreen Party of Canada Leadership Candidate Sarah Gabrielle Baron - Ellected Ep.41The Green Party of Canada is in the midst of a leadership race to replace its former leader Annamie Paul, the first Black and Jewish woman to ever lead a political party in Canada, with two individuals and two co-candidates in the race (even this is complicated). One of those individuals is Sarah Gabrielle Baron and she joins Ellected's host Sarah Elder-Chamanara in a very upfront conversation about some of the issues the federal Green's are dealing with right now and her thoughts and ideas on how to move forward.More about Sarah Gabrielle Baron:2022-09-1537 minThe Briefing Note PodcastKim Wright - Ellected Ep. 39In Episode 39 of Ellected you are introduced to Kim Wright of Wright Strategies. Kim is a master of all things municipal politics in Ontario and she chat's with Ellected's host, Sarah Elder-Chamanara, about the difference of getting things done versus being partisan which, spoiler alert, you can get more done with people who aren't on your side because it leads to collaboration. Kim and Sarah also talk about the pace of municipal politics, how almost everything is municipal politics and round it all Kim's advice on how to be the one media calls on for political commentary and finally...2022-09-0740 min