29 May
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Survivors tell their own stories — through photography

Andrew McCutcheonMay 29, 2022

They say a photo is a thousand words; but are there enough words out there to truly depict the hardships and trauma associated with being a survivor of elder abuse?

The Kerby Centre runs a shelter for those fleeing elder abuse: whether it be physical, emotional or financial, it’s a place where individuals can find refuge when they need it most.

Kerby Centre, in partnership with the University of Calgary, hosted an exhibit of photography from May 16 to May 20 in recognition of Victims and Survivors of Crime week. This photography was done by those who have experienced this refuge first...

2 Sep
Current Events

Heading into Fall

Larry MathiesonSeptember 2, 2021

Writing this article in mid-August for the September edition makes me wish I was either an Epidemiologist or a Fortune Teller.  During August we cautiously began to open programing and services in Veiner and Kerby Centres. Meals on Wheels operated...

10 Aug
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Kerby expands to Medicine Hat

Richard ParkerAugust 10, 2021

My name is Richard Parker and I am President of the Kerby Centre Board of Directors. I am very pleased to tell you that on Aug. 3, 2021, Kerby will start delivering services and programs at the Veiner Centre in...

5 Aug
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The power in a name

Larry MathiesonAugust 5, 2021

This month marks a new beginning for our organization. We have been working for several months now with the staff at the city of Medicine Hat to transition the operation of Meals on Wheels, Strathcona Centre and Veiner Centre to...

28 Jul
Current Events

LGBTQA2S+ trailblazer honoured

Andrew McCutcheon + Stephen DitchburnJuly 28, 2021

The City of Calgary often honours famous locals by naming the various green spaces and parks located within after individuals. Lois Szabo is one of the latest people to have a space named for her. The Lois Szabo Commons is located...

5 Jul
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Elder abuse rates rise over COVID-19

Andrew McCutcheonJuly 5, 2021

Elder abuse is not often talked about for the threat that exists to a vulnerable population in Canada and the world over. June 15 was marked as “World Elder Abuse Awareness Day,” and people are asked to wear purple to mark...

22 Jun
Current Events

A summer of support

Larry MathiesonJune 22, 2021

We are excited to have the opportunity to support older adults in Alberta, outside of the city of Calgary. Our team has been working with the staff at the City of Medicine Hat for the past few months. We’re creating...

1 Jun
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The music of my generation

Barbara EllisJune 1, 2021

Recently during one of PBS’s pledge drives, they featured one of my very favourite performers: Perry Como. As I sat watching and enjoying the music a feeling of nostalgia came over me. I fell in love with this music in...

1 Apr
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Behind the tricksters

Andrew McCutcheonApril 1, 2021

Checking the news headlines on April 1 is always a gamble, every single year. Many organizations will put out their jokes and japes to celebrate the annual holiday of pranks, trying to catch readers unaware for a light laugh. With consistent headlines...

25 Mar
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Pride in our volunteers

Larry MathiesonMarch 25, 2021

A message from Kerby Centre CEO Larry Mathieson I looked for a definition of volunteerism online this morning. Volunteerism: the use or involvement of volunteer labour, especially in community services. A little uninspiring, given how volunteering really changes the world. Most years,...