Special Features - Mission Seniors 55+ July 2014 Edition

MISSION SENIORS A monthly guide to events, resources and services for Mission Seniors

July 2014

Eating In this day of foodies and gourmet everything, everythi it’s easy to think that healthy eating is expensive, exotic and timeconsuming. consumi It doesn’t have to be. As more an and more people reach their senior ye years, it’s important to realize that you can make food choices within your budget tthat will help you live a healthier life.

That is the focus of a new education program being rolled out by the Mission Healthy Community Council.

“Health Without Wealth” will be trialled over o the next year to help people understand understa how to make the healthiest choices possible p within their means.

Health Healthy eating is important for preventing prev or managing chronic illness, illn maintaining a healthy immune imm system and having the ener energy to enjoy your favourite activities. ac As people age, they need fewer calories to maintain their weight, but still need at least the same level of nutrients, and in some cases more.

All Canadians need to try to eat more fruits and vegetables.

We’re only eating half of the amount we should for good health. Taking advantage of the llocal bargains at the farmers’ m market can help. This is the time

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of year to stock up on fresh produce that you can preserve for the fall and winter.

If the bulk amounts they sell are too much, you can share with a friend.

Buying fruit and vegetables locally and in season helps to keep the costs low, and the nutrient content higher.

Over time, produce will gradually lose some nutritional value. Fruits and vegetables that travel several thousand kilometers to your grocery store, will never have the same level of nutrients (or taste) as those that are picked and delivered the same day to the farmers’ market or grocer.

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Eating well From previous page

You can benefit from these extra nutrients by freezing what you don’t use right away. For berries (raspberries, blueberries, blackberries), just wash and quickly pat dry with a clean kitchen towel, and freeze them in a single layer on a tray or cookie sheet. Once frozen, put them in a self-closing freezer bag or other freezer safe container and

they will hold their shape. There’s no need to add sugar. Make the containers as airtight as you can.

They will keep for three months in the fridge freezer compartment or up to 12 months in a chest freezer.

To use, just add them to your cereal, smoothies or baking or have them as dessert.

Berries are a nutrition

powerhouse! They are low in calories and loaded with nutrients and antioxidants (those components that help fight cancer and heart disease).

Blueberries, blackberries and raspberries have no more than 50 calories per cup serving, are high in fibre, a source of Vitamin C, and are sodium free. What other dessert or snack offering is as nutritious,

delicious AND low calorie?

Celebrate the season and visit the Mission City Farmers’ Market every Saturday at the Mission Community Library parking lot from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Anne Todd, MPH, RD is a member of the Mission Healthy Community Council

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Mission Association for Seniors Housing’s Dream for New Retirement Housing Soon to be a Reality!

A new housing option is soon to open in Mission thanks to MASH, a local non-profit charity. The society’s members are 9 organizations with the common goal of developing affordable seniors housing options in Mission, working together since 1999.

included in the landscaping for those who wish to continue gardening without the concern of yard maintenance. And possibly most importantly, the building is pet friendly to “friendly pets”.

Construction has included top notch sound-proofing and fire protection systems, above and beyond that of the regular building code because of the commitment of MASH to the residents’ quality of life.

MASH wants to make sure that everyone in Mission knows that Cedar Valley Manor is under construction near the corner of Cherry Ave. and Cedar St. in Mission. This four story, 42 unit life-lease apartment building will be ready for “We are excited to be able to have a display suite for the puboccupancy in September 2014. And, because it is a life-lease, lic to see because we know there is no strata council to this will help folks visualWE HAVE SPENT SEVERAL YEARS set up and run (and then ize how they could make have fights in). MASH will BRINGING THIS PROJECT TO FRUITION Cedar Valley Manor their continue to provide ongoing AND ARE GETTING READY TO CELEBRATE management of the building, WITH THE COMMUNITY THE COMPLETION new home”, says Judith Ray, president of the board of and no unexpected costs can OF THIS FIRST LIFE-LEASE OPTION IN directors. “As volunteers, be levied at residents, elimiwe have spent several years Judith Ray MISSION. nating surprises related to bringing this project to fruition and are getting ready to housing costs. celebrate with the community the completion of this first life-lease option in Mission.”

Cedar Valley Manor is designed for people aged 55 and over who want to continue to be active in the community locally The Cedars Assisted Living project on Hurd Street was and beyond, but without having yard work and building the first collective project of MASH and it opened in 2006. maintenance concerns. 39 of the 42 units are 2 bedroom Because there are staff at The Cedars 24 hours a day, this suites with a generous square footage and include in-suite also creates the opportunity to provide ready phone support laundry equipment, brand new kitchen appliances, walk-in for Cedar Valley Manor residents. MASH is calling this the showers, and in-suite storage. There is a large workshop in ‘Cedar Valley Manor Connect’ and with one phone call, a the basement for woodwork and similar activities and a good person can access assistance for a building-related problem, sized amenity room on the main floor for resident gatherings a question regarding services in the community, or other isas well as larger family events. There are raised garden beds sues they may be concerned about.

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Safety for Seniors

MISSION SENIORS

ACTIVITY CENTRE

Are you thinking of having some work done around your home this summer?

Perhaps you’re looking to hire a contractor to install a new roof, or new deck, or perhaps it’s some painting, or landscaping.

Here are a few things to consider:

Bingo • Fitness • Dance Come and join us at your centre!

Weekly schedule for July Tuesday 9:30-10:30 a.m. Drop in Line Dancing 10 a.m. Crafts / Knitting Wednesday 10:15 a.m. Mission Senior Drop-in Crib 12:30 pm MSCA Bingo

• Take the time to check the background of the contractor by talking to other customers and checking with the Better Business Bureau.

• Consider using someone that a friend or family member has previously used.

• Do not get pressured by sales pitches that are time sensitive and requiring you to make an immediate decision. Reputable contractors don’t use these high pressure tactics.

• Ask if there are other jobs in the area that you can see to verify the quality of their work.

• Obtain a few estimates from different contractors to ensure you are getting a fair price.

• Do not pay up front for jobs.

• Ensure the contractor obtains the proper building permits and inspections as required.

Thursday 9 - 10 a.m. Drop-in Line Dancing 10:00 am Crafts / Knitting Friday 11:00 am Mission Senior Drop-in Crib The lounge will be open Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm!

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and fibromyalgia. Taught by a certified professional. Contact the office at 604-814-2188.

Meetings Drop-in Centre General Meeting First Monday, 10 a.m.

Seniors Activity Centre General Memberships Meetings First Thursday, 10:30 a.m.

General Meeting Second Friday, 1:30 p.m.

Birthday Parties The Old Age Pensioners Organization hosts a party on the fourth Friday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Pot Luck/catered lunches.

Birthday Party

Old Age Pensioners Org. Br. 28

Fourth Friday, 1:30 p.m.

In July and August some

activities will not be available as

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Staple coupon to receipt copy and place in drawer.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK – LATE TUESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY

volunteers take time off. For more info call 604-814-2188, or visit www.missionseniorscentre.com.

Lifetime Learning Centre Society Osteofit programs levels 1 & 2 as well as the Low Impact Fitness classes continue on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 32444 - 7th Ave., throughout July and August.

604.814.4500

those with mobility issues, arthritis

Lots of people to meet and fun things to see and do at your activity centre.

Golden Era Bingo Try your luck at a rousing game of bingo. Contact Ray Johnston 604-826-7095.

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For more information about Lifetime Learning, call 604-820-0220.

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Super foods packed with flavour Men and women must alter their diets as they age. Portion sizes that young adults might have been able to get away must shrink when those same men and women enter their 30s.

And as thirty-somethings head into their 40s, what’s on the plate requires more careful consideration than it might have a decade ago. The same goes for men and women over 50, who must take steps to reduce their risk for heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

One of the easiest ways to do just that is to eat healthy foods.

The following are five flavourful and healthy foods tailor-made for the over 50 crowd.

1. APPLES: Apples definitely qualify as a superfood, helping reduce cholesterol by preventing plaque buildup in the blood vessels and, as a result, cutting an individual’s

risk of diabetes considerably. In fact, a recent study published in the British Medical Journal found that eating at least two servings of apples per week can reduce a person’s risk of type 2 diabetes by as much as 23 per cent. Apples also make for a great source of fiber, potassium and vitamin C. 2. BLUEBERRIES: Blueberries help men and women maintain healthy blood sugar levels because they are high in soluble fiber, which lowers cholesterol while slowing the body’s uptake of glucose. And despite their relatively small size, blueberries contain more fiber, vitamins and minerals per ounce than any other fruit.

3. BROCCOLI: Though broccoli might not have been your best friend during childhood, you may want to cozy up to this powerful green vegetable now that you have

cracked the half-century mark.

Broccoli is loaded with vitamin C. A single 3.5 ounce serving of broccoli contains more than 150 per cent of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C, which can shorten the duration of the common cold. In addition, a 2013 British study published in Medical News Today found that broccoli may help prevent osteoarthritis, a degeneration of joint cartilage and the underlying bone that is most common from middle age onward. A similar study from researchers at New York’s Roswell Park Cancer Institute published in the same publication six years earlier found that just three servings of broccoli per month can decrease bladder cancer risk by as much as 40 per cent.

4. FAVA BEANS: Fava beans are cholesterol-free and low in fat. Fava beans also may

provide cardiovascular benefits and help men and women maintain healthy weights. Fava beans are considered “nutrient-dense,� a term used to describe lowcalorie foods that boast lots of nutrients, and are an excellent source of vitamin B1, which is important for nervous system function and energy metabolism.

5. OATMEAL: Another food that might never make youngsters’ lists of their favourite foods, oatmeal is nonetheless a healthy option at

the breakfast table.

Oatmeal is loaded with soluble fiber, which can reduce cholesterol levels and subsequently reduce a person’s risk of heart disease. Also low in calories, oatmeal can help men and women maintain a healthy weight. Those who find oatmeal a tad too bland for their tastes can double on their superfoods by adding some blueberries into the mix, making their breakfast more flavourful and more healthy.

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Liz and Frank never missed a beat‌ And now they’re ready for the next step.

They took their ďŹ rst whirl around the dance oor over 50 years ago and have been kicking up their heels ever since. When they started looking for retirement living options, they were pleased to ďŹ nd out that Chartwell offers active lifestyle programs like their signature Rhythm n’ Moves class.

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And while they are enjoying a busy lifestyle today, they appreciate the peace of mind in knowing that Chartwell offers exibility and choice to help with changing care needs in the future. Until that time, they’ll continue to follow where the music leads in their new Chartwell home.

CHARTWELL CARRINGTON HOUSE retirement residence 32679 - 6th Avenue, Mission Â’ 604-826-4747

CHARTWELL CEDARBROOKE retirement residence 32331 - 7th Avenue, Mission Â’ 604-820-9300

Safety & Fun in the Sun

Most people love to get out on sunny, warm days for fun and to soak up the sun. But too much sun can be bad for your health. Approximately 80,000 Canadians every year are diagnosed with skin cancer. The sun however is very important to our health. It provides us with vitamin D which we need for our bones and it can lift our spirits. As with most good things, moderation and good sense is the key.

Applying sunscreen is one of the best ways to protect your skin form the harmful effects of Ultra Violet (UV) radiation. SPF stands for “Sun Protection Factor”. It measures how much the sunscreen protects you skin from UVB radiation (the suns radiation responsible for surface redness and pain of a sunburn). The SPF represents how much longer you can be in the sun before getting a burn. For example someone with exposed skin and no sunscreen starts to burn in 2 minutes. That same person wearing SPF 15 would be able to be exposed to the sun for 30 minutes before burning (SPF 15X 2mins). The ingredients in sunscreen can work in 2 different ways to shield your skin from the sun’s damaging UV rays. Physical ingredients reflect the light. Chemical ingredients absorb the light into themselves. Many formulas use both types of ingredients, called “broad spectrum”, this is the type most recommended. No sunscreen is waterproof. Even “water resistant” formulas must be reapplied after swimming or showering so remember to apply liberally (2-3 tablespoons) evenly over body after getting wet. Sunscreens do have an expiration

date so be sure to check the stamped date given on the bottle.

If you do get a sunburn treat by applying a cool compress for 24-48 hours. Drink lots of water to keep from feeling dehydrated. You can take pain medication if you experience pain. If you have blisters on the burn it is more severe and you should see a doctor. Ask your Live Well Pharmacist for advice on sunburn relief.

The Goal is to have fun while staying safe. Here are some basic rules: • If you apply other products double check with your Pharmacist about which products to use first Example Insect repellent should be applied 15 minutes prior to sunscreen • Cover up whenever possible • Avoid the sun at its peak between 11am to 4pm • Wear a hat whenever possible to keep sun’s rays off the back of the neck, face and scalp. Prime areas for skin cancer • Protect eyes by wearing sunglasses • Apply sunscreen 20 minutes prior to going out in the sun and always use a minimum of SPF 15 • If you take any prescription drugs check to see if they can make you more sun sensitive. If you are not sure ask your Live Well Pharmacist For more information Visit Pharmasave and talk to your Live Well Pharmacy team.

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Like puzzles? Then you’ll love Sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off.

How it works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. 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. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle.

Look for the solution in next month’s puzzle section of Living 55 Plus.

Solution to last month’s Word Search

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