CONNECTIONS Spring Retreat

Anchors Away!

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The SBIA family set sail from the Parktown Hotel in Saskatoon on a Cruise ship March 16 and returned to home port on the afternoon of March 17.

Ports of call were in Greece, where we had a delicious dinner Saturday evening, followed by a

stop in the Middle East where we were entertained by dancers. Even more entertaining was the audience participation.

We also had a stop in India where Samya Vellani and friends decorated hands with Mendhii artwork. During the evening social passengers were able to have photos taken on the ship’s deck or play deck games like Plinko, Ring Toss, Jelly Bean Guess, Steeple Chase to win prizes.

On Sunday morning, after breakfast we hit Latin America and took in a modified Zumba class. Likely more calories were burned laughing at ourselves and each other than from the actual fitness class.

Spring 2013

Inside this issue:

Upcoming Events:

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The Saskatchewan Lieutenant Governor will honour Moose Jaw Chapter Rep, Leslie Good.

Find information regarding our regular programming. All programs are free of charge.

Annual Survivor & Family Camp is being held June 14-16, 2013. Registration information inside this issue.

“Then followed that beautiful season…

Summer… Filled was the air with a dreamy

and magical light; and the landscape.

Lay as if new created in all the freshness of childhood.”

- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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Captain Glenda James welcomed everyone to the ship after registration and a salad and sandwich buffet lunch on Saturday. She also introduced the Cruise Ship Recreation and Event Planner, Tracey Monette.

Tracey introduced the first speaker to the survivors; Maureen Paydli Hall, a Speech Language Pathologist at Saskatoon City Hospital. Maureen presented on Social Interactions following Brain Injury. The survivor group was very engaged in what Maureen had to share and was happy to take part in the social interactions practice. There were lots of questions and dialogue.

Meanwhile, the families and caregivers were in another meeting room with Launel J. Scott, Area Director for Bayshore Home Health discussing the topic Taking Care of Each Other. Maureen Paydli Hall then joined the caregivers session.

Craft time involved decorating paper wristwatches. They were beyond fabulous! During free time, people played cards, worked on the watches, napped, and visited. For many folks, the social interaction is the best part of the retreat.

“Ahoy!” From the Spring Retreat Cruise

Report by: Erin Hidlebaugh

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The day ended on a high note with supper, entertaining dancing and wrapped up with Cruise Ship games.

After a wonderful breakfast, we were inspired by the story shared by to Heather and Emilia Becker. Emilia and her brothers were injured in an accident in October 2006 when the school bus they were in ran a yield sign. Emilia and Heather spoke together in an integrated presentation from both an injured daughter and her caregiver mother’s point of view. It was truly inspiring and humbling.

The retreat ended with lunch following a Latin dance-inspired workout – Zumba!

After lots of pats on the back, handshakes and hugs, all the passengers departed for home.

More photos can be found on the SBIA Facebook Page.

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Saskatchewan Brain Injury Association !

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2013 Survivor & Family Camp

June 14, 15, & 16

At Arlington Beach Camp & Conference Centre

Come!join!the!fun!and!create!summer!memories!!!With!the!backdrop!of!beautiful!prairie!sunsets!and!gorgeous!lake!views,!this!fun!weekend!features!interactive!sessions!for!both!ABI!Survivors!and!their!family!members,!musical!entertainment,!creative!crafts,!indoor!and!outdoor!games,!

delicious!food,!an!evening!social!and!opportunity!to!create!lasting!friendships!and!memories!!

There!will!be!a!Fireworks!Display!courtesy!of:!

Bazaar & Novelty D & S Fireworks

For more information contact Shantelle Seibel, SBIA Program & Events Coordinator

at sbia.events@sasktel.net !

You can register online at: www.sbia.ca/camp.aspx

Or, mail in the registration and health form (inside this issue)

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Lodge

Sherwood Hall

Fire Pit

Horses

Mini Golf

RV Parking

Beach House

Camp Map § Blankets or Sleeping Bag, double size

flat sheets and pillowcases

§ Towels

§ Toothbrush

§ Toothpaste

§ Soap

§ Shaving Gear

§ Clothing for 3 days – layers to change with the weather

§ Personal Items like pads, special utensils, medications, toiletries

§ Sunscreen and Insect Repellant

§ Hat: if you plan on being outside

Packing List

Camp Rules § Show Respect for Others

§ Relax & Enjoy the company & the Surroundings

§ Look after Yourself – Rest when you need to

§ Engage in Acts of Kindness – Offer help

§ Smoke only outside

§ No Drinking

§ If you cannot sit through a presentation, visit the Displays or craft activities

§ Participate in any way you are able

In Memoriam – Judy Paradis

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We are saddened to lose a friend from the Saskatchewan Brain Injury family.

Judy Paradis passed away Saturday, December 29, 2012, at the age of 64 in Prince Albert.

She left to celebrate her life, her husband Claude; daughter Micheline, sisters and brothers, nieces and nephews and good friends.

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After Judy was no longer able to work, she joined the Prince Albert Chapter of SBIA. She looked forward to the walk each year and liked nothing better than attending camp at Arlington Beach with Micheline or Pat Jenkins. Judy and Micheline celebrated her 60th birthday in 2008 at camp.

Like many survivors at camp, Judy appreciated the break from everyday struggles, home care and isolation. She welcomed the fresh air, activities like horseback riding, canoeing, garage sales and connecting with new and old friends.

She will be remembered for her kindness, generous spirit, sense of humour and love of animals.

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Dates: September 25-27, 2013

Where: Kingston, Ontario

Website: www.biac-aclc.ca

BIAC National Conference

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Register Online and

Start Collecting Pledges

Our Programs More information can be found at: www.sbia.ca/programs.aspx

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Regina

Survivor Support Group • When: Thursdays, 11:30 – 12:30 • Where: Wascana Rehab Centre Drumming Group • When: Wednesdays, 1:30 – 2:30pm • Where: St. James United Church SURFACES (ages 18-35) • When: Fridays, 7:00 – 9:00pm • Where: SARBI Regina • Partner program with SARBI SOAR (ages 12-17) • Where: Various locations in Regina • When: Saturdays, 1:30 – 4:00pm • Partner program with SARBI Moose Jaw Chapter Support Meeting • SBIA Office • When: TBD Walking • Where: Yara Centre • Any survivor can visit the Yara Centre

for walking free of charge • Contact Leslie Good for more info

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Yorkton

Chapter Support Group • Where and Times TBD Prince Albert Chapter Meeting • When: Last Thursday of the Month • Where: 1313 Gillmor Crescent Bowling Group • When: Mondays • Minto Bowl • Cost: $3 for 2 games Saskatoon Chapter Support Meeting • When: 3rd Mondays at 7:00pm • Where: Sherbrooke Community

Centre Walking Group • When: Thursdays at 6:30pm • Where: Saskatoon Fieldhouse Drumming Group • When: Tuesdays at 6:30pm • Time: 7:00pm • Where: SARBI

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www.sbia.ca/brain-boogie.aspx

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For his tireless volunteer work, Good will be one of eight people in Saskatchewan to receive the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal this year.

While SBIA is honoured to receive the majority of Good’s volunteer hours since he started with us in 1993. He is a busy man and many organizations in Southern Saskatchewan benefit from his loyalty and dedication.

Good has been an active volunteer in Saskatchewan since his family returned in 1992. In addition to SBIA, Good volunteers with Wascana Rehabilitation Centre in Regina, Knights of Columbus (he was instrumental in the adopt-a-highway program), Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada, Brain Injury Association of Canada, Pioneer Lodge, Special Olympics, Meals on Wheels in Qu’Appelle and his church.

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The former military man has a way with numbers and served as treasurer with many organizations over the years, everything from

Boy Scouts to Moose Jaw’s Chapter of SBIA. Not only is Good the treasurer for Moose Jaw Chapter of SBIA, after attending

Chapter meetings in Regina he started the Moose Jaw Chapter five years ago.

In addition to his volunteer work with organizations, Good has helped fellow brain injury surviors research, find and apply for benefits and tax breaks.

Accompanying Good to the ceremony are his wife Kathy, their

daughter April, his sister and nominator Leanne, and good friend Barb Butler. Those being honoured will have the medals presented to them April 23, 2013 at Government House, in Regina.

Moose Jaw Chapter Rep, Leslie Good To be Honoured by

Lt. Gov, Vaughn Solomon Schofield

Annual General Meeting Saturday, June 15, 2013

at 6:15 pm

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Call for Resolutions: Chapters and affiliated SBIA Chapter Support Groups may submit resolutions for consideration by the membership: All Resolutions MUST: § Include the date of the membership

meeting at which the resolution received majority approval

§ Include a reason for such action § Be received in the SBIA office, NO LATER

THAN June 3, 2013 (Resolutions are requests for action taken by the Provincial Association)

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Call for Nominations: § Chapters and Support Groups may make

nominations (with WRITTEN consent) for election to the SBIA Board

§ ALL nominees MUST be SBIA members in good standing effective May 1, 2011

§ Please Email nominations to: info_sbia@sasktel.net or Mail to Box 3842, Regina SK S4P 3Y3.

§ Please include ATTN: Governance Committee Chair

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What: The ABI Central Outreach Team and the Saskatoon Chapter of the Saskatchewan Brain Injury Association are pleased to host a Family Caregiver evening. The evening consists of family members who have volunteered to share their journey through the ABI recovery process. Refreshments will be provided. Where: Sherbrooke Community Centre in the Carter room. Address: 401Acadia Drive Who Should Attend: We invite family members and caregivers who have a family member with an acquired brain injury to attend this evening event. This is an opportunity to focus on family and caregivers for education, sharing and networking. To assist in our planning, please contact us at 306-655-7743 to let us know if you are planning to attend.

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When: May 1, 2013

7:00 – 9:00pm

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3843

Regina, SK S4P 3Y3

Saskatoon Office: 230 Ave. R. South

SPH Residence, Room 422 Saskatoon, SK S7M 2Z1

Southern Office: #322-310 Main St. N.

Moose Jaw, SK S6H 3K1

Phone: 1.888.373.1555 Website: www.sbia.ca Email: info_sbia@sasktel.net