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Welcome to Askennonia's weekly Eblast. It's a good way to keep current on both Askennonia and general community news. This weekly email is also available on our website and our Facebook page. Feel free to forward this email to friends who might benefit from this information.
If you have questions or need to contact us you may do so on our web site's Contact Us, reply to this email or call 705-526-7609 (once we are back in the office after the Covid-19 pandemic is over).
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CURRENT PROGRAMS
See our growing program list below. The Picnic Pavilion in Little Lake Park is now closed for the season. Our online classes are doing great. Thanks to our volunteers and paid program delivery folks for your dedication and commitment.
Here's an update of our growing FREE Zoom & Outdoor Programming:
Monday – Picnic Pavilion is now closed for the season
Monday – Zoom Meetings
930-1030 Advanced Line Dance with Cathy Barker (starts Mon Nov 16)
10 Adele’s French Class (Last class before Christmas Break is Dec 14 and returning Jan 11 2021)
10 Material Girls Quilting
1 Let’s Write
Tuesday – Zoom Meetings
10 Health Talk Tuesdays
1 Ukulele Beginner Zoom started Sept 15 - see link below .(NO CLASSES DURING DECEMBER)
Tuesday - Outdoor
1:00 Wye Marsh with Blair If it's your first time, reply to this email to register, meet at Wye Marsh parking lot, register at the Wye Marsh Front Desk with your membership card.
Wednesday - Picnic Pavilion is now closed for the season
Still working on what's happening with 1-3 Woodcarving - watch for more details.
Wednesday - Zoom or Facebook Meeting
930 am Facebook Live Chair Yoga (on our Facebook or All Things Danna Facebook)
1:45-3 Art Therapy with Luci & Rhonda new session started Nov 11
7 Bring Your Own Book Club with Midland Public Library (see ad below)
Thursday - Picnic Pavilion is closed for the season
Tai Chi practice & set videos are on our website where you can enjoy them at your leisure. Click HERE .
Thursday – Zoom Meetings
10 Beginner Acrylic Class started Sept 10
10 Beginner Watercolour started Sept 10
1 Ukulele Lessons for more experienced – link below (NO CLASSES DURING DECEMBER)
1 Watercolour for more experienced
230 Acrylics for more experienced
Friday Outdoor
10 am Walking Group at Wye Marsh with Blair. If it's your first time, reply to this email to register, meet at Wye Marsh parking lot, register at the Wye Marsh Front Desk with your membership card.
Friday – Zoom Meetings
1 Ukulele Jammers starting Fri Oct 16
Do you have an idea for a program while the Centre is closed? Let us know and we will work on it with you.All programs are being offered free thanks to a grant we received from the New Horizons for Seniors federal program. It allows us to pay instructors, cover the cost of zoom for volunteers and pay any other incidental fees.
Remember that if you need community assistance, the latest and most complete information is available at 211 (24 hours per day and 7 days per week). The news coverage of the world is upsetting and fluid. If you need to speak with someone, call 211 and let them know you need to speak with a professional. They are there to help. See below for what else they do!
Judy & Blair
Still miss you.
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Be a Santa to a Senior is back, pandemic style!
Askennonia members have supported this programs for 9 years, helping Home Instead Senior Care to make sure that no senior goes without a gift to open Christmas morning. Usually we'd have over 100 tags on our tree, each one with a first name and gift suggestion for a local senior. This year, they have gone virtual.
The virtual Be a Santa to a Senior Program will run from Nov 12 to Dec 12, 2020.
Go to www.beasantatoasenior.com and put in your postal code or city to view local seniors who risk not getting a gift this year. You will then see a suggested gift that can be purchased through Amazon.
How It Works Recognizing the program’s increased importance this year and the need to keep everyone involved safe, Home Instead have collaborated with Amazon Business for the first time to facilitate the purchasing and distribution of gifts on the Wish Lists of local seniors. Shoppers can purchase the gift, include a personal holiday greeting, and have the gift sent directly to the senior.
Thanks for your support!
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LINEDANCING ON ZOOM!
Line dancing with Cathy Monday and Wednesday mornings at 9:30 am!!
Zoom will open at 9:15 for for social time.
Topic: Line Dancing with Cathy
Time: Mondays and Wednesdays starting Nov 16, 9:30 AM
Click on the link below to join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89371332026?pwd=VHJCWFZDMXNncTUvUUxPT1pKbTFkZz09
Meeting ID: 893 7133 2026
Passcode: 151616
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HEALTH SERIES WITH CHANTEL COWARD
TUESDAY, NOV 24 AT 10 AM
ALL WELCOME
New drop-ins are welcome to attend our fourth session with Chantel. These one-hour zoom meetings have been wonderful opportunities to find ways to deal with social and medical impacts of the pandemic, strategies to improve sleep, reduce SADS, and just to live a happier life. Drop-in if you are interested. Chantel helps all ages live happier, healthier, and more productive lives.
At the end of the presentation, Blair uses a computer programs that randomly selects one attendee to win a $50 gift card from Maurice ValuMart per week. Ruth Jeannotte, Kim Dusome and Lydia Ehmcke have won gift cards so far. Will you win the next one?
Chantel will be back Tues Nov 24 @ 10. All welcome.
HERE'S THE ZOOM LINK
Topic: Chantel Health Talks
Time: Nov 24, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Time
Join Zoom Meeting - Click on this link just before 10 am.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89788476662?pwd=SlhXelpqcW5mWFdRWjNqcUJ1SFAvUT09
Meeting ID: 897 8847 6662
Passcode: 997798
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TUESDAY HEALTH TALKS
10 AM ON ZOOM
Tuesday Dec 1st What is arthritis and what can I do?
Active discussion including pain management strategies with Ingrid Beam.
Tuesday Dec 8th Hearing and overall health.
The link between our ears, dementia, diabetes, and increased risk of falling with Nancy at Hear Well Be Well
Tuesday Jan 5th Staying Active with Arthritic hips and knees.
Interactive movement and strategies to keep you moving and footwear review with Ingrid Beam.
Tuesday Jan 19th Tinnitus!
Red flags with ringing in our ears and how to find relief with Nancy at Hear Well Be Well.
Tuesday Feb 2nd Hands- Practical Solutions and Tools to keep your Grip.
Review of adaptive tools and some hand flossing exercises too with Ingrid Beam.
Tuesday, Feb 9th Masks and Hearing Aids.
Tips, tricks, and best practices with Nancy at Hear Well Be Well.
Tuesday March 2nd Spine- How does my posture relate to my pain?
Discussion of sleeping, sitting and standing postures and role of furniture with Ingrid Beam.
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FRAUD PREVENTION ZOOM
THURS DEC 3 10:30-11:30 AM
Protect Your Money
Learn how to protect yourself from fraud and make more informed financial decisions. Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) staff will provide information about:
- frauds and scams including COVID-19 related frauds
- how to protect yourself from fraud
- available resources
ZOOM LINK WILL BE INCLUDED IN NEXT WEEK'S EBLAST.
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2020 RENEWALS AND NEW MEMBER REGISTRATION
2120 RENEWALS WILL BE ACCEPTED ONCE WE OPEN.
The Board of Directors has decided to extend the membership of all existing 2020 paid up members until the Centre is able to safely open. This will be sometime after the new year. At that time the Board will determine the renewal price.
We have had many enquiries from people wanting to join as new members. New memberships paid now will cover 2020 and all of 2021. People are interested in the virtual, outdoor and Wye Marsh programs. The cost will be $50.
At this point, the only way we can safely accept payment is by cheque via mail. If you print off the registration form above or access it on our website and mail it to us, we will register you, make your membership card and mail it back to you. You need the card to show at Wye Marsh and any other opportunities we are able to line up for you.
We would appreciate if existing 2020 members wait until we reopen or have an online solution to renew. We'll provide updates as soon as they become available.
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TRY ANY OF THESE FREE OF CHARGE! These days, the more opportunities to access online programs to exercise your body, mind and spirit, the better! We have purchased a 3 month licence for our members to try a variety of daily online programs. "Art Your Service" offers 10 weekly one hour classes on Zoom; one in the morning at 10 am and one in the afternoon. They are all designed for older adults and hope to add a little music, art, exercise, laughter and learning into your day. If you or someone you know would like to try out Art Your Service, you simply email the owner, Jen Tindall at jen@artyourservice.org .(Click on the email or, you can reply to this email and I'll forward your info to Jen.) You will receive an email every morning reminding you of the day's programs with the link to the zoom classes. You can chose whether to attend or not. You can also cancel your 'subscription' at any time. Have a look and see if anything tickles your fancy. Give it a try! It's not going to cost you anything!
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WYE MARSH NEWS!
Lots of our members are enjoying walks at the Wye Marsh. They are having fun with the chickadees, chipmunks, squirrels and swans! See all our pictures on Facebook, by clicking HERE. We visited the birds of prey, the swans, the boardwalk and look-out over the marsh.
Our next outing is planned for Tuesday Nov 24 at 1:00 with Blair and Friday, Nov 27 at 10 am, when we will again meet up with Midland Ganaraska Hiking Club leaders Frieda and Marilyn for a guided hike. We ask that people meet in the parking lot, assemble in groups of 9 to enter the Visitor Centre showing your Askennonia ID, that one person from each group provide his or her name at Wye Marsh reception and that you tour the trails as a group. We ask that groups leave ten minutes between entrances. Once everyone is comfortable with the trails, it would be better if people made their own small groups, as large groups are difficult for Wye Marsh.
We will continue with social walks and try to build in some fun add-ons over the winter. Due to the nature of the activity, once we enter the Marsh, participants are aksed to use the buddy system and will be responsible for letting themselves out. This is restricted to paid members of Askennonia with cards.
We are looking into several new programs that will allow members to stay socially and physically active. If you have any ideas, please reply to this email. Let us know what you think.
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Get going with Danna!!
Wed 930 am Facebook Live Chair Yoga (on our Facebook or All Things Danna Facebook)
It’s Danna Montgomery, our fantastic fitness instructor! Danna offers Zumba, Chair Yoga, gentle floor Yoga, Hustle Muscle and Vinyasa Flow. Search All Things Danna on Facebook and join her page. That's where you will see the recorded and live videos and where Danna will post other information.
Have a lovely weekend...enjoy the sun! 🙏 🥰 💕
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UKE LESSONS WITH STEVE PASKIN!
Steve will not be available during December, but he does offer Askennonia uke players a 10 % discount on a new uke for yourself or a friend. Steve also takes trade-ins if you have Ukeitis!
Steve Paskin will be back in January with Beginner Ukulele Lessons at 1 pm Tues and more advanced on Thurs at 1 pm. These free classes are thanks to a New Horizons for Seniors Grant!
New students should register with your name, phone number and the programs you would like to register for by replying to this email. It’s great fun and easy to learn.
Topic: Tuesday Beginner Ukulele with Steve
Time: Nov 24, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86270476347?pwd=cnB4WTBZVHJxSmlTSTI0T2ZSWWRYdz09
Meeting ID: 862 7047 6347
Passcode: 029308
Topic: Thursday Ukulele with Steve
Time: Nov 26, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82368999916?pwd=ZXJ0T3FFbGQ4dHB3dGFReWgvZVVTUT09
Meeting ID: 823 6899 9916
Passcode: 789002
Ukulele Jam Fri at 1 pm on Zoom!
Come play along, lead, or just listen to the music of our ukulele players! All welcome to attend.
If you have a favorite song you would like to lead, send a pdf of the music with the song title in the subject line to Blair by end of Thursday each week. Each person will have 5 minutes or one song per round. A setlist of 10 will be compiled by Blair based on requests. Blair will share the song during the zoom call so that all can play and sing along. If you don't play yet, feel free to join the session and listen/sing along! It's such a fun-loving group. You will enjoy it!
Blair's email is blair.askennonia@gmail.com
Topic: Ukulele Practice with Blair
Time: Nov 27, 2020 01:00 PM
Click on the link below to join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83443417841?pwd=dTYzOUg0cDFJY2MxK01YMTMybUY3UT09
Meeting ID: 834 4341 7841
Passcode: 464375
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The Midland library has Ukuleles available to borrow if you want to try the Ukulele.
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Learn to Needle Felt in 2021!
Hey, we've found someone able to teach Needle Felting over zoom. We will have an introductory session in January to demonstrate this very cool art form. Classes would start early in the new year. Watch this eblast for more details.
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We have distributed 25 free tablets to people who otherwise wouldn't be able to purchase one. We expect good news soon regarding opportunities for more tablets.
Do you know someone who would like to have a tablet to connect with family, friends or Askennonia online programs, but wouldn't be able to purchase one on their own? Here's an application you can copy and paste or just answer all the questions and reply to this email to apply for yourself or a friend.
Name of applicant:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
Are you an Askennonia member? (This is not a prerequisite.)
Do you currently have Wifi?
Our grant priority is to provide tablets to people who wouldn’t be able to purchase one. NEW QUESTIONS Do you currently receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement in addition to Old Age Security. (Proof may be required.)
Do you need assistance with setup? (Some may have family or friends who can help.)
We are hoping to identify folks who otherwise wouldn't be able to stay visually connected. Perhaps they have an older computer without a camera and can't access Zoom or Face time. Maybe their desktop computer isn't handy for communicating. Maybe they wouldn't think of spending money on themselves. We hope to prioritize people who otherwise wouldn't be able to connect. Please share this information.
CHECK OUT OUR NEW "HOW-TO" VIDEOS
Eamonn O'Connell of O'Connell Creative has just finished production of a series of "How to use my tablet" videos. Everyone is welcome to view these videos (over & over). The series includes excellent, user-friendly shorts, covering topics, such as, basic functions of a tablet, email, Facebook & messenger and zoom. You can watch all videos in about 15 minutes or select the one you want to view.
To view the videos on our YouTube channel, CLICK HERE
We would love to hear your feedback! And remember, if you know someone who could benefit from a free tablet, please let them know about this program.
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Register For This Week's Webinars
One-On-One Tech Help |
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Webinar Schedule
4:00 pm Eastern Time
Monday, Nov 23: How to use Therapy Lamps: Register
Tuesday, Nov 24: How to Scan Documents on your phone or tablet: Register
Wednesday, Nov 25: Mindfulness Apps: Register
Thursday, Nov 26, 2:00PM: Thanksgiving Chat (also see below): Register
Friday, Nov 27: Free Video Conference Calling: Register |
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B.Y.O.B (Bring Your Own Book) Club with Midland Public Library
Read a book that fits our theme and join friendly readers to discuss. This program will replace our 'in-person' club until we are able to return to classes safely. Thank you Midland Public Library's Jen!!
Wed. Nov. 25 @ 7pm – A non-fiction book
Email jpaquette@midlandlibrary.com to register and receive the Zoom meeting link.
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FOOT CLINIC NEWS
Are your toes needing a little TLC? Although Julie can't meet you at the Centre, she's making HOUSE CALLS! She knows exactly how to do it safely and is certified to care for people with diabetes or other health concerns.
If you would like to connect with Julie Loughran RN, call 705-528-0972 for appointment. (Leave a message if necessary and Julie will get back to you.)
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Above is our screening and waiver and below is our routine for outdoor programs.
Our Protocols for Outdoor Program Delivery (as directed by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit & Town of Midland)
1. We ask that the earlier classes leave the pavilion are upon completion of their class to avoid unmanageable contact during the turn over.
2. You will check-in at a welcome station with your mask on prior to entering the pavilion where staff will be screening volunteers, staff and participants upon arrival everyday they are present for activities. This will involve a verbal question regarding health.
3. Collecting a name and number for potential contact tracing - pls know your phone # – list can be destroyed after 30 days
4. Posting signage for hand hygiene, physical distancing,
5. Having enough staff or volunteers to control crowd and carry out duties/reminders of physical distancing.
6. Ensure people are keeping at least 2m distance from each other at all times even if they are wearing a mask.
7. All participants will be required to sign a waiver (above), to release, indemnify and hold harmless Askennonia Senior Centre including its directors, administrators, employees.
NOTE: If more people arrive than can be socially distanced, last to arrive will not be permitted to attend.
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NEW COVID-19 ASSESSMENT CENTRE IN MIDLAND
Effective Friday, August 28 the Midland COVID-19 Assessment Centre will be moving from its current location at 845 King Street, Midland, to its new location at 1156 St. Andrews Drive, Midland. The new Assessment Centre is located in the clinic building in the Georgian Bay General Hospital’s (GBGH) Midland site parking lot.
Appointments for swabbing can be booked via phone by calling 705-529-1025. The call center scheduling appointments are open seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. More info in Link HERE
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WHAT HAPPENS AT THE ASSESSMENT CENTRE?
You will be assessed by a nurse who will make a clinical determination if a test is required. If a test is required, you will be swabbed and the sample sent for processing. You will then be given instructions on how to self-isolate at home.
HOW WILL I FIND OUT THE RESULTS?
Public Health will contact you to inform you of the result and provide any other necessary information if you test positive.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO GET THE RESULTS?
This will vary depending on the number of tests being performed. You will be advised to remain at home in self-isolation pending the results of your test. Regardless of the results, you must self-isolate at home.
For general questions, do not call or go to the COVID-19 assessment centre. Instead, call the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit at 705-721-7520 or 1-888-225-7851.
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Our friends at CSOLVE (local computer experts) will provide support to our members for the purpose of assisting with the creation and setup of computer tools and applications that will enable you to attend our programs electronically or connect with others. (Primarily with Zoom program.) CSOLVE is offering this service to our members at no charge from now until May 31 (or beyond at CSOLVE's discretion). THANKS CSOLVE!
If you are a member who needs help getting connected, on Facebook - hit the blue Send Message button at the top of our page or reply to our Eblast or message us through our website and Blair or Judy will forward your information to CSOLVE with your information. This applies to people who are delivering programs and want to understand the program better.
In your message to us, be sure to include the following:
Name, Phone Number, Email Address, Description of what you need help with, Best time contact you (between 8 am to 5 pm, Tues to Fri). They will then contact you.
Please note that this free service will be performed on a ‘best effort’ basis with the understanding that CSOLVE’s contracted clients will take priority.
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Living your Best Life with Arthritis!
LIVE and ONLINE
Thursday, December 3 at 7:30 PM
Are you having trouble getting out of a chair or walking up the stairs in your home? Are pain and stiffness in your joints limiting your ability to do the things you want to do?
If you answered yes, to either of these questions, you will be interested in the next “Our Health” event where our panel of experts will show you how to manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life through therapeutic exercise, physical activity and joint replacement surgery.
Osteoarthritis (OA) affects one in six Canadians. It is a chronic disease which causes pain, stiffness, swelling and decreased movement in the hips, knees, fingers, toes or spine resulting from the body’s failed attempt to repair damaged joint tissue.
This event will be broadcast LIVE at 7:30 PM on December 3, 2020 and will be available on Rogers tv channel 53 (Midland, Tay and Penetanguishene only). For those with smart phones, tablets or computers with a Wi-Fi connection, you can view online at www.rogerstv.com/midland. Click on the "watch now window" on the left-hand side of the screen. This link works from anywhere in the world and does not require a Rogers subscription to access.
Because the MCC is currently closed, no registration is required.
Previous our health videos are available on demand here.
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Erika Rice from the Alzheimer Society is happy to do virtual information sessions for our membership. If this is something you are interested in, please contact Erika at erice@alzheimersociety.ca ,
Here are some popular topics for a 1-hour information session:
- Normal aging vs. not normal aging
- Maximizing you brain health
- What is dementia?
- Dementia Friendly Communities – How can you support friends and neighbours with dementia?
- Living safely with dementia
- Enhancing communication with people living with dementia
Click HERE for information on all the programs that Alzheimer Society has to offer. If you have a topic in mind that is not listed above, Erica would be happy to tailor a session to your needs.
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REMINDER FROM VALUMART, DOWNTOWN MIDLAND
It's safest to stay at home! Let us bring your groceries to you!
100% free service!
Deliveries Monday to Saturday, everywhere from Cedar Point to Wyevale to Port Severn!
Email us your list at valumartdelivery@yahoo.ca
or call us at 705-526-5140. Credit card payment only.
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Our friends from the Canadian Red Cross wanted you to know that even though the Red Cross Transportation service is currently on hold, they are still able to provide Hot and Frozen Meals on Wheels to seniors or persons with disabilities. They are also doing Telephone Assurance calls to anyone who is feeling isolated or alone. If you would like more information, please contact them at 705-721-3313 ext 5266.
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SUPPORT FOR YOU
We understand that this is a difficult time for many as the world around us is changing due to COVID-19. Whether you are looking for support or know someone who is, below is a list of services available.
Offering support by telephone (2-1-1), email or live chat from their website. Please call or email if you are unable to access needed supplies or services.
- 211 Ontario can help you find grocery stores and pharmacies that are open and offering delivery service, as well as programs and services in your community that may be helpful to you during these trying times.
- 211 exists to connect people to urgent needs and essential services.
- 211 is multilingual and operates 24/7.
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