The Good Companions

Seniors’ Centre

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Charitable Registration No. 11894 1152 RR0001

670 Albert Street Ottawa, ON K1R 6L2

Tel.: 613-236-0428 Fax: 613-230-2095

Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

www.thegoodcompanions.ca info@thegoodcompanions.ca

Inside this issue:

Information on our new Phone System Volunteer Vacancies & Training

Opportunities Summer Program Registration Information on Corporate Annual

General Meeting Community Support Services

Summer 2014

Welcome to The Good Companions Seniors’ Centre!

Our Mission: The Good Companions is a non-profit organization that offers programs and services in partnership with volunteers, to promote, enhance and support the well-being, independence and zest for living of both older adults 55+ and adults with physical disabilities in the Ottawa area.

Day Centre Membership Benefits: Your membership benefits include access to a well-respected, concerned, and caring community; a long list of interesting programs, access to our library, free WiFi, reduced rates for our in-house services, dances, bus

trips, free admission to the birthday party in your birthday month and access to 100+ programs and services.

Membership Requirements: Members of The Good Companions must be 55 years of age or older and able to function independently at the Centre. The membership fee is $35.50 annually and is valid from April 1st to March 31st. *Please note that membership fees do not apply to Community Support Services Clients*

Summer Program Registration

Registration for Summer Programs will take place on Tuesday, June 24; Wednesday, June 25 and Thursday, June 26. The Day Centre Staff would like to stress the importance of coming to register between 10am-2pm on these days to help guarantee a spot in your desired courses. If you are unable to make it to the Centre during these times, you may register over the

phone with a credit card from the comfort of your own home. You may also send a friend to register and pay on your behalf.

Following the designated program registration period, many courses may be cancelled due to low enrollment. If you decide to wait until the week after the registration period, a course that appealed to you may have been cancelled but wouldn’t have been, had we known you were interested!

If you must wait until the week after to register, please be prepared for lengthy wait times at the Front Desk as there is no designated staff member to take your registration and all enrollments must be processed by the receptionist who will be busy answering calls and assisting other members with day to day inquiries.

Thanks for your cooperation! We hope to see you on June 24, 25 & 26!

Be an Ambassador for Your Seniors’ Centre! Are you a member, CSS client, volunteer, community partner, donor or someone supporting a family member using our services? If you’ve had a positive experience and enjoy the programs and services that we offer, then please help The Good Companions spread the word! Here are a few simple things everyone can do to let the community know about the wonderful things we do at TGC:

Tell Your Family, Friends and Neighbours: The next time you have dinner with your family or friends or see a neighbour in the lobby, tell them about the programs you are enjoying!

Invite a Friend: The next time you come for lunch or a special event, such as the Birthday Party, invite a friend who has never been to the Centre to join you!

Like us on Facebook & Follow Us on Twitter: Did you know that TGC is on social media? Like us on Facebook (The Good Companions Seniors' Centre) or follow us on Twitter (@Good_Companions) and share our posts and retweet our messages!

Help Us Fundraise: You can raise pledges for our annual fundraising walk, The Walk of Ages, shop at our Bazaars or in Repeat Performance, make a donation to our direct mail campaign at Christmas time or talk us up with local businesses to help us secure new sponsors!

Wear Our Logo: Do you have a Good Companions pin, water bottle, key chain, tote bag, or t-shirt? Wear or display them proudly to get a conversation started with someone who may not have heard of us!

Volunteer: Get involved in our many ongoing volunteer opportunities, spread the word about the good deeds you are doing and motivate others to give back too!

Why Strength Training?

Research has shown that strengthening exercises are both safe and effective for women and men of all ages, including those who are not in perfect health. In fact, people with health

concerns - including heart disease or arthritis often benefit the most from an exercise program that includes lifting weights a few times a week.

There are numerous benefits to strength training regularly, particularly as you grow older. It can be very powerful in reducing the signs and symptoms of several chronic conditions,

including: Arthritis, Diabetes, Osteoporosis, Obesity, Back Pain & Depression.

As people age, poor balance and flexibility contribute to falls and broken bones. These fractures can result in significant disability and in some cases, fatal complications.

Strengthening exercises, when done properly and through the full range of motion, increase a person’s flexibility and balance, which decrease the likelihood and severity of falls. One study

in New Zealand of women 80 years of age and older showed a 40% reduction in falls with simple strength and balance training.

In people with diabetes, strength training has helped many individuals to manage their blood glucose levels. Strength training provides similar improvements in depression as

anti-depressant medications. When older adults participate in strength training programs, their self-confidence and self-esteem improve, which has a strong impact on their

overall quality of life.

Weight training improves sleep quality, allowing you to fall asleep more quickly, sleep more deeply, awaken less often and sleep longer. Strength training is also very important for cardiac health, because the body is leaner. Many cardiac patients gained strength, flexibility as well as

aerobic capacity when they did weight training three times a week. Scientific research has shown that exercise can slow the physiological aging clock, by building muscle

mass and bone density.

The Good Companions can help you to keep physically active this Summer in a friendly, air-conditioned environment. We offer many Fitness, Recreational Dance and Specialty

Fitness Classes taught by certified fitness and dance professionals at very reasonable rates. Please refer to your Summer Program Guide 2014.

Fitness Corner by: Penny Durocher

The Good Companions wishes to thank The Community Foundation

of Ottawa for their generous support in granting us one time funding to increase our Grocery Bus services for our clients. Stay

tuned for an announcement regarding these new services.

Volunteer Corner by: Robyn Macdonald

Volunteer Vacancies:

High Horizons Community Social Group for Adults with Physical Disabilities: Tuesdays

Friendly Visitors: High need in Vanier. Volunteers in other areas always needed (preferably weekday daytime availability); can be done in person or over the phone.

Handy Helpers with their own tools are needed to do odd jobs around the house (day/time TBD)

Grocery Van & Bus: Monday pm; Tuesday am; Thursday am

Volunteer Drivers to Medical Appointments using their own vehicles (weekday/daytime)

Clergy Volunteers on Monday, Wednesday or Thursdays mornings

Craft Instructors: Weaving, Visual Arts, Knitting/Crochet, Multi Craft, Sewing, Scrapbooking , Stained Glass (day/time TBD)

Bridge Instructor (day/time TBD)

Committee Members for Fundraising & Marketing, Day Centre, Food Services and CSS

Day Program: Wednesday and Thursday, 9:15am-2:30pm

HOPE Volleyball Summerfest 2014 The Good Companions has been selected as one of the charities supported by HOPE Volleyball Summerfest, taking place on Saturday, July 12, 2014 at Mooney’s Bay. A total of 50 volunteers will be needed to help out with Court Teardown from 3:30-8:30 pm (25 volunteers) and Site Teardown and Clean-up from 5-10pm (25 volunteers). Please note that physical labour will be required for both these duties.

For more information on volunteer opportunities contact Robyn Macdonald at 613-236-0425 x 2230, email volunteer@thegoodcompanions.ca or see the “Get Involved “ tab on our website: www.thegoodcompanions.ca.

Volunteer Profiles

In order to showcase some of our existing volunteers and help you get to know how others are involved at the Centre, Volunteers Services has recently implemented a “Volunteer Profile” section in the Volunteer Lounge. Each month, a volunteer from the Day Centre (including Food Services and Admin) and Community Support Services will be highlighted with their photo and a brief write-up about their duties. Each volunteer that is selected will receive one free lunch voucher to our dining room.

If you would like to be featured in one of the profiles or would like to nominate someone, please call or email the Volunteer Services Coordinator, Robyn Macdonald at 613-236-0428 x 2230 or volunteer@thegoodcompanions.ca. Or simply put the name of the volunteer in the ballot box in the Lounge. Once a month two names will be drawn and featured for the next month. Winners will be notified in order to consent to being featured in the Volunteer Lounge as well as the next bulletin. Volunteers may only be featured once per year.

Good Luck!

Volunteer Training

LGBT Awareness Training with The Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN) Friday, June 20

th from 10:00am to 12:30pm

Room 142/147

As The Good Companions continues to build a welcoming environment for LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) seniors, the staff and volunteers need support and information to help them increase their knowledge of, and comfort with, LGBT people. This session will look at the history of discrimination of the LGBT community, myths & stereotypes, terminology & concepts, what to do if you overhear a homophobic remark, and other practical tips on how to become an ally.

Join us for this great opportunity to gain knowledge, share ideas and network with your fellow volunteers! A FREE LUNCH will be provided to all attendees.

Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 18th to volunteer@thegoodcompanions.ca or call 613-236-0428 x 2100. Elder Abuse—Knowledge is Power with Manon Thompson, Ontario Elder Abuse Prevention Consultant Monday, June 9th from 1:00 to 2:00pm Room 014 As volunteers working with a vulnerable population, it is important that we are knowledgeable so that we can advocate for the clients we serve. Join us for this informative session where psychological, financial, and physical abuse will be reviewed.

Please RSVP by Friday, June 6th to volunteer@thegoodcompanions.ca or call 613-236-0428 x 2100.

2nd Annual Vintage & Vibrant

Luncheon Fundraiser

This year’s Vintage & Vibrant Luncheon took place on March 21st at the elegant Chateau Laurier. Hosted by Carole-Anne

Meehan and featuring the Amazing Race Canada’s Jody Mitic

as our Guest Speaker, this year’s event was a wonderful success!

We would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to Scotiabank,

CTV, Regimbal Ltd., the Fairmont Chateau Laurier and of course, the many supporters who came out to celebrate and

raise funds for The Good Companions Seniors’ Centre.

Friday at the Movies

Cost: $1 per person. Movies begin at 1:00pm The movies will be shown on the large screen

television in the Quiet Lounge (Room 147) unless otherwise stated. Movies are subject to

change without notice. Popcorn will be provided.

In Remembrance

With fondness, we remember our members, volunteers and clients who have passed on:

Pierrette Brophy Jeannine Decristoforo Theresa Degrandpre

Denis Feldman Kit Finnigan

Anne Hongell Mary McBride

Gwen McClean Ian Rankin

Hannah Ryan Catherine Sauve Erma Schilling

Florence Ann Spicer Jun Ling (Amy) Yeung

Sandra McRae Doreen O’Hearn

Thursday Evening

Dinner and Dance

A reminder that the Thursday evening dinner and dance are

held on the second Thursday of each month. Dinner and dances are licensed events with a cash bar. Dinner is served at 5:45pm.

Dancing is from 7-10pm.

Cost: Dinner only: $10 (tickets purchased in advance)

Dance only: $6 members; $6.50 non-members

(tickets sold at the door)

Please book your Para Transpo pick-up no later than 9:30 p.m.

Library

Please take advantage of your newly

renovated library. Enjoy the books and while you’re there, why not navigate the internet?

Repeat Performance

Shop

Be sure to stop by and check out our selection of gently used

clothing, and handcrafted items. All proceeds support the Centre!

Open Monday-Friday from 10am-2pm, subject to volunteer

availability. Repeat Performance Clothing

and Accessories have new reduced prices. Check it out!

SUMMER SALE: June 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27: Clothing and

accessories 50% off.

Para-Transpo Pick Up Reminder

Please ensure that when booking Para-Transpo, you schedule your pick up for no later than 3:00pm. *Exceptions for special events may apply. Please

check your bulletin for details.*

No Scents Makes Sense!

Please consider those who are sensitive to scented products by not wearing scented products when

visiting or working at The Good Companions.

Some people feel good about themselves by wearing colognes, perfumes and aftershaves. However, scents pose a

health risk to others.

Scented products include (but are not limited to): perfumes, body lotions and sprays, colognes and aftershaves.

Please recognize that some people are also sensitive to all kinds of scents that remain on clothes such as the smell of cigarette smoke.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!

A friendly reminder that the main cash register closes daily at 3:00pm. Please be sure to make any payments or

purchases before this time.

Thank you!

Community Support Services:

Your Link to Help at Home: 613-236-0428

For seniors 55+ and adults with physical disabilities who live north of the Queensway between Preston Street and Blair Road.

Caring volunteers perform small helpful

tasks in your home such as:

Basic computer help Hanging pictures Setting up TV/DVD’s Tightening loose doorknobs Changing clocks (daylight savings) Replacing smoke detector batteries,

light bulbs Assembling shelving units Many other odd small jobs.

No charge. Donations to The Good Companions

are Welcome!

Call Carolyn at ext. 2235

A well-balanced nutritious diet is important for overall health. Are you able to get to and from the grocery store? Do you need help with shopping in the store? Come and grocery shop with us! Centretown (Tuesdays): Free grocery bus to Hartman’s Your Independent Grocer. Free delivery. North East Ottawa (Mondays & Thursdays): Free grocery van to Loblaws, Vanier Market. Delivery charge $6 payable at the store. Gloucester (Tuesdays): Grocery Van to Bissonnette’s Your Independent Grocer. Cost for the van trip is $4, delivery charge $6, payable at the store. Call 613-236-0428 x2250 to see if you live on one of our routes.

We can help to arrange jobs for you such as: Regular light housecleaning, window washing, air conditioner installation, yard work,

home repairs and maintenance services through our directo-ry of screened, insured companies and independent contrac-

tors. The cost depends on the service provided and is paid directly

to the company by you. Call Brenda on 613-236-0428 x2250 for links to Home Help

We may be able to help connect you to screened, reliable help and support in your home

Our Handy Helpers Program Grocery Buses

Home Help and Home Maintenance Directory

Changes to our Phone System

At the end of March, we upgraded our telephone system; though our main contact number is NOT changing (it remains as (613) 236-0428), one change to note is that our three digit

extensions have become four digit extensions with the number ‘2’ being added to the beginning.

For example: Our Director of Operations had been at extension 390. He can now be

reached at extension 2390

Our Auto Attendant will also be updated to reflect these changes, so please listen carefully to the voice prompts. We apologise for any

inconvenience this may cause.

In-House Services by: Ana Valença

The Good Companions is pleased to offer many in-house services to its members, clients and visitors. Please read on for more information. ($) = Fee applies. Prices range according to membership status and length of appointment. Members, Community Support Services clients and visitors are welcome

to participate. (FREE) = No charge *These services are open to members only.

Dental Hygiene Clinic ($) - Provided by The Perfect Smile High quality, accessible and affordable oral healthcare services designed to keep your teeth and gums healthy and your smile bright! Preventative services include oral assessment, teeth cleaning, desensitization, fluoride treatment and sealant application. Referral to a dentist or specialist is provided as needed. Prices vary according to treatment and will be determined during your assessment. Provided by Rosemary Vaillant, Registered Dental Hygienist. Room 243. Upcoming Clinics: June 5

th; July 3

rd; August 7

th

Esthetic Services ($): Book an appointment today and enjoy the services of our new Esthetician Margarette Aubry. Services include manicure, pedicure, facial, arm and leg waxing, eyebrow, electrolysis and reflexology. Room 243A by the Hair Salon. Upcoming days: June 16

th; July 7

th; August 18

th. Appointments available

from 9am to 3pm.

Hair Care ($) Our knowledgeable and friendly stylist has the expertise to meet all of your hair care needs. From highlights to perms, or simply just a shampoo and set, The Good Companions Hair Salon does it all at affordable prices! Book an appointment today with David Kassim on Thursdays or Fridays from 9am-3pm. Room 243. Services range from $4-$60.

Foot Care ($): Professional nursing foot care services by ElderHealth Resources including: skin care, nail trimming, callus, corn and fungus management. Appointments are available between 10am & 3pm. The cost is $18 for members and $20 for non-members per 20 minute appointment. First time clients must book two consecutive 20 minute appointments to allow time for assessment. Upcoming Clinics: June 4

th, 9

th, 17

th, 30

th; July 8

th, 16

th, 21

th, 29

th; August 6

th,

11th

, 19th

, 27th

in Room 243A by the Hair Salon.

Denture Clinic ($) Book a 20 minute consultation and complete examination with Sergey Haletski, DD for only $20 for members and $22 for non-members. Appointments are available every three months between 1 & 3pm. This appointment includes assessment of the appliance and oral tissues, a treatment plan, and a denture kit. Please note that your appointment fee will be credited towards future services if they are provided within 3 months of the initial appointment. Room 243. Upcoming Clinics: Tuesday, June 3

rd

Foot Care Cancellation Policy Clients must cancel at least three full working days before their appointment. Clients who fail to respect this cancellation policy are responsible for paying for

their missed appointments and they will not be permitted to book additional appointments until payment is received.

Legal Services ($) Russell Gibson, LLP is available for brief legal counseling at The Good Companions on the first Monday of every month from 1-2pm. Appointments are $15 for members and $17 for non-members per 15 minute appointment. Room 224. Upcoming Consultations: June 2

nd; July 7

th

In-House Services by: Ana Valença

Massage Therapy (FREE)-Provided by Danielle Pratt Mobile Massage We are sorry to inform you that the Massage Therapy services are no longer available at The Good Companions. Due Danielle Pratt’s busy schedule she will no longer be able to provide her volunteer services at the Good Companions. The Massage Therapy services will resume when Danielle’s schedule permits. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation.

Hearing Health Clinic (FREE) - Provided by The Canadian Hearing Society The Hearing Health Clinic will provide assistance with managing difficult listening situations, communication strategies, use, care and maintenance of hearing aids and help with the phone, TV and other specialized listening devices. Hearing screenings will also be provided to assess whether a full hearing test is needed. Your 30 minute appointment is free and can be booked between 9:30am & 12:00pm. Room 224. Upcoming Clinic: Wednesday, July 16

th. Members only

Walker, Wheelchair & Cane Repair (FREE) - Provided by Handi-House Join us for this free clinic and have your walker, wheelchair or cane tuned up on the spot! Technicians from Handi-House will be on hand for minor repairs, maintenance and readjustment. You will also learn more about the Ontario Assistive Devices Program and how the purchase of your walker or wheelchair can be government subsidized. No appointment necessary-first come, first served basis. Front Lobby 10:00-11:00am. Upcoming Clinic: Thursday, July 24

th

Members only

Ottawa Public Health—Fall Prevention Screening Clinics: Are you at risk for a fall? To meet the needs of Ottawa’s aging adult population, OPH offers fall prevention screening clinics. At the clinics, seniors 65 and older can meet with a public health nurse to review their risk of falling, have their balance tested and their blood pressure checked. A nurse from OPH will be at The Good Companions every three months. Book your private appointment at Front Reception or call ext. 2100. 10:30am to 1:00pm, Room 014. Upcoming Clinic: Wednesday, June 24

th

As a courtesy, please call to cancel any appointment you know you’re unable to attend.

Healthy Living Group. Attention members. Healthy living means making positive choices that enhance your personal physical, mental and spiritual health. That’s why we encourage you to attend our Healthy Living Group. You can find friendship, encouragement and information, goal setting, nutrition, physical activity, foot care, pharmaceuticals, community resources, etc. Every third Thursday of each month,10-11:30am. Next meetings: June 19

th, July 17

th, August 21

st. For more information, contact Ana Valença,

Room 150, ext. 2150.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

2

WOA Lead Up Event: West Coast Day

12:00-1:00pm Room 140/141

4

Strawberry Social 1:00pm

(Tickets Required)

5

Senior Organic Gardeners

10:30-11:30am Room 014

6

Movie at 1pm “The Butler”

(14A)

9

Knowledge is Power

1:00-2:00pm Room 014

10

11

12

13

Movie at 1pm “About Time”

(14A)

16

Corporate AGM 3:00pm

Room 142/147

17

Lachute Flea Market & Chateau Montebello

8:30am-5:00pm

18

19

20

LGBT Awareness Training with OSPN

10am-12:30pm Room 142/147

Movie at 1pm “How to Lose Friends and

Alienate People” (R)

23

Wireless Code Workshop

10:30-11:30am Room 014

24

25

26

27

Movie at 1pm “A Few Hours of

Spring (PG14)

Birthday Party 1:15pm

30

Denture Clinic

June 2014

Foot Care

Foot Care

Foot Care

Beef Stroganoff Chicken Cordon Bleu

Lemon Sole

Cannelloni

Ice Cream Sundaes

BBQ Oktoberfest Sausage Roast Pork

Veal Roulade Quiche Lorraine Corned Beef

BBQ Hot Dogs

Baked Ham

BBQ Burgers

Dental Hygiene Clinic

10am to 2pm Summer Program Registration Rooms 142/147

Please contact Front Reception to

book any appointments

3 Herbed Chicken Leg

Ham and Potato au Gratin

BBQ Chicken

Canada Day-Themed Lunch

Foot Care

Legal Services

Esthetic Services

Roast Turkey Farmer Sausage

Diabetes & Healthy Living Group

Turkey Divan Pasta with Meat Sauce

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Lunch is served daily

from 11:30am to

1:00pm

Ottawa Public Health

Hair Care

Hair Care

Hair Care

Hair Care

Hair Care Hair Care

Hair Care

Hair Care

Strawberry Shortcake

Walk of Ages Tomorrow 9:00am-12:00pm

WOA Lead-up Event: West Coast Day Monday, June 2 12:00-1:00pm Join us for a special lunch-time event, where we will be celebrating Canada’s beautiful West Coast! Join us for a sushi making demonstration and tasting, native symbol trivia and a specialty dessert of the day!

10:00am-2:00pm Walk of Ages Early Bird Registration Front Lobby

Dinner at 5:45pm (Tickets Required) Dance at 7:00pm

Richmond Ramblers (Bluegrass)

Strawberry Social Wednesday, June 4 1 pm Cost: $5 Entertainment will be provided by musician John Henry Lacasse. Dessert will feature Strawberry Shortcake with Roasted Strawberries and Fresh Whipped Cream, Coffee and Tea. Deadline for ticket purchase is May 30 by 3:00pm.

Knowledge is Power—Elder Abuse Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminar Presented by Manon Thompson Monday, June 9 1:00-2:00pm As part of our commitment to promote, enhance and support the well-being of seniors and adults with physical disabilities and to bring awareness about elder abuse, please join us for this informative seminar. Seniors need to know that as long as they have the knowledge they have the power. We shall review psychological, financial, and physical abuse, how it happens and why. Join us for a discussion with an Ontario Elder Abuse Prevention Consultant and learn how to protect yourself or someone you care about. This is a free seminar. Members and non-members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Wireless Code Workshop Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminar Presented by Ron Finnigan Monday, June 23

10:30-11:30am Room 014 The new CRTC Wireless Code came into effect on 02-DEC-2012. It establishes basic rights for all wireless consumers and puts new requirements on service providers. The Wireless Code significantly limits cancellation fees and requires your service provider to unlock phones; to offer a trial period for wireless contracts; to set default caps on data charges to help you avoid bill shock, and to NOT charge cancellation fees for require 30-days notice to cancel a wireless contract. To learn more about The Wireless Code and how this affects you and your use of cell phones and other wireless devices, plan to attend this informative seminar. This is free seminar. Members and non-members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

June Dinner and Dance (licensed event with a cash bar) Thursday, June 12 Dinner 5:45 pm Menu: Green Salad, BBQ Salmon Steak

with Duchess Potatoes, Broccoli, Lemon Curd, Coffee and Tea.

Dance 7 – 10 pm Featuring the Richmond Ramblers. (Bluegrass).

Cost: Dinner: $10 (advanced tickets required) Deadline for ticket purchase is June 10 by 3:00pm.

Dance: $6 members; $6.50 non-members Tickets for the dance are available at the door.

Summer Program Registration June 24, 25 & 26 10:00am-2:00pm Rooms 142/147 Registration can be done in person or over the phone (during registration hours by credit card only). Please see the Summer Program Guide for a full list of the programs being offered. If you have any questions please call 613-236-0428 and ask to speak to a member of the Day Centre team.

Canada Day Themed Lunch Monday, June 30 To celebrate our wonderful country we will be having a Canadian theme lunch in our dining room today. All prices

are a la carte. Lunch will be available during regular lunch hours (11:30am to 1pm). The featured entrée will be BBQ Beef on a Bun with Wedge Fries and Salad. The dessert will be Sugar Pie. Come and help us to celebrate Canada’s 147th birthday!

Lachute Flea Market & Château Montebello Tuesday, June 17 8:30am-5:00pm Cost: $68 (non-members pay $10 extra per person) Includes:

Motorcoach transportation

Visit to the Lachute Flea Market and Farmers Market. On this 15

acre site everything from A-Z can be found…fresh fruits and vegetables of every sort, antiques, clothing etc.

Buffet lunch at the historic and picturesque Château Montebello.

Birthday Party Friday, June 27 1:15 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by “Side by Side”, featuring the talented Kay Denison, Mary Frances Simpson and Bill Luxton. Cake, ice-cream, coffee or tea will be served after the show. There is no charge to members celebrating birthdays; $4 for all others. Guest tickets are available at Front Reception on the day of the party.

Senior Organic Gardeners—Introductory Information Session

Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminar Presented by Margaret Tourond -Townson and Rob Danforth, from Ottawa Organic Growers Wednesday, June 5 10:30-11:30am Gardening is great exercise and it's good fun to see the plants growing! Added benefit is the organic produce that is great to eat! Never gardened before? No problem! Come and we'll enjoy together! Are you an experienced gardener? You'll love learning the secrets about organic gardening! This is a free seminar. Members and non-members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Walk of Ages Saturday, June 14 9:00am-12:00pm

Join us today for our 26th annual Walk of Ages Fundraiser and help support your centre!

There are a number of ways you can show your support: Sponsor yourself. With a minimum pledge of $30, the breakfast and entertainment is included. Solicit Donations. With a minimum collection of $50, you are eligible for the breakfast, entertainment and a chance to win various prizes. Form a Team. Prizes will be awarded to the teams which raise the most funds and walk the greatest collective distance. Teams must raise a minimum of $30 per team member to be eligible for breakfast and prizes.

9:00 - Registration 9:30-11:00 - Breakfast Served 10:00-11:30 - Entertainment

11:30-12:00 - Prizes & Speeches

LGBT Awareness Training with OSPN Friday, June 20th 10am-12:30pm Room 142/147 Free Lunch See Volunteer Corner on page 3 for more information

June Events Corporate Annual General Meeting Monday, June 16 3:00pm Room 142/147

Please see page 4 for more information

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Please contact Front Reception

to book any appointments.

1

Centre Closed for

Canada Day

2 3 4

Movie at 1pm “RoboCop”

(PG)

7

8

Montreal Botanical Gardens

8:00am-6:00pm

New Member Orientation 1-2pm

Room 142/147

9

Aging and Physical Activity: It is Never too

Late to be Active 10:30-11:30am

Room 014

10

11

Soup and Sandwiches 142/147

Movie at 1pm “Saving Mr. Banks”

(PG)

14

15

16

Ice Cream Social 1:00pm

(Tickets Required)

17

18

Movie at 1pm “2 Guns”

(14A)

21

22

Plant and Rake Without the Ache

12:30-1:30pm Room 142/147

23

Classic Theatre Festival (Perth, ON)

9:30am-5:30pm

24

25

Movie at 1pm “Elysium”

(14A)

Birthday Party 1:15pm

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29

30

31

July 2014

Foot Care

Foot Care

Foot Care

Dental Hygiene Clinic

Foot Care

Legal Services

Macaroni and Cheese

Veal Scalloppini Chicken a la King Swiss Steak BBQ Chicken

Baked Fish Broccoli Quiche Cabbage Rolls

Lasagna Sweet and Sour Pork

Roast Beef

Chicken Drumsticks

Beef Stew

Walker Clinic

Hearing Clinic

BBQ Hot Dogs

Turkey Tetrazzini

BBQ Pork Chop

Esthetic Services

BBQ Hamburger

Diabetes & Healthy Living Group

Lunch is served daily

from 11:30am to

1:00pm

Stuffed Sole

Hair Care Hair Care

Hair Care Hair Care

Hair Care Hair Care

Hair Care Hair Care

Breaded Fish

Christmas in July (Tickets Required)

Chicken

Swedish Meatballs

10:00am-2:00pm Christmas in July Bazaar

Dinner at 5:45pm (Tickets Required) Dance at 7:00pm

The Chords (Popular/Early

Rock)

Christmas in July Bazaar 10:00am-12:00pm

July Events

Ice-Cream Social Wednesday, July 16 1:00pm Cost: $5 Cool off in the heat of the summer with some great friends and entertainment. the talented musical group The Four Chords. Dessert will feature Ice-cream Sundaes that you can make yourself, Coffee and Tea.

Deadline for ticket purchase is July 14 by 3:00pm.

Montreal Botanical Gardens Tuesday, July 8 8:00am-6:00pm Cost: $55 (non-members pay $10 extra per person) Includes:

Motorcoach transportation

Admission to the Botanical Garden and Insectarium. Stroll

through the beautiful property that includes the Chinese Garden, Japanese Garden, First Nations Garden, Tree House and Greenhouses.

Today lunch will be on your own. You may choose to bring your own lunch from home or purchase your lunch at the Botanical Garden restaurant on site.

Classic Theatre Festival (Perth, ON) Wednesday, July 23 9:30am-5:30pm Cost: $85 (non-members pay $10 extra per person) Includes:

Motorcoach transportation

An opportunity to do some shopping in downtown Perth, On.

Lunch at Maximilian’s Restaurant where we will experience

freshly prepared European cuisine in a friendly environment.

Matinée performance of “Come Blow Your Horn” by Neil

Simon at the Classic Theatre Festival.

Aging and Physical Activity—It Is Never Too Late To Be Active Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminar Presented by Ann Nowak Wednesday, July 9 10:30—11:30am Room 014 A person can never be too old to start being more physically active. Learn how you can increase your physical activity to both delay and reduce many of the risk factors that contribute to falls. This is a free seminar. Members and non-members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

New Member Orientation Tuesday, July 8 1:00-2:00 pm Room 142/147 This orientation will provide new members (or existing members seeking more info about TGC) with the opportunity to meet other new members and staff. There will be mingling, refreshments and details on all the Centre has to offer. There is no charge for this event.

Birthday Party Friday, July 25 1:15 p.m. Entertainment will be provided Laurence Marks (musician). Cake, ice-cream, coffee or tea will be served after the show. There is no charge to members celebrating birthdays; $4 for all others. Guest tickets are available at Front Reception on the day of the party.

Plant & Rake Without the Ache Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminar Presented by Dr. Sasha Hamid Tuesday, July 22 12:30pm-1:30pm Room 142/147 (across from Dining Room) Gardening is a great way to stay active and have fun while enjoying the outdoors. Injuries can happen even when we are having fun, but being prepared reduces your risk of encountering common gardening injuries. Learn how to plant and rake without the ache and join Dr. Hamid in this instructive class. This is a free seminar. Members and non-members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

July Dinner and Dance (licensed event with a cash bar) Thursday, July 10 Dinner 5:45 pm Menu: Cold Strawberry Soup, BBQ

Steak with Mushrooms, Roasted Red Potatoes, Green Beans, Warm Brownie, Coffee and Tea.

Dance 7 – 10 pm Featuring The Chords. (Popular/Early Rock)

Cost: Dinner: $10 (advanced tickets required) Deadline for ticket purchase is July 8 by 3:00pm.

Dance: $6 members; $6.50 non-members Tickets for the dance are available at the door.

Christmas in July Bazaar and Craft Studio Sale July 8, 9 & 10 from 10 am to 2 pm. July 11 from 10 am to 12 pm.

Free admission. Featuring: Woodworking ,Stained Glass, Knitting, Hand Painted Items, Quilting, Teddy Bears, Eco Crafts, Books, Baking, a Silent Auction and more. Our Repeat Performance shop will also be open.

Christmas in July Lunch (licensed event with a cash bar) Friday, July 11 Cost: $11 12 pm Lunch

Menu: Roll, Roast Turkey, Dressing, Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Turnips and Carrots, Apple Custard Pie, Coffee and Tea.

1 pm Entertainment provided by musician, singer, songwriter Albert Bernicky.

Deadline for ticket purchase is July 9 by 3:00pm.

Christmas in July Bazaar

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1

Movie at 1pm “21 Jump Street”

(14A)

4

Centre Closed for

Civic Holiday

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6

7

Morrisburg, ON 10:00am-5:30pm

Natural Help for Mood Management 1:00-2:00pm Room 014

8

Movie at 1pm “Frozen”

(G)

11

12

13

Repeat Performance Fashion Show and Tea

1:00pm (Tickets Required)

14

Dinner at 5:45pm (Tickets Required) Dance at 7:00pm Grey Jazz Combo

(Jazz)

15

Movie at 1pm

“Delivery Man” (PG)

18

19

Pride BBQ Time: TBA

Disabilities and Estate Planning

10:30-11:30am Room 014

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22

Movie at 1pm “Three Night Stand”

(14A)

Birthday Party 1:15pm

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Kingston, ON 8:30am-5:30pm

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Movie at 1pm “The Five-Year Engagement”

(14A)

August 2014

Foot Care

Dental Hygiene Clinic

Foot Care

Foot Care

BBQ Sausages

Hot Hamburger Sandwich

BBQ Chicken Thighs Beef Bourguignon

Meatloaf Chicken with Pasta

Salisbury Steak

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Beef Stir Fry Lemon Sole Cottage Roll

BBQ Pork Chop

Lunch is served daily

from 11:30am to

1:00pm

Please contact Front Reception to

book any appointments

Baked Ham

Esthetic Services

Roast Lamb

Diabetes & Healthy Living Group

Farmer Sausage

Chicken with Mushrooms

Pork and Apple Pie

BBQ Chef’s Choice

Roast Turkey

Hair Care

Hair Care Hair Care

Hair Care Hair Care

Hair Care

Hair Care Hair Care

Hair Care

Foot Care

Chicken Cutlets

August Events

Natural Help For Mood Management Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminar Presented by Cynthia Incze Thursday, August 7 1-2pm Room 014 Discover how to manage moods in a healthy, natural way using essential oils. These 100% natural plant extracts have well-known and scientifically documented effects on our emotions, with no side effects, and no addictions. Find out how they work, and learn how to choose the appropriate oils, blends and usage methods to help you feel your best. This is a free seminar. Members and non-members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Disabilities and Estate Planning Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminar Presented by Kenneth Pope Tuesday, August 19 10:30-11:30am Room 014 Do you have a child or family member with a disability or special needs? What will happen when you are gone? Come join us for this informative session and you will learn about Henson Trusts and Wills; Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP); Registered Disability Saving Plans (RDSP); Estate & Tax Planning Assistance for Families with special needs; and Caregivers and Disability Tax Credit Recaptures. This is a free seminar. Members and non-members are welcome and encouraged to attend.

PRIDE BBQ (licensed event with a cash bar) Tuesday, August 19 Cost: $11 Time: To be Announced

Menu: BBQ Chicken, Oregano Polenta, Assorted Salads, Rainbow Cake, Coffee and Tea.

Entertainment: To be Announced

Together with the Ottawa Senior Pride Network, we will be hosting a BBQ today in celebration of Ottawa Pride Week. Stay posted for more information on times and entertainment!

Deadline for ticket purchase is August 15 by 3:00pm.

Morrisburg, ON Thursday, August 7 10:00am-5:30pm Cost: $85 (non-members pay $10 extra per person) Includes:

Motorcoach transportation

Lunch at McIntosh Country Inn.

Matinée performance of “Lend Me A Tenor” by Ken Ludwig at

the Upper Canada Playhouse.

August Dinner and Dance (licensed event with a cash bar) Thursday, August 14 Dinner 5:45 pm Menu: Mixed Green Salad,

BBQ Chicken with Lemon Rice, Roasted Zucchini, Raspberry Sorbet, Coffee and Tea.

Dance 7 – 10 pm Featuring the Grey Jazz Combo (Jazz).

Cost: Dinner: $10 (advanced tickets required) Deadline for ticket purchase is August 12 by 3:00pm.

Dance: $6 members; $6.50 non-members Tickets for the dance are available at the door.

Kingston, ON Wednesday, August 27 8:30am-5:30pm Cost: $75 (non-members pay $10 extra per person) Includes:

Motorcoach transportation

Visit to the “Friends of the Penitentiary Museum” which is

dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the fascinating history of Canada’s Federal penitentiary system.

Lunch at Aunt Lucy’s Dinner House.

Visit and guided tour of Bellevue House National Historic Site of

Canada. Bellevue House was once the home of Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first prime minister. It has been restored to the 1840’s period and kept much as it would have been during the time Macdonald lived there with his wife and infant son.

Repeat Performance Fashion Show and Tea Accomplished pianist, Lila Aranze, will be playing for us and CTV Weatherman, Matt Skube, will be our host. Wednesday, August 13 1:00pm Cost: $5 Sumer and Fall fashions will be featured from out Repeat Performance shop. Dessert will feature Red Velvet Cake with Mixed Berries, Coffee and Tea.

Deadline for ticket purchase is August 11 by 3:00pm.

Mark your calendars…

Birthday Party Friday, August 22 1:15pm Entertainment will be provided by Gilles Arsenault. Cake, ice-cream, coffee or tea will be served after the show. There is no charge to members celebrating birthdays; $4 for all others. Guest tickets are available at Front Reception on the day of the party.

TGC Open House Wednesday, September 3rd 10am-2pm Invite family & friends to come look over all of the exciting programs & services that TGC has to offer.

Fall Program Registration September 9, 10 & 11 10am-2pm