Lunch & Learn Presentations - January & February 2022
Lunch and Learn Presentations are offered at some of the GEMS program dates. Presentations take place after the GEMS meal. For information, please visit www.mhrd.ca - macdonald lunch & learn presentations.
To register, please call Leanne Wilson, Macdonald Services to Seniors Coordinator at 204-735-3052. Deadline to register is 2 business days prior to each presentation date.
Cyber Safety - Identify Scams - Online Etiquette
Help participants build an awareness of online presence and privacy. Topics will include how much personal information one should share online; how to protect personal information from hackers/cyber criminals; details of acquiring a VPN Network; limiting online risks; what to do if personal information is leaked; what creates a digital footprint; and ways to reduce one's digital footprint.
Caisse Community Centre (La Salle) — 12:45 pm, Monday, January 10th
Starbuck Hall (Starbuck) — 12:45 pm, Wednesday, January 12th
Sanford Legion (Sanford) — 12:45 pm, Thursday, January 13th
Presenter: Lorinda Fosty
Therapy Dog
St. John Ambulance’s Therapy Dog Program brings a volunteer and their dog into a community facility. Through petting, affection, and regular visitation, many people benefit both physically and emotionally from the unconditional love of a dog, while also providing the volunteer with a unique and rewarding volunteer experience. Program participants reap the therapeutic benefits of the unconditional companionship of a four-legged friend too!
Caisse Community Centre (La Salle) — 12:45 pm, Monday, February 21st
Sanford Legion (Sanford) — 12:45 pm, Thursday, March 24th
Presenter: St. John's Ambulance
Emergency Preparedness
This presentation by the Canadian Red Cross will discuss how to become prepared for emergencies. We will discuss the steps of 1) Knowing the Hazards 2) Making a Plan 3) Making a Kit. We will also cover same basics about the Canadian Red Cross and it's work in Emergency Management, and how to become a volunteer.
Starbuck Hall (Starbuck) — 12:45 pm, Wednesday, February 23rd
Sanford Legion (Sanford) — 12:45 pm, Thursday, February 24th
Caisse Community Centre (La Salle) — 12:45 pm, Monday, March 21st
Presenter: Canadian Red Cross
