Reported by Jim Laing
Janette Nation provided grace.
Visiting Rotarians:Wynne Taylor introduced visiting Rotarians and guests including:
Jarrod Clayton - soon to be an OB Rotarian;Clark Lawrence; Bruce Willoughby; Al McCullough, Naida Hyde and Kathleen Arnasen.
Health of the Club reported by Mary Canty advising that Dr. David Philip had just got out of hospital. Ted Chambers has advised he is leaving the club. David and Batya Westler advise that their son's health has improved and that they are delighted with the birth of their new grandchild.
President Jim Force, Barry Mutter and Wendy Thompson took part in the induction of our latest member, Kathleen Arnasen. Her background is one of a long list of accomplishments including an initial professional career as an RN, non-profit sector work, authorship of published books and public service awards.
Announcements:
- President Jim, along with Steve Sharlow, are asking for your help in putting together a slide program featuring veterans for this Remembrance Day. If you have material to share please contact these gents.
- Mary Canty advised of an upcoming scarf sale on November 9 to be held at the Fairfield Center in association with the Japanese Cultural Association. Proceeds go to help the women of Guatemala.
- Janna reminded members of the popular Super Bowls of Hope event at the Laurel Point Inn on November 3,at 11. a.m. to 1.30 pm. to support Youth Services. Janna is hosting a paint-in at her business, “Fired Up”, at 1801 Fort Street, where for $10, you can paint a bowl and the bowl will be donated to this event, where it will be filled with soup. Please email Janna for details of her paint-in evening. You can buy tickets for $25 for your bowl and soup at this link.
- Eugen reminded members of the 40th anniversary of the Oak Bay Rotary Club with a special lunch at 12 noon, October 21. Please advise Eugen if you cannot attend.
- Joan Peggs, on behalf of the PR Committee, advised of the Light up the World to Eradicate Polio Day, 6-9 pm on the north wall of the McPherson Building on October 24. There is a $40.00 charge and a meal will be available. Contact Joan for details.
50-50:
Tom
Croft, Sergeant at Arms, fined anyone who attended the Paul Harris Dinner - then
fined everyone who did not attend - a clever move only Tom could devise !
The
draw was won by Tom which seemed a bit suspect to most startled onlookers but
he declined to take any of the proceeds. It is now jackpotting to next week.
Guest Speaker:
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| MC Sandy and speaker, Sue Maitland |
Member
Corey Burger introduced our speaker Sue Maitland, a Life Transitions Coach.
Theme of her talk was "What seniors should know before they move".
As
seniors age and move from their living space, Sue advised of the many
things to be planned. She spoke of making a list of what is important to
each person before calling a realtor so that the move is to the right location.
This could include a place near a relative, close to transportation, medical
help, services etc.
Sue's
role is that of a coach who asks questions rather than telling a senior what to
do. She says you are the one who really knows what's best for you - you have
the answers. She also deals with people who want to help their aging parents
plan a move from their current home. Don't expect your children to plan and
manage your move.
Options
to consider for seniors:
Accept
in the future things will change. Consider
finances. What are the features of your ideal place to live? Down-size slowly. Be
ready to move.
Sue's
information will soon be available online no later than January.
For
more details go to www.suemaitland.com
“Make
the rest of your life, the best of your life”.
Sue
was thanked by Rotarian Ron Beyer and presented with an Oak Bay Rotary Mug.
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