34 The Mission Record Thursday, April 25, 2013
Weather can affect older adults more
From PAGE 33 just as healthy as fresh produce and can offer a variety of flavours when certain foods are not in season. Also include plenty of foods high in fibre.
Old Age Pensioners Organization
your plans with a physician. He or she can determine if you are physically capable of moderate exercise or if any illnesses may impede your ability.
• Dress appropriately. Weather is often unpredictable. Dress in layers so you can remove or add clothing as needed to remain comfortable. Children and older adults are more susceptible to the effects of cold weather. According to Jersey Shore University Medical Centre, when temperatures are low, your heart works harder to keep the body warm. Dressing warmly can help avoid taxing the heart. The same caution applies when the temperature is extremely warm. It’s easy for the elderly to overheat and become dehydrated. Dress in light clothing and remember to drink plenty of water. Before starting any exercise regimen, it is important to discuss
The Old Age Pensioners Organization (OAPO), Mission Branch #28 is a branch of the B.C. Old Age Pensioners Organization which has branches throughout British Columbia and Canada. The organization has been advocating governments on behalf of pensioners for 80 years, to acknowledge and respect the needs of pensioners in our community, province and country. Membership is open to persons 55+, interested in promoting matters pertaining to their welfare and social activities. We have a monthly meeting, a birthday party, teas in the spring and fall, and a Seniors Week barbecue all held at the Mission Seniors Activity Centre. For more information please contact local OAPO president Sophie Zehner at 604-820-9121 or Darlene Bruntlett, secretary at 604-826-8974.
Mission Community Services Society The mandate of Mission Community Services Society
(MCSS) is to help people, change lives and build community. Founded in 1972, MCSS is now one of the largest providers of social services in the District of Mission and outlying areas. MCSS provides a broad range of programs in eight service areas including Early Years, Youth, Families, Seniors, Multicultural, Housing, Mental Health, and Emergency Services. MCSS believes in enriching the lives of the residents of Mission through outreach and activity programs. For more information call Felice at 604-826-3634 or e-mail felice.clements@ missioncommunityservices.com
Lifetime Learning Centre Society For 25 years, Lifetime Learning Centre Society has provided active living and healthy aging opportunities through its community and general interest adult education programming. We serve not only Mission’s older adults, but anyone interested in Continued on next page
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