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    • 9 Jun 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    • Zoom - Please click on presentation title to register


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    Presented by: Sharon Anderson

    Family caregivers are the backbone of community care, yet too often they navigate complex responsibilities with limited support. Adult Day Programs offer something powerful: a place where older adults can engage, connect, and thrive, while caregivers gain essential respite and reassurance.

    This presentation takes a celebratory and practical look at the role of Adult Day Programs in supporting both clients and caregivers. Drawing on research, including Gitlin’s Adult Day Services Plus (ADS Plus) model, we will explore how embedding caregiver support into day programs can improve caregiver well-being, increase confidence in managing care, and even help delay transitions to long-term care .

    Together, we will highlight how Adult Day Programs are more than a service, they are a cornerstone of helping people age in the right place, strengthening families, and building more compassionate, community-based systems of care.

    By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

    1. Recognize the essential role of family caregivers in supporting older adults living in the community and the challenges they experience.
    2. Describe the value of Adult Day Programs in enhancing quality of life for clients while providing meaningful respite and support for caregivers.
    3. Understand evidence-based approaches, including Gitlin’s Adult Day Services Plus (ADS Plus) model, that embed caregiver support within day programs.
    4. Identify practical strategies for strengthening caregiver support within Adult Day Programs to promote aging in the right place.
    5. Reflect on opportunities to celebrate and elevate the role of Adult Day Programs within an integrated, community-based system of care.

    Disclaimer:

    Please note that registration for this online presentation will close the day before at 3:00 p.m. If you are unable to attend the live session, don’t worry — the presentation will be available to watch online for the following two weeks on our YouTube channel “Unison for Generations 50+.


    • 18 Jun 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Zoom - Please click on presentation title to register


    Presented by: David, Mary, Martin, Christina

    We are pleased to welcome back our creative writing participants for this ongoing webinar series, where our guest hosts will guide discussions on storytelling, reflection, and personal expression—supporting creativity for writers of all levels.

    This inspiring series invites participants to explore the craft of writing through meaningful activities, thoughtful guidance, and shared perspectives. Drawing on rich life experiences and diverse viewpoints, attendees will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of narrative techniques, discover their unique voice, and engage in interactive writing exercises. Whether you are an experienced writer or just starting your journey, this series is designed to nurture your creativity and inspire your continued growth as a writer.

    Meet the Presenters:

    Mary Ndlovu

    Mary spent fifty years in Zambia and Zimbabwe raising a family, training teachers for the post-Independence expansion of education, and working for democracy and human rights. She is now trying to understand why all the idealism and goodwill for making a better world have been replaced by hatred and greed.

    Christina Poniecki

    Christina worked and travelled in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and North America in the 1970s. She was looking for a deep understanding of herself and humanity in general. Now she continues her learning with inner exploration.

    Martin J.P. Wilkins

    Martin has spent the first part of his career in the management of airlines and is still active in consulting to business corporations and is currently authoring a book on accessing the C suite. However, he still finds time to be a passionate advocate for the interests of older adults and is on the Board of Active Aging Canada, Older Adult Advisory Table with the City of Calgary, Clearwater Academy and the board of Lunchbox Theatre.

    David B. Phillips

    David has led an interesting life in various countries and travelled widely but he has always sought to draw meaning and wisdom from those experiences. Now he is trying to pass on those lessons learned.

    Disclaimer:
    Please note that registration for this online presentation will close the day before at 3:00 p.m. If you are unable to attend the live session, don’t worry — the presentation will be available to watch online for the following two weeks on our YouTube channel “Unison for Generations 50+.

    • 19 Jun 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Zoom - Please click on presentation title to register

    Presented by: Corinne Spronken (Registered Social Worker and Education Consultant, Assisted Living Alberta)

    Join us for the last of our live, interactive four-part online series where we’ll explore important aspects of palliative care together—not as a webinar, but as a collaborative session where everyone can participate.

    These sessions are designed to be interactive and engaging. Due to the sensitive nature of the topics and the interactive format, they will not be recorded or posted on Unison's YouTube page. Attendance at each session is not mandatory—please feel free to join one, two, or all sessions according to your interest. We warmly welcome your participation and encourage you to join us to learn and engage.

    Disclaimer:
    Please note that registration for this online presentation will close the day before at 3:00 p.m. If you are unable to attend the live session, don’t worry — the presentation will be available to watch online for the following two weeks on our YouTube channel “Unison for Generations 50+.

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