4 Ways to Get Emotionally Connected

Author: KristineOn: Sep 17Categories: For Facilitators No Comments

Feeling connected has a significant impact on our health and well-being, but a surprising number of people don’t feel connected.1 We can all feel emotionally disconnected at times. Are you looking for a way to build better relationships—with friends,...

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The Java Webinar Series Now Available!

Author: KristineOn: Sep 17Categories: For Facilitators, Uncategorized No Comments

The Java Webinar Series are a partnership between Ontario Centres for Learning Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care hosted at the Bruyère Research Institute, Carleton University and Java Group Programs with funding provided by the Centre for Aging...

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Java Hits the Road: An Inter-Generational Experience – by Paula Levy, E.D. at Daybreak

Author: KristineOn: Sep 17Categories: Testimonials No Comments

Last spring, DayBreak Adult Day Program participated in a 10-week Master Class series at one of our local schools, Columbine Elementary. Master Classes were taught by volunteers from the community. Some volunteers brought their passion, coordination,...

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Dealing with Emotions-Free Webinar June 27th!

Author: KristineOn: Jun 21Categories: In the News No Comments

Life is built around our emotions – join us as we explore strategies to deal with emotions that come up during social programs in your long-term care home.  Why increase emotional engagement with our residents?  We will learn about three ways to increase...

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How These Retirement Communities are Battling Loneliness

Author: KristineOn: May 21Categories: In the News No Comments

Seniors sing beloved songs, develop meaningful connections in the Java Music Club. Some say music brings people together. A few retirement communities in Ottawa are counting on it, and hope it will help fight isolation and loneliness, too. Researchers...

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CBC Interview – A Music Club That’s So Much More!

Author: KristineOn: May 16Categories: In the News No Comments

Enjoy an inspiring Canadian CBC radio interview about Java. Join Ottawa Morning with Robyn Bresnahan. Find out about a study underway with Carleton University who is investigating the Java Music Club peer support program. Residents are interviewed, –...

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Free Webinar May 23! Cultivate Empathy and Reduce Bullying

Author: KristineOn: Apr 23Categories: In the News No Comments

Join us for the second of the Java Webinar Series called “Cultivating Empathy”.  How can we cultivate empathy in our practice and within the context of therapeutic group programs that we offer? Join us as we explore strategies to cultivate...

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What is Happiness to You?

Author: KristineOn: Apr 23Categories: In the News 2 Comments

“Happy”, the uber cheerful song recorded by Pharrell Williams, was the best-selling song of 2014 in the United States. “Clap along if you know what happiness is to you…” I sang along every time I heard it—I still do. I love that song....

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Dealing with Group Distractions? Four Helpful Approaches

Author: KristineOn: Apr 23Categories: For Facilitators No Comments

There are many distractions and challenges that can come up when facilitating a group. Sometimes these distractions are created – intentionally or unintentionally – by group members who may not feel emotionally safe. Sometimes it is because...

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Engaging People with Dementia – 10 Easy Approaches

Author: KristineOn: Nov 12Categories: For Facilitators No Comments

There are many ways to engage those living with cognitive impairment. Here are a few tried and true approaches to consider: Say hello and use the person’s name. When visiting those living with dementia, avoid “How are you?”. Try “How’s life?”...

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