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n Years and Going StrongPage 2Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012a bathtub or walk-in shower is more “At Berwick on the Park we encourage learn all about their current services andto Providing your liking. Security cameras and our residents to live an active, healthy Preheat their oven new to 350°.Marie’s Kitchenservice level being introducedLightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with aPreventative,video surveillance is available by just and independent lifestyle. Our team this Spring. Visit Berwick on the Park andBy Marie Sladeknife. Combine flour and next 7 ingredients (through mace)turning on your T.V. Your suite at has a passion for providing quality of explore the possibilities.Restorative,in a large bowl; make a well in center of mixture.Berwick on the Park is your home and life to Golden those Pumpkin-Walnut that call Berwick Loaf home” Combine sugars and eggs in a medium bowl, stirring withCosmetic is yours to and decorate with your favorite says Marketing Manager, Bev Graham.a whisk.OurAddHospitality.pumpkin, oil, and vanilla;Yourstir well.Home.Add raisinsand nuts; add to flour mixture, stirring just until moist.TM• 1 ¼ c. all-purpose flour • ¾ c. packed darkFamily furniture, Dentistry art and personal Dr. Barry touches. She invites you to come for a tour to(about 5 1/2 oz.)brown sugarSpoon batter into a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan coated with cookingDextraze• ½ c. yellow cornmeal • ½ c. granulated sugar spray. Bake at 350° for 50 minutes or until a wooden pickGeneral Practitioner• 1 ½ tsp. baking powder • 2 lrg. eggs, lightly beaten inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes in panAsk us about:New• 1 tsp. ground ginger • 1 c. canned pumpkinon a wire rack, and remove from pan. Cool completely onPatientsDental Implantswire rack. Serves 16Welcome!• ½ tsp. salt• 3 tbsp. canola oilZOOM! Whitening SystemPer serving: Calories: 209, Calories from fat: 25%, Fat:Free Parking• ¼ tsp. baking soda • 1 ½ tsp. vanilla extract5.9g. Saturated fat:0.7g, Monounsaturated fat:2.1g, Polyunsaturatedfat 2.7g, Protein:3.2g, Carbohydrate: 37g,• ¼ tsp. ground cardamom • 1 c. golden raisins#21 Fortune Shopping Centre • 376-5354 • ¼ tsp. ground mace • ½ c. chopped walnuts Fiber: 1.5g, Cholesterol:26mg, Iron:1.5mg, Sodium:190mg,email: drdex@kamloops.net • www.drdextraze.com• Cooking sprayCalcium:52mg Taken from Cooking LightwicksaryentsortfferstolacersonutesandTheths,vide.s atrioritiesardgesthendswickTheatedandaveion/amstings, adinggthliveouremefullouttivevertorietycaseuseandwickit’s awickyouritiesion,/tea/withams,ouravefort,ofoneandablebayThis September marks Berwickon the Park’s tenth anniversaryand we’re still taking retirementliving to new heights. This resortstyle retirement community offersall inclusive monthly packages toKamloops seniors. A great placeto retire - located next to PetersonCreek Park and just five minutesfrom downtown. Valley views andlush landscaping are all around. Thespectacular gardens, walking paths,gazebos, ponds and waterfall providebreathtaking beauty and serenity.Affordable luxury can be yours atBerwick on the Park. The superiorquality of services and full amenitiesonly begin to describe a standardof living to which people of all agesaspire. If you’re looking for theperfect alternative to the demandsof managing a household, Berwickon the Park is designed for you. Theservices and amenities are createdto encourage an active, healthy andfulfilling lifestyle.Berwick on the Park residents haveLooking for anew place tohang out?access to an enhanced recreation/activity calendar. Monthly programsencompass everything from paintingclasses, mind challenge games, avariety of exercise classes includingtai chi, yoga, stretch and strengthand more. You’ve not begun to liveuntil you’ve experienced one of ourmany over the top fabulous themenights such as Mardi Gras.Your social calendar will be so fullyou won’t have time to think aboutA truly relaxing lifestyle can start withOur ever-an informational visit to Berwick on thePark. Our retirement community featuresnumerous on-site amenities, spacious suitesand friendly hospitality. Do somethingsocial, choose a great book from thelibrary or take a stroll through our beautifulgardens. At Berwick on the Park you’re incontrol and truly free.what’s for dinner. Let our executivechef do that for you.changing menus are designed tooffer you balance, nutrition, varietyand choices. Our chefs showcasetheir cooking styles with many housespecialties, homemade soups andfresh baking. Mealtime at Berwickon the Park is not just mealtime, it’s adining experience!Your monthly package at Berwickon the Park includes rent on yourprivate spacious suite, all utilitiesincluding digital cable television,three meals per day, daily coffee/tea/snacks, weekly housekeeping withlinen service, recreation programs,transportation and 24 houremergency response.Berwick on the Park suites havebeen designed to offer comfort,safety and security. A variety ofsizes of studio, one bedroom, onebedroom & den, two bedrooms andpenthouse suites are all availablechoices. Private balconies or baywindows are just two of the manyoptions. Suites are equipped with akitchenette and fridge. Safety grabbars are a standard feature in thebathrooms and you choose whetherTen Years and Going Stronga bathtub or walk-in shower is moreto your liking. Security cameras andvideo surveillance is available by justturning on your T.V. Your suite atBerwick on the Park is your home andis yours to decorate with your favoritefurniture, art and personal touches.60 WhiteshielD CresCeNt sOuthKAmlOOPs, BC V2e 602s9WHITESHIELD CRESCENT SOUTH,250-377-7275KAMLOOPS, BC250.377.7275WWW.BerWiCKretiremeNt.COmWWW.BERWICKRETIREMENT.COM“At Berwick on the Park we encourageour residents to live an active, healthyand independent lifestyle. Our teamhas a passion for providing quality oflife to those that call Berwick home”says Marketing Manager, Bev Graham.She invites you to come for a tour toOur Hospitality. Your Home.Make this your last call before you TMhit the road:A truly relaxing lifestyle can start with 250-372-5110 an informational visitto Berwick on the Park. Our retirementdrive you andcommunityyour vehicle safelyfeatureshome.numerous on-site amenities, spacious 9 p.m. suites – and 3 a.m. friendlyhospitality. Do something social, chooseNov. 30aDec.great1,book7, 8,from14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 & 31• homemakers • care aides • nursesthe library or take a stroll through our beautiful gardens. AtBerwick on the Park you’re in control and truly free.60 WHITESHIELD CRESCENT SOUTH,Volunteers needed.Applications at Tournament CapitalCentre, Volunteer Kamloops,learn all about their Kamloops current services RCMP and and Deserttheir new service level being introducedthis Spring. Gardens Visit Berwick Community on the Park Centre. andFor explore information the possibilities. or to volunteer, call 250-320-0650.Call from anywhere in the city of Kamloops and we’llA truly relaxing lifestyle can start with an informational visitto Berwick on the Park. Our retirement community featuresnumerous on-site amenities, spacious suites and friendlyhospitality. Do something social, choose a great book fromthe library or take a stroll through our beautiful gardens. AtBerwick on the Park you’re in control and truly free.Our hospitality. Your home. Proud recipient of theBC senior’s living Associationseal of ApprovalBEST RETIREMENTFACILITY20118 YEARS RUNNINGBEST RETIREMENTFACILITY

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 3By Lisa M. PetscheOne in thirteen Canadiansover the age of 65 and one inthree over 85 has Alzheimer’sdisease or a related typeof dementia (loss of brainfunctioning).Alzheimer’s disease (AD),the most common form ofdementia, involves gradualbreakdown of nerve cells inthe brain. Affected personslose the ability to interpretinformation and to sendmessages to their body tobehave in certain ways.Over time they experiencemental, emotional,behavioural and physicalchanges, necessitatingincreasing amounts ofsupervision and, eventually,hands-on help with activitiesof daily living.Family members providemost—and in many casesall—of that care.These caregivers are atincreased risk for depressionand other health problemsdue to the emotional strainand the physical toll ofcaregiving.The following are somethings that you, as a friendor relative, can do to helpprevent an Alzheimer’scaregiver you know fromwearing down.1. Keep in touch.Recognize that you mayhave to make most of theeffort in maintaining therelationship.2. Become informed.Educate yourself aboutAlzheimer’s disease tobetter understand thekinds of challengescaregivers can befaced with, and sharethe information withBeing a supportive friend12 ways to help an Alzheimer’s caregiverfamily and friends.Share findings withthe caregiver as well—especially strategies formanaging challengingbehaviour.3. Lend an ear.Listen with non-judgementand demonstratecompassion. Don’t giveunsolicited advice.4. Connect them withother caregivers.Locate caregiver supportgroups (contact thelocal Alzheimer Societychapter) and encouragethe caregiver to tryone. Offer to stay withtheir loved one whilethey attend meetingsor, if concurrent care isprovided, to accompanythem to the first meeting.5. Promote self-care.Encourage the caregiverto eat nutritiously,exercise and get sufficientrest in order to maintaingood health. Do whateveryou can to help makethis happen. For example,bring over a meal, oroffer to sit with theirloved one while theygo for a walk or take anap to catch up on lostsleep. Also encouragethem to get regularmedical checkups. Offerto stay with their lovedone while they attendappointments.6. Provide practical help.Determine what kind ofassistance the caregivercould use most; perhapsit’s picking up groceries,running errands, or doinglaundry or yard work.If they initially declineassistance, continue toexpress your desire tohelp. Meanwhile, take itupon yourself to deliver acasserole or baked goodsor, if you’re a neighbour,shovel their walk or bringin garbage cans.7. Surprise themwith a treat.Ideas include a rentedmovie, a favouritemagazine, fresh flowersor a plant, or a giftcertificate to a restaurantthat has delivery service.If you’re on a limitedincome, sign out readingmaterial, movies or CDsthe caregiver would enjoyfrom the local library.8. Give them a break.Offer to sit with theirloved one for an hourwhile the caregiver goesout to a hair appointmentor lunch with friends —or for a longer stretch sothey can attend a culturalor social event or take aday trip.9. Locate resources.Offer to obtaininformation aboutcommunity supportservices — such asaccessible transportation,home care, adult day careand residential respiteprograms — if none arein place, and encouragetheir use as appropriate.10. Join the local chapter ofthe Alzheimer Society.Your support will assistthem in providing aidnot only to your friendor relative, but also toother AD caregivers.Typical chapter programsand services includea telephone hotline,support groups, a safereturn program forthose with wanderingbehaviour, training forfamily and professionalcaregivers, a newsletterand a resource library.Membership also makesa thoughtful gift for thecaregiver, connectingthem to a key resource.11. Watch for signsof trouble.Encourage the caregiverto seek help from theirprimary physician or amental health worker ifthey feel overwhelmed orhopeless (possible signsof clinical depression),or if they start to fearfor their safety or that oftheir loved one.12. Stand by them.Praise the caregiver’sefforts and be an ongoingsource of encouragement.In particular, supportthem if they decide toplace their relative in along-term care home,doing whatever youcan to help them andtheir loved one with thetransition.Lisa M. Petsche is a socialworker and a freelance writerspecializing in boomer andsenior issues.2 for 1 Entréesup to $10 value.The codfish laysten thousand eggs,The homely henlays one.The codfishnever cackles,To tell you whatshe’s done.And so wescorn the codfish,While the humblehen we prize,Which only goesto show you,That it paysto advertise!To advertise in theSenior Connectorcontact Sharon Brookerat 250-376-8883or email: sharon@seniorconnector.comMonday’sSenior’s Day1271 C. 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Page 4Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012Finally, a stress-free holiday! - 6 Shortcuts to your peace on earthBy Ashley Davis Bush, LCSWOh the hustle and bustleof the holidays . . . themusic . . . the lights . . . thefestivities. It’s the mostwonderful time of the year.Or is it? Isn’t it also themost busy, most harried, andpossibly the most stressfultime of the year?Well not this year!These six simple Shortcutswill help you chill out,open your heart, cultivategratitude, and rememberwhat the season is reallyabout. The Shortcuts arewell-being exercises thatare triggered by ordinaryShuswapLodgeRetirement Residencedaily events. These easytools will naturally integratethemselves into your holidayrhythm, creating more spacefor joy.1. Take 5Trigger: When you’rewrapping presentsTool: Breathe in throughyour nose to the count offive. Hold your breath tothe count of five. Exhalethrough your mouth to thecount of at least five (longercalming mechanisms in yourbody. When you redirectyour mind to an awarenessof breath, you create amoment of calm in whichinner peace can bloom.2. EyewitnessTrigger: When you’re feelingoverwhelmed by too manyvisitors, too many parties,too much mayhem with kidsin the houseTool: Rub your handsvigorously together to createWelcome is even better). to Repeat Our Family heat and friction in theseveral times.Purpose: Breath work isuniversally consideredgrounding and relaxing.Deep exhalations stimulatepalms of your hands. Thencup your hands over youreyes. Let your eyes and facerelax under your hands.After several seconds (upto a minute) remove yourhands, open your eyes, andimagine seeing your worldwith fresh eyes, as if youhad just returned from along and difficult journey.Remember that this year isunique, never to be repeated.A Community Where Health & Happiness are a Way of LifeSee the scene around you asSupportive / Assisted Living at its BestAThHWydyukwd the once-in-a-lifetime eventthat it is.• Care • Hhy aide on d site 24/7 y • Studio d suites, 1 & 2 bedrooms whh ud bk, uh, d, dPurpose: This exercise• Scheduled khughuhdy.foot care • Spacious rooms• 3 • Nutritional Audu-d,ghu,fiug,bd/gmeals daily with scenic viewsanchors you in the moment.• Guest whbwg,ukh,h,hdfi.entertainers • Friday Happy HourVisualizing the world afresh,• Community • Txwhydddhvhwyg,kghoutings • Daily social &you create perspective andBCSLAin our . busrecreational activities Seal of Approvalstimulate gratitude.• Hvgu“g ”,udguwhbyghTh3. Remember This200 TCH H,vhdvdudhgddff.SW Box 1480 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4P6 • 250-832-7081 Trigger: When you’re• • www.shuswaplodge.com Ou T • admin@shuswaplodge.comud gd u, hyh, waiting in a hbcheck-out lineA,D,Wk,dCfidCh,d.Lunch is on us when you call and book a tour.250-579-9061@hhwyd.www.thehamletsatwestsyde.com3255OvdDv,K,BCat the mall or waiting whileholiday shopping on line/onthe phoneTool: Ask out loud, “Whatdo I need to remember?”Listen to your heart forsubstantial answers like,“I need to remember thatI love my husband andI’m committed to ourrelationship,” “I need toremember how lucky I amto have healthy children,”“I need to remember howgrateful I am for the gift oflife,” “I need to rememberthat the spirit of the holidayis about giving,” or “I needto remember that thistoo shall pass.” When theanswer comes to you, feelthe emotions behind theremembrances and let themflood your body.Purpose: When you focuson positive emotions,you reduce your stress.Redirecting your thoughtsto life’s big priorities helpssnap you out of patterns ofstressful thinking.4. Who Is Your Mother?Trigger: When you are infront of a cashier in the storeor at the groceryTool: Look at the personin front of you and fora moment reflect on thequestion Who is (or was)your mother? Mentallyshrink this person to asmall child and imagineher relationship with hermother. Consider whetherit was a happy or strainedrelationship. Imagine thatrelationship today, full ofjoys, struggles, expectations,and lessons in letting go.Recognize that this person,like yourself, has a history,a family, a mother (whomshe is still connected to evenif her mother has passedaway). Breathe in therelationship between thisstranger and her mother, andbreathe out compassion tothem both.Purpose: When you connectwith the human condition,you get outside of your ownlittle sphere, thus generatingcompassion. You dissolvethe barriers between yourselfand others and wake up toyour inter connectedness.5. ShakedownTrigger: When cominghome at the end of theday, after work or holidayshopping, before you enterinto the sanctuary of homeTool: Before you walkthrough the door, spend amoment “shaking down”your body, as if you areshaking off water. Shakeyour right leg and foot,then your left leg and foot.Shake your right arm andhand; shake your left armand hand. Gently shake yourhead and let your shouldersrelax. Finish with a littletwist of your torso to shakeoff any remaining tension.Finally, take a deep breathand heave a long hearty sigh(a prolonged exhalation).Purpose: Relaxing yourlimbs sends a ripple effectof calm through your body.When you clear or shake offenergy from a hectic outing,you restore yourself to aplace of calm so that you canbe present as you transitionto home.6. Joy To The WorldTrigger: When you’re stuckin holiday trafficTool: Take a moment tolook at the people in carsaround you. Just like you,they have joys and struggles,hopes and dreams. Justlike you, they are planningfor holidays with theirloved ones. To each personyou focus on say or thinksomething like “I wish youhappy holidays.” Or “I hopeyou find some joy duringthis season.”Purpose: When you spreadpositive and loving energyout into the world, it makesyou feel better inside. Byopening your heart andcreating momentum forcompassion and goodwill,you break out of your ownworld and broaden yourconnection to somethingmore.Weave these simpleshortcuts throughout theseason and you’ll go from‘hum bug’ to ‘ho ho ho’ inno time flat. Guaranteed,this year will be your mostpeaceful holiday ever!Ashley Davis Bush, LCSWis a psychotherapist in southernNew Hampshire and a selfhelpauthor. Ashley wroteShortcuts to Inner Peace: 70Simple Paths to EverydaySerenity (Berkley Books).Welcome to Our FamilyAt The Hamlets at Westsyde you can look forward to:• Healthy and tasty meals prepared onsite which includes breakfast, lunch,dinner, and snacks throughout the day.• Amenities include a multi-mediacenter, greenhouse, fireplace lounge,billiards/games room with carpetbowling, tuck shop, chapel, hair salonand fitness room.• Time to relax with family and friendsand not have the worry of cleaning,cooking or home maintenance.• Having support to “age in place”,including couples who are able to staytogether at The Hamlets, even if theirindividual care needs change and aredifferent.• Our on-site Team Professionals includeRegistered Nurses, Physiotherapist,Rehabilitation Assistant, Dietician,Social Worker, Red Seal Certified Chef,and more.Welcome to Our FamilyNot everything that counts can be counted,and not everything that can be counted counts.Professional Nursingand Home Support24 hour service • 7 days a week• Homemaking and cleaning• Personal care • Meal preparation• Drug and Alcohol Testing • Companion care• Foot care services • Flu Immunization ClinicsCall Us For A Free In-Home AssessmentKAMLOOPS • 250-851-2911 • #101-635 Victoria St.Helping you. 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November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 5The following is part of a series of informational articlesaimed at increasing public awareness about the services providedby the Kamloops Victim Services Unit.The Unit offers a variety of information and services, atno cost, to any victim or witness of crime or trauma. All Unitmembers have received specialized, comprehensive training invictims’ issues, the criminal justice system and crisis interventiontechniques. The Unit is located at the main Police Detachment at560 Battle Street. Victim Services operates 24 hours a day, sevendays a week and may be accessed by calling 250-828-3223.Most of us have been teased at one time or another in ourlives. Teasing is usually short-lived and not intended to hurtthe person, though the person being teased may not alwayssee it that way. Bullying, on the other hand, is intended onlyto hurt the victim either physically or emotionally. Eventhough both actions are not desirable, it’s not unreasonableto assume that we will be subjected to teasing every now andthen. However, we should never, ever be bullied.Bullying can be defined as the repeated use of wordsor actions for the sole purpose of hurting someone else.Bullying can be physical, such as spitting, punching, kickingsomeone or damaging their belongings. It can also be verbal,taking the form of persistent teasing, name-calling, andputdowns or using threats of violence. Sometimes the bullywill use the victim’s friends or social group to make thevictim look foolish, unintelligent or unworthy of friendship.With the rapid advancement of technology, Cyber bullyinghas become a common tool used to hurt a victim. Cyberbulling involves the use of a cell phone, computer orany similar communication device to spread harmful,embarrassing or threatening information about a person.Sometimes a cyber bully will even create fictitious websites,email accounts or social media pages in order to postembarrassing photos, comments or emails about the victim.RRSP, RRIF, GIC & TFSA30 Day Cashable 1.20%3 YRBEST INTEREST RATESDAILY INTEREST1.65 %PROTECTED BY:$100,000 CDIC Insured$100,000 Assuris InsuredUnlimited Credit Union Insured1 YR2.00 %Bullies and bullying2 YR2.15 %4 YR 5 YR2.35 % 2.40 % 2.50 %Rates as of October 23, 2012WE WILL MEETOR BEAT ANY BANK RATE**Some terms and conditions may apply.Rates subject to change without notice.Retirement Income SpecialistsTHE BRADFORD FINANCIAL TEAMBradford Financial Services Inc.According to Public Safety Canada, 25% of the peoplewho bully others in elementary school will go on to have acriminal record by the time they are 30. Bullies are bulliesfor a number of reasons. Some think it makes them morepopular. Some do it for revenge and some even do it as ameans of defence – in other words, a bully can actually besomeone who is being bullied or has been bullied. Somebullies feel inferior to others and use bullying as a means ofgaining attention or acceptance amongst their peers. Stillothers bully because they feel less inferior when they harmor scare someone else. It really doesn’t matter why a bullydoes what he or she does; what matters is that bullying isdangerous and bullying is wrong.If you are a victim of bullying or if you know someonewho is being bullied, talk to someone about what ishappening. That person can be a trusted friend, teacher,counsellor, parent, minister or even the police. If you seesomeone being bullied, try to offer your support. If they arewilling, talk to them about what has been happening andsuggest they share that with their parents or someone theyfeel can help. If you are being bullied, but are unsure aboutcoming forward, document what has been happening withas much detail as possible. If, at some time you want to talkto the police or someone in authority on what has beenhappening, this documentation will be extremely valuable.There are many resources available to victims of bullyingand even to bullies themselves. If you want to learn moreabout bullying, please call the Kamloops RCMP VictimServices Unit at 250-828-3223. Trained volunteers, whowill listen to you and put you in touch with the people andresources that can help staff the unit.City of KamloopsHonouringourVeterans10% OFFfor Seniors Everyday& ESTHETICS#11-111 Oriole Road • 250-374-1236In Valleyview just off E. Trans Can Hwy next to Subway. Easy access & lots of free parking.Home Support Services• Respite Care • Personal & Home CareHouse CleaningWeekly, bi-weekly, monthly or one timeCall for a free in-home assessment250.852.3212Lest We ForgetBradwins38th Annual Seniors’ Christmas Light TourAll Seniors Welcome! $2 Donation at the Door*All proceeds go to the 2013 Seniors PicnicThursday, December 20th - 6:00 to 10:00 pmJoin us on a tour around town and see the best lights of the City. There will be atea service and sing-a-long at the Interior Savings Centre. A bus will pick you upand return you to your pick up location. Pick up locations will be advertised in theDecember issue of the Senior Connector.To register call 250-828-3500 ~ Program #199635Registration Deadline - December 17thTodd Peters774 Seymour St.Kamloops, BC250.828.67671.800.599.8274info@bradfordfinancial.orgVanessa CullenVolunteer Hosts Needed - Call 250-828-3653

Page 6Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012Programs and initiatives to support older people in labour marketLast month my colleagueAlice Wong, Ministerof State for Seniors,participated in theMinisterial Conferenceon Ageing hosted by theAustrian Government.Minister Wong clearlyillustrated how ourgovernment recognizesthe impact of an ageingpopulation on our society.She reported thatcurrently, 1 in 7 Canadiansis aged 65 or over; in lessthan 20 years, that ratio willbe 1in 4. At the same time,the average life expectancyin Canada continues toincrease. Canadians arenot only living longer andhealthier lives, they are alsoworking longer. The rate ofparticipation in the labourmarket of older workers 55to 64 has increased fromapproximately half in 2000to almost two thirds today.Furthermore, the labourforce participation of thoseaged 65 to 69 has more thandoubled in the last decade,Loyal order of Moose • women of the Moose • Moose LegionOpen everyday 11 amMeat Draws Friday at 7 pm & Saturdays at 3 p.m.NEw MEMbERs ALwAYs wELcoME!Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1552730 Cottonwood Avenue • 250-376-8022Suites Now Available!One-bedroom unitsstarting at $190,000are now available for purchase(life-lease).Two-bedroom units(wait list)Call 250-376-4777to make an appointment for moreinformation or to view.#307-730 Cottonwood Ave.Kamloops, BC V2B 8M6nkshca@shaw.cawww.nkshca.webs.comYour Voicein OttawaCathy McLeod, MPfrom 11% at the turn of thecentury to 24% in 2011.The Government ofCanada has a number ofprograms and initiatives tosupport older people in thelabour market. The TargetedInitiative for Older Workersis one of our successstories. This initiative providesemployment assistanceservices and employabilityimprovement activities, suchas skills upgrading and workexperience, to help unemployedworkers aged 55 to64 with their return to theTHE FAMILY FRATERNITY• Independent living• Beautiful gardens• Walking distanceto Northills Mall• One block fromMcArthur Island• Within the samecomplex as theNorth ShoreCommunity Centre& the Moose Lodge• Suites for purchase(life-lease)• SAfer (wait list)workforce. Across Canada,this initiative has made adifference in the lives ofthousands of unemployedolder workers.More and more, wealso see Canadians makinga gradual transition toretirement, and employersare beginning to provideincreasingly flexible optionsto support part-time work orsemi-retirement for workerswho wish to stay in thelabour market.Recognizing this trend,our government has madechanges to our federalincome tax and pension programsto facilitate and provideincentives for workinglonger. In addition, across alljurisdictions in Canada, themandatory retirement agehas been eliminated, allowingthose who wish to continueworking to remain inthe labour force. But we arealso aware that many barriersstill exist, preventingseniors and older peoplefrom working.Our latest project is withthe National Seniors Council.It was established toadvise the government onall matters related to thewell-being and quality oflife of seniors. Last year,the Council examined thebarriers faced by seniorsin the labour market. Currentlythey are talking withemployers about how theycan recruit and retain olderworkers.This is really important toour government. The participationof older workers andseniors who wish to remainin the labour force is goodfor our national economyand has a positive impact oncommunities.Community centre hostsannual Christmas craft fair,bake sale and teaSubmitted by Brenda GiesbrechtNovember is here, and won’tbe too long until we hear the“Christmas bells ringing”!The North Shore CommunityCentre is hostingits annual Christmas CraftFair, Bake Sale & Tea onSaturday, November 3 andas usual we look forward toa facility overflowing withunique crafts and gift ideas,suitable for the season. TheCraft Fair runs from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m. All tables havebeen booked! The Bake Salebegins at 10 a.m. and youwill want to be here rightwhen the doors open to getyour hands on some wonderfulhomemade baking, bakedand donated by talented volunteers.The Tea runs from11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and featureshomemade baking anddainty sandwiches, reminiscentof a light English afternoontea. Admission is $4.We hope you can take timeout of your busy schedule toattend, or even volunteer tohelp make this a success!Speaking of volunteers,we want to extend a tremendous“Thank You” to thevolunteers who worked ourAntique Sale last month.Over 40 volunteers andalmost 300 hours helpedmake this event possible.Thank you!The North ShoreCommunity Centre is alwayslooking for volunteers tohelp out in a variety of areas.ChristmasCraftFairSaturday,November 310 am - 3 pmAdmission by donation.Bake Sale 10 amTea 11 am - 2 pmCost for Tea $4North ShoreCommunity Centre730 Cottonwood Ave, Kamloops, BC250-376-4777In particular, at this time,we are looking for peopleto help with doing coffeeset-up and cleanup on anas-needed basis. We are alsolooking for a few dedicatedindividuals to serve onthe Board of Directors.Interested persons can speakto Doug, Manager at 250-376-4777.Our regular events aregoing strong and we inviteyou to come out and participate!Cribbage runs onThursdays from 1:30-3:30p.m. with roughly a dozenpeople coming out to play.This friendly group alwayswelcomes new players. Costis simply a $2 drop-in fee.Our Community Dinneron November 11 will bedelicious, catered by a localrestaurant. We will have liveentertainment, honouringour veterans. It’s a night youwon’t want to miss. Dinnerstarts at 5 p.m. Ticketsare $15 each and canbe purchased in advance atthe front desk at the NorthShore Community Centre.Art Pruce will be entertainingat our Community Dinneron November 27.Another great eventhappening is Pie Night onTuesday, November 20 at6:30 p.m. Entertainer KellyWinders, will be playing,so get your dancing shoesout and come prepared totear up the dance floor!Admission is $3 each andincludes homemade pie, icecream and coffee. Hope tosee you there!SeniorConnectorThe Seniors’Own Newspaperwww.seniorconnector.com439 Tranquille RoadKamloops, B.C. V2B 3G9Telephone: 250-376-8883Fax: 250-376-8806Office Hours:Monday – Thursday8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Please address allcorrespondence to:Senior ConnectorP.O. Box 729,Kamloops, B.C.V2C 5M4E-mail:editor@seniorconnector.comPublisher: Mike KeetchEditor: Lori KeetchDesign & Production:Leigh-Ann HooleySales: Sharon BrookerIT Specialist: Greg KeetchSenior Connector is a monthlynewspaper dedicated toinform, serve and entertainseniors 45 and over.Deadline for advertising andeditorial copy is the 18th ofthe month for publicationon or about the 25th of themonth.It is published by locallyowned PrintMark PublishingInc.Letters to the Editormust be signed and have aphone number (your phonenumber will not be printedunless so requested). Othersubmissions are gratefullyreceived but Senior Connectorreserves the right to edit allmaterial and to refuse anymaterial deemed unsuitablefor this publication. Articleswill run in the newspaper astime and space permit.No portion of thispublication may bereproduced without writtenpermission from thepublisher.The opinions expressedin this publication are notnecessarily those of thepublisher, Senior Connector,PrintMark Publishing Inc.,or the staff thereof.Subscriptions are $25 peryear in Canada.Any error which appearsin an advertisement willbe adjusted as to only theamount of space in which theerror occurred. The contentof each advertisement isthe responsibility of theadvertiser.Senior Connectorrecommends prudentconsumer discretion.Senior Connector is a memberof the Kamloops Chamberof Commerce.

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 7law • n. 1 the principles and regulations established in a communityby some authority and applicable to its people, whetherin the form of legislation or of custom and policies recognized andenforced by judicial decision. A Partnership 2 any written or of positive Law Corporationsrule collectionof rules prescribed under the authority of the state or nation,as by the people in its constitution. Compare bylaw, statute law.3.the controlling influence of such rules; the condition of societybrought about by their observance: maintaining law and order. 4 a• Personalsystem or collection of such rules. 5. the department of knowledgeInjury Claimsconcerned with these rules; jurisprudence: to study law.CHAHAL PRIDDLE LLP• ICBC Claims• Corporate Law• Wills & Estates460 Victoria St., Kamloops250-372-32331-877-372-3233102 – 2840 Voght St., Merritt250-378-4966Hardeep S. ChahalKerri D. Priddle10% OFFall yarn every3rd Monday of each mo.20% OFFMagazine back issues.donna’s yarn& craft centre• Anchor Tapestry Wool• Yarns & Patterns• Embroidery Supplies• Knitting Needles• Crochet Hooks• Zippers/Buttons /Sewing Notions• Alterations• Teddy Bear EyesFortune Shopping Centre19 – 750 Fortune Drive250-376-3381OPEN: Mon-Sat 10 am-5 pm • CLOSED: SunWarren Wagner,DenturistWagnerDenture Clinic Ltd.• Dentures – Partials• Relines – RepairsDedicated to Excellence(Over 30 Years Experience)Complimentary ConsultationsDental Benefit Plan Accepted!Mon – Thurs 7:30 am–12 pm / 1–3 pm Fri 7:30 am–12 pm Sat By Appt. Only30 – 789 Fortune Drive, Kamloops • 250-554-0055North Shore Community Centrenovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©452 – 730 Cottonwood Ave. Kamloops v2b 8m6Phone: 250-376-4777 • Fax: 250-376-4792e-mail: nsccs@shaw.ca8:30 am to 4:30 pm monday to FridaySUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYGolfers Bridge 9 amChristmas Craft FairHealing Touch 9 am 1 2 3Bake Sale & TeaYoga 10 amWeight Watchers 8 amDiabetic Clinic 9 amNov. 3Cribbage 1 pm Tai Chi Breathing 10:15 am Craft Fair10 am - 3 pmLine Dancing 1:30 pm Sing-A-Long 10:30 amGerman Choir 1:30 pmBake Sale & TeaTea 11 am - 2 pm. $4 ppDance With Me 6:30 pm10 am - 3 pmGet your Christmas Crafts Here!Duplicate Bridge 7 pmDo you have an upcoming event,wedding or business meeting?We have event rooms available for rent.Call: 250-376-4777or email nsccs@shaw.caFlea Market 8 amEckankar 10 am4 5 6 7 8 9 10Art Classes 9 amCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmReflexology 2:15 pmBlazers Booster Club6:30 pmGentle Nia 6:30 pmLine Dancing 7 pmTuesday Bridge 9 amOut of Eden 9 amKamloops Adult Learners1 pmTai Chi Breathing 1 pmScrabble 2:30 pmYoga 6:30 pmBridge Lessons 7 pmOut of Eden 9 amCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmZumba Gold 4:40 pmWeight Watchers 5 pmRotary 5:15 pmZumba 6:30 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmDiabetic Clinic 9 amGolfers Bridge 9 amYoga 10 amCribbage 1 pmLine Dancing 1:30 pmDance With Me 6:30 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmTai Chi Breathing 10:15 amSing-A-Long 10:30 amRemembrance Day 11 12 13 14 15 16 17Community Dinner 5 pmTickets in advanceBuffet DinnerLive Entertainment. 50/50Everyone Welcome$15 ppFlea Market 8 amFlea Market 8 amClosedTuesday Bridge 9 amTai Chi Breathing 1 pmKamloops Adult Learners1 pmScrabble 2:30 pmYoga 6:30 pmKamloops Woodcarvers6:30 pmCotton Pickers 8 amFSNA 11 amCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmZumba Gold 4:40 pmWeight Watchers 5 pmRotary 5:15 pmZumba 6:30 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmGolfers Bridge 9 amDiabetic Clinic 9 amYoga 10 amCribbage 1 pmDance With Me 6:30 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmTai Chi Breathing 10:15 amSing-A-Long 10:30 amBCGREA 12 pmGerman Choir 1:30 pm18 Art Classes 9 am 19 20 21 22 23 24Carpet Bowling 12:30 pmReflexology 2:15 pmZumba Gold 4:40 pmWomen of the Moose5:30 pmDance Aerobics 5:45 pmGentle Nia 6:30 pmLine Dancing 7 pmTuesday Bridge 9 amOut of Eden 9 amTai Chi Breathing 1 pmKamloops ALS 1 pmScrabble 2:30 pmYoga 6:30 pmPie Night 6:30 pmOut of Eden 9 amCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmZumba Gold 4:40 pmWeight Watchers 5 pmRotary 5:15 pmZumba 6:30 pmSnowmobile Assoc 7 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmGolfers Bridge 9 amYoga 10 amDiabetic Clinic 9 amCribbage 1 pmLine Dancing 1:30 pmDance with me 6:30 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmTai Chi Breathing 10:15 amSing-A-Long 10:30 am25 Art Classes 9 am 26 27 28 29 30Carpet Bowling 12:30 pmEnabled Seminar 1 pmReflexology 2:15 pmZumba Gold 4:40 pmDance Aerobics 5:45 pmGentle Nia 6:30 pmMovie Night 7 pmLine Dancing 7 pmTuesday Bridge 9 amTai Chi Breathing 1 pmKamloops ALS 1 pmScrabble 2:30 pmCommunity Dinner 5 pmYoga 6:30 pmKamloops Woodcarvers6:30 pmCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmCotton Pickers 1 pmZumba Gold 4:40 pmWeight Watchers 5 pmRotary 5:15 pmZumba 6:30 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmGolfers Bridge 9 amYoga 10 amDiabetic Clinic 9 amCribbage 1 pmGerman Choir 1:30 pmLine Dancing 1:30 pmDance with me 6:30 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmTai Chi Breathing 10:15 amSing-A-Long 10:30 amBC Retired Teachers 12 pmWeight Watchers 8 amWeight Watchers 8 amWeight Watchers 8 am

Page 8Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012Desert Gardens AuxiliaryIt’s beginning to look a lot like ChristmasHello everyone.Well the renovated gift shop at Desert GardensCommunity Centre has been open for a month and halfnow and is doing wonderfully. Everyone likes all thenew items we have on display. There are scarfs, hats andheadbands for children and adults on display. Come checkthem out. We have some African items and old toys forthe little ones that are collectable. As well, there are stuffedanimals, slippers, aprons, tablecloths, tea cozies and more!There will be many Christmas items on sale startingNovember 15, come in and check us out. The gift shop isopen Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.The winner of the quilt raffle was Ken Dick. Thank youto everyone who bought tickets on the quilt. Thanks toAlida for making it for us to raffle. Also, thanks to everyonewho dropped off salmon jars.We are having a bake sale on Monday Dec. 17 at 10:30a.m. in the lobby of Desert Gardens. We will have somedifferent baking this time.So have a great Christmas and New Year. Drive carefullyand have a good time with your family. I will be on holidaysin the warm sun on a Caribbean cruise. I will be thinkingof you in the cold.Re/MaxReal estate(Kamloops)Submitted by Shirley LunanFABuLous mAnor HouseConvenient downtown location 55+ 2 bedrooms &great living space, deck, underground parking, activityroom,secure entry and elevator, scooter friendly.Denise Bouwmeester, reALtor ®Cell: 250-319-3876 • dbinkamloops@shaw.cawww.denisebouwmeestersales.com• Full course festive dinner• Entertainment• Santa in attendance• Door prizes$10 per personCome one – come all!Submitted by Heather CannelIt’s beginning to look a lot likeChristmas around Desert GardensCommunity Centre. We have manyfunctions this month in conjunctionwith the upcoming holidays andfestivities of the Season. If you arelooking for a unique gift for thatspecial someone dear to your heart,do stop by and visit us for theThompson Valley Potters Guild Saleor 10,000 Villages sales as well as theindependent business Craft Fairs alltaking place this month.Mark these dates on your calendar!November 3: Craft Fair, November10: Thompson Valley Potters GuildAnnual Fall Sale, November 23 and24: 10,000 Villages Christmas sale.Our Restaurant will be open thesedays serving up delicious homemadesoups and buns! For more informationcall Heather or Jenn at 250-372-5110.Note our Calendar of Events is in thepaper as well.Once again we will proudly host theOperation Red Nose program. Forthose of you not familiar with thisprogram I will give you a quick outline. This program is a fundraiser forPacific Sport, a non-profit organizationwhere all proceeds go toward developingservices and programs for amateursports in the Kamloops Region. OperationRed Nose is a designated drivingcampaign to combat impaired driving,hosted by Pacific Sport Interior BC inconjunction with ICBC, CFJC-TV7,98.3, B 100 and the RCMP. DesertGardens is the headquarters for thedesignated drivers. The program launchannouncement takes place at the centreon November 7 at 10 a.m. and the rideprogram starts up on November 30.For more information please call 250-320-0650.We are looking forward to seeing allof you in the upcoming months, comeon down and enjoy a social visit andbrowse the fairs.Safety proof homes to prevent fallsFall prevention checklist“When you care for a senior with dementia,you have an added responsibility becausedementia puts seniors at the highest risk forwandering which increases chances for falling,”says Ross.The first day of fall kicked off a Fall PreventionCrusade to warn families to safety prooftheir homes to prevent seniors from falling.Falls are the #1 cause of injuries, hospital visits,and deaths among those 65 and older.“Falls have become a nationwide problemand despite what people may think about theolder population…falls are not inevitable.In fact, they’re largely preventable,” saysPeter Ross, CEO and co-founder of SeniorHelpers. “Up to 30 percent of those who fallsuffer injuries such as hip fractures or headtraumas. Senior Helpers “Fall Prevention Checklist”• Install handrails on BOTH sides of stairsand grab bars in bathrooms$204,000. 00 • Provide plenty of light at the top andbottom of stairs and throughout hallways.• Paint the bottom basement step white tomake it more visible.• Secure rugs to the floor to prevent tripping.• Attach non-slip strips to the bottom ofslippers and shoes.• In outside areas, check steps and walkwaysfor loose bricks, cement or stone.Senior Helpers “Fall Prevention Checklist”for Dementia/Alzheimer’s Patients• Encourage seniors to wear hip protectors(90% of hip fractures are due to falls).• Make sure they have a walking aid withinreach.is pleased to present the• Use an emergency sensor overnight to helpdetect wandering.• Do not use bed rails overnight. Instead,lower the bed to the ground.• Encourage seniors to rest with the head ofthe bed slightly raised.• Use a seatbelt on a shower chair. Neverleave them in the shower or bathroomunattended.electric tree yarnstickets available• yarns • knitting • crochet supplies • spinningnov. 1 at HUB InternationalCheck our website for events, free patterns & much more!www.electrictree.caBarton Insurance:299 – third ave. • 250-372-3155290 3rd Ave • Kamloops, V2C 3M3 • 778•471•6073Hours: • Mon 11-4 • Tues-Thur 10-5 • Fri 10-9 • Sat 10-5“As long as there are tests, there will beprayer in public schools”InternatIonal Barton10th annualSeniors Christmas GalaDesert Gardens, 540 Seymour StreetWednesday, December 44:30 pm – 7 pmPlease DO NOT arrive before 4:00 p.m.RETIREMENT ISDIFFERENT FOREVERYONEOne day, while going to thestore, I passed by a nursinghome. On the front lawnwere six old ladies lyingnaked on the grass. I thoughtthis was a bit unusual, butcontinued on my way to thestore.On my return trip, I passedthe same nursing home withthe same six old ladies lyingnaked on the lawn. This timemy curiosity got the bestof me, and I went inside totalk to the Nursing HomeAdministrator, “Do youknow there are six ladieslying naked on your frontlawn?”“Yes, Millie, Nelda, Elma,Lacey, Tippy and Rosie.”she said. “They’re retiredprostitutes, and they’rehaving a yard sale.”Other Tips To Help Prevent Falling:• Have Foot Size Measured – do this eachtime your senior buys shoes. Foot sizechanges with age and a shoe that is too bigincreases the risk of a fall.• Exercise Regularly – choose activities thatincrease leg strength and improve balancein seniors, such as Tai Chi.• Eye Check-ups – make sure senior lovedones have their eyes checked by a doctor atleast once a year and have their eyeglassesupdated as needed. A good tip: considergetting a pair with single vision distancelenses for activities such as walking outside.• Review Medications – have a doctoror pharmacist review medications/prescriptions to learn what may cause sideeffects, such as dizziness or drowsiness.This affects all seniors and their families.Help us spread the word about FallPrevention Awareness by touring a senior’shome with Senior Helpers experts/caregiversas they point out the most common dangerspots.Did You Know?• 1 out of 3 seniors fall each year.• In 2008, 82% of fall deaths were amongpeople 65 and older.• Fall-related fractures occur more than twicethe rate for older women than for older men.• More than 90% of hip fractures arecaused by falls. And white women havesignificantly higher hip fracture rates thanblack women.Sources: Centers for Disease Control andPrevention, AgedCarer

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 9lansdowne VillagePhone 250-374-4187Fax 250-374-5178200 – 450 Lansdowne StreetEnter to Win a Cooper’s Foods*$25 Gift Certificate!Drop off this entry form in the store for your chance to win!hours: Mon.–Fri. 8 am to 9 pmSat.–Sun. & Holidays 9 am to 8 pmLicensed to OperateLocally Owned & OperatedEspecially for Seniors: Free DeliVery in the downtown area Wed. & Fri.Congratulations toAl FrAnchukof Kamloops, BCour October winner!Prize drawn monthly. Gift certificate valid for in-store purchases, excluding tobacco & lottery.*Offer available at Lansdowne Village location only. *Original entry form only — no facsimiles accepted.*One entry per address per month. Must agree to photo and name being used in the Senior Connector Newspaper.Name: ______________________________ Phone: __________________Address: _____________________________________________________Wills ON WheelsIs your Willup-to-date?• Wills • Probate• Powers of Attorney• Representation Agreements250-374-3737Bruce SwanSonLawyerGibraltar law Group102-418 St. Paul St., Kamloops V2C 2J6Desert Gardens Community Centrenovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©540 Seymour Street, Kamloops v2C 2G9Phone: 250-372-5110 • Fax: 250-372-3429email: desertgardens@hotmail.comCall Heather to book your eventSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 2 3Oasis CafeCentre HoursWeight Watchers 9 amOpen Monday to FridayMon – Fri:Carpet Bowling 10 amCoffee Club 10 am8:30 am til 1 pm9 am – 4 pmCraft Fair 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amDinners on Tuesdays &Weddings & privateMahjong 1 pmCrib 1 pmThursdays 5 pm $10 ppfunctions: Anytime!Spiritual Living 10 amPrivate FunctionSun MorningToast Masters 7 amCoffee Club 10 amGamblers Anon 10 amGrape Vine 12 pmTable Tennis 12:30 pmEuchre 1 pmDG Dinner Party 5 pmHigh Country AchieversToast Masters 7 pm4 5 Coffee Club 10 amSun Morning T6 7 8 9 10Coffee Club 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amWeight Watchers 5:30 pmFly Fishers Mtg 7 pmWeight Watchers 11:30 amKiwanis 12 pmGrape Vine 12 pmBridge 1 pmKaraoke 2:15 pmDG Dinner Party 5 pmTable Tennis 7 pmCoffee Club 10 amOperation Red Nose Launch10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amFree Mahjong Lessons 1 pmoast Masters 7 amCoffee Club 10 amGamblers Anon 10 amGrape Vine 12 pmTable Tennis 12:30 pmEuchre 1 pmDG Dinner Party 5 pmHigh Country AchieversToast Masters 7 pmWeight Watchers 9 amCarpet Bowling 10 amCoffee Club 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amMahjong 1 pmCrib 1 pmRemembrance Day11 12 13 14Sun Morning15 16 17Spiritual Living 10 amSpiritual Living 10 amSpiritual Living 10 amCLOSEDCoffee Club 10 amWeight Watchers 11:30 amGrape Vine 12 pmKiwanis 12 pmStamp Club 1 pmBridge 1 pmDG Dinner Party 5 pmTable Tennis 7 pmCoffee Club 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amFree Mahjong Lessons 1 pmToast Masters 7 amCoffee Club 10 amGamblers Anon 10 amGrape Vine 12 pmTable Tennis 12:30 pmEuchre 1 pmDG Dinner Party 5 pmHigh Country AchieversToast Masters 7 pmWeight Watchers 9 amCarpet Bowling 10 amCoffee Club 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amMahjong 1 pmCrib 1 pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24Coffee Club 10 amFootcare by Mardi 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amWeight Watchers 5:30 pmCoffee Club 10 amWeight Watchers 11:30 amGrape Vine 12 pmKiwanis 12 pmBridge 1 pmKaraoke 2:15 pmDG Dinner Party 5 pmFly Fishers Dinner 5:30 pmTable Tennis 7 pmCoffee Club 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amParkinsons 1 pmFree Mahjong Lessons 1 pmSun MorningToast Masters 7 amCoffee Club 10 amGamblers Anon 10 amTable Tennis 12:30 pmEuchre 1 pmDG Dinner Party 5 pmHigh Country AchieversToast Masters 7 pmWeight Watchers 9 amCarpet Bowling 10 amCoffee Club 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 am10,000 Villages Sale12 pm- 6 pmCrib 1 pmMahjong 1 pmSun Morning25 26 27 28 29 30Coffee Club 10 amFootcare by Mardi 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amBlazers Booster Club 5 pmWeight Watchers 5:30 pmCoffee Club 10 amWeight Watchers 11:30 amGrape Vine 12 pmKiwanis 12 pmBridge 1 pmDG Dinner Party 5 pmTable Tennis 7 pmCoffee Club 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amFree Mahjong Lessons 1 pmToast Masters 7 amCoffee Club 10 amGamblers Anon 10 amTable Tennis 12:30 pmEuchre 1 pmNov & Dec Birthday Dinner5:30 pmHigh Country Achievers ToastMasters 7 pmKamloops Stamp Club 7 pmWeight Watchers 9 amCarpet Bowling 10 amCoffee Club 10 amSeniors Chair Yoga 11 amCrib 1 pmMahjong 1 pmThompson ValleyPotters GuildFall Sale10 amOasis Cafe Open9 am - 2 pm10,000 Villages Sale10 am - 4 pm

Page 10Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012Smoke detector maintenanceNovember 4th is the endof daylight savings time andwhen we are supposed tochange the batteries in oursmoke detectors. This is a greatidea but spend a few moremoments on maintenance—itcould save your life. Even ifyour smoke detectors are theAC-powered type read on asmost of these hints apply to allsmoke detectors.Safety first - remember thatwe are maintaining our smokedetectors to keep ourselvessafer. Do not put yourself atrisk by climbing on an improper step orif you have problems with balance. Use astepladder or a step stool that has a handrailto hold while climbing. If climbing is not agood idea for you call a friend, neighbour,relative or hire someone and stay safe.The smoke sensor in the detector loses itssensitivity over time and a smoke detectorthat is more than 10 years old may not bereliable. Look for the date of manufactureon a sticker on the side or back of the unit.If yours is more than 10 years old or if thereis no date sticker, play it safe and replace theunit.Smoke detectors work by allowing air,which may contain smoke into a sensingWe can be part of your plan to keep living“independently in your own home.MaintenanceHandyhelpWe can be the maintenance We’re here if you need someonedepartment for your home! with the tools & skills to get theRoutine & seasonal job done.maintenance, or as needed.omewell RepairsWe can repair almost anything!HServices Co.llEmergenciesWe are available andon-call 24 hours a day.HomeweServices Co.HomeMaintenanceTipsLyle Killough, Homewell Services Co.chamber. This means that thelittle holes or slots on the faceof the detector must be open.We should gently vacuum thedust from the detector housing.Never paint a smokedetector. If your smokedetector has been paintedreplace it!Test your smoke detectorby holding in the test button afew moments until the alarmsounds. This does not test theunit’s sensitivity to smoke butconfirms that the detector ispowered and that the beeperworks. If your smoke detector is monitoredby a security company contact them beforedoing this test or you might end up with avisit from the fire department.I like to write the month and year onthe new batteries with a felt marker beforeI install them. It can be easy to lose trackof whether or not we have remembered tochange them.Properly working smoke detectors havesaved many lives. They are an effective andinexpensive form of fire detection. Let’shope that the one in your home never goesoff unless it is being tested... or if it is lettingyou know that the toast is done.Don’t grow these corns!Submitted by Helen Waters, LPNCorns are areas of thickened skin thatdevelop on areas that have been exposed tofriction or pressure on a daily basis. Theyhave a ‘nucleus’ at the point of greatest stress.Corns develop over bony prominences orbetween toes. Sometimes there is bursitisunderlying a corn,(Inflammation of the fluidsac that protects joints)or a hematoma whichis caused by the rupture of blood vessels.There are three types of corns:Hard corns: These are caused by pressureand friction. They are yellowish or grayishspots that show up on top of or at the endsof toes. (When toes are in a claw-like position,the end of the toe touches the groundand a corn can form).Soft corns: These are moist and white andoccur between toes. They form where thetoes’ bony prominences touch each other.Seed corns: These are small, bead-like cornsthat form on soles of feet.To prevent corns, wear proper footwear,making sure the shoe doesn’t press on feet.Corn cushions can help prevent pressurepoints from causing corns.Hard corns can be reduced to relieve pressureon nerve endings. If corns hurt evenwithout shoes being worn, the pain could becaused by an underlying bursitis.Using lambs wool with or without toeseparators helps dry out soft corns, as softcorns are too soft to be filed down. Oncethe corn dries out, it may resolve on its ownor become a hard corn, which may then bereduced.Avoid commercial corn removers as theycan burn healthy skin along with the cornand cause ulceration. See a foot care nurseor podiatrist to safely treat your corns!(Some ideas from ‘nursing foot care’ by SusanTremble)RenovationsWe do small renovation projects.Home Maintenance Specialistswww.homewell-services.com • 250-579-9309Recently I have theopportunity to assist severalof type 2 diabetics who areadding on insulin to theirregime get started. Thishas been an educationalexperience for not only them,but for myself as well. I helptroubleshoot any issues theyhave by drawing on advicefrom the Diabetic EducationCentre at RIH, the resourcesI have been given, and myexperience from working withformer Kamloops specialist, Dr. Waller.In this article, I would like to share theseexperiences, in hopes of helping those whomay benefit from a few tips with insulintherapy.For the majority of type 2 diabetics,insulin therapy is iniated by adding on aonce a day injection of either intermediateor long-acting insulin, such as Humulin N/Novolin NPH or Lantus/Levemir. Calledbasal insulin and they are intended to coverbaseline insulin needs and fix fasting bloodsugars. Your doctor usually starts with a lowdose to prevent hypoglycemia, and will tellyou to increase the dose by 1-2 units a dayuntil morning fasting blood sugar is between4-7mmol/L. Once you have reached thistarget, you stop increasing your dose. Letslook as a few cases that resolve any specificissues that may be present upon starting this.In the first scenario I encountered, a fewissues presented. This patient had been atype 2 diabetic for over 8 years and despitebest efforts with diet, exercise and severaloral medications, their blood sugar levelshad risen over the past year to an averageof 13mmol/L and were unable to bring itdown. Reluctantly, he agreed to try insulin.The main reason for his reluctance wasfear that the injections would hurt. After ademonstration, which showed him injectinginsulin hurt less than a blood sugar test,he agreed to try it. After a few injectionshe experienced some minor stinging. Wediscovered that by tapping the bubble ofinsulin off of the pen tip before injectingresolved the problem. The second issue wasMissagh ManshadiB.Sc. PharmPharmacist/OwnerTroubleshooting for Type 2Diabetics starting insulinHealth MattersLaura Burgess, B.Sc. PharmCertified Diabetes EducatorOnce upon a time, a beautiful, independent, self assuredprincess happened upon a frog in a pond.The frog said to the princess,“I was once a handsomeprince until an evil witch put a spell on me. One kiss fromyou and I will turn back into a prince and then we can marry,move into the castle with my mom, and you can prepare mymeals, clean my clothes, bear my children and forever feelhappy doing so.”That night, while the princess dined on frog legs, she keptlaughing and saying, “I don’t think so.”MANSHADI PHARMACYPrescriptions • Medication Compounding •Medical Supplies • Diabetes SpecialistComing Soon - Second locationat 376 Tranquill Rd to serve you better.* Free Prescription Delivery in Kamloops *Complete Medication Review by Appointmentdespite increasing his insulinby 2 units per night, his bloodsugars had only modestlydropped to ~10mmol/L andhe was approaching 0.5 unitsper kg of body weight. For theaverage type 2 diabetic, theusual dose of basal insulin fallsbetween 0.25-0.5 units perkg. If you approach this leveland still are not achieving thetarget results, then your doctormay need to consider addingon a fast acting insulin to coveryour meals as well to get you to target.In the second scenario, I met witha woman who had also just reluctantlystarted basal insulin, but her reluctancywas due to the fact that when her motherhad started insulin, she had a problemwith weight gain. This can be a commonproblem, as taking insulin makes youmore metabolic efficient since the sugarthat your body was previously unable touse is now being taken up by your cells.Therefore, Dr. Waller recommends to allof his patients that are starting insulin todecrease their caloric intake by 20-30% inorder to prevent insulin-associated weightgain. Additionally, a lot of diabetics takea snack with their insulin at bedtime inorder to prevent nocturnal hypoglycemia, adangerous condition that is hard to detectand treat while sleeping. Once again,although prevention of this is important, Dr.Waller recommends that you decrease yourinsulin dose instead rather than “feeding” theinsulin. Some signs that you have experiencelow blood sugars while sleeping are if youhave been waking up sweaty, confused, andhave been having nightmares. If so, then youneed to set an alarm for 2-3 am and test. Ifyou have been going low (

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 11Probate planning to minimize estate costsA Grant of Probate isproof to financial institutions,financial advisors andthe Land Title Office thatyour Last Will and Testamenthas been certified bythe Court and that yourExecutor is authorized torepresent your Estate. Theprocess of certification isknown as Probate.The government chargesa fee, known as a ProbateFee, for issuing a Grantof Probate. It is calculatedbased on the present marketvalue of assets that compriseyour Estate at the time ofyour death. Probate fees aretaxed on the gross value ofthe Estate, which meansdebts, other than securedloans and mortgages, are notdeducted for the purpose ofcalculating Probate fees.Currently in BritishColumbia, Estates with avalue of less than $25,000are not assessed a ProbateFee. Assets in anEstate between $25,000and $50,000 are assessed at.6% and Estate assets over$50,000 are assessed at $150Several days ago as I left a meetingat a hotel; I desperately gave myselfa personal pat down. I was lookingfor my keys. They were not in mypockets. A quick search in the meetingroom revealed nothing. SuddenlyI realized I must have left them inthe car. Frantically, I headed for theparking lot. My husband has scoldedme many times for leaving the keys inthe ignition. My theory is the ignitionis the best place not to lose them. Histheory is that the car will be stolen. AsI burst through the door,I came to a terrifying conclusion. Histheory was right. The parking lot wasempty. I immediately called the police.I gave them my location, confessed thatI had left my keys in the car, and thatit had been stolen. Then I made themost difficult call of all, “Hi, honey,” Istammered, (I always call him “honey”in times like these) “I love you.”“I left my keys in the car and it’sbeen stolen.”Legal EaseBy Kerri Priddlefor the first $50,000 and1.4% on the remainder.Consider a $250,000property held in the nameof the husband only – theProbate Fees would be$2,950 and the propertywould pass to the wifethrough the husband’s Will.When the wife passes away,the same property is againcharged a Probate Fee andpasses to the person namedin the wife’s Will.Through Estate Planning,you can minimize theamount of assets that flowthrough your Estate andstill place the assets in thehands of the people whoThere was a period of silence. Ithought the call had been dropped, butthen I heard his voice.“Are you kidding’ me”, he barked, “Idropped you off!”Now it was my time to be silent.Embarrassed, I said, “Well, come andget me.”He retorted,”I will, as soon as Iconvince this cop Ididn’t steal your car.”Oops!Yep it’s thegolden years...you intend to receive them.Assets that are excludedfrom Probate and do notform part of your Estateinclude:· Property and bankaccounts held jointly withanother person· Property owned outside ofBritish Columbia· Life Insurance, RRSPs andother investments for whichyou have named a beneficiaryJointly held assets automaticallypass to the survivingjoint owner, do not formpart of the Estate and arenot subject to Probate fees.However, you must carefullyconsider the effectof joint ownership if youintend the property to bedivided among more thanthe person or persons ontitle after you pass away.Without proper planning,you may unintentionallyexclude a beneficiary fromtheir intended inheritance.A lawyer or accountant canadvise you with respect tothese considerations.When you name a beneficiaryfor your investment orinsurance policy, upon yourdeath the beneficiary is paidthose funds directly. 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November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 13In the last two November Remembrance Day issues, Ihave spoken about both my father’s, Dr. Clyde Slade andmy Uncle Bill, Flight Sergeant William Francis Millerd’scontributions to the Second World War. I have a finalpatriot in my family whose wartime story I wish to share.My mother, Lenora, was a student nurse at the RoyalVictorian in Montreal as Canada readied for war.The story wends its way forward from the time ofGeorge the Third of England who had granted my mother’sancestors land and title, still existing as the village of Finden.Family members eventually immigrated to Brockville, Ont.,where my grandmother, Ann Finden was born in the late1800’s. Unlike most young ladies of her circle, she left thefamily at sixteen to seek adventure. She traveled to Bostonand enrolled herself in the Massachusetts General Hospitalin the Nursing Program there. She graduated in the late1880’s and became a lady’s nurse/companion. Annie met andmarried my grandfather Francis Millerd, who on musteringout of the Irish Fusiliers at the end of the Boer War, hadventured out to Canada’s West coast, finally reaching hisdestination with a $1.10 left in his pocket. He worked hisway up through the Gosse Family’s fishing business, boughtit out and set up his on his own cannery business. He andAnn married in 1908.My mother was born in 1920 and after graduating highschool and putting in a year of study at U.B.C. until shewas old enough to be accepted, traveled to Montreal toattend the Royal Victorian Hospital’s Nursing School. Mygrandmother put her in touch with a nursing friend thathad attended Boston’s nursing school with her, who willinglyagreed to look out for my mother. Mrs. MacLean, true toher word, had my mother over for many a Sunday dinner.My mother joined the nursing class in May of 1938. Itwas a four-year hospital based program, with the studentsliving in dormitory residence on the hospital grounds. Therethey shared a room with another student for their first9-month “probie” year, moving to a private room thereafterhaving survived their first year. Student life was demandingas the staff meant to weed out those that couldn’t cope andshould be sent home.During their first year they wore a blue and white stripeduniform, marking them a “probie”. They graduated to a pinkstriped uniform if they made it through. “You had to havethe right stuff ”, my mother reflects. The nursing schoolwas steeped in a tradition of hard work and hierarchicalachievement, the tone was deadly serious. Canada wasgearing up for war.Students worked exhausting, labour intensive 12 hourshifts as dictated, no choices, with one night a month thatthey could stay out until 10 p.m., otherwise, they had tobe in residence by 8 p.m. When not on duty, they attendedclasses and sat exams in the residence hall. The girlsrotated through the different services, medical, surgical,pharmaceutical, etc. Their cards marked off by the wardhead nurse on successful completion of area specific tasks.The students ate their meals in the residence’s dining area,late shifters hating the well-heated, dried up leftovers!My mom remembers a lot of blancmange being served assupplies tightened! She remarked, “ I ate a lot of tastelessstuff but you were working hard and were so hungry. I stillremember that dreadful blancmange!”“You were only addressed by your last name, MissMillerd. “Oh, that MissMillerd!”, my Mom recalls.“You couldn’t go anywhere,you had no money anyway.”Life followed a strictregimen. The students hadto present themselves forduty in very clean, starcheduniforms and wearing thehair nets my mother sohated. She purposefully leftthem behind in residenceand was always being calledup on the carpet for it.Prayers for Nurses wereheld at 6 a.m. daily in thehall, followed by breakfast.Students were expected toattend and be respectful.That held true for mostWartime Recollectionsgirls, but not always for my mother. She had too much ofthe Irish devilment in her! She laughingly recalled to me thetime that she spotted a silverfish bug legging it across thechapel carpet.Chuckling to herself, she had followed its determined,transit march. On hearing such outrageous behaviourhappening in prayers, the nursing superintendent, “a pickleof a little thing”, called out, “Miss Millerd, perhaps youwould share what is soamusing to you!” Momthought that was sofunny! You had to enjoythe moments! My motherrocked with laughterrecalling the young medicalresidents. They thought itabsolutely hilarious to sendthe new “probies”, whofor their first year madebeds and emptied bedpans,all over the hospital onimpossible errands suchas getting them some“fallopian tubes” fromsurgery!Mom, an exceptionallybright student, remembersbeing in trouble most ofthe time, “lots of blackmarks against my name,I expect, but nothing Icould get canned for!”ChristmasBazaar &Silent AuctionLocal Vendors - Unique ItemsHuge Bake Sale - Victorian TeaSaturday, Nov. 24 th2:00 - 4:00 pmPine Grove Care Centre313 McGowan Ave, KamloopsBy Marie Slade1913 - Student Nurse (Lenora) MillerdAs they had to make their own fun, one afternoon theyheld a tea party at which her friends goaded her intoproviding the entertainment. My mother decided to“hula” dance. She was observed by a passing instructorwho demanded, “ Miss Millerd, just what do you thinkyou are doing?” “I got another black mark”, my motherchuckled. Bemused with her myself, I began to wonder atmy mother’s, secreted youthful experiences. I delighted inher mischievous behaviour, feeling absolved of my own, asshe continued sharing another of her best moments. “I wascaught humming in a stairwell on my way to work!” Thenursing supervisor admonished her, “We do not hum in thishospital; this hospital is full of sick people!”My mother remembered when she and the other studentnurses had to ready her wards for doctors’ rounds. Theysquared off the beds as per form, having to tuck the patients’bed sheets in so tightly that it bent the patients’ feet down.She remarked, “You had to be able to bounce a quarteroff them, never mind their poor toes!” Mom used to walkclosely behind the head nurse as she followed the attendingphysicians, surreptitiously jerking the sheets up to free theirpoor feet, her wink, winning her a grateful smile of relief.Most often, she remembers with a grin, she was not caughtout! 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Terry Shupe (Kamloops),Dr. Gur Singh (Kamloops), Carman Smith (Barriere),Dick Taylor (Kamloops), Donald Turtiak (Blue River), RitaWelsh (Clinton), Glen Wideman (Kamloops), Kent Wong(Kamloops), Harry Wright (Kamloops).Actual SignsSubmitted photoIn a funeral parlor: Ask aboutour layaway plan.On a shopping mallmarquee: ArcheryTournament -- Ears pierced.Outside a country shop: Webuy junk and sell antiques.In the window of anappliance store: Don’t killyour wife. Let our washingmachine do the dirty work.Continued from page 13My mother recalls this being a dreadful time, asyoung men, particularly from the small-secluded villageswere called up. Some were admitted to the hospitalwith complaints and injuries. “They were just terrified!”mom quietly recalls. “They hardly knew any Englishand couldn’t comprehend what was being said to themor communicate with others. They were understandablyvery fearful of what was and would happen to them.How would they be able to understand and carry outorders?” The young doctors assigned to examine themwere sympathetic but had to carry out their duty. Yearslater my father, a physician who had served, explainedto my mother what was referred to as “swinging thelead”. He explained that some of these frightened boyswould come in with all sorts of complaints and even didthemselves injury to stay out of service.” Recognizing thatfear as the basis of their complaints, the doctors wouldsympathetically reach up and swing a lead weight attachedto a support such as a hanging light, letting the youngmen know that they knew why they were bringing forwardexcuses. “As what had become practice, they “swung thelead” for the boys so not have to tell them the jig was up.They were trying to save them face,” she remarked sadly.Young men from across Canada started arriving inMontreal to be shipped out. She recalled some of her oldfriends from the west who had joined up in the spirit ofthe moment and eventually friends of friends called up,visiting her at the hospital. She spent the little free timeshe had walking in the gardens with them, as they tooshared their fears of seeing action and not coming backalive. “It was a dreadful time”, my mother whispered.My mother graduated nursing in May of 1942. In thesame month her brother, Flight Sergeant William (Bill)Millerd, was shot down over the Baltic Sea and wasmissing. My Grandfather requested my mother’s returnto Vancouver to look after my devastated grandmother.My mother was able to transfer her Quebec NursingRegistration to B.C. and took on a nursing job indowntown Vancouver at Seymour Clinic.Mom met my father, a doctor in the 25th MedicalCorps, through his cousin who was in training with mymother and they married on May 11, 1944. They didwhat many young wartime couples did. They chose tostay together for fear that my dad might be shipped away,not return alive. She went with him to Prince George andthen on to Wainwright, Alberta, where she recalled somefunny episodes. There, the officers were given the choiceof bringing their wives but the couples would have stayoff base in the small town. My father had called aheadand found a small house that he could rent from a teacherand his wife, who were going on training for the summer,as long as he looked after their teenage son who had toremain to carry out his daily job unloading newspapers offthe westbound train and delivering them.My mother recalls the house and boy vividly. He wasa very quiet young man who every once and in awhilewent haywire. She remembers him nicking some dry iceoff the train and experimenting with the placing of a fewbottles of Coke into a barrel of this dry ice. It froze andexploded! My mother had coke dripping off the ceiling,walls, furniture, and any perpendicular surface! She didn’tcomplain, though, as her friends that also came with theirhusbands, couldn’t find anywhere to stay and ended upliving in hastily cleaned out chicken coups! Everyonemade do, as they wanted to have as much time as theycould with their loved ones. “You took what time youhad”, my mother said quietly. So many she crossed pathswith, she said as she told me her wartime story, she neversaw again.My mother, “Nurse Millerd”, carried on workingunselfishly for a great many causes. At 92 years of age,she remains the center point around which daughtersand sons, grandchildren and great-grandchildren wiselyrevolve. She has cast us with a sense of humour andcompassion and charged us to a call to duty. I hope we willdo her proud.

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 15Battle of Britain rememberedThe Golden SeasonThe leading defenders of Britain againstthis Nazi aggression in the period July 10,1940 until September 11, 1940 were theyoung pilots of the Royal Air Force, whoincluded volunteers from around the world.These would include not only those menfrom Great Britain but from Poland, NewZealand, Canada, Czechoslovakia, Belgium,South Africa, France, Ireland, SouthernRhodesia, Jamaica, Palestine and theUnited States of America, who joined theRAF in its heroic “Battle of Britain”. Fromthe 3,080 airmen who piloted the Spitfiresand Hurricanes, 537 of them sacrificedtheir lives to save Great Britain and the freeworld from the Nazi aggressors by takingto the air, flying several sorties in one day,sleeping in their flight suits, ever ready forthe call when it came to defend Britain.That the invasion did not succeed,By Douglas Dawswas due to the super-human efforts ofthese young men of the Royal Air Force;“The Glorious Few” whom Sir WinstonChurchill, Prime Minister of Britain, soeloquently eulogized in The House ofCommons after the battle. “The gratitudeof every home in our island, in our empire,and indeed throughout the world, goes outto the British airmen, who undaunted byodds, unwearied in their constant challengeand mortal danger, turned the tide ofthe world war, by their prowess and theirdevotion. Never in the field of humanconflict, was so much owed by so many, toso few”.And so to the “Glorious Few” of 1940,we offer humble thanks for preservingour precious liberty and freedoms, with arenewed determination to be ever worthyof their sacrifice.By Douglas DawsThe sun had warmed a rounded rock,That lay upon the river’s sand,A rock that beckoned, sit a while,And view this glorious golden land.Resting there, midst beauty never seen,By those who hurry on their way.I spent a rich and pleasant hour,In the glory of another autumn day.For stretching far along the river banks,As far as my peering eyes could see,I saw a yellow band of Poplar leaves,That shimmered on each tree.Then from the calmly flowing river,My eyes rose up towards the sky,As soaring gulls the silence break,With their mournful, screeching cry.But the sun had now begun to set,A light breeze brought hint of chill,So it was time to leave the rock,But that hour’s a golden memory still!• Personal care• Companion care• Housekeeping• Meal preparation• Transportation• Respite care24 hours,7 days a weekServing Kamloopsfor 18 yearsIn-Home Care Inc.Home Support Services250-851-0078314-141 Victoria Street, Kamloopswww.inhomecarehomesupport.caThree SistersThree elderly sisters,ages 92, 94 and 96,shared a house together.One evening, the96 year old sister wentupstairs to take a bath.As she put her foot intothe tub, she paused.Then she yelled down tothe other two sisters andasked, “Was I getting inthe tub or out?”“You dern fool,” said the94 year old. “I’ll come upand see.” When she gothalf way up the stairsshe paused. “Was I goingup the stairs or down?”The 92 year old sisterwas sitting at the kitchentable drinking a cupof tea and thought, “Ihope I never get thatforgetful, knock onwood.” She shook herhead and called out, “I’llbe up to help you bothas soon as I see who’s atthe door.”F I N A N C I A L S O L U T I O N S• Tired of the roller coaster ride of the stockmarket?• Tired of continued diminishing returns ofyour investment portfolio?• There are other investment optionsavailable to you.• For a personal consultation on alternativeinvestments options call...Maury Dawson250-372-9801maury@investmart.caIan McArthur250-374-7772ian@plazafinancial.cawww.plazafinancial.caEverything is Christmasat The ShoresRetirement Residence!The best kept secret during the Christmas celebrations is...The Shores Retirement ResidenceSoon it will be time for Christmas shopping and the best kept secret isour Christmas Craft and Bake Sale. You’ll find gifts, entertainment,music, hot apple cider, tea & wonderful goodies so please join our familyat The Shores Retirement Residence...it is Christmas after all!Give us a call…250 376 0315Enjoy our wonderful baking & treats, door prizes & surprises.SAT. NOVEMBER 17, 2012 10am - 1pm870 Westminster Avenue Kamloops, B.C. Tel 250 376 0315www.primetimeliving.ca…see you there!Come by and see ourwonderful residence.

Page 16Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012L est We For getRemembrance Day - November 11, 2012Remembrance Day is AlwaysRemembrance Dayshave come and gone,and yet…For some they stay,The bugler’s had hisfinal word,The crowd hasgone its way.Today one manstood all alone,Until a boy came near,“Remembrance Daywas yesterday, yetNow…I find you here.”Three words they sawupon the stone,And this…The man did say;“Remembrance Dayis always, sonIt’s not just yesterday.”~ Daryl WedleyIn respect and remembrance for thosewho fought to give us freedom!Zimmer AutogroupRemembering to say thanksWhen you think of Canada’s multicultural societyand all the freedoms and opportunities we experienceon a daily basis, devoting a few minutes of silenceon Remembrance Day to think of our troops is animportant and meaningful gesture. Our soldiers andveterans sacrificed their time, personal comforts and, inmany cases, their lives so we could enjoy ours.Here are some other ways that you can showgratitude:• Wear a poppy. From the last Friday in Octoberto Nov. 11, pin a poppy on the left lapel of yourgarment or as close to the heart as possible. This willpublicly remind you of our soldiers’ sacrifices and willencourage others to do the same.ZIMMER AUTOGROUP• Write to soldiers. Send a letter or card toexpress your appreciation. Mailing addresses are listedon the Department of National Defence website. Youcan also post a message to troops on the site’s messageboard.657542• Donate in honour of a soldier. Just asthe Canadian Forces aim to bring peace and securityto countries in need, consider doing your part to helpthose around the world who are suffering. Charitieslike Christian Children’s Fund of Canada offer a giftcatalogue where you can purchase items such as fruittrees or insecticide treated bed nets in honour of oneof Canada’s heroes. You can also personalize a card andmail your thanks to a Canadian Forces member. –NCIn Flanders FieldsIn Flanders Fields the poppies blowBetween the crosses row on row,That mark our place; and in the skyThe larks, still bravely singing, flyScarce heard amid the guns below.We are the dead. Short days agoWe lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,Loved and were loved, and now we lieIn Flanders Fields.Take up our quarrel with the foe:To you from failing hands we throwThe torch; be yours to hold it high.If ye break faith with us who dieWe shall not sleep, though poppies growIn Flanders Fields.By Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD(1872-1918)Canadian ArmyA Salute tothose whofoughtfor ourfreedom.Remembering and honouring the brave menand women who gave theultimate sacrifice for our freedom.They shall not be forgotten.RIVERBEND MANOR760 Mayfair Street, Kamloops, B.C.TEL: 250-376-6536 • FAX: 250-376-6513rivercityseniors.cathe home medical equipment specialists773 Victoria Street, Kamloops250-571-1456 or 1-866-571-1456Tel: 250-579-9061 • www.thehamletatwestsyde.com3255 Overland Dr., Kamloops, BC V2B 0A5Honouring those bravemen & women who gavethe ultimate sacrifice.100 – 1055 Hillside Drive • Kamloops250-374-1591Thank You Vets!Kipp-MalleryHome Health Care273 Victoria St. Kamloops250-372-0842Forget Me NotWe RememberThe SacrificeThe SorrowThe SurvivorsOn November 11Honour the Memoriesand Experiences ofour VeteransHigh Country Health Care Inc.#201-1800 Tranquille Rd., KamloopsBC V2B 3L9 • 250-376-7417Providing Home Care to Veterans & Seniors • DVA Authorized

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 17REMEMBRANCE DAYCeremonies and Parade at theVeterans Memorial Cairn,Riverside Park ~ Nov. 11, 201210:30 am The parade will assemble at theback of Heritage Housein Riverside Park10:45 am Guard of Honour mountedat Memorial Cairn10:50 am The Colour Party, Veterans andEx-Service Personnel Companywill march on with the band10:58 am “O Canada”10:59 am The Last Post11:00 am Two Minute Silence11:02 am Lament11:04 am Fly Past by 419 Squadron(Cold Lake, AB)11:05 am Reveille “Act Of Remembrance”11:06 am Prayers “Abide With Me”11:12 am Wreath Laying,“God Save the Queen”11:40 am ParadeL est We For getRemembrance Day - November 11, 2012The parade will move out of Riverside Park ontoLorne Street and proceed west under the 1st Avenueunderpass and across Lansdowne Street on 1st Avenue;then left on Victoria Street past the saluting base in the200-block of Victoria Street, continuing along VictoriaStreet to dispersal area in the 400-block of VictoriaStreet.The youth groups turn left off Victoria Street, northon 3rd Avenue to Lorne Street to Interior SavingsCentre - Parkside Lounge for refreshments.All interested organizations and individuals areinvited to participate in the ceremonies and parade asper Order of March subject to the direction of ParadeMarshal Craig Thomson, Parade Sgt Major MWO RayHettrick and Veterans Group Leader Alex Sim.Scouts, Venturers, Cubs, Guides, Beavers, Browniesand other youth groups must have a leader with eachgroup and the groups must be under control at all times.Bleacher seating is provided for participating children, aswell as seating for seniors and disabled.After the parade, festivities for veterans and paradeparticipants will be available at the following locations:• Royal Canadian Legion, 425 Lansdowne St.• ANAVETS Unit 290, #9 177 Tranquille Rd.• Rocky Mountain Rangers Canteen, 1221 McGill Rd.• Fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd.• Kamloops Elk Lodge #44, 784B Victoria St.• Youth Groups at Interior Savings Centre- Parkside LoungePoppy Campaign Officeis located at...632 Seymour St.Kamloops, BC V2C 2B4250-374-0623Lest We ForgetHonouring the brave menand women who gave theultimate sacrifice forour freedom. You shallnot be forgotten.60 Whiteshield Cres. South,Kamloops, BC 250-377-7275www.berwickretirement.comY o u r P r e m i e rr e t i r e m e n t r e s i d e n c eLEST WE FORGETMair Jensen Blair LLP - Lawyers700-275 Lansdowne StreetKamloops, BC V2C 6H6Ph: 250-374-3161TF: 1-888-374-3161Lest We ForgetOn November 11th,take time to remember those whogave so much for our freedom.Kamloops Fire Rescue250-372-5131 • 911THE FAMILY FRATERNITYLoyal Order of Moose • Women of the Moose • Moose LegionThey ShallNot BeForgottenWe thank the menand womenwho servedour countryto make ourdreams possibleLoyal Order of Moose Lodge #1552730 Cottonwood Avenue • 250-376-8022Rememberingthose who foughtfor our freedom.•Cottonwood Manor••north Shore CoMMunity Centre•730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops, B.C.Tel: 250-376-4777 • Fax: 250-376-4792Colombo Lodge814 Lorne Street, Kamloops250-374-4914Honouringthe brave menand womenwho gave theultimatesacrifice forour freedom.

Page 18 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 19William MillerdBill Bedwell, RCAFOlive Dove, WAAFNorm Haywood, RCAFJack Robinson, RCAF Estelle Kirby, RC Navy Herb Karras, RCAF Stu Dexter, RCAFMike Keetch, Egypt 1966Rita WallaceCapt. Joe Jasper Bill Valli L. Col Al Trotter Tony Bellows, RCAFAl Tassell, RC NavyNeville York, RCAFAlex Sim, ArmyTerry LakeMLA, Kamloops-North ThompsonAl GaunceRemembering the sacrificesof Canadian veteranson Remembrance DayKevin KruegerMember of the Legislative AssemblyKamloops–South ThompsonTel: 250-314-6031 • Fax: 250-314-6040#9 – 111 Oriole Road, Kamloops, BC V2C 4N6November 11, 2012Proudly rememberingall those who bravelyserved our country.Jack HorieBud Petit618B Tranquille Rd. Kamloops, BCTEL: 250-554-5413 • FAX: 250-554-5417terry.lake.mla@leg.bc.ca • www.terrylakemla.bc.caAllan Gilmour, ArmyRememberingthose who gaveso much for ourfreedom...The RoyalCanadian LegionBranch 107 Chase515 Shuswap Road, Chase, BC250-679-3536Orvel Dove, RCAFClifford H. Badcock,Newfoundland Royal NavyMary Howard, RCAFGordon Williamson,RCAFFraternal Orderof EaglesKamloops Aerie • 3453Community Concerned • Community Involved755 Tranquille Road • 376-1311www.kamloopseagles3453.comWayne EverettUS Army & Air CorpsDoug Daws,Royal Air ForceHonoring those who bravely servedRoyal Canadian LegionBranch 2424673 Shaver Road, Barriere, BC250•672•5913Gordon Monford, ArmyDan and Joyce DunnKit Tassell, RC NavyCity of KamloopsOffice of the MayorLest We ForgetMayor and Council give heartfelt thanks to allveterans. We will remember them.Councillor Nancy BeppleCouncillor Donovan CaversCouncillor Ken ChristianCouncillor Nelly DeverMayor Peter Milobarwww.kamloops.caCol. Robbie RobertsonLest We ForgetWith deep respectand lasting gratitude,we reflect upon thedeeds to thosewho served299 Third Ave. • 37 – 945 Columbia St.16 – 750 Fortune Dr. • 2 – 111 Oriole Rd.100A – 1320 West Trans Canada Hwy.620 – 1055 Hillside Dr.250-372-3155 • 1-800-661-6194Councillor Tina LangeCouncillor Arjun SinghCouncillor Marg SpinaCouncillor Patricia WallaceLest We ForgetOn this RemembranceDay, we pay tribute tothose past and present whoserved our country withcourage and compassion.Cathy McLeod, MPKamloops-Thompson-Cariboo979 Victoria StreetKamloops, B.C. V2C 2C1250-851-4991LEST WE FORGETOn November 11, weremember and honourall who have servedtheir country.Royal Canadian Mounted PoliceKamloops Detachment 250-828-3000Brown’sRepairShop Ltd.220 Lansdowne StreetEst. 1922 • Eric Brown250-372-3656• Safe sales & service• Lock sales & service• Keys by code• Window grilles• Locks rekeyedHEROESLest we Forget.Kamloops Seniors Village thanksall Veterans and their families.250.571.18041220 Hugh Allan DriveKamloopsSeniorsVillage.comLest We forgetRemembering those whogave their lives for PeaceSeniors Outreach SocietySeniorsOutreach Society127-540 Seymour St.250-828-0600www.kamseniorsoutreach.ca529 Seymour St.Kamloops V2C 0A1T: 250-434-1700F: 250-34-1701JOHN HOWARD SOCIETY • THOMPSON REGIONHonour honourandrememberour veteransThe Royal Canadian legionBranch 52 Kamloops • 425 lansdowne Street374-1742 • lounge 374-1743 • www.kamloopslegion.comTo thosewho gaveso much…At the going downof the sun and inthe morning we willremember them.886 (Overlander) WingAir Force Association of CanadaFor more info call Mike at 250-318-5777

Page 20Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012OTTAWA – The Royal Canadian Legion will build a“Virtual Wall of Honour and Remembrance” to honour alldeceased veterans. The appearance of the “Virtual Wall” willcoincide with the National Remembrance Day Ceremony,organized by the Legion on behalf of and for all Canadians.It will be displayed on the large video screens prior to thestart of the actual ceremony on November 11, 2012 and thosethereafter..As a way to honour their relatives and friends whohave served Canada, Canadians are invited to forward aphotograph of the deceased veteran to Dominion Commandalong with his or her name, years of service, element or forceto which the departed belonged or regiment/unit. Photoscan be sent by mail to Dominion Command, 86 Aird Place,Ottawa, ON, K2L 0A1 (no originals please as they cannot bereturned) or electronically to RememberingThem@legion.ca orALeurMemoire@legion.ca .Any deceased veteran (including those who belonged to theMerchant Navy and of Ferry Command) whose death wasattributable to any cause before or after they served (World War2, Korea, peace support missions, Afghanistan, accidental deathin Canada) will be honoured.• Estate Planning • Wills • TrustsHonouringthe braveservicemen &womenwhosacrificedfor ourfreedom#300-125 Fourth AvenueKamloops, BC V2C 3N3Tel: (250) 372 8811Fax: (250) 828-6697info@eppcatesoien.comFor most of us, references to Vimy Ridge only hint at adistant high school history lesson on the First World War.But with the passing of Canada’s last veteran of the FirstWorld War in 2010, it is becoming increasingly importantfor us to remember the sacrifices of a generation of men andwomen whose lives were touched by war.Each November we don our poppies as a symbol ofremembrance, but this year we’ll have another reason topause and take note.The new polymer $20 bank note will begin circulating inNovember; its new design may serve as a refresher historylesson on a victorious battle that is often described as Canada’scoming of age.The back of the $20 note features the Canadian NationalVimy Memorial and pays tribute to the contributions andsacrifices of Canadian men and women in all military conflicts.The iconic monument is located in Vimy, France, andcommemorates the Battle of Vimy Ridge. The monumentbears the names of the 11,285 Canadian soldiers with noknown resting place in France.Poppies also appear on the back of the new $20 note.These images of the flowers that are synonymous withremembrance will soon be seen by Canadians every day.Let us take a moment onRemembrance DayLili A. SeeryFinancial AdvisorCanada’s New Polymer $20 Note— A Means to Remember4A – 1315 Summit Dr.Kamloops, BCV2C 5R9250-374-1882www.edwardjones.comMember – Canadian Investor Protection FundThe Battle of Vimy RidgeOn 9 April 1917, all four divisions of the Canadian ExpeditionaryForce united for the first time to take Vimy Ridge,a strategically important position in France that had eludedprevious attempts by Allied forces between 1914 and 1916.The Vimy MemorialLocated at the highest point of Vimy Ridge, the memorialwas erected on land granted permanently to Canada byFrance in 1922, in recognition of Canada’s war efforts. Theinscription on the base of the monument reads, “To thevalour of their countrymen in the Great War and in memoryof their sixty thousand dead this monument is raised by thepeople of Canada.”Designed by Canadian sculptor Walter Seymour Allward,the limestone monument features two pylons that stand 30metres high. With a maple leaf carved in one and a fleur-delisin the other, the pylons represent the sacrifices of peoplefrom Canada and France.There are twenty sculpted allegorical figures on the monument.Among them is a group known as “The Chorus.”They represent the virtues of Peace, Justice, Hope, Charity,Faith, Honour, Truth and Knowledge. Reaching upward witha torch, Peace is the highest figure on the monument.PoppiesThe presence of red poppies in battlefields and burialgrounds throughout Europe during the First World Warinspired the symbol of remembrance that we know today.Mourning the death of a friend, Canadian military doctorand artillery commander Major John McCrae wrote “InFlanders Fields,” the now-famous poem that reflects on theliving presence of poppies in a landscape devastated by war.On 11 November, people around the world will pause toremember. With this new $20 note, Canadians will soonhave another means to remember—year-round and everytime they open their wallets.Source: Bank of CanadaStone & CompanyCertified General Accountants700 Tranquille RoadHonouring thosewho have bravelyserved our countryLest We ForgetOVERLANDPRESS (1990) LTD .441 Tranquille Rd. Kamloops(250) 376-8031Email: overlandpress@telus.netLest we forgetRememberingthe brave menand womanwhose sacrificesprotected ourgreat nation.443 Tranquille Road, Kamloops 250-554-253332 E. Old North Thompson Hwy, Clearwater 250-674-2532743 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, BC 250-679-1512Offering assisted living services & amenitiesto seniors in our community.KLRH Society & Ponderosa Place250-372-0651ponderosaplace.comOn Remembrance Day,let’s take a moment tohonour all the servicemen and women whogave the ultimatesacrifice for our freedom.Lest We ForgetChartwell residences are honouring Canadianveterans throughout November with a specialCOMPLIMENTARY VETER ANS LUNCHVeterans will receive a copy of Chartwell’s book HONOUR, whichfeatures the stories of 35 quiet heroes 65 years after the end ofWWII. Please contact us to arrange your complimentary lunch.628 Tranquille Rd. Kamloops250-376-5363www.chartwellreit.caREMEMBR ANCE DAYTribute & LuncheonNOVEMBER 11 TH • 12:30 PMJoin us for a screening of theChartwell documentary;HONOUR: Their Stories, Our History.

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 21DENTURIST ASSOCATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIAFallendiplomatshonouredThe inauguration ceremony ofthe Memorial to Fallen Diplomatswas held in Ottawa September20, 2012. This monument was agift to Canada from the peopleof Turkey. MP Cathy McLeodattended the ceremony in her roleas vice-president to the Canada-Turkey Friendship Group. Themonument honours the memoryof Colonel Atilla Altikat, formermilitary attaché of the Embassyof Turkey in Ottawa. Col. Altikatwas assassinated by terrorists onAugust 27, 1982, on the spot themonument now occupies. Thismonument is dedicated to alldiplomats and public servantsaround the world who lost theirlives in the service of their country.ELEGANT RENTAL APARTMENTS FOR ACTIVE & INDEPENDENT SENIORSEntertainmentat RidgepointeTues., Nov. 6 th11:00 amMarion OwensThurs., Nov. 15 th2:00 pmGolden SerenadersMon.,Nov. 19 th1:30 pmStrange BrewNOV. EventsTues., Nov. 27 th6:30 pmLate BloomersChristmas Tea& Craft SaleSat. Dec. 1st1:00-4:00 pmSubmitted photoCathy McLeod thanks, on behalfof the citizens of Kamloops –Thompson – Cariboo, GeneralWalter Natynczyk the outgoingChief of Defence Staff of theCanadian Forces for all his yearsof dedicated service.a t aP t i nPe vi ni eewv i e wRent Starting at$ 1995. 00 /monthFor more informationor to book a tour call Shona at:250.851.8800toll-free 1.877.841.89991789 Primrose Court, Kamloops(Just up the hill from Costco)www.ridgepointe.caNew financialtoolkit availableIncrease your financial literacyOttawa – Cathy McLeod, Parliamentary Secretaryto the Minister of National Revenue is encouragingconstituents to investigate a new resource launchedthis week that will help them make sense of theeveryday financial questions that they face.“Your Financial Toolkit will help Canadians becomemore capable and confident financial consumers,” saidMcLeod. “People can now benefit from an objective,reliable and complete new resource to help them makewise financial decisions.”The resource is divided into 11 modules andincludes worksheets, quizzes, questionnaires, tools,calculators, educational videos and case studies thatgive Canadians the option of completing the wholeprogram or to easily select the topics in which theyare the most interested. They can also use its selfassessmenttool to find modules and tools that areuseful for them based on their situation and needs.The modules presented are: income, expenses andbudget; banking; saving; credit and debit management;mortgages; insurance; investing; income taxes;retirement and pensions; financial planning and fraudprotection.Your Financial Toolkit is available free of chargeonline at www.fcac-acfc.gc.ca or in paper format.A printed copy may be ordered by contacting theFinancial Consumer Agency of Canada directly at1-866-461-3222.“I believe that Your Financial Toolkit is greatway for Canadians toincrease their financialliteracy, enhance theirpersonal well-being andstrengthen our financialsystem as a whole,”concluded McLeod.Our residents atRidgepointe enjoya vibrant, independent,worry andmaintenance-freelifestyle. Frankly,it doesn’t matterhow old or youngyou are. Whenyou’re ready for afun and fulfillingretirement lifestyle,you’re ready forRidgepointe atPineview.Affordable RentalSuites are AvailableCall for your personaltour, we caneven pick you up.A cat was chasing threemice. The mice werecornered when one of themice turned around andbarked, “Ruff! Ruff! Ruff!”The surprised cat ran awayscared.Later when the mice toldtheir mother what happened;she smiled and said, “Yousee, it pays to be bilingual!”GoessmanDenture ClinicA Proud Tradition of Denture CraftsAllen E. GoessmanRobbie JaroudiProfessionalPersonalized DentureServicesars •et •scientiaTwo great locations to serve you better!603 St. Paul St., Kamloops • 250.374.9443#10 - 2025 Granite Ave, MerrittToll Free 1.888.374.9443War TimeSing-AlongHonouringThose Who WavedGoodbyeThe Happy ChoristersWednesday,November 7 th , 2:00 pmTrial Suites AvailableRent Freeze in Place until June 2014Business Excellence AwardsKAMLOOPS CHAMBER OF COMMERCERBC GREEN AWARDWinnerFOR PEOPLE JUST LIKE YOU - FUN & FULL OF LIFE! DON’T YOU DESERVE IT?

Page 22FLU SHOTS NOW AVAILABLESenior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012One day a Pastor, a Vicar and an Atheist go on a fishingtrip together.They are in the boat and the Pastor says,” Oh! No! I leftthe paddles on shore!” So he proceeds to get out of theboat and walk on the water to the shore to get them.Once he had gotten back into the boat the Vicar says,”Oh! No! I left the bait on shore too!” And like thePastor the Vicar exits the boat and walks on the waterto get the bait.When the Vicar climbs back into the boat the atheistyells,” Well if you guys can do it so can I!!!” and proceedsto climb out of the boat, but he falls into the water.At this point the Pastor says,” Do you think we shouldhave told him where the rocks are?”We administer Zostavax (shingles vaccine).Check with your physician if it isappropriate for you.Seniors often have special health needs that require more medication andmore medical attention than other people. Modern medicine help us livelonger, healthier lives, but with the benefits come some risks. You can reducethe risks by using medicine wisely.The following tips will help you do that.• Take prescription drugs exactly as they are prescribed. That means takingthe correct amount at the proper times in the way the doctor instructs andfor as long as the prescription calls for.• Make sure you understand how the drug should be taken – for example,with food or on an empty stomach.• Tell your doctor right away if you think a medicine is causingside effects. And whenever you get a new prescription, be sure the doctorand your pharmacists are aware of any medication problems youhave had in the past.• Get rid of drugs that have passed their expiration date by returningthem to your pharmacy. Do not put them in the trash or flush them downthe toilet.• Never mix medicines together or mix them with alcohol unless your checkfirst with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure the combination won’tcause problems.• Never take any drug prescribed for someone else or give your prescriptionmedicine to another person. Many things affect the way a drug works inthe body, and a drug may not be right for different people even if theyhave the same symptoms.• Keep a record of all the medicine you take each day. Include prescriptiondrugs, over the counter products, vitamins and mineral supplements andherbal remedies. Be sure to note any reactions you have.• Keep a copy of your medication record in your medicine cabinet and carrya second copy with you.• Ask your doctor to check your drug record every time yourget a new prescription.Our pharmacists care about your health. We hope you find these tipshelpful, and we are always happy to answer any questions. Give us a call, orbetter yet, drop by our pharmacy to say hello and see for yourself how wemay be able to help.Some of our services:• Hormone Replacement• Pain Management• Veterinary Medicine• Vitamins• Herbal Products• Home Care Products• First Aid Products• Blister Packing• Free City-wide DeliveryGlover’s Medicine Centre PharmacyYour Compounding Specialists#10 - 1380 Summit Drive, Kamloops, B.C.Phone: 250-851-3131 Fax: 250-851-3133Web: www.medicinecentre.com

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 23This week Councilreviewed a number ofdocuments that are criticalto the quality of life enjoyedby our residents…first upwas the review of the draftAirshed ManagementPlan. Kamloops hasbeen slow off the mark instudying it’s air quality buthas leaned heavily on thelessons learned by Kelowna,Williams Lake and Merrittthat have had plans in placefor some years. Generallyour air quality is goodsave for the odd forest fireor dust storm that driveparticulate matter valuesabove acceptable levels. Ourchallenge is to maintain orimprove our air and thisis particularly importantfor the very young, thevery old or for those withcompromised respiratorysystems. The plan addresseseverything from woodburning stoves to car exhaustto open back yard burningQuality of life on agenda for cityCity TalkKen Christian, City Councillorto large industrial emissionsand will require newemissions to meet stringentstandards to ensure thattrends in our monitoring areimproving not declining.Secondly, Councilreviewed our Pedestrianand Trails Master Plansconcurrently since theydove tail nicely intoimprovements to the walkability of our city. Morewalking means better health.Handicapped access, restareas, sidewalk maintenance,connectivity, safety andsecurity were all reviewedby council. Staff received anumber of suggestions forrevisions before the finalplans will come beforeCouncil later in the year.The financial commitmentfor the implementation ofthese recommendationsis 1.6 million dollars peryear over the next 10 years.The good news is that 98%of that would be fundedby sources other than taxdollars. The completion ofour Rivers Trail Networkwill be the single largestcomponent of thisinvestment in walkabilityand in our health.Finally, we got a lookat the Parks Master Planfor the city. Last reviewedin 2003 the plan chartsthe course forward forparkland acquisition,park development, newrecreation opportunities andpartnerships such as thosewe enjoy with the SchoolTips on living a healthier lifeDistrict and with ThompsonRivers University. Ourparks system in Kamloopshas dedicated more greenspace per capita thanVernon or Kelowna and isalmost double the provincialaverage. The parks systemin Kamloops is the envyof many municipalitiesand this space is thelegacy we will hand overto future generations ofKamloopsians.Next up on Councilsagenda will be the longawaited update of KamPlanour official communityplan. Early projectionsshow a number ofconsultation opportunitiesin 2013 and 2014 with finaldocumentation produced forcouncil in 2015. This willpave the way forward for thenext 10 years. Stay tuned.Ken Christian is a PublicHealth Consultant and is aKamloops City CouncillorEnid Damer loved life. She grew upon a “stump farm” near Parksvilleon Vancouver Island, attendedNormal School and taughtelementary school until shemarried in 1954. Enid and herhusband Warren lived in Victoriaand later Kamloops whileraising their family. Overthe years Enid enjoyed manyactivities, from playing bridgeand creating pottery to hikingin the Kamloops hills and supporting local art and music. Sheloved travel, laughter, and learning new things. Many peopleenjoyed her monthly column “Food For Thought” during thepast 12 years.Enid volunteered many hours to help others, giving timeto various causes including teaching ESL, serving lunches atthe Pitstop and distributing seedlings to replace trees killedby the pine bark beetle. She helped found the UnitarianUniversalist Fellowship of Kamloops.Enid’s journey ended peacefully on September 26, at theage of 83. Left to carry on the torch are her children Bruce(Galen), Eric (Laurie), Susan (daughter Miranda), andextended family and friends. A celebration of Enid’s life washeld on Thursday, October 4, in the Parkside Lounge of theInterior Savings Centre.1928-2012Enid Alice Damer3.5” x 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt!IIICCC rrraaattteeesss::: CCChhheeeccckkk uuusss ooouuuttt...!iimm YYoouunngg!iiinnnaaannnccciiiaaalll AAAdddvvviiisssooorrr...111555777999 CCCooolllllliiinnngggwwwooooooddd DDDrrriiivvveeeKKKaaammmllloooooopppsss,,, BBBCCC VVV222BBB 666CCC333222555000---333777666---333999333666jim.young@edwardjones.comwww.edwardjones.comMember – Canadian Investor Protection FundIn mid October Iattended the BCSLA (BCSeniors Living Association)annual GM. While thatsounds a little boring, itwas far from it. BCSLAis an organization whereretirement communities(both independent andassisted living) can cometogether for education,networking and certification.So you might bethinking...is Kim completelyoff her rocker? How doesa conference impact me?Well, during the three dayconference Dr. Art Histerwas the keynote speaker.Most of us have viewed himon Global TV talking abouthealth or more importantly,how to be healthier. If youever get the chance to hearDr. Art speak, I highlyrecommend taking the timeout of your busy schedule toattend. Not only will you bethoroughly entertained, butyou will also learn a lot. Ona funny note...he looks a lottaller on TV!The largest thing that Icame away from the speechis that each one of us can dothings to not only improve,our health but the positivespin is that we can livelonger lives. And, the bestSimpleOrganizationKim Watt-Sennerthing is that it is nevertoo late. It doesn’t matterif you are 25 or 95...the benefits of takinghealthy charge of yourlife are measured in days,not months or years...it’simmediate.Dr. Art advised that thereare over 700,000 seniors inBC and of that populationover 50% will require someform of hospitalizationin their later years. Thestatistic that hit me thehardest is that over 60%of hospitalizations andsurgeries could be avoidedif we took better care ofour own health. He hasresearched study upon studyon the internet since theearly 1990’s...and in all thatresearch he learned somevery valuable yet simplerules.One: Quit Smoking.Two: Eat Healthy. Three:Exercise. Four: ReduceStress. Five: ModerateAlcohol Intake. Six:Socialize. There werea few more, but thesewere definitely the mostimportant. When I thinkabout it, it’s really not thathard. What do you think?Are the changes worthliving and longer andhealthier life? I definitelythink so! We have our firstGrandbaby being born inJanuary and I am definitelysetting myself to be whatmy sister-in-law Karencalls GLAMMA. That’s aGorgeous Gramma. Amento that!Kim Watt-Senner is thefounder of Canada’s largestProfessional Organizingcompany. The corporate headoffice is located in Kamloops,BC with additional offices inthe Okanagan and GreaterVancouver. She specializesin Downsizing, SeniorTransition, Estate Liquidation& Preparation. Kim istrained to deal with hoardingand chronic disorganizationrelated issues as well. Youcan visit her website ateverythingorganized.net. 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Page 24Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012Kamloops Alano Societyto hold fundraiserThe Alano Society of Kamloops proudly presents...Barney Bentall and Guests,November 11, at the Sagebrush Theater.Book ReviewBy Marilyn BrownFor Your Tomorrow:The Way of an Unlikely SoldierMelanie MurrayRandom House Canada 2011ISBN 978-0-307-35978-0253 pagesNon-fictionAvailable through the TNRD library system, in bookstores,and in e-book format.Opening act features local musicians,Margit Bull and Sweetgrass (Rod Bandura & Ron Corea)with Special Guest Tracy Wright.Tickets are available at Kamloops Live Box Office.Kamloopslive.ca250-374-5483 or 1-866-374-5483The Kamloops Alano Society provides a clean, safe andsober environment and an open door policy to any personwishing to pursue help for their substance abuse problems.The space available within the doors affords an all dayopportunity for healthy socialization and offers a small caféwhere meals are obtained at a low cost for those wishingthem. The Society rents out space for 12 Step Meetings thattake place three times a day, except Thursday where there isone meeting. In addition, we open our space to communityorganizations that need a place to meet and act as a referralagency as well.The Society offers social events for anyone wishing toattend them, including family events. The meetings andevents see over 3,000+ person visits a month.We hold traditional holiday dinner events, karaoke, dances,open mic and a variety of Christmas parties for adults andchildren.Thursday evening has recently been opened to a weeklyJam Night for local musicians, at no cost, where any personwho wishes to pursue a clean, sober, family friendly, safeenvironment are welcomed to enjoy live music and a funatmosphere. Many people from different generations andwalks of life frequent this weekly event.Our premises are open 365 days a year to accommodateour members and guests.One does not need to be a member to partake in ourevents, attend and/or make use of the café and premises, butthose who do become members, do so to contribute to thesuccess of the Society’s Mission.In these changing times and with the economy, TheKamloops Alano Society finds it necessary to fundraise tomeet expenses in order to continue operations. The Societyhas been serving Kamloops and Area since 1992.Remembrance Day compels Canadiansto confront the complexities ofour history and to try to understandthe realities of war. We honour ourveterans and strive for peace. Canada’srecent military involvement inAfghanistan becomes personal in thecompelling story of the life of CaptainJeff Francis. The book is written byhis aunt, Melanie Murray.Jeff Francis is from a close-knitfamily. In July of 2007 he is weeksaway from completing his missionin southern Afghanistan, lookingforward to playing with his infant son,to enjoy time with his wife and tore-connect with immediate family.A seeker of wisdom, a PHD candidatein sociology before enrollingin the Canadian Armed Forces, JeffFrancis chooses to make a difference.His family is rooted in the modernCanadian military with historical tiesto a fierce Scottish clan system buthe joins the armed forces as a matureindividual. His path is a thoughtfulone. “He believes that the tomorrowof an Afghan child is inextricablylinked to that of his own son’s.Humanity, like terrorism, has no borders.”1Captain Francis is the eldest in hiscrew, the youngest being twenty-one.Each of them have loved ones, manyhave children. Each of them knowsthat “in the last five months sixteenof their comrades have been killedthirteenby IUD’s.” 2In a straightforward style, theauthordescribes the ambush by the Taliban,the IUD blast so violent that JeffFrancis and his crew die instantly.In Canada, the mother of JeffFrancis listens to the CBC hourlynews, as is her custom while her sonis posted to a war zone, and hearsabout an IUD explosion in Afghanistan,six dead. She contacts CFB Shiloin Manitoba, her son’s base, but nonames are released. A dark blue carwith a Canadian flag heads for heraddress.The author describes with passionand empathy the suffering of familyand friends, the resiliency of thoseclosely affected and the effect ofsupport from the public.The Afghanistan war is differentfrom Canada’s previous wars butthere are parallels too: clearly there isand never was such thing as a typicalsoldier, or an ordinary war. Thosewho pay the price for our tomorrowsdeserve our recognition.The author gives a glimpse intohow one man’s path affected many.For Your Tomorrow: The Way ofan Unlikely Soldier engages the mindand touches the heart.Melanie Murray is an instructor of literatureand composition in Kelowna,British Columbia. Forward ObservationOfficer Jeff Francis was her nephew. MsMurray’s website: htttp://melaniemurray.ca1. Murray, Melanie For Your Tomorrow:The Way of an Unlikely Soldier page 92. Ibid. Page 4Readers may also be interestedin the following report:Independent Panel on Canada’s FutureRole in Afghanistan (2008)Public Works and GovernmentServices CanadaISBN 978-0-660-63639-9Available through the TNRD librarysystem, http://www.publications.gc.caand in pdf form on the Web.The panel was initiated by Prime MinisterHarper and chaired by the HonourableJohn Manley. Other members of thecommittee: Derek H. Burney, O.C., theHonourable Jake Epp, P.C., the HonourablePaul Hellier, P.C., C.C., Q.C, andPamela Wallin, O.C., S.O.M.p r e s e n t sA two and a half year old walked into the bathroomwhile her mother was putting on make-up. “I’m going tolook just like you mommy!” she announced.“Maybe, when you grow up,” her mother told her.“No mommy, tomorrow. I just put on that ‘Oil of OldLady’ you always use.”AdApted BYphilip GreciAnBased on the motion picture A ChristmasStory, ©1983 turner entertainment co.,distributed by Warner Bros., written byJeanShepherd, leigh Brown and Bob clark; andon the book In God We Trust, All Others PayCash by Jean Shepherd.November 29to December 8s a g e b r u s h t h e a t r eWCTLIVE.CAMonday & Tuesday, 7:30pmWednesday to Saturday, 8:00pmPay-What-You-Can Saturday Matineedecember 1, 2:00pmSaturday Matineedecember 8, 2:00pmTickets available from250-374-5483 • 1-866-374-54831025 lorne StreetHolidayHijinxEnjoy our riverside ambience whilesavouring a delicious meal. Lobsterfest on now!Now booking Christmas parties.Give the gift of great taste...Storms gift certificates available.250-372-1522 • 1502 River StreetReservations Appreciated

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 25Anniversary celebration at Hamlets at Westsyde(Right)Lorraine Brownleeand Hendrik VanRykexpress their appreciationof staff, volunteers andresidents of the Hamletsat their 5 year anniversarycelebration.(Below) The volunteersrecognized for their5 years of service.Submitted photoSubmitted photo(Above) The dedicated staff, withsome of their children, who wererecognized for 5 years of service.Submitted photo(Left) Nigel Powell, Hamletsresident, speaks of “coming home”upon his return to the Hamlets.Submitted photoDerek V. SmoluknotArY corporAtionnotary publicSubmitted by Andrea Baillie,Recreation ManagerThe Hamlets at Westsyderecently celebrated itsfifth year anniversary inSeptember. To recognizethe significance of theevent, staff and volunteerswho have worked at TheHamlets for five yearswere celebrated during anafternoon presentation andparty. These dedicated staffand volunteers of five yearswere also invited to a specialevening out with spousesto the fabulous HoodoosRestaurant in Sun Rivers.The afternoon celebrationopen to community, staff,volunteers, and residentsproved to be a lovely event.Heartfelt speeches fromCOO Hendrik VanRykand Community ManagerLorraine Brownlee stressedappreciation for the“dedication that the staffhave shown over the lastfive years” and left staff andresidents feeling recognizedas part of an essential team.There was also a greatspeech from Assisted Livingresident Nigel Powell. Nigelmoved to The Hamlets withhis wife, Pat, in 2010. Hiswife lived in Complex Carewhile Nigel lived in AssistedLiving. He and theirfriendly dog Mocha visitedPat every day in ComplexCare. When Nigel’s wifepassed away in late 2011,Nigel moved out of TheHamlets to live with theirdaughter. This summer, TheHamlets was lucky enoughto have Nigel move back toAssisted Living where hementioned in his speech,“I feel like I’ve come home.Comfort & Securityin a Beautiful SettingThis is where I belong”.The anniversarycelebration closed witha slide show of residents,volunteers and staff enjoyingdaily life at The Hamlets.Overall, the celebrationwas a huge success andvery touching. We lookforward to many more yearsof creating a great placeto work for our staff anda wonderful home for ourresidents. Thank you toall of you who made thesefirst five years such a greatadventure.554-9244acss@shaw.caOnly 2 rooms leftin our newly expanded residence!We also offer aDay ProgramCall for more info - limited space available.Call now for more information on ourunique, home-style assisted livingresidence, call Darlene!Late BloomersFor booking information,please call Judy 250-319-9138AdvAnce directiveMake your Health care Wishes Known nowrepresentAtion AgreeMentAppoint a trusted individual to MakeHealth/personal care decisions for YoupoWer of AttorneYAppoint a trusted individual to MakeLegal/financial decisions for You250-374-2727 ■ www.kamloopsnotary.caSinging Duo

Page 26Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012Sciatica is more than just a pain in the buttBy Paul Laviolette HHP, RCRT, CCPIn nearly every case ofSciatica, muscles imbalancesare the primary cause of thepressure being placed on thesciatic nerve. When yourmuscles are out of balancethey pull your bones andjoints out of their normalposition and this places yourmuscles, bones and jointsunder constant stress anduneven pressure. Examplesof this imbalance are sittingimproperly, neglecting tostretch properly after runningor cycling, motor vehicleaccidents, unsupportivechairs and workstations,falling and landing onone’s butt, vigorous or longterm coughing sneezing orlaughing, standing for longperiods of time, or givingbirth.Symptoms of imbalancesare lower back painwhen standing walkingor exercising, persistenceof buttock pain, posturaldistortion to avoid pain,lower abdominal paid,chronic neck pain with• Children & adults withchronic health conditions& their householdcontacts• Children & adolescents (6months to 18 years) withconditions treated forlong periods of time withAcetylsalicylic acid &their household contacts• Residents of nursinghomes & other chroniccare facilities• People 65 years & older& their caregivers/householdcontacts• All children age 6 to 59months of age• Household contacts &caregivers of childrenage 0-59 months of age• Pregnant women whowill be in their third trimesterduring influenzaseason & their householdcontacts (pregnantThe flu (influenza) is highly contagious.Getting your flu shot protects you and those aroundyou - at home, school and work.For more information:Kamloops........... 250-851-7300Ashcroft............. 250-453-1942Barriere.............. 250-672-5515Clearwater......... 250-674-3141Lillooet.............. 250-256-1314Merritt............250-378-3400100.Mile.House...... 250-395-7637Williams.Lake..... 250-302-5000or visit www.interiorhealth.capain in the hip and thigh,vaginal and testicularpain, sexual dysfunction,irritability and spasm of thebladder producing urinaryfrequency, and chronicdiarrhea. Symptoms ofsciatica include aching pain,numbness, tingling, burningand hypersensitivity in yourlow back, buttocks, hips, anddown your legs into yourankles and feet.Three muscles are involvedin sciatic and buttock pain.The first, the quadrateslumborum, is often theoriginal problem. The muscleis located in the lumbarregion of the spine, at yourwaist between your ribs andyour hipbone. It refers paininto the buttock from thesacroiliac joint across to thelower butt and down into theupper part of the back of thethigh. The second muscle isthe gluteus minimus locatedin the side of your hip abovethe hip joint. It has beennicknamed the “pseudosciatica” muscle because itsTrigger Points exactly mimicFlu shots are safe, effective, & free for the following:women who are in otherhigh risk groups can beimmunized at any timeduring the pregnancy)• Aboriginal people• People who are obese• Health care & other careproviders in facilities &community settings whoare capable of transmittinginfluenza disease tothose at high risk of influenzacomplications• People who provide essentialcommunity services(First Responders,Corrections Workers)• People who work withlive poultry&/or swine• Individuals who providecare or service in potentialoutbreak settingshousing high risk persons(e.g., crew on ships)sciatica symptoms. It referspain into the lower buttockand down the back of thethigh to the calf. The thirdmajor cause of sciatic andbuttock pain is the piriformismuscle. It lay’s deep underthe gluteus maximus andrefers pain from the SI jointacross the buttock and hipand down the back of thethigh almost to the knee.Just as important is the factthat when it’s tight it canpress on the sciatic nerveand cause big problems thatinclude weakness and lossof function. The Piriformismuscle is responsible forexternal rotation (movingyour leg so your feet pointoutward) so over time thatmuscle gets tight from thepositions you put yourself inand it weakens from lack ofuse.Trigger Points are knotsthat form in the connectivetissue of muscles. Theyare composed of tissue inisolated spasm, and generallyoccur through overuse of amuscle over time. Trigger“Grandpa, I’m really proud of you,” said the modish young lady.“What’s to be proud of?” asked the old man.The young lady replied, “I noticed that when you sneeze, you put your hand in front of your mouth.“Of course,” explained Grandpa. “How else can I catch my teeth???”N. KamlooPs @Kamloops allianceChurch, 233 Fortune DrThursday,.Nov..15..9.am.–.5.pmFriday,.Nov..16..9.am.–.4.pmNo appointment necessarys. KamlooPs @Calvary Comm. Church1205 Rogers WayThursday,.Nov..8..9.am.–.5.pmFriday,.Nov..9.9.am.–.4.pmMonday,.Nov..26..9.am.–.4.pmNo appointment necessaryKamlooPsFamIly Flu@Public Health519 Columbia stPh: 250-851-7300Monday,.Nov..19Monday,.Dec..10Monday,.Dec..17Monday,.Jan..07Monday,.Jan..14Monday,.Jan..28By appt. only forfamilies with childrenKamlooPs FluINFoRmaTIoN lINE250-851-73592012 Public Health Influenza Vaccination ClinicsPlease bring your Care Card to one of the following clinics:asHCRoFT @ashcroft Comm. Hall409 Bancroft streetWednesday,.Oct..319:30.am.–.12.pm1.–.3:30.pmNo appointment necessaryasHCRoFT FluINFoRmaTIoN lINE250-453-1942BaRRIERE @Barriere seniors Centre433 Barriere Town RdFriday,.Nov..29:30.am.–.3.pmNo appointment necessaryBaRRIERE @Barriere Health Centre4537 Barriere Town RdPh: 250-672-5515Tuesday,.Nov..6Friday,.Nov..9By appointment onlyBluE RIVER @Blue River Health Ctr858 main stTuesday,.Nov..61.–.2:30.pmNo appointment necessaryPoints can refer pain to otherparts of the body. Whenthese knots form in themuscles of the lower backand buttocks, they can referpain along the same path asthe sciatic nerve.Piriformis trigger points,by keeping the musclestight and rock hard, cancause actual sciatic nervecompression. Pain frompiriformis trigger points isharsher and more electricthan pain from gluteusminimus trigger points and isfelt in the back of the thigh,the calf, and the sole of thefoot. There may also be otherabnormal sensations, such anumbness, tingling, burningor hypersensitivity, in theseareas.There are over 640muscles in the human bodyand everything we do affectsthem. From sitting too muchto playing the sports welove and if just one of thesemuscles is out of balance,you’re in troubleBRIDgE laKE @Bridge lakeCommunity school7567 Bridge lake RdTuesday,.Nov..1310.am.–.12.pmNo appointment necessaryBRIDgE laKE FluINFoRmaTIoN lINE250-395-7637CaCHE CREEK @Cache Creek Comm.Hall, 1270 stage RdWednesday,.Nov..710.am.–.2.pmNo appointment necessaryCaCHE CREEK FluINFoRmaTIoN lINE250-453-1942ClEaRWaTER @Dr Helmcken memorialHospital, Rm a & B;640 Park DrThursday,.Nov..89:30.am.–.2.pmWednesday,.Nov..149:30.am.–.1.pmNo appointment necessary“Fall back”to smart home safety(NC)—As mostCanadians turn backthe clocks on November4, here are some timelysmoke and carbonmonoxide safety tips:• You have less than threeminutes to escape a fire. Sowhen smoke alarms sound,everyone must know whatto do and where to go.Having and practising anescape plan is essential.• Install one smoke alarmon every storey and outsidebedrooms. Install insidebedrooms if you sleep withdoors closed.• Ensure all smoke alarmsare fully powered. Nevertake out batteries orremove an alarm fromceiling due to a false alarm.ClEaRWaTER @Evergreen acresseniors Centre144 Evergreen PlWednesday,.Oct..311:30.–.2:30.pmNo appointment necessaryClINToN @Clinton memorial Hall306 lebourdais aveThursday,.Nov..0110:00.am.–.2.pmNo appointment necessaryClINToN FluINFoRmaTIoN lINE250-395-7637lIllooET @lillooet Public Health951 murray stTuesday,.Nov..69.am.–.12.pm1.–.3:30.pmNo appointment necessarylITTlE FoRT @little Fort Comm. Hall9885 Institute stTuesday,.Nov..610.–.11.amNo appointment necessarylogaN laKE @logan lake Health Ctr5 Beryl avenue250-378-3400Wednesday,.Nov..14By appointment onlymERRITT @merritt Civic Centre1950 mamette aveWednesday,.Oct..319.am.–.4.pm.Wednesday,.Nov..710.am.–.5.pmNo appointment necessarymERRITT @Nicola Valley HealthCtr, 3451 Voght stPh: 250-378-3400Wednesday,.Dec..5By appointment only100 mIlE HousE@s. Cariboo Health Ctrmulti Purpose Room555D Cedar avenueThursday,.Nov..1510:30.am..–.4:30.pmNo appointment necessary100 mIlE HousEFlu INFoRmaTIoN lINE250-395-7637• If your home has anyfuel-burning devices suchas a gas furnace, gas waterheater, gas appliances,or an attached garage orcarport, install at least oneCSA-approved carbonmonoxide outside allsleeping areas. One perstorey is recommended.• Replace smoke alarmsevery 10 years, andCO alarms every 7-10years (depending onmanufacturer) whetherbattery operated orhardwired into yourhome’s electrical system.More home safetyresources can be found onthe www.safeathome.caweb site.saVoNa @savona seniors Ctr6605 Buie Road/savona access.RdTuesday,.Nov..1310.am.–.1.pmNo appointment necessarysEToN PoRTagE@ Public library41 Bridge RiverTownsiteThursday,.Nov..112.–.2:30.pmNo appointment necessaryVaVENBy @Vavenby Elementaryschool, 3157 galiano RdWednesday,.Oct..3110.–.11.amNo appointment necessaryWIllIams laKE@Williams lakeHealth unit540 Borland st(3rd Floor)Ph: 250-302-5000Friday,.Nov..2Friday,.Nov..9Friday,.Nov..16Friday,.Nov..23Friday,.Nov..30Friday,.Dec..7By appointment only

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 27Lest you forgetOne of my responsibilitiesas a pastor is presiding atfunerals. It’s not an easy jobto do, but it is a necessaryone, isn’t it! Because, well,we live; we die.A few hours before thefuneral begins I usuallygo over to the church tomake sure everything is inits place and looking right.And so, I’m probably oneof the first people to seethe open casket. I’ll tell yousomething, when there’s noone else around, looking ata dead person in a casketcan be an awfully quietexperience.I mean, for the mostpart, the body certainlylooks life-like. Granted,it is somewhat pale andwaxen – kind of glossy,even. The eyes are alwaysclosed and it almost lookslike the person is sleeping.Sometimes, though, I couldswear the chest is rising andfalling, just as if the personwere breathing. But they’reNOT. The body is very stilland cold and there is not abreath to be seen or heard.After the service, thecasket is transported tothe cemetery and then tothe graveside. I say a fewparting words as the familyand close friends gatheraround. For many, this is themoment of truth when theyfinally realize once and forall that their loved one isgone from them.Over half a century ago,there were a lot of funeralsin France and Germany,SpiritualThoughtRev. David Schumacherin England, in Holland,Belgium, Austria, Poland,Russia … all over Europe.Some were probablysimilar to the funerals I do.Others were mass funerals,where many people areburied at one time. A lotof funerals were held forunidentified bodies and forcomplete strangers in aneven stranger land.You see, the world was atwar and people from all overthe world were being killedand buried by the hundreds;by the thousands.Mind you, most of thesepeople didn’t give up theirlives without reason. Therewas a purpose behind theirsacrifice.People from all over theglobe willingly gave up theirlives so that we could enjoyfreedom. Freedom, as indemocracy; as in equalityfor all. The freedom to bedifferent, to be unique, tobe respected; the freedomto be able to live withdignity. Freedom – to learnand to grow without fearof oppression or tyranny.Freedom.A lot of people foughtand died so that we couldenjoy freedom. What a pricethey paid for you and I.Two thousand yearsago, Jesus was crucifiedon a cross and buried. Hetoo died for us. He paidan enormous price – Hislife. BUT, it was worth itbecause Jesus did not justdie for the kind of freedomour forebears fought anddied for. Jesus died and thenwas raised to life on thatfirst Easter morning foran even more astoundingfreedom. The freedom overdeath itself!Freedom is a goodthing. It’s so important toremember all those whosacrificed their lives so thatwe could enjoy living in afree country. BUT, let’s alsoremember that a long timeago Jesus died on a crossso that we could be freetoo. And for all those whobelieve in HIM, who callupon HIS name, they willbe free. Not only to enjoylife now, but to enjoy lifeeven after death.“Only be careful, andwatch yourselves closely lestyou forget the things youreyes have seen or let themslip from your heart as longas you live.”Lest you forget …Submitted by Linda HaasZone 8 looks ahead and remembersZone 8 BC Seniors Gamesmembers think back tothose who sacrificed theirlives so that many of uscould have the freedoms andlifestyle we enjoy today. Thislifestyle includes the opportunityto pursue recreationalactivities that contribute tolongevity through bettermental and physical health.Zone 8 remembers andthanks BC Senior GamesSociety corporate sponsors:BC Government, TVW,• Bible based, Christ centredand family oriented.• Sunday Worship 10:30 am• Sunday School during the service815 Renfrew St. • 250-376-8323Rev. David SchumacherBlack Press, IndependentTimes, revera, the BC/Yukon Legion, and the SalvationArmy. We hope thesesponsors will continue nextyear, and that local sponsorswill step up and helpKamloops financially andin-kind to host the best everBC Seniors Games, August20-24, 2013. Participantsthank all the hundreds ofvolunteers who have madepast Games memorableand possible. Without volunteers,there would be noSeniors Games. Soon volunteersfor the 2013 Gameswill be able to sign up toshowcase Zone 8 and ourcommunity.We salute Bob Reid forthe last two years as Chairof Zone 8, during which hestrengthened our organizationand made it one thatis well-organized and funto belong to. He will continueas Past-Chair and participantin ice hockey. Welook forward to attractingnew and returning membersunder the new leadershipof Bruce Dahling,Chair. Bruce will continueas Director and seasonedliaison with the provincialBoard. Also acclaimed foranother term is Russ Reid,who did an excellent job ofRegistrar and Second ViceChair. Russ will gear up foran anticipated huge increasein membership and participantsstarting early in 2013.Peter Langerbis won aprize in the 2012 MembershipDrive, presentedat the Provincial AGM onAugust 23. The Accent Innand Best Western are givingBCSGS members 10 percentoff their lowest rates.Visit the www.bcseniorsgames.orgwebsite for informationon how to receivediscounts. Look for more“Sponsor Advantages forMembers” still to come.Congratulations to BruceDahling, this year’s recipientof the Joe Ziebart award.Joe was an advocate forseniors in the Kamloopsarea, and was instrumentalin the development ofseniors’ housing. This awardhas been presented annuallysince 1992 to recognize aperson for his or her work inZone 8 and promoting theBC Seniors Games.Following the AGM onOct. 18, 77 people enjoyedlunch and helped theBranch 52 Legion and Zone8 fundraise. In the sharedpot draw, the Legion barkeeperand Zone 8 eachtook home $101.50. Thebucket auction winners werePat Elliott, laptop case, HellenByron, bathset, GloriaHutson, hooked rug, BarbSmith, hotties, flashlightand jewel tree, Bruce Dahling,candle and rock pendant;screwdriver set, MurialScallon, Fountain Tire giftcertificate and stationery,Zelda Copley, slipper socksand popcorn bowl. A BIGTHANK YOU to everyonewho donated prizes. Winnersof the “guess how manycandies” in 2 Halloweenthemedand 2 Christmasthemedcontainers werePat Elliot, Zelda Copley,Darlene Daily and GordonDaily.If you think you are tooyoung at age 55+ to competein the Seniors Games,consider yourself lucky tojoin an elite group of peoplewho demonstrate it pays tostay socially and physicallyactive. Be inspired by peoplesuch as 92 year Jean Buchanon,who swims for Zone 3,and 93 year Olga Kolelka,track & field, and 98 yearNorma Spencer in snookerfor Zone 4.All entries for Zone 8close on June 5, and manysports/activities will haveplayoffs starting early inApril, for which prior registrationis essential. So, circleFeb. 21 on your 2013 calendarand come to the firstmeeting of the year to findout what’s upcoming in thisexciting year.Church DirectorySunday LiturgySaturday 7 pmSunday 8:30 am11:30 am, 6 pmConfession TimesSaturday 4-5 pmSunday 5:30-6 pmWed 5:15-5:35 pm1st Friday of themonth 5-6 pmSacred HeartCathedralWeekday MassesMon-Fri at 7:15 am9:30 am &Saturday at 7:15 amFirst Fridays Massat 6 pm followed bypresentation.First Saturday –Rosary at 9 am andMass at 9:30 am255 Nicola Street • 250-372-2581CommunityChurCh344 PoplarA Caring Community ofBelievers invite you to:Sunday School - 10:00 amWorship Service - 11:00 amWomen’s CelebrateFreedom - Tues 6:30 pmAdult Bible Study - Wed 6:30Christmas EveCandles & Carols - 6:00Call for information regarding250-554-1611www.salvationarmy.ca/kamloopsUnited ChUrChes of CanadaKamloops United Churchwww.kamloopsunited.ca421 St. Paul St. • Sundays 10 amRev. Teri Meyer • Rev. Bruce ComrieMt. Paul United Churchwww.mtpauluc.ca140 Laburnum St. • Sundays 10:30 amRev. LeAnn BlackertPlura Hills United Churchwww.plurahillsunited.com2090 Pacific Way • Sundays 10 amRev. Carolyn RonaldSeniorConnectorThe Seniors’ Own NewspaperCall Sharon Brookerto take care of allyour advertising needs.250.376.8883Feriberum ipicipsundi omnis ut aut expliqu isinctototatem vellenihitAximus molupta spernat. Icaborerrumre, senisque cus con et autet quam quoditat.Fuga. Fuga. Em veribus eossit et qui quodi inciumdi comnis inustHenis sint exerro id mo doluptassimpos andanihiciis rem illanda eperuptat quiaditiis ulparum etur? Dignatiatio que venimin venit,officaborem quo optaturi re, et aperchicit, illabo.Bus, ut voluptam, venihicae ommossi nvenihicipis evenditibus am est magnam nonsecto temporeroeveruptae nobistiati di ullorest magnis cullabore quoeatem fugit fugia voluptate sim inctas eos moluptaturam solorem posae. 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Page 28Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012Bazaar & Craft SalesKamloops United Church Fall Fair, Nov. 10th 10 am – 3 pm featuring the usuallarge baking table, several vendors with jewelery and gift ideas, surprise packages, knittingand much more. Special this year is a table of many meters of NEW fabrics andsome sewing accessories. One time only we also have a good selection of vintage tabledécor (hand sewing). All of this at Kamloops United Church, corner of St. Paul and4th Ave.OLPH Fall Bake Sale Saturday, Nov. 17th from 10 am to 12 pm, at the Holy TrinityUkrainian Catholic Church, 109 Tranquille Rd. For sale will be Potato & CheddarCheese Perogies, Fresh baked Cabbage Rolls and Homemade Baking. This event issponsored by Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League. Bitaemo! Everyone Welcomed!A Christmas Craft and Bake Sale will be held on Nov. 17, from 9 am to 2:30 pm atthe Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 2481 Sunset Drive.Arthur Stevenson Annual Craft Fair, Nov 18 from 10 am – 3 pm at 2890 Bank Rd.in Westsyde. Variety of crafts to choose from to help with your Christmas shopping.There will be raffle baskets full of great items, which have been put together by thestudents of the school. Door prizes and a concession will be available.Calling all crafters: Tables are available and are $20/each. To book a table, callMichelle 778-472-1978.RiverBend is hosting its second annual Christmas Bazaar Saturday November 24from 1:30 - 4:30 pm at 760 Mayfair Street in Brocklehurst. Featured will be Sewingand Knitting, Baking, Crafts and Novelties, Granny’s Attic including stylish, gentlyused clothing. A Silent Auction and Tea Room will also be included. We would loveto welcome you. Come, have a cup of tea or coffee and goodie. Enjoy our sale and perhapspick up a Christmas gift or two. For more information or should you have someitems to contribute call Mary, 250-376-5873.Catholic Women’s League, Country Christmas Bazaar is being held on December1 from 11 am to 2 pm at the Parish Centre, 635 Tranquille Rd. There will be baking,knitting, sewing, tearoom and much more. Everyone welcome!Consider these financial giftsfor your grandchildrenFinancialFocusLili Seery of Edward JonesIf you’re a grandparent yourself,you already know thepleasures of having grandchildrenin your life. And like somany grandparents, you maybe looking at ways to helpyour grandchildren get themost out of their lives.Perhaps the most valuablething you could give toyour grandkids is the gift ofeducation. Consider this: Overa lifetime, post-secondarygraduates earn, on average,about $1 million more thanthose without a degreeaccording to the CensusBureau. So, putting moneytoward your grandchildren’spost secondary education is agood investment.Furthermore, your grandchildrenmay well need thehelp, because getting an educationis expensive and costscontinue to rise. Consequently,you may want to contributeto an RESP. You have severaloptions for how the moneycan be invested and contributionlimits were increasedwhen the new federal budgetwas introduced. All withdrawalsare free from federalincome taxes, provided themoney is used for qualifiededucation expenses.If you name one grandchildas a beneficiary of an RESPand that grandchild decidesnot to go to college or university,you can switch theaccount to another grandchild— in other words, you maintaincontrol of the money forthe life of the account.Another common way toinvest money for a grandchild’seducation is throughthe use of an ‘in trust’ account.An ‘in-trust’ account is aninformal trust because thereis no trust deed. However, it’simportant to note that oncegifted, this money no longerbelongs to the donor.If you put money intoeither a formal trust or anin-trust account for a minorgrandchild, all income willbe taxed in your hands untilthe child reaches age 18. Anycapital gains will be taxed tothe child regardless of theirage. This is why investmentsthat generate capital gains areideally suited to this type ofarrangement.For this type ofarrangement to work properly,care must be taken to ensurethat the in-trust account isset up properly and complieswith the applicable tax rules.Whichever option is rightfor your family, there are avariety of opportunities foryou to give something to thegrandchildren who give somuch to you.Member – Canadian InvestorProtection FundSeniors ServicesYour Foot Doctor is in ...The Podiatrist is able to treat foot problemssuch as ingrown toenails, calluses, heel spursand other painful conditions.Dr. Stephen DeWitt, DPMPodiatrist, Foot Specialist#380 – 546 St. Paul Street, Kamloops250-374-7495A member of the• ProfessionalOrganizing • Hoarding/Chronic• Downsizing&MovingDisorganizationSpecialists• SeniorHomeSafetyService• EstateLiquidation(AginginPlace)Canadian Franchises Available | *A division of Everything Organized Ventures Inc.Secure encloSed Storage5’x10’, 10’x10’, 10’x15’, 10’x20’,10’x25’ & 10’x30’ (Double Doors)Safe Storage for Your SpecialCars - Bikes - Quads - SledsSun ValleyM I N I S T O R A G E LTD.Kamloops250-374-555510%SeniorsDiscountBrenda Bepple,250-374-3022Email: brendabepple@royallepage.cawww.brendabepple.ca322 Seymour StreetKamloops, BC V2C 2G2KAMLOOPS REALTYINDEPENDENTLY OWNED& OPERATEDHelping you is what we do. Realtor ®B.S.W.Plumbing & HeatingBonded, bonded, Journeyman Plumber, 12years experience, no overtime chargesVery Reasonable RatesRod BaRclay • Tel: 250-571-6371TheLate BloomersSinging DuoEasy listening songsyou remember.For booking informationJudy: 250-319-9138Est. 1998INTERIORHOMEHANDYMANFree Estimates • Seniors DiscountRodney H. White250-376-72301015 Schreiner Street, Kamloops• Plumbing • Shelving • Vents • Drywall • Painting• Installations • Moulding • Tub Surrounds • Doors• Bathrooms • Basements • Garages • Fencing• Storage Areas • Basic Electrical • Yard WorkFortune Barber ShopIn the Fortune Shopping Centrenext to Gary’s Deli“Your friendly NorthShore barbers”Open Mon to Saturday at 8:30am#12-750 Fortune Drive, Kamloops250-376-0428SeniorConnectorThe Seniors’ Own NewspaperCall Sharon Brookerto take care of allyour advertising needs.250.376.8883Feriberum ipicipsundi omnis ut aut expliqu isinctototatem vellenihitAximus molupta spernat. 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November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 29Little Fort Community CentrePo box 140Little Fort, bCnovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector © v0e 2C0SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 2 3Coffee HouseCarpet BowlingNovember 2, 7 pm9:30 amBadminton 7 pmLocal musicians to play for your entertainment and you areRec. Society Mtg.welcome to do a little dancingCoffee House7 pm4 5 6 7 8 9 10Carpet BowlingCarpet Bowling9:30 amCarpet Bowling9:30 am Badminton 7 pmAl-Anon9:30 amLFVFD Prac. 7 pm7 pmRemembrance Day 11 12 13 14 15 16 17Carpet BowlingCarpet Bowling9:30 am BookmobileCarpet Bowling TNRD Elections9:30 am Badminton 7 pmAl-Anon6:30 pm9:30 am7 pmLFVFD Prac. 7 pm7 pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24Carpet BowlingCarpet Bowling9:30 amCarpet Bowling9:30 am Badminton 7 pmAl-Anon9:30 amLFVFD Prac. 7 pm7 pm25 26 27 28 29 30Carpet BowlingCarpet Bowling9:30 amCarpet Bowling9:30 am Badminton 7 pmAl-Anon9:30 amLFVFD Prac. 7 pm7 pmCommunity GroupsThe CSI Seniors Activity Centre offersfloor curling at 1:30 pm on Mondays.Players needed. Address: 9a-1800 TranquilleRd. in the Brock Shopping Centre.Call 778-470-6000.Gardening for a happy and healthier life.Join us for tips. Kamloops Garden Clubmeets at 7 pm at the Heritage House on thefourth Wednesday of every month.Contact, Jeanne, 250-573-3160.Clearwater Friendly Clubnovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©C.N. Pensioners Crib Night at ParkviewActivity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave.,happens every 1 st & 3rd Thursday at 7 p.m.Everyone welcome. Call Pat 250-376-5862.The tradition of service requires a legacy ofsupport. Consider joining the Order of theRoyal Purple #277. Meetings are the firstand third Tuesday each month.Call Eleanor Vernon, 250-374-2806.evergreen AcresPhone: 250-674-3365SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 2 3Carpet Bowling1 – 4 pmCoffee &Crafts 10 amBarriere & District Seniors SocietyNovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 2 3To all Veterans and theirfamilies, thank you for ourfreedom!4 5 6 7 8 9 10Whist 7 pmRemembrance Day11 12 13 14 15 16 17Whist 7 pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24Whist 7 pm25 26 27 28 29 30Whist 7 pmCarpet Bowling10 amCrafts 1 pmCarpet Bowling10 amCrafts 1 pmCarpet Bowling10 amCrafts 1 pmCarpet Bowling10 amCrafts 1 pmSeniors Activity Centrenovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©Fun Cards1 pmFun Cards1 pmFun Cards1 pmFun Cards1 pmSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 Carpet Bowling 2 3Volunteers Needed!Bridge 12:30 pmPlease call for more Whist 1 - 3 pmPlease call for moreinformation on events. 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Page 30Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012Ashcroft-Cache Creek Senior SocietyNovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©601 bANCroFTAshcroft, b.C. 250-453-9828Pat Kirby, PresidentBIG Little Science Centre’s Robotics ClubSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYAutumn is a second springwhen every leaf is a flower.~ Albert CamusOPENYour Choice12:30 - 41 2 3Carpet Bowling,BingoCards & Pool12:30 - 4 pm12:30 - 4 pm4 5 6 7 8 9 10Carpet Bowling,OPEN Carpet Bowling,BridgeBingoCards & PoolYour Choice Cards & Pool12:30 - 4 pmClosed12:30 - 4 pm12:30 - 4 pm12:30 - 4 12:30 - 4 pmRemembrance Day 11 12 13 14 15 16 17OPENCarpet Bowling,Carpet Bowling,BridgeYour ChoiceBingoCards & Pool ClosedCards & Pool12:30 - 4 pm12:30 - 412:30 - 4 pm12:30 - 4 pm12:30 - 4 pmRegular Mtg. 1 pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24BazaarCarpet Bowling,OPENBridgeCards & Pool ClosedYour ChoiceClosed12:30 - 4 pmBingo12:30 - 4 pm12:30 - 412:30 - 4 pmNow that the school year is truly underway,children are looking for fun activities todo after school.BIG Little Science Centre has the perfectopportunity with our Friday afternoon, supercool Robotics Club.Robotics enthusiasts aged 10 and up areinvited to join our club and to think big; tocreate their own robots and program themto do whatever their imaginations wish themto do.For those who are new to robotics and forthose who are experienced builders, this cluballows children to work at their own pace todevelop their own systems. Regular challengesare provided, allowing students to problemsolve and explore the breadth of the LegoMindstorm Robotics program. Advancedprogramming will be taught, as children areready.The BIG Little Science Centre RoboticsClub has two Fall sessions. Session one runsfrom October 26 until November 16, andsession two runs November 23 until December14. Join us after school each week onFridays, until 4:30 p.m.To register download the form on thewebsite or drop by in person. More informationis available on our website: www.blscs.org.25 26 27 28 29 30Carpet Bowling,OPEN Carpet Bowling,BridgeCards & Pool ClosedYour Choice Cards & Pool12:30 - 4 pm12:30 - 4 pm12:30 - 4 12:30 - 4 pmRevelstoke Seniorsnovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©Phone:250-837-9456Sorrento Drop-In SocietyNOVEMBER Calendar of Events - Senior Connector ©Seniors Fifth AvenueActivity Centrenovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©170 – 5th Ave.Salmon Arm, b.C. v1e 4P2Phone 250-832-1065Office Hours Mon- Fri: 9 am – 4 pmSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYBrain Fitness 9 am1 2 3For Rent - 200 Seat AuditoriumPool RoomWeddings, Anniversaries, Celebration Of Life,OpenSing-A-Long 9:45 amBirthday LunchMeetings, Fundraising EventsMonday to Friday12 NoonA Stage For Concerts & Dances, Full Kitchen Facilities 9 am - 4 pmDuplicate BridgeJammers Dance7 pmBeginners Bridge10 amKeep Fit 11 amSocial Bridge 1:30 pmTable Tennis 3 pmCrib 7 pm4 5 6 7 Brain Fitness 9 am8 9 10Table Tennis 8:30 amKeep Fit 10:45 amCrib 1:30 pmShuffleboard 1:30 pmRound Dance 7 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmWeight Watchers 8:30 amScrabble 9:30 amLadies Pool 1 pmDarts 1 pmWeight Watchers 5:30 pmTable Tennis 8:30 amCanasta 10 amBeginners Bridge 2 pmLine Dancing 3 pmChess 6 pmBeginners Bridge10 amKeep Fit 11 amSocial Bridge 1:30 pmTable Tennis 3 pmCrib 7 pmSing-A-Long 9:45 amRemembrance Day 11 12 13 14 15 16 17Pancake Breakfast8:30 - 11:30 amDuplicate BridgeDuplicate BridgeJammers Dance7 pmDuplicate BridgeTable Tennis 8:30 amKeep Fit 10:45 amCrib 1:30 pmShuffleboard 1:30 pmRound Dance 7 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmWeight Watchers 8:30 amScrabble 9:30 amLadies Pool 1 pmDarts 1 pmWeight Watchers 5:30 pmTable Tennis 8:30 amCanasta 10 amBeginners Bridge 2 pmLine Dancing 3 pmChess 6 pmBrain Fitness 9 amBeginners Bridge10 amKeep Fit 11 amSocial Bridge 1:30 pmTable Tennis 3 pmCrib 7 pmSing-A-Long 9:45 amAnnual GeneralMeeting &Nominations18 19 20 21 Brain Fitness 9 am22 23 24Table Tennis 8:30 amKeep Fit 10:45 amCrib 1:30 pmShuffleboard 1:30 pmRound Dance 7 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmWeight Watchers 8:30 amScrabble 9:30 amLadies Pool 1 pmDarts 1 pmWeight Watchers 5:30 pmTable Tennis 8:30 amCanasta 10 amBeginners Bridge 2 pmLine Dancing 3 pmChess 6 pmSquare Dancers6:30 pmBeginners Bridge10 amKeep Fit 11 amSocial Bridge 1:30 pmTable Tennis 3 pmCrib 7 pmSing-A-Long 9:45 am25 26 27 28 29 30Table Tennis 8:30 amKeep Fit 10:45 amCrib 1:30 pmShuffleboard 1:30 pmRound Dance 7 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmWeight Watchers 8:30 amScrabble 9:30 amLadies Pool 1 pmDarts 1 pmWeight Watchers 5:30 pmTable Tennis 8:30 amCanasta 10 amBeginners Bridge 2 pmLine Dancing 3 pmChess 6 pmSquare Dancers6:30 pmPasschendaele Road, Sorrento, B.C.Phone: 250-675-5358President: Jennie Wiebe 250-679-8282Hall Bookings: J. Chisholm 250-675-3835SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYTo all our vets and all the menand women who are in ourArmed Forces, Thank Youfor your service and sacrificeQuilting 10 amPool 1 pmYouth Group6:30 - 9 pmBrain Fitness 9 amBeginners Bridge10 amKeep Fit 11 amSocial Bridge 1:30 pmTable Tennis 3 pmCrib 7 pm1 2 3Ladies Snooker2-5 pmSing-A-Long 9:45 amScottish Dancing10 am - noon4 Glee Club 5 6 7 8 9 109:30 amQuilting 10 amPool 1 pm TOPS 8:15 amLadies SnookerChurch Group Girl GuidesPool 1 pmCrib 1:30 pm2-5 pm Scottish Dancing9 am2 - 4 pmYouth Group10 am - noonWheels to Meals Pool 6 pmAA & AlAnon6:30 - 9 pm Bingo 6:30 pm8 pmRemembrance Day11 Glee Club 12 13 14 15 16 179:30 amQuilting 10 amTOPS 8:15 amChurch Group Girl Guides Pool 1 pmPool 1 pm Ladies Snooker Scottish DancingExec Mtg. 10 am9 am2 - 4 pm Crib 1:30 pmYouth Group 2-5 pm 10 am - noonPool 6 pmAA & AlAnon6:30 - 9 pm8 pm18 Glee Club 19 20 21 22 23 249:30 amQuilting 10 amPool 1 pmLadies SnookerChurch Group Girl GuidesTOPS 8:15 am Pool 1 pmCrib 1:30 pm2-5 pm Scottish Dancing9 am2 - 4 pmPool 6 pm Youth Group10 am - noonWheels to MealsAA & AlAnon6:30 - 9 pm Bingo 6:30 pm8 pm25 Glee Club 26 27 28 29 309:30 amMammography Quilting 10 amChurch Group Girl Guides Mammography 8 am - 5 pm Pool 1 pm Ladies Snooker9 am2 - 4 pm 9:30 am - 6 pm TOPS 8:15 am Youth Group 2-5 pmAA & AlAnonPool 6 pm 6:30 - 9 pm8 pmSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 2 3Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise“Winter is an etching, spring a watercolor, summer an oil painting9 am10 amand autumn a mosaic of them all.”Coffee Drop In~ Stanley Horowitz9:30-11 am Duplicate BridgeDarts 7 pm 12:45 - 5 pmGenealogyWorkshop1 - 4 pmLakeview Community Centre Societynovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYThe AnglebayHosted Christmas PartyDecember 1Happy Hour 5 pm; Dinner 6 pmRemembranceDay Service11 am4 5 6 Flu Clinic 7 8 9 10Carpet Bowling9 am - 4 pmSenior ExerciseBingo 1 pm Carpet Bowling9 amSenior Exercise10 amWii Games9 amCoffee Drop In10 am7 pmDarts 7 pm9:30-11 am Duplicate BridgeChoir 1:30 pmDarts 7 pm 12:45 - 5 pmWhist 7:30 pmRemembrance Day 11 12 13 14 15 16 17Flu ClinicBilliards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior ExerciseGenealogy 9 am - 4 pm Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am10 amWorkshop Bingo 1 pm9 am10 am Coffee Drop In1 - 4 pmWii Games Darts 7 pm Choir 1:30 pm 9:30-11 am Duplicate Bridge7 pmWhist 7:30 pm Darts 7 pm 12:45 - 5 pmGenealogyWorkshop1 - 4 pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24Flu ClinicBilliards 9 am Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise9 am - 4 pm Carpet Bowling Senior Exercise 9 am10 amBingo 1 pm9 am10 am Coffee Drop InWii Games Darts 7 pm Choir 1:30 pm 9:30-11 am Duplicate Bridge7 pmWhist 7:30 pm Darts 7 pm 12:45 - 5 pm25 26 Flu Clinic 27 28 Flu Clinic 29 30Billiards 9 am9 am - 4 pm9 am - 4 pm Senior ExerciseGenealogy Bingo 1 pmSenior ExerciseCarpet BowlingCarpet Bowling 9 am 10 amWorkshop Wii Games10 am9 amCoffee Drop In1 - 4 pm7 pmChoir 1:30 pmDuplicate BridgeDarts 7 pm9:30-11 amWhist 7:30 pm12:45 - 5 pmDarts 7 pmLeaque CarpetBowling 10 amDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pm1 2 3Table Tennis 1 pmDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmBenefitConcert7 pm4 Leaque Carpet 5 Drop in Crafts6 7 8 9 10Bowling 10 am 10 am - 2 pm Line Dancing Leaque CarpetDrop In Pool; (Bring a lunchBeginners 10 amTable Tennis 1 pmBowling 10 amRise &advanced 10:30 amDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess and a project)Drop In Pool;ShineAnglebay EntainersCoffee & Hostess1 – 4 pm Drop In Pool; 1 - 3 pm Coffee & HostessBreakfast1 – 4 pmSurprise Movie Coffee & Hostess Social Bridge 7 pm 1 – 4 pmNight 7pm1 – 4 pm11 Leaque Carpet 12 Drop in Crafts 13 Line Dancing 14 Leaque Carpet 15 16 17Bowling 10 am10 am - 2 pm Beginners 10 am Bowling 10 amDrop In Pool;(Bring a lunchadvanced 10:30 amTable Tennis 1 pmDrop In Pool;Coffee & HostessAnglebay EntainersDrop In Pool;and a project)Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pm1 - 3 pmCoffee & HostessDrop In Pool;Surprise MovieSocial Bridge 7 pm 1 – 4 pm1 – 4 pmCoffee & HostessNight 7pmCountry Gardeners Community Prayer1 – 4 pmClub 7 pm7 pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24Drop In Pool;Leaque CarpetDrop in Crafts Line Dancing Leaque CarpetBowling 10 am10 am - 2 pmBeginners 10 amTable Tennis 1 pmBowling 10 amadvanced 10:30 amDrop In Pool;Coffee & HostessDrop In Pool;Drop In Pool;Anglebay EntainersCoffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmCoffee & Hostess1 - 3 pm Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmSurprise Movie1 – 4 pm Social Bridge 7 pm 1 – 4 pmNight 7pm25 Drop In Pool; 26 Drop in Crafts 27 28 29 30Leaque CarpetBowling 10 amCoffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmSurprise MovieNight 7pmCall Dolores 250-517-9618Re: “Drop In Crafts”Call Blair 250-955-0032Re: “ Carpet Bowling”10 am - 2 pm(Bring a lunchand a project)Drop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmLine DancingBeginners 10 amadvanced 10:30 amAnglebay Entainers1 - 3 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmLeaque CarpetBowling 10 amDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmLakeview CentreSquilax/AnglemontDrop-in Centre Open: Mon-Fri 1–4 PMCoffee is on and hostess on dutyTable Tennis 1 pmDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pm

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 31Chase Seniors CentreNovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©Chase Creekside Seniors542 Shuswap Avenue • 250-679-8522open 8:30 to 11:30 am, 1:00 to 4:30 pmMerritt Senior Centrenovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©THe merrITT SenIorS ASSoC.and o.A.P.o. br. #1682202 Jackson Avenue • Laura Cornies, PresidentSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY“Look at everything as though you were seeingit for the first time or last time.Then your time on earth will be filled with glory.”~ Betty Smith, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn1 2 34 5 6 7 8 9 10Carpet Bowling10 amSnooker 1 pmBelles & Beaus10:30 amBingo 1 pmExercise 9 amSnooker 1 pmCarpet Bowling10 amCarpet Bowling10 amGeneral Mtg 1 pmExercise 9 amCrib 1 pmExercise 9 amMini Crib10:30 amCraft Fair10 am - 3 pmRemembrance Day11 12 13 14 15 16 17Exercise 9 amCarpet Bowling Belles & BeausCrib 1 pmExercise 9 am Carpet Bowling10 am10:30 amDinner 5 pmSnooker 1 pm 10 amSnooker 1 pm Bingo 1 pmHappy Hour 4 pm$10 pp18 19 20 21 22 23 24Carpet Bowling10 amSnooker 1 pmBelles & Beaus10:30 amBingo 1 pmExercise 9 amSnooker 1 pmCarpet Bowling10 amCrib 1 pmSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYAnyone interested in Court Whist, please call Loretta 250-378-2776Crib & Whist 7 pmBingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmCarpet Bowling1:30 pmCourt Whist 7 pmFloor Curling1 pmFloor Curling1 pm1 2 3Rummoli & Pool7 pm4 5 6 7 8 9Seniors Mtg101:30 pmRummoli & Pool7 pmFloor Curling1 pmRemembrance Day11 12 13 14 15 16 17Crib & Whist 7 pmBingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmCarpet BowlingShut-In Luncheon1:30 pm12 pmCourt Whist 7 pmRummoli & Pool7 pmFloor Curling1 pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24Crib & Whist 7 pmBingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmCarpet Bowling1:30 pmCourt Whist 7 pmFloor Curling1 pmRummoli & Pool7 pmFloor Curling1 pm25 26 27 28 29 30Carpet Bowling10 amSnooker 1 pmBelles & Beaus10:30 amBingo 1 pmExercise 9 amSnooker 1 pmCarpet Bowling10 amCrib 1 pm25 26 27 28 29 30Crib & Whist 7 pmBingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmCarpet Bowling1:30 pmCourt Whist 7 pmFloor Curling1 pmRummoli & Pool7 pmSavona and Area 50+o.A.P.o branch #1296605 buie road/Savona Access rdnovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©Fletcher Park Senior’s Resource Centrenovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©320A Second Ave. neSalmon Arm, b.C. v1e 1H1Phone 250-832-7000 Fax 250-833-0550office Hours: 9 am - 3 pmSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY“What is seen by the eye is transformed and colored bythe vision of the mind.” ~ Robert WadeDay Away1Day Away2 3Flu ClinicFlu ClinicRecreation Centre Recreation Centre9 am - 4 pm 9 am - 4 pm4(MMM)5 Foot Care 6 7 8 9 10Monday Morning (by appt. only)MarketDay Away Day AwayAGM 1 pmOffice Closed(LWF)Lunch withFriendsFoot Care(by appt. only)Remembrance Day 11 12 Foot Care 13 14 15 16 17(by appt. only)(LWF)Lunch withFriendsFoot Care(by appt. only)Day AwayBoard Meeting10 amGood Food BoxPickupJennifer Coburn 250-373-0081SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY“Even if something is left undone,everyone should take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn.”~ Elizabeth LawrenceCarpet Bowling7 pm1 2 3Exercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 amCrib 7 pm4 5 6 7 8 9 10Savona WeightExercise 8:45 amExercise 8:45 amLoss Club 8:15 amCarpet BowlingCoffee 9:30 amCoffee 9:30 amExercise 9:30 am7 pmUPS 7 PMCrib 7 pmCarpet Bowling7 pmRemembrance Day11 12 13 14 15 16 17Savona WeightExercise 8:45 amExercise 8:45 amLoss Club 8:15 am Potluck 6 pmCarpet BowlingCoffee 9:30 amCoffee 9:30 amExercise 9:30 am General Mtg 7 pm7 pmUPS 7 PMCrib 7 pmCarpet Bowling7 pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24Savona WeightExercise 8:45 amExercise 8:45 amLoss Club 8:15 amCarpet BowlingCoffee 9:30 amCoffee 9:30 amExercise 9:30 am7 pmUPS 7 PMCrib 7 pmCarpet Bowling7 pm25 26 27 28 29 30Savona WeightExercise 8:45 amExercise 8:45 amLoss Club 8:15 amCarpet BowlingCoffee 9:30 amCoffee 9:30 amExercise 9:30 am7 pmUPS 7 PMCrib 7 pmCarpet Bowling7 pmDay Away18 (MMM) 19 Foot Care 20 21 22 23 24Monday Morning (by appt. only)MarketFoot CareCaregivers(LWF)Day Away Day Away(by appt. only)Support Group Lunch with10 amFriends25 26 Foot Care 27 28 29 30(MMM)(by appt. only)Foot CareMonday Morning (LWF)(by appt. only)MarketLunch withDay Away Day AwayFriendsLogan Lake Seniors 50+november Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 2 3Open9 am – 3 pmLots happening at the Logan Lake Seniors CentreNovember 3: Garage 9-3 pmNovember 11: Enjoy, Stew and a Bun 12 pmNovember 30: Bake Sale 9 am - 12 pmShuswap Lake Senior Citizens’ Societynovember Calendar of events - Senior Connector ©Shuswap Lake SeniorCitizens Societybox 1552 — 31 Hudson St. neSalmon Arm, v1e 4P6 250-832-3015SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYSpiritualist Church -Norm Russell 250-832-6959Mount Ida Painters -Al Gates 250-832-5149Photo Club - Ian Clay 250-832-2350Art Club - Margaret Wilbur 250-832-7108Art Group - Iris Dodow 250-833-0902Elder Services - Sheila or Dave250-833-4136Open9 am – 12 pmBingo1 – 3 pmGarageSale9 am - 3 pm4 5 6 7 8 9 10OpenOpenOpenOpen9 - 12 pmOpen9 am – 3 pm Drop in Bowling9 am – 12 pm9 am – 12 pm Carpet Bowling 9 am – 12 pmGames 1 - 3 pmBingo6:30 pm10 am - 3 pm1 – 3 pmRemembrance Day 11 12 13 14 15 16 17OpenStew andOpenOpen9 am – 12 pmOpenOpen9 - 12 pm9 am – 3 pma Bun Games 1 - 3 pm9 - 12 pm9 am – 12 pm Carpet Bowling12 pmWhy BingoBusiness Mtg Bingo10 am - 3 pm7 pm1 – 3 pm1 pmPot Luck5 pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24OpenOpen9 am – 12 pmOpenOpen9 am – 3 pm Drop in BowlingGames 1 - 3 pm 9 am – 12 pm9 am – 12 pm6:30 pmOpen9 - 12 pmCarpet Bowling10 am - 3 pmBingo1 – 3 pm25 26 27 28 29 30OpenBake SaleOpen9 am – 12 pm9 am - 12 pmOpen9 - 12 pmOpenGames 1 - 3 pmOpen9 am – 12 pm Carpet Bowling 9 am – 12 pmWhy Bingo9 - 12 pm10 am - 3 pm7 pmBingo 1 - 3 pmDrop-in Centre80 – 150 opalvillage Centre mall1 2 3BingoDoors open 4 pmWalk-in 6 pmRegular 7 pm4 5Painters 9 am6 7 8 9 10Art GroupBingoSpiritualist Mt. Ida Painters Art Group 9 am9 am - 12 pmDoors open 4 pmChurch 11 am 9 am - 2 pm Art Club 10 - 12Elder ServicesWalk-in 6 pmDoors Open 10 am Photo Club 7 pm Church Study12:30 - 2:30 pmRegular 7 pmGroup 7 pmRemembrance DaySpiritualist11 12Painters 9 am13 14 15 16 17Art GroupBingoChurch 11 am Mt. Ida Painters Art Group 9 am9 am - 12 pmDoors open 4 pmDoors Open 10 am 9 am - 2 pm Art Club 10 - 12Elder ServicesWalk-in 6 pmSingles Club Photo Club 7 pm Church Study12:30 - 2:30 pmRegular 7 pm2 - 5 pmGroup 7 pm18 19 20 Art GroupPainters 9 am21 22 23 249 am - 12 pmBingoSpiritualist Mt. Ida Painters Art Group 9 amDirectors MeetingDoors open 4 pmChurch 11 am 9 am - 2 pm Art Club 10 - 1210 amWalk-in 6 pmDoors Open 10 am Photo Club 7 pm Church StudyElder ServicesRegular 7 pmGroup 7 pm12:30 - 2:30 pm25 26 27 Art Group 28 29 30Painters 9 am9 am - 12 pmSpiritualist Mt. Ida Painters Art Group 9 amDirectors MeetingChurch 11 am 9 am - 2 pm Art Club 10 - 1210 amDoors Open 10 am Photo Club 7 pm Church StudyElder ServicesGroup 7 pm12:30 - 2:30 pm

Page 32Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comNovember 2012Upcoming EventsFREE 6-week FALL workshopsfor better self-managementof pain and ongoinghealth conditions (heartor lung disease, arthritis,diabetes). Call UVIC’s Centreon Aging at 1-866-902-3767 to register now for theOctober-November workshopsin Salmon Arm andBlind Bay. Family membersand friends are welcome toregister too. For more info:www.selfmanagementbc.caLadies Auxiliary, LegionBranch 52: General meetingNovember 1st, 1 p.m. atthe Legion Hall, 425 LansdowneStreet.“Sis” and “Babe”, two sisterson the other side offifty, want to add a littleexcitement to their lives, buthow? BINGO!! The Queenof Bingo explores the worldof family ties, diet crazes,widowhood, hot flashes andwinning! Performance takesplace on November 1, 2, &3, 8 pm at the Stage House,422 Tranquille Rd. Ticketsare $15 each, available atAndrena’s Book Co. 1-910W. Columbia St (By Superstore),Mystic Dreams 419Tranquille Rd and KamloopsUnited Church 421St. Paul St. At every performancea lucky audiencemember takes home a frozenturkey.Let’s Dance! Sponsored bythe TVASC (ThompsonValley Activity and SocialClub) at Ukrainian Hall inKamloops - 725 York St.on November 3, 8 pm tomidnight. Music by: SteelBuzz’n. Admission is $10.There will be a door prize,50/50 draw & spot dance.For tickets call: Francoise,250-372-3782, Zonia, 250-372-0091 or Ed, 250-374-2774.Nicely UpdatedTownhouseHelen Waters, LPNAdvanced Foot Carehelenandcarl@shaw.cawww.happyfeetfootcare.caAll foot care services fromassessment of feet to massage!250-573-3999“Almost Christmas” startingin November at the oldCourthouse Gallery, 7 WestSeymour Street, Kamloops.Featuring one of a kindworks uniquely hand craftedby local artists, paintings,textile art, fused glass, weaving,pottery, jewellery, glassart, pen and ink drawings,photography, sculpture, fibre,art cards and more. Again,this year, ‘Tiny Tidings’small, one of a kind artworkfor stocking stuffers or tokengift items. No HST, freeparking, handicap accessible.Open 10 to 5 Tues to Fri,10 to 4, Sat. Visit kamloopscourthousegallery@shaw.caThe Canadian DiabetesAssociation presentsDiabetes & Health Expo(sponsored by MedproRespiratory Care) Saturday,November 3. Registration10 – 11 am; Trade Show 10am – 4 pm at the KamloopsAlliance Church, 233Fortune Dr. Join us for aneducation and interactiveday. Although the event isfree a donation would beappreciated. Registrationis recommended. Email:Glenna.armstrong@diabetes.ca or call 1-888-628-9494.*Queen mattress and boxspring.Brand NEW in originalplastic with Warranty.Worth $899. Must Sell.$299. Can Deliver. 250-434-2337 or 250-314-7022.Kamloops Photo Arts ClubPresents Brad Hill; photographer,biologist and lecturerBrad Hill (award winningnature photographer)will be giving a public slideshow with comments on theGreat Bear Rainforest. Bradalso introduces a weekendof photography workshops‘Exposing Nature’s Art’ Nov.2nd to 4th. The live showand the opportunity forthose interested in NaturePhotography to upgradetheir digital photographyskills is being held at theTRU (Thompson RiversUniversity), KamloopsRemembrance Day Memories.Join us for LemonChicken Dinner, followedby Songs and Stories fromthe War Years. Friday, Nov.9, at 5 pm, at the St. Paul’sCathedral, 360 Nicola St.Everyone welcome. Cost:Adults $12, Children $5,Family $30. For ticketsplease call the Trish at 250-374-1484, Mollie at 250-579-5670, or the Cathedraloffice at 250-372-3912.Please buy your tickets early,or call to reserve, as we hateto turn folks away the nightof the dinner.*Brand NEW in box PowerliftRecliner with Warranty.Worth $1000. Sacrafice$499. Can Deliver. 250-434-2337 or 250-314-7022Excelsior Rebekah Lodge#23: Nov. 13, 7:30 pm -Regular meeting- secondnominations for 2013 offices;Nov. 27, 7:30 pm - Electionof 2013 Officers. Plansfor joint Christmas dinner.Call Beverlee 250-374-0949.To all Royal InlandHospital Retirees: OurChristmas Luncheon isFriday, Dec. 7, from 11:30am to 1 pm at the ABCRestaurant, 1835 RogersWay. RSVP is required byDec. 3, call Marnie, 250-828-2724.Beautiful tote bags areon silent auction, up toNovember 15 th . Total proceedsto benefit of Habitatfor Humanity. A groupof sewers got together andsewed and donated somevery lovely tote bags thatwould make wonderfulChristmas gifts. These bagsbeing displayed at FindlaysSew and Vac on the northshore.The Art B.C. Society ishosting an art show andsale of original paintingsin watercolour, pastels, oils,acrylics and mixed mediumson November 16th, 17thand 18th. Our long timeartists have worked hard tocreate beautiful works of artfor your pleasure. There willalso be other artistic creationsof cards, scarves andunframed original art pieces.The show will be open forviewing from 10 am to 4 pmeach day and is being held atthe Japanese Cultural Centreat 160 Vernon Avenue,Kamloops. Admission isfree, so come and enjoy.*NEW in boxes. Queen Bed,nightstand, dresser and mirror.Dovetail Construction.Worth $1500. Must Sell$699! Can Deliver. 250-434-2337 or 250-314-7022.BIG Little Science Centreis pleased to announce ournew and expanded hours.BIG Little Science Centreis now open with publicvisiting hours Tuesday toSaturday from 10am to 4pm,all year round. With threeExploration Rooms andshows throughout the day,there is always somethingnew to try at BIG LittleScience Centre. We arelocated at 985 Holt Streetin George Hilliard School.Please join us to discoverand enjoy fun science. Call250-554-2572 or visit us atwww.blscs.org.The sixth annual Christmasat the Courthouse takesplace Dec 1 and 2 at the oldCourthouse, 7 West SeymourStreet. The popularchildren’s art show featuredagain this year, along withthe show and sale of localfine art and craft by thejuried vendors. Upstairs inthe Courtroom and downstairsyou will find manylocally made arts and craftsfor unique gift giving ideas.Arnica will have food andbeverages; there will be livemusic, door prizes and a raffledraw. Browse the CourthouseGallery and GiftShop for more fine art andcraft. Open 10 to 5 Sat. andSun., admission by donation.Free parking at the BC LotteryCommission.15th Annual WildlightsFestival takes place at theBC Wildlife Park December14 to January 6. Bring yourfamily and enjoy the wonderfullight displays.*Sectional Sofa with Ottoman.Brand NEW in boxes,never used. With manufacturerswarranty. Worth$1299. Sacrifice $499 CanDeliver. 250-434-2337 or250-314-7022.The Kamloops HeritageSociety needs your help! St.Andrews on the Square isa community center, whichhosts events year round andcould use a few good volunteers.FMI call Mel @ 250-377-4232 or visit www.standrewssquare.comGroupsThe Kamloops Antiques,Collectibles and HeritageClub meet on the secondThursday of every monthSeptember – June atHeritage House on LorneStreet, Riverside Park at7 pm. New members andguests always welcome.For more information call:Karen, 250-573-3670 orBernice, 250-372-0468.Hub City Singers is a4-part harmony, a cappelasinging group, which meetsevery Monday at 7 pm atPlura Hills United Churchon Pacific Way. The chorusis under the directionof Chuck Harmon and wewould LOVE to see YOUthere! New members welcome.For info please contactPenny, 250-579-1887 orHelen, 250-573-5362.Dance to the country musicof Vern Cave the FenderBender every Sunday nightfrom 8 – 11:30 pm at theBarnhartvale CommunityHall. Admission $8.Interested in the CanadianAir Force? 886 Wing of theAir Force Assoc. of Canadameets the third Wednesdayof the month for lunch atthe ABC restaurant, 1835Rogers Place. Call Mike250-318-5777.Kamloops Family HistorySociety meets the fourthThursday of each month atHeritage House, 100 LorneSt., from 7 to 9 p.m. (Sept.to May). Barry from theCamera House will be ourguest speaker. Computer tipsfor genealogy will also bediscussed. Guests and newmembers are welcome. Formore information call 250-372-5679.Kamloops HappyChoristers invite newmembers age 55 and overto join us for fun, singing,harmony and a variety ofsongs under the direction ofthe talented Mary Jackson.Join us on Wednesday from9:30 to 11:00 am at theHeritage House. For moreinformation call Sharon at250-579-9505.Freedom from nicotine – asupport group to assist youin stopping the use of tobacco,meets Wednesdays 7-8pm, at the Kamloops UnitedChurch, 421 St. Paul Street.Three bdrms, 1½ baths, 1650sq. ft. Privacy, mature trees &landscaping, 2 decks & yet only5 min. walking distance to allamenities, including TRU, TCC,shopping & entertainment. Niceextras are the 9’ glass patiodoor in the main living space,hardwood floors, closet organizers,low e windows & secured outsidestorage. Ready to move in. Lowstrata fees. Ph: 250-372-5972 oremail: brooker_s@shaw.caAsking $254,900182B Tranquille Road,Kamloops1-877-414-4241peo06_disableFully Furnished 1 BDRMLower Sahali • $1500/monthMeals & Housekeeping IncludedWe have 3 little dogs who like to visit and be petted, anda beautiful landscaped yard. A van is avail. to take you toappts. at an extra charge.If you are looking for a peaceful place to enjoy yourtwilight years, please call for an appointment to view.250-434-4876 or E: mem_mck@telus.netAcAciA TowersFOR RENT:1 bedroom startingfrom $695/mo.Bachelor suite startingfrom $605/mo.No pets, no smoking,security cameras.Please call250-374-7455.PAWS-N-TAILSDOG & CAT GROOMINGFor appointmentplease call:Clipper bladesharpening availableThree groomersavailable864C-8thStreetKamloops376-6533

November 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 33Continued from page 1Cecil Harbidge, SSFExperts were brought in for thetraining in demolition, fighting on skisand mountain climbing. For amphibioustraining, the unit was transported toNorfolk, Virginia.The unit’s mission was to engage indaring raids on strategic spots in Europe.As it turned out, the SSF would beinstrumental in the battle for Mt. LaDefensa at Cassino. The night beforeD-Day they were dropped off on theFrench coast at Levant and Port CrosIslands to take out the German’s huge costdefenceguns. Both of these operationswere completed successfully. The scuttlebuttincluded the possibility that the unit mightbe used to destroy the heavy water plantsin Norway. The Germans at the time wereexperimenting with nuclear weapons andrequired the heavy water in quantity tofurther their plans.Meanwhile, the training continued andthe men of the unit became a close netgroup, in part due to the fact that they usedthe “Buddy System” very effectively, witheach Canadian having an American buddy.In the final phase of their training the unitwas sent to the Aleutian Islands to help theCanadian and American troops defeat theJapanese. Little contact with them was madeas they had already escaped and our existingtroops had taken the area and the Islands.As exciting as this all seems, the cloakand dagger feel to it, there was a lot of hardwork and intensive training taking place,with the unit making many trips aroundthe U.S. At one point, they were housed atAlcatraz for approximately three weeks.For Cecil Harbidge however, his time inthe First Special Service Force came to anend after an accident, which prevented himfrom continuing with the unit. Cecil andapproximately nine other Canadians werereturned to Canada, where they tried to usetheir extensive skills in other areas. However,they found themselves “over trained fordomestic duties”. All were released in late1944.The story of the First Special ServiceForce has a historical angle. It was the firsttime in history that Canadian and Americantroops fought as a unit. There are two aresomewhat suspect, due to the “HollywoodEffect”, they do contain some facts. Theyare “The Heroes of Telemark” and “TheDevil’s Brigade”. Cecil believed the secondto be called the second “The Devil’sAngels”, but I was unable to find a movie bythat title.The First Special Service ForceAssociation has a museum in Helena,Montana and is being considered for aCongressional Gold Medal. This is thehighest civilian award, awarded in theUnited States. If the consideration issuccessful, all members of the unit, bothAmerican and Canadian, will receive it.10 ways to keep your fireplace safe(NC)—As we all prepare for the frigidwinter season, it’s a great time to refresh ourmemories about using our fireplaces safely.Fire Prevention Canada says that winter isthe worst time of year for home fires andoffers these tips for fireplace safety:1. Make sure the damper is open beforeyou light the fire, and don’t close it untilthe ashes are cool to the touch.2. Never leave the house or go to bed witha fire burning.3. Keep combustible materials such aswood and paper a safe distance from thefireplace.4. Keep a fireplace screen in place toprotect children, pets and your carpetfrom embers.5 Supervise children around the fireplaceat all times.6. Use dry, well-seasoned firewood a smallamount at a time. (Never overload.)If you use artificial logs, follow theinstructions on the packaging.A little boy wasattending his firstwedding. After the service,his cousin asked him,“How many women can aman marry?”“Sixteen,” the boyresponded.7. Have your chimney cleaned and servicedregularly.8. Never use gasoline or starter fluid inyour fireplace.9. Place ashes in a metal container andtake them outdoors.10. Install smoke and carbon monoxidedetectors, and remember that adequateventilation is key to keeping yourfireplace safe.“In addition to following safe practiceswith your fireplace, you should havesafeguards in place in the event somethinggoes amiss,” says Jeff Burke, president andCEO of Western Financial Group, whosebrokers provide insurance to homeownersthroughout western Canada. “In additionto smoke and carbon monoxide detectors,consider investing in fire extinguishers anda sprinkler system for your home. Theycan make your home safer and often earnyou discounts on your home insurancepremiums.”His cousin was amazedthat he had an answerso quickly. “How do youknow that?”“Easy,” the little boysaid. “All you have to do isadd it up, like the Bishopsaid: 4 better, 4 worse, 4richer, 4 poorer.”Among Cecil Harbidge’s memories are items from his father. Pictured above (left) is ahandmade replica of Albert Harbidge’s Cap Badge for the 102nd North British ColumbianRegiment, which was a part of the Rocky Mountain Rangers in those days. Pictured above(right) is Albert taken in 1916. Albert joined the 102nd in Prince George where he wasliving at the time. Albert served during World War I.Continued from page 1...other body parts, major personalitychanges, flash backs and they have to helpthe returning servicemen and womenlearn to live a “normal” life again. Hiddenproblems are no less real than physicalhandicaps or death for the families tohave to deal with. Working through theseproblems can take a lifetime for some. Life,as they knew it, changes forever. Somenever recover.Price of freedomWE WILL REMEMBER THEMConflict is never pretty and we must beever mindful of the costs incurred by thosewho willingly serve, to defend our families.This November 11th, make the effortto attend the ceremony and honour thosewho have given and those who continueto give so much. 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