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The Good Companions
Seniors’ Centre
Spring 2015 Bulletin
Inside this issue:
•Spring Program Registration
•Community Support Services
•New Volunteer Opportunities
•In-house Services Updates
•Diamond Jubilee
•Vintage and Vibrant Luncheon
670 Albert Street
Ottawa, ON K1R 6L2
OC Transpo routes to
The Good Companions:
Tel.: 613-236-0428
Fax: 613-230-2095
8, 16, 41, 85, 86, 87, 94,
95, 96, 97, 98, 99
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
www.thegoodcompanions.ca
[email protected]
Charitable Registration No.
11894 1152 RR0001
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*
Call for Donations
Our craft studio is looking for donations of
cotton fabric to make beautiful quilted
projects.
Help our quilters by donating your 100%
cotton fabric!
Donations can be dropped off at
Front Reception.
Mother’s Day
Craft Studio Sale
Tuesday May 5th - Thursday May 7th
10:00am - 2:00pm
Spring Program Registration and Membership Renewal
Registration for Spring Programs and Membership Renewal will take place on Tuesday April 7th,
Wednesday April 8th and Thursday April 9th in Rooms 142/147. 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 April 7th, 8th & 9th!
Fitness Corner
by: Penny Durocher
Are you drinking enough water?
There are many reasons why you should be:
ATTENTION!
Tai Chi and Qigong Exercise Class
With Instructors Andrew Chan and Lau Ching Yee
Qigong Exercise is based on a discipline of exercise that has its origin traced back a
thousand years. It is interesting to note that drawings of figures performing the Qigong
exercise (Eight Segments of Treasure), were found by the Chinese in an ancient grave.
This form of exercise is especially suitable for seniors and is very popular in China.
It is a series of gentle stretching and movements and is very easy to learn.
Put a little ‘Spring’ in your step, by joining a Physical Activity
or Dance class at The Good Companions!
The Good Companions can help you keep physically active this Spring in a
fun and friendly facility. We offer many Fitness and
Recreational Dance Classes taught by certified fitness and dance
professionals at very reasonable rates.
Please refer to your Spring Program Guide 2015 for more details.
“The Secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat
slowly, and lie about your age.”
- Lucille Ball
Introducing Valerie Hayes as our new (temporary)
Volunteer/Membership Coordinator. Welcome to
The Good Companions!
Volunteer Corner
Volunteer Services
613-236-0428 x 2230
Volunteer Training: Transgender Awareness
[email protected]
www.thegoodcompanions.ca/get-involved/volunteer Lecture by Joanne Law
Tuesday, May 26 2015, 10:30am-11:30am
Volunteer Vacancies:
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Friendly Visitors/Callers
Grocery Shopping Program
Volunteer Drivers
Clergy Volunteers
Day Program Volunteers
Craft Instructors
Bridge Instructor
Dining Room/Food Volunteers
Committee Members
TGC Ambassadors
We are very honoured to have the opportunity to learn from
one of Canada’s foremost leaders on Transgender
Awareness and Issues. Joanne Law has travelled the world
speaking to small and large audiences, dignitaries, police
officers and even the United Nations, educating, training
and bringing awareness to transgender issues. She has
been featured on television, radio and media print with the
effort to “Make Gender Identity and Gender Expression a
Human Right.”
Volunteer Recognition Event •1955 TGC Yearbook!
Friday, April 17th 2015 • 11:30-1:30pm • Registration opens at 10:30am
Join us for our annual volunteer recognition party including
entertainment and a complimentary lunch. Years of Service awards
will be handed out to our long-time volunteers. This is an invitationonly event. So dig out your letterman jackets, poodle skirts and
saddle/dancing shoes and join us in this celebration!
Volunteer Profiles
In order to showcase some of our existing volunteers and help you get to know what they are up to at the
Centre, Volunteer Services has implemented a “Monthly Volunteer Profile” section in the first floor hallway,
just outside of the Volunteer Lounge.
Each month, a volunteer from the Day Centre (which includes Food Services and Admin volunteers) 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 a free lunch voucher to our dining room. On the first of the month,
two names are randomly selected by the Volunteer Services Coordinator to be featured for the following
month. As long as the individual is an active volunteer, they will automatically be entered in the draw.
Winners will be notified in order to consent to being featured in the hallway as well as the next bulletin.
Volunteers may only be featured once per year.
Congratulations to our winners this winter!
December
Susan Barker:
•Wood Working
•Production
Volunteer
Dick Mabee:
•Transportation to
Medical Appointments
Driver
January
Sharon Fry:
Brian Robillard:
•Friendly Visitor
•Knitting & Crocheting
Production Volunteer
February
Diana Jordan:
Karim Ghaltaee
•Friendly Visiting •Adult Day
& Handy Helper
Program
Membership Renewal Reminder
Our Annual membership period runs from April 1st to
March 31st, and it is time to renew your membership for
2015/2016! The current fee is $35.50 (HST included).
You can renew in person at Front Reception (cash, cheque, credit
card and debit are accepted), over the phone by credit card, or by
mail in a cheque payable to “The Good Companions” (please indicate on the cheque that you are
paying 2015/2016 membership fees).
With your membership renewal, you will continue to receive quarterly bulletins which highlight the
upcoming programs and activities, as well as an invitation to our birthday party (for your birthday
month). We hope you enjoy receiving the calendars & program guides and are considering joining our
programs and activities. If you would like to receive your bulletin electronically, please visit our website
at www.thegoodcompanions.ca to download it.
If you are considering not renewing your membership this year for reasons such as financial
hardship, transportation problems, health reasons or program/service issues, please let us know by
calling our Membership Coordinator at 613-236-0428 Ext 2230. We are always looking for ways to
improve and better serve our members and your input is greatly appreciated.
We look forward to your continued support!
Members Meeting
When: Tues, March 3 2015
Where: Room 142/147
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Refreshments will be served.
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The Good Companions will be offering a new service beginning April 1st. Our
“Centre Without Walls” will offer select programs, services and activities to
Ottawa’s low income and/or isolated seniors and seniors with physical
disabilities over the telephone. Please watch for a complete schedule of
sessions, as well as how it works and how to register, in our next Bulletin.
Rachel Sokolsky, our current Volunteer &
Membership Coordinator will be taking on the
Coordinator role for this new pilot project.
Mark your calendars…
•Walk of Ages 2015
May 16th at 10:00am
•Christmas in July Bazaar and Craft Studio Sale
July 7th, 8th, 9th from 10:00am to 2:00pm; July 10th from 10am to 12pm
•Christmas in July Lunch
July 10th 12pm
•Summer Program Registration
June 23rd, 24th, 25th from 10am to 2pm
In Remembrance
Healthy Living Group
With fondness, we remember our
members, volunteers and clients who have
passed on:
Harriet Algarotti
Margaret Brock
Lois Bruce
Ben Goodman
Bennie Goodz
Alison Hornsby
Genevieve Laidlaw
Georgette Lewanowicz
Norma McNamee
Evelyn Noonan
Hilary Pinto
Louise Tanner
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. Please register for this program during
Program Registration. For more information, please
contact Ana Valença, Rm 150, Ext 2150.
The third Thursday of each month, 10:00am-11:30am.
Next meetings: March 19, April 16, May 21
The Good Companions will be organizing Free
Income Tax Clinics by appointment only for
individuals on a restricted income. For more
information and to book an appointment with an accountant, please
call 613-231-6992 starting the third week of February.
Angel Tree - Boys and
Girls Club of Ottawa
You did it again! The Good
Companions was able to help
The Boys and Girls Club of
Ottawa provide an
unforgettable party
last Christmas. We
couldn’t do this
without your help Thank you!
Repeat
Performance
Be sure to stop by and check out
our selection of gently used
clothing and handcrafted items.
Come in and support your
Centre!
Open Monday-Friday
10am-2pm, subject to
volunteer availability.
Spring Sale: April 7th, 8th
and 9th
Friday at the Movies
Cost: $1 per person. Movies begin at 1 p.m. 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.
Welcome
to
During Program
Registration:
Clothing and
accessories are
50% off!
Are you aware of the Repeat Performance Loyalty Card?
Check it out and take advantage of it: A reward program for
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our very own store! For each $2.00 purchased, receive a
W
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stamp
on your Loyalty Card. After completing your 10 (ten)
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stamps, you are eligible to exchange it for a 50% discount on
your next purchase.
See store for more details or ask Ana Valença in Room 150!
Community Support Services
Thank you so much to all who
participated in our Community
Support Services Client
Satisfaction Survey 2015. Watch
this space in the next issue of
TGC’s Bulletin for the results!
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.
Spring is a “time of renewal!” Do you need to
connect with new friends?
A key factor to healthy aging is staying connected to
others. Community Support Services has a number of
great programs that help you to meet new friends both out
in the community and in your home.
Telephone Assurance Program (TAP)
Would you like to receive a friendly telephone call on a daily or
occasional basis from a kind, caring, screened volunteer who
is eager to chat with you? You can benefit from the social
interaction and the security and assurance of being connected
to a responsible agency.
Want your phone to ring? Let us know.
Call 613-236-0428 Ext 2235
Our friendly Handy Helper Volunteers perform small, helpful tasks
in your home. Let us know if our volunteers can help.
Call 613-236-0428 Ext 2235
Come Grocery Shop With Us!
Join one of our grocery shopping trips! It is a door-to-door
service and a great opportunity to get out of the house, shop,
meet friends and enjoy some refreshments together. Ask us
about the shopping bus or van available in your area.
Call 613-236-0428 Ext 2250
We would like to thank our wonderful 3rd year BSW
students from Carleton University, Abir Gebara and
Emily King for their amazing help over the last 6 months.
Good luck to you both in your future as Social Workers!
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. All appointments are booked at Front Reception
unless otherwise noted.
($) = 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 ($) - Provided by The Perfect Smile
High quality, accessible and affordable oral healthcare services designed to keep
your teeth and gums healthy and your smile bright! Preventative services include
oral assessment, teeth cleaning, desensitization, fluoride treatment and sealant
application. Referral to a dentist or specialist is provided as needed. Prices vary
according to treatment and will be determined during your assessment. Provided
by Rosemary Vaillant, Registered Dental Hygienist. Room 243A by the Hair Salon
Upcoming Clinics: March 5th, April 2nd, May 7th
Esthetic Services ($):
Book an appointment today and enjoy the services of our Esthetician Margarette
Aubry. Services include manicure, pedicure, facial, arm and leg waxing, eyebrow,
electrolyse and reflexology. Room 243A by the Hair Salon.
Esthetician will be available: March 2nd, April 13th, May 4th
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 $20 for
non-members per 20 minute appointment. First time clients must book two
consecutive 20 minute appointments to allow time for assessment.
Upcoming Clinics: March 4th,10th,18th, 24th, 30th; April 8th, 14th, 22nd,
27th; May 6th, 11th, 19th, 25th. Room 243A by the Hair Salon.
Foot Care Cancellation Policy
Clients must cancel at least three full working days before their appointment. Clients who fail to
respect this cancellation policy are responsible for paying for their missed appointments and they
will not be permitted to book additional appointments until payment is received.
Denture Clinic ($)
Book a 20 minute consultation and complete examination with Sergey Haletski,
DD for only $20 for members and $22 for non-members. Appointments are
available every three months between 1 & 3pm. This appointment includes
assessment of the appliance and oral tissues, a treatment plan, and a denture kit.
Please note that your appointment fee will be credited towards future services if
they are provided within 3 months of the initial appointment. Room 243A by the
Hair Salon. Upcoming Clinic: Tuesday, March 3rd
In-House Services
by: Ana Valença
Legal Services ($)
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: March 2nd, April 13th, May 4th
Hearing Health Clinic (FREE) - Members Only– NEW Sponsor
Advanced Hearing Group
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 Clinics: March 11th, May 20th
Walker, Wheelchair & Cane Repair (FREE) - Members Only
Sponsored 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.
Upcoming Clinics: March 19th; May 20th
Ottawa Public Health - Fall Prevention Screening Information Table Drop-in and Lectures:
Ottawa Public Health (OPH) provides public health programs and services to
individuals and communities while advocating for public policies that make our
city and its residents healthier. Ottawa Public Health nurses deliver group
education sessions to engage older adults in adopting healthy behaviours and to
reduce their risk of falls. We are fortunate to have a nurse from OPH regularly in
our centre. Take advantage of this service. Invite a friend!
Lecture: Wednesday, May 27th - Mission Healthy Bones, 10:30am-11:30am
Free OC Transpo ride for seniors!
Upcoming Information Table: Wednesday, June 24th, 10:00am-12:00pm
Free OC Transpo ride for seniors!
Final Planning Answer Desk
Attention Members and Clients, have an industry professional answer all your
questions about funeral and cemetery planning, wills, power of attorney,
cremation and scattering. Brochures, pamphlets, legal will kits and family
registries available. James Gregory will be here to answer your questions every
fourth Friday of each month, same day as Birthday Parties, from 11am to 1pm.
Private appointments and tours available on request.
Upcoming information sessions (drop in service): March 27th, April 24th,
May 22nd
As a courtesy, please call to cancel any appointment you know you’re unable to attend.
March 2015
MONDAY
2
Spaghetti and
Meatballs
Esthetic
Services
Legal
Services
9
Liver and Onions
TUESDAY
3
Stuffed Fish
WEDNESDAY
4
Pork Chop with
Hunter Sauce
Seniors and Fraud
Prevention
Denture 10:30am-11:30M
Rm 142/137
Clinic
Chicken Pot Pie
5
Chicken Wings
Medium
Dental Hygiene
Clinic
Members Meeting
1pm-2pm
Rm 142/147
10
THURSDAY
Foot Care
11
Pizza and Salad
Hearing Clinic
12
Hungarian Goulash
Income Tax Clinic
Rm 112
6pm-9pm
(Appointment Only)
Foot Care
Hair Care
Lemon Sole
17
Pork Stroganoff
18
Shepherd’s Pie
Shamrock Tea
(Tickets Required)
19
Farmer Sausage
24
Italian Meatloaf
25
Ham and Broccoli
Quiche
Foot Care
Turkey Tetrazzini
Walker Clinic
Foot Care
23
Hair Care
26
Chicken Fricassee
Anal Cancer &
Papillomavirus:
Screening, Treatment
and Vaccination
10:00am-11:00am
Rm 019
Hair Care
30
Steak and
Kidney Pie
Foot Care
31
Cannelloni
Day Trip
Sugar Bush (St. Eustache)
9:00-5:30PM
FREE Lunch and Learn
Session:
Reversing Naturopathy
12:30pm-1:30pm
Rm TBA
6
Baked Ham
International Women’s
Day Celebration
11:00am
Movie 1pm
“Penelope”
(G)
Hair Care
Hair Care
TGC Health Fair
9:00am-2:30pm
Dining Room
16
FRIDAY
Lunch is
served daily
from
11:30am to
1:00pm
Please
contact Front
Reception to
book any
appointments
13
(Alternate Dining
Room 142/147)
Chinese Spring Festival
12pm
(Tickets Required)
Movie 1pm
“Grown Ups 2”
(G)
Hair Care
20
Roast Pork Loin
Vintage and Vibrant
Luncheon at the
Château Laurier
Movie 1pm
“The Zookeeper”
(G)
Hair Care
27
Roast Lamb
Birthday Party
1:15pm
Final Planning
Answer Desk
Hair Care
Movie 1pm
“The Ugly
Truth”
(PG13)
March Events
Don’t Forget!
Early bird membership renewal will be
offered from March 2nd to 31st. Renew
your membership at this time and you
will be eligible to win a wonderful gift
basket!
Members Meeting
Come attend the Members Meeting Tuesday,
March 3, 2015 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
in Room 142/147
Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminars
Seniors and Fraud Prevention
Presented by Angela Dzinas
Tuesday, March 3rd
10:30am-11:30am
Room 142/147 (Across from the Dining Room)
When it comes to financial crime and fraud, seniors are one of
the most targeted groups. We will show you tips on how to
prevent fraud and what steps to take if you become a victim of
fraud.
International Women’s Day Celebration
Friday, March 6
11:00am
The Good Companions will be celebrating
International Women’s Day by offering a
presentation by guest speaker, CTV Morning
Live Host - Lianne Laing. Lianne is involved with a variety of
local charities, and is a strong advocate of healthy living.
Please join us for this free and informative discussion!
Chinese Spring Festival
(licensed event with a cash bar)
Friday, March 13th
Cost: $10
12pm Lunch
Menu: Won Ton Soup, Sweet
and Sour Chicken Balls, Mushroom Fried
Rice, Pork Egg Foo Young, Egg Roll,
Mandarin Orange Cake, Coffee and Tea.
1pm
Various cultural entertainment
will be provided by the
Overseas Seniors Coalition.
Deadline for ticket purchase is March 11 by 3pm.
All seminars are free of
charge. Members and
non-members are
welcome and encouraged
to attend. Space is
limited. Please register at
Front Reception or call
613-236-0428.
Shamrock Tea
Wednesday, March 18th
1pm
Cost: $5
Entertainment will be provided by the
talented dancers from the Trillium Academy of
Irish Dance.
The dessert will feature Chocolate Orange Guinness Cake,
Coffee and Tea.
Deadline for ticket purchase is March 16 by 3pm.
Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminars
Anal Cancer & Papillomavirus: Screening, Treatment and
Vaccination
Presented by Helene Hutchings from Anal Cancer
Support Group of Ottawa and Dr. Paul MacPherson, PhD, MD,
FRCPC from Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Thursday, March 26th
10:00am-11:00am
Room 019 ( Lower Level)
While anal cancer is a relatively rare diagnosis in the general
population, men who have sex with men as well as people with
impaired immune function and especially those with HIV
infection are at a much higher risk of developing this type of
cancer. In this presentation, we will discuss the virus associated
with this cancer, how we can screen for and treat pre-cancerous
lesions in the anus, and what we do when there is a diagnosis of
anal cancer.
Birthday Party
Friday, March 27th
1:15pm
Entertainment will be provided by Paddy Stewart.
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.
Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminars
FREE Lunch and Learn Session: Reversing Neuropathy
Provided by Employees Awareness Association
Tuesday, March 31st
12:30pm-1:30pm
Room TBA
Deadline for registration is March 26th
Join us for this informative Lunch and Learn session. A
wellness expert will be presenting this health lecture and
workshop. Be informed about what Neuropathy is; Types,
Causes, Symptoms, Statistics and Treatments of this condition.
Free seminar. Members and non-members are welcome and
encouraged to attend. Please Register at Front Reception.
Sugar Bush (St. Eustache, QC)
Tuesday, March 31st
9:00am-5:30pm
Cost: $60 (non-members pay $10 extra per person)
Includes:
•Motorcoach transportation (depart from and return to TGC) •Taffy on snow (extra $) and tour of the
maple syrup production facility
•Lunch at Cabane á Sucre Constantin
•Chance to visit the gift shop to
•Music and social dancing before and after your meal with
purchase some maple products
J.A. Gamache
April 2015
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
Please contact
Front Reception
to book any
appointments.
Chicken Leg
THURSDAY
2
Alternate Dining
Room
Easter Brunch
(Tickets Required)
Dental Hygiene
Clinic
FRIDAY
3
Centre Closed
for Good
Friday
Hair Care
Hair Care
6
7
Chicken with Pasta
8
Foot Care
10am to 2pm
Oktoberfest
Sausage with
Sauerkraut
14
Esthetic
Services
Veal Parmesan
Pork Chops
Spanish Style
10
Roast Beef
Hair Care
Spring Program Registration
Chicken Drumsticks
15
Seafood Newburg
16
Chicken Breast
Pierre
Ham Steak
17
No Programs or
Services
Volunteer
Recognition Event
Foot Care
21
Hair Care
Room 142/147
Sleep, Stress &
Sickness
1pm-2pm
Rm 019
Legal
Services
20
9
Movie 1pm
“Furry Vengeance”
(G)
Centre Closed
for Easter
13
Cabbage Rolls
Hair Care
22
Straight Talk on
Cemetery Planning
10:30-11:30am
Rm 014
Cossack Chicken
Hair Care
23
Chili Con Carne
24
Roast Pork Loin
Final Planning
Answer Desk
Day Trip
Sugar Bush
(Lanark County)
8:30am-5:00pm
Birthday Party
1:15pm
Hair Care
Foot Care
27
Fish Cakes
28
Cheeseburger Pie
29
Mac & Cheese
Hair Care
30
Beef Stroganoff
Lunch is
served daily
from 11:30am
to 1:00pm
New Member
Orientation
1pm-2pm
Rm 142/147
Foot Care
Movie 1pm
“Here Comes the Boom”
(G)
Hair Care
April Events
Easter Brunch
Thursday, April 2nd
10:30am-12:30pm
Cost: $10
Menu:
Assorted Pastries, Salads,
Scrambled Eggs, Home Fries,
Sausages, Bacon, Chicken with
Pasta, Carved Ham, Vegetables,
Assorted Squares, Carrot Cake,
Coffee and Tea.
Deadline for ticket purchase is March 31 by 3pm.
Spring Program Registration
April 7th, 8th & 9th
10am-2pm
Rooms 142/147
Registration can be done in person or over the
phone (during registration hours by credit card
only). Please see the Spring 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.
Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminars
Sleep, Stress & Sickness
Presented by Dr. Sasha Hamid
Tuesday, April 14th
1pm - 2pm
Room 019 (Lower Level)
Sleep-It’s a basic necessity of life, as
important to our health and wellbeing as air, food and water!
In the past century we have significantly reduced our time for
sleep. Though our society has changed, our brains and
bodies have not. Tired of feeling sick and tired? Join
Dr. Hamid to learn the basics of sleep and how to promote a
healthy lifestyle while catching your Zzzz’s.
Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminars
Straight Talk on Cemetery Planning
Presented by James Gregory
Tuesday, April 21st
10:30am—11:30am
Rm 014 (Lower Level)
This is the second in a series of “Straight Talk” workshops on
final planning. Information on all aspects of cemetery
planning. Cremation versus traditional burial. How many
caskets and urns in one plot? Is scattering of ashes
permitted? Can I sell/buy plots privately? Is an urn required?
What is a rental casket? What is a niche? What kind of costs
can I expect? Should I pre-pay or let my life insurance take
care of things? Practical information that you can use to
make wise decisions. Death is a natural part of life: either
plan for it yourself now, or someone else will have to take
care of things later. How do you want to be remembered?
All seminars are free of charge. Members and non-members
are welcome and encouraged to attend. Space is limited.
Please register at Front Reception or call 613-236-0428.
Sugar Bush (Lanark County)
Wednesday, April 22nd
8:30am-5:00pm
Cost: $45 (non-members pay $10 extra per person)
Includes:
•Motorcoach transportation (depart from and return to TGC)
•Visit to Balderson Village to browse the shops
•Lunch at Wheelers Pancake House and Sugar Camp in
the Maple Syrup Capital of Lanark County. Enjoy a
traditional sugar bush meal and tour the Wheelers Maple
Heritage Museum
•Shopping in the historical town of Perth
Birthday Party
Friday, April 24th
1:15pm
Entertainment will be provided by
The dynamic duo of ‘Just Lloyd
and Lo.’
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.
New Member Orientation
Tuesday, April 28th
1-2pm
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.
Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminars
Making Your Medications Work for You
Presented by Ben Gunter, Bsc. Phm.
Date/Time: TBA - Last week of April
(See wall board on Main Hallway for
updates)
You know you are taking the right medication - your doctor
prescribed it to you. But it can be hard to remember what
each drug is for, when you should take it, and how you
should take it (food X medication). Join Ben Gunter in this
informal and very informative session and learn how to
manage your medication. Ben will lead a very interactive
discussion around how pharmacists can help (including
their expanded scope of practice). A Q&A will be available
during this interactive presentation.
May 2015
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1
Please
contact Front
Reception to
book any
appointments
4
Steak and
Mushroom Pie
Lunch is
served daily
from 11:30am
to 1:00pm
Movie 1pm
“Thelma and Louise”
(PG 14)
Hair Care
5
Fettuccine Alfredo
with Chicken
6
Salisbury Steak
Mother’s Day Tea
1pm
(Tickets Required)
Foot Care
Ham and Potato
au Gratin
8
Movie 1pm
“The Longest Week”
(PG 13)
Hair Care
Hair Care
Craft Studio Sale 10:00am-2:00pm
12
Crab Cake
13
Chicken a la King
Autograph and
Reading Session:
Never Stop
Dreaming
10:30am-11:30am
Rm 142/147
14
Boiled Dinner
15
Spring Fling Dinner
5:45
Spring Fling Dance
7pm
19
Centre Closed
for Victoria
Day
Chicken
Schnitzel
Day Trip
Parc Omega &
Château Montebello
8:30am to 5:00pm
20
Pasta with Meat
Sauce
21
Hair Care
Hamburg Steak
Sole with Leeks
and Tomatoes
Transgender
Educational Lecture
10:30am-11:30am
Rm 142/147
Foot Care
Volunteer Training
10:30am-11:30am
Hair Care
27 Mexican Fiesta Lunch 28
12pm
(Tickets Required)
Caesar Chicken
Wrap
Alternate Dining Room 022/024
Mission Healthy
Bones
10:30am-11:30am
Rm 019
Birthday Party
1:15pm
Movie 1pm
“Alexander and the
Terrible, Horrible,
No Good, Very Bad
Day”
Hair Care
(G)
29
Centre Closed for
All Day Staff
Training and
Development
Hair Care
Ottawa Public Health
Lasagna
Final Planning
Answer Desk
Hearing Clinic
26
22
Walker Clinic
Foot Care
25
Pulled Pork on a
Bun
Breaded Pork
Chops
Movie 1pm
“Lucy”
(PG 13)
Hair Care
18
Roast Turkey
Foot Care
Esthetic
Services
Veal Marsala
7
Dental Hygiene
Clinic
Legal
Services
11
BBQ Chicken Leg
Hair Care
May Events
Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminars
Autograph and Reading Session: Never Stop Dreaming
Presented by Klaus Ruhland, Member of TGC
Tuesday, May 12th
10:30am-11:30am
Room 142/147
(Across from the Dining Area)
“To live a life fully is an act of
courage. To write about it for others to read is an act of
generosity. Klaus Ruhland’s memoir is a brave and big-hearted
gift. His story is one of challenge, transformations and
determination. He takes us from pre-war Germany to cold-war
Canada and beyond. He moves from the personal to the
political with ease. But most of all he reminds his readers that a
mysterious human spirit flickers brightly, even at the most
difficult moments of a life story. This is a book written with
openness and to be read with gratitude.”
Kevin Burns-Ottawa,ON
Please come and celebrate our friend’s special
achievement with us.
Mother’s Day Tea
Monday, May 11th
1pm
Cost: $5
Entertainment will be provided by the musical
group the Four Chords.
The dessert will feature Dark Chocolate Peppermint Patty
Cake, Coffee and Tea.
Deadline for ticket purchase is May 8th by 3pm.
Spring Fling Dinner and Dance
(Licensed event with a cash bar)
Thursday, May 14th
Dinner
Cost: $11
5:45pm
Menu: Mixed Spring
Greens Salad, Chicken Stuffed with
Asparagus and Cheese, Rice Pilaf,
Roasted Vegetables, Strawberry Rhubarb
Crisp, Coffee and Tea.
Deadline for ticket purchase is May 12th by 3pm.
Dance
Cost: $6 Members
$6.50 Non-Members
7-10pm
Featuring Silver Swing Band (Jazz)
Parc Omega & Château Montebello
Tuesday, May 19th
8:30am to 5pm
Cost: $90 (non-members pay $10 extra per person)
Includes:
•Motorcoach transportation (depart from and return to TGC)
•Admission to and driving guided tour of Parc Omega. We will
also have a wagon ride to and a visit of the Old Farm with its
enchanting décor from 1847. The Old Farm has many animals
that you will be able to view and pet
•Buffet lunch at the historic and picturesque Fairmont Château
Montebello
Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminars
How the World Has a Hard Time Changing Brain
Cells: Transgender Educational Lecture
Presented by Joanne Law and Shayne Ivany
Tuesday, May 26th
10:30am-11:30am
Room 142/147 (Across from the Dining Room)
As you all might be aware, The Good Companions is a LGBTQ
friendly/safe environment. Our policy alone is not enough to
create an environment where Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and
Transgender people feel included. We want to help our members,
volunteers and the community to understand and respect sexual
orientation and gender expression. Plan to attend this very
informative and exciting lecture where Joanne and Shayne will
share with us their experiences, bring their expertise and help us
“To Make Gender Identity and Gender Expression a Human Right
and to respect the needs and comfort levels of family and
co-workers.”
Alan P. Sentance Educational Seminars
Mission Healthy Bones
Presented by Ann Nowak
Wednesday, May 27th
10:30am-11:30am
Room 019 (Lower Level)
Join Ann Nowak, renowned Ottawa Public Health
Nurse to discuss everything you need to know
about Calcium and Vitamin D. These minerals
are important for all of us, not just for those with
osteoporosis. The information you learn will help you improve your
food choices related to calcium and vitamin D.
Birthday Party
Friday, May 22nd
1:15 pm
Entertainment will be provided by The Good
Companions Choir, directed by Sandra Dean.
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.
Mexican Fiesta Lunch
(licensed event with a cash bar)
Wednesday, May 27th
Cost: $11
12pm Lunch
Menu: Chicken Tortilla Soup, Beef
Chimichanga with Salsa and Sour Cream,
Mexican Rice, Refriend Beans, Caramel
Cheesecake Flan, Coffee and Tea.
1pm
Entertainment provided by The Good
Companions’ very own Spanish Dancers
and Castanets classes led by Stella Carrillo.
Deadline for ticket purchase is May 25th at 3pm.
All seminars are free of charge.
Members and non-members are
welcome and encouraged to attend.
Space is limited. Please register at
Front Reception or call 613-236-0428.