{"id":4107,"date":"2013-10-02T13:59:00","date_gmt":"2013-10-02T17:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.newspapers-online.com\/auroran\/?p=4107"},"modified":"2013-10-09T15:10:04","modified_gmt":"2013-10-09T19:10:04","slug":"senior-scape-brain-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newspapers-online.com\/auroran\/senior-scape-brain-food\/","title":{"rendered":"SENIOR SCAPE: Brain Food"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Jim L. Abram<\/strong><\/p>\n

The brain is an \u201cactivity dependent\u201d organ.
\nMy opinion is that if you don\u2019t think you are old, you aren\u2019t old.
\nSome of the best years\u2019 of my life were the time
\nI spent in University. Some of the greatest joys I observe in members of the Aurora Seniors\u2019 Centre are their enjoyment of books which they exchange freely very frequently at the Centre.
\nAs a senior, I hope you continue to think of yourself as a \u201cstudent\u201d and continue to learn.
\nNever choose to slow down. Your brain will like you more if you keep it busy. Physical and social activity creates smarter brains.
\nBy all measures, do not let societal stigmas surrounding the \u201cproper place\u201d of seniors stifle your creative mind. I for one diligently exercise my right to contribute to this experiment we call \u201clife.\u201d But a word of caution is in order here: always remember that your brain follows your heart. These two organs may work in tandem to lead your well-being and behaviour but that doesn\u2019t mean you should ignore your liver, lungs and other parts of your body!
\nAs an example of one of the many programs that the Aurora Seniors\u2019 Centre partners in to offer programs, seminars and events relevant to seniors, Diversicare introduced a one-of-a-kind brain stimulation program. Brain Gym & More is an innovative program that is supported by the current brain research about the brain\u2019s plasticity.
\nResearch studies have found that using Brain Gym and other sensory modalities slows down or reverses some of the effects of aging such as lack of concentration, poor recall, limited thinking patterns and, seemingly, an inability to learn new material.
\nPeople that participate in this event have found it to be a huge success. Already, people across the country at Diversicare\u2019s retirement residences and long-term care homes have shared benefits this program has had on their lives.
\nSome report they feel more energetic in mornings, excited about getting out of bed, steadier on their feet, better balance, hands stopped shaking enough to write a letter and sleeping better. <\/p>\n

MODEL SHIP BUILDING<\/strong>
\nOur featured October seminar is on Model Ship Building to be held on Wednesday, October 30, at 1 p.m. at the Aurora Seniors\u2019 Centre.
\nThis presentation will provide an introduction to model ship building. It will describe the rewards and self-satisfaction you can expect from the hobby, a few things the hobby is not and we will show some models completed by the presenter, David Nelson, as examples of what is achievable in building models.
\nKey topics discussed are how to get started, tools you will need initially and where you can get access to experienced modellers who can provide advice and guidance. Nelson has a great website www.dnelson.ca. Check it out!<\/p>\n

HOLIDAY BAZAAR<\/strong>
\nThe Aurora Seniors\u2019 Centre is hosting their annual Holiday Bazaar on November 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 90 John West Way, Aurora. Vendors from the Aurora Farmers Market and the Seniors\u2019 Centre will be there. There will be a Tea Room, Bake Table and much, much more! This is a great opportunity to start your holiday shopping! We hope to see you there!
\n
\nYORK REGION POLICE MALE CHORUS<\/strong>
\nThis concert will tak place on Sunday, October 27, 2013 at the Aurora Seniors Centre. Doors open at 1.30 p.m., show starts at 2 p.m. Admission is only $5; Refreshments will be served at Intermission. Tickets are available at the reception desk. You won\u2019t want to miss this excellent performance!<\/p>\n

SQUARE DANCING<\/strong>
\nMembers are encouraged to join us at the Aurora Seniors\u2019 Centre every Monday from 12.15 p.m. to 1.00pm in the West-McKenzie hall. Singles and couples are welcome. We practise Traditional Square Dances and Country Dances, Gay Gordon, Strip the Willow, and much more. For further information please contact Dave Griffith, email: dvgriff@sympatico.ca.<\/p>\n

My Final Word: I overheard a senior telling his friend, \u201cI just bought a new hearing aid. It cost me four thousand dollars, but its state of the art.\u201d \u201cReally,\u201d answered the friend, \u201cWhat kind is it?\u201d \u201cTwelve thirty.\u201d
\nFor more information on the Aurora Seniors\u2019 Centre and all it has to offer, drop by 90 John West Way, visit the web site www.auroraseniors.ca, email auroraseniors@rogers.com or call 905-726-4767 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday to Friday.<\/p>\n\"Facebook\"<\/a>\"twitter\"<\/a>\"mail\"<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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