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Freedom From The DeskFinancially Forward: Preparing for the New Financial Year with Erin DavisIn today's episode:Financially Forward: Preparing for the New Financial Year with Erin DavisWe’re talking MONEY in the lead up the EOFY ... but not in a way that makes your eyes glaze over. This week on Freedom From The Desk, I sit down with the incredible Erin Davis, creator of the Grounded Rich Girl Program, chartered accountant and money coach. Together, we chatted about:- Getting financially prepped for the new financial year & reflecting on the past financial year - Setting intentions & some common pitfalls - Building financial co...2025-06-1836 min
money money money823b tax time: back pay, 20% HELP debt cut, WFH deductions + moreIt's everyone's favourite time of year - tax time! In this episode Glen and Erin Davis, chartered accountant and money coach, dig into *everything* from lodging returns to claiming WFH expenses. They touch on:👉🏾 back paid income👉🏿 lodging late returns👉🏻 key lodgement dates👉 teenagers and their income👉🏼 side hustle income and deductions👉🏽 salary sacrifice and HELP debt👉🏾 the Division 293 super tax👉🏿 claiming capital losses against future gains👉🏻 selling CBA shares after 25 years👉 how long to wait for proper tax-related reporting👉🏼 moving from sole trader...2025-06-111h 14
Celebrate a Sister with Emma WalkinshawHow Financial Clarity Boosts Your ConfidenceA big warm welcome to another episode of Celebrate a Sister with me, Emma Walkinshaw! Today, I’m thrilled to have the wonderful Erin Davis joining us. Erin is all about helping women take control of their finances so they can live their lives with confidence and purpose. With over 30 years of experience as a qualified accountant, Erin has guided countless businesses toward financial strength, but it’s more than just numbers for her—she believes financial clarity unlocks your full potential, bringing freedom and empowerment to every area of life. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about financial wellne...2024-09-2530 min
Pitch PerfectEpisode 105 - Transforming your relationship with money with Erin DavisIn this episode of Pitch Perfect, Jaimie Abbott sits down with Erin Davis, a seasoned accountant with over 30 years of experience, to discuss the vital importance of financial literacy for women. Erin, who has helped hundreds of businesses manage millions of dollars, shares her insights on how financial clarity can empower women to step into their lives with confidence and purpose.
Erin explains the mental load that financial uncertainty can impose and emphasises the need for awareness and education in managing money. She provides practical advice on setting up a business correctly from the start, including the...2024-09-0121 min
The Simpler Business Podcast with Marissa RobertsHow to make financial wellness your superpower with Erin DavisToday we’re diving deep into a topic that has the power to transform not just your bank account, but your entire life—financial wellness.
When you have a great relationship with money, you can manage your business and your life with more of a sense of control and confidence. Your money works for you, and the peace of mind you get from having your finances well organised as a business owner really helps to lift the typically invisible weight that so many female business owners carry around.
My guest is going to show you how i...2024-08-2849 min
The Podcast EmpireBoost Your Financial Confidence | Advice from a Top Financial Wellness CoachIn this podcast episode we hear from a top Money Mindset and Financial Wellness Coach, dedicated to financially empowering women in business. Discover expert tips and strategies for achieving financial independence and boosting your financial confidence. Learn how to master your money mindset and thrive in your entrepreneurial journey. This episode is packed with valuable insights to help you transform your financial health and achieve success. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your financial wellness and independence! MEET OUR GUEST ERIN DAVISErin helps women stay in control of their money so...2024-08-2623 min
The Hayley Osborne Show110 | Control Your Money Grow Your Confidence with Erin DavisWhen you control your money, you grow your confidence. In this episode of The Hayley Osborne Show, I had the pleasure of chatting with Erin Davis, a private coaching client of mine. Erin and I had a fabulous conversation about how you can overcome your financial fears as business owners, build financial confidence, and create financial wellness along the way. Together we agree that when you’re in control of your money, everything else inside your business is much easier and walk taller, are much more confident in your decisions which therefore helps you to ste...2024-05-2035 min
She's in BusinessEp 113 - Your Money Story.. is it holding you back from charging your worth? with Erin DavisI'm sitting down with financial empowerment coach Erin Davis to discuss the importance of understanding your business finances. Erin shares practical tools for reading financial reports and overcoming self-doubt. We also explore how money mindset influences charging worth and success. Episode Highlights:
Understanding profit/loss and balance sheets is key to making informed decisions
Developing a strong relationship with your accountant provides support and guidance
Identifying limiting money stories through self-awareness allows you to break free from constraints
Removing stress around finances gives space to focus on opportunities and growth
Connecting with your natural feminine energy...2024-02-1939 min
The Jann Arden PodcastErin Davis: Sobriety, Sleep & All The PodsCanadian Broadcasting Hall of Famer, podcast host, and best-selling author Erin Davis returns to the show this week! Last week's guests, The Nipple Sisters, inspire Erin to tell a story about 'lefty,' Jann and Erin bond over sobriety and sleep regulation, and Erin tells us about all her podcasts, including DRIFT with Erin Davis, and Gracefully & Frankly with Lisa Brandt. Find her best-selling book Mourning Has Broken: Love, Loss & Reclaiming Joy. For all things Erin Davis, head to here website: https://erindavis.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-10-2043 min
The Health Leader PodcastEp90: From Burnout to Empowering Women with Erin Davis In this riveting episode, we delve into the life of Erin Davis, a dedicated accountant once entangled in the demanding web of corporate ambitions and family responsibilities. Erin's tale is one of transformation - from moments of sheer exhaustion and emotional drain to pivotal breakthroughs. Discover how she moved from the confines of a high-pressure job to trail running milestones and, most importantly, crafting a balanced work environment attuned to her family's needs. Now a beacon of inspiration and empowerment, Erin is on a mission: to guide women towards recognising their inherent worth, nurturing self-awareness...2023-10-0537 min
The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith144 - Lord, Bring the Feast - Erin DavisAre you parenting on fumes? We're inviting you to slow down and fill up your tank. Today we are talking about fasting, feasting and dysfunctional homes. It turns out that God's word has a lot to say about our lives today. He wants us to be whole, healthy and walk in freedom. So linger a little while for some soul care, you are worth it.
Head on over to Erin's website www.erindavis.org and check out her podcasts
The Deep Well with Erin Davis and Grounded
Some books we mentioned today (affiliate...2023-05-0643 min
Ted Woloshyn PodcastSeason 2-Episode 27 - Erin Davis and Lisa BrandtLisa Brandt @Lisambrant , and Erin Davis @erindavis join me to talk about their careers and lives as acclaimed broadcasters, authors, bloggers, vloggers and partners on their podcast ‘Gracefully and Frankly’ . They are both graceful, frank, and insightful. And the best part of all…….. no bull shit. Enjoy! Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TedWoloshyn Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-woloshyn Produced by Gatt Broadcast Services Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-171h 09
#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench”If I can’t eat it, or read it, I don’t need it!” with Harold QuinnEpisode #50 - Harold Quinn, a resident at The Village of Arbour Trails in Guelph, joins Erin Davis & Doug Robinson to share his story from the Green Bench. As a person who loves to bring people together, we chat about the importance of community, wisdom, and sharing of stories.
Speaking of the Peer Learning group, an activity group at The Village by the Arboretum community. Harold was a facilitator, featuring talks from those who live in the community.
Currently watching a course called, 'The Worlds Greatest Geological Wonders' with her peers in a program created to lea...2022-12-1335 min
The Love OfferingA Little Meal Goes a Long Way with Erin DavisDoes your relationship with food come as a constant source of regret, frustration, and shame? Or does it feel like a God-given blessing? Do you bounce between the two sometimes, in a love/hate relationship with food?Whether it’s a warm croissant, a bright bowl of fruit, a piece of cake, or a steaming cup of coffee put in front of her, author and Bible teacher Erin Davis has experienced all sorts of complicated responses to food, too. She's discovered that God’s Word celebrates food as a gift while simultaneously inviting us to surrender every area of o...2022-12-1324 min
Compared to Who? Body Image for Christian WomenFeasting & Fasting with Erin Davis Part 2 Today, Heather is joined by Erin Davis, an author, Bible teacher, and podcaster who has a new book out on Feasting and Fasting. In part two of this interview, Erin talks about feasting and how God created food as a good gift for his people. She shares how God has used food to show her his goodness and how healing our relationship with food is important. Erin and Heather also talk about how God will throw us a feast in heaven someday, great evidence that God isn't against food and wants to bless us with and through...2022-11-1824 min
Compared to Who? Body Image for Christian WomenFeasting and Fasting with Erin Davis Today's guest is Erin Davis. Erin is an author, Bible teacher, and podcaster who has a new book out on Feasting and Fasting. Today is part one of my interview with Erin where we talk about her own journey with an eating disorder in college. We also talk about how God has touched Erin's relationship with food through a deep dive through scripture. This led Erin to explore how often God encourages his followers to feast and celebrate his goodness and to fast and seek His face. In this episode, we talk about Erin's experience with fasting...2022-11-1533 min
Women In MediaErin Davis: Laugh It OffMy next guest is a Canadian music and broadcast industry Hall of Famer, an author, a podcaster, and someone who woke up Toronto for THIRTY years of her life on the CHFI Morning show. Erin. Friggin. Davis.The beautiful thing about Erin Davis is her name floats through so many generations, broadcasting and otherwise. My Mom and Dad know her name. My colleagues know her name. Future broadcasters know her name. When Erin Davis was faced with mourning the loss of her daughter Lauren in 2015 in a very public way, Toronto mourned with her. Broadcasting colleagues across...2022-11-0755 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchRaising a musical family and quirky gardening with Angela WillisEpisode #47 - A woman who always has a song in her heart surrounded by music her whole life, Angela Willis joins Erin Davis and Doug Robinson from The Village of Taunton Mills in Whitby. Stories shared about quirky gardening, art, baking, and raising a musical family - with a special tribute from granddaughter and singer, Cadence Grace.
Erin shares a quote from Terry Tempest Williams, “Once upon a time, when women were birds, there was the simple understanding that to sing at dawn and to sing at dusk was to heal the world through joy. The birds sti...2022-11-0129 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchCritical thinking, long-distance relationships and reading with Evelyn BrindleEpisode #46 - Evelyn Brindle lives at The Village of Erin Meadows in Mississauga with her husband David. A conversation about critical thinking, long-distance relationships, and unexpected travel with Erin Davis & Doug Robinson on the Green Bench.
"If you just stop and talk with somebody. Everybody's got a story. You don't have to have a movie of the week or a book made about you." - Erin Davis
The Village has a library that is well used. The continuous increase of books that are brought in and mixed around.
Evelyn always snuck a book int...2022-10-1833 min
Follow 2 Lead: A Christian Leaders Podcast#203: Erin Davis: Fasting & FeastingErin Davis wants to help you wrestle with your food and your faith. Far too often we ignore the aspect of our relationship with food and what that means when we follow Jesus.
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-10-1144 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchPublic Speaking and Being a Grandma with Shirley ArthurEpisode #45 - A pleasure to have Shirley Arthur from The Village of Tansley Woods Long Term Care in Burlington join Erin & Doug on the Green Bench to share her #ElderWisdom about public speaking, being in the Salvation Army, and the role of a grandmother.
At the age of 14, Shirley joined the Salvation Army in Montreal. Public Speaking came easy for her, speaks freely from the cuff. Singing as part of a Trio all over her community
"You can't beat love." - Doug Robinson
Shirley shares about being a hands-on grandma to 5 grandchildren.
...2022-10-0429 min
Coffee and Bible Time PodcastSeason 4 Ep. 36 - The Intersection Between Your Relationship with Food and Your Relationship with God w/ Guest Erin DavisToday we are going to be talking about “Finding freedom from an unhealthy relationship with food.” For some of us, our relationship with food can be a constant source of regret, frustration, and shame. For others, it feels like a God-given blessing. Our guest today, Erin Davis, author of the new book, “Fasting & Feasting: 40 Devotions to Satisfy the Hungry Heart,” has experienced all sorts of complicated responses to food. She’s discovered that God’s Word celebrates food as a gift while simultaneously inviting us to surrender every area of our lives—including what we put on our pla...2022-09-1543 min
The Jann Arden PodcastUnpacking Grief with Erin DavisJann welcomes veteran broadcaster and friend Erin Davis to talk about her experience with grief, her fantastic book and a discussion about women aging in the spotlighthttps://www.erindavis.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-09-1048 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchBucket Lists, Family Trees and Moving to Glendale Crossing with Ivan SirianiEpisode #44 - A lot of road to cover with 92-year-old, Ivan Siriani, from his love of travel and bucket list plans, family trees, and a chaplain chat that brought some peace to his heart. Ivan is joined on the #ElderWisdom bench for a conversation with hosts Erin Davis & Doug Robinson.
What is on your bucket list?
"My bucket list included a train trip across Canada, Toronto to Vancouver. I went with my son and it was the most wonderful holiday I've ever had." - Doug Robinson
Ivan's bucket list includes a trip to Ne...2022-08-2331 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchDr. Bob Bell - Expert on healthcare for an aging population and prolific author of fictionEpisode #43 - Author of medical-based thriller fiction, an expert on healthcare for an aging population, and former deputy minister of health in long-term care in Ontario, Dr. Bob Bell shares his Story from the Green Bench with Erin Davis and Doug Robinson.
During his years at McGill University, Bob crossed paths with our episode #29 guest, Dr. Rea Brown through sports and medical school. Stumbled into medicine after a knee injury playing football as a linebacker at McGill- this injury got him interested in bones.
Bob's hero is Terry Fox, who suffered osteogenic sarcoma. Terry’s exa...2022-08-0930 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchVirginia Barry on swimming, canoeing, and being a lifetime member of Beta Sigma PhiEpisode #42 - Deep diving into some fascinating waters with Virginia Barry to talk about sorority and sisterhood, the importance of safety on the water, and her competitive spirit. From The Village of Wentworth Heights in Hamilton, our first debutante on the green bench and a life-long member of a worldwide sorority, Beta Sigma Phi.
Joining Beta Sigma Phi at the age of 18 in 1952, she loves the sisterhood where she learned about formal table settings, formal greetings, banquets, volunteering and more. Her Toronto Chapter (Beta Omicron) worked with Sick Kids Hospital. She used to go for weekend retreats w...2022-07-2635 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchHildegarde Bolter on resilience in life, leaving her husband, and being a German child in the warEpisode #41 - Hilda lives at The Village of Wentworth Heights in Hamilton, originally from Germany, joining to share her story from the green bench with Erin Davis & Doug Robinson. Stories of growing up during World War II, moving to Canada, having a son, leaving a challenging marriage, writing a memoir, and her resilience in all aspects of life.
"We were 6 years old. They told us that the gas masks looked like Mickey Mouse so we wouldn't be scared." - Doug Robinson
At 10 years old, she was strafed by machine-gun fire from a low-flying airplane. She l...2022-07-1233 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchJoyce Stankiewicz on caring for a loved one with dementia and the buddy system at University GatesEpisode #39 - Formerly of New Hamburg now living at The Village at University Gates in Waterloo. Doug & Erin welcome to the green bench, Joyce Stankiewicz, as they chat about the buddy system, caring for a loved one with dementia, and the importance of forgiveness, humour, and memories.
Sharing marriage stories from 70 years with her husband Bill and the tough conversation when required to take away someone's car keys. A journey through dementia as Joyce cares for her husband through this process.
What is aphasia?
Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage in a s...2022-06-1431 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchRecipes, memories, pasta and the past with Anna Piccoli & daughter FrancaEpisode #38 - Erin Davis & Doug Robinson sit on the virtual green bench with Anna Piccoli and daughter Franca Smith to continue the conversation on our theme of connection, family, and service.
Anna lives with her husband of 62 years, Aldo, and her sister Josephine at The Village of Glendale Crossing in London, Ontario.
"I love everybody, especially my children and my grandchildren ... and nobody smokes." -Anna Piccoli
Anna left Italy to live with her sister Josephine in Canada. While writing back and forth with Aldo for a year, she convinced him to come over to...2022-05-0329 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench100 Years of Wisdom with Aunt RetaEpisode #37 - Reta Baechler is the first centenarian guest to join Erin Davis and Doug Robinson on the green bench-as she shares her many years of wisdom and wit with us. Aunt Reta as we know her is the Aunt to Ron Schlegel who you heard from in episode 7.
A Prestigious Club:
The number of centenarians in Canada rose to 12, 822 as of July 1st, 2021.
Aunt Reta is the sister to Wilfred Schlegel who is the father of Ron Schlegel. Five siblings with 3 older brothers and one younger brother and one younger sister, grew up on...2022-04-1935 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchMeaningful relationships and growth in spirituality with Jack PalecznyEpisode #36 - A conversation that is raw in its emotions, very honest and open with Jack Paleczny of The Village at University Gates in Waterloo. A beautiful example of the connection among us all as he shares his story from the Green Bench.
Jack lives at The Village with and cares for his wife Diana Lynn who lives with both dementia and Parkinson's disease. He lives a life of service first as a leader to his community, serving God, serving the people around him, and today, serving up a whole lot of wisdom and perspective.
...2022-04-0532 min
Live Like It's True {Bible Podcast}Sinful People, and the Long-Awaited Lamb of Fulfillment {Erin Davis}If you were invited to a special dinner party, where the honored guests gathering around the table are all friends of Jesus who will be participating in a symbolic reenactment of the most important day in the history of the world, would you go? What I've just described is communion, or the "meal of remembrance" which Jesus instated, during a very special dinner party he shared with his disciples the night before he was crucified.On season two of Live Like It's True, we're talking about the True Story of Easter, and in this episode, w...2022-03-2345 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchA part of our Family - Pam Wiebe’s story of changing careers and family culture at Schlegel VillageEpisode #34 - The seeds for Pam Wiebe's work in nursing and quality improvement in long-term care were planted at her grandfather's feet. She shares her story of changing careers, the joy of being a great-grandparent, and the feeling of family as a team member at Schlegel Villages.
"There's nothing like being a grandparent" - Doug Robinson
"I try not to think about getting old and I certainly don't think old." - Pam Wiebe
Formerly an accountant, at the age of 46 changed lanes to focus on nursing. This came from a tragic situation with her...2022-03-0829 min
Social AnimalsErin DavisThis week I am hanging out with Erin Davis Erin is an author, radio broadcaster and trailblazer. We talk about her book ‘Mourning Has Broken” about the sudden loss of her daughter Lauren, her career as a legendary Toronto Morning Show on CHFI and what moving across Canada is like. You can follow Erin Davis here: https://www.erindavis.com/category/erins-journals/ IG: @erindawndavis https://www.instagram.com/erindawndavis/?hl=en Drift (Podcast): https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/podcasts/drift-with-erin-davis/ Subscribe to automatically get Erin Davis’s episode and more e...2022-02-2350 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchCorrine Richard on meeting the Dionne Quintuplets, working the carnival and family relationsEpisode #33 - Corrine Richard shares her stories from the green bench with Erin Davis & co-host Doug Robinson from her home at Coleman Care Centre in Barrie. We hear of growing up in Callandar, Ontario, meeting the Dionne Quintuplets at the age of nine, and stories of family relations and working the summer carnival in Wasaga Beach.
"It was a crazy proposal, and it was right up my alley." - Corrine Richard
In Wasaga Beach at the age of 20 was quite happy working with the carnival and tried traveling with them as well all while raising h...2022-02-2230 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchRita Munro - How does your garden grow? Gardening, Nursing, and JournalismEpisode #31 - Rita Munro joins Erin Davis from The Village of Arbour Trails in Guelph, a place she makes more beautiful simply by being there, sharing her outdoor expertise, and bringing people together to grow gardens and friendships.
When Rita moved to the Village, she suggested a need for a garden outside the front of the Village. Pitched the idea to Wendy, Director of Lifestyle Options, and everyone came together to make this happen.
Gardening advice from Rita. "Look at the plants/flowers that you really like and research its requirements. It's not rocket science or...2021-12-0730 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchFelix Rommens - Living with hearing impairment, keeping hands busy with art, and growing up during WW2Episode #30 - Felix Rommens is 97 years old. If you are wondering what keeps him young and loving life at The Village of Winston Park in Kitchener, it has to be his art. Erin Davis and guest co-host Doug Reed welcome Felix to the green bench to share in a conversation about his art and about his hearing impairment, which has formed the life is living today.
Nearly 50% of people 75+ have trouble with their hearing.
"Being deaf, I was kind of a loner. So, in order not to get completely bonkers, I started working with my han...2021-11-2328 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchDr. Rea Brown - McGill University student, professor & athlete, remarkable medical career and surgeon during the Montreal massacreEpisode #29 - Dr. Rea Brown shares his story from the green bench of a career nothing short of remarkable, from growing up with a critically ill brother to finding himself in the world of medicine surrounded by pro athletes and on December 6, 1989, in Montreal saving the lives of several women after the École Polytechnique Tragedy (Montreal Massacre). He joins us from his home at The Village of Humber Heights in Etobicoke.
Erin Davis is joined by our guest co-host Doug Reed (Episode # 9) at The Village of Arbour Trails in Guelph while Lloyd takes the rest he needs....2021-11-0931 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchDonna Duncan - reimagining long-term care, building community, and combatting ageismEpisode #28 - Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington welcome the CEO for the Ontario Long-Term Care Association, Donna Duncan to the green bench. A passionate conversation about what aged care is, building community, combatting ageism, and reimagining what long-term care can be in the future.
Donna first experienced long-term care in the 1980s with her grandmother and then again with her father living with alzheimers in 1999. She brings a personal view to what it is and what it can be as we look at some of today's challenges in front of us:
Staffing challenges
Older buildings
Higher care ne...2021-10-2633 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchSheri Noecker - A story of sudden illness, inspiration after a stroke, and the Program for Active LivingEpisode #27 - A sudden stroke caused Sheri Noecker to move into The Village at University Gates long-term care in Waterloo. While not being able to move, she was inspired by her friends and the team at the village to build an exercise plan and work with the Program for Active Living team in her determination to move again as she use to. Hear this inspiring and motivational story as Sheri sits on the green bench with hosts Erin Davis and Lloyd Hetherington.
Sheri shares about her life when she experienced a stroke at the age of 51, the w...2021-10-1231 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchKorleen Schmidt - the full circle of life, combining love for geography & theologyEpisode #26 - Korleen Schmidt loves to talk about the weather and explain it to those who want to know about it. She joins hosts Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington on the green bench from The Village at University Gates in Waterloo, a widow, mother of 4, grandmother of 11, talks about the full circle of her life, combining her loves of geography and theology.
"If not for the weather, we'd have nothing to talk about."
"In her study of theology she's learning and teaching how to go to heaven, and in her study of meteorology she teaches us ho...2021-09-2829 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchRoss C. Morton - Stories of a one-room schoolhouse, importance of sharing history, and reflections of time in the RCAFEpisode #25 - Taking you back through the 20th century thanks to Ross C. Morton, 96yo who resides at The Village of Arbour Trails in Guelph and is accompanied by his daughter, Mavis Morton. Stories of a one-room school house education, the importance of sharing ones history with family, community and today, on this podcast.
Ross has written 3 books and shares about his first book written in 1997: The Life And Times Of A One-Room School, a history of the Conway Public School, South Fredericksburgh Township, Ontario, 1875-1966 along with the his memories of his boyhood in the 1930's.2021-09-1429 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchBONUS | Jamie Schlegel - What is long-term care, an inside look at the Schlegel Villages organization, and the importance of communityBonus Episode - Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington are joined by Jamie Schlegel, President & CEO, on the green bench for a conversation about the Schlegel Villages organization, the differences between public, for-profit, charitable, and municipal long-term care, and the importance of community building.
The Schlegel organization started back in the 1950s by Wilfred & Emma Schlegel, spending their lives in service to people. Making communities more inclusive, healthier, and allow people to be contributors to their community.
"The Schlegel Villages mission has two fundamental components; creating a caring community with life purpose for each person." -Jamie Schlegel...2021-09-0752 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchAnnie Whittle - connection to Harry Styles through a passion for knitting, keeping busy, and how to eat a pomegranateEpisode #23 - Joining Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington on the green bench is Annie Whittle from The Village of Wentworth Heights in Hamilton. Her story includes a surprising connection with Harry Styles through her passion for Knitting, never allowing boredom to seep in, how to eat a pomegranate along with stories from her childhood.
Erin & Lloyd get you hooked to this episode with some puns as they welcome Annie to the bench. Do you have any knitting puns to share?
Knitting has been found to contribute to the quality of life
Knitting since the...2021-08-1728 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchBrendan Rossiter - Dublin to Canada, wisdom about work, kicking habits and being resourcefulEpisode #22 - Brendan Rossiter chose Canada to move to 52 years ago. He joins us from The Village of Erin Meadows long-term care in Mississauga to share a lifetime of wisdom about work, kicking habits, and being resourceful.
Born in Ireland, Brendan is a natural storyteller, a perfect fit as Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington welcome him to the green bench.
"Born in a great country, now living in a great country."
Brendan had his own business as a sewing machine mechanic. He sold, rented, and fixed high-end sewing machines. Often supplying the movie business inc...2021-08-0327 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchSteve Smith - a fascinating career as Red Green, stories from beyond the show and goose controlEpisode #21 - Steve Smith joins Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington to share his wisdom on the green bench, and today we're calling it the 'Red Green Bench'. He shares about his fascinating career as Red Green, stories from beyond the show, laughter, retirement, and a goose control project.
With 15 seasons aired on CBC & PBS and reruns continuing to play today, what are your thoughts about a Red Green Reunion show? "There is a long list of things that will never happen, and it's near the top." -Steve Smith
"If you don't have a Red Green in yo...2021-07-2033 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchBeth Goodwin - Caring for a loved one living with dementia and being in the momentEpisode #20 - Beth Goodwin opens her heart and perhaps your eyes as she discusses being a caregiver to a loved one living with dementia. Beth's husband Ed lives at The Village at University Gates in Waterloo
Offering safety, security, & love; as a primary caregiver, it is a journey you go through with your spouse and it changes every day, you never know what the next day will bring.
Beth always involves Ed in the daily routines, as much as he wanted to be involved. "You need to be with them in that moment, and enjoy tha...2021-07-0628 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchKathe Kleinau - Importance of storytelling and a collection of interviews among neighboursEpisode #19 - A conversation on the green bench with Kathe Kleinau about her recent collection of interviews among neighbours at The Village of Wentworth Heights in Hamilton.
The first book called, 'The Founder's Circle', sold out, includes 36 stories, 2 poems, photos, and artwork by a fellow resident, Ann Wingfield. Book #2 is in the works and will be called, 'The Legacy Continues'.
"One day I got the idea of writing a book. These stories were so amazing and interesting that they needed to be preserved." - Kathe Keinau
"Kathe, you have the skill of extracting fro...2021-06-2229 min
The MindShare Real Estate PodcastHow To Achieve the Success You Want, No Matter What You Face, with Special Guest, Radio/Television/PodCast Host, and Best Selling Author – Erin DavisAfter getting up “at the crack of stupid” for most of her adult life, she now lives with her husband Rob on Vancouver Island, after leaving the CHFI morning show in December 2016.Her retirement from morning radio came approximately 18 months after their only child, beloved 24-year-old daughter Lauren, died in her sleep of unknown causes in May 2015.After being approached by HarperCollins to write a book telling of her experience with grief, she spent much of the next two years at her laptop. Her memoir, Mourning Has Broken: Love, Loss & Reclaiming Joy, was released in Febr...2021-06-041h 15#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchDeborah Bakti - Author of Now What? Managing the Emotional Journey of Long Term Care for FamiliesEpisode #17 - Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington welcome Deborah Bakti, author of Now What? Managing the Emotional Journey of Long Term Care for Families. Designed to be a valuable resource for the families of new residents, while also supporting seniors’ care providers who want to develop healthy, productive relationships with their families.
Erin: Do you ever read a book and go, wow, where were you when I needed this?
"It was so down to earth, so practical. I wish I had found it years ago ... I just love it! It's well written, the very definite points so...2021-05-2530 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchTrish Baird & Merry Snider - roles of RPN & PSW in senior living, relationships and griefEpisode #16 - A conversation with two people who are the strong threads that bind this quilt of a caring community together. Celebrating team members at Schlegel Villages during Caregivers' Week we welcome Trish Baird from The Village at University Gates and Merry Snider from The Village of Winston Park.
Trish began as a Personal Support Worker and is currently a Registered Practical Nurse at The Village at University Gates in Waterloo. 'Behind every great nurse, there is a running PSW'. She shares the differences between an RPN and a PSW, but both rely on each other to ful...2021-05-1129 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchMargaret Collard - a life given to ministry & outreach work, respect and care for everyone individuallyEpisode #15 - A sparkling chat with Margaret Collard who has given her life to ministry joins Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington from The Village of Winston Park in Kitchener to share her story from the green bench.
A Minister for the United Church of Canada in Scarborough, with a focus on street ministry in outreach projects, Margaret shares about the challenging work with her community. Her husband, former Waterloo Regional Police Officer, was also doing justice work on the streets alongside her. "it is better to work in pairs"
Margaret mentions the Rouge National Urban Park th...2021-04-2729 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchBruce MacNeil - Growing a garden, a community and friendships through volunteerismEpisode #14 - Talking dirty in this episode, a conversation about soil. 81-year-old Bruce MacNeil joins us on the green bench in a conversation about his love for horticulture and for being a Volunteer at The Village of Winston Park in Kitchener.
"Come on in and make yourself homely." -Bruce
As we celebrate National Volunteer Week in April, this episode is a way for us to honour those who give of their time as volunteers in whatever they choose to do for their communities. "Thank you to all volunteers who make their contributions, so selflessly as they...2021-04-1329 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchRuth White -Canada road trips, living and sailing in Bermuda, and a spirit of trying new thingsEpisode #13 - Hosts Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington share virtual travels with Ruth White from The Village of Arbour Trails in Guelph. This Canada Day marks her 80th Birthday and she is thrilled to share her adventures across this country in her stories from the green bench.
"It never hurts to learn new things, does it?" Ruth has a spirit of trying new things and is happy to be adding this podcast to her list.
Before being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, she was always ready for an adventure. She shares some of her favourite travel memories....2021-03-3028 min
The Vicars' CrossingSeason 4 Episode 10: Erin DavisGUESTOn this episode we welcome ERIN DAVIS - Originally from Edmonton, Erin is a radio broadcaster and was the popular, long-time co-host of 98.1 CHFI’s morning show in Toronto. She’After Lauren’s death, Erin decided to return to her radio work, staying on for eighteen months. At that point, she chose to retire from daily radio and moved with her husband, Rob Whitehead, to Victoria, BC.Her memoir, Mourning Has Broken: Love, Loss & Reclaiming Joy, was released in February of 2019 to critical acclaim and became a bestseller, finishing the year in the Top 10 for non-fi...2021-03-171h 15#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchLloyd Hetherington - A life in education, in service, and now our podcast co-hostEpisode #11 - Turning the spotlight onto a man who is living an exemplary life. A life in education and theology, leading a life in service and now serving up his own wisdom, laughter, questions, and conversations every couple weeks on the green bench as our podcast co-host.
Listen as we learn a little bit more about Lloyd Hetherington and his life leading up to being part of this podcast.
Lloyd joins us from The Village of Riverside Glen retirement home Guelph. "My life has just blossomed here at The Village of Riverside Glen." -Lloyd Hetherington2021-03-0228 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchJudy Stefnitz - A chance for a dance, career in nursing, and parenting with challengesEpisode #10 - Taking a chance for a dance, a career in Nursing, Family Life & parenting with challenges. Judy Stefnitz shares her story of a varied and fascinating life with ups and downs, and she comes through shining. Joining Erin Davis and Lloyd Hetherington on the green bench from The Village of Tansley Woods in Burlington.
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Judy starts her day with brain exercises, learning, scrabble, and of course breakfast. She loves life! Has a plan for ev...2021-02-1628 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchDoug Reed - Life in media and giving back through the Salvation ArmyEpisode #9 - The story of life in media, radio, tv, and print news and giving back through the Salvation Army and countless community organizations. Doug Reed, a resident of the Ailsa Craig Neighbourhood located at The Village of Arbour Trails in Guelph, shares his story from the Green Bench in a conversation with host Erin Davis and co-host Lloyd Hetherington.
Learn about Doug's passion for his work with the Salvation Army including being a welcome sargeant, hosting services, setting up a soup kitchen, the Christmas Cheer program, planning and organizing a homeless shelter, and so much more.
...2021-02-0229 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchDee Preikschas - Dancing with Parkinson‘s and the importance of humour in our dayEpisode #8 - Topics of Dancing with Parkinson's, laughter, humour, spiritual awakenings with a Guru in India, and romance.
The spirit and the spark, call her Dee 'Precious' as we hear her story on 'Dancing with Parkinson's', an improvement on balance and gait by using music throughout the day. "Whatever it is, the body has to keep moving no matter what." - Dee Preikschas
The importance of laughter for Dee and how to help others smile and laugh together.
Dee meets a spiritual leader, a Guru, and travels through India and learns to meditate wi...2021-01-1929 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchRon Schlegel - Family business in Senior Living and more, stories from the Olympics and InnovationEpisode #7 | A look back, a look ahead, and a look inside with Ron Schlegel. The green bench concept and the Schlegel Villages Wisdom of the Elder signature program come from Ron's message about the importance of tapping into the wisdom around us.
"The greatest untapped resource in Canada, if not the world, is the wisdom of our elders."
What is wisdom? Learn about Ron's father, Wilfred, and the role model he was to him and his grandchildren. Senior Living as a family business and the roles of Ron's children, Jamie, Brad & Rob.
The...2021-01-0537 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchHank Floyd - A life with no regrets, servant leadership and various workplacesEpisode #6 | 94-year-old Hank Floyd has NO REGRETS, had a great, successful life & career. Started working at a young age, worked his way up, changed companies and careers a number of times. Joined the Royal Canadian Navy at the age of 17 and served in WWII. Hear about his management philosophy, his wisdom, and his advice for people who are entering the workforce.
"You don't have to be brilliant to be wise."
Hank is joined by our hosts Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington virtually from The Village of Taunton Mills in Whitby to share his wisdom from the gr...2020-12-2228 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchBarry Hickling - Discrimination through ageism, working with the Ontario Association of Residents‘ Councils and hope for the futureEpisode #5 | Ageism is stereotyping and/or discrimination against individuals or groups on the basis of their age. Ageism dictates that at a certain age you have to act a certain way. We need to work together to eliminate ageism - starting with education, informing people with alternatives, and creating an environment where you value people and their contributions. Hosts Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington welcome Barry Hickling from The Village of Aspen Lake in Windsor for a conversation about ageism on the green bench.
Barry is a Delegate Member of the Ontario Association of Residents' Councils (OARC). Their val...2020-12-0823 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchLouise Jolliffe - Women in the workplace, loving the work you do, and a variety of hobbiesEpisode #4 | Women in the workplace, loving the work you do, being fired due to pregnancy, making dreams come true & a variety of hobbies including knitting & crocheting are the topics of conversation on the green bench. Erin Davis and co-host Lloyd Hetherington welcome Louise Jolliffe, a resident at The Village of Aspen Lake in Windsor, to share her stories and wisdom with us.
According to a piece in Bustle, called “11 Old Lady Hobbies it’s OK to Love in Your 20s” there is renewed and growing interest in what the younger generations are calling “lost arts” like knitting, sewing, qui...2020-11-2426 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchDoug Gilmour - A story of a successful life amongst tragedies, overcoming adversity with persistenceEpisode #3 | Erin Davis along with co-host Lloyd Hetherington join Doug Gilmour on the green bench (virtually) to share his life experiences, trials, triumphs, and wisdom with you. Doug is a resident at The Village of Riverside Glen, a Schlegel Village, in Guelph, Ontario. His passions include family, trout fishing, square dancing, and writing - including his book, A Successful Life: Overcoming Adversity with Persistence.
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L...2020-11-1029 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchSally Carter - A career educating in food service, traveling, family and relationshipsEpisode #2 | Erin Davis along with co-host Lloyd Hetherington join Sally Carter on the green bench (virtually) to explore relationships, family, travel, career, and more. Sally is a resident at The Village of Erin Meadows, a Schlegel Village, in Mississauga, Ontario. She shares stories and knowledge gained through her work as an educator in the food industry, her travels, and family relations.
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Listen and review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or S...2020-10-2730 min#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green BenchDouglas Robinson - Working in the hospitality industry, a brush with royalty, 60 years married, alzheimers and griefEpisode #1 | Erin Davis along with co-host Lloyd Hetherington joins Doug Robinson on the green bench (virtually) to explore life, love, and grief. Doug is a resident at The Village of Sandalwood Park, a Schlegel Village, in Brampton, Ontario. He shares stories from his work in the hospitality industry, his brush with royalty, his relationship with his wife of 60 years, and discusses grief.
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The Complicated Heart Podcast with Sarah Mae3 "gospels" That Are Pressuring Women (Particularly Young Women) - A Conversation with Erin DavisToday on the podcast I’m talking with Erin Davis, the author of an article you may have read that has made its way through the interwebs, called 3 "gospels" that are pressuring young women. It’s an excellent article that I have shared not just online but with my youth group girls and my own 13-year-old daughter. Today we’re going to talk about the themes in that article, which are anxiety and depression and the debilitating theology of pulling yourself up by the bootstraps, being perfect, having to perform, and this idea of reverse providence – you choose your path, yo...2019-05-0747 min
The Way Home with Dan DarlingThe Way Home – Episode 17 featuring Erin DavisIs it possible for us to be both connected and lonely? This is the epidemic Erin Davis describes in her new book, Connected: Curing the Pandemic of Everyone Feeling Alone Together. Erin joins me on the podcast, along with my colleague Lindsay Swartz, to discuss how life in Christ and life together in the body of Christ is the ultimate answer for the lonely longings we share.Listen to this week's episode of The Way Home Show NotesLeland House Press just released my ebook, Engage, Maintaining a Christian Witness Online. Thi...2015-05-0722 min