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June, July & August 2020 Program Guide

A seniors’ centre from the comfort of home

Seniors’ Centre Without Walls

IN THIS ISSUE:

Ottawa Art Gallery

Foot Care Information

Ottawa Senior Pride Network

Musical Mystery Lunches

Indigenous Astronomy

Tip Top Trivia

...and much more!

For information or to Register:

613-236-0428 ext. 2323

[email protected]

thegoodcompanions.ca

Free telephone group activities

for seniors 55+, and adults 18+

with disabilities living in Ottawa

and the greater Ottawa area.

SCWW is funded In-part by the Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility, In-part by the United Way EAST ONTARIO, and with the Support of the City of Ottawa.

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NEW! SCWW Daily Program Schedule Line Find out the schedule of programs for each day of the week by

calling the number below.

Leave us a message with your name and number and we will add you to our attendance lists.

Dial: 613-236-0428 ext. 4260

STEPS TO CONNECT TO A PROGRAM

1) Dial 613-686-1547 OR 1-800-669-6180

2) Enter the 6-digit PASSCODE 8 3 4 6 3 4 then press #

3) Record your name then press # or just stay on the line

Note: the passcode is the same for all programs.

*Not working? Dial *0 to speak to the operator and ask to be

connected to Seniors’ Centre Without Walls The Good Companions.*

SCWW FAQs & Info...

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Health & Wellness

Presentation Series...

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Educational

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Calendars... 9

Travelogues, Music

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Regular Programs... 18

TABLE OF CONTENTS Seniors’ Centre Without Walls

Seniors’ Centre Without Walls (SCWW) is a free interactive telephone-based program that connects seniors 55+, as well as adults 18+ with disabilities living in Ottawa and the greater Ottawa area.

The Good Companions

The Good Companions is a not-for-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 seniors and adults with physical disabilities living in the Ottawa area.

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Seniors’ Centre Without Walls FAQ

Who is eligible to join?

Individuals 55 + And/or adults with physical disabilities Living in the Ottawa and greater Ottawa area (including Renfrew County)

Is there any cost? No – all programming is free of charge, and no special equipment is needed.

How does SCWW work? 1. You may register as a SCWW participant anytime during the term. 2. Register for upcoming programs by calling or emailing SCWW 3. We encourage you to register with us fully to be able to receive upcoming calendars and get the most out of your SCWW experience.

How do I participate in the calls?

On the day and time of a chosen program you can use the “Steps to Connect” (see previous page) to call yourself into that program. If at any time you require assistance, simply dial *0 to speak to an operator who can get you connected.

What if I cannot call myself into the program? If you are unable or unsure about following the “Steps to Connect” we can call you directly into the phone call! All you need to do is answer your phone when we call.

Can I call into a program at anytime? You may only call into the program *5 minutes before the start time. You will not be able to join the call before this time. (*NEW)

Is there a limit to the number of people on a program call? There is no limit to the number of participants we have on a call. Programs will be *locked 10 minutes after they start to avoid disruptions. (*NEW) Accessibility This program can be available in an accessible format.

The Good Companions’ Seniors’ Centre Without Walls Program would like to thank The Government of Canada, New Horizons,

Help Age Canada, and the Champlain Community Support Network for your support.

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To ensure a safe and welcoming space, we ask participants, facilitators and guest presenters to observe our Conduct Policy and Group Etiquette:

To be respectful towards all staff, volunteers, participants and tele-phone operators (including our

conference call provider).

To engage in appropriate subject matters and language.

To allow everyone to contribute by not dominating the conversations.

To respect all group members and their opinions, even if they differ from your own.

To create an inclusive environment that honours people of all cultures,

traditions, faiths, genders, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experiences. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy, or have an issue with another participant or facilitator, please contact SCWW.

613-236-0428 ext. 2323 [email protected]

Respectful Conduct Policy Tips on Having a Successful Phone Call

BE ON TIME: In order for our programs and services to run smoothly we ask that you call yourself into your scheduled program on time. If we call you into the program, please be ready for our call. LET THE FACILITATOR LEAD: To reduce confusion on the phone it is important to let the facilitator or guest speaker guide the conversation or activity. USE THE ME/NOT ME RULE: Remember to give everyone a chance to speak. This includes making sure to not talk over or disrupt someone while they are speaking. This also includes being mindful that every time you comment on something, it might not be giving space for someone else, or allowing the program to continue smoothly.

BE MINDFUL: Be mindful that everyone has a story, a back-ground, and a different way of looking at the world, and/or different communication styles. REDUCE BACKGROUND NOISE: Plan to be in a location with reduced back-ground noise. Turn off any thing that might make noise (televisions or radios), also consider pets. Be aware that the facilitator may mute your line if there is too much back-ground noise.

SCWW is Available in Different Languages!

The Seniors’ Centre Without Walls program is now being offered in 3 different languages

across Ottawa:

For Cantonese or Mandarin Contact:

Jessie Jin, The Good Companions

613-236-0428 ext. 2777 *In partnership with Yet Keen Seniors’ Day Centre

from Somerset West Community Health Centre

For French Contact:

Annie Parisien

Eastern Ottawa Resource Centre

613-741-6025 ext. 331

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HEALTH & WELLNESS PRESENTATIONS

Mindfulness Mindfulness is the intention of being present, of quieting the mind, and connection with one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. It is a practice that has proven to be effective at reducing stress and anxiety. Take 20 minutes out of your day every Monday, to focus on you! Monday Mornings 10:15-10:45 AM

Foot Care While Self Isolating Your feet are the foundation for your daily activities. Whether you are running a 5k or a marathon, just walking around the neighbourhood or in your home, your feet are your constant ally in your life. Join Lisa Garland for this highly informative presentation. She will give you important advice on how to take good care of your feet while you are self isolating during the COVID-19 pandemic as well as answering your questions on proper infection control, clinic information emergency visits - what to do and who to call.

Presenter: Lisa Garlan, RPN FCN CAFCN, TiredSole Clinic

Thursday, June 4

12:30-1:30 PM

Tips on How to Get Groceries during COVID-19 Shopping for groceries can be difficult during social isolation, especially if you do not have access to a computer. Community Support Services Coordinator, Brenda Packer, will share with you resources available and provide general examples of grocery stores, delivery companies and new volunteer organizations that are accepting phone orders.

Presenter: Brenda Packer, Community Support Services Coordinator at The Good

Companions

Wednesday, June 3

2:45-3:45 PM

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Plant and Rake without the Ache Gardening is a great way to stay active and have fun while enjoying the outdoors. Although often not thought of as a physical activity, gardening is and can be hard on the body. It requires proper preparation to avoid stiff sore joints, neck and back pain. We invite you to join Dr. Sasha Hamid, where she will discuss how to reduce your risk of common gardening injuries to keep you injury free all-season long!

Presenter: Dr. Sasha Hamid, Associate Chiropractor with CURAVITA Health

Monday, June 8

2:45-3:45 PM

Preventing Abuse Series: Understanding our Rights and Learning to Assert Ourselves As we age, our roles, responsibilities, health and ability to carry out daily tasks may change. Discussing our concerns, let alone interacting with our loved ones, can become increasingly difficult. They may start treating us differently or even try to control certain aspects of our lives. This workshop aims to remind you of your rights as an older adult and to help guide you on the path of assertion so that you can effectively communicate your needs, maintain healthy relationships with the people around you, and retain control of your life.

Presenter: Stéphanie Cadieux, Elder Abuse Prevention Consultant—East, Elder

Abuse Prevention Ontario

Tuesday, June 30

12:30-1:30 PM

Counselling Connect—Free and Quick Access to Supports

Counselling Connect is a new service in Ottawa through 13 contributing agencies. It is a centralized platform where children, youth, adults, seniors and families will now be able to make appointments for free same-day or next day 45-90 minutes phone or video counselling. Join us to learn more about this vital program.

Presenter: Mark MacAulay and Tamara Chipperfield, Counselling Connect

Architects

Monday, June 15

12:30-1:30 PM

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How to Deal with Anxiety in the Midst of a Global Crisis—Mental Health during COVID-19

Worries and anxiety about COVID-19 and its impact can be overwhelming. Social distancing makes it even more challenging. Learn ways to cope during this pandemic.

Presenter: Dr. Paola Lavin, M.D., MSc in Psychiatry,

Douglas Mental Health University Institute| McGill University

Tuesday, July 21

12:30-1:30 PM

Self-Care is Not Selfish

Most of us are excellent at taking care of other people, but how many of us make time to care for ourselves? During this presentation we will explore the importance of self-care, and share the strategies that work for each of us, especially in challenging times (like COVID-19).

Presenter: Katherine Arnup, PhD., writer, retired professor, volunteer

Tuesday, August 11

12:30-1:30 PM



Did You Know?

All of our Health & Wellness, Educational, Music and Travelogue Presentations are recorded. If you

are unable to join us on the day of the call, let us know and we can give you the information on how you can

listen to the recording at your own convenience.

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EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS PASSCODE FOR PROGRAMS: 8 3 4 6 3 4

Affordability Fund Trust—Assistance with Electricity

The AffordAbility Fund is here to help Ontarians ease what they spend on electricity, but how does it work? Join this presentation to find out how you can benefit from this program and how to receive personalized support and information on a variety of services and resources according to your needs.

Presenter: Lobna Aggour, Outreach Coordinator– Affordability Fund Trust with The

Good Companions

Tuesday, June 9

12:30-1:30 PM

Protect Your Money—Fraud Prevention Get information about fraud prevention and how to make more informed financial decisions. Staff from the Investor Office of the Ontario Securities Commission will share information about common frauds and scams (including COVID-19 frauds), warning signs of fraud, who to contact if you suspect fraud and where to get financial information and tools.

Presenter: Chris Allum, Senior Advisor, Investor Engagement &Stakeholder

Partnerships

Wednesday, June 17

2:45-3:45 PM

Accessing your Money by Telephone or Online Banking

Using telephone or online banking is becoming a matter of survival. Physical distancing is changing the way we access and spend our money. Join Bonnie Schroeder, as she de-mystifies telephone banking. She will discuss how banks are making it easy for you to access your accounts, pay your bills, what happens if you do not have a credit card, and general banking tips that you can use from the comfort of home.

Presenter: Bonnie Schroeder, MSW, RSW and Program Director, Age-Friendly Ottawa Thursday, June 11

2:45-3:45 PM

What is New from Seniors’ Centre Without Walls (SCWW)

Whether you are brand-new to the program, or have been with us for a while, SCWW

Coordinator, Rachel Sutcliffe, will be sharing some important changes to the running of our

telephone calls/programs to ensure that everyone is able get the most out of SCWW.

Tuesday, June 2

12:30-1:30 PM

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Biographies 10:15-10:45 pm

Gardening with-out the Ache 2:45-3:45 pm

Fun Facts 10:15-10:45 am

Mindfulness 10:15-10:45 am

Good News 10:15-10:45 am

Name That Tune 2:45-3:15 pm


Way with Words 10:15-10:45 pm

Trivia 2:45-3:15 pm

5 Minute Mysteries

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Craft Group 2:45-3:15 pm


Categories 2:45-3:15 pm

Short Stories 10:15-10:45 am

Discussion Group 2:45-3:15 pm

Table Topics 10:15-10:45 am

Music Request Line 2:45- 3:30 pm

Birthday Party 10:15-10:45 am

Sports Chat 2:45-3:30 pm


Way with Words 10:15-10:45 am

Trivia 2:45-3:15 pm





Elder Abuse 12:30-1:30 pm

Coffee with Nikkie 12:30-1:00 pm


STEPS TO

CONNECT

1. Dial 613-686-1547 or 1-800-669-6180

2. Enter the Passcode: 8 3 4 6 3 4 then #

3. Record your name or just stay on the line then #

Trivia 2:45-3:15 PM


Accessing Groceries

2:45-3:45 pm

Protect Your Money

2:45-3:45 pm

Foot Care 12:30-1:30 pm

Phone Banking Information 2:45-3:45 pm

Affordability Fund Trust

12:30-1:30 pm

Musical Lunch 12:30-1:15 pm

Art Talk 12:30-1:30 pm

Mindfulness 10:15 -10:45 am

You Be the Judge 2:45-3:15 pm



Just Joking 12:30-1:00 pm

What is New with SCWW

12:30-1:30 pm

Canadian Trivia 2:45-3:15 pm


Counselling Connect

12:30-1:30 pm

Father’s Day Celebration

12:30-1:00 pm



Canadian Connections 2:30-3:30 pm

Gratitude Jar 2:45-3:15 pm

Seniors Travel 12:30-1:30 pm

Fact or Fiction 2:45-3:15 pm

Travel– Moosonee

12:30-1:30 pm

Riddles 10:15-10:45 pm

Unique Canada 10:15-11:00 am

Who, What, Where 12:30-1:00 pm

Language Club 2:45-3:15 pm

Spiritual Space 10:15-10:45 am

Gardening Club 2:45-3:15 pm

Elder Law 12:30-1:30 pm

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Mindfulness 10:15-10:45am



Canada Day

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Trivia 2:45-3:15 pm




Short Stories 2:45-3:15 pm



Music Request Line 2:45-3:30 pm












Biographies 10:15-10:45 am

You Be the Judge 2:45-3:15 pm

Music Chat 12:30-1:30 pm

STEPS TO

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Book Chat 12:30-1:00 pm




COVID-19 & Mental Health 12:30-1:30 pm

OSPN & Pride 12:30-1:30 pm


Trivia 2:45-3:15 pm


The Great Depression 2:45-3:45 pm








Gratitude Jar 2:45- 3:15 pm

Fact or Fiction 2:45-3:15 pm





Across the Miles 3:30-4:30 pm

RBC Phone Banking Info 2:45-3:45 pm

CIBC Phone Banking Info 12:30-1:30 pm


Travel– Banff 10:15-11:00 am

Riddles 10:15-10:45 am


What, What, Where 12:30-1:00 pm

5 Minute Mysteries

10:15-10:45 am

Ice Cream Month 2:45-3:15 pm

Travel-Osaka 12:30-1:15 pm

Recipe Exchange 12:30-1:00 pm




SCWW Planning Committee

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Ottawa Fun Facts—OPL 2:45-3:45 pm

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Riddles 10:15-10:45 am



Civic Holiday

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Curiosity Club 12:30-1:00 pm


Indigenous Astronomy

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Biographies 10:15-10:45 am








Gratitude Jar 2:45- 3:15 pm




Self-Care Isn’t Selfish

12:30-1:30 pm

Music Chat—Elvis

2:45-3:45 pm

Canadian Folk Music –OPL 2:45-3:45 pm

Canada’s Early School Days—

OPL 12:30-1:30 pm



Book Chat 12:30-1:00 pm

What, What, Where 12:30-1:00 pm



Curiosity Club 12:30-1:00 pm

You Be the Judge 10:15-10:45 am



Silly Place Names 2:45-3:30 pm


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Art Talk with the Ottawa Art Gallery The Ottawa Art Gallery is back for monthly presentations all summer long.

Wrapped in Culture Wrapped in Culture was a collaborative project that brought together ten Indigenous artists from Australia and Canada. The artists created contemporary versions of an Australian Aboriginal possum skin cloak and a Blackfoot buffalo robe.This revived two culturally distinct, yet similar, artistic traditions that were used historically for both sacred and practical purposes.

Thursday, June 25 12:30-1:30 PM

Facing Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore Facing Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore bridges generational, geographic and gender divides as contemporary artists respond to the ground-breaking work of Surrealist artists and genderqueer pioneers Claude Cahun (1894–1954) and Marcel Moore (1892–1972). Curated by: Michelle Gewurtz

Thursday, July 23 12:30-1:30 PM

Inaabiwin— “The Art of Seeing” This travelling group exhibition featured works created by contemporary Indigenous artists and was curated by Danielle Printip. In Anishinaabemowin, according to the “Elders of Kitigan Zibi Anishinabegu, the word inaabiwin can be interpretted as “the art of seeing,” reflecting the complexitities of relating to the surrounding world.

Thursday, August 27 12:30-1:30 PM

Presenters: Alexis Boyle, Curator, Community Access and Madeleine Bardou-Clark, Coordinator of Learning and Engagement


Protecting Older Adults in Law

Lawyers with expertise in the unique legal issues and needs of older adults discuss a variety of topics, including capacity concerns, the importance of powers of attorney, and remedies for financial abuse of seniors. Learn about the rights and responsibilities of older adults and those who care for them under Ontario law. Presented by the Elder Law Section of the Ontario Bar Association

Presenter: Elder Law Committee Member, Ontario Bar Association

Monday, June 29

12:30-1:30 PM

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EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS

Ottawa Life During the 1930s—The Great Depression The 1930s were tough years. The Great Depression, which began with the crash of the

New York Stock Exchange in October 1929, ushered in years of economic stagnation, high

unemployment, and general despair. Right-wing extremism was on the rise, and the

clouds of war were gathering. Ottawa was not immune from these trends. Join us for this

interesting presentation to hear James Powell talk about the fight against anti-Semitism in

Ottawa with L’Affaire Tissot, the Eastview Birth Control Trial, and the 1939 Royal Visit that

occurred just weeks before the start of World War II.

Presenter: James Powell

Thursday, July 16

2:45-3:45 PM

Telephone & Electronic Banking Tips & How-To from CIBC and RBC

Telephone or electronic banking is a service provided by a bank or other financial institution that enables customers to perform over the telephone or computer a range of financial transactions which do not involve cash or Financial instruments (such as cheques), without the need to visit a bank branch or ATM.

As a continuation of the Council on Aging’s Telephone Banking Information session, we are hosting a representative from CIBC and RBC who will answer your questions and provide tips on how to get the benefits of telephone and electronic banking.

CIBC Presenter: Representative from CIBC Tuesday, July 14

12:30-1:30 PM

RBC Presenter: Catherine Farrow,

Financial Planning

Wednesday, July 15

2:45-3:30 PM

Ottawa Senior Pride Network Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN) is a volunteer-run network of LGBT seniors (50+)

and allies, which was formed in 2008. Please join George Hartsgrove, as he talks about

this important organization, their vision and mission.

Presenter: George Hartsgrove, from Ottawa Senior Pride Network

Tuesday, July 28

12:30-1:30 PM

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Indigenous Astronomy Exhibition: Connecting to our Partners in Hawaii

As part of Canada’s Museum of Science’s Exhibition on Indigenous Astronomy, Curator David had the privilege to visit Hawaii to meet with their partners there. David will be high-lighting their rich traditions in navigating by using the stars, as well as their language and unique world view. In this presentation he will also describe visits to the Bishop Museum and Imiloa Astronomy Centre.

Presenter: David Pantalony, PhD - Curator, Physical Sciences and Medicine | Canada's Museums of Science and Innovation Thursday, August 6

2:45-3:45 PM


The Ottawa Public Library Presentation Series Coming up this August: The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) has put together a series of fun and interesting presentations for you focused on Canadian and Ottawa history. Check out the two below, and look for the presentation on Canadian Folk Music in our Travel, Music and Celebrations pages.

Early School Days: The One-Room School Houses of Canada This one-hour talk will describe what it was like for the teacher and students in the one-

room school house. It will cover the daily routine, the furnishings, the challenges and

advantages of all the ages and grades being taught together, games and songs of the

school yard, and more!

Presenter: Tara Heft, Ottawa Public Library

Tuesday, August 25

12:30-1:30 PM

Ottawa Fun Fact Frenzy—Tidbits and Trivia

Think you know Ottawa? This on-hour talk will cover the Ottawa of yesterday: learn about

trends, local businesses, developments, events, and significant dates in Ottawa's history!

Presenter: Sherri Ryan, Ottawa Public Library

Wednesday, August 26

2:45-3:45 PM

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Celebration—Father’s Day Father’s Day is a time when we get together and celebrate all fathers and father-figures. Join us as we read about famous fathers around the world, and share our own stories about fathers and fatherhood!

Tuesday, June 16 12:30-1:00 PM

Travel—Travelling as Seniors Many of us have traveled or are still interested in travel. For seniors, travel poses some unique challenges. A discussion on these issues will be hosted by Monty Mukerji. He will talk about his experiences and ideas and would like to hear yours.

Presenter: Monty Mukerji, The Good Companions ’ Volunteer Tuesday, June 23 12:30-1:30 PM

Music— Musical Mystery Lunch Concerts Series

We are excited to invite you to our exclusive SCWW live Musical Mystery Lunch Concerts. Every Wednesday we will be joined on the phone by a different musician who will serenade us for our lunch hour. From well-known names, to TGC volunteers—you never know who you will get to listen to next!

Travel—My Time Working in Moosonee SCWW placement student, Jenna Barnes, takes us to her remote work experience in Moosonee, Ontario! Moosonee is a northern Indigenous reserve off of the James Bay. It's considered to be "the Gateway to the Arctic". The only way to access this small town is either by train or by the ice road in the winter. It's a developmental community with challenging living conditions. Those who are native to the land demonstrate old-age survival skills for food, shelter, and warmth. Come learn about this diverse community!

Presenter: Jenna Barnes, SCWW Placement Student Thursday, June 18 12:30-1:30 PM


Travel—Unique Canada Series From sea to sea, Canada is filled with unique tourist destinations and natural phenomena. Explore these unique locations and share your own unique travel experiences.

Thursday, June 25, July 23, and August 20 10:15-11:00 AM

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Music— Chatting About Music Series

Brian McGurrin is a retired librarian and a music enthusiast! Join him as he takes us on a musical journey of songs and fun facts.

Cryin’ Time in Classic Country Music

Country music is well known for its plaintive and sometimes amusing descriptions of the many varieties of failed relationships, including: heartfelt agony - "I Fall to Pieces," (Patsy Cline); bitterness - "Your Cheatin' Heart (Will Tell on You)," (Hank Williams); infidelities - "Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?” (Shania Twain); humour - "She Got the Goldmine, I Got the Shaft," (Jerry Reed). This presentation takes a brief survey of love re-lationships gone wrong in classic performances of Country music from the 1920's to the 1980's.

Tuesday, July 7 12:30-1:30 PM

Going to Graceland: Revisiting the Music of Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley bought the Graceland Mansion on the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee, in 1957, when he was 22 years old, and he died there, 43 years ago, on August 16, 1977. The Graceland estate was opened to the public in 1982, and it has become the second most-visited house in the U.S. (after the White House) with over 650,000 visitors a year. When Paul Simon did the tour in 1985, he felt unexpectedly overcome by emotion when he came upon Elvis' gravesite in the Meditation Garden and read his epitaph:

“He had a God-given talent that he shared with the world. And without a doubt, he became most widely acclaimed, capturing hearts of young and old alike”.

Monday, August 17 2:45-3:45 PM



Travel—Canadian Connections Canada Day Celebration It is our annual Canada Day celebration! Connect with Seniors’ Centre Without Walls participants from Manitoba and Alberta, as we share in celebrating our wonderful country.

Friday, June 26 2:30-3:30 PM

Travel—Banff National Park

Join TGC’s Emma as she dives into the history and beauty of Canada’s oldest National Park, and recounts her own stories of the summer she spent in the iconic hamlet of Lake Louise.

Presenter: Emma Revell, The Good Companions Thursday, July 9 10:15-11:00 AM

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Music—A History of Canadian Folk Music This one-hour presentation will lead the listeners through the history of Canadian Folk music from the days of the early pioneers, including songs about farming, fishing, the trade routes, the wilderness, and more! The presentation will be interspersed with the live performance of some of these songs over the phone.

Presenter: Tara Heft, Ottawa Public Library

Tuesday, August 18

2:45-3:45 PM

Travel—Across the Miles Across the Miles joins together participants from Seniors’ Centre Without Walls programs across North America. It is a wonderful opportunity to connect with one another, and listen to voices and experiences from our different countries, provinces/states, and cities.

Wednesday, July 22 3:30-4:30 PM



Travel—Osaka, Japan Osaka is a large port city and commercial centre on the Japanese island of Honshu. Join us as we explore some of the interesting history and facts about this amazing city.

Thursday, July 30 12:30-1:15 PM

Celebrations—Ice Cream Month July is National Ice Cream Month! In this session we are going to explore the history and in-teresting facts about ice cream, and chat all about our favourite summer treat.

Monday, July 13 2:45-3:15 PM

Travel—Silly Place Names “Esplande Eggs & Bacon Way”, “Consequences, New Mexico”, “Chicken, Alaska”, are just some of the more unique and silly name places that we will learn about and explore in this travelogue.

Wednesday, August 12 2:45-3:30 PM

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FUN, GAMES & REGULAR PROGRAMS

Name that Tune Test your musical knowledge as we guess the song title and artist of these mysterious melodies!

Birthday Party Join us in serenading our birthday cele-brants, listen to some jokes, and find out what the cake of the month will be!

Tip Top Trivia

Researchers have found that memory loss can be improved simply by doing mental ex-ercise every day. Give your brain a workout with our tip-top trivia questions.

Discussion Group

Join this monthly group where we will have a theme for discussion each session chosen from participant suggestions. Share ideas and learn new perspectives from each other.

Fact or Fiction Think you can tell the difference between fact and fiction? What you think you know and the truth may surprise you!

Finish the Line Help fill in the blanks of famous quotes, expressions, song lyrics, movie titles and many more categories!

Music Request Line

Do you have a favourite song you would like to share? Or maybe one you have not heard in a while? Request it and we will play it for you!

Open “Mike” Sports Chat Each month join a SCWW facilitator and SCWW Volunteer Mike, for a lively chat about the world of sports. Whether it is fun sports trivia, or catching up on the games of the week, we have it all!

Way with Words Test your vocabulary and stretch your mind with 30 minutes of word games! These games will include rhyming words, or find-ing answers that begin, end with or contain particular sets of letters.

Just Joking

They say that laughter is the best medicine, so join us once a month for your dose of funny jokes!

Categories Name a type of flower, a hockey team, a brand of cereal! Work together as a group to see how many items in a category you can name!

Table Topics Join in on the conversation! We have a box full of fun, unique, and offbeat questions to start interesting and memorable conversations!


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Short Stories Enjoy as we immerse ourselves into the wonderful world of short stories from a variety of different genres or even delve into some beautiful poetry and prose. We may even host some guest story-tellers.

Good News Join us for a bit of sunshine as we share positive and inspiring stories from home and from around the world.

Biographies Each month, take a peak into the life and legacy of some very interesting people.

Fun Facts Explore and discover new and unusual facts from geography, to history, to interesting people and much more. Listen, learn and share!

You be the Judge You are the judge in these real life crime stories. First, you will hear all the facts. Next, with your peers, you will evaluate and discuss the ins and outs of the case, and deliver a verdict! Find out if your outcome matches the real one!

Curiosity Club Have an interesting question you would like answered? We will hop on the internet and try to track it down for you!



Riddles We have brain-teasers and riddles to keep your brain active.

Gratitude Jar Let’s all share what we’re grateful for this month!

Coffee with Nikkie Grab a coffee (or tea or hot chocolate!) and hangout with The Good Companions’ own Nikkie Snagg, Membership and Volunteer Coordinator.

Craft Group

Are you a knitter? A painter? A candle stick maker? Do you love to create? Join this group to talk about past/current projects and learn from other crafty people. Better yet, put your phone on speaker/plug in a head-set if you have one and work on your craft while we chat!

Spiritual Space

With spiritual spaces closed for the indeterminate future, we offer a place for all spirits and religions to come together.

Language Club Bonjour! Nǐ hǎo! Shalom! Are you interested in languages? Each month we will learn how to say simple words and phrases in a variety of different languages.

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Who, What, Where

We have a list of clues pertaining to a person, place or thing—work as a group to figure out the answer.

Gardening Club

Summer time is gardening time. This is a chance to chat all about gardening and plants whether you have a backyard garden, a balcony garden, indoor plants, or are just interested in the topic.

5 Minute Mysteries

Listen to a 5 minute mystery story and see if you can guess the solution or answer to the question they pose.

Book Club

This is a time to talk about a book that you might be reading, or share a great book that you read in the past.

Canadian Trivia

Think you know everything about Canada? Test your knowledge with our all Canadian trivia.

Recipe Exchange

Do you have a new or special recipe? Share with the group and learn new ones at the same time!

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