New Horizons Seniors Program
Deshantari’s NHSP project started on 14 March, 2016 and will continue until 13 March, 2017 and the following members will be organizing the various senior activities during this time complementing Deshantari’s other regular activities:- Prabir Neogi (Chair and Core-Member)
- Atulesh Nandi (Core-Member)
- Arun Roy (Core-Member)
- Angsuman Rudra
- Manas Dan
- Anindo Maiti
Event Calendar Agenda View
In collaboration with ICCC Seniors, Deshantari of Ottawa present: Love, Compassion and Caring SeminarEvent Details:
For further information, contact:
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Seminar on Insurance, Retirement and Estate Planning for SeniorsDeshantari’s New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) team in collaboration with the ICCC Seniors NHSP team are excited to present this seminar as per the details below: Cost:
NOTE: If you would like to get the $5 per person discounted tickets, RSVP by 02 March, 2017 (mid-night) otherwise no RSVP is required. The discounted tickets are given on a first-come, first-served basis up to a limit of 50 tickets. As the tickets are significantly discounted no shows will be billed the full amount. RSVP:
At the venue, the tickets will be distributed by Angsuman Rudra as per the RSVPs received. Please note that reserved tickets must be picked up at the venue before the event starts at 11 am. Schedule:
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet your fellow community folks and learn about insurance, financial and estate planning. So we look forward to seeing you all. Please RSVP as soon as possible to reserve your ticket(s). Best Regards, Deshantari’s NHSP Team
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Deshantari of Ottawa partnered with ICCC Seniors in: The World We Want to Live In SeminarEvent Details:
For further information, contact: Arun Roy (613-837-1936) |
Safety, Security and Prevention of Cyber Fraud SeminarThe cost to Deshantari Members:
The cost to ICCC Members:
Program Details:
How to RSVP for this event? Please send your RSVP no later than 14 March, 2017 (mid-night) using the following weblink: https://goo.gl/forms/bhY5HzuMaGQMUIIV2 How would seniors get transportation to come to the venue? Deshantari seniors, who require transportation to and from the venue, should contact Gour Seal at 613-830-5485. How to get tickets? At the venue, the tickets will be distributed by Angsuman Rudra as per the RSVPs received via the above website. Please note that reserved tickets must be picked up before the event starts at 5 pm. As the tickets are significantly discounted no shows will be billed the full amount. Like many of our earlier events, this event is organised jointly with Indo-Canadian Community Centre (ICCC). So we look forward to seeing you all. Please RSVP as soon as possible to reserve your ticket(s). Best Regards, Deshantari’s NHSP Team |
NHSP – Computer Literacy Classes for Seniors
– A module of 4 Computer Literacy classes for Seniors, including use of laptops & smartphones, the Internet and social media
– Arranged in collaboration with ICCC
– Classes provided at the Tanglewood Community Centre, from 6.00 – 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings
– The two instructors provided their services on a voluntary basis
NHSP – Computer Literacy Classes for Seniors
– A module of 4 Computer Literacy classes for Seniors, including use of laptops & smartphones, the Internet and social media
– Arranged in collaboration with ICCC
– Classes provided at the Tanglewood Community Centre, from 6.00 – 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings
– The two instructors provided their services on a voluntary basis
NHSP – Computer Literacy Classes for Seniors
– A module of 4 Computer Literacy classes for Seniors, including use of laptops & smartphones, the Internet and social media
– Arranged in collaboration with ICCC
– Classes provided at the Tanglewood Community Centre, from 6.00 – 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings
– The two instructors provided their services on a voluntary basis
NHSP – Computer Literacy Classes for Seniors
– A module of 4 Computer Literacy classes for Seniors, including use of laptops & smartphones, the Internet and social media
– Arranged in collaboration with ICCC
– Classes provided at the Tanglewood Community Centre, from 6.00 – 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings
– The two instructors provided their services on a voluntary basis
NHSP – Seminar-Workshop for Seniors
-3 lectures
-ICCC and Deshantari collaboration
–NHSP funds used
NHSP – Seminar-Workshop for Seniors
Half-day Seminar-Workshop at the East India Company, Bells Corners, including buffet lunch
Transportation assistance Service for limited number of Deshantari Seniors
NHSP – Seminar-Workshop for Seniors
Half-day Seminar-Workshop at the Baxter Center (Citizens Building).
1 lecture on “The Science of Happiness”
NHSP – Seminar-Workshop for Seniors
Half-day Seminar-Workshop at the East India Company, Bells Corners, including buffet lunch
Transportation assistance is available to a limited number of Deshantari seniors.
Deshantari’s NHSP Committee, in collaboration with ICCC, is organizing a Workshop as per details below. The purpose of the workshop is two-fold: to increase the level of awareness of the seniors-related issues, and to bridge the inter-generational gap.
Date and Time: March 18, Sunday, 11 AM to 3 PM
Venue: East India Co. Restaurant, 1993 Robertson Rd.
Tickets: Subsidized ticket of $8 per person including lunch. All adult Deshantari and ICCC members are eligible.
Prior registration is required by sending an email to: arun.roy@sympatico.ca
Since the seats are limited, registration would be on the first-come-first served basis.
Deadline for registration: March 15, 2018
Program:
11AM —–Guests arrive, pay for and pick up tickets ($8 per person).
11:30 to 12:30 PM——Information Sessions
11:30 to 12 PM : “Downsizing Homes in Senior Years”
12 to 12:30 PM: “Senior Related Issues and Help Available” by Council on Aging of Ottawa
12: 30 to 1:30 PM —–Lunch
1:30 to 3 PM Entertainment program of Bengali and Hindi songs.
72nd Independence day of India: August 15, 2018
RSVP : Tel:613-7443751/52/53-Ext. 239(Ms. Shivangi)
Core activity: Flag hoisting, Patriotic songs (including refreshments).
Please check the flyer below for more info:
Bijoya Sammelani 2018
Saturday, November 10, 2018
Venue: Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Dr, Greely, ON K4P 1B1, Phone: (613) 821-1010.
Here is the program details:
Here are the program details:
5:00 pm – 5:30 pm: Collect food coupon
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm: Light Dinner
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm: A Musical Program, presented By Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Artist Oindrila Das. A biography is attached at the end.
Admission:
Free for Deshantari members.
$10 for Non-members.
Kindly RSVP by November 7th, 2018.
RSVP Link.
Please note, food will be served only for those who RSVP’d the headcount to avoid wastage.
Transportation service is available to the eligible seniors. Please contact Gour Seal @ 613-830-5485 by 6th November.
SPCO – Transportation Assistance to Seniors
Transportation Assistance Service
1) Shared Taxi service to and from the venue of the event, provided to a limited number of Deshantari seniors with mobility issues during Saraswati Puja celebration events at the Tom Brown Arena, 141 Bayview Rd, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4M3.
SPCO funds to use
– These seniors are long standing members of Deshantari, who have mobility issues that prevent them from driving or taking OCTranspo,
-Without this assistance it would be impossible for them to attend these key religious and cultural events.
-Response from the seniors assisted was extremely positive.
SPCO – Transportation Assistance to Seniors
Transportation Assistance Service
1) Shared Taxi service to and from the venue of the event, will be provided to a limited number of Deshantari seniors with mobility issues during Deshantari Annual Dinner celebration events at the Ottawa City Hall- Jean Peagott Place, 110 Laurier Ave W, Ottawa.
SPCO funds to use
– These seniors are long standing members of Deshantari, who have mobility issues that prevent them from driving or taking OCTranspo,
-Without this assistance it would be impossible for them to attend these key religious and cultural events.
-Response from the seniors assisted was extremely positive.
Bijoya Sammelani 2019
Friday, October 18, 2019
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm: A Musical Program, presented By Parnava Banerjee, Zee Bangla Golden Voice Champion