Work out your body and brain Staying fit both mentally and physically has been a priority for Connie since turning 50. “I have maintained a very active lifestyle and I was over 80 when I joined Cummings,” says Connie. “Now approaching 89, I have never looked back!” Who is Connie? Connie [...]
During his lifetime, it was important for Herb Paperman to help the less fortunate. Even after his passing in 2017, his legacy lives on with the recent announcement from the Paperman family of a generous bequest he made to the Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors Foundation to help vulnerable seniors. Over the years, Herb [...]
If you have Alzheimer's disease or another kind of dementia, you may be worried about how to best maintain your independence. This is a common concern especially for those who are adjusting to a new diagnosis, but there are a number of simple things you can do that will help as your [...]
Lern vegn undzere yerushe* Meaning: To learn about our heritage in Yiddish From topics ranging from Yiddish language, Jewish history and folklore to Jewish criminals and so much more, Janie Respitz has been teaching all things Jewish at the Cummings Centre for close to 30 years. “I am passionate about all [...]
Learn and grow through the woodworking apprenticeship program Since retiring two years ago, Hershey Fitleberg has been a faithful member of the woodworking team five days a week. ”I was always a weekend warrior and loved working with my hands, but I never thought I would have the opportunity to hone [...]
Keep your brain active Keep your brain active and stimulated as you age pursuing creative outlets at the Cummings Centre. Transitioning to retirement can be exciting for some and daunting for others. After decades of giving back in so many ways to employers‚ children and aging parents, retirement brings on a new [...]
Finding her niche The Cummings Centre is the perfect fit for exercise enthusiast Connie Abramovitch. Since taking an active role in the organisation five years ago, the longstanding member has not looked back. Connie's passion Abramovitch has developed a passion for the cardio dance and aerobics classes, offered Mondays and Wednesday [...]
The Cummings Centre Workout Studio is equipped with cable-based strength training machines. Working with cable-based machines offers many benefits over the use of seated single-muscle weight machines. Isolation First and foremost, because you are standing as opposed to seated, cable machines activate your core muscles – abs, lower back, hips and [...]
Over his many years teaching at the Cummings Centre, Concordia University Professor of Music and Ethnomusicologist, Craig Morrison, has welcomed music lovers and lifelong learners to his classes. "My goal is to make the music come alive for the varied participants by presenting songs and performers in the cultural context of [...]
The world of technology is open to all to explore at Cummings and staying connected has never been easier. Whether keeping in touch with a grandchild living out of town or indulging in online shopping. Providing our members with opportunities to expand their learning through technology is a priority. Take the tech challenge [...]