CONFERENCE 2018
was held May 16 & 17, 2018
Michelle Porter
Director of Centre on Aging
University of Manitoba
Re-framing Aging – MIchelle addressed the surprising ways that others interpret our words and help us find new ways to get the message across.
Isobel Mackenzie
(Seniors Advocate BC)
Isobel addressed Ageism in the Medical System.
Other topics that were addressed are:
Media and Ageism
Recognizing our own Ageism
Personal Experiences of Aging – an amazing variety
How do WE move beyond Ageism
Purpose:
1. Become aware of the different aspects of ageism in our society
2. Consider how ageism effects older adults
3. Explain how ageist attitudes are communicated
4. Consider strategies to move beyond ageism to Age Is – positive images of aging
Highlights
Strategizing for Positive Aging in Saskatchewan
SSM Viewpoint - Can the Pandemic Lead to a Systemic Fix?
Age-Friendly Saskatchewan Newsletters
Recent Age-Friendly Newsletters are posted here - click on link below.
Celebrating Seniors
Update on plans for 2020-21 Volunteer Awards Banquet
SSM News
INFORMATION SHEET – GROCERIES
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INFORMATION SHEET – 5 WAYS TO PHYSICALLY DISTANCE
Download this information sheet by clicking the link below. Info Sheet 1 - Physical Distance
INFORMATION SHEET – USING NON-MEDICAL FACE MASKS
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