Aging Solo, Coco, Final Gifts, and Zoom Schedule

 TRU Volunteer Connection Zoom Meeting Schedule and Opportunities

12/2    TRUvie Movie – Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm: Coco

Zoom Code: 850 229 3682

If you have not seen it, it is a classic. Its simple themes of family, music, life and death, especially in these troubling times, are more than enough to make it a force for good in the world.  Miguel and his family are at odds over his love of music. There is a hard, fast rule that music in any capacity isn’t allowed and there is no discussion or real explanation. After a large argument, Miguel runs off, only to end up in the Land of the Dead, where he meets his ancestors and his adventure begins.  The truly touching thing about “Coco” is that it accepts death as part of life. In a country that regularly aims to make us forget about such things, simply acknowledging it brings a beauty of its own.

12/4    VC Zoom Meeting: Book Club –“SPECIAL GUEST” Author Patricia Kelley’s husband, Craig Hafner, will be joining us. Final Gifts by Maggie Callanan and Patricia Kelley "For everyone who has been or ever will be close to someone who is dying, this book is aimed at helping them to understand not only what the experience of death is like, but also how to interpret the symbolic messages by which the dying attempt to communicate their needs to us. ... Google Books

12/11 VC Zoom Meeting: Movie - The Farewell

The family of the elderly Nai Nai (Zhao Shuzhen) learn that she is dying and has about three months to live. They decide not to tell her, instead using a family wedding as a chance to make their goodbyes without her knowing. The situation affects her granddaughter, Billi (Awkwafina) the most, who has come over from America for the wedding and is in turmoil about whether Nai Nai should be told the truth. The film finds its soul in how the family carries their grief, and the toll it takes on them. Almost oblivious to it all is Nai Nai, brought to life with such wonderful zest and attitude by Shuzhen. Her marrying of genuine affection and unbridled sass provides some welcome comedic relief.

More than a story of cultural differences, The Farewell is a look at honesty and openness. There are moments where Billi speaks English and immediately excludes many of her relatives from the conversation. This startling disconnect characterizes Billi’s family dynamics, and Nai Nai is often the one keeping them together.

12/16 COVID-19 Advance Care Planning Conversations - Boulder County Age Well Series (via Zoom) 12:00-1:00pm

Talking about medical and end-of-life wishes is an important way we can all have more control in this uncertain time. At The Conversation Project, we want to help you start or continue your advance care planning journey.

Join us for a one-hour webinar covering advance care planning basics, documents, how COVID-19 has raised the stakes, and how to start these important conversation with those that matter most. We can help ensure your wishes are respected.  Register here.

12/18 Volunteer Holiday Celebration: Welcome from Amanda Meier, Volunteer Department Supervisor and Seasons Greetings from Michael McHale, CEO

 

12/25  NO Meeting Today - Merry Christmas!!!