Our Free Webinars
Physical not social distancing
Our free webinars are designed for seniors to connect with others and access valuable information from the comfort of your own home
Upcoming Free Webinars
Jazz Concert
Who: This is designed for everyone!
Purpose: Feel good with jazz.
Brought up in a rich musical environment in Rio de Janeiro, Fernanda Cunha began her career in 1997 and has since toured Brazil, Europe and North America, performing at prestigious international jazz festivals.
Regular appearances at jazz festivals in Canada have helped to carve out a whole new fan base for Cunha’s post-bossa groove, and she repaid the compliment with her CD Brasil-Canada, released in 2009. She lives in Ontario, Canada.
When: Monday October 26th at 1:30pm
Cost: FREE
Where: In your living room through Zoom.us
Violin Concert
Who: This is designed for everyone!
Purpose: Enjoy a free concert.
Yuchen received his Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance from Wilfrid Laurier University studying under Jerzy Kapłanek and the Penderecki String Quartet. He also holds an ARCT Diploma in Violin Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music.
He has performed with the Windsor Symphony Orchestra, the National Youth Orchestra of Canada, and is currently a member of the World Doctors Orchestra. Yuchen enjoys playing chamber music with friends and was recently invited to perform at the Oberstdorfer Musiksommer Festival in Germany with his string quartet.
He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Medicine at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine.
When: Monday November 16th at 2:30 pm
Cost: FREE
Where: In your living room through Zoom.us
Zoom Video Training
Who: This is designed for everyone!
Purpose: Do you want to stay in touch with family and friends but don’t know how to use the technology?
As we are all required to maintain social distancing, online technology has become increasingly important.
This training will not only equip you to use the technology yourself, but we hope that you will also be able to train others!
This training will be ongoing throughout the coming months. Register for more details.
When: Ongoing
Cost: FREE
Where: In your living room through Zoom.us
Virtual Coffee Mornings
Who: Everyone is invited.
Purpose: Social distancing doesn’t mean we can’t be social! Freiheit Care Inc. invites you to join us for some interesting conversations and a chance to make new friends, from the security of your own home.
You bring the coffee and the conversations, we just facilitate it. Nothing will be recorded and this is a great opportunity to stay connected during the pandemic.
When: Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Cost: FREE
Where: In your living room through Zoom.us
Previous Free Webinars
A Piano Concert
Heidi entertained us with a variety of classical and contemporary pieces. It was a beautiful way to start the week.
Heidi says: “Music expresses emotions when words fail – both for the listener and for the musician.”
Music and medicine are her two greatest passions. She is currently in her fourth year of medical school at the University of Ottawa. In her spare time, she is also a professional pianist and a piano teacher. She started her journey in piano aged 5, studying in the Royal Conservatory of Music and achieving her Associate Diploma in Piano Performance at the age of 16. Since then she has played as a volunteer in various hospitals in Ottawa, performed for over 20+ retirement homes across Ottawa, and worked as a freelance pianist for weddings and events.
Heidi adds “Music has gifted me the unique opportunity to connect with people from all different walks of life and experiences – from death, sickness, grief to marriage, happiness and celebration – and for this, I am so grateful.”
Music with Nigel E. Harris
Singer/songwriter, producer, and music teacher Nigel E. Harris entertained us with well known songs. His business, Musical Wellness, is a catalyst for creating what he calls ‘love made visible’, the positive energy shift visible with people through the power of music. We all experienced this!
Nigel also teaches music online. Before the pandemic he regularly shared the power of music with seniors’ homes, hospitals, and group homes for developmentally disabled individuals. He was the musical director of a singing group for home-based early Alzheimers patients and their caregivers, through the Alzheimer Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County.
Music with Dai Bassett
Dai Bassett is a singer, songwriter, emcee, and entertainer. Dai’s many awards, accolades and positive reviews speak to his breadth of talent and ability to delight audiences everywhere. This “Welsh Guy with a Big Smile” has the rare gift of ensuring audiences are always entertained, thanks to his witty personality and ability to break into song, dance, or hilarious comedy. Dai has a special place in his heart for senior citizens and normally performs 300+ shows a year, including in retirement homes.
Retirement Living in the Age of Covid-19
Geraldine Dixon from Chartwell Retirement Residences gave this webinar presentation on the topic of retirement living during the COVID-19 pandemic. She told us about the wonderful initiatives taken by the staff and residents in the Chartwell retirement homes during the past few months. The presentation was followed by a Q&A session.
For any specific questions about the presentation, you can contact Geraldine Dixon here.
A Whimsical Journey
Rosa Stourac McCreery, a performer, theater director and enabler, made us laugh with a virtual clowning, story telling, and musical journey. She shared some Canadian folk songs with a whimsical twist and told us about her experiences as a Clown Doctor in the UK.
The 'Simon Clarke and Paul Anthony' Virtual Show
Drama
We showed two hilarious scenes by Jason Hildebrand Creative Arts followed by interesting discussions with Jason himself.
Staying Mentally Healthy
A joint webinar with the Nepean, Rideau and Osgoode Community Resource Centre, Christian Counselling Ottawa and Freiheit Care.
Coffee: From Seed to Cup
An exploration of the journey of coffee, from seed to cup.
Staying Safe from Covid-19
Dr. Mark Reimer answered questions on Covid, from a medical perspective.
Fall Prevention
Kinesiologist Spencer Rodd presented on fall prevention strategies and discussed some solutions and possible funding options.
Tax Tips
Lorne A. Cutler, P.Eng., MBA from LAC & Associates Consulting covered over 25 tax tips.
Email Lorne for a copy of his presentation.
Dementia Care
Dean Henderson, Director of Client/Clinical Services from The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County provided an overview of the brain, dementia and aging.
Activities in Motion
Meg Stickl, from Activities in Motion gave practical ways to stay healthy, no matter your age or disability.
our home care services
During this pandemic we know you want to reduce the risk of infection. That’s why our number one package offers exclusive caregivers, who only work with one client.
About Us
We are a family business, based in Ottawa. We are dedicated not only to giving you premium quality care, but also to valuing and investing in our staff. We believe you will notice the difference when you choose to work with us.
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613-518-8258
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Virtual Coffee Mornings
Who: Everyone is invited.
Purpose: Social distancing doesn’t mean we can’t be social! Freiheit Care Inc. invites you to join us for some interesting conversations and a chance to make new friends, from the security of your own home.
You bring the coffee and the conversations, we just facilitate it. Nothing will be recorded and this is a great opportunity to stay connected during the pandemic.
When: Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Cost: FREE
Where: In your living room through Zoom.us