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Dear Members and Non Members, It’s with excitement and honor as President of Activity Professionals of Ontario, that I have the opportunity to invite you to the 32nd Annual Convention in Scarborough, Ontario. The annual convention is something I look forward to every year. Over three days you will have the chance to met new people, but see old friends and colleagues too because many attend the convention annually. The atmosphere is somewhat of a family reunion where you will have the opportunity to share stories and catch up with old friends

as you take a step back from our busy professions for a three amazing days of networking, education, and celebration of our Profession!!!!!!!!! This year’s lineup is sure to peak everyone’s interest. From seminars on non-verbal communication to program development to taking a new look at the power of music, this year has something for everyone. We’ve also added an early bird session, Functional Fitness For Older Adults, where you will leave with a certificate from the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging (CCAA). For members, you’re of course also invited to attend the lunch AGM where we’ll be discussing what APO has accomplished this past year and our vision for the future, so please make yourself available to voice where you’d like to see us grow. Our goal of these arrangements is to allow you to expand your network and to get the most out of your time at Scarborough. There is a little something for everyone at convention. Once again, I hope to see many familiar faces this coming October. Even if this will be your first convention, you are very welcome to join. I am sure you’ll enjoy the entire event. I look forward to personally meeting everyone at convention - old faces and new. With Anticipation, Tammy Doxtator-Jones APO President

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No refunds will be granted after October 7th, 2016 Substitutions will be allowed subject to full membership fee

Social Agenda Information Dress Code - Business Casual / Thursday Breakfast wear your regional color (see page 9) Banquet - Construction Themed Attire Encouraged Extra Banquet ticket $75.00 (Day registration does NOT include a banquet ticket). Extra banquet tickets must be ordered prior to October 7th, 2016. If you have any dietary restrictions, allergies, etc. it is your responsibility to notify the Convention Chair by October 7th, 2016 at convention@activitypro.ca Hotel and booking information can be found on page 21 of this book. Registration forms used for this convention are the last 2 pages of this book or you can register online at http://apoo.wildapricot.org/event-2136983 Refer to the APO website for links for driving instructions. www.activitypro.ca If This Is Your First Convention This is a great opportunity to network so mingle around and if you are shy just look for any of the APO Executive as they would be more than happy to introduce you to other Activity Professionals. Also the Wednesday night Mix & Mingle is a great time to start having fun and making those important connections… but that’s just the start. We’ve organized a few other events throughout the convention designed for you to foster those relationships that will help you grow your professional circle. Consider this… Becoming an APO member entitles you to membership rates for the convention and you get the benefit of the APO newsletters, members only section of the website, access to document sharing including program plans, membership rates for workshops, free APO webinars, and unlimited networking opportunities. Download your membership form from the APO website and send it along with your registration. Joining at Convention time now means your membership is renewed based on that date, so you get to enjoy the APO benefits for a full calendar year. Have Convention Questions? Contact Michelle Proulx at convention@activitypro.ca

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Wednesday, October 19, 2016

11:00 - 3:00 Early Bird Breakout Session (extra cost)

2:00 - 5:00 Registration Table Open

4:00 - 5:00 Early Bird Speaker ~ Naomi Dyon Feeling Forgetful? Let’s Talk

8:00 Pool Party Mix & Mingle

Thursday, October 20, 2016

7:30 - 8:30 Regional Networking Breakfast

8:00 Registration Open

8:00 - 5:00 Exhibitors Hall Open

8:30 - 9:30 Keynote Speaker ~ Ron Martyn Has Tomorrow Arrived?

9:45 - 10:15 Coffee Break In Exhibitors Hall

10:30 - 12:00 S1 S2 S3

12:00 - 1:30 Lunch

12:30 - 1:30 AGM Wine & Cheese

1:45 - 3:15 S4 S5 S6

3:15 - 3:45 Coffee Break In Exhibitors Hall

3:45 - 5:15 S7 S8 S9

6:30 - 7:30 Cocktails ~ Cash Bar

7:30 - 10:00 Dinner & Awards Ceremony

9:00 - 10:00 Evening Party

Friday, October 21, 2016

7:45 - 8:45 Continental Breakfast ~ Morning Networking

8:00 - 12:00 Exhibitors Hall Open

8:00 - 9:30 Registration Open

9:00 - 11:00 S10 S11 S12

11:30 Hotel Check Out

11:45 - 12:45 Lunch

12:30 - 1:45 Endnote Speaker ~ Susan Stewart Seeing Change In A New “Light”

1:45 - 2:00 Closing Remarks and Farewell

Convention At A Glance

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FUNctional Fitness For Older Adults Workshop Presenter: Leslie Brown Presented by the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging, this workshop will mix active and theory learning. This pre conference workshop covers guidelines for physical activity and exercise for older adults in community, home care, adult day programs, retirement living and long term care settings. There will be an active exercise class focusing on functional fitness for falls prevention as well as exercise bursts throughout. The key topics discussed in this 4 hours session are functional mobility, program planning and guidelines, a restorative care overview and dementia tips and techniques for fitness programming. This workshop is based on research conducted by the CCAA with frail older adults. Who should take the Functional Fitness For Older Adults workshop? Any individual working with frail older adults who require assistance with ADL’s or mobility will benefit from this training. Those who are already leading exercise programs will learn new techniques for incorporating progression as well as exercises to improve strength, balance, flexibility and posture. The Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging (CCAA) investigates the interrelationship of physical activity and aging, and develops strategies, based on research, to promote the independence of older adults. Their mission is to develop, encourage and promote an active healthy lifestyle for Canadian adults that will enhance the dignity of the aging process.

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Early Bird Breakout Session

Wednesday, October 19 ~ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Additional Cost To Attend This Session: $75 per person If you are an APO member you will receive a $15 voucher that can be used towards any item at the APO store during this year's convention.

This session is limited to a maximum of 40 participants

Snacks and refreshments will be provided

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If you had problems with your memory would you want to talk about it? Do staff, residents or families ever venture into discussions about how people with dementia are feeling about life and memory loss? Unfortunately the stigma attached to dementia is so great that many people carry the emotional burden of living with memory loss alone, without support from their network of loved ones and care providers. This early bird talk will discuss the findings of a study that focused on learning about the thoughts and feelings of individuals living with moderate dementia in a long-term care home. We then discuss how we can use this information to open up the lines of communication between residents and staff/family/visitors. We will share information and tools for best practices when engaging people with dementia in conversation. Participants will learn how to validate feelings and facilitate peer support groups for people living with memory loss.

Naomi Dyon

Feeling Forgetful? Let’s Talk Tips And Tools To Start The

Conversation!

Early Bird Speaker

Wednesday, October 19 ~ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Want to know more about Naomi? To check out her background click the link

NAOMI DYON

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Join us on Wednesday night by the pool while we relax and have some fun because there is no better way to kick off your Convention experience than enjoying some music and the

company of other Activity Professionals

Cash Bar & Snacks Dress Code: Casual Beach Attire

Here are your Region Reps

East Region - Browen Weeks Central Region - Vacant

South Region - Heather Vokey North Region - Vacant

Regional Networking Breakfast (7:30 - 8:30)

Time to make those important connections with other Activity Professionals in your region. Our Region Reps will be separating the area into 4 different colors to help you better identify others in your region. Please see the list below for your regions color.

East Region - Green

Central Region - Yellow South Region - Purple North Region - Orange

* We encourage all delegates to dress in their regional color and show true spirit *

Pool Party Mix & Mingle

Wednesday, October 19 ~ 8:00 PM

Regional Networking Breakfast

Wednesday, October 19 ~ 7:30 AM

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Has Tomorrow Arrived? According to Malcom Gladwell, a “tipping point is that magic moment when an idea, trend, or social behavior crosses a threshold, tips, and spreads like wildfire.” While such moments can cause a major positive shift in fashion or product popularity, a tipping point can also trigger an unexpectedly fast shift in unforeseen and potentially negative directions. Building on Gladwell’s premise, Ron Martyn will explore the tipping point phenomena in relation to current trends in activation and recreation in care communities today. By relating what is happening today, and what could happen within 12 months, Martyn will assert that recreation as we know it today is on the threshold of a major transformation – a true tipping point for the profession. While changes in care practices (some that are in place now, and others that have been proposed) purport possible enhanced care and services to our clients, the potential for adverse outcomes cannot be ignored. On one hand the impact on clients could be detrimental, and on the other, recreation as we know it today could be destroyed. The conference theme is about building a better tomorrow today. Without our attention as recreation professionals, there may not be a tomorrow for more than half of us working in long term care today. And if this becomes a reality, the impact would likely spill over to other sectors. Ron will propose strategies for all to consider. Come prepared to challenge, and be challenged. Tomorrow has arrived!

Ron Martyn

Has Tomorrow Arrived?

Keynote Speaker

Thursday, October 20 ~ 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Want to know about Ron and the amazing team at Silver Meridian Click Here: Silver Meridian

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Non-Verbal Communication: Creative Ways To Include People With Diminishing Verbal Language Skills In Social Interactions

Presenter: Christine Novy Christine will use multi-media to report on a recent arts reminiscence program called 'Remembering Yesterday, Caring Today' that was offered for the first time in Canada at Carefor Health & Community Services Carling Adult Day Program in the fall of 2015. The program is designed to address the social isolation experienced by people living with dementia and to equip their family caregivers with practical ideas and skills to support and strengthen their relationship. During the presentation Christine will be highlighting how non-verbal communication (for example, the use of visuals, objects and embodied creative expression) can be used to enable people living with dementia (and/or with diminishing verbal language skills) to participate fully in social interactions. Working in small groups attendees will explore ways to incorporate non-verbal communication into a simple reminiscence activity. Each small group will then be invited to present their experience and we will discuss how these non-verbal communication skills can be adapted to different work settings and schedules. Learning Objectives: 1) 4 different ways to include non-verbal communication in an activity so that the activity is

inclusive of people living with dementia and others who may have difficulty following and/or contributing.

2) First-hand experience incorporating at least one form of non-verbal communication (alongside verbal communication) in a small group reminiscence activity.

3) Different ways to transfer these ideas/skills to specific attendee work contexts.

The Science Behind Aromatherapy And Its Effects On Moods And Emotions Presenter: Eli Gilbert, B.Sc. This presentation will give an introduction to the science behind aromatherapy and its application. Learn why aromatherapy using pure, therapeutic grade essential oils can be so effective for mood enhancement, emotional balancing, anxiety, stress relief, and so much more. Experience some of these essential oils first hand, and see how easy it can be to incorporate them into daily programs and activities to enhance resident experiences.

Learning Objectives: 1) To promote an understanding of what an essential oil actually is, and why pure essential oil

diffusion does have real therapeutic benefits. 2) To give attendees insight into how essential oils work to enhance mood and balance

emotions, providing scientific explanations as to the mechanisms behind it all. 3) To provide activity professionals with suggestions as to potential ways to include essential

oil aromatherapy into the current programs in their facilities.

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 10:30 - 12:00

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Fad or Fundamental: Managing Responsive Behaviours Through Montessori Programming Presenters: Marg Pattillo & Kim Dennis We hear about Montessori programming all the time but is truly valuable and does it work? Learn about the value of Montessori programming in creating a more effective and sustainable responsive behaviours program. We will review a case study and planning tools that demonstrate integration of Montessori interventions into care plans and referral/transfer processes needed to the frontline staff. Together we help to develop more insight into how a Montessori plan can help to improve publicly-reported quality indicators, build on your existing programs and how these interventions can affect funding. Learning Objectives: 1) Key relationships – Building Montessori interventions to break down silos between

departments 2) Linkages of funding and Montessori 3) Montessori Interventions and their positive affect on Publicly Reported Quality Indicators

The Annual General Meeting will be held over lunch hour. The format for this year’s AGM has will mimic that of last year with more focus on the future direction of APO and what we are doing with the membership to see us into the next years. Please join us for this very important meeting. If you are unable to attend the meeting please don’t forget to sign your proxy form and send it will someone so that you can still have a say in the future of your organization.

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 10:30 - 12:00

Thursday, October 20, 2016 12:30 - 1:30

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Going Places – How to Create an Engaging Travel Activity Presenter: Gloria Hoffner Long Term Care residents are a well traveled and diverse population. This session will provide two ready to use travel programs including: music, recipes, art projects, international games and trivia. Let’s kick start your travel programs. Outline of Session: Introduction – the research behind travel program benefits Presentation – Information from US Census and others on the make-up and travel

experience of residents in long term care and staff working in the communities. Information on food, music, trivia, games from two European counties. Hands-on practical trying of the games, food, music. Learning Objectives: 1) Participants will be able to explain the need to incorporate travel programs into the activity

calendar by knowing the research on the travel experience of residents, the diversity of long term care population and staff and the brain benefits to learning about new culture.

2) Participants will be able to take what they learn at this session and plan a travel program for a one hour, one day, a week of activities or a monthly travel activity.

3) Participants will be able to leave the session with two ready to use programs from food to music and from trivia to group games for two Northern European countries.

The Meaning Of Life Through Spiritual Expression Presenters: Angela Hallendy Spirituality is more that just a gathering of residents who listen to a leader in a mass or church. Focusing on person-centred care this session will help Activity Professionals look at different approaches to individual client spirituality and spirit-based groups. It will cover the importance that spirituality plays in our daily lives and those of our clientele. Together we will explore how spiritual programs can be utilized to improve the well-being of those we interact with and ways we can use spiritual programs to reduce behaviours. Learning Objectives: 1) Participants will learn to develop and implement spiritual programs. 2) Participants will examine and understand different approaches when offering spirit-based

group programs. 3) Participants will understand the multi layered benefits of spiritual expression programs.

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 1:45 - 3:15

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Program Development For Clients With Dementia Presenters: Donna Ray A success story based on experience at a long term care home in the Maritimes with 36 residents with dementia on two secure units. The key was establishing a schedule of programs throughout the day in the home areas. The programs were designed to support the losses associated with dementia: short/often and small; the schedule established a daily routine for the residents and there were many opportunities throughout the week for individual residents to benefit by participating in these programs. In this presentation, you will see: some programs that are already in your calendar; some of the materials you are currently using and you will also see some new twists on existing programs and materials as well as some new ideas and the inspiration to try them. Learning Objectives: 1) Differentiate between the needs of clients/residents with "early-to-mid dementia" and those

with "normal aging-to-early dementia" as they relate to programming goals and objectives. 2) Identify at least three strategies used to develop programming for clients with early-to-mid

stage dementia. 3) Apply these strategies in the development of appropriate programs based on the examples

provided.

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 1:45 - 3:15

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Gateway To The Brain: Mediterranean Vinegars For Program Enrichment In Stimulating Clients Senses Presenter: Mitchell Hewson Come and experience this wonderful sensation of making a Mediterranean Vinegar. Participants will be working with, fresh herbs, garlic and spices in creating and designing their own culinary masterpiece in a beautiful glass container. Included will be ten recipes for meat, marinades, salads and other culinary uses. A great session to touch, taste and experience the world of nature through rebooting the brain (neuroplasticity). A wonderful sensual project to stimulate and motivate your clients in working with fresh, organic materials to nurture the body and soul Learning Objectives: 1) Participants will learn how to grow, harvest a variety of herbs to make and design a

Mediterranean vinegar. 2) Participants will be able to use this sensual activity to improve and promote client’s skill

level and positive strengths. 3) This multi-task project will build client’s self-esteem through a meaningful activity to

promote quality and dignity of life. This session is limited to 40 registrants

How To Develop A Resident Centred Plan Of Care Presenter: Soo Ching Kikuta Care planning is an important responsibility of the Activity Professionals. Care plans are often criticized as not useful, lengthy and generic. The goal of this presentation is to provide you with practical strategies on how to create an individualized and meaningful care plans. The presentation will be interactive, and participants will practice critiquing care plans. Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation, participants will: 1) Understand the plan of care requirements related to the Retirement Homes and Long-Term

Care Homes Acts. 2) Increase their knowledge of the care planning components and processes. 3) Increase their knowledge and skills on how to develop an individualized and meaningful

activity plan of care.

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 3:45 - 5:15

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How To Incorporate Laugher In And Out Of The Workplace Presenters: Lisa Scriver As a Recreation Therapist and a Certified Laugher Leader Lisa will present a laughter therapy program as a way to stay healthy, have fun, and deal with stress. Attendees of this session will participate in a laughter program to not only understand how to implement this program within their facilities but also apply it to their daily life. People who laugh together work better together. Learning Objectives: 1) Understand the components of a laughter session. 2) Describe the six-part learning of the Good Hearted Living. 3) Differentiate between laughter and humour.

Some sessions have limited registration space so sign up early. We ask that delegates refrain from switching breakout sessions if possible. If you would like to

switch sessions after you register you MUST speak with the Convention Chair when picking up your registration package but know this may not be possible.

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 3:45 - 5:15

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Art As Therapy Presenter: Vanessa De Groot As adults we do not give ourselves permission to play. Often we have been told that we are not creative or good at art and therefore never pick up a paint brush or pencil ever again. You don’t have to be good at art to enjoy it and the benefits. Learn how art can be used to change and enhance the lives of many seniors, while providing you with creative activities you can take back to work. You’re not getting off that easy though, you’ll be invited to paint your very own master piece! Learning Objectives: 1) The benefits of creating art for seniors and how it can impact their lives. 2) Provide participants with a list of tools that they can take back to work with them and try

out. 3) Experience first-hand the benefits of creative.

A Volunteer Communication Strategy: Steps To Diving Recruitment, Engagement and Leadership Presenter: Michelle Proulx We know that volunteers are out there but how do we attract them to us. Finding volunteers and keeping them is not always as easy as it seems. Major organizations have spent thousands of hours studying, developing and refining their volunteer recruitment strategies and found that, not surprisingly, communication is key. We will look at strategies developed by top North American volunteer organizations and using their methodologies as a base you will see how to boost your organization’s volunteer recruitment, engagement and retention rates, no matter your size.

Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation, participants will: 1) Get a better understanding of the current volunteer population.

2) Learn strategies to help improve existing volunteer programs.

3) Be given better insight into the best ways to communicate with volunteers.

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Friday, October 21, 2016 9:00 - 11:00

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After Henry - Best Practices In The Use Of Personal Listening Devices Presenters: Thyra Andrews & Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau The story of “Henry” has gained momentum and the idea of iPod therapy has been trending in Recreation circles and beyond. Suddenly everyone is suggesting an iPod as the answer to behaviours. But do you know how to mitigate potential risks when using this approach? Are you aware of the benefits and best practices? Join Thyra Andrews (MA, MTA, AVAPT), President of New Song Music Therapy and Tracey Adams-Thibaudeau, Director of Programs at Fieldstone Commons as they take you through their music journey and guide you through some easy ways that you can set up a successful program using personal listening devices. Learning Objectives: 1) Improved understanding of the usage, benefits and best practices of personal listening

devices in a Long-Term Care setting. 2) Understanding of how to safeguard a resident when using a personal listening device 3) Gain tools that will help you guide healthy discussions with families and other health

professionals around this approach. 4) Hear about a successful collaboration between New Song Music Therapy, Fieldstone

Commons Care Community and how we utilized our students from Centennial and Seneca Colleges.

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Friday, October 21, 2016 9:00 - 11:00

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With her signature high energy and humour, Susan will challenge our existing perceptions and beliefs about change and offers ways to embrace the unknown and unexpected. Through telling her personal story of struggle with a major change that occurred in her professional life, Susan will reveal our sources of stress in the face of change and share what she has learned (the hard way) about how to continue to thrive as our lives evolve. Susan Stewart is a comedian, author, and speaker who is on a mission to help people reclaim their joyful true nature by seeing the lighter side of the changes and challenges that unfold in life. Susan is the author of “Reaching The Laugh Resort: Why Remembering Who You (Really) Are Is Worth The Jet Lag”, “Your New Lenses Are Ready For Pick Up: A Guide To Seeing The Lighter Side Of Life”, and “You Gotta Laugh: Wit & Wisdom About Not Taking Life (Or Yourself) Too Seriously”.

Susan Stewart

YOUR NEW LENSES ARE READY FOR PICK UP: Seeing Change In A

New “Light”

Endnote Speaker

Friday, October 21 ~ 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM

Want to learn more about Susan? Check out her website and videos at

www.susanstewart.ca

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Amenities

2035 Kennedy Road Toronto, Ontario

M1T 3G2 1-800-268-1133

Our block of rooms at reduced APO Group Rates will be held until

Monday, October 3rd, 2016 or until all are reserved, which ever comes first.

APO 2015 Group Rate:

Rates are per room per night, subject to applicable taxes Room pricing will be extended for 3 days prior and post

event dates. Take in the sights of Toronto with your family or enjoy the great amenities within the hotel like the pool with waterslide or one of three delicious restaurants on site.

This is a pet friendly hotel! If you wish to bring along your furry loved one there is a single charge of $35 for the duration of your stay.

Right of the 401 Highway Complimentary parking

Complimentary internet access Access to indoor water park

In-room mini fridge / adjoining rooms (limited availability, must request upon booking)

Fitness Centre

RESERVATIONS

By Phone: 1-800-268-1133 with a major credit card and ensure to quote the group name “Activity Professionals of Ontario”

Online: Convention Registration

2 Queen Beds / 1 King Bed $159.00

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