#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench
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#ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench
Kathy Buckworth & Evelyn Brindle host the Stories from the Green Bench podcast, a virtual place to share, learn, grow, laugh and more in conversations with a variety of guests. The Green Bench is a symbol of elder wisdom. Physically or virtually, the bench invites us all to sit alongside a seni...
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Reflecting Back: Caring, Compassion & Courage with Joyce Stankiewicz
As part of our 10th Anniversary reflections, we’re revisiting a powerful and deeply human conversation with Joyce Stankiewicz, formerly of New Hamburg...
Reflecting Back: Bob & Emily Leland — Positivity, Connection, and the Pursuit of Passion
As part of our 10th Anniversary reflections, we’re revisiting a heartwarming episode with Bob and Emily Leland from The Village at University Gates in...
Reflecting Back: Steve Smith on the Red Green Bench — Wisdom, Laughter, and Letting the Old Man In
As part of the 10th Anniversary of #ElderWisdom, we’re revisiting a classic conversation that brought plenty of laughs to the Green Bench — this time...
Reflecting Back: Patricia & Dennis Bayley — Poetry, Chemistry, and Connection at The Village of Taunton Mills
As part of our 10th Anniversary of #ElderWisdom, we’re revisiting one of our most joyful episodes — a conversation with Patricia and Dennis Bayley fro...
Reflecting Back: Ferg Kyle — A Lucky Life, Lofty Goals, and Lessons from the Sky
As we celebrate 10 years of #ElderWisdom, we’re revisiting an inspiring conversation with Ferg Kyle from The Village of Tansley Woods in Burlington.
Reflecting Back: Doug Robinson — A Life of Love, Laughter, and Lessons Learned
As we celebrate 10 years of #ElderWisdom, we revisit our very first episode with Doug Robinson, a resident of The Village of Sandalwood Park in Brampt...
Collected Moments: What the Green Bench Has Taught Us
In this special five-minute episode, we take a step back to reflect.
Gathered from conversations past, this mash-up features voices from our che...
Reflections on the Voices That Continue to Inspire
Episode #75 - In this special episode, hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle celebrate two years of podcasting together and reflect on the Green Be...
The Power of Family, Fishing, and Life Lessons with Michael Tepsich
Episode #74 - Co-hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome Michael Tepsich, a resident of the Village of Erin Meadows, who shares his remarkabl...
Celebrating Family Traditions and Kindness with Donna Harrison
Episode #73 - Kathy Buckworth along with co-host, Evelyn Brindle dive into the life and wisdom of Donna Harrison, a resident of The Village of Sandalw...
Innovating Senior Living with Lora Bruyn Martin
Episode #72 - In this enlightening episode, hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle sit down with Lora Bruyn Martin, the Director of Innovation, Impr...
Navigating Life with Parkinson's: Sharon Hunwicks' story
Episode #71 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle engage in a heartfelt and enlightening conversation with Sharon Hunwicks, a resident of Erin Mi...
Wisdom across the globe with Sandy and Ellie
Episode #70 - In this exciting episode, Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle are joined by two spirited women in their eighties, who embarked on an incr...
The Art of Teaching and Traveling with Christine Runstedtler
Episode #69 - In this enlightening episode, hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome Christine Runstedtler, a resident of The Village of Winst...
Soaring to New Heights: Lillian Parker's Skydiving Adventure
Episode #68 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the joy of chatting with the remarkable Lillian Parker, a resident at The Village of Rivers...
Curling, Chicken Coops, and Counting Blessings with Murray Woods
Episode #67 - Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of speaking with Murray Woods, a man with a wealth of life experiences and wisdom (R...
Confronting Ageism with Ashton Applewhite
Episode #66 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle delve into the pervasive issue of ageism with renowned author and activist Ashton Applewhite. T...
Family, Hobbies and Embracing Technology with Emily Jarratt
Episode #65 - In this inspiring episode, hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of speaking with the remarkable Emily Jarratt, who...
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Scones, Hugs and Building Relationships with Rob Dore and Shirley
Episode #64 - Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of chatting with two very special guests, Shirley, a resident at The Village of Glen...
Embracing Compassion with Royal Hamel
Episode #63 - In this heartfelt episode of #ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench, Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of convers...
People, Care, Quality: LIVE from Operational Planning
An exciting episode for you as hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of hosting a LIVE recording at the Schlegel Villages Operatio...
Tracing Roots and Learning Morse Code with John Hofstee
Episode #62 - Kathy Buckworth & Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of sitting down with John Hofstee, a remarkable individual from The Village of Riversi...
The Power of Pursuing Your Passions with Emily & Bob Leland
Episode #61 - Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome two incredible individuals from The Village at University Gates in Waterloo, Bob and Emily Le...
From Malta to Canada: Esther Pulis’ Journey of Creativity and Family
Episode #60 - In this episode, Kathy Buckworth & Evelyn Brindle welcome Esther Pulis from The Village of Taunton Mills to the Green Bench to share cap...
Exploring the Importance of Attitude and Lifelong Learning with Barbara Sackett
Episode #59 - In this episode, Barbara Sackett from The Village of Wentworth Heights in Hamilton shares her wisdom and experiences that are sure to le...
Laughter and Wisdom: A Conversation with Granny Reynolds
Episode #58 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome social media sensation Bette Reynolds, also known as Granny Reynolds to the Green Bench...
Parenting & Grandparenting Experiences with Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle
Episode #57 - Co-hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle explore the significance of family and the importance of showing respect towards elders. The...
BONUS | Heather Luth Shares Schlegel Villages’ Approach For Living With Dementia
BONUS - In this podcast episode, hosts Kathy Buckworth & Evelyn Brindle introduce Heather Luth, the dementia specialist for Schlegel Villages. They di...
Feeling lucky and a passion for flying with Ferg Kyle
Episode #56 - Flying into another great story from the green bench as hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome Ferg Kyle to take a seat. Ferg...
Discovering Ailsa Craig at The Village of Arbour Trails with Ab Moore
Episode #55 - Ab Moore tells his story of how the Schlegel Villages came to Guelph as he sits on the Green Bench with hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn...
Living with Dementia and Fighting for a Dignified End with Ron Posno
Episode #54 - Ron Posno joins Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle as our guest on the #ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench podcast. Ron has a pl...
A Mother’s Influence Inspired Diane Dupuy’s Artistic Vision with Famous People Players
Episode #53 - The story of Diane Dupuy and the Famous People Players, a black light theatre company where all the performers are developmentally disab...
From Engineering to Intellectual Property Law and Beyond with Don Hewson
Episode #52 - Don Hewson is an intellectual property lawyer and resident of The Village of Erin Meadows in Mississauga, Canada. He has a background in...
Welcoming our new hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle
Episode #51 - Sharing our gratitude to Erin Davis & Doug Robinson as they pass the microphones to our new co-hosts Kathy Buckworth & Evelyn Brindle. ...
”If I can’t eat it, or read it, I don’t need it!” with Harold Quinn
Episode #50 - Harold Quinn, a resident at The Village of Arbour Trails in Guelph, joins Erin Davis & Doug Robinson to share his story from the Green B...
Dr. Jane Kuepfer on how spirituality in LTC & Retirement homes can build community
Episode #49 - Spirituality & Aging in Long-Term Care & Retirement homes can build connection and community. Erin Davis & Doug Robinson welcome Dr. Ja...
Benefits of #ElderWisdom and the Role of a DLO with Branka Matijevic
Episode #48 - Learn about what the Director of Lifestyle Options role is within the Retirement sections at Schlegel Villages as Erin Davis & Doug Robi...
Raising a musical family and quirky gardening with Angela Willis
Episode #47 - A woman who always has a song in her heart surrounded by music her whole life, Angela Willis joins Erin Davis and Doug Robinson from The...
BONUS | Resident Voices in Long-Term Care with OARC’s Melissa McVie & Devora Greenspon
Bonus Episode - Erin Davis and Doug Robinson are joined in this special episode with the Ontario Association of Residents' Councils, Melissa McVie, Di...