Senior Living November 2019

NOVEMBER 2019

Senior Living Taking care of the future

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Fixed Fee Intitial Consultation Available Beerwah Law, formerly King Tobin Lawyers, are your local solicitors and have been established in Beerwah for over 30 years. Tracy King and her team are here to advise and assist you in legal areas relevant to Seniors including estate planning, estate administration, Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advance Health Directives and entry and exit into retirement villages. We are a general practice and therefore we cover most areas of the law for you. We are ‘Your Lawyers For Life’.

Two proud granddaughters contacted GC&M News last week keen to share the story of their grandparents. Bianca Wellsteed (née McIntyre) wrote the following story and Casey McIntyre took the lovely photo of her grandparents.

Landsborough couple Gordon (Jock) McIntyre and Fay McIntyre (née Schmidt), who were married on October 29, 1949 celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary recently.

In 1946 Jock returned from World War II weighing a slight nine stone [57kg] and was hospitalised due to ill health.

As he recovered, his sister Gwen McIntyre was by his side and tagging along was her friend Fay. After his recovery, aged 22, Jock asked Fay, aged 16, on a date and the rest is history.

With the blessing of their families they were married, aged 24 and 18, at the Warracknabeal Presbyterian Church in Victoria.

After honeymooning, via train, in Adelaide they returned to Warracknabeal to live in a share house.

This sharing of their home became the cornerstone of how their life together would pan out, with

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their home always having an open door to many of their sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Fay spent the first 10 years building their family, welcoming Julie, Gerard and David, all the while Jock worked one or two jobs to support his growing family.

They spent the 1960s as entrepreneurs buying, building, selling and renting houses in Portland, Victoria. After 20 years of marriage, in the early 1970s, they left Victoria to adventure around the country finding their “home” on 11 acres of bush in Landsborough, where they have lived for over 40 years.

During this time they built their own home, travelled the world and welcomed nine grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Many GC&M News readers will also recognise Jock from his many appearances at the ANZAC Day parades in Landsborough, where he is regularly photographed with his gorgeous great grandsons.

Thanks to Jock and Faye’s two proud granddaughters for sharing their family story with GC&M News readers.

Wills

To ensure that the administration for your estate is as easy as possible for your loved ones we strongly recommend that a qualified solicitor draft your Will for you. Unfortunately, the courts are full of matters which are being litigated purely because a ‘home-made Will’ cannot be interpreted sensibly, has various interpretations or has not adequately considered all matters required. A well drafted Will also takes into account matters other than assets within the estate, such as superannuation and life insurance, to ensure that all of your assets are dealt with consistently. Importantly, a general discussion with us about the nature and extent of your assets and liabilities and our advice to you in that regard, can save your executors a great deal of time, money and stress.

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Enduring Power of Attorney

It is our opinion that everyone must have an Enduring Power of Attorney. In some respects, it is more important than a Will, as without one you may be left in a state of legal limbo with no-one able to legally look after your financial affairs or make health decisions for you. This, unfortunately, regularly happens to people who do not have an Enduring Power of Attorney and who find themselves in hospital but are assessed as not being able to return home. If they are incapable of making an Enduring Power of Attorney then an Application needs to be made through QCAT to the Guardianship and Administration Tribunal for an Order. Such an Order can take a considerable period of time and involves a great deal of work. It also can lead to ill-will and disputes between your loved ones.

Please contact us to discuss your legal needs and make an appointment for us to assist you.

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Daily habits that reduce the risk of breast cancer It’s no secret that our lifestyle choices can have a huge impact on our health and it’s no different when it comes to breast cancer.

One in eight Australian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer by the age of 85. It is the most common cancer diagnosed in Queensland women and the second highest cause of cancerrelated deaths.

Manage your weight Overweight women are more likely to develop cancer, which is why it’s important to maintain a healthy weight and diet.

Dr Roper says there’s a link between obesity and increased oestrogen levels, and those increased levels can contribute to the risk of breast cancer.

“Fat tissue stores and releases the female hormone oestrogen, which contributes to the growth of endometrial or uterine cancer, and to oestrogen receptor-positive breast cancer,” she says.

Get active BreastScreen Queensland recommends 30 minutes or more of moderate physical activity every day. It could be something as simple as a brisk walk, a yoga class or laps in the pool.

If you find it difficult to get motivated, participate in group or team activities so you have someone with you to encourage you to get up and moving.

While anyone can develop breast cancer, regardless of age or lifestyle factors, women aged between 50 and 74 are most at risk.

However, there are simple choices we can make every day to help avoid this devastating disease.

Dr Alison Roper, clinical director of BreastScreen Queensland Sunshine Coast, says there are three major lifestyle factors associated with an increased risk of breast cancer: being overweight, inactivity and high alcohol intake.

“It’s never too late to improve your lifestyle habits,” Dr Roper says. “Lose weight, cut back your drinking and become more active.”

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Reduce alcohol intake Having more than one standard alcoholic drink per day can increase a woman’s risk of breast cancer due to its impact on oestrogen levels and hormones associated with hormone receptorpositive breast cancer.

“Studies have shown that compared to women who don’t drink at all, women who have three alcoholic drinks per week have a 15 per cent higher risk of breast cancer,” Dr Roper says.

Breast screening In addition to a healthy lifestyle the single most effective way to reduce your risk of fatal breast cancer is with regular breast screens.

BreastScreen Queensland recommends women aged between 50 and 74 have a breast screen once every two years.

Dr Roper says screen-detected cancers tend to be treated more successfully because they are often discovered at a much earlier stage than selfdetected lumps.

“Until we know what causes breast cancer or how to prevent it, our best means of treating it is to detect it early,” she says.

You can book your free breast screen appointment for the Beerwah mobile or any of the BreastScreen Queensland sites on the Sunshine Coast by visiting www.breastscreen.qld.gov.au or by calling 13 20 50. A doctor’s referral is not necessary.

What: Free breast cancer screening When: November 12 to December 17 Where: Beerwah Community Hall Info: 13 50 50 or visit breastscreen.qld.gov.au

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If you have a goal, don’t be scared - do it!

Proving that you are never too old to give it a go, 64-year-old Landsborough local Trevor Foulshan recently accomplished a 12-day trek to the Mt Everest base camp. Completing the epic adventure with his younger brother Glenn, Glenn’s partner and family members, Trevor said that if he could inspire others he would suggest that "if you have a goal, don’t be scared, just prepare for it and do it – you are never too old”.

Q: How did you come to do this Mt Everest base camp adventure?

A: Well, a little while ago, my younger brother Glenn had gone on the Inca trail to Machu Picchu in South America. He had texted me from the top saying that I should be there with him! So I said next time he plans a mountain trip I’ll do it with him. Glenn had been wanting to go on this trip to base camp for over ten years and last September he decided he was going to make it happen. Earlier this year I agreed to join him and so started to train to get ready for it.

Q: How did you prepare yourself physically for the trip?

A: I’ve always been reasonably fit and led an active life but I knew I needed to really prepare for this trip. I walked throughout the Glass House Mountains, tackled lots of hills and spent quite a bit of time doing the Dularcha National Park's roses circuit, which I tried to do at least once a week. I also started off doing fast walks around Ewen Maddock Dam. Q: How would you describe your experience to tackle base camp?

A: A positive thought about my experience to base camp would have to be that you should create a challenge, live it and love it! Being part of a personal challenge or being part of the

challenge of someone who has inspired you, changes the world around you. The people I met while preparing my fitness by walking the hills and tracks locally, some gave a look of doubt because of my age but praised me for my efforts.

Young people that had also trekked to base camp spent time giving tips and advice, which was well accepted by me. All that praise and advice was fantastic but I could not put it all together until I was actually trekking my way to Mt Everest base camp.

Q: Can you describe what it was like on the trek?

A: Days of climbing stairs for hours, steep paths, only to go down slopes again to cross a swing bridge or river, then up more steep tracks.

Running out of energy to walk at any pace, only to stop for lunch and feed up on pasta, rice or eggs and a small amount of fresh green vegetables.

Wow! And then into it again till our night's rest.

As we trekked, I had inspirations of huge, astonishing, breath-taking snow-capped mountains that appeared to reach above the clouds. Those things no one could explain in words, even photos don't do it. The life on the mountains, so simple and rewarding to me, with friendliness and gratitude from everyone. Being passed by yaks carrying goods up the mountain, their daily life routine.

Q; How did you feel when you reached base camp?

A: Arriving at base camp with my group filled my life with energy of achievement and happiness, not only young people but me, aged 64, and the others in my group (a bit younger than me) were able to push mentally with endurance and stamina to fulfil a dream-able challenge.

I step back and say, life was made to live and enjoy, don't let routine and ruts take hold of you, share your life with unforgettable challenges, at any age.

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Ashley and Katrina have extensive experience within the funeral industry both here in Australia and in New Zealand. “Serving with compassion and respect, we endeavour to keep our overheads to a minimum, so we can completely dedicate ourselves to your comfort and care. And, being an independent family-owned business, this is easy for us to do.”

The Over 50s seniors group of the Landsborough Seventh-day Adventist Church regularly meets for social activities during the year. It is a good way for older church members to come together for fun, food and fellowship. They try to support a local community charity or program at each of their activities.

The group recently had a pot luck lunch at a church member's home in Maleny. Donations were collected for the Landsborough State School chaplain’s breakfast with $60 raised.

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Senior Living Look after your number one asset – you!

There’s no better time to treat yourself than the present and at Dot & Birdie the wonderful team of therapists can help you not only look your best but feel your best with their range of available treatments.

Dot & Birdie offer a variety of services such as massage therapy, which can help relieve joint and muscular pain. Their professional masseuse will ensure you enjoy your treatment by adjusting pressure to suit your individual comfort levels and needs.

Nail care is an important part of grooming for seniors and regular nail care can help keep nails from breaking, splitting or cracking. Keeping nails trimmed and clean also aids in keeping a healthy lifestyle as it helps to prevent onset of various diseases. The caring team at Dot and Bridie can buff, trim and reshape fingernails and revitalise those tired feet with a deluxe spa pedicure and exfoliation procedure finished with a luxurious foot massage. Bliss.

They can also help bring out your finest features and have you feeling fresh with haircuts, colour and styling services available, as well as eyelash and eyebrow tinting that will frame your features perfectly. It’s not all for the ladies as Dot & Birdie can treat the gentleman too with beard grooming, trim and tidy, and manicure and pedicure services offered.

Healthful grooming may be considered as important as healthful eating and as we get older it becomes more important to lead a healthy lifestyle, and Dot & Birdie can have you feeling your best!

Taking care of the future

Merryactric’s seniors concerts

The Events Centre at Caloundra is celebrating senior’s entertainment by presenting day time concerts with reduced ticket costs and great coffee and cake specials.

With an exciting list of upcoming shows, the Merryactrics are ready to present a cheerful, heartfelt and laugh-out-loud concert series that will have you wanting to come back after each show.

So make sure you plan a day out and about with your friends for the upcoming production of 'Marie Claire, A French musical romance' on Sunday, November 17 at 2pm.

This delightful comedy of errors is set in a Paris nightclub in the early 1970s and features many French-flavoured songs that you will know and love.

You will laugh, sing-along, maybe even shed a tear or two. The show features the musical and dramatic talents of the seasoned Merryatric Players, with musical accompaniment by the wonderful Christina Hanley.

Tickets are $18 or for groups of six or more $16 per person. For bookings call 5491 4240 or visit www.theeventscentre.com.au.

Free program to help care for pets

If you are a senior citizen with a furry friend and would like a little extra help to keep your pet active and happy, Pets for Life is an organisation that connects pet owners with like-minded, animal-loving volunteers. Pets for Life offers a free program that aims to help older citizens continue to care for their beloved pets, while staying connected within the community.

Volunteers are based locally and are screened to match with owners and their pets, and are available to assist with long- and short-term care needs on an individual basis.

They can assist with a variety of services including pet walking, transport to access veterinary services and general assistance with wellbeing and care of your pet. For more information about connecting with a friendly volunteer in your area, contact Pets for Life on 5491 4000, 0414 519 047 or by visiting www.petsforlife.org.au.

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B creative at workshop retreats

Internationally renowned and locally based milliner Brenda Treasure, from B Unique Millinery, offers millinery workshops and weekend retreats at her beautiful rural property at Peachester.

Participants can learn about the art of millinery and take home a number of their own creations.

One recent retreat participant summed up her experience as the best millinery retreat ever that far exceeded her expectations.

So you might be thinking that having a professional milliner with international experience share her skills and knowledge, well, of course, the participant is going to be impressed.

However, clearly the experience Brenda provides is so much more. The attendee acknowledged how welcomed she felt from the moment she was picked up from the airport to saying her final goodbyes, describing Brenda as the loveliest of hosts who was friendly and caring about each individual’s needs.

She praised the comfort of the beds and being able to enjoy a swim in the pool each morning, as well as the healthy delicious home-cooked meals by Brenda accompanied by good Australian wine.

While expanding millinery skills is what attracts people to attend a B Unique Millinery workshop, it seems there is much more for guests to enjoy and so many reasons to make them want to come back again and again.

For more details on products and local millinery retreats and workshops, visit the B Unique Millinery website www.buniquemillinery.com or contact Brenda on 0419 511 799.

Relax and win

As we near the end of the year, our schedules often have an increase in appointments and, in some cases, our stress levels too.

Take time out and book a massage before it gets too much. At Back2balance Remedial Massage Therapy treatments include a thorough health check, clear guidelines on the aim of the treatment as well as a focussed remedial or relaxation massage treatment.

I have many years of experience working in a busy remedial clinic. My experience includes working on site at retirement/lifestyle villages, helping clients with arthritis, joint pain, fibromyalgia, plantar fasciitis, general mobility, headaches, among other issues.

Give me a call for bookings or any enquiries on 0415 256 566.

During November and December, I am running a promotion as a gesture of thanks to my clients for their friendship and loyalty. There are two prizes, with both including a massage voucher and other goodies, to be drawn on December 20. Each client will receive one entry into the draw for every massage attended in November or December.

Details about the Christmas promotion and how to get extra entries, plus gift ideas, including massage gift vouchers are available in clinic or on my Facebook page.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy festive season.

Christmas Promotion See in clinic or Facebook for ways to get extra entries into the draw.

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REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPY

Glasshouse Views at Beerwah is one of the many aged care facilities operated by family-owned business McKenzie Aged Care.

At McKenzie, their vision is to build warm, fun and welcoming communities where residents receive the very best in care and people are not only cared for but cared about.

From the staff they choose to the way they design their homes, they pride themselves on creating communities that are warm, comfortable and inviting, giving residents a true feeling of home.

There are many special aspects within their communities, including sharing meal times, making friends, enjoying laughter and joy, and sharing pasttimes and activities with residents and their families.

On Melbourne Cup day quite a few of the residents enjoyed getting together for a bit of fun. The highlight of the day was having their own race to cheer on. In place of horses, there were some very cute little dogs with tiny toy jockeys on their back who excitedly ran their race, which definitely brought a smile to all those watching on.

However for residents who would rather enjoy some quiet time, they each have their own room, they can take a walk through the beautiful gardens, or lose themself in one of the many books in the library, while knowing that there are still people around if they feel like some company.

Importantly, as it is the residents' home they have the freedom to choose how to spend their time.

At McKenzie they offer short-term respite care for those who would like to see for themselves the standard of care that is provided before deciding on Seniors Ar�cle move. You can take a tour of the beautiful communities at a permanent Beerwah and Bribie or call them on 1300 899 222 to discuss how they can help with your or your loved one’s care needs.

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