Edmonton Peer Events
Peer and Family Social Event with Guest Speaker, Brock E. Masters - September 1, 2010
Wednesday, September 1st, 2010
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, Unit 3B, Quiet Atrium, 10230 - 111 Avenue, Edmonton
The evening will include topics such as:
- Staying active; Life with medical supplies/adapting to the change; Intimacy and body change; How you see yourself and how it impacts relationships.
Born in 1980, Brock was diagnosed with Spinal Bifida at the age of 10. As a result, Brock underwent a battery of surgery enabling him to maintain his ability to walk and maintain some sensation in his lower limbs. Brock has been using intermittent catheters since the age of 12 and had colostomy surgery in 2000, which he says has provided him with a better quality of life. Brock continues to stay active through weight lifting, wheelchair and cycling.
RSVP/for more information, contact: Roswitha at 780-424-6312, ext. 2241 or roswitha.dziwenko@cpa-ab.org
SPONSORED BY HOLLISTER
Ladies Night
Ladies Night held on August 26th was a great success with 17 people in attendance, made up of CPA members along with one caregiver and some family members. It was an educational and informative evening, with laughter, tears, sharing stories and experiences enjoyed by all. Guest speaker for the evening was Heather Kuttai, author of the book Maternity Rolls - available through major book stores and at www.fernwoodpublishing.ca
RSVP Deadline - No later than noon on Monday, August 23, 2010
Annual Barbecue THANK YOU!
On July 8th, a fabulous summer evening, over 100 volunteers, peers and staff gathered at Emily Murphy Park for the Annual CPA Barbecue hosted by the Edmonton office. From all accounts, it was an evening of great fun, good food and comraderie. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this event.
Stay posted for information about more upcoming events - contact Roswitha Dziwenko at 780-424-6312, ext. 2241 or roswitha.dziwenko@cpa-ab.org
Information is also posted as it becomes available on the CPA (Alberta) Facebook page.