Forever Changing - Explorations in Aging

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. 

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."

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.

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/

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?

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.

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.

Colleen Feeney, Town of Montreal West Councillor with responsibilities for Finance, MADA, Recreation and Culture, in conversation with Bronia, Sharon and Kathy, explains MADA, shines a light on Montreal West’s 50+ Club and the future of volunteerism.  An enthusiastic  and devoted leader, known for her integrity and her ability to represent our community effectively, Colleen shares the reasons why Montreal West is a great place for seniors.  Join us for an insider’s look at being a senior in Montreal West.

Ruth focuses on the concerns of the elderly including the rights of English-speaking seniors, elder abuse, poverty and problems in long term care facilities exposed by Covid.