Community Forums
Free to the public to register or for more information, contact Laura Crawford at
604-504-7441, local 6355, or laura.crawford@ufv.ca.
Food Matters
As a community, it is imperative that we begin to educate ourselves and especially our children about the importance of healthy eating and a balanced healthy lifestyle. This
Community Forum will present the film Food Matters, followed by a discussion of the film and a question-and-answer session led by holistic nutritionist Jessica Smith Food Matters provides a hard-hitting fast-paced look at our current state of health. Despite the billions of dollars of
funding and research into new so-called cures we continue to suffer from a raft of chronic ills and everyday maladies. Approaching an over-toxic and over-indulgent population with
a continuing onslaught of toxic therapies and nutrient-sparse foods is definitely not helping the situation. Food Matters seeks to uncover the business of disease and at the same time explore the safe, cheap, and effective use of nutrition and supplementation for preventing and often curing the underlying causative aspects of our ills.
Chilliwack
Wed, Feb 24, 7–9 pm
Attacking Crime: What Can We Do Better - CANCELLED
The Fraser Valley is among the fastest growing areas in Canada. With an increased population come increased concerns about safety issues. This forum is designed to raise awareness about the impact that policing can have on the safety of communities. Former police officials from different countries will make presentations regarding crime and criminal justice systems in their home countries. Presenters Gabriel Theron (South Africa) and Mike Franklin (UK) will address what they think their home country does better than Canada and what they think we could do better. The forum will be moderated by Dr. Darryl Plecas, UFV Director of the Centre for Criminal Justice Research and RCMP Research Chair in Crime Reduction. Presentations will be followed by a question-and answer period.
AbbotsfordWed, March 3, 7–9 pm
Writing Your Life StoryElsie K. Neufeld believes that when a person dies, it’s like a library burnt down, and that every life is a story that deserves to be recorded. Whether you are interested in writing your own or a loved one’s story, this forum will benefit you. The lecture will include the who, why, what, and how-to, as well as tips on making your life story interesting. Elsie K. Neufeld is a published poet, personal historian, writing instructor, and editor. Her life-story work includes teaching and mentoring seniors, assisting palliative clients with life stories and eulogies, and facilitating life-story workshops for hospice and various other non-profit organizations. For her various literary
efforts, Elsie was awarded the Abbotsford Arts Council’s first annual “Arty” award in 2004.
Abbotsford
Wed, March 31, 7–9 pm
Eating Disorders - CANCELLED
The eating disorders of anorexia nervosa and bulimia are on the rise. The problems with eating stem from a variety of factors — societal, personal, and familial. These problems can
become entrenched and difficult to deal with (indeed, about 17% of sufferers die from these disorders). As a society and community, it is imperative that we recognize the conditions
which foster eating disorders and attempt to prevent these problems. This community forum will address this important concern. A panel of professionals and people dealing with these problems themselves will be speaking and fielding questions.
AbbotsfordWed, April 20, 7–9 pm
Helping Families Help SeniorsCaring for an aging parent, elderly spouse, domestic partner, or close friend presents difficult challenges. You are not alone. Many others have already dealt with elder-care problems like
the ones you are facing. This forum is for everyone concerned about family members’ ability to look after themselves, in areas such as eating, bathing, medication management, and
overall safety & socialization. It’s also for those who see these challenges coming on the horizon. It will address a wide range of important and timely elder-caretopics, including:
• When is the right time for a change in living arrangements?
• Where to go for information for seniors.
• What are the options available for seniors who choose to remain in their own home?
• How to decide if a facility is the correct choice?
• What about Power of Attorney?
• What is government subsidization and who qualifies?
• What about Home Support?
• Where to get equipment to assist seniors in activities of daily living.
AbbotsfordWed, May 5, 7–9 pm
Last Updated December 7, 2009
