McMaster University, Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 | 1:00 PM | McMaster University | Main CampusLR Wilson Hall | Room 1003

Toni Calasanti, Professor, Virginia Tech

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Mon, Apr 20, 2020 | 1:00 PM | Ancaster Library, 300 Wilson St E, Ancaster

Ellen Ryan

Our former Governor General David Johnston wrote letters which “recognize, applaud and build on the positive” across generations.  Let’s learn to write these legacy letters too.

Writing Legacy Letters is a strategy for passing on family stories and life lessons learned. We will discuss examples of legacy letters, reasons for writing them, and specific strategies.  Within each session, participants will respond to writing prompts and be invited to read their work aloud.

Participants are encouraged to take part in both sessions on April 20 and April 27.

The group will be facilitated by Ellen Ryan, Gilbrea Senior Scholar and Professor Emeritus in McMaster University’s Department of Health, Aging and Society. Ellen’s research examines how to foster resilient aging through the decades –from the young old to the oldest old. Throughout her career, she has focused on ageism, disability, and life stories. She hosts the website: Writing, Aging and Spirit.

*Sessions are free, but require advanced registration by contacting our co-sponsor, the Ancaster Library at  905-648-6911.

Co-Sponsors: McMaster Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging,  Hamilton Aging Together, & Ancaster Library

Mon, Apr 27, 2020 | 1:00 PM | Ancaster Library, 300 Wilson St E, AncasterFree parking

Ellen Ryan

Our former Governor General David Johnston wrote letters which “recognize, applaud and build on the positive” across generations.  Let’s learn to write these legacy letters too.

Writing Legacy Letters is a strategy for passing on family stories and life lessons learned. We will discuss examples of legacy letters, reasons for writing them, and specific strategies.  Within each session, participants will respond to writing prompts and be invited to read their work aloud.

Participants are encouraged to take part in both sessions on April 20 and April 27.

The group will be facilitated by Ellen Ryan, Gilbrea Senior Scholar and Professor Emeritus in McMaster University’s Department of Health, Aging and Society. Ellen’s research examines how to foster resilient aging through the decades –from the young old to the oldest old. Throughout her career, she has focused on ageism, disability, and life stories. She hosts the website: Writing, Aging and Spirit.

*Sessions are free, but require advanced registration by contacting our co-sponsor, the Ancaster Library at  905-648-6911.

Co-Sponsors: McMaster Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging,  Hamilton Aging Together, & Ancaster Library