Forever Changing - Explorations in Aging

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This podcast is made by a group at the Montreal West Public Library. Our aim is to build a living toolbox to let Montrealers and beyond know about resources available to those over 60. We have lively conversations with intergenerational network builders, social activists and people who are thinking outside the box to meet the challenges that arise as we age. https://threadsofmemory.ca/2023/01/20/podcastforever-young-living-and-aging-in-montreal-west/

  1. 06/12/2025

    Deena Dlusy-Apel and Max Beer - documentaries on children and grandchildren of Holocaust survivors

    Montreal based film makers Deena Dlusy-Apel and Max Beer, both retired school teachers, who have since retiring produced three documentaries on the subject of Jewish children and grandchildren of Holocaust survivors. Deena and Max explore the feelings and awareness of Montrealers who immigrated with their parents to Montreal from Europe, immediately after WW II or some years after, or were born in Montreal. The repercussions have lasted over two generations and even grandchildren are affected. The Forever Changing team talk to Deena and Max about what inspired them to make these films.

    57 min

  2. 06/26/2024

    Cheryl Jenkins - Using technology in a practical way to improve our lives

    In this episode, we talked to Cheryl Jenkins about how she uses technology. She covers a lot of ground in this interview and inspired us to re-think how we view tech in our lives. On aging and technology, Cheryl says, "We're the generation that can truly appreciate  technology. Let's not let that luxury or that advantage pass us by why not take advantage of it."

    41 min

  3. 05/26/2024

    Dr. Kim Sawchuk - Intersection(s) of Care and Digital Technologies -- Live from B/old 2024 at Concordia University

    In this live recording of the podcast, the Forever Young team interviewed Kim Sawchuk, Professor of communication studies and examine the intersection of care and digital technologies. The episode was recorded live at B/old 2024 in Concordia University's 4th Space in downtown Montreal in front of an audience. https://bold2024.ca/

    1h 2m

  4. 05/05/2024

    Constance LaFontaine - Concordia University -- ACTLab, Aging in Data, B/old!

    For our second episode this season, we spoke with Constance Lafontaine who is deeply involved in many aspects of Concordia University's critical aging studies network(s). ACTlab, Aging in Data, to name a few! Constance covers a lot of ground in this episode, from digital agism, to escape rooms that promote awareness about elder abuse. We learned about many different research projects which focus on aging and heard all about the event called B/old in May 2024! ACTlab - https://actlab.ca/ ACT Project - https://actproject.ca/ Aging in Data - https://agingindata.ca/ B/old 2024 - https://bold2024.ca/

    43 min

  5. 05/05/2024

    Kathryn Minorgan - Amyloidosis -- Health Story Series

    For our first episode of our second season, we heard from Kathy from our team who told us about Amyloidosis. We think these type of health features might become a regular feature on our podcast. What do you think? amyloidosis.org.

    36 min

  6. 06/30/2023

    Claudie Pfeifer - Somatic Educator

    Claudie takes the mystery out of somatic training by giving us a tour of 100 years of evolving healing movement therapies. On the way she touches on the role of brain plasticity in wellbeing, the effects of ageism on us all and much more. Her mission is to have everyone continue to move their bodies and live joyously. claudiepfeifer.com.

    54 min

  7. 05/12/2023

    Deborah Marcogliese - Director of Montreal West Public Library

    Deborah Marcogoliese is the director of the Montreal West Public Library. She has been leading the library in outreach programs for the past five years. In spite of Covid and closures, she maintained book lending with volunteer door to door deliveries. A resident of Montreal West, Deb continues to develop programs for our community including digital literacy such as this podcast.

    38 min

  8. 04/14/2023

    Zoe Franklin Inf. Aux/LPN - Neighborhood Health Team Lead

    Zoe Franklin, liscenced practical nurse, and Neighborhood Health Team Leader for Bayshore Home Health in conversation with Bronia, Sharon and Kathy. Ms. Franklin explains the types of services offered by this private home care company. Whether post surgery or declining health issues, the needs of people are assessed and services can be offered in a quick turn around time with friendly and compassionate care.

    38 min
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This podcast is made by a group at the Montreal West Public Library. Our aim is to build a living toolbox to let Montrealers and beyond know about resources available to those over 60. We have lively conversations with intergenerational network builders, social activists and people who are thinking outside the box to meet the challenges that arise as we age. https://threadsofmemory.ca/2023/01/20/podcastforever-young-living-and-aging-in-montreal-west/

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    Threads of Memory - Montreal West Public Library
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    14
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    Clean
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    Forever Changing - Explorations in Aging