Let's Chat About Aging In Your Community

By CHATS

Welcome to "CHAT About Aging In Your Community" the podcast where we dive deep into the world of aging with dignity and choice right in your community. Join us at CHATS, where our mission is not ju

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The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.

Let's Chat About Aging In Your Community episodes:

May 17, 2025 Sue Lantz
Sue is a trusted policy strategist, educator and advocate, within the field of healthy aging and caregiving. Sue's extensive healthcare, housing, and community care background includes policy planning and innovative change implementation.
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36min
May 17, 2025 Patricia Spindel
Dr. Patricia Spindel has worked with youth and engaged in systemic advocacy for people with developmental disabilities and their families and older adults for over forty years. She taught at both the University of Guelph-Humber and the Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, where she also coordinated the Social Services Worker Program and was an Associate Dean of Health Sciences. She is a former President of Concerned Friends of Ontario Citizens in Care Facilities, co-founder of the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly, organizer of the Ontario Coalition for Nursing Home Reform, and co-founder of Seniors For Social Action Ontario.

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44min
May 17, 2025 Majid Jowhari MP Richmond Hill South
CHATS welcomes Richmond Hill South, Majid Jowhari.
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40min
January 30, 2025 University of Toronto’s Aging and Health Course’s intergenerational classroom
This week on the podcast, CEO Christina Bisanz speaks to Dr. Raza Mirza, Florene Shruber, Alexis Hart, and Jessica Hsieh, who are all key contributors to University of Toronto’s Aging and Health Course’s intergenerational classroom in partnership with Christie Gardens Retirement Residence. This innovative and experiential learning experience brings two generations together to study aging from different perspectives, bringing learning to a new level and redefining what makes a “classroom”. Described as a wonderful, energetic, and mind-blowing experience, this unique course is one of the few dedicated to aging at the University, offering growth opportunities for all ages.

Dr. Mirza is the Director of National Partnerships at HelpAge Canada and an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. Florene Shruber is an advocate and educator, formerly the principal of Montessori Teachers' College & Montessori Dementia Program. Alexis Hart holds an Honors BSc in Human Biology and Psychology and was part of the program’s first undergraduate cohort. Jessica Hsieh, a PhD candidate at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, specializes in gerontology, focusing her research on elder abuse in dementia caregiving.
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45min
January 29, 2025 Michael Braithwaite from Blue Door
In this episode of the podcast, CHATS CEO Christina Bisanz talks to Michael Braithwaite from Blue Door. Over 80,000 people are facing homelessness across our province, and this number could amount to 300,000 within the next ten years if support and plans are not put into place to address the need for affordable community housing. Social interaction in the community is important for seniors as well as everyone. By organizations joining to work together, we can put the York Region Homeless Strategy to the top of the priority list.

Michael Braithwaite has over 32 years of experience creating innovative solutions to better support vulnerable people. Michael joined Blue Door in March of 2019 as
CEO and previously worked at Raising the Roof and 360kids in York Region. Michael is a Board Member of the Canadian Housing and Renewal Association, as well as a Board Member of Waterfront Toronto.
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34min
November 28, 2024 Amy Coupal from the Ontario Caregiver Organization
In this episode, CEO Christina Bisanz and CEO Amy Coupal from the Ontario Caregiver Organization discuss the journey of caregiving, how to connect caregivers with support, the importance of caregivers having a voice in the health care system, a National Caregiving Strategy, and resources available for caregivers.

Amy Coupal is a leader with over 20 years experience in the not-for-profit sector, Amy is passionate about mobilizing change through knowledge exchange and building collaborative initiatives that positively impact the lives of individuals and communities. The Ontario Caregiver Organization is a charitable organization that exists to support Ontario’s 4 million caregivers who provide physical and/or emotional support to family members, partners, friends, and neighbours.

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33min
October 17, 2024 CEO of Alzheimer’s Society York Region Kari Quinn-Humphrey
In this episode, CHATS CEO Christina Bisanz and Alzheimer’s York Region Society CEO Kari Quinn-Humphrey discuss caregiving in dementia patients, the stigma behind dementia, the Alzheimer’s Society First Link Program, what a dementia friendly community is,” Bill 121, Improving Dementia Care in Ontario Act, 2024”, as well as aging in place and senior’s care. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!

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31min
September 20, 2024 Acting Commissioner, Community and Health Services at the Municipality of York Lisa Gonsalves
CHATS CEO Christina Bisanz speaks to Lisa Gonsalves, who is the Acting Commissioner, Community and Health Services at the Municipality of York Region. Lisa has been with York Region for over 23 years in different roles. She served as the General Manager for the Paramedic and Senior Services, as well as Director of Strategies and Partnerships. Lisa Gonsalves currently serves as the Board Chair for the United Way of Greater Toronto and has a long list of accolades in her roles. Learn about the York Region Seniors Plan and Strategy, services within the York Region municipalities, seniors aging in place, and information for Access York.
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35min
September 20, 2024 MP of Newmarket-Aurora Ton Van Bynen
CHATS CEO Christina Bisanz welcomes MP of Newmarket-Aurora Ton Van Bynen, he has been in the role since 2019. Tony Van Bynen was the Mayor of Newmarket for several years, and he sits on many committees such as the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities, and the Standing Committee on Industrial and Technology, Listen to the podcast to learn more about the NORCs model and innovations, housing for seniors aging in place, social support services, government funding, and intergeneralization volunteerism among other things.
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39min
June 13, 2024 Mary Bayliss
Mary Bayliss is the Chair of the Board of Directors for CHATS - Community & Home Assistance to Seniors, a non-profit organization providing a wide range of community support services to help seniors live at home safely, affordably, and with dignity.With a diverse background in healthcare governance and senior leadership roles, Mary brings extensive experience to her position at CHATS. She has served on numerous boards and advisory councils, including the Ontario Long Term Care Association, Canadian Association of Chain Drug Stores, and Ryerson University's School of Nutrition and Food Science Advisory Council. She serves on various town committees, including the Audit Committee, Heritage Advisory Council, and the Anti-Black Racism Taskforce.Mary's passion for supporting seniors and promoting healthy aging aligns perfectly with CHATS' mission. Her insights and expertise will undoubtedly shed light on the challenges and opportunities surrounding healthcare and aging in our community.
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31min

FAQs about Let's Chat About Aging In Your Community:

How many episodes does Let's Chat About Aging In Your Community have?

The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.