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10 Things not to Flush
10 Not to Flush Things
Only the 3Ps should be flushed – pee, poo and (toilet) paper.
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Many products labelled ‘flushable’ do not break down in the waste treatment process. These items can cause clogs in your household plumbing, backups in sewer systems and maintenance and repair issues at wastewater treatment plants. These flushed items cost the City money in downtime and repairs. Here’s a list of some unflushables:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Flushable wipes (all kinds) Dental floss Food and fats Condoms Cigarette butts 6. Cotton balls 7. Feminine hygiene products 8. Cotton swabs 9. Tissues, napkins and paper towels 10. Bandages Watch our video showing how wipes don’t break down like toilet paper.
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Older Adults
As of the print deadline of this guide, our Adult & Seniors programming is currently being assessed. Contact us for up-to-date offerings. If you have questions or would like any information related to Adult & Seniors programing please call 576-8411 or 576-8490, or email recreation@stjohns.ca.
We would like to reflect on what some of our Adult & Seniors program instructors and participants have been doing to keep busy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Meet Mary
Mary is actively involved in many of the City’s recreation programs. Many in the community know Mary as the Line Dance instructor at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre.
“Since the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions I miss line dancing, keyboarding, knitting circle, dances at City Hall and just the social part of it all,” shares Mary.
Mary lives in a senior’s apartment complex, and says many residents are missing the weekly activities and are trying to find ways to keep busy and active.
Mary passes the time by practicing piano and accordion and takes part in virtual line dance classes.
Another passion of Mary’s is knitting, and she’s currently making her way through two large boxes of wool. Before the COVID-19 pandemic Mary’s busy lifestyle didn’t allow much time for her to knit, but now she is using her new extra time as an opportunity to take part in an activity that she enjoys.
A selection of some of the items Mary knit over the past several months.
Meet Brenda
Brenda is a social and active senior who is involved in many activities, including several of the City’s recreation programs.
Brenda is kind, caring and is always helping others the best way she can. Her past work experiences provide a wealth of knowledge in supporting people in the community.
Staying isolated at home has brought forth a mix of emotions for many.
Brenda is doing several things to remain positive and healthy while staying physically distant to help flatten the curve, such as:
Exercises in her apartment every day and takes walks when the weather is suitable
Practicing self-care and self-reflection
Enjoying local food by contactless delivery
Lots of phone calls and texting with friends and family
Playing 20 questions with her dearest friend and her 90 year-old sister who is visually impaired
Helping neighbours in the apartment building by sharing ideas, meals, and snacks
Brenda also told us that she now finally has the time to figure out how to use the dishwasher in her apartment after three years of living there!
Connections for Seniors 709-699-8099 709-699-2858 info@connectionsforseniors.ca www.connectionsforseniors.ca
Bridge the gApp www.bridgethegapp.ca
Community Food Helpline 811
CHANNAL Warm Line 1-855-753-2560
Office of the Seniors Advocate 729-6603 seniorsadvocate@ seniorsadvocatenl.ca
Canadian Red Cross Self-Isolation Hotline 1-800-863-6582
Friendly Calls Hotline 1-833-729-0144
