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:
  1. Prabir Neogi (Chair and Core-Member)
  2. Atulesh Nandi (Core-Member) 
  3. Arun Roy (Core-Member)
  4. Angsuman Rudra
  5. Manas Dan
  6. Anindo Maiti
The NHSP team welcomes feedback from the community on the type of senior activities they would like us to organize that relate to enhancing the seniors’ social well-being and community vitality. These senior activities are open to all Deshantari members and will be held in strong collaboration with organizations like Indo-Canada Community Centre (ICCC), India-Canada Association (ICA), and Nepalese Canadian Association of Ottawa (NCAO). At the moment the NHSP team plans to use these funds primarily to organize 10 Workshops (usually one per month) that will address various senior well-being issues.

Event Calendar Agenda View

Sep
17
Sat
2016
NHSP – Seminar: Safety and Seniors @ Tanglewood Park Community Centre
Sep 17 @ 11:30 am – 4:30 pm
ICCC Seniors and Deshantari of Ottawa present:

Interactive Workshop: Safety and Seniors

Speakers:

  • Mr. Jasdeep Bajwa, Ottawa Police Officer: “Physical abuse, Cyber fraud, Phone threats, home support providers, and issues to consider
  • Mr. Daljit Nirman, Ottawa Lawyer, Nirman’s Law Professional Corporation: “Safety issues to consider when giving power of attorney for personal care or financial and Wills”
  • Mr. Spencer Campbell and Mr. Mike Foster, Investment Specialists, Scotia Bank: “Financial safety issues with Joint accounts, Credit card or loan co-signing”

Program:

11:30 – 12:00 Registration
12:00 – 12:50 Mr. Bajwa — Physical Safety, abuse
12:50 – 01:30 Lunch (will be provided)
01:35 – 02:30 Mr. Nirman — Power of Attorney & Wills
02:30 – 02:45 Snack Break (Will be provided)
02:45 – 03:15 Mr. Bajwa — Fraud
03:20 – 04:00 Mr. Campbell & Mr. Foster — Financial Safety Issues
04:10 – 04:30 Evaluation

Who is this for? Seniors and their care providers should consider attending this workshops.

For information, please contact (by email): Prabir Neogi

Sep
23
Fri
2016
NHSP – Workshop: Resources available for Seniors @ Tanglewood Park Community Centre
Sep 23 @ 2:45 pm – 4:00 pm
ICCC Seniors and Deshantari of Ottawa present:

Seminar: Resources Available To Seniors

Speaker: Mr George Wong, City of Ottawa

About the Seminar: Not available

Who is this for? Seniors and their care providers should consider attending this workshops.

For information, please contact (by email): Prabir Neogi

Oct
25
Tue
2016
NHSP – Workshop: Vedanta and Wellness @ John G Mlacak Community Centre
Oct 25 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Vedanta and Wellness

Speaker: An eminent speaker from Vedanta Society of Toronto (Ram Krishna Mission)

R.S.V.P. Prabir Neogi

Nov
17
Thu
2016
NHSP – Workshop: Travel Medicine & Passport of Health @ East India Company Bells Corner [613-721-3777]
Nov 17 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
ICCC Seniors and Deshantari of Ottawa present:

Workshop: Passport of Health And Travel Medicine

Speakers:

Dr Jason Brophy, MD, Infectious Diseases Specialist, CHEO
Ms Aajab Abdulhusein, Student at University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine

About the workshop: In this seminar, the presenters will provide useful tips for travelling abroad, and tell us about essentials medicines and preventive inoculations recommended for different countries. They will also advise on what medical records we should have in our possession. Each attendee will be given a personal health record booklet entitled “My Passport of Health.”

Who is this for? Seniors and their care providers should consider attending this workshops.

For information, please contact:

Indu Gambhir (613-565-1653)
Anil Sukhija (613-791-7593)
Prabir Neogi (613-746-2329)

 

Nov
26
Sat
2016
NHSP – Workshop: Laughter is the Best Medicine @ Palki Cuisine of India Restaurant
Nov 26 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
In collaboration with ICCC SeniorsDeshantari of Ottawa present:

Laughter The Best Medicine – Is It Myth or Reality?
— Seminar & Dinner Event

Ticket Price: $15 per person

Program items:

  • Lots of laughter and fun: Jokes, songs and poetry by local artists and seniors
  • Humorous speakersShort speeches will be interspersed with songs, poetry and jokes:
    • Dr. Indu Gambhir, speaking on “Humour – Effect on Health.”
    • Dr. Rajiv Singh Samant, Radiation Oncologist at Ottawa Hospital, and author of the book “Smiles from the Clinic: A humorous look at cancer” — speaking on “Humour – How it can help the patient in a difficult situation.
    • Kirti Kaila, Geriatric Nurse and Community Activist, speaking on “Humorous situations when acting as a translator.”
  • Dinner

Master of Ceremonies: Vidhant Pal

Pick up tickets from:

  • Prabir Neogi (613-746-2329)

 

Dec
7
Wed
2016
NHSP – Workshop: First Aid & CPR @ Tanglewood Park Community Centre
Dec 7 @ 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm
ICCC Seniors and Deshantari of Ottawa present:

Basic First Aid And CPR Training For Seniors

Speaker: James Patterson from Red Cross/St. John Ambulance

About the workshop:

Following topics will be covered by the speaker:

  • Basic first aid in situations of injury, sprain,fracture and Burns. How to support self and others while waiting for the help to arrive.
  • When to call 911? What information is needed when calling 911.
  • What precautions are to be taken while taking care of someone after his/her hospitalization due to surgery or medical condition.
  • Information about what is Medic alert and Life line.

Who is this for? Seniors and their care providers should consider attending this workshops.

Cost: Please note that there is no cost for the seniors.

Refreshments: Tea and snacks will be served during the break.

For information, please contact:

  • Prabir Neogi (613-746-2329)
Feb
19
Sun
2017
NHSP – Seminar: Love, Compassion and Caring @ Palki Cuisine of India Restaurant
Feb 19 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
In collaboration with ICCC SeniorsDeshantari of Ottawa present:

Love, Compassion and Caring Seminar

Event Details:

  1. Date, time and location: Sunday, Feb 19, 2017 (5 pm to 9 pm) at Palki Restaurant, 1060 Ogilvie Road. See the map above.
  2. Seminar – “Love, Compassion and Caring” by Dr. Sunder Arora, a private practitioner in holistic psychiatry (website: www.meditationforlife.com).
    • Dr. Arora has published a CD set, Be Free Now, a synthesis of his clinical insights and spiritual journey, and
    • He has also authored and published a book: “Ushering in Heaven, a Psychiatrist’s Prescription for Healing, Joy, and Spiritual Awakening.”
    • Dr. Arora teaches by sharing spiritual lessons and points the way for the spiritual aspirant to find more joy in everyday life. Here is an example: Wisdom is not mere intellectual understanding: instead it needs to be assimilated at a cellular and vibrational level.
  3. Musical Evening – There will be local singers from within the community.
  4. Dinner

For further information, contact:

  • Prabir Neogi (613-746-2329)

 

Mar
5
Sun
2017
NHSP – Workshop: Insurance and Financial Planning for seniors @ East India Company Bells Corner [613-721-3777]
Mar 5 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Seminar on Insurance, Retirement and Estate Planning for Seniors

Deshantari’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:

  • $5 per person for the first 50 responses (RSVP) received.
  • $15 per person for all those who respond after the first 50 responses (RSVP).

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:

  • Please click here to send an email with the participant name(s) to the following latest by March 2nd, 2017 (mid-night).
  • Those without email access can call Angsuman Rudra at 6138393045 before 02 Mar, 2017.

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:

Time Speaker Topic
11 am –
12 noon
Randy Harrison
(HollisWealth Advisory Services)
Insurance products for Seniors’ Long Term Care in Residence or Home
12 noon –
1 pm
Mark Antaya
(Investors Group)
Your Retirement Paycheck – Wealth Management for Seniors
1 pm – 2 pm Brunch catered by East India Restaurant
2 pm – 3 pm Michael Walsh
(Jebreen & Walsh LLP)
Special Topics on Estate Planning for Seniors

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

 

NHSP – Seminar: The World We Want to Live In @ Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre
Mar 5 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Deshantari of Ottawa partnered with ICCC Seniors in:

The World We Want to Live In Seminar

Event Details:

  1. Date, time and location: Sunday, Mar 5, 2017 (5 pm to 9 pm) at Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre (Brittania Park). See the map above.
  2. Seminar – “The World We Want to Live In”
    1. The winners of the essay contest held by Festival of India will present their winning essay.
    2. Table discussions on this topic with a brief presentation of key ideas from each table.
  3. Musical Evening – There will be a cultural program and local singers from within the community.
  4. Vegetarian Dinner

For further information, contact: Arun Roy (613-837-1936)

 

Mar
18
Sat
2017
Workshop: Safety, Security and Prevention of Cyber Fraud @ East India Company Restaurant
Mar 18 @ 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Safety, Security and Prevention of Cyber Fraud Seminar

The cost to Deshantari Members:

  • $10 per person for the first 50 RSVPs received
  • $30 per person after the first 50 RSVPs have been received from Deshantari Members

The cost to ICCC Members:

  • $10 per person for the first 20 RSVPs received
  • $30 per person after the first 20 RSVPs have been received from ICCC Members

Program Details:

  • Music and Cultural program
  • Seminar on Safety, Security and Prevention of Cyber Fraud for Seniors
  • Dinner Buffet (with 17-20 hot entrees) and Networking

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

Jul
29
Sat
2017
150th Anniversary of Canada celebration with an outing: July 29, 2017 @ Rideau Provincial Park
Jul 29 @ 10:00 am – 3:30 pm

150th Anniversary of Canada celebration with an outing

Saturday, July 29, 2017

An outing will be held on Saturday, July 29th. Venue – Rideau Provincial Park, 2680 Donnelly Dr, Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0.

Please join us for Canada’s 150th Anniversary Celebration Outing on July 29th at the Rideau Provincial Park . We will have lots of activities to encourage interaction with the different segments of the Deshantari community. And of course needless to mention who can ignore our penchant for tasty Bengali food.

On the 29th of July we expect all of you to have parked your worries at home and your car at: 2680 Donnelly Dr, Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0. We begin the celebrations at10 a.m. and expect the day to end at 3:30 pm. Please mark the date on your calendar. Detailed information will be provided shortly. Let us celebrate this special occasion in the wide open space of the Rideau Provincial Park in the midst of sylvan surroundings with fun activity for the entire family.

Find more about Rideau River Provincial Park: Check Here…

NHSP – Picnic at Rideau Provincial Park @ Rideau Provincial Park
Jul 29 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

NHSP – Picnic at Rideau Provincial Park

Trips & Outings:

-All day inter-generational outing and picnic at the Rideau River Provincial Park, with volunteers cooking lunch, as well as preparing and serving Indian snacks and refreshments.

-Transportation Assistance was provided to 10 seniors with mobility issues.

Aug
9
Wed
2017
NHSP – Computer Literacy Classes for Seniors @ Tanglewood Park Community Centre
Aug 9 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Aug
16
Wed
2017
NHSP – Computer Literacy Classes for Seniors @ Tanglewood Park Community Centre
Aug 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Aug
19
Sat
2017
Deshantari Walk-a-Thon: August 19, 2017 @ Vincent Massey Park (Section F)
Aug 19 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Deshantari Walk-A-Thon

Saturday, August 19, 2017

On August 19th, Deshantari is arranging for a Walk-a-Thon (5K) at Vincent Massey Park (Section F), Ottawa. Below are the details:

Walk-a-Thon Details: Date- Saturday, August 19,2017 Time- 9:00 AM Venue- Vincent Massey Park – Section F (Map Link Below) All Donation will go to Ottawa Food Bank.

​The way the pledge and donation would work is simple. You get the names and addresses of the donors or complete the PLEDGE FORM and collect the donations. Please bring all donations ( to the venue) in the form of cash or cheque and hand it over to any Deshantari EC volunteers. All collections will be sent to Ottawa Food Bank, and donors will receive tax receipts (for $10 or more from Ottawa Food Bank) by mail in about 4-6 weeks. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could raise $2000? Please mark this date on your calendar and plan on attending. Hope to see you all at the venue. Thank you!

Map Link: Click to view

Aug
23
Wed
2017
NHSP – Computer Literacy Classes for Seniors @ Tanglewood Park Community Centre
Aug 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Aug
26
Sat
2017
NHSP – Trip to 1000 Island Boat Cruise @ 1000 Islands and Seaway Cruises
Aug 26 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

NHSP – Trip to 1000 Island Boat Cruise

All day Inter-generational outing by motor coach to Kingston and Gananoque, combined with a 2.5 hr. Boat Cruise of the 1000 Islands.

NHSP funds used

– Funds used mainly for the rental of the motor coach, and for the 1000 Islands Boat Cruise

– Pizza Lunch provided at the Kingston Lakeside Park; tea and refreshments at a picnic spot on the St. Laurent river, during the return trip from Gananoque.

 

Aug
30
Wed
2017
NHSP – Computer Literacy Classes for Seniors @ Tanglewood Park Community Centre
Aug 30 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Sep
17
Sun
2017
Mahalaya 2017 Broadcast: September 17, 2017 @ 93.1 FM CKCU (Carleton University Radio Station)
Sep 17 @ 6:00 am – 7:00 am

Mahalaya 2017 Broadcast

Sunday, September 17, 2017 [6 AM – 7 AM]

Please enjoy the original Mahalaya broadcast (edited to fit the time slot)—that we all grew up with—at 93.1 CKCU FM (Carleton University). Yes, that familiar Birendra Krishna Bhadra’s Chandi recitation along with those unforgettable songs! Set your alarm clocks, wake your kids up, tell them the story of Ma Durga, and reminisce about your childhood.

Sep
29
Fri
2017
NHSP – Transportation Assistance to Seniors
Sep 29 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

NHSP – 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

2) Durga & Lakshmi Puja celebration events at the Ron Kolbus Centre

3) Bijaya Sammilani event at the Kailash Mittal Theatre, Carleton Univ.

NHSP funds used

– 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.