Sholom Shishim (Seniors)

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Sholom Shishim Lunch & Learn with Dan Levitt, BC Seniors Advocate
Tuesday, July 22 at 12:00 pm at Temple Sholom

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Dan Levitt, British Columbia Seniors Advocate, will be speaking about current issues for B.C. seniors, the Office of the Seniors Advocate (OSA), and its recent reports.

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The OSA monitors and analyzes seniors services and issues in B.C., and makes recommendations to government and service providers to address systemic issues. The services which the Office monitors are in five key areas: health care, housing, income supports, community supports and transportation. The OSA collaborates with service providers, government and health authorities to improve effectiveness, efficiency and outcomes.

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Lunch provided by Nava Creative Kosher Cuisine:

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OPTION 1: Susy’s Cheese Blintzes with Homemade Strawberry-Rhubarb Sauce and Sour Cream

OPTION 2: Vegan Buddha Bowl: Crispy tofu, Rice noodle, pickled carrot, radish and cucumber

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Served with Roasted Garlic Hummus, Israeli Salad and Pita

Assorted pastries for dessert.

COST: $18 Temple Sholom member, $28 Non-member

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REGISTER HERE

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BIO: Dan Levitt has tirelessly championed the rights of seniors for 30 years at the provincial, national and international levels.

Prior to his appointment as B.C.’s Seniors Advocate, Dan held leadership positions in senior-living and long-term care homes in the Lower Mainland for more than ten years where he helped shape a dementia-friendly future for seniors and their loved ones.

He was an adjunct professor of gerontology at both Simon Fraser University and a former sessional instructor at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. He has also been a surveyor with Accreditation Canada, reviewing quality improvement and person-centred care at long-term care homes and community-based service providers across the country.

He is a certified health executive with the Canadian College of Health Leaders and achieved Fellowship status in the college in July 2024. He also received the Young Executive Award presented by the BC Lower Mainland Chapter Executive of the Canadian College of Health Leaders. On the global stage, Levitt recently served as a member of the board of directors of the Global Ageing Network and the International Federation on Ageing.

Dan earned an undergraduate degree from the UBC and masters degree from the University of North Texas, Center for Studies in Aging. He has served on the board of directors for the Denominational Health Association and the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia. He is inspired by the aging journeys of his grandparents and great-grandparents, and is now supporting his parents, who are living life to the fullest in their mid-80s.

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Sholom Shishim Lunch & a Concert Presentation - Opera 101
Tuesday, August 12 at 12:00 pm at Temple Sholom

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You hear it on TV, in movies, on stage, and even from some buskers in our fine city. We all know opera is everywhere now, but how did that happen?

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Join scintillating soprano Chloé Hurst and scruffy baritone Aaron Durand on a 250-year journey through this beautiful art form. Together, we'll explore the first comedic opera, sparkling bel canto music, lush and romantic Czech writing, and so much more. This is Opera 101 Vancouver!

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Lunch is hosted by the Jewish Women International Foundation BC (JWI BC), in memory of Sara Ciacci z"l and her legacy of supporting food security in Vancouver. Donations to Temple Sholom's Caring Community Fund, in honour of Sara's legacy, at the time of registration will be greatly appreciated.

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Lunch provided by Nava Creative Kosher Cuisine:

OPTION 1: Egg salad sandwiches on soft bread

OPTION 2: Roasted vegetables and hummus on soft bread (Vegan)

Served with orange coleslaw

Fruit platter for dessert

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Registration is required to attend as there is limited space available.

‍REGISTER HERE