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ABBOTSFORD’S ACTIVE ADULTS A local monthly guide to events, resources and services for active adults
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Life is about making a contribution From the first day Milt Walker arrived in Abbotsford thirty-one years ago, he knew he could make a difference in the community. As executive director of the addiction and treatment facility, Kinghaven Peardonville House Society, Walker encourages those he works with to share his passion of volunteering. “Here at Kinghaven we deal with some pretty vulnerable and disenfranchised clients, so we teach them to give back, such as volunteering for Canada Day, and they really enjoy it,” he says. Since beginning his volunteer work in 1995 with the Western Canada Summer Games, Walker has remained a firm believer that you can’t accomplish very much unless you know the community. “I couldn’t live in a community that I wasn’t involved in,” says Walker. “The reward is working with the most incredible groups of people, whether it’s with multi-sport games, arts, heritage, culture, or the parks commission, you really get to the know the heartbeat of the community through its volunteers.” Walker has involved himself in
numerous community initiatives, including serving as vice-chairman of the Disability Games in 2002, then president of the 2004 B.C. Summer Games; he is currently chair of the Reach Gallery Museum Board of Directors, and became the Parks Recreation and Culture Commissioner five years ago. “I still want to expand programs that we can do here at Kinghaven, and I want to see expansions to the cultural programs that happen in Abbotsford,” says Walker. “As you can see, I am a very strong believer in giving back to the community.” Walker’s time is equally filled with community involvement as much as it is with his own leisurely activities. “I play squash and golf, I take piano lessons, I paint, and I constantly read; I have a book in my car, beside my chair, and one beside the bed,” says Walker. At seventy-five years old Walker admits that he gets asked every day when he plans to retire. “My answer is that I feel like I can still make a contribution, as I believe all the seniors in the community can,” says Walker. “For me, life is about
Milt Walker, executive director of Kinghaven Peardonville House Society, an addiction and treatment facility in Abbotsford.
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When we need each other to make it through One in five Canadians aged 45 and older are providing some form of care for seniors living with long-term health problems. A Sharon Simpson quarter of all family caregivers are seniors themselves; more than 200,000 are older than 75. (citation: Eldercare: What We Know Today. 2008, Statistics Canada). With these facts in mind, I was honored to join a Family and Friends support group at a local residential care community. I had the opportunity to share my story of my father’s tragic diagnosis of multiple sclerosis at age 63 and the struggle for my family to make care decisions with and for dad. I shared how I live with the fear that his diagnosis will be my future as well. I left the caregivers support group with a warm feeling of connectedness and an affirmation that friendships were being forged that evening. CS Lewis knew what he was talking about when he said, “Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: What?! You too? I thought I was the only one.” There are a number of reasons why a caregiver can’t attend a support group, including the difficulty of getting to the meeting, the pressing need to provide 24/7 care to a loved one or the legitimate need to NOT want to hear what is
around the next corner for their loved one who is already suffering. For those who can attend a support group for caregivers, they will find that there are many treasures to be found in their group. Among them are: Opportunities to express the intense emotions of caregiving There are so many aspects to caregiving. There is the deep affection and commitment that a caregiver has for their loved one. Alongside that affection is the incredible frustration and anger about the disease. Without an appropriate outlet, this anger can be misdirected to the people closest to you, including the individual to whom you provide care. Relief of Alone-ness There is a tremendous sense of alone-ness in caregiving. It’s hard to find others in your regular social circles who are dealing with the same types of issues. There is also the challenging discipline of balancing what you will share with others and how you will maintain the dignity of the person you love. With whom are you safe to share the complete reality of the caregiving experience? Practical Ideas on how to manage your caregiving Support can come in the form of practical help – how to lift a person, how to turn a person in bed, how to connect with help from the health ministry. It can also be practical help on
how to cope with a loved one no longer recognizing you or their accusations that you are no longer faithful to your marriage vows. Support group members will have a wide variety of ideas that will give you tools to provide ongoing loving care. Remembering and Honoring In a support group for caregivers, you can share the life story of your loved one. Chronic illness, pain or dementia can dramatically alter the personality of the one you care for. It’s a wonderful opportunity to remind yourself, through sharing stories about the person you knew before the disease took hold of their mind and personality. Acceptance A caregiver support group can accept you and your situation for exactly what it is. There is no pretending necessary. Everyone around the table has dealt with the same types of emotions, challenges and outcomes of the disease. There is acceptance in shared experiences. Spiritual Strength There are many decisions that a caregiver will face, some of them are moral ones that are especially difficult in the midst of the hard work of caregiving. There are decisions about resuscitating your loved one, about having them enter a locked dementia ward, about personal hygiene, about involuntary separation. These are decisions
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sive point that causes stress to all involved. There are times when a support group of strangers can be a friendlier environment than a family meeting. Caregiving is an honorable and difficult calling. There are no awards shows for the Best Feeder or the Most Supportive Lifter and Bather. There are no trophies, no accolades and no bonus cheques. The rewards are spiritual and meaningful, but, in the meantime, it sure helps to have a group of people to cheer you on in the day-to-day work of caring for someone you love deeply. There’s no need to go it alone. Sharon Simpson is the Director of Communications and Marketing at Menno Place, a senior’s campus-of-care located in Abbotsford.
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Garden Park – promoting a sense of well-being in mind, body and spirit Community is at the centre of Garden Park Tower services for seniors. And not just for the residents. But ask a resident. Social interaction is a vital part of the Community Centre programs in the iconic Clearbrook tower where seniors find activity that ranges from sitting to striding. Health concerns are always in the forefront, physically and socially. Seniors are able to participate in physical activity or just sit – and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends in the popular Rose Room. Exercise is the focus of programs such as Bones & Balance or Health In Motion. Dee Van Meer is the certified fitness instructor who guides Bones & Balance every Monday morning to provide residents and the community with a convenient way to improve and maintain their health and lifestyle. Meanwhile, every Thursday morning certified instructor Colleen Moore leads Health In Motion – an exercise program designed especially for seniors who wish to stay mobile and fit through a set of rhythmic (not dance) movements set to music. Of course each of the programs is a great social setting to greet old friends and meet new ones. Just like the Rose Room; especially on Monday mornings when all the fresh baked buns tantalize the taste buds. To top off the exercise routines there’s carpet bowling on Tuesday afternoons, the only such opportunity in Clearbrook.
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Garden Park Tower is where Abbotsford seniors can enjoy an array of activities. Adding to the social atmosphere are the great lunches served Tuesday, Wednesday and, especially Friday in the Magnolia Room, often spiced up with special concerts or topical speakers. The Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas lunches are never short of something spectacular for seniors and have, more often than not, sold out! You can follow-up Friday lunch with a grand old hymn-sing in the Azalea Room. Speaking of Specials – Garden Park Tower’s week-long Celebration of Lights – the Christmas spectacular of trees and music has become a must-see event after just two years!
We’ve barely touched on the complete range of services. Garden Park Hair Care, highly popular with community or residents, is a full-services, centrally-located salon for the entire Clearbook community. Not so well-known, perhaps, are two rare skills evident in bookbinding and picture framing. Dan Peters is a creative guy who can suggest any unique style to the framing of quality photographs or paintings. Four volunteers show off extraordinary skills in the restoration of valued old literary masterpieces and Bibles, a great service in saving cherished memories.
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wilted leaves. MYTH: Adding milk to tea negates the health benefits. FACT: According to a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, the same amount of catechins, which are antioxidants associated with a reduced risk of some diseases, can be absorbed from tea that contains milk as tea that does not. MYTH: Anything with the name “tea” is true tea. FACT: Only tea from tea plants constitutes real tea. Herbal varieties of tea are actually tisanes made from flowers and bark of other plants. MYTH: Fruits and vegetables contain more disease-fighting antioxidants than tea.
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Dog breeds that are especially compatible for seniors Pets often make ideal companions. They are around when a person needs support, they can provide protection for those living alone, they’re always willing to lend an ear to problems, and many tend to offer unconditional love. Seniors facing an empty nest or the loss of a spouse may find pets can buoy their spirits. Studies have shown that seniors can benefit both mentally and physically from having a pet around. Pets can alleviate anxiety, depression and boredom. While pets can provide comfort and companionship, they remain a significant responsibility. Seniors should find an animal that will fit in with their lifestyles. This is an important consideration for those seniors who travel frequently or have mobility issues. In addition, men and women living in senior communities or assisted living facilities should determine if there are any pet restrictions in place. Those seniors who have decided that a dog will be the best fit can choose among several breeds that may be a good match for their needs. When selecting a dog, consider both size and temperament. Smaller dogs tend to be easier to handle and will need less maintenance. They are easily carried and won’t take as long to bathe and groom. Smaller dogs also consume less food than larger breeds, reducing the expense of dog food and the hassle of wrangling large, heavy bags of chow. Temperament is also important, as some breeds tend to be more easy-going than others. Larger breeds may be preferable to smaller breeds, which tend to be hyperactive. However, always remember there are pros and cons to each breed, and each dog will demonstrate his own personality traits. The following are some dogs that can be especially compatible with seniors.
The loyalty and intelligence of schnauzers makes them ideal companions. ■ Pug: Equally playful and willing to be a lap dog, the pug requires little exercise and grooming. The breed is typically non-aggressive and submissive. Pugs are good-natured and playful; they don’t often bark and are easy to train. ■ Shih Tzu: The Shih Tzu lives for attention, but this breed can be dominant and difficult to train. The Shih Tzu will be alert to its surroundings and, despite its small stature, can be a good watchdog. ■ Pomeranian: Pomeranians look like big balls of fur and can bring a smile to an owner’s face. The breed tends to be perky, can display domi-
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TUNEUP SPECIAL
25 tuneup $ 50 tuneup $
off a basic off a major
Call for Details
FREE
BRAKE INSPECTION
99 39 OIL CHANGE
OR
Up to 5L Standard Oil
$
Present This Coupon
EXHAUST INSPECTION
Includes Filter and Tire Rotation
Present This Coupon
Enviro Levy & Taxes Extra
Surrey 13433 King George Blvd. 604-583-0522 Abbotsford 32240 South Fraser Way 604-746-2065
BRONZE Unitex, Magnuson Ford, Mountainview Harley-Davidson, Clearbridge, Prospera Credit Union, OHM Electric Bikes, Dignity Memorial, Sandman Hotel & Suites - Abbotsford, Abbotsford Airshow, Badesha & Narang - Notaries
SPECIAL CONTRIBUTORS:
Dave & Lee Holmberg
OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY AIRCARE, EXHAUST, BRAKES, TIMING BELTS, SUSPENSION TUNE-UPS, CHECK ENGINE, WATER PUMPS, TRANSMISSIONS AND ALIGNMENTS, AIR CONDITIONING SERVICES, OIL CHANGES & MUCH MORE!
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Abbotsford News Friday, March 28, 2014
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Lawn Word Search
Here’s How It Works:
To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. Answer is on the previous page.
Find these words in the puzzle above. AERATION ANTS BROADLEAF BROWN CLAY CLOD CLOVER
COMPOST CRABGRASS DESICCANT DRAINAGE DROUGHT EDGING FERTILIZER
FOUNDATION GERMINATION GRUBS HERBICIDE IRRIGATION LANDSCAPE MOLES
MOSS MOWING MULCH ORGANIC OSMOSIS PESTS RESEEDING
Diabetes & Your Nutrition Clinic
SOD SPRINKLER THATCH TOLERANT TRAMPLE TURF WEEDS
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ABSOLUTE STYLE UFV FASHION DESIGN PROGRAM YEAR-END FASHION SHOW
Wednesday, April 2 • 10am to 2pm West Oaks Mall, Abbotsford • Phone: 604-853-6811
Book an appointment with a pharmacist today. During a one-on-one consultation, a London Drugs Certified Diabetes Educator will provide a body composition, as well as advice on nutritional information, blood glucose monitoring and overall diabetes management. A small fee applies.
For more details, visit healthblog.londondrugs.com
Tuesday, April 29 2 shows: matinee 2:30 pm + evening 7 pm
Envision Athletic Centre UFV Abbotsford campus: 1385 McKenzie Rd. Abbotsford, BC Studio Exhibits: noon–5 pm in the Fashion Design Labs (rooms D104–D113) Alumni wine & cheese reception: 6:30 pm
For ticket information call 604-557-4073 or email deanna.devitt@ufv.ca or visit ufv.ca/fashion.
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