Author Archives: webmaven

World Conference on Active Ageing…Happening NOW!

Posted on August 13, 2012 by webmaven

Check out this excerpt from the plenary keynote address that will be given in a few hours at an excellent conference, WCAA2012, that happens only once every 4 years! And yes the Scots do spell it with an “e.” Wish … Continue reading →

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A MUST event for nurses, therapists and spiritual end of life caregivers

Posted on August 9, 2012 by webmaven

RETREAT ON CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICE AND RITUALS IN SERVICE TO THE DYING Frank Ostaseski and Roshi Joan Halifax are pioneers in the End-of-Life care field. This unique program is an intensive plunge into core contemplative practices, and is especially suited to … Continue reading →

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Facebook Forum for Labyrinth Readers

Posted on July 26, 2012 by webmaven

The practice of doing readings for the benefit of another being can (of course) include any spiritual text. Here is a forum to ask questions and post comments, requests or other information about doing readings from the American Book of … Continue reading →

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PAL 2012 Early Registration

Posted on July 22, 2012 by webmaven

19th International Congress on Palliative Care October 9-12, 2012 – Palais des Congrès, Montréal, Canada EARLY BIRD Registration Deadline: August 1, 2012 Dear Colleague, You are invited to attend the 19th International Congress on Palliative Care, to be held October … Continue reading →

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Computer Games for (those formerly known as) NON-Gamers!

Posted on July 14, 2012 by webmaven

My caregiver presentation this week at the Poughkeepsie Library Arlington Branch will include showing some computer games that are TOTALLY enjoyable for those of all ages…even for those formerly known as non-gamers! These games have all the wonderful benefits associated … Continue reading →

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Practice makes Perfect

Posted on July 12, 2012 by webmaven

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