Seniors

An Inspiring Multimedia Experience for Seniors

Roslyn Franken's multimedia presentation of her award-winning book, Meant to Be, is a highly sought-after event across various senior and 55+ communities. From Independent Living Homes and Assisted Living Facilities to Senior Residences, Retirement Communities, and Gated Neighborhoods, Roslyn's compelling story resonates deeply with her audience.

Why Roslyn's Presentation is Perfect for Seniors:

1. An Unforgettable Story of Survival and Triumph: Roslyn's presentation tells the extraordinary story of her parents' remarkable survival and triumph during World War II - her mother’s bravery enduring the Holocaust and her father’s resilience surviving the atomic bomb as a POW in Japan. Their remarkable journey through unimaginable adversity to ultimate triumph and finding everlasting love is a source of wonder and inspiration, leaving audiences with a renewed sense of hope and resilience.

2. A Personal Connection to History: Many seniors remember the times and events described in Roslyn's story, creating a profound connection during the presentation. Roslyn's engaging narrative often sparks personal memories and reflections from attendees, who enjoy sharing their own experiences and stories during the Book Signing or Meet and Greet that follows.

3. A Tribute to American WWII Veterans: Roslyn's heartfelt tribute to American World War II Veterans, including those who liberated her father's prison camp shortly after Nagasaki, adds an extra layer of significance. This tribute resonates deeply with many seniors who lived through that era, honoring their experiences and sacrifices.

4. Special Book Reading Program: In addition to her captivating presentation, Roslyn offers a 7-week Book Reading program that residents find truly engaging. During this program, Roslyn personally reads her book to the group in live sessions, which can be conducted either in person or via Zoom or other virtual platforms. Each session includes interactive Q&A and meaningful discussions, providing participants with a rich, immersive experience.

The program also features an in-depth exploration of her book and culminates with a screening of the Gemini-nominated CBC television documentary about her parents' remarkable story. This extended engagement fosters a deeper connection among participants and encourages thoughtful dialogue and reflection.

See the Impact: Watch the video testimonials below to hear firsthand how Roslyn's presentation has touched and inspired audiences.

For a truly memorable and meaningful event that connects history with personal experience, Roslyn Franken's presentation is a perfect choice for senior communities.

Invite Roslyn for your next event and provide your residents with an inspiring and unforgettable experience.

What audiences and event organizers are saying...

Atria Windsor Woods, Hudson, FL

Jonathon Torres, Activities Director,
Atria Windsor Woods, Hudson, FL

Residence at Timber Pines, Spring Hill, FL

Jordan Turner, Life Enrichment Director,
Residence at Timber Pines, Spring Hill, FL

Timber Pines Military Club
Spring Hill, FL

Bellagio Retirement Community,
Lake Worth, FL

~ Comments from Audience & Event Organizer

Allegro Senior Living, Tarpon Springs, FL
"Roslyn Franken came to do a presentation on her book about her parent’s story of survival of WW11 and the Holocaust. What we received was far greater, a heartbreaking and inspiring walk through history from the eyes of two people who endured and witnessed unimaginable atrocities. Roslyn brought to life her parents on screen in their own words and walked us through every season of their lives. All present could feel the gratitude and appreciation for the life her parents had after surviving and they passed it on to Roslyn. I would highly recommend this dynamic speaker and we all look forward to reading the book and eventually seeing the movie."
~ Debra Resovsky, Lifestyle Director, Allegro Senior Living, Tarpon Springs, FL

Esplanade at Wiregrass Ranch, Resort-living | 55+, Wesley Chapel, FL

"Having the opportunity to join Roslyn Franken's presentation and book signing, gave me an experience to get to know more about the story and the author behind the book, "Meant to be". Not only did we get to hear more about her book, but she also gave the audience snippets of videos from singing to interviews. We were left with a sense of hope and were reminded that miracles happen, and our faith can be restored knowing that some things are meant to be. Thank you Roslyn for sharing your book with us, we all appreciated and loved it!"
~ Angelita Horton, Lifestyle Manager, Esplanade at Wiregrass

Timber Pines Snowbird Club, Spring Hill, FL

"We enjoyed having Roslyn here very much. There was not a sound in the entire audience as she presented her program which is very significant as far as I am concerned. We would recommend this to anybody who would like to have her as a speaker. Look for her, get her information, put her on and she will do a super job."
~ Norm Remington, Event Coordinator, Timber Pines Snowbird Club

The Selection West Island Retirement Residence, Pointe Claire, QC

“Roslyn is an excellent orator, and her presentation is highlighted with audio visuals on both her parents and herself. It is one thing to be able to speak ‘off the cuff’, as she did, but to do so with such heart and emotion is the clincher. Many people got a laugh from certain stories, but everyone was brought to tears, the total imagery was so good. To be able to have your audience both laugh and cry is a rare gift in public speaking. Roslyn has that gift.

Following the presentation and throughout the next day, I was confronted by folks who heard Roslyn and who kept saying, “wow, was she good”! If you are unable to get to a presentation by Roslyn, you must read the book. All the details of the miracles are there. So, to put it bluntly, I was blown away twice, once from reading the book and secondly, by experiencing the presentation.
~ Bruce Munro, Event Coordinator, The Selection West Island, ON

Arbor Terrace Senior Living, Tampa, FL

"Roslyn came to our independent living community to share the inspiring story of her parents, as told in her book Meant to Be. Our residents filled the theater in anticipation of her visit and were completely engaged in the personal detailed account she presented. She is a sincere, knowledgeable, and passionate advocate who will encourage her audience to never give up."
~ Lori Corcoran, Activities Coordinator, Arbor Terrace Senior Living, Tampa, FL

Sunset Palms Active Retirement Community, Seminole, FL

“When Roslyn Franken approached me about speaking to our community residents about her book, Meant to Be, I wasn’t sure at first as we have never had an author do a presentation before. This was not just an author doing a "book reading", it was a full multimedia, interactive presentation...I booked Roslyn to speak and the turnout was even larger than expected, we had to add more chairs as people kept arriving. Roslyn is an outstanding speaker. The story she told about her parents incredible WWII survival and her personal battle with cancer was very inspirational, moving and uplifting. At the end of the presentation, everyone stood up applauding in a standing ovation and people lined up at her book signing table eager to get a signed copy of her book. Roslyn’s story is one that everyone should hear and I highly recommend her as a speaker for your community.”
~ Kim Paquette, Activities Director, Sunset Palms Active Retirement Community, Seminole, FL

Symphony Senior Living Orleans, Ontario, CA

"I approached Roslyn Franken regarding her book “Meant to Be” over two months ago, hoping that she would share her story of her parents surviving the Holocaust. Roslyn responded promptly and said she would share her story. I did not know how beneficial this would be! The experience was incredible. One thing I liked about her presentation is how she included live videos of her parents. I will never forget her story. She is such a wonderful inspiring woman that also includes her life experiences in the presentation. I would recommend her presentation to all ages."
~ Melissa O’Dell, Community Relations Coordinator, Symphony Senior Living Orleans, Ontario, CA

Timber Pines Military Club, Spring Hill, FL

"Today I had the extraordinary pleasure of meeting Ms. Roslyn Franken. She had a tremendous story to tell about her parents. If anyone has any pride in parenthood, you should just listen to this story. It is just an amazing story of love, of courage. There are no words to describe the feeling that you will get when you read this book or meet Roslyn and hear her tell her story."
~ Jim Polito, Vice President of the Timber Pines Military Club

Aston Gardens, Sun City Center, FL

"Roslyn Franken gave a presentation on her book, “Meant To Be”, at our Independent Retirement Community last Friday. Our Residents were so captivated by the story of her parent’s individual survival against unbelievable odds, they were hanging on every word. It is a story that needs to be told and we were happy Roslyn came and shared it with our community."
~ Susanne Kenney, Activities Director at Aston Gardens, Sun City Center, FL

Chartwell Stillwater Creek Retirement Residence, Nepean, ON

“Roslyn Franken was a fantastic Guest Speaker. She captured our audience and was very personable after. Her presentation was amazing and the residents really enjoyed the experiences her parents had as they were similar to what the residents experienced. Roslyn was a very engaging speaker who was very organized and professional. I would recommend Roslyn to anyone. We received so much positive feedback from family and residents.”
~ Stephanie Barnes, Lifestyle and Programs Manager, CHARTWELL STILLWATER CREEK retirement residence

The Redwoods Independent & Assisted Living Retirement Residence, Ottawa, ON

“Roslyn is a wonderful and engaging speaker. I booked her for my Retirement home and was thrilled with the articulate, emotional and professional presentation she gave. After the presentation I had many residents come up to tell me how much they enjoyed her talk. One of them went as far as to tell me that she was the best guest speaker we’ve ever had here and thanked me profusely for booking her. I would recommend booking her to almost any type of group, not just for seniors.”
~ Lauren Georgy-Yang, Recreational Manager, The Redwoods Retirement Residence

Villagia in the Glebe Ottawa Retirement Home, Ottawa, ON

“The bit of your presentation I saw was fantastic. I wish I could have stayed. I have been hearing positive feed back all day. The residents really loved it.”
~ Beth Mitchell, Activites Coordinator, Villagia in the Glebe

Ottawa Life Learning for Older Adults (OLL), Ottawa, ON

"I just have to send a few lines to express the appreciation of Ottawa Lifelong Learning for Tuesday’s presentation. Your address was so very timely for Remembrance Day, and your presentation one of the most professional and polished to be presented to OLL. We were all thoroughly rapt and engaged listeners as you brought to life your parents’ incredible experiences. I think that most were too overwhelmed to formulate questions at the end. I know my voice was cracking as I made my comment. There are so many lessons to learn from their stories, and It is “meant to be” that you are carrying their message into the schools. By reaching out to our youth, you are surely planting the seeds for societal change. Bless you Roslyn. With sincere thanks.
~ Ann Coolen, President

The Redwoods Independent & Assisted Living Retirement Residence, Ottawa, ON

“Roslyn Franken recently delivered an inspiring presentation to our residents about writing their personal/family legacy that was extremely well received. The residents particularly enjoyed Roslyn’s enthusiasm about why and how she wrote a book about her own parents’ life story. She is a very personable and well-spoken presenter who clearly wants to help others tell their story. Her presentation helped our residents see the many benefits of telling their personal and family story for future generations and how it can help strengthen their family relationships and improve their own health and well-being. I would highly recommend booking Roslyn for this presentation.”
~ Jessica Naismith, Activities Assistant, The Redwoods