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Canadian Friends of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, jointly with Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre and Congregation Schara Tzedeck present:
The Max Stern Art Restitution Project: In search of Nazi-looted art.
7:30 p.m. followed by a reception. Free Event. RSVP Required. vanc@cfhu.org 604-257-5133
Opening remarks by Mr. Robert Heffel. Guest Speaker – Prof. Clarence Epstein, Senior Director, Urban and Cultural Affairs, Concordia University; Head of the Max Stern Art Restitution Project.
Are you prepared? For End-of-Life? For Incapacity? For your Future?
What are the key legal documents in BC to plan for incapacity, end-of-life and after death? Who gets copies and where do you register your plans so they are available when needed?
Representation Agreement Presentation- Planning for the Future, Incapacity and End-of-Life Care with Maureen MacDonald.
A will is not enough. We will provide an overview of Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney and Wills. No registration required.
“Help for Seniors” with Representation Agreements and related planning:
A Nidus-trained volunteer will meet with seniors to help them decide about planning for the future. The appointments are 30 minutes and are free. Seniors can book another appointment if needed.
Friday afternoons, 1:00 – 3:30 pm. By appointment only, no drop-ins. Phone South Granville Seniors Centre at 604-732-0812. Ask to make an appointment for Representation Agreements with Maureen.
April 16 through 19th: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm (as group)
Are you a single woman in your 60’s , 70’s+ and realizing you don’t have a plan for your future support and lifestyle and don’t know who to call if you need help?
Are you children concerned for or caring for aging parents? this course will also be of great value to you as well as couples wanting to prepare.
Course attendees will find this information empowering because it arms you with resources and personalized guidelines to help you make well-informed choices.
At this workshop you will have your questions answered to complete your Later Life Planning Guide and All-in-One Personal Resource book.
Workshop Facilitator & Organizer – Barbara Kirby
Barb is a Certified Dementia Practitioner; Seniors Housing Specialist; a Certified Professional Consultant on Aging and recently received her graduate certificate from Royal Roads University in Values Based Leadership.
Register at http://www.seniorsadvocate.ca/bookings/
Location: Rivendell Retreat, Bowen Island, B.C.
Are you prepared? For End-of-Life? For Incapacity? For your Future?
What are the key legal documents in BC to plan for incapacity, end-of-life and after death? Who gets copies and where do you register your plans so they are available when needed?
Representation Agreement Presentation- Planning for the Future, Incapacity and End-of-Life Care with Maureen MacDonald.
A will is not enough. We will provide an overview of Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney and Wills. No registration required.
“Help for Seniors” with Representation Agreements and related planning:
A Nidus-trained volunteer will meet with seniors to help them decide about planning for the future. The appointments are 30 minutes and are free. Seniors can book another appointment if needed.
Friday afternoons, 1:00 – 3:30 pm. By appointment only, no drop-ins. Phone South Granville Seniors Centre at 604-732-0812. Ask to make an appointment for Representation Agreements with Maureen.
Are you prepared? For End-of-Life? For Incapacity? For your Future?
What are the key legal documents in BC to plan for incapacity, end-of-life and after death? Who gets copies and where do you register your plans so they are available when needed?
Representation Agreement Presentation- Planning for the Future, Incapacity and End-of-Life Care with Maureen MacDonald.
A will is not enough. We will provide an overview of Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney and Wills. No registration required.
“Help for Seniors” with Representation Agreements and related planning:
A Nidus-trained volunteer will meet with seniors to help them decide about planning for the future. The appointments are 30 minutes and are free. Seniors can book another appointment if needed.
Friday afternoons, 1:00 – 3:30 pm. By appointment only, no drop-ins. Phone South Granville Seniors Centre at 604-732-0812. Ask to make an appointment for Representation Agreements with Maureen.
Are you prepared? For End-of-Life? For Incapacity? For your Future?
What are the key legal documents in BC to plan for incapacity, end-of-life and after death? Who gets copies and where do you register your plans so they are available when needed?
Representation Agreement Presentation- Planning for the Future, Incapacity and End-of-Life Care with Maureen MacDonald.
A will is not enough. We will provide an overview of Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney and Wills. No registration required.
“Help for Seniors” with Representation Agreements and related planning:
A Nidus-trained volunteer will meet with seniors to help them decide about planning for the future. The appointments are 30 minutes and are free. Seniors can book another appointment if needed.
Friday afternoons, 1:00 – 3:30 pm. By appointment only, no drop-ins. Phone South Granville Seniors Centre at 604-732-0812. Ask to make an appointment for Representation Agreements with Maureen.
Join us, Sunday January 21, 2018, for a presentation by Don Chapman, recipient of the Senate’s new Canada 150 Anniversary Medal for Unsung Heroes and author of The Lost Canadians. Light refreshments will be served.
Over one million people, including Romeo Dalaire, Frank Gehry, Nobel winners Willard Boyle and Saul Bellow, Vancouver war vet Kathleen Freemont, Montreal Rabbi Schneur Rabbin, owe Don Chapman thanks for Bill C-37, which helped people regain the Canadian Citizenship they never knew they lost.
Hosted by: The CHW Book Club (Children Healthcare Women). The book The Lost Canadians will be on sale for $20, or available in advance at the CHW Vancouver Office: 304B- 950 West 41st Avenue.
Discover how easy moving can be with the right help. Colleen Smart, Owner of Daybreak Home Transitions, will walk you through the steps involved in downsizing your home while maintaining what is most important to you.
West Side and East Side Real Estate market Specialist Joanne La Rocque of Dexter Associates Realty will leave you well informed.
Join us at Tapestry at Arbutus Walk for an interactive seminar to learn about downsizing strategies.
RSVP by Tuesday February 13 to 604-736-1640. Space is Limited.
LimmudVan ’18 — Learning, culture and community wherever you are on your Jewish journey, Limmud will take you one step further. $75.00 for Saturday and Sunday. $36.00 for 36 and under.
Weekend Details: This year we will return to the spacious facilities at Beth Israel Synagogue. Our Saturday Night event will shift. Before sunset, we’ll learn from several excellent, diverse presentations. After sunset, we’ll enjoy Havdalah and a joyous reception. We will sell only one weekend ticket, good for both Saturday Night and Sunday.
Child Care available throughout the day.
Saturday Evening: Havdalah and Celebration
Sunday: A Buffet of Unexpected Jewish Learning
More details to follow
LimmudVan ’18 — Learning, culture and community wherever you are on your Jewish journey, Limmud will take you one step further. $75.00 for Saturday and Sunday. $36.00 for 36 and under.
Weekend Details: This year we will return to the spacious facilities at Beth Israel Synagogue. Our Saturday Night event will shift. Before sunset, we’ll learn from several excellent, diverse presentations. After sunset, we’ll enjoy Havdalah and a joyous reception. We will sell only one weekend ticket, good for both Saturday Night and Sunday.
Child Care available throughout the day.
Saturday Evening: Havdalah and Celebration
Sunday: A Buffet of Unexpected Jewish Learning
More details to follow
