Unison August 2024 Newsletter

?? Dive into Exciting August Adventures at Unison! ??

Make the most of the final month of summer with our thrilling activities and programs. Plus, get ahead by registering for our exciting new courses starting this fall! Don't miss out on all the fun and learning opportunities awaiting you.

Top 5

1. We have officially change our legal name from Kerby Assembly, to Unison Society.?Please note that this is a legal change, but we have not changed our mission or vision around supporting seniors in Southern Alberta. The buildings, of course, will still be named Kerby Centre and Veiner Centre.?
2. Veiner Centre was highlighted in the Medicine Hat News twice last week! You can read more about the Lions Club donation here:?Community View Lions donate $2,000 to Meals on Wheels program - Medicine Hat NewsMedicine Hat News? and our Meals on Wheels YouTube video here:?Behind the Scenes: New online video highlights Veiner Centre's food support program - Medicine Hat NewsMedicine Hat News?
3. We're excited to have partnered with Volunteer Alberta to streamline the background checks process with our volunteers. Vouchers are now available for volunteers to obtain their police checks at no cost. This simplifies the onboarding process and saves the Volunteer Department the expense of reimbursing these costs.?
4. On Chat TV noon show, our CEO and President, Larry Mathieson talked about our partnership with the Palliser PCN supporting a Behavioral Consultant working at Veiner Centre! Watch the FULL feature here: https://chatnewstoday.ca/2024/07/15/noon-interview-larry-mathieson-july-15/?
5. Congratulations to Myra Praxidio on becoming our new Active Aging Coordinator at Unison at Kerby Centre! Although she’ll be missed in our Seniors Supports department, we’re so happy to encourage her in this awesome new position!?

Unison at Kerby Centre (Located in Calgary)?

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Highlights:?

• Active Aging Fall Semester Registrations?
• NEW VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Cleaning Support, ADP Volunteer, Rentals Support Volunteer, Café Volunteer and more!?
• FREE Estate Planning Workshop?
• Supporting Black & Racialized Seniors Online Info Session?
• Online Classes – Tai Chi, Ski Fit, Journaling?
• Register NOW!?Indigenous Drumming Circle,?Laughter Yoga,?Compassionate Support Workshop?
• CRA and Service Canada will be at the Kerby Centre to assist seniors!?
• NEW Kerby Café Breakfast and Lunch Menu?

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Unison at Veiner Centre (Located in Medicine Hat)?

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Highlights:?

• VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Veiner Vintage Trasport Drivers, MOW Drivers and Reception Host!?
• Summer Theme Night at the Veiner Bistro?
• Supporting Black & Racialized Seniors Online Info Session?
• Register NOW! Spruce Meadows Christmas Market??
• Online Classes – Tai Chi, Ski Fit, Journaling?

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Highlights:?

• End-of-life preplanning. Did you tell anyone what you want???

• Gentle Soulful Yoga Class?

• Understanding Hypertension: Symptoms, Causes, Prevention and Management?

Community Board?

Samaritan Club of Calgary: Semi- Annual Super Thrift Sale?

Miracle Home Care?

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Volunteers wanted for Canadian Homes for Aging in Place Survey on Environmental Well-Being?

It’s common knowledge that many Canadians want to stay in their own homes for as long as possible. Our research team combines the expertise of the National Research Council of Canada, the University of Toronto, and Carleton University to try to help make that possible. You can help!?

We seek Canadians from across the country to participate on our survey about homes, the conditions in homes, and the health and well-being of the people who live there. You are eligible if you are over 60 years of age, live primarily in Canada, and either live in your own home or moved into supportive housing within the past two years. The survey is available online, by telephone interview, or by mail. The online form will take about 50 minutes to complete. Your data will be kept confidential and used only for research purposes.?

For more information, or to complete the survey, visit our web site online here or telephone the NRC research team at: 1-800-672-7990 and press 6 during the message to request a paper copy or to complete the survey by telephone interview.?

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UofA Survey - Environmental Factors Affecting Health Outcomes?

U of A conducting research with regards to environmental factors affecting health outcomes.??

The main purpose is to screen for target populations/ demographics and identify their perceptions/experiences with regards to climate change and its health outcomes.??

Contact [email protected]?

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Equity and Access in Cancer Care??

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