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Page 2 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010A child needs a grandparent, anybody’sgrandparent, to grow a little more securelyinto an unfamiliar world. ~ Charles and Ann MorseSo nice to come home to.Kamloops Seniors Village1220 Hugh Allan DriveKamloops, BC V1S 2B3250.571.1804www.retirementconcepts.comWelcome to Kamloops Seniors Villageand Williams Lake Seniors Village.We offer a full range of services andcare levels for Seniors. From AssistedLiving to full-time Nursing Care, thestaff at Retirement Concepts residencesprovide a caring, friendly and professionalenvironment.Get to know us!Call today for information or to schedulea tour to view our spacious suites andwell-appointed amenities.Williams Lake Seniors Village1455 Western AvenueWilliams Lake, BC V2G 5N1250.305.1131If becoming a grandmother was only a matter ofchoice, I should advise every one of you straightaway to become one. There is no fun for oldpeople like it! ~Hannah Whithall SmithAssisted Living& Residential CareAdditionsOPEN NOW65% rented.The Kamloops CanGoGrannies are hosting a TextileArt Exhibit by the GlacierGrannies of ComoxSept. 24 to 26 from 11 a.m.to 4 p.m. at the Interior SavingsCentre Rivers Room.An opening receptionwill take place Sept. 23 from7 to 9 p.m. Tickets for theopening are $10 and can bepurchased from Heather’sFabric Shelf, 250-376-7630,Katja’s Quilt Shoppe, 250-851-0324, and The Smorgasbord,250-377-0055.The exhibit features quiltedscenes of Africa. Thebeautiful textile art was createdto raise funds for theStephen Lewis Foundation.Admission is by donation.All proceeds will go to theStephen Lewis Foundation’sGrandmothers to Grandmotherscampaign, whichfunds grassroots organizationsthat assist grandmotherscaring for AIDS orphansin 15 African countries. Thefoundation provides grandmotherswith much-neededassistance, including: food,educational fees, incomegeneratingprojects, counsellingand social support, andcoffins to allow for a dignifiedburial of their lovedones.Textile art exhibitSubmitted photoThe Song Never Dies. This quilted piece by Lorraine Barnerwas inspired by the strong brave women of Africa as well as herfather who passed away almost six months ago. The piece, aptlycalled, “The Song Never Dies”, is dedicated to Barner’s father andto “the people of Africa, who face their lives with a song in theirhearts and a dance in their souls.”Elegant apartments for active and independent seniorsfor people just like you - fun and full of life.The elegant apartments at Ridgepointe are designed for active and independentseniors. Built high on a bluff in beautiful Kamloops, British Columbia, the resort-likeretirement community commands sweeping valley views. The quality of the homesand amenities will exceed your expectations, and the sense of community will enrichyour life in ways you never imagined. COMING SPRING 2011.1789 Primrose Court, Kamloops, BC V1S 0B7For more information, or to register:1942ridvw03_aug

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 3A calorie is not just a calorieProbably the most essentialcomponent of good diabetesmanagement and preventionis proper nutrition. While afull discussion of nutrition isfar beyond what I can offerin this article, the basicsmust be included in any diabetesdiscussion. While thistopic may seem daunting atfirst, it actually becomes veryeasy with practise... and it’seasy to practise as you haveto eat each day!Carbohydrates – alsoknown as starches and sugars– are the body’s primaryenergy source. They’re quickto digest, absorb, store andmobilize when needed. Infact, the brain won’t survivewithout carbohydrates as itcan’t use fat or protein forenergy. This is why low bloodsugar – hypoglycemia – is amedical emergency. Recentlycarbohydrates have been givena bad name by several dietand nutrition fads, howeverthis energy source is criticalfor proper body function.Most diabetics cringewhen they hear the word carbohydrates.It means you haveto count how many are inyour meal and compare it tothe amount you’re supposedto be getting for the day. Youalso learn there are manydifferent types of carbohydrates.Some, such as tablesugar or white bread absorbvery quickly. Typically, thesesimple sugars and starchessend our insulin production(or our blood sugar if thereisn’t enough insulin) throughthe roof to try to get it storedand out of the bloodstream asquick as possible.On the other hand, fibrouswhole grains and complexstarches, such as wholewheat, beans, brans and barley,absorb much slower asit takes the body longer toturn these complex starchesinto the basic carbohydrate(called glucose) our bodyuses for energy. By choosingthe complex and fibrousstarches more frequentlythan the sugary and sweetones, you can help reduce therisk of developing diabetesor improve your blood sugarcontrol if you have diabetes.The other critical nutritioncomponents are portion sizecontrol and food group balance.I always say the worldwould be a much healthierplace if we all followed thediabetic diet, which emphasizesproper portion size inaddition to well-balancedmeals. The diabetic diet alsodoesn’t ban any particularPharmacist ReflectionsAdam Sawula, pharmacistfood. If you want a smallpiece of cake, you can haveit. Just don’t take a monstersizedpiece after eating a fullplate of spaghetti.For full information onthe diabetic diet and all theinformation surrounding portionsize, carbohydrate countingand other nutrition tips,I recommend the nutritionsection of the Canadian DiabetesAssociation website,www.diabetes.ca/diabetesand-you/nutrition/.You canalso speak with a registereddietitian through HealthLinkBC by dialling 811 (toll-free)anywhere in B.C. from 9 a.m.to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.They can answer all yourquestions regarding nutritionand the diabetic diet.Remember, even thoughnutrition may seem like atricky topic, it’s one of themost controllable aspects ofyour health. You can make thechoice to look after yourselfand really make a differencehere. There are plenty of goodresources available, and ifyou’re ever in doubt, don’t beafraid to get a second opinion!Cariboo Manor107 – 540 Seymour Street, Kamloops, B.C.Telephone: 250-374-8883 • Fax: 250-374-8802Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Please address all correspondence to:Senior ConnectorP.O. Box 729, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 5M4E-mail: editor@seniorconnector.comPublisherManaging EditorProduction & DesignTechnology Services831 Serle Road, Kamloopswww.cariboomanor.caAffordable supported living home in friendly WestsydeWholesome home-cooked mealsWeekly housekeeping servicesCapable, caring live-in staffCompanionship and security provide peace of mind.Get your name on our wait listCall Janet at 250-579-5262Senior ConnectorThe Seniors’ Own Newspaperwww.seniorconnector.comMike KeetchLori KeetchJudi DupontGreg KeetchSenior Connector is a monthly newspaper dedicated to inform, serve andentertain seniors 45 and over. Deadline for advertising and editorial copy isthe 18th of the month for publication on or about the 25th of the month.It is published by locally owned PrintMark Publishing Inc.Letters to the Editor must be signed and have a phone number (yourphone number will not be printed unless so requested). Other submissionsare gratefully received but Senior Connector reserves the right to editall material and to refuse any material deemed unsuitable for this publication.Articles will run in the newspaper as time and space permit.No portion of this publication may be reproduced without writtenpermission from the publisher.The opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of thepublisher, Senior Connector, PrintMark Publishing Inc., or the staff thereof.Subscriptions are $36 per year in Canada.Any error which appears in an advertisement will be adjusted as to onlythe amount of space in which the error occurred. 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Page 4 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010New concept in seniors housingBy Mike KeetchThe public is invited to anopen house at the ArcadiaRanch for Community Care(ARCC), just outside ofBarriere, 16 km up the EastBarriere Lake Road at theold Bison Ranch on Sept. 25and 26. Refreshments will beavailable.Dean Goddard is themoving force behind thisproject – you may rememberhim from a few yearsago when he presented thisidea at an open house inKamloops. At that time, theranch was intended to belocated at the former Tranquillesite. When that didn’twork out, Goddard startedlooking around for a suitablelocation, and that locationturned out to be 23 acresoutside of Barriere, on abench with expansive views.He purchased the property afew years ago and has beenworking quietly to get theproperty to the stage it’s nowat. The projected openingfor ARCC is May 2011.Goddard has been a practicingnutritionist for 30years and also has a backgroundin marketing.The concept involvesseniors and younger folksworking together on theranch, at various tasks thathelp to sustain the ranch,such as weaving and needlework, pottery, candle making,wood and metal, or workingin the gift shop, greenhouseand gardens and the bakery.If none of that interestsyou, there’ll be opportunitiesto help out in theadministration office, library,meal clean up, herb preparation,food processing, flowerarranging, caring for chickensand sheep, beekeeping,laundry or playing music forothers. The idea is that residentshelp out as much or aslittle as they can or want to.According to Goddard,the concept is to addressthe needs of the entire personnot just at a stage of lifewhen one has to deal with anillness, handicap or decliningabilities. There are no healthrestrictions as long as theperson doesn’t need 24-hourcare. Those who are independentand active and thoseneeding some assisted livingare welcome at the ranch.The main housing unithas been started and nowconsists of a small house;when completed the mainunit will hold the kitchen,dining room/theatre room,library, nine single roomsand three double rooms.RRSP, RRIF, GIC & TFSA1 Year Cashable 1.50%3 YR1 YRRates as of August 23, 2010WE WILL MEETOR BEAT ANY BANK RATE*David EvansBEST INTEREST RATESDAILY INTEREST1.20 %PROTECTED BY:$100,000 CDIC Insured$100,000 Assuris InsuredUnlimited Credit Union Insured2.15 %THE BRADFORD FINANCIAL TEAMRetirement Income Specialists774 Seymour St.Kamloops, BC250.828.67671.800.599.8274info@bradfordfinancial.org2 YR2.50 %4 YR 5 YR2.85 % 3.10 % 3.40 %*Some terms and conditions may apply.Rates subject to change without notice.Bradford Financial Services Inc.BFS06_juneVanessa CullenTransportation would alsobe available for trips totown for shopping, medicalappointments or social visits.This not-for-profit venturewill be financed in a “lifelease” format with a singlelease costing $35,000 anda double $55,000. Monthlyfees will be; single $1050 anddouble $1750, which includesall meals and snacks.Many businesses in thearea are on board with thisproject and have indicatedthey are willing to donatebuilding supplies or providethem at a much-reducedcost, which will help keepthe building costs to a minimum.Those businessesexpressing an interest so farinclude Irly Bird, Rona andWadlegger Logging andConstruction in Clearwater.The concept for the ArcadiaRanch for CommunityCare is based on a similaroperation in northern NewYork State called HilltopHouse, which has operatedfor 35 years. If you’d like tosee what it’s all about, checkout the video at www.fellowshipcommunity.org.More information on theArcadia Ranch is availableat www.arcadiaranchcommunity.com.Goddard can bereached at 250-672-1913 orarcadiaranch@gmail.com.If this idea appeals to you,contact Goddard to makesure you’re on the list for theSept. 25 and 26, open house.Recreation guide offers seniors’ programsAt the Florentine we provide four levelsAtAt the the Florentine we provide four levelsof care including independent living,of of care including independent living,At assisted the Florentine living, respite we provide and complex four levels care.assisted living, respite and complex care.of careYou andincludingyour spouse independentcan enjoy living,lifeYou and your spouse can enjoy lifeand stay together, while getting theassisted and living, stay together, respite while and complex getting the care.quality care you need.You and quality your spouse care you can need. enjoy lifeand stay together, while getting thequality care you need.4100 Belshaw Street, Merritt, BC V1K 0A5 0A54100 Belshaw Street, Merritt, BC V1K 0A5(250) 378-5300 phone (250) 378-5350(250) 378-5300 phone (250) 378-5350www.theflorentine.cawww.theflorentine.ca4100 Belshaw Street, Merritt, BC V1K 0A5(250) 378-5300 phone (250) 378-5350C A T E S C A R R O L L W A T TD O W N T Owww.theflorentine.caW N L A W Y E R SCandace CatesHeather M. McLeodManor garden producing quality vegetablesSubmitted by Janet SchneiderJune was hectic with various fundraisingevents, July kicked off the summerwith Cariboo Manor’s annual barbecue,and August was exactly what summer isall about. Long, hot, lazy days ending inbalmy star-lit nights. Manor residents haveenjoyed the weather, getting out and abouton the cooler days and relaxing in air-conditionedcomfort on the hot, dry ones.Now, they’re all checking out Frank’svegetable garden, waiting for his corn to beready. It looks pretty good, so it shouldn’ttake long now. That garden has received alot of tender, loving care this year, which isevident in the quantity and quality of thevegetables it’s producing.While things are peaceful at the manor,in my household, the last few weeks havebeen a blur of activity as we prepare for myson’s marriage to his beautiful fiancée.News from Cariboo ManorCity TalkSummer is almost over andit’s time to start planningfall and winter activities. TheCity of Kamloops Fall Parks,Recreation and CulturalServices guide was deliveredwith the Wednesday,Aug. 25 edition of KamloopsThis Week. If you didn’t geta copy, you can pick one upat the Kamloops Museum,Tournament Capital Centre,Westsyde Pool, Brock Pool,McDonald Park Pool, as wellas some community agencies.Here are just a few programsthat may be of inter-Councillor Nancy Beppleest to you.First, a seniors’ multi-sportpunch card for pickleball,badminton and table tenniswill be available to purchaseon Aug. 25. This card is validfrom Sept. 20 to March31, 2010 for the McArthurIsland Youth Centre locationonly. Ten punches cost $30.To register by phone, call250-828-3500 and ask forprogram #159882.Second, check out theKamloops Museum’s new andold exhibits on a guided tour.Tours are available the fourthThursday of every monthfrom September to February(except October). Toursbegin at 6 p.m. and are finishedat 7:30 p.m. Cost is $4.To register for one of the fivetour dates, call 250-828-3500and ask for program #154635For wills, powers of attorney, representationagreements, estates, land and business law.We make 'house calls' and 'hospital calls.'We are good at what we do.We would be happy to help you.Please call 250-372-8811.Festivities have been nicely spaced, so wewere able to enjoy them all without feelingrushed or stressing over all the little detailsthat seem to crop up as the day draws near.I love weddings, planning them, attendingthem and reminiscing about them.The majority of the organization forthis wedding has been capably handled bythe “in-laws,” my son and my daughter-inlaw-to-be,so I’ve occupied myself with funstuff and had a great time with it.My daughters and I have enjoyed workingwith our little bride on various projects,and have come up with a surprise or twofor the couple entirely on our own. It’s onlya few more sleeps … I can hardly wait!By this time next month, we’ll be gettingready for fall. Picking apples, making pies,planning fall fundraisers and getting backinto a somewhat regular routine.In the meantime, enjoy the rest of yoursummer.ccw05_ sept(Sept. 23), 154636 (Nov. 25),154637 (Dec. 23), 154638( Jan. 27) or 154639 (Feb. 24).Third, if you’re at risk ofheart disease, then considerthe On Track program, a12-week primary preventionprogram run by ACSM certifiedclinical exercise specialiststhat runs Thursday morningsfrom 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.at the Tournament CapitalCentre (TCC) (by doctor’sreferral only). Cost is $82.50and includes a three-monthtrack pass for the TCC. Forinformation, contact JenEdgecombe at 250-828-3742.Here are just a few moreof the hundreds of programsin the guide: Senior watercolourworkshop with JoeyNash; Grandfun with grandkids;Knitting and crocheting;Lest we Forget – reviewarchival documents and artifactsfrom the museum’s collection,and gain hands-onexperience with items frompast wars as well as learnthe strategic importance ofKamloops during the pastwars and of local war heroes.One final note: we wantyour input on how toimprove walking areas andtrails in Kamloops. Fill outthe on-line survey at www.kamloops.ca/surveys, or picka survey up at the planningdepartment, 105 SeymourSt. Contact Erin Felker,transportation planner atefelker@kamloops.ca or 250-828-3311 for information.Nancy Bepple is one of yourcity councillors. She can bereached at 250-372-1925 ornbepple@kamloops.ca.

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 5Plenty of variety in retirement home marketRetirement homes are privatepay, wellness-orientedsettings that enable activeseniors to maintain orimprove their independenceand overall health. Theyprovide security, convenience,companionship andthe opportunity to engagein a wide range of enrichingactivities.The following are someamenities they may have tooffer.Accommodations• A variety of suite sizes;• Choice of furnished andunfurnished suites;• Option of a kitchenette orfull kitchen;• Ensuite bath equippedwith grab bars, raised toiletand emergency call bell;• Individual temperaturecontrols (heating and airconditioning);• Private patio or balcony;• Cable, phone and Internethook-up.Medical and personal care• Professional nursing staffon duty around the clock;• Weekly assistance with abath or shower;• Regular wellness assessments(and care conferences,where applicable);• Pharmacy service, medicalroom and onsite capabilityfor x-rays and lab work;• Visiting health care professionalssuch as a podiatrist,optometrist and dentist;• Convalescent care (duringacute illness or recoveryfrom surgery);• Enhanced service packagesthat can be purchased on along-term basis.Food services• Daily breakfast, lunch anddinner included in accommodationfee;• Self-serve snack stationoffering fresh fruit, varioussnacks, juice and hot beveragesthroughout the day;• Accommodation for specialdietary needs;• Visitor meal program;• Tray service to room ifunwell.Personal services• Housekeeping, linen, toweland personal laundry service;• Resident laundry facilities(for washing and ironingspecial care items);• Full-service beauty salonfor men and women;• Pet care and valet servicesfor an extra fee;• Transportation to appointmentsand shopping;• Management on-site24-hours a day.Other amenities• Private mail boxes;• Resident storage facilities;• Small pets allowed;• Tuck shop or gift shop;• Cafe for residents andguests;• Private dining room forfamily gatherings and communityroom for small groupmeetings;• Reserved parking for residents,availability of shelteredparking and amplespace for visitors to park;• Guest suites;• Services provided in multiplelanguages;• Community amenities suchas a variety store, drug store,community or seniors’ centre,park and public transitwithin walking distance;• Part of a multi-phase communitydesigned to meet acontinuum of needs.Recreation and leisure• A wide range of lifeenhancingactivities, co-ordinatedby a trained professional,including: cultural events,leisure programs, educationalConfucious philosophy:If it’s true we are here to help others, then what exactly are the others here for?Why do we say something is out of whack? What is a whack?Why do croutons come in airtight packages? Aren’t they just stale bread to begin with?Personal CareRespiteTertiary CareHousekeepingMeal PrepCompanion CareGroundskeepingand moreIn-Home Care, IncSue Greschner, Manager250-851-0078 Work • 250-819-1932 On Call 24/7 Mobileprograms, fitness programsand social events both inhouseand in the community;• A variety of areas for recreationand socializing, such asTV lounges, activity rooms,workshop, craft room, horticulturalcentre, hobby kitchen,games room, computerroom and library;• Fitness centre and swimmingpool;• Regular schedule of worshipservices and a dedicatedchapel.Premises• All accommodations andcommon areas are on one ortwo levels;• Fully wheelchair accessible;• Fully climate controlled;• Tasteful, well-maintainedfurnishings and décor;• Pleasant places to sit quietlyor in a group;• Landscaped grounds thatinclude paved pathways,benches, a sheltered patio,gardens and perhaps alsowater features.Safety and security• 24-hour, monitored emergencyresponse system insuiteand a mobile pendantor bracelet;• Smoke detectors andsprinkler system throughoutthe building;• Round-the-clock securitystaff and video surveillancecameras.Financial considerations• All-inclusive monthly rate,including utilities and parking;• Monthly credit if meals orhousekeeping and linen servicesare not taken;• Trial-stay plan.Retirement homes varyconsiderably in terms ofmonthly cost, size, amenitiesand services, which canmake choosing one difficult.If you or a loved oneis in the market for one,it’s important to go beyondlocation, curb appeal andadvertisements and take personaltours. Plan to visit severalplaces, and take a friendalong for a second opinion.Prepare questions in advanceand photocopy the list soyou can take a fresh one oneach tour and make notes.Insist on a thorough viewingof the facilities — askto see areas like the kitchenand laundry room if they’renot part of the standard tour.Talk to some residents tofind our how long they havebeen there and what they likeand dislike. Stay long enoughto get a feel for the place.Many residences advertise acomplimentary lunch or dinner— take them up on it.Immediately followinga visit, make detailednotes. Keep them in a folder,together with brochures,business cards and other relevantpaperwork.Before making a decision,consider a trial stay atthe place that appeals mostto you.Lisa M. Petsche is a clinicalsocial worker and freelancewriter specializing in boomerand senior issues.Renzo D. 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Page 6 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010September means autumn bounty, cooler weather and more activitiesSeptember is upon us! Schoolzones are in effect again, thenights are cooling off, andwe’re starting to look forwardto the bounty of autumn –pumpkin pie, canning, andfinally being able to turn thatoven on again after barbecuingall summer!As you turn your attentionindoors, consider turningsome of your time to theNorth Shore CommunityCentre (NSCC). There’ssomething for everyone startingup this fall, and you won’twant to miss the opportunityto get involved in somethinga little different!Everyone is excited tohave a repertoire of exerciseclasses ranging from light toheavy workouts for you to try.Whether you’re just lookingto keep your muscles limberor want to burn some seriouscalories, the centre’s got whatyou’re looking for! For thosemissing yoga instruction,try Gentle Nia classes.) Wiigames ($1), Gentle Nia ($7),and tai chi breathing ($3)are all nice and light exerciseclasses. Carpet Bowling ($3),social dance ($7) and the Old-Time Dance ($4) will get youmoving, while aerobics ($7),karobics ($7) and line dancingOut of EdenNow Providing CertifiedHome Support Services• daily living activities (bathing, dressing, etc.)• light housekeeping and food preparation• errands and respite services• servicing Kamloops and surrounding areaCall Sarah 250-318-5540 out05_augYour 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#420 - 546 St. Paul Street, Kamloops(250) 374-7495A member of theIndependent Living Complexfor ages 55+One-bedroom suitesfor leaseavailable now730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops, B.C.RETIREMENT LIVING AT ITS FINEST!“At the Heart of the North Shore”250-376-4777Fax: 250-376-4792dew01COT24_julyNews from North ShoreCommunity CentreBrenda Geisbrecht($7) will get you sweating!If you’re looking for somesomething a little more leisurely,the centre has thattoo! There’s Scrabble ($1,)cribbage ($2), HealingTouch (by donation) andsing-along ($1) that runweekly and are open to all.Or you can drop by thecommunity centre for yourmorning cup of coffee – foronly $1! The drop-in coffeeroom is open from 9 a.m. to4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Allare welcome.For more informationabout activities, check outthe NSCC website at nsccs.webs.com. There, you’ll finddescriptions of activities, the“highlights” of the month, anupdated calendar of eventsand much more.The NSCC will be havingtwo community dinnersstarting again this month– on the second Sundayand the last Tuesday of themonth. Tickets are $10 andcan be picked up in advanceat the front desk. Thesebuffet dinners include liveentertainment, 50/50 drawsand door prizes – a steal at$10 a person! And everyone’salready looking forward topie night again – homemadepie, coffee and live entertainment(with open dance floor)for only $3! These fundraisershelp support the activitiesat the NSCC, so hopefullyyou can make it!Welcome back to theGolden Serenadors who playregularly at the centre’s Old-Time Dances, this monthtaking place on Friday, Sept.24 from 2 to 4 p.m. Cost is$4, and the dance floor isopen! This live band playswell-known music from the‘20s and ‘30s. Refreshmentsare available by donation.And the centre’s monthlyflea markets are back. Thefirst one of the season will beSept. 11 from 8 a.m. to 12p.m. Tables can be reservedfor $5 from the front desk,and admission is by donation.We’d also like to highlighta business here at the NSCCthat many don’t know isoffered – Tom Haynes, otherwiseknown as the OldTime Barber, is availableto cut hair Tuesdays andWednesdays from 9 to 10a.m., and he only charges$10! Please phone ahead andbook an appointment at thefront desk at 250-376-4777.NSCC staff and volunteersappreciate your patronage verymuch, and hope you makethe North Shore CommunityCentre your second home asautumn gets underway!Antiques and Collectibles Sale coming next monthSubmitted by Brenda GiesbrechtNot too long ago, someonecame into the officeto donate items for theupcoming sixth annual FallAntiques and CollectiblesSale at the North ShoreCommunity Centre.I must confess I simplysaw the boxes of “old junk”being loaded into my officeas a nuisance to clean up assoon as our appraiser couldget through it all. However,my boss was so excited as hedug through the crumplednewspapers to discover differentitems he exclaimedover and showed me beforemoving on to the next item.One such item makingthe exclamation pile was afunny-looking silver metalcontraption with a turnhandle, in two pieces. All Isaw was scrap metal – honest.I thought to myself,“Wow – that looks heavy.Bet it could be recycled andwe could get a few bucks.”This funny-looking itemsat on the top of the filingcabinet in the “special” pile,but I didn’t have a chanceHome Support• Personal Care• Meal Prep• Laundry/Ironing• Light HousekeepingDiane RC/HSA250-374-6261LeeD01_augOffice Hours:Mon – Thurs9 a.m. – 2 p.m.Community Helping Seniorsto hear what it was. I wouldsoon be enlightened – andmore than once!As people have comeinto my office for one reasonor another, many wouldexclaim over the strangemetal contraption.“An old-fashionedmeat grinder! I rememberwhen…” I would hear timeand time again. The storiesranged from one womanwho used to grind meatwith her mom when shewas a little girl – and howmuch she hated that job –to men who spoke of grindingmoose, deer, chicken orbeef into sausage, and howthey enjoyed the processand the outcome.“We never wasted anything!”was a phrase thatpopped up in many conversationsabout the meat grinder,and I wondered yet againhow much my generationcould stand to learn fromthose who have gone before.103 – 540 Seymour St.Kamloops250.828.0600Community Assisting Local Seniors (C.A.L.S.)• Grocery Shopping • Information & Referrals •• Volunteers Assisting Seniors Through Life’s Transitions & Other Issues •• Volunteers Visiting Seniors •• Volunteers Always Welcome •sos18_mayAs people come in theoffice and ask, “Is that forsale? Because I’d be interestedin purchasing it,” Irealize that perhaps theways of old are not as lost asthey seem. Antiques reallydo have value. Because, asso many visitors in the lastweek have said, “They justdon’t make them like theyused to.”With that said, I’d liketo invite you to the NorthShore Community Centre’ssixth annual Fall Antiquesand Collectibles Sale onOct. 2 and 3 – where youcan purchase countlessitems made just the waythey used to make them!The sale runs Saturday from9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundayfrom 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Admission is $4.Hope to see you there –I know I’ll be there to seewhat things I can incorporateinto my life to emulate“the good ol’ days!”A little boy opened the big,old family Bible with fascinationand looked at theold pages as he turned them.Suddenly, something fell outof the Bible. He picked it upand looked at it closely.It was an old leaf from atree that had been pressed inbetween the pages.“Momma, look what Ifound,” The boy called out.“What have you got there,dear?” his mother asked.With astonishmentin the young boy’s voice,he answered. “I think itsAdam’s suit!”

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 7Peter Ian McArthurCertified Senior AdvisorPlaza Financial Partners Ltd.Insurance, Investments & MORE!970 Laval Cresent, Kamloops, BC V2C 5P5Ph: 250-374-7772 • Fax: 250-374-4797email: ian@plazafinancial.ca • www.plazafinancial.caCommunity Dinner 5 pm$10/ticket in advanceBuffet DinnerEveryone WelcomeLive Entertainment • 50/5026 27Prenatal Classes 2 pm Art Classes 9 amTap Dancing 9:30 amChronic Disease 9:30 amCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmGentle Nia 6:30 pmLine Dancing 7 pmpfp02_decLittleShop in theCornerDonna’sYarn & Craft CentreZ Anchor Tapestry WoolZ Yarns & Patterns Z Embroidery SuppliesZ Knitting Needles Z Crochet HooksZ Tatting Shuttles Z AlterationsWill try to fill special ordersOPEN: Mon. - Sat. 10 AM - 5 PMCLOSED: Sundays376-3381Fortune Shopping CentreNext to the Dollar StoreNorth Shore Community CentrePie Night 6 pmCommunity Dinner 5 pmOut of Eden 9 am 8dyc02_octA mother becomes a true grandmotherthe day she stops noticing the terrible thingsher children do because she is so enchantedwith the wonderful things her grandchildren do.~ Lois WyseFall 2010Day Trip Schedule182B Tranquille Road,Kamloops250-376-78781-877-414-4241Wednesday, September 1 Interior Provincial FairTake in B.C.’s largest agricultural fair in Armstrong. Cost: $65Depart Kamloops 9 – 10 a.m.Return between 4 – 5 p.m.Exact times & pick up/drop off locations to be confirmed.Lunch, all admission fees, taxes, gratuities are included.Payment required at time of reservation; Visa/Master or Debit cards accepted.Book early! Tour minimum is eight passengers.Don’t delay; our trips fill up quickly – you’ll miss a great trip!Call us at 250-376-7878 for more information.information@peopleinmotion.org • www.peopleinmotion.org452 – 730 Cottonwood Ave. Kamloops V2B 8M6Phone: 250-376-4777 • Fax: 250-376-4792 • E-mail nsccs@shaw.ca8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday • Dwight Hoglund, ManagerSeptember Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdaySixth Annual Fall Antique & Collectible SaleOctober 2 – 3Saturday 9 am – 4 pm • Sunday 9 am – 3 pmAdmission: $419Darts Tournament 9 am5All WelcomeClosedLabour Day12 13Art Classes 9 amTap Dancing 9:30 amChronic Disease 9:30 amCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmGentle Nia 6:30 pm20Art Classes 9 amTap Dancing 9:30 amChronic Disease 9:30 amCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmGentle Nia 6:30 pm6Out of Eden 9 am 7Old Time Barber 9 amWii Games 1 pmTai Chi Breathing 1 pmScrabble 2:30 pmOut of Eden 9 am 16 14Old Time Barber 9 amWii Games 1 pmTai Chi Breathing 1 pmHealing Touch 1 pmScrabble 2:30 pmAglow 7 pmOut of Eden 9 am 21Old Time Barber 9 amWii Games 1 pmTai Chi Breathing 1 pmHealing Touch 1 pmScrabble 2:30 pm28Old Time Barber 9 amWii Games 1 pmTai Chi Breathing 1 pmHealing Touch 1 pmScrabble 2:30 pmOld Time Barber 9 amTap Dancing 9:30 amRotary N. Lunch 12 pmCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmWeight Watchers 5 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmOld Time Barber 9 amTap Dancing 9:30 amRotary N. Lunch 12 pmCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmCotton Pickers 1 pmWeight Watchers 5 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pm15Old Time Barber 9 amTap Dancing 9:30 amRotary N. Lunch 12 pmCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmWeight Watchers 5 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pm1Out of Eden 9 am 22Old Time Barber 9 amTap Dancing 9:30 amRotary N. Lunch 12 pmCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmCotton Pickers 1 pmWeight Watchers 5 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmAwakenings Parenting 7 pm29Old Time Barber 9 amTap Dancing 9:30 amRotary N. Lunch 12 pmCarpet Bowling 12:30 pmWeight Watchers 5 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmAwakenings Parenting 7 pmDiabetic Clinic 9 amCottonwood Board 9 amCribbage 1 pmGerman Choir Practice 2 pmRotary Exec 5:30 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pm23Diabetic Clinic 9 amCribbage 1 pmChronic Disease 9:30 amGerman Choir Practice 2 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmSocial Dance Group 7 pm2Diabetic Clinic 9 amCribbage 1 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmVVO Lions Coffee 7 pm916Diabetic Clinic 9 amChronic Disease 9:30 amCribbage 1 pmDuplicate Bridge 7 pmVVO Lions Dinner 7 pmSocial Dance Group 7 pm30Diabetic Clinic 9 amCribbage 1 pmChronic Disease 9:30 amDuplicate Bridge 7 pmVVO Lions Exec. 7 pmSocial Dance Group 7 pmTai Chi Breathing10:15 amTai Chi Breathing10:15 amSing-along 10:30 am10Senior Old Time Dancewith the Golden Serenadors2 pm317Tai Chi Breathing10:15 amSing-along 10:30 amBCGREA 12 pmDarts Tournament 6 pm24Tai Chi Breathing10:15 amSing-along 10:30 amBCRTA 12 pmFleaMarket8 am – 12 pmpeo31_fallWeight Watchers 8:15 amWeight Watchers 8:15 am18Weight Watchers 8:15 amDarts Tournament 9 am41125Weight Watchers 8:15 amRent one of our conferencerooms for yourprivate function!Call 250-376-4777or email nsccs@shaw.ca

Page 8 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010While shopping for vacation clothes, a man and womanpassed the bathing suits display. It had been years and20 pounds since the woman had even considered buyinga bathing suit, so she sought her husband’s advice.“What do you think, Honey,” she asked. “Should I get abikini or an all-in-one?”“You’d better get a bikini,” he replied. “You’d never get itall in one.”The woman went on her Caribbean vacation alone asthe man recovered in intensive care . . .Comfort & Security in a Beautiful SettingWe have a vacancy in our nine-bed facility!Introducing a day program ~ limited spacesFor more information on our unique,home-style assisted living residence,call Darlene at 554-9244 or email acss@shaw.caacss04_septSubmitted by Heather CannellHere we are in September2010 already; it seems likeonly yesterday we were alltalking about the WinterOlympics and anticipatingthe games that took place inVancouver/Whistler. Nowwe’re looking at the fall of2010 and the coming eventshere at Desert Gardens!I find this time of the yearthe most beautiful with thecolours of the fall and theabundance of fruits and vegetablesfrom the gardens; itfeels like a time for new startsas we prepare for winter.Here at the center thereare a number of new programsstarting up and, ofcourse, the old favourites arecoming back after a summerbreak. Check the calendaror call the front desk at 250-372-5110 for information.Desert Gardens ready for fall fairTo kick off the fall withan incredible bang, theDesert Gardens Fall Fairtakes place Thursday, Sept.16, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Desert Gardens has beenworking closely with VistaCommunity Services andInterior Community Servicesto bring you an excitingfun-filled day. Everyoneis welcome to come enjoythe midway, cake walk, pokerwalk, view the exhibits, andto see the Kamloops WildLife Park personnel entertainingand educating everyonewith one of their animals.The Kiwanis will behere to barbecue a lunch outon the front patio. ThanksRoger Parkes for pulling thebarbecue together!The Thursday Night DinnerParties have been sucha huge success, and plansare underway to add TuesdayNight dinners startingon Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 5 p.m.The price will be $10 perperson, and reservations mustbe made by Monday at 4 p.m.If you have any particularethnic recipe you’d like ChefJohn to cook up and share,call Heather at the centre oremail desertgardens@hotmail.com,and we’ll try tomake it for you! We’d loveto start doing an InternationalDinner night, andwould love to hear requestsfrom you!New programs startingthis fall are square dancingand square dancing pluslevel with Merv and SandyMeyer. If you’d like to learn,or you are a seasoned dancer,plan to join the Meyerson either Wednesdayor Thursday evenings, justcheck the calendar in thispaper for classes and times.Desert Gardens GiantCrib tournaments beginSunday, Sept. 19, from 1 to3 p.m. Come join the crowdfor a great afternoon ofcrib – make sure you bringa partner. If you have anyquestions, call 250-851-4311for details.Many exercise classes areplanned for the fall, includingCardio Boot Camp forthose of you wanting a realwork out. This program willbegin in October, so staytuned for dates. As well, thepole walking program startsWednesday, Sept. 8, at 10a.m. Come join everyone fora refreshing walk around thetown.If you aren’t a memberof the community center,please sign up. Cost is only$15 per year for a great timeat Desert Gardens, plussome great dinners.Lunch on Myrtle Beach: $18Separated shoulder: $9,500Don’t take chances on your next trip.Protect yourself with BCAATravel Medical Insurance.Whether you’re going for a week, a month orlonger, your out-of-province trip could prove costlyif you fall sick or have an accident. So next time you go, protectyourself with BCAA’s Travel Medical Insurance. It could be themost important thing you take along.For more information, call 310-2345, visit bcaa.com/travelinsuranceor stop by your nearest BCAA office.Insurance is sold through BCAA Insurance Agency and is administered by NorthAmerican Air Travel Insurance Agents Ltd., d.b.a. Travel Underwriters, a licensedinsurance broker. 11th Floor, 6081 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC Canada V6Y 2B2.Insurance is underwritten by Industrial Alliance Pacific Insurance and FinancialServices Inc. and certain Lloyd’s Underwriters, severally and not jointly.bcaa_genesis_septTwo little old ladies were sittingon a park bench outsidethe local town hall where aflower show was in progress.One leaned over and said,"Life is so boring. We never haveany fun anymore. For $5 I'dtake my clothes off and streakthrough that flower show!""You're on!" said the otherold lady, holding up a $5 note.The first old lady slowlyfumbled her way out ofher clothes and completelynaked, streaked (as fast asan old lady can) through thefront door of the flower show.Waiting outside, her friendsoon heard a huge commotioninside the hall followedby loud applause and shrillwhistling. Finally, the smilingand naked old lady camethrough the exit door surroundedby a cheering, clappingcrowd."What happened?" askedher waiting friend."I won first prize for 'BestDried Arrangement’!"Sunday, Sept. 191 – 3 pmAuxiliary holds raffleat country fairI hope summer has treatedyou all as well asit’s treatedme. Summer is all about sunand hot weather – and as Iturn on the air conditionerthese days, I think aboutmy early working years – ahot office, wearing a suit, nofan, no air conditioner – andsomehow we survived.I look forward to thecoming of fall and the wayMother Nature changes thecolours of our earth.The Desert GardensLadies Auxiliary has had alazy summer; it seems mosthave taken holidays or havehad company. Myself, I had aholiday at the Coast and familyvisiting. Now it’s time toprepare for the Desert GardensFall Fair on Thursday,Desert GardensCommunity CentreGiant CribGARDENSCOMMUNITY CENTREpresents540 Seymour St. 250-372-5110des57_giant cribDesert GardensLadies AuxiliaryGloria MartinSept. 16, starting at 10 a.m.The auxiliary will beholding a raffle, but thistime it’ll be something abit different. Bill MacKinnon,who’s 80, has donatedan afghan he crocheted; thiswill be the raffle’s first prize.Second prize will be a largehandmade doily, while thirdprize will be a fall table decoration.The auxiliary will alsohave a bake sale (tarts thistime) and a guessing gameto enter.A thank-you to Marionfor all the work and effortshe puts into planting andmaintaining the beautifulback flower bed. We allappreciate your hard work.“Beauty in the alley.”Starting Wednesday, Sept.1, Ye Olde Gift Shoppewill be back to regular openhours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Don’t forget to bring thefamily to the fall fair onSept. 16. See you there.

Page 10 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010Into the homestretch to the Seniors GamesBC Seniors Games Zone 8Submitted by Linda HaasThe preparation is nearlydone. Two hundred twentytwopeople aged 55-plus areready to travel to VancouverIsland to challenge 11 otherzones, as well as each other,for the right to stand on thepodium, and the privilegeof mixing with like-mindedindividuals who see eachday as an opportunity to livetheir lives to the fullest. Participantsare competitive, nodoubt, but the competitionsgive rise to more friendshipsand renew those formed inyears gone by.In Campbell River, 12events take place over 15venues. In the Comox Valley,16 events are spreadover 19 venues. Most eventshave multiple contests withinthem, allowing seniors avariety of chances to displaytheir talents.Remember, accreditationtakes place only atCourtenay’s Vanier Secondary,4830 HeadquartersRd. Those registeredfor any event taking placeon Wednesday must registerbetween 5 and 10 p.m.on Tuesday, Sept.14, whilethose starting Thursday orlater must register before 10p.m. on Wednesday, excludingduring the opening ceremoniesat the CampbellRiver Strathcona Gardens.Remember, also, that ferrytraffic will be fierce onTuesday and Wednesday, ascompetitors and supporterspour onto the Island tomeet their deadlines.The annual Zone 8 BCSeniors Games picnic andrally took place on Aug.7 in Turtle Valley, Chase.Since rain was a possibility,Tony Haas erected an enormoustarp that became thepre-picnic entertainment aspeople helped string it overa rope and tie it to trees andthe farm tractor. As ever,seniors are resourceful, helpfuland cheerful, even whenfaced with a daunting task.After a yummy lunch ofbeef on a bun, corn and awonderful potluck of saladsand desserts, the famousbeanbag baseball gameunfolded with intense concentration,interrupted bymuch laughter and goodnaturedribbing. By a mereone-run margin, the winningteam included Susanand John Hind, Bill andJudy Zmaeff, Tony Haasand Hellen Bryron, who getto keep the coveted trophyuntil next year. Of course, itdidn’t rain and the sunshinematched everybody’s disposition.The AGM with electionof officers will be Oct. 21 atthe Anavets hall, 444 TranquilleRd. Members maynominate someone for president,second vice-presidentor zone director by callingLinda Haas at 250-679-3557 or at the meeting.Following the meetingwill be a fundraiser lunchprovided by the Anavetschefs. The barbecued chickenand steak are deliciousand the company outstanding.For tickets, see membersor call Linda at 250-679-3557 before Oct. 15.The next meeting, oneweek later than normaldue to date conflict withthe Games, is Sept. 23 atthe Anavets hall at 10 a.m.Those who won medalsat the Games should wearthem.Fisherman’s PrayerI pray that I may live to fishUntil my dying day.And when it comes to my last castI then most truly pray:That in the Lord’s great landing netAnd peacefully asleep,That in His mercy I may be judged,Big enough to keep. AmenThe Nicest Patioin TownOverlookingthe RiverThe PatioIs Open!Come down andcheck out ournightly specials250-372-15221502 River StreetOpen Seven Days a Week at 3:30 pmProud to Sponsor Hidden HeroesHidden Heroes Enter To WinDo you know someone who’s really made adifference in your community? Nominate avolunteer in your community to be featured as amonthly “Hidden Hero.”Featured Hero will be showcased in Senior Connector andwill receive a gift certificate for $50 for Storms Restaurant.The person who nominates the featured Hero will receivea $25 Storms Restaurant gift certificate.All submissions must be received at the Senior Connector by the 20th of each month. Submissionscan be sent by mail to Box 729, Kamloops, BC, V2C 5M4, by fax to 250-374-8802 or by e-mail toeditor@seniorconnector.comSubmissions must include the name, address and contact number of both the proposed Hero and theperson submitting their name, and must include, in 50 words or less, why the person deserves to be ourHidden Hero of the month.All submissions should be marked “Hidden Hero Feature.”Those chosen to be featured must agree to have their photo and story published in the Senior Connector.The final decision on the hero for each month will be at the sole discretion of the managing editor of theSenior Connector and all decisions are final. Winners will be interviewed by Senior Connector staff.All entries become the property of the Senior Connector and those not selected will be kept and considered forfuture editions.sto01_mayKeeping your balance when the investment world turnsYou’re probably aware that the investmentworld seems somewhat “out ofbalance” lately. Following a year ofsteady gains, the stock market hasdropped, and day-to-day price swingshave been extreme. Over in Europe,debt problems have gripped severalnations, leading to severe budget cutsand austerity measures.Meanwhile, here at home, our fasterthan-expectedeconomic rebound maylead the Bank of Canada (BoC) to startraising short-term interest rates in thesecond half of 2010. As an investor,how can you make sense of all this?For starters, don’t be alarmed by anyof these events. Consider the stock market’srecent performance. While it wascertainly nice to see the market keep onrising, it wasn’t typical – in fact, we generallyexperience stock market declinesmore than once a year, so the recentdownturn marked more of a return to“normalcy” than anything else. 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September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 11Love those pearsIt’s September, and the summeris beginning to winddown. September was alsothe month of my father’sbirthday in 1882 – Sept. 13.Because people were moresuperstitious back then, hisbirthday was celebrated onSept. 9. A lot of good thechange did him; he wasunlucky all his life.He was such a kind, gentleman but such an unrealisticdreamer. In his mind,though, he had achieved hisfondest dream, that of owninghis own land. However, Idon’t think that selling shirtsin a gentleman’s furnishingshop in Birmingham,England, prepared him forbeing a rancher or a farmerin Canada.If it hadn’t been for mymom, whose middle namewas “Practicality,” we wouldhave starved to death in ourrags.September was Dad’sfavourite month, when pears,his favourite fruit, wereplentiful. He always carrieda pocket knife, and I can seehim now, sitting on a stump,carefully peeling a pear, cuttingit in slices and carryingeach slice to his mouth onthe knife’s blade.Mom bottled quarts andquarts of them, but I haveto agree with Dad; pears arebest eaten fresh. Pears aretricky. You have to eat themjust at the right time... ripe,yet not over ripe.Serve them with a pieceof sharp cheddar or awarmed Brie or Camembertand you have a dessert fit fora king.Firm pears, peeled andcored, may be added to agreen salad.Or follow this recipe.Greens and Pear Saladwith Poppy Seed DressingPlace in a shallow bowl:8 cups mixed greensScatter over top:1 ripe Bartlett or Anjou pear,peeled, cored and cut intoFood forThoughtEnid Damerthin slices1/4 cup walnut pieces, toasted2 tbsp dried cranberriesCombine:3 tbsp vegetable oil2 tbsp rice vinegar (or substitution)1 tbsp pure maple syrup2 tsp Dijon mustard2 tsp poppy seedsWhisk to blend well anddrizzle over salad. Gentlytoss to lightly coat everything.Sprinkle with 2 tbspcrumbled goat cheese andserve.There are endless waysof combining pears withother fruits in a fruit salad.Because pears have a delicateflavour, be careful not tocombine them with strongflavours such as oranges,grapefruit or bananas. Theymix well with peaches, seedlessgrapes, honeydew melonand pitted sweet cherries.To make a successful fruitsalad, the fruit must all be intheir prime of ripeness. Forthe best flavour, serve it atroom temperature.You might try this dressing.Yogurt Dressing forFruit Salad1 cup plain yogurt2 – 3 tbsp brown sugar orhoneya squeeze of fresh lemonjuicea pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon(optional)Combine everything andfold fruit into the dressing.Here’s a variation on anold favourite.Apple, Pear andCranberry Crisp3/4 cup plus 1 tbsp flour3/4 cup plus 1 tbsp brownsugar1/2 cup rolled oats1/2 cup cold butter3 apples, cored, peeled andsliced2 pears, cored, peeled andsliced1/2 cup frozen cranberriesIn a bowl, combine 3/4cup flour, 3/4 cup brownsugar and rolled oats. Cutin butter until it resemblescoarse meal. Lightly butteran 8 x 8 inch baking dish.Place fruit in the dish andtoss with the remaining flourand brown sugar. Top withoat mixture. Bake at 400degrees for 30 to 35 minutesor until fruit is tenderand top golden. Let standfive minutes and serve warmwith a scoop of vanilla icecream.If I have a lot of pearsthat need using quicklybefore they become overripe,I make pear honey. It’sa very old recipe made withoutCerto.Pear Honey5 cups pears cut very fine1 cup crushed pineapple5 cups sugargrated rind and juice of 1lime or 1 lemon1 tbsp (yes, tablespoon)powdered gingerCombine in a large pot,bring to a boil, then cook atlow heat 35 to 40 minutes.Stir constantly (well, almostconstantly, it burns easily)until the preserve is clearand thick. Pour into jellyjars and cover with parawaxwhile still hot.So much for pears, let’smove on to October andapples. I hope you’re enjoyingall the wonderful fruitsat the market!Southern gospel music concertSubmitted by Allen HernOn Friday, Sept. 17, at 7 p.m., the publicis invited to enjoy a concert of Southerngospel music at First Baptist Church, 454Columbia St.Two excellent groups will not onlyentertain, but also bless the audience withtheir acoustic guitars and spirited vocals.Although the groups are being broughtto First Baptist by our seniors’ gatherings,this heart-warming music will lift thespirits of both younger and older folk andis open to people of all ages who enjoysouthern gospel and bluegrass music. Afree will offering will be received.Led by Pastor Allen and Sheila Hern,the seniors’ gatherings at First Baptist areabout to begin for another year. These areheld on the second and fourth Tuesdays ofeach month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.The program includes a singing time, avaried special feature presenting a wide varietyof topics of interest and value to thoseaged 55 and older, humour and humorousactivities, a good devotion and a preparedlunch. The 65 to 80 people in attendancecome from several different churches andinclude some with no church background.Lunch is provided by donation.Bus trips in September and lateNovember take participants to beautifulSunnybrae Bible Camp on the ShuswapLake for a special program and a greatlunch. One longer bus trip in the springprovides the opportunity to visit places ofinterest at a greater distance. There is acharge for these bus trips.The first of these programs will be presentedTuesday, Sept. 14, at 10:30 a.m. Allseniors are invited to attend but to helporganizers be adequately prepared, thosenew to the group are requested to callAllen or Sheila Hern at 250-376-1607.Looking to buy or sell in 2010?For Real Estate Results in Kamloops, callEd BarkerOffice/Pager: 250-374-3331Toll Free: 1-877-374-3331Fax: 250-828-9544E-mail: edbarker@remax.netEd Barker258 Seymour St.Independently Owned and OperatedFor caring, friendly real estate servicecall ED at RE/MAX 250-374-3331www.edbarker.comLocally owned & operatedLicensed to OperateLansdowne Villagebed09_julyTalk To your family,Then Talk To usWills • Powers of attorney • living WillsEnjoy peace of mind; ensure your wishes aremet. 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manph05_aprPage 12 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010Novel medicinal therapies for type two diabetesMissagh ManshadiB.Sc. PharmPharmacist/OwnerHealth MattersLaura Burgess, B.Sc. PharmCertified Diabetes EducatorMANSHADIPHARMACYPrescriptions, Medication Compunding,Medication Review, Diabetes SpecialistU Free Prescription Delivery in Kamloops UFree Daily A1C Blood Glucose Lab Result ($20 value)Trusted Advice, Wholesome Care477 St. Paul Street, Kamloops • 250-372-2223P I C K U P T H EP H O N E !Seniors Outreach Service Societyin conjunction with Canada Safewaywill help you do your shopping.There is no extra charge!FREE!Service available to Seniors in need ofassistance, Shut-Ins, and Disabled onlyPick Up The Phone & PlaceYour Grocery & Prescription Orders.(Minimum $35 Please)Sahali314-0091314-0092Every Thursday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.Recently there have been twonovel medications releasedthat work by a completelydifferent mechanism thanany of the current availablemedication therapies availablein Canada for type 2diabetics. I will review thesenewer agents to see if theymay be a good treatmentoption for you to discuss withyour physician. Don’t forget,that with all medication therapy,diet and exercise are stillthe basis upon which medicationshould be added.Januvia (sitagliptin) andVictoza (liraglutide) are bothapproved for use in Canada intype 2 diabetics that haven’tmaintained adequate controlwith diet and exercise aloneand with metformin or metforminand a sulfonylurea (e.g.glyburide). They both workby enhancing a normal hormonalresponse in the body toimprove blood sugars. Whenwe eat, our body produceshormones called incretins,which tell our pancreas tosecrete insulin and delays gastricemptying, signaling to ourbrains that we’re full. Normally,these effects of incretinsare short lived, as we haveenzymes in our bodies thatquickly break them down.This is where these new medicationsare able to help.Victoza is a modified versionof a natural human incretinthat’s specifically designedto last longer in our bodies,thereby enhancing our pancreaticreaction to food anddecreasing the appetite. Victozais given once daily throughsubcutaneous injection. As itsaction in the body is dependenton food being present, itdoesn’t cause low blood sugar.It’s been shown to lowerA1C by one to 1.5 per centand also helps with weightloss (3.8 kg). The advantagesof Victoza are that it’s dosedonce daily and has relativelylow side effects, the mostcommon being mild to moderatetransient nausea duringthe first few weeks of therapy.This is often overcome bystarting with a low dose andincreasing it gradually. TheNorth Shore376-5447376-5457Available at: Sahali & North Shore Safeway, Kamloops.For more information, Please Call: 828-0600Laura BurgessB.Sc. PharmPharmacistCertified Diabetes EducatorSahali 374-2811North Shore 376-8439saf01disadvantages of Victoza arethat it’s administered by injectionis expensive ($5/day).Januvia works by preventingthe breakdown of thenatural incretins in our bodies.It’s given orally once daily.It’s generally well toleratedwith its most common sideeffect being irritation of thenasal passages. When usedalone or with metformin, ithas a relatively low incidenceof low blood sugar, but canincrease the risk if used witha sulfonylurea (e.g. glyburide).It’s been shown to have similarA1C lowering effects to asulfonylurea when added tometformin. Its benefit over asulfonylurea is that it doesn’tcause weight gain. The disadvantageof Januvia is it’s alsoexpensive ($3/day).Unfortunately, both thesemedications aren’t coveredthrough BC Pharmacare,but most third party plansdo cover them. If you haveany questions about theappropriateness of either ofthese medications and therole they could play in yourspecific treatment regime(e.g. contraindications, druginteractions), don’t hesitateto make an appointmentwith me and I’d be happy todiscuss this with you.20102011Guest soloistolivia martin, BassoonBeethovensymphony #8MozartConcerto for Bassoonand orchestraMozartsymphony #40TICKETS kamloops live! Box office250-374-5483 or 1-866-374-5483kaMloopssyMphonyBruce Dunn Music DirectorClearly Classicaloctober 2, 2010 • saturday 7:30 pmsagebrush TheatreSponSorEd ByKALS fall coursesKamloops Adult Learners Society (KALS) offers the followingcourses for seniors:Astronomy: Tuesdays, Sept. 21 to Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.Rehabilitating Paul: Fridays, Oct. 15 to Nov. 5, 10 a.m. to12 p.m.How did God learn to be God: Mondays Oct. 18 to Nov.22, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.Introduction to myth and classical mythology: Wednesdays,Oct. 6 to Nov. 24, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.Aboriginal self-government: Tuesday Sept. 21, 10 a.m. to12 p.m.NATO and the break-up of Yugoslavia: Tuesday, Sept. 28and Oct. 5, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.Our Kamloops environment: Mondays, Sept. 13 to Oct. 4.Big Little Science Center: Friday, Sept. 17 at 9:45 a.m.Hi tech for lo brows: Thursdays, Oct. 7 to 28, 10 a.m. to12 p.m.Jack and Jane’s Film Club: Fridays Oct 29 to Dec. 17,9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.Effective speaking: Thursdays, Sept. 16 to Oct. 21, 1 to 3 p.m.Introduction to Paganism: Thursdays, Nov. 4 to 25, 1 to 3 p.m.Political Science: Tuesdays, Sept. 21 to Oct. 19, 1 to 3 p.mCriminology: Wednesdays, Sept. 15 to Oct. 20, 1 to 3 p.m.Absolute basic computer: Wednesdays, Sept. 15 to Oct. 6,12:30 to 2:30 p.m.Beyond basic computer: Wednesdays, Nov. 10 to Dec. 1,12:30 to 2:30 p.m.Introduction to MS Word: Thursdays, Oct. 7 to 28, 10a.m. to 12 p.m.Introduction to Scottish country dancing: Thursdays, Oct. 7to 28, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.The majority of courses are at the Henry Grube Centre.To register, and for a more detailed course outline, visitwww.kals.ca or phone KALS at 250-819-5153. KALSmembership is $15 a year. Course registration will be heldon Thursday, Aug. 26, from 1 to 4 p.m. and Monday Aug.30, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Seniors InformationCentre in Northills Shopping Centre.InformaTIon kamloops symphony250-372-5000 www.kamloopssymphony.comSubmitted by Charlotte LuetkehoelterA survival kitfor everydaylifeSubmitted by Gus StankovenToothpick: to remind youto pick out the good qualitiesin others.Rubber band: to remindyou to be flexible; thingsmay not always go the wayyou want, but it will work.Pencil: to remind you tolist your blessings every day.Eraser: to remind you thateveryone makes mistakes,and it’s okay.Bandage: to remind you toheal hurt feelings, yours orsomeone else’s.Chewing gum: to remindyou to stick with it and youcan accomplish anything.Mint: to remind you thatyou’re worth a mint.Candy kiss: to remind youthat everyone needs a kissor a hug every day.Tea bag: to remind you torelax daily and reflect on allthe positive things in yourlife.

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 13No Child Without program provideschildren vital medical informationBubba’s sister, Betsy, was pregnant andwas involved in a car crash that left her ina deep coma. After nearly six months, sheawoke from her coma to realize she wasno longer pregnant. Frantically she askedthe doctor about her baby.“You had twins, Betsy, a boy and a girl,”the doctor told her. “The babies are fine.Your brother came in and named them.”“Oh, no!” Betsy thought to herself. “NotYour Voicein OttawaCathy McLeod, MPI’d like to take this opportunityto inform all Kamloopsresidents of a very worthyprogram.The No Child Without(NCW) program is operatedby the Canadian MedicAlertFoundation (CMAF),a national registered charitythat has been operating fornearly half a century, andserves more than one millionmembers.The foundation providesemergency medical informationservices linked braceletsand watches.Children, our society’smost vulnerable members,need protection in a medicalemergency, whether at homeor at school. The NCWprogram, as a division ofMedicAlert, ensures that allelementary school childrenhave access to vital MedicAlertinformation free ofcharge to participating families,schools and educationalboards. Each child enrolled inthe NCW program receivesa customized MedicAlertbracelet and membershipcoverage until his/her 14thbirthday.No Child Without operatesthrough registeredschools across Canada;Uncle Bubbato date, more than 5,000schools across the countryare registered.I’d like to urge parents,grandparents, school administratorsand school boardtrustees to ensure that theirschools register with theprogram. Information on theprogram and the applicationprocess can be found on theNo Child Without website,www.nochildwithout.ca.In conclusion, I’m pleased toreport our government’s continuedsupport for MedicAlert’sNo Child Without program.Finance Minister Jim Flahertymade the pledge on behalf ofour government last month inDurham, in the presence ofrepresentatives from the CanadianMedicAlert Foundation,as well as local school boardmembers representing schoolsacross Canada.Bubba. He’s an idiot!”Expecting the worse, she ask the doctor,“What’s the girl’s name?”“Denise,” replied the doctor.“I really like the name Denise. It’s abeautiful name,” Betsy said. “I guess Iwas wrong about my brother. What’s theboy’s name?”The doctor paused before answering,“Denephew.”“Mr. Clark, I’ve reviewed this case verycarefully,” said the divorce court judge. “AndI’ve decided to give your wife $775 a week.”Making Health & Happiness a Way of Life!The Hamlets at Penticton Westsyde is a unique community designed for individualsand couples seeking quality assisted living or complex care. The distinctivedesign of The Hamlets, with its well-appointed rooms and many exceptionalservices and amenities, promotes socialization and offers the necessarysupport to help each resident live their life to the fullest.At the Hamlets you can look forward to:❏ Time to Relax with family and friends and not have the worry ofcleaning or, home maintenance!❏ Peace of Mind with knowing that there are 24 hr onsite staffworking hard to meet your needs.❏ Great Social Life with numerous scheduled activities to promotefriendship and fitness.DO YOU HAVE BACK PAIN?A NON-surgICAl, drug-frEE & effECtIVEprocedure to alleviate low back pain & neck painDesigned for:“That’s very fair, your honour,” answeredMr. Clark. “And every now and then I’ll tryto send her a few bucks myself.”For more information,or to book a tour please call us at:250-490-8503250-579-9061or visit our website atwww.TheHamletsAtPenticton.comwww.TheHamletsAtWestsyde.comWhen booking a tour please be sure toconsider booking a time for you and a guestto enjoy a complimentary meal.Sciatica • Herniated Dics •Degenerative Discs •Slipped DiscsAs results may vary from patient to patient, call todayto see if spinal decopmpression therapy is right for youVisit www.KamloopsBackSolutions.comor call 250-374-6839ham09_feb

Page 14 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010RiverBend Manor will house Thrupp Manor residents and moreHILLSIDEL O F T ST h e N a t u r a l C h o i c e f o r U r b a n L i v i n gArtist’s conceptual drawing of RiverBend Seniors CommunityFrom page 1The RiverBend SeniorsCommunity consists of twocomponents: RiverBendSuites, a 99-unit condominiumcomplex for sale or lease toseniors 55 years or older; andculos15_jlofts_uneRiverBend Manor, a 66-unitlow income rental housingcomplex for seniors 55 yearsand older. Of the 66 units, 60will be studio suites for singlepersons while six will be onebedroomsuites for couples.Suites will include a smallfridge and a designated spacefor a microwave, which residentsmust bring themselves.RiverBend Manor will bea wheelchair accessible andsmoke-free facility providingmeals and snacks, weeklyroom cleaning, bed linen andtowel service, and access tolaundry facilities on everyfloor as well as shared commonareas, including a gamesroom, library, complete withcomputers, activity room andmedia room, and planned outingand excursions, as well asa planned nature trail. Therewill also be a private diningroom for private functions ona fee for service through thekitchen as well as a hair salon,also on a fee for service basis.Thrupp Manor residentswill be offered accommodationat the new facility as wellas those presently on the association’swait list. Room andboard rates for some unitswill be tied to income levelswhere the rental portion willbe a percentage of the tenant’sgross monthly income.And, because that rateis more often than not lessthan the actual rental costs,the Thrupp Manor Associationwill begin fundraisingin earnest to hopefully establishan endowment fund tohelp make up the differencebetween what the potentialresident can reasonably affordto pay and the actual rentalcost. All donations are taxdeductable from the registeredcharitable organization.The fund would also beused to help maintain andrepair the facility, replaceequipment as required andpay staffing costs. Presently,Thrupp Manor has 12 fullandpart-time staff and thatnumber would double to 24at RiverBend Manor.The association expects totake possession of the newfacility on May 1, 2011, 43years, almost to the day, afterthe present Thrupp Manorwas officially opened.To donate to or for informationon the Thrupp ManorAssociation and RiverBendManor, contact associationexecutive director Don Craftat Thrupp Manor, 591 RoyalAve., Kamloops, B.C.V2B3P8, or 250-376-6536.Veterans needindividualassistanceFrom page 1L A N D M A R KO N Ecul13_landmarkone_febsaid it’s cheaper if ourarmed forces members dierather get injured should besummarily fired.The general feeling aboutVeterans Affairs is that whenyou apply for assistanceyou’ll be denied and youthen have to appeal the decision.Many appeals result inthe veteran getting what theyrequested (or at least part ofit), and the ombudsman isthe only resource available toa veteran if the appeal fails.To propose blanket lumpsum payments is ludicrous,as we all know that timesand circumstances changeand no one can see into thefuture to know what assistancewill be needed later.Pensions have been aroundfor many years, and for goodreason! They allow the personto have some stabilityinto the future, which,if nothing else, gives themsome peace of mind.This is the very least weowe to our veterans, all veterans.

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 15Curling club receives donations for AEDThe Kamloops 55-plus SeniorCurling Club was the recentrecipient of a number of donationsthat were used towardthe purchase of an AED (defibrillator)for the KamloopsCurling Club. Donationswere received from the KamloopsElks Lodge #44, KamloopsKiwanis Club, KamloopsKinsmen K-40 Club, CIBCretirees and the KamloopsBlazers Sport Society.The seniors curling clubthanks not only these groupsfor their generous donationsbut also thank the City ofKamloops Parks, Recreationand Cultural Services, withspecial appreciation to theaquatics department, for settingup and training. Alsothanks to the KamloopsCurling Club for acceptingthe AED and for the members’overall support includingproviding refreshmentsand lunch after the trainingsessions.Senior denied department store credit cardEditor:On Thursday, July 29, my85-year-old father and Iwent to the Kamloops Searsstore to make a purchase.The cashier told us that ifhe applied for a Sears card,he would have $10 taken offhis purchase. So, he applied.My father lives in Berwickon the Park, he doesn’town a car and he doesn’tdrive. However, he has agood income and has, upuntil now, chosen Sears asSubmitted photoThe heARts HAve it. Kamloops Kiwanis Club member Bob Taylorpresents Kamloops 55-plus Senior Curling Club treasurer witha donation towards the AED that has been set up in the KamloopsCurling Club.Letter to the Editorhis preference for shopping.Sears required I.D. inorder to issue the card. Myfather presented (1) a BMOBank of Montreal Master-Card; (2) a handyPass forhandyDart with his photoon it, and (3) a VeteransAffairs Canada HealthIdentification Card (he’s aSecond World War navyveteran).To our surprise this wasnot sufficient to issue hima card. My mother passedaway two years ago and hada Sears card for most ofher life. The reason givenfor the denial was that Daddidn’t have a driver’s licensewith his photo on it.I believe Sears was grosslyunfair and insulting toall seniors who don’t drive.Having read a recent articleon Sears’ shoddy warrantyprogram, it seems to metheir customer service is inneed of an overhaul!Brenda SleightholmeKamloopsSubmitted photoBeAUty IN the PARK. May Laitinen, Bev Roberts, Ruby Crossley, Myrtle Westfall and RheaDelisle, residents of the Shores Retirement Residence, take a break from Music in the Park tosoak up some spectacular Kamloops scenery.How to stay young• Throw out nonessentialnumbers. This includes age,weight and height. Let thedoctors worry about them.That’s why you pay them.• Keep only cheerful friends.The grouches pull you down.• Keep learning. Never let thebrain idle. An idle mind isthe devil’s workshop, and thedevil’s name is Alzheimer’s.• Enjoy the simple things.• Laugh often, long and loud.• Don’t sweat the pettythings, and don’t pet thesweaty things.Providing Preventative, Restorative,Cosmetic and Family DentistryDr. Barry DextrazeGeneral PractitionerAsk us about:Dental ImplantsZOO M ! Whitening SystemNew PatientsWelcome!Free Parking#21 Fortune Shopping Centre • 376-5354email: drdex@kamloops.net • www.drdextraze.comdex08_mayProfessional Nursing and Home Support24 hour service • 7 days a week• Personal care • Homemaking and cleaning• Meal preparation • Companion care• Foot care services • Drug and Alcohol Testing• Flu Immunization ClinicsCelebrating8 Yearsin KamloopsSept. 23, 2010Call Us ForA Free In-HomeAssessmentKAMLOOPS250-851-2911200 – 418 St. Paul St. www.wecare.cawcs24_may

Page 16 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010Submitted photoSenior Star. Sheri Lewchewski (second from left) is all smiles after she was declared the Senior Star at the RenaissanceRetirement Residence. She and fellow contestants performed in front of a full house on June 17. Lewchewski’s win qualifiedher to compete in the provincial Senior Star competition in Vancouver. The Chartwell Seniors Housing Reit group sponsorsthe annual talent competition with the ten best competing in Toronto for the top spot. Last year’s national winner was Kamloops’own Jeanne Rodrigue.55-plus Kamloops Senior Swimmers meet Mondays andWednesdays, 8 to 9 a.m. at the YMCA/YWCA. Call Elizabeth,250-573-2818.Kamloops Floor Curling at Heritage House in RiversidePark Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m.to 12 p.m. year round. No extra equipment required. Permitparking for members. New members welcome anytime. Drop in or call 250-376-0917 or 250-374-7448.Ruth’s AppointmentCalendar UsedTo Be The TVGuideC.N. Pensioners Crib Night at Parkview Activity Centre,500 McDonald Ave., every second Thursday at 7 p.m.Everyone welcome. Call 250-579-5607 or 250-372-3634.Bridge at Desert Gardens. Enjoy your favourite hand ofcards every Tuesday, 1 to 3 p.m. New players welcome. Partnernot required. Call 250-372-5110 or Jean 250-372-0991.Also come out and enjoy a hand of Crib on Fridays.The flowers are bloomingand it’s just beautiful.The gardens are starting toproduce all – all the joys ofsummer. We’re also enjoyingapricots and plums. Some ofthe ladies are busy makingjam. Now we just have tokeep ourselves cool.Back to school 101One of the hardest thingsto do as a family is geteveryone organized aftereight weeks of summerholidays. Even though parentsare ecstatic to get theirchildren (and themselves)back into a routine, it’s adefinite challenge for allconcerned. Here are a fewhelpful hints to assist yourfamily make the transition asuccess (without pulling outyour hair).You may want to considergetting your childrento bed at an earliertime two to three weeks inadvance before the start ofthe school year as it will bedifficult at any age to getup at an early hour whenthey’re used to sleeping in.Long days, lack of sleep anda steep learning curve is arecipe for a cranky kid.My mom alwayspreached that a healthy dietequalled a healthy mind…I rolled my eyes at the time,but now I’m a convertedbeliever! Our five-year-oldbehaves much better withless sugar and more nutrition.Surf the Internet andyou’d be amazed at the literaturethat supports thetheory.Going back to school canbe pricey. Clothes, backpacksand school suppliesKim Watt-Sennercan be an expensive venture.While we’re all tempted tobe organized and purchaseprior to the start of school,we typically overspend withitems that our children reallydon’t need.Every child will be senthome a list during the firstweek of school (Kindergartenthrough Grade 12) andsometimes, required itemscan be purchased through theschool at a discounted rate.Back to school is notonly stressful on childrenbut also on Mom and Dad.Grandparents can help thefamily in a substantial wayby offering child minding,transport or some sort offinancial contribution.Kids love to get a specialsomething from Grandpaor Grandma in the mail ifnot in person. And don’tforget… homemade chocolatechip cookies in a lunchbag is the ultimate best!Glenfair prepares for annual craft saleSubmitted by E, JackGlenfair NewsSimple OrganizationLots of residents havebeen away on holidays.On Sept. 5, at 5 p.m.,Come out and enjoy thebarbecue for only $5.Oct. 16 is Glenfair’sannual craft and bake sale.Too book a table or forinformation, call Anne at778-471-4709.Belated birthday wishesto residents celebratingbirthdays in August: GwenW, Herb C, Frances B, KayT and Tom A.Birthday wishes residentscelebrating Septemberbirthdays: Keith C, LindaV, Minnie G, Lawrence G,Dennis B, Erna O, Lorrainem, Kay W and Marcel M.Brown SugarCashew FudgeNow her calendar is fullNow that Ruth lives in a Chartwellresidence, She’s learned how to usethe game system instead of the TVremote control and every day is filledwith new friends and experiences.628 Tranquille Rd.Kamloops, BCJoin us for anAfternoonFUN WITH JEWELRYDanceThursday,Sept 10July 22 • 2:00pmwith Full HouseSeptJewelry23fashion show withwith Carl Mclaughlin5th Avenue Jewelry.2 p.m. Refreshments providedCall 250-376-5363www.chartwellreit.caren33_septsupportive/assisted living at its best• Care aide on site 24/7• Scheduled foot care• 3 Nutritional meals daily• Spacious rooms with scenic views• Daily social & recreational activities• Guest entertainers• Friday Happy Hour• Community outing in our bus• Studio suites, 1 & 2 bedroomsShuswap Lodge 200 TCH SW Box 1480 Salmon Arm B.C. V1E 4P6250-832-7081 • www.shuswaplodgerr.comshu08_mayLine a 9-inch square panwith foil and grease with 11/2 tsp. butter.In a heavy saucepan, combine1 cup brown sugar, 1/2cup evaporated milk, 2 tbsplight corn syrup, 1/4 cup butter.Cook on medium heatuntil sugar is dissolved. Thenboil for 5 minutes. Stir constantly.Remove from heat.Gradually ad 2 1/2 cupsconfectioners sugar. Mix well.Add 2 cups chopped cashesand spread in pan. Cool. Cutin squares. Yummy!

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 17Senior citizens targeted With telephone scamScammers pose as grandchildren to dupe unsuspecting grandparentsSeniors are being warned to be aware of an emerging telephonescam that is preying on grandparents across Canada.The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has recently receivedreports about seniors in British Columbia who received callsfrom scammers pretending to be their grandchildren who arein an emergency and need help.Seniors are instructed to wire or send money so theirgrandchildren can be bailed out of jail or other financialtrouble. While many seniors have reported the scam withoutfalling prey to it, unfortunately, many others have beenvictimized. Recent reports from one assisted-care facilities inSurrey show the scam has taken a turn for the worse.“It’s obvious these scammers have no conscience; they’retargeting one of the most vulnerable seniors’ populations inour society,” said Lynda Pasacreta, BBB president and CEO.“We want people to take a step back when they’re called, andverify who they’re speaking to is a relative and not a criminal.”The Canadian Anti-Fraud Call Centre is reporting a significantincrease in complaints for this scam. In 2009, thecentre received 48 fraud complaints, taking in 21 victims fora province-wide loss of $71,123.The scammers’ tactic is to pose as a grandchild and let theunsuspecting grandparent fill in the blanks. For example, thescam caller might say, “It’s me, your favourite grandchild,” towhich the grandparent will guess the name of the grandchildit sounds the most like, and then the call proceeds from there.To protect themselves from this scam, seniors are advised to:Confirm identity. Confirm the status of the individual bycalling them directly or verifying the story with other familymembers before taking any further action.Wiring money is a red flag. Any request to wire moneythrough Western Union or MoneyGram should be seen as a“red flag” and an immediate tip-off that the call may be partof a scam. Funds sent via wire transfer are hard to track oncereceived by scammers and are usually not recoverable by lawenforcement or banking officials.If you’re a victim report it. For anyone victimized by thistype of distressed loved-one call, report the incident immediatelyto local police and contact Canadian Anti-Fraud CallCentre’s PhoneBusters, a hotline (1-888-495-8501) and website to report such fraud (www.phonebusters.com).A visitor to the mental asylumasked the director whatthe criterion was that definedwhether or not a patientshould be institutionalized.“Well,” said the director. “Wefill a bathtub with water thenoffer the patient a teaspoon,a teacup and a bucket andask him or her to empty theThe bathtub testbathtub.”“Oh, I understand,” saidthe visitor. “A normal personwould use the bucketbecause it’s bigger than thespoon or the teacup.”“No, a normal person wouldpull the plug,” said the director.“Would you like a bednear the window?”Ken BuckroydHearing Inst. PractitionerHow is your hearing?Hearing loss is the third most prevalent chronic disability among older adults.20% of adults over 65, 40% of adults over 75 and 80% ofnursing home residents have significant hearing problems.If you fit into one of these categories or if you know someone that does,please call us for a free hearing screening.104 – 300 Columbia St. Kamloops250-828-6233 1-800-819-1099sonus05_juneSt. Andrews Lutheran ChurchJoin us for worship & fellowship• Familiar hymns • Encouraging words• Friendly, caring people • Intercessory prayer• 10:30 a.m. Sunday morning service• Community in Prayer offering 24 hour supportPrayer line: 250-851-4202815 Renfrew St. • 250-376-8323SALuther03_febTreats for FeetsIn-home foot & nail care• Nail Trimming and Filing• Treatment of Ingrown orThickened Nails• Callus Reduction• Corn Care• Foot Soaks• Moisturizing Foot Massage250-682-2727 • Kamloopstff02_julySENIOR SERVICESEvrO05_septMark’s HelpingHands Services• Home & Yard Maintenance • Snow Removal• Interior & Exterior Painting• Friendly, Courteous, Reliable • Affordable Rates• 24 years experience helping those with Special Needs• DVA Health Cards Accepted • Serving Kamloops & areaCall Mark 250-573-0080MHS07_novDo You Have:•Loose Dentures?•Problems Chewing?•Missing Teeth?•Ever Considered Implants?For A Consultation AppointmentPlease Call Dr. Henri Ferber At250-372-2333Small companyBIG Resultsferb09_novCall for a FREE Quote Seniors Discount Satisfaction Guarenteed!Dean Hudon • Email: budget-wiseyardcare@hotmail.com• Lawn Maintenance • Power Raking • Rototilling• Spring/Fall Clean-up • Hedge Trimming • Aerating• Edging • Pruning • Handyman ServicesBYC04_apr• Full Funeral Provider• Pre-Arrangements• In Home Service• Prices Quoted• We Accept All Pre-ArrangedMemorial Societies &Funeral Policies• Enquiries Welcome,Call 24 Hours a DayPlaza Financial Partners Ltd.Insurance, Investments & MORE!Peter Ian McArthurCertified Senior Advisor970 Laval CresentKamloops, BC V2C 5P5Ph: 250-374-7772Fax: 250-374-4797email: ian@plazafinancial.cawww.plazafinancial.caKamloops:314-1081Salmon Arm:833-11294060-1st Ave. Swpfp01_novffs01_marANAVETS UNIT 290444 Tranquille Rd.,Kamloops, B.C. V2B 3H2Service Officer Availableby appointment only ~ please call firstTO HELP ALL SENIORS30 years of serviceFor more information call 554-2455Don't miss our meat draws Fridays at 7, Sat. & Sun. at 3.Interior Home HandymanServices• Plumbing • Installations • Vents • Drywall • Painting •Moulding • Shelving • Tub Surrounds • Doors •• Bathrooms • Basements • Garages • Fencing •• Storage Areas • Basic Electrical • Yard Work •Est. Since 1998Free Estimates • Seniors Discount250-376-7230Rodney H. WhiteIHHS01_febANA04_mar1015 Schreiner St. Kamloops

Page 18 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010Logan Lake SeniorsSeptember Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayClosedClosedClosedClosedBlessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.5ClosedLabour DayOpen9 am – 12 pmDrop-in Games1 – 3 pmSeniors Fifth Avenue Activity CentreSeptember Calendar Senior Connector©Centre OpenMonday – Friday9 am – 4 pm170 – 5th Ave.Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 4P2Phone 250-832-1065Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayScrabble 9:30 amDarts 1 pmWeight Watchers5:30 pmOpen9 am – 12 pmTable Tennis 9 amCanasta 10 amChess 6 pm1Drop-in Centre80 – 150 Opal Village Centre Mall6 7 8 9 1011OpenOpenOpenOpenClosed9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 3 pmBingo1 – 3 pm19 20 2122 23 2425OpenOpenOpenCrafters Market9 am – 12 pm 9 am –12 pm 9 am – 12 pm10 am – 2 pm26 27 28Open9 am – 12 pm OpenDrop-in Games9 am – 12 pm1 – 3 pmWHY Bingo 6 – 9 pmOpen9 am – 12 pm12 3OpenOpen9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 3 pmBingo1 – 3 pmOpen9 am – 12 pmOpen9 am – 3 pmBingo1 – 3 pmOpen9 am – 3 pmBingo1 – 3 pm2 3Keep Fit 10:45 am Sin-along 10 amCarpet Bowling 1 pm Shuffleboard 1:30 pmSocial Bridge 1:30 pmTable Tennis 3 pmCrib 7 pmClosed1213 14 15 16 17 18OpenOpenOpenOpenOpenClosed9 am – 12 pm9 am – 12 pm 9 am –12 pm 9 am – 12 pm 9 am – 3 pmDrop-in GamesBingo1 – 3 pm1 – 3 pmWHY Bingo 6 – 9 pm29 30Closed44Lillooet Senior CentreSeptember Calendar Senior Connector©Sorrento Drop In SocietySeptember Calendar Senior Connector©Open DailyExcept SundayPasschendaele Road, Sorrento, B.C.Phone: 250-675-5358President: Jennie Wiebe 250-679-8282Hall Bookings: J. Chisholm 250-675-3835Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday512Why does a slight tax increase cost you $200and a substantial tax cut saves you 30 cents?Glee Club 9:30 amAA & AlAnon 8 pmPool 1 pmCrib 1:30 pmCouples 7:30 pm1TOPS 8:15 am2 3Footcare Bingo 6:30 pmQuilting 10 am Ladies Hiking 2 pm6 7 TOPS 8:15 am 8 9 1011AA & AlAnon 8 pm Pool 1 pmHospice 10:30 amFootcare Ladies Hiking 2 pm Scottish Dancing 12 pmCrib 1:30 pmExec. Mtg. 11 am Quilting 10 amLabour Day Couples 7:30 pmGeneral Mtg. 1 pm13 14 15 16 17 18TOPS 8:15 amPool 6 pmFootcareQuilting 10 amBingo 6:30 pmLadies Hiking 2 pmScottish Dancing 12 pmPool 1 pmCrib 1:30 pmCouples 7:30 pm19 20 2122 23 2425Glee Club 9:30 amAA & AlAnon 8 pmPool 1 pmCrib 1:30 pmTOPS 8:15 amPool 6 pmFootcareQuilting 10 amLadies Hiking 2 pm Scottish Dancing 12 pmCouples 7:30 pm26 27 Pool 1 pm 28Glee Club 9:30 am Crib 1:30 pm29TOPS 8:15 am30Quilting 10 amAA/AlAnon 8 pm Couples 7:30 pm Pool 6 pmWheels to MealsLillooet Seniors' Hall30 – 11th Ave. (St. John's Parish Hall)Marian Exner, president. Hall: 250-256-0402Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayHappy Labour DayPlease be advised that at this time, we are a seniors drop-in centre only.VOLUNTEERS NEEDED314Jammers Dance7 pm5126 7 8 9 1011Table Tennis 8:30 am KITCHEN REOPENS Table Tennis 9 am Keep Fit 10:45 am Sing-along 10 amKeep Fit 10:45 am Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Canasta 10 am Carpet Bowling 1 pm Shuffleboard 1:30 pmCrib 1:30 pm Scrabble 9:30 am Chess 6 pm Social Bridge 1:30 pm General MeetingSocial Bridge 7 pm Darts 1 pmTable Tennis 3 pm 1:30 pmWeight WatchersCrib 7 pmLabour Day 5:30 pm13 14 15 16 17 18Table Tennis 8:30 amKeep Fit 10:45 amCrib 1:30 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmCarpet Bowling 9:30 amScrabble 9:30 amDarts 1 pmWeight Watchers5:30 pmTable Tennis 9 amCanasta 10 amChess 6 pmSquare Dancers 6:30 pmKeep Fit 10:45 amCarpet Bowling 1 pmSocial Bridge 1:30 pmTable Tennis 3 pmCrib 7 pmSing-along 10 amShuffleboard 1:30 pm19 20 2122 23 2425Jammers Dance Table Tennis 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Table Tennis 9 am Keep Fit 10:45 am Sing-along 10 am7 pm Keep Fit 10:45 am Scrabble 9:30 am Canasta 10 am Carpet Bowling 1 pm Shuffleboard 1:30 pmCrib 1:30 pm Darts 1 pm Chess 6 pm Social Bridge 1:30 pmShuffleboard 1:30 pm Weight Watchers Square Dancers 6:30 pm Table Tennis 3 pmSocial Bridge 7 pm 5:30 pmCrib 7 pm26 27 28 29 30Table Tennis 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Table Tennis 9 am Keep Fit 10:45 amKeep Fit 10:45 am Scrabble 9:30 am Canasta 10 am Carpet Bowling 1 pmCrib 1:30 pm Darts 1 pm Chess 6 pm Social Bridge 1:30 pmShuffleboard 1:30 pmWeight Watchers Square Dancers 6:30 pm Table Tennis 3 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmCrib 7 pm5:30 pmRound Dance 7 pmAnglemont Seniors #112September Calendar Senior Connector©Drop-in Centre OpenMON – FRI 1 – 4 PMCoffee is on & hostess on dutyLakeview CentreSquilax/AnglemontSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayDrop In PoolCoffee & HostessMonday – Friday 1 – 4 pm512Labour DayDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmDrop In Bowling1 – 3 pmWood Carving Club9:30 am – 12 pmDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pm6 7 8 9 1011Wood Carving Club Drop In Pool; Drop In Pool; Table Tennis 1 pm Community10 am – 12 pm Coffee & Hostess Coffee & Hostess Drop In Pool; BreakfastDrop In Pool; 1 – 4 pm1 – 4 pm Coffee & HostessSocial Bridge 7 pm8:30 – 11 amCoffee & Hostess1 – 4 pm1 – 4 pm13 14 15 16 17 18Drop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmWood Carving Club10 am – 12 pmDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pm1Drop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmAdvanced LineDance 10:30 amBeginners LineDance 11 amAnglebay Entertainers1 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmGardening Club 7:30 pm2 3Drop In Pool; Table Tennis 1 pmCoffee & Hostess Drop In Pool;1 – 4 pm Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmTable Tennis 1 pmDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pm19 20 2122 23 2425Drop In Pool; Wood Carving Club Adv Line Dance 10:30 am Drop In Pool; Table Tennis 1 pm Non-Elegant GalaCoffee & Hostess 10 am – 12 pm Beg Line Dance 11 am Coffee & Hostess Drop In Pool; Dinner & Dance1 – 4 pm Drop In Pool; Anglebay Ent. 1 pm 1 – 4 pm Coffee & Hostess Happy Hour 5 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmDrop In Bowling Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pm Dinner 6 pm1 – 3 pm1 – 4 pmDance toLefty & Poncho26 27 28 29 30Drop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmDrop In Bowling1 – 3 pmWood Carving Club10 am – 12 pmDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmAdv Line Dance 10:30 amBeg Line Dance 11 amAnglebay Ent. 1 pmSocial Bridge 7 pmDrop In Pool;Coffee & Hostess1 – 4 pmNon-Elegant GalaDinner & DanceSept. 25Happy Hour 5 pmDinner 6 pmDance to Lefty and Poncho4Hello Judi! A brand new season starts Sept., so lots of changes. Here goes:PO Box 140Little Fort Mondays Community - add Glee Club on 13th,20th,27th, Centre 9:30 (& all Mondays after that until end ofMcNab Rd. Little Fort V0E 2C0April)September Calendar Senior Connector©250-677-4272Sunday Tuesdays: Monday 28th only add Wheels Tuesday to Meals Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayLF Hospice House Bike Wednesdays: Ride Fundraiser 8th add Exec. Sept. Meeting 1211 am, General Meeting 1 1 pm, Hospice 10:30 2 am 3415th, 22nd,29th - add Pool 6 pm (and Yoga every 9 am Wednesday Carpet following)A joint effort between Clearwater & BarriereBowlingto raise funds forLFVFD Mtg. 7 pm 7 pmThursdaysahospiceFootcarehouse inonLittle2, 9,Fort.16, and 23 only. Quilting every weekCall Drake Smith, 250-674-3030.5 Fridays - all okay, 6 but for the Bingo days 7 add 6:30pm 8 9 1011SaturdaysCarpet Bowling LFVFD Mtg. 7 pm Carpet Bowling 7 pmScottish Dancing 7 pm 11th 18th 25th 9:30 12noon LF Rec Society Mtg.Labour Day7 pm1213 14 15 16 17 18LF Hospice HouseCarpet Bowling Yoga 9 am Carpet BowlingBike Ride7 pm LFVFD Prac. 7 pm 7 pm19 20 2122 23 2425Carpet Bowling7 pmYoga 9 amLFVFD Prac. 7 pmCarpet Bowling7 pm26 27 28 29 30Carpet Bowling7 pmYoga 9 amLFVFD Prac. 7 pmCarpet Bowling7 pmSavona and Area 50+O.A.P.O BRANCH #1296605 Buie Road/Savona Access RoadSeptember Calendar Senior Connector©Jennifer Coburn250-373-0081Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday512Labour Day1Exercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 amCrib 7 pm6 7 8 9 1011Exercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 amExercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 amCrib 7 pm13 14 15 16 17 18Savona Weight Potluck 6 pm Exercise 8:45 amExercise 8:45 amLoss Club 8:15 amRegular Mtg. 7 pm Coffee 9:30 amCoffee 9:30 amExercise 9:30 amCrib 7 pmCoffee 10 amUPS cards 7 pm19 20 2122 23 2425Exercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 amSavona WeightLoss Club 8:15 amExercise 9:30 amCoffee 10 amUPS cards 7 pm26 27 28 29 30Savona WeightExercise 8:45 amLoss Club 8:15 amCoffee 9:30 amExercise 9:30 amCoffee 10 amUPS cards 7 pm2 3Exercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 amCrib 7 pmExercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 amCrib 7 pm4

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 19Time for a move? Many factors must be weighed when relocatingBy Lisa M. PetscheAs people age, and especiallyif they have chronic healthconditions, at some pointthey’re likely to find theirhome no longer suits theirlifestyle or their needs.It’s worth considering amove if it might improve lifein one or more of the followingareas.Freedom. Reducing responsibilitiesassociated withhome ownership, particularlyproperty maintenance. Also,allowing more time for recreationand leisure activities,such as engaging in a hobby,spending time with family,volunteering or travelling.Independence. Offloading asmany responsibilities of dailyliving as possible, in orderto continue to live independentlyin spite of decreasedphysical functioning. Peoplein this situation may wish toeliminate not only propertymaintenance tasks but alsohousecleaning, launderingand meal preparation.Climate. Relocating tosomewhere with a moderateclimate, for health and safetyreasons or for comfort andconvenience – to be able toengage in favourite outdooractivities year-round, forexample.Home design. Increasing theaccessibility of one’s home –specifically, making it easierand safer to enter and exit,access all areas and use roomsfor their intended purpose. Aone-floor, open concept planis typically desirable. Somepeople (those who use awheelchair, for example) mayneed a setting designed forthe physically disabled.Finances. Reducing expensesassociated with shelter,including mortgage or rent,property tax, utilities andmaintenance. Another reasonsome people move is that thecost of home adaptations toimprove safety and accessibilityis beyond their means oris not a wise investment froma real estate perspective.Socialization. Increasingopportunities for social contact.Specifically, the goal might bemoving closer to family members,especially children andgrandchildren, or relocating toa community of peers.Security. Reducing the riskof victimization. For example,those who are anxiousabout answering the door,leaving their home unattendedor coming home to anempty house may experienceSupporting Seniors’Retirement Living Choicesincreased peace of mind livingin a gated community withsecurity patrol or an apartmentbuilding with a securitydesk and locked mailboxes.Community access. Improvingaccess to shopping andother businesses, medicalresources, places of worshipand other amenities such asparks and recreation centres.This might entail movingcloser to the city centre or topublic transit routes.Health. Ensuring ongoinghealthcare needs are met.Needs may include one ormore of the following: medicationmanagement, medicalmonitoring, a special diet,skilled nursing care, personalcare and supervision or assistancewith mobilizing.ReSIdence optionsThere are many possibilitiesfor alternate livingarrangements, depending ona person’s needs and preferences.Options includemoving in with a relativeor friend for companionshipand perhaps also practicalassistance, and to shareexpenses; moving to a similar-sizedhome with a moresuitable design; downsizingto a smaller house or acondominium or apartment(some seniors apartmentsmay be geared to incomeand have disabled units);moving to an adult lifestylecommunity; and, movingto a long-term care settingsuch as a retirement home ornursing home.If you’re considering a longtermcare residence, it’s importantto go beyond location,curb appeal and advertisementsand take personal tours.Plan to visit several places andtake a friend with you.Planning aheadBecause a move in laterlife usually involves downsizing,it’s wise, if you anticipatechanging residences inthe next few years, to beginnow to sort through yourpossessions and sell or giveaway unneeded items. Typicallyit takes much longerthan expected to go throughthis tedious and emotionladenprocess.If you intend to relocatein the near future, considerhiring a professionalorganizer to assist with theparing-down process, or asenior move specialist whocan help with everythingfrom planning to setting upin your new residence.Lisa M. Petsche is a socialworker and freelance writerspecializing in boomer andsenior issues.Vacancy rate in seniors’ housingresidences increasesThe vacancy rate in seniors’ residencesincreased from 9.2 per cent in 2009 to10.8 per cent in 2010, according to CanadaMortgage and Housing Corporation’s(CMHC) Seniors’ Housing Report, CanadaHighlights edition.“Vacancy rates and rent levels in theseniors’ housing market are higher thanthose in the traditional rental market,”said Bob Dugan, Chief Economist forCMHC. “Seniors’ residences provide awide variety of amenities and services totheir tenants. These services and amenitiescontribute to rents that are higher than inthe traditional rental market. These higherrents, coupled with more frequent turnover,result in higher vacancy rates.”The national vacancy rate applies tostandard spaces, which are defined as:• private units such as a bachelor, one-bedroomor two-bedroom apartment occupiedby a single individual or a couple; one unitis considered as one standard space;• semi-private units (two standard spaces);• ward units (three standard spaces ormore).The vacancy rate is calculated for allstandard spaces regardless of whether theoccupant participates in a meal plan orrequires medical services. The vacancy ratecovers only spaces that accommodate residentswho receive less than 1.5 hours ofcare per day.Vacancy rates varied considerably acrossthe country, from a low of 6.2 per cent inSaskatchewan and New Brunswick to ahigh of 18.1 per cent in Newfoundlandand Labrador. The vacancy rates for standardspaces in Ontario (16.4 per cent),Nova Scotia (15 per cent) and Alberta(12.2 per cent) were above the nationalaverage of 10.8 per cent, while the rates inBritish Columbia (10.4 per cent), Quebec(8.4 per cent), Manitoba (7.9 per cent),and Prince Edward Island (7.1 per cent)were below the national average.The average rent for bachelor/privateunits, where at least one meal is includedin the rent, was $1,857 per month. Quebecposted the lowest average rent at$1,329, while Ontario posted the highestaverage rent at $2,585.Kevin KruegerMember of the Legislative AssemblyKAMLOOPS - SOUTH THOMPSONCall:250-314-6031 • Fax: 250-314-6040#9 – 111 Oriole Road, Kamloops, BC V2C 4N6kru17_marHearts & Hands Home CareProviding compassionate in-home care• Personal Care• Meal Preparation• Light Housekeeping• Appointment Escorts• Respite and Companionship• VAC ID Cards AcceptedContact Laurie: hhhomecare@hotmail.comTel: 250-374-1444 Cell: 250-682-5425hhhc02_aprChase JewellersWatch, Clock & Jewellery RepairsAll work done on premisesMon. – Fri.9 a.m. – 5 p.m.723 Shuswap Ave., Chase250-679-8077chasejewellers@gmail.comcjew02_septAssisted Living at its bestSupporting SeniorsRetirement Living ChoicesBradwinsHome Support ServicesReferrals by Interior Health529 Seymour St. Kamloops V2C 0A1Phone 250-434-1700 • Fax 250-434-1701JOHN HOWARD SOCIETY • THOMPSON REGIONbfm09_septTerry Lake, MLAKamloops-North Thompson618B Tranquille Rd. KamloopsPhone: 250-554-5413Fax: 250-554-5417Email: terry.lake.mla@leg.bc.caWebsite: www.terrylakemla.bc.caLAKE03_RC _sept• Respite Care • Personal & Home CareHouse CleaningJust the way you want it done!Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or one timeCall for your free in-home assessment250.852.3212bradwins05_sept

Page 20 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com September 2010Meals ProvidedAt North ShoreCommunity CentreChoices for retirement livingFacilitylocationMonthly costno. of UnitsKamloopsIndependent LivingAssisted LivingHousekeepingTransportationUtilities IncludedPlanned ActivititiesSmall Pets AllowedAmenitiesActive Care SeniorServices Ltd.1607 Greenfield Ave.Kamloops, B.C.V2B 4N4250-554-9244$2050/mo9 assisted living unitsnoyes yes yes yes yes yesSee ad page 8Providing custom care in a unique, home-styleassisted living facility. spacious, private bedsittingrooms and large common areas. Transportationto and from up to three appointmentsper month.Bedford Manor529 Seymour St.Kamloops, B.C.V2C 1B3434-1700Berwick on the Park60 Whiteshield Cresent SKamloops B.C. V2E 2S9250-377-7275Cariboo Manor831 Serle RoadKamloops, B.C.V2B 6L8250-579-5262www.cariboomanor.caChartwell SelectRenaissanceRetirementResidence628 Tranquille RdKamloops B.C. V2B 3H6250-376-5363www.chartwellreit.ca70% of net incomewith minimum/maximumplus cable, phone andhydro surcharge.76 one-bedroom suitesWaiting List$2,150 – $2,165/studio$2,375 – $2,790/1 bed$2,840 –$2,8901 bedroom & den$2,700 – $3,200/2 bed$650/mo – 2nd occupant120 Independent suites32 Licensed careCosts vary according tosuite style and size97 suites$1,915 – $2,055 studio$2,300 – $2,905 1 bed$2,930 – $3,0601 bed & den$2,905 – $3,060 2 bed97 suitesno yes yes no yes yes noSee ad page 19yes no yes yes yes yes noSee ad page 1 & 15yes no yes no yes yes noSupported LivingSee adpage 3yes yes yes no yes yes yesSee ad page 16EntertainmentResidents are referred by Interior Health.Affordable living in an active assisted livingretirement community. Homelike atmospherewith in-house community centre, common TVarea, meeting rooms.Close to all downtown amenities. Near busroute, shopping and medical facilities.Affordable living in an active independentretirement community on Peterson Creek Park,just five minutes from downtown. 24-hour staffon duty. Coffee bar, billiards, hair salon, exerciseroom, library-den with computer, conservatory,movie theatre, private dining room, chapel/meeting room, guest suite, cards & crafts room,grounds featuring patios, recreation areas,walking paths and water gardens.Affordable room & board living in a comfortablehomelike setting. Near bus route, shopping, aquatic/recreation facility. HandyDART available. Three nutritioushome cooked meals provided daily. Snacksand refreshments in residents’ tea room. Monitoredemergency response system. Common TV area, recreation/activityroom. Residents may be eligible forSAFER subsidy. Not a care facility, personal care mustbe arranged through IH or Home Support Services.Gracious retirement living with many wellappointed amenities, close to shopping andbus route. Recreation programs with scheduledoutings. Monthly fee includes heat, hydrowater. Two meals served daily in our diningroom Weekly housekeeping, including launderingof flat linens. 24 hour call bell monitoring& assistance from trained staff.Cottonwood Manor730 Cottonwood Ave.Kamloops, B.C.V2B 8M6250-376-4777nkshca@shaw.caLife Lease120 units19 SAFER programsuites5 rental suitesWaiting Listyesno no no no yes noSee ad page 6Safe and secure, affordable independent livingin the heart of the North Shore. Access toevents and activities at the North Shore CommunityCentre (located in the same building).Beautifully landscaped with award-winninggardens. Underground parking. Within walkingdistance to all amenities, including McArthurIsland and Northills Mall.

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comPage 21At Desert GardensCommunity CentreChoices for retirement livingFacilitylocationMonthly costno. of UnitsKamloopsIndependent LivingAssisted LivingHousekeepingTransportationUtilities IncludedPlanned ActivititiesSmall Pets AllowedAmenitiesDesert Gardens554 Seymour St.Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2G9Purchase OnlySold By Owners53 unitsyesno no no gas no yesSee ad page 4Independent living in a close-knit facility.Access to Desert Gardens Community Centre,Oasis Cafe, Gift Shoppe, Ladies Auxiliary.Close to bus route. Walking distance to downtown.Minimal drop-in fee for scheduledcommunity activities. Banquet room rentals.Secure covered parking.Golden Vista Suites375 Cherry Ave.Kamloops, B.C.V2B 2R8250-571-4326www.goldenvistasuites.comRental and ownershipoptions availableRental: $750/mo46 unitsNow Openyesno no no no no yesSee ad page 24Close to transit, medical clinic, shopping.Common room and patio for socializing,sprinkler and security system, extra storage,wired for high-speed internet and cable, stepin showers, balconies or patios, great views.Renters may qualify for SAFER subsidies.The Hamletsat Westsyde3255 Overlander DriveKamloops, B.C.250-579-9061Costs vary depending onneed and choice of unit.174 unitsconsisting of112 complex care unitsand62 assisted living unitsnoyes yes no yes yes yesSee ad page 13A community where health and happiness aretruly way of life, close to shopping, pub, publictransit, away from the hustle and bustle of thecity of Kamloops, with a theatre, greenhousefor gardening, lounges, dining rooms, tuck shopand exercise area. Utilities included; cable isincluded for assisted living and not for complexcare. Telephone not included. indoor and outdoorwalking trails. Access to scheduled outings.Kamloops SeniorVillage1220 Hugh Allan Dr.Kamloops, B.C.V1S 1B3250-571-1800$2,025 – $2,125/studio yes$2,495 – $2,850/1 bed$3,150 – $3,550/2 bed$550/mo – 2nd occupant101 independent/assisted living suites114 residential care suites14 private pay suitesyes yes yes yes yes yesSee ad page 2Assisted living and residential care in beautifulAberdeen overlooking a stunning view ofthe valley, river and mountains.Delicious home-cooked meals served in thedining room and all-day snacks in the bistro.Private dining room, large library with twofireplaces and two computers, exercise room,spa room and two multi-purpose rooms in anall-inclusive retirement residence.PrimeTime Living atThe ShoresRetirement Residence870 Westminister Ave.Kamloops, B.C. V2B 1N9250-376-0315Info.tsr@primetimeliving.caStarting at $1800/monthand based onnumber of occupantsand suite type66 unitsSuites availableyesno yes no yes yes yesSee ad page 5Large suites with full kitchens and balconies.Active, vital and fun community of independentliving seniors. Professional staff and residentfocused services. Great food and healthyhome cooked meals, private dining room,walking distance to shopping and externalservices. A great reputation that is only gettingbetter.Ridgepointeat pineview1789 Primrose Court.Kamloops, B.C.V1S 0B7250-851-88001-877-841-8999www.ridgepointe.caCost TBA200 unitsOpening spring 2011yesno yes yes yes yes noSee ad page 2Each suite will have luxury elements includinga deck, tile, hardwood; some will have vaultedceilings and full kitchens. There are major commonsareas, above-ground parking, extra storage,a theatre, social lounge, library, exerciseroom, hair salon, virtual golf centre, gourmetmeals and a Ridgepointe shuttle bus.

Page 22 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com September 2010Assisted Living residences provide accommodation, varyinglevels of care and supportive services in a home-like, residentialsetting. Services typically include meals, social and recreationalprograms, 24-hour supervision, laundry and housekeepingservices, supervision or administration of medicationsand varying degrees of assistance with the activities ofdaily living such as bathing and dressing. Nursing servicesmay or may not be provided. Most costs to residents areSupported LivingEntertainment Scheduledmarket driven and, in some cases, may be subsidized by governmentprograms.In order to live in an assisted living facility an assessment byInterior Health is required.Choices for retirement livingFacilitylocationMonthly costno. of UnitsKamloopsIndependent LivingAssisted LivingHousekeepingTransportationUtilities IncludedPlanned ActivititiesSmall Pets AllowedAmenitiesRiverBendSeniors Community760 Mayfair StreetKamloops, B.C.250-682-4378info@theriverbend.caFee simple ownership99 suitesyesno yes no no yes yesSee ad page 27Affordable ownership in pet-friendly 4 storeyfacility on the shores of the South Thompson Riverin Brocklehurst. 1 & 2 bd floor plans. Age-in-placeservices and common facilities: dining room, mediatheatre, exercise room, in-house spa/hair salon.Walking distance to bus, grocery store, pharmacy,medical office, post office, salon, bakery, restaurantsand more. Easy vehicle/scooter access.Thrupp Manor591 Royal AveKamloops, B.C. V2B 3P8250-376-6536thruppmanor @shaw.ca$1185/month36 small studio suitesyesno yes no yes yes yesSee adpage 10Independent-supported living overlookingthe Thompson River. Homey and friendlyenvironment. Three tasty meals a day,housekeeping, laundry facilities available,hydro and water included, scheduledentertainment; bus stop outside door.Carrington House250-579-9003Ponderosa Place250-372-0651$1800/mo4 unitsLife leases & rental unitsWaiting Listno yes yes yes yes yesyes no no no no yesThe Shuswap – Salmon Arm & ChasenonoShuswap Lodge Competitive Pricing yes yes yes yes yes yes noRetirement Residence Several sizes of units forindividual needs.200 Trans Canada HighwaySalmon Arm, B.C.250-832-7081www.shuswaplodgerr.comParkside Estate250-679-4477Piccadilly Terrace250-803-006062 unitsSee ad page 1647 units yes yes yes no yes yesStarting at $1,69591 rental unitsMerritt & The Nicola ValleyThe Florentine4100 Belshaw St.Merritt, B.C.V1K 0A5250-378-5300$2085 – $2180/1 bed$2550 – $2650/2 bed$450/second occupant50 independent livingunits and22 assisted complex careunitsyesyes no yes yes yes yes noyes yes yes yes yes yes noSee ad page 4Supportive and assisted living in the heartof downtown Salmon Arm. Three nutritiousmeals and snacks a day. Heated outdoor poolin the interior courtyard, games room andcrafts room. Medical clinic on location.Professional care aides available 24/7.Only five minutes from downtown amenities.Gracious retirement living with activity coordinatorand scheduled outings, very safeand secure. Movie theatre, library, TV/Internetroom, exercise room, billiards and gamesroom, crafts and card room, private diningroom. Guest suites, 24 hr staff, close to allamenities. One- and two-bedroom partiallyfurnished suites, housekeeping and flat linenservices. Utilities, cable and telephone.

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comPage 23A mother was teaching her three-year-old the Lord’s Prayer. For several evenings atbedtime the child repeated it after the mother. Then one night the child was ready tosay it solo.The mother listened with pride to the carefully enunciated words, right up to the end.“And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us some e-mail. . .”Ashcroft-Cache Creek Senior Society601 BANCROFTAshcroft, B.C. 250-453-9828September Calendar Dorothy Maksymiw, PresidentSenior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday12 3Regular Meeting Bridge 12:30 Sept. – 4 pm 16 Carpet • 1 bowling, pm ClosedClosedPotluck Luncheon 11:30 cards am & pool12:30 – 4 pm(to get acquainted with the new executive)ClosedClosedClosedClosedChase Seniors CentreSeptember Calendar Senior Connector©Fraternal Order of Eagles #3453755 Tranquille RoadKamloops, B.C.September Calendar Senior Connector©250-376-4633Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday12 34Dinner Special Fish 'n' Chips Dinner Special Meat Draw 3 pmEagles Day served all day 4 – 9 pm Special DinnerHorse Races & Free 15¢ Wings Meat Draw 6:30 pm Karaoke 7 pmMeat Draw 4 pm Crib 7 pmFishing Derby5Free Bingo 1 – 3 pmL.A. Meat Draw 3 pmKaraoke 7 pm12Free Bingo 1 – 3 pmL.A. Meat Draw 3 pmKaraoke 7 pmFree Bingo 1 – 3 pmL.A. Meat Draw 3 pmKaraoke 7 pmFree Bingo 1 – 3 pmL.A. Meat Draw 3 pmKaraoke 7 pm56 7 8 9 1011Closed Carpet bowling, ClosedOPEN Carpet bowling, Bingo 12:30 – 4 pmcards & poolYour Choice cards & poolLabour Day 12:30 – 4 pm12:30 – 4 pm 12:30 – 4 pm1213 14 15 16 17 18Bridge 12:30 – 4 pm Carpet bowling,Closed Potluck Luncheon Carpet bowling, Bingo 12:30 – 4 pmcards & pool11:30 am cards & pool12:30 – 4 pmRegular Mtg. 1 pm 12:30 – 4 pm19 20 2122 23 2425Bridge 12:30 – 4 pm Carpet bowling, ClosedOPEN Carpet bowling, Bingo 12:30 – 4 pmcards & poolYour Choice cards & pool12:30 – 4 pm12:30 – 4 pm 12:30 – 4 pm26 27 28 29 30Bridge 12:30 – 4 pm Carpet bowling, ClosedOPENcards & poolYour Choice12:30 – 4 pm12:30 – 4 pmLunch & DinnerSpecials6 7 8 9 1011Lunch SpecialKrazy King Kards5 pmDinner Special4 – 9 pmMeat Draw 6:30 pmMeat Draw 3 pmSpecial DinnerKaraoke 7 pmLabour Day13 14 15 16 17 18Lunch & Dinner Lunch Special Dinner Special Fish 'n' Chips Dinner Special Meat Draw 3 pmSpecials Krazy King Kards Eagles Day served all day 4 – 9 pm Special DinnerAerie 7 pm5 pm Horse Races & Free 15¢ Wings Meat Draw 6:30 pm Bar Closed 5 pmMeat Draw 4 pm Crib 7 pmGolf Tournament19 20 2122 23 2425Lunch SpecialKrazy King Kards5 pmLunch & DinnerSpecialsLadies Auxiliary7 pmDinner SpecialEagles DayHorse Races & FreeMeat Draw 4 pmDinner SpecialEagles DayHorse Races & FreeMeat Draw 4 pmFish 'n' Chipsserved all day15¢ WingsCrib 7 pmFish 'n' Chipsserved all day15¢ WingsCrib 7 pm26 27 28 29 30Lunch & DinnerSpecialsAerie 7 pmLunch SpecialKrazy King Kards5 pmDinner SpecialEagles DayHorse Races & FreeMeat Draw 4 pmFish 'n' Chipsserved all day15¢ WingsCrib 7 pmPeople Helping PeopleDinner Special4 – 9 pmMeat Draw 6:30 pm'70s NightDinner Special4 – 9 pmMeat Draw 6:30 pmSeafood Meat Draw3 pmSpecial DinnerKaraoke 7 pmTurkey ShootMeat Draw 3 pmSpecial DinnerKaraoke 7 pmFraternal Order of Eagles • Kamloops Aerie #3453755 Tranquille Road • 250-376-1311Chase Creekside Seniors542 Shuswap Avenue250-679-8522Snooker 8:30 amCarpet Bowling 10 amShuffleboard 1 pmSnooker 8:30 amExercise 9:30 amCrib 1 pmOpen8:30 to 11:30 am1 to 4:30 pmSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday12 34Snooker 8:30 am Snooker 8:30 am Snooker 8:30 am Snooker 8:30 amSilver Belles & Exercise 9:30 am Carpet Bowling 10 am Exercise 9:30 amBeaux 10:30Shuffleboard 1 pm Crib 1 pmBingo 1 pm56 7 8 9 1011Closed Snooker 8:30 am Snooker 8:30 am Snooker 8:30 am Snooker 8:30 amSilver Belles & Exercise 9:30 am Carpet Bowling 10 am Exercise 9:30 amBeaux 10:30Shuffleboard 1 pm Crib 1 pmLabour Day Bingo 1 pm1213 14 15 16 17 18Snooker 8:30 amShuffleboard 1 pmSnooker 8:30 amSilver Belles &Beaux 10:30Bingo 1 pmSnooker 8:30 amExercise 9:30 am19 20 2122 23 2425Snooker 8:30 amShuffleboard 1 pmSnooker 8:30 amSilver Belles &Beaux 10:30Bingo 1 pmSnooker 8:30 amExercise 9:30 amSnooker 8:30 amCarpet Bowling 10 amShuffleboard 1 pmSnooker 8:30 amExercise 9:30 amCrib 1 pm26 27 28 29 30Shuffleboard 1 pmSnooker 8:30 amSnooker 8:30 amSilver Belles &Beaux 10:30Bingo 1 pmSnooker 8:30 amExercise 9:30 amOPENYour Choice12:30 – 4 pmSnooker 8:30 amCarpet Bowling 10 amShuffleboard 1 pmCarpet bowling,cards & pool12:30 – 4 pmCome join usfor fun andfriendship4eag02_calShuswap Lake Senior Citizens’ SocietyShuswap Lake Senior Citizens SocietyBox 1552 — 31 Hudson St. NESalmon Arm, V1E 4P6 250-832-3015September Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday12 34September meansDrop in Pool Drop in Pool Drop in PoolBingoMUG 12 pm Lunch 11:30 am – 1 pm Doors open 4 pmback to school – watch forWalk-in 6 pmRegular 7 pmchildren on the roads5SpiritualistChurch 11 amDoors Open 10 am12SpiritualistChurch 11 amDoors Open 10 am19 20 2122 23 2425SpiritualistChurch 11 amDoors Open 10 amDrop in PoolPainters 9 amDrop in PoolPainters 9 amArt Club 10 amChurch Study GroupDrop in Pool Drop in PoolDrop in Art 9 amDrop in PoolLunch 11:30 am – 1 pmBingoDoors open 4 pmWalk-in 6 pmRegular 7 pm7 pmSpiritualistChurch 11 amDoors Open 10 amClearwater Friendly ClubEvergreen AcresPhone: 250-674-3365 250-674-2706September Calendar Senior Connector©250-674-3326 250-587-6338Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday12 3Hymn Sing7:30 pmHymn Sing7:30 pm512Drop in PoolPainters 9 amLabour DayCarpet Bowling1 – 4 pm6 7 8 9 1011Friendly SocialClub 1 – 3 pmCarpet Bowling1 – 4 pmCoffee &Crafts 10 amLabour Day13 14 15 16 17 18Carpet Bowling10 am – 12 pm1 – 4 pmFriendly SocialClub 1 – 3 pmCarpet Bowling1 – 4 pmCoffee &Crafts 10 am20 21Carpet Bowling10 am – 12 pm1 – 4 pmMeeting 1 – 3 pmCarpet Bowling1 – 4 pm26 27 28 29 30Carpet Bowling10 am – 12 pm1 – 4 pmPotluck 12 pm Carpet Bowling1 – 4 pmCoffee &Crafts 10 am19 22 23 2425Friendly SocialClub 1 – 3 pmProud to sponsor the Clearwater Friendly Club calendar of eventsSafety Mart AG FoodsBrookfield Shopping Centre, Clearwater(250) 674-22136 7 8 9 10Drop in Pool Drop in Pool Drop in Pool Drop in PoolBingo11Church Study GroupPainters 9 amArt Club 10 amElder Services10 am Drop in Art 9 amNOSBIS Lunch 11:30 am – 1 pm Doors open 4 pmWalk-in 6 pmRegular 7 pm7 pm13 14 15 16 17 18Painters 9 am Drop in Pool Drop in Pool Drop in Pool Drop in PoolBingoPhoto Club 7 pm Painters 9 am Director's Mtg. 10 am Drop in Art 9 am Lunch 11:30 am – 1 pm Doors open 4 pmDrop in Pool Art Club 10 amChurch Study GroupWalk-in 6 pmRegular 7 pm7 pm26 27 28 29 30Drop in PoolPotluck Dinner 5 pmDrop in PoolDrop in Art 9 amPainters 9 amPhoto Club 7 pmDrop in PoolDrop in PoolPainters 9 amArt Club 10 amChurch Study Group7 pmANAVETS Unit 290sty01_calDrop in PoolLunch11:30 am – 1 pmCoffee &Crafts 10 amBingoDoors open 4 pmWalk-in 6 pmRegular 7 pm444 Tranquille RoadKamloops, B.C. V2B 3H2September Calendar 250-554-2455Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday12 3Meat DrawBall3 pmTournament WeekendSoup & Sandwiches Soup & Sandwiches Soup & SandwichesSept. 3, 4, 5 Free Bingo 4:30 pm Walk-in DartsMcArthur Island Park LA Mtg. 7 pm 2 – 4 pm(All welcome)Strange Brew plays every eveningLast Naval 5Veterans Meet 2 pmMeat Draw 1:30 pmBall Tourney &PresentationsDinner Specials 7 pmStrange Brew Band12Fishing DerbyFinal Weigh-in 1 pmMeat Draw 3 pm4Meat Draw 3 pmDinner SpecialsBall Tourney WeekendStrange Brew Band6 7 8 9 TGIF 1011Soup & SandwichesSoup & SandwichesMeat Draw 3 pmFree Bingo 4:30 pmHoliday SpecialsSoup & SandwichesBeef Dips3 pmWalk-in DartsDinner $72 – 4 pm5:30 – 6:30 pm Fishing Derby(All welcome)Meat Draw 6:30 pm Heffley LakeFishing Derby (All welcome)Labour DayHeffley Lake13 14 15 16 17 18Meat Draw 3 pmSoup & SandwichesLeague Pool & Crib7 pmDarts 7:30 pmSoup & SandwichesFree Bingo 4:30 pmLeague 60+ SeniorsDarts 2 pm(All welcome)Soup & SandwichesExec Mtg 7 pmTGIFDinner $75:30 – 6:30 pmMeat Draw 6:30 pmBall Tourney WeekendStrange Brew BandTGIFBeef DipsDinner $75:30 – 6:30 pmMeat Draw 6:30 pm19 20 2122 23 2425Breakfast8:30 – 10 am Soup & Sandwiches Soup & Sandwiches Soup & Sandwiches Soup & Sandwiches TGIF Meat Draw 3 pmGeneral Meeting League Pool & Crib Free Bingo 4:30 pm League 60+ SeniorsBeef Dips10 am7 pmDarts 2 pmDinner $7All Roast Mini Draw Darts 7:30 pm(All welcome)5:30 – 6:30 pmafter meeting $20KMDL 7:30 pmMeat Draw 6:30 pmMeat Draw 3 pm26 27 28 29 30Meat Draw 3 pm Soup & Sandwiches Soup & Sandwiches Soup & Sandwiches Soup & Sandwiches General MeetingLeague Pool & Crib Free Bingo 4:30 pm League 60+ Seniors7 pmDarts 2 pmSept. 19 • 10 amDarts 7:30 pm(All welcome)KMDL 7:30 pmBreakfast 8:30 – 10 amHoursMon - Thurs....9am-6pmFri.................... 9am-8pmSat................... 9am-6pmSun.................. 10am-5pm4

Page 24 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com September 2010Being happy doesn’t mean everything’s perfect.It means you’ve decided to see beyond the imperfections.AFFORDABLEADULT CONDOSAFFORDABLEFOR ONLYAffordableAdult ADULT $750/MONTH Condos CONDOSfor If FOR you only ONLY are$750/monthSAFER$750/MONTHEligibleIf you areit will be SAFER Eligibleevenit will less! be evenit willless!be evenless!Composition RoofCorner LotApprox. Composition 1.2 acre(s) RoofCorner LotVaulted CeilingsApprox. 1.2 acre(s)Hardwood FloorsVaulted CeilingsSlate EntryHardwood FloorsFenced BackyardSlate EntrySunken Fenced Family Backyard RoomLandscaped Sunken Family Garden RoomFabulous Landscaped City Garden ViewsFabulous City ViewsBatter up. Shirley Bird gets ready to swing at a pitch duringa softball tournament in London, Ont. She was the onlygirl on the team, which placed fourth. Despite placing out ofthe medals, Bird and her team had a wonderful time. TheyNOW RENTING!Cherry!BRAND NEW 55+ SUITESeven got to meet famed NHL hockey commentator DonNOW RENTING!NOW RENTING!BRANDBRANDNEWNEW55+55+SUITESSUITESSubmitted photoAnd on the eighth dayGod said,“Okay, Murphy, you’rein charge!”~Author UnknownOther seniors livingretirement choicesArbor House Salmon Arm 250-833-3528Colonial Apartments 196 Yew St. Kamloops 250-554-2492Eden Manor 1097 Singh St. Kamloops 250-376-1594Edgewater Terrace 150 Kitchener Cres. Kamloops See managerErin Valley Lodge 2070 Pratt Rd. Kamloops 250-573-5931Gaglardi Senior Centre 174 St. Paul St. Kamloops 250-374-1616Glenfair Apartments 1100 Glenfair Kamloops 250-554-3134Greenfield Place 1835 Greenfield Ave. Kamloops 250-376-9596Lakeside Manor 681 Harbourfront Dr. NE Salmon Arm 250-832-0653Le Jeune Manor 289 Maple St. Kamloops 250-376-3653Manor House 360 Battle St. Kamloops See managerMarquis Manor 975 Tranquille Rd. Kamloops See managerNelson Manor 688 Fortune Dr. Kamloops See managerNicola Meadows 2670 Garcia St. Merritt 250-378-4254Nicola Towers 525 Nicola St. Kamloops See managerNorthland Properties 885 Westminster Ave. Kamloops 250-376-1427Oakside Manor Salmon Arm 250-832-6779Overlander Residential Care 953 Southill St. Kamloops 250-554-2323Parkview Gardens 233 Sherwood Dr. Kamloops 250-554-1903Parnell Apartments 125 Tranquille Rd. Kamloops 250-376-2208Picadilly Terrace 810 Tenth St. SW Salmon Arm 250-803-0060Pine Grove Care Centre 313 McGowan Ave. Kamloops 250-376-5701Ronald Adams Manor 1015 Tranquille Rd. Kamloops 250-554-4590Rosewood Court 815 Southill St. Kamloops 250-376-3375Schaffer Residence at Oakside Salmon Arm 250-832-6777Senior’s Haven Barriere 250-672-5900Serenity Acres 6188 VLA Rd. Chase 250-679-3530Sherwood Apartments 865 Tranquille Rd. Kamloops See managerThiessen Care Centre 617 Lilac Ave. Kamloops 250-554-5459The Willows 120 Vernon Ave. Kamloops See managerEnjoy walking? Join the Hearts in Motion Walking Clubevery Tuesday and Thursday at the food court in AberdeenMall at 8:30 a.m. Yearly cost is $10. All money raised goesto the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Everyone is welcome.Call Sharon, 250-374-0688.Kamloops Ostomy Support Group meets the firstThursday of month at MediChair, Lansdowne Village, at7 p.m. Call Ken, 250-819-0315.Deal with a local area company!GOLDEN VISTAGOLDEN SUITES VISTAthe best walk-in tub anywhereWe have 9,000 items for your bathroom renos• Acrylic Tub Liners & Custom Bathwall Systems •Come see the view at 375 Cherry Ave. Kamloops, BC• Tub Replacements & Shower Retrofits •• New secure building • Storage units & scooter parking• Tub Resurfacing • Toilets • Sinks •w/sprinklers• Close to transit, medical• Counter Tops • Faucets • Vanities •COME SEE SEE THE THE VIEW VIEW AT AT 375 375 CHERRY CHERRY AVE, AVE, KAMLOOPS KAMLOOPS BC• Pets allowedclinic & shopping amenities BCGet together with Chris in Salmon Arm•-New -New Each Secure unit buildingSecure has balcony building & A/Cw/sprinklers• Common -Storage-Storage room units Scooter parkingunits & patio & Scooter parking-Close to Transit, Medical clinic• w/sprinklersWired for hi-speed internet for socializing-Pets allowedand Shopping -Close to amenities Transit, Medical clinic BATH SOLUTIONS/Thompson Okanagan•-Each -Pets Step-in unit allowed showers has balcony and AC • Great -Common and Views! Shopping room and amenities Patio for4391 – 45st S.E. Salmon Arm V1E 2W1-Wired for unit hi-speed has balcony internet and AC socializing -Common room and Patio for-Step -Wired in showers for hi-speed internet -Great socializing Views!Phone: 250-833-0229 • Kamloops: 250-374-8122call-Step in showersto view 250-571-4326-Great Views!Toll free: 1-800-NEW BATH (639-2284) • Fax: 250-833-0239www.GoldenVistaSuites.comE-mail: hugger@telus.netCALL TO VIEW 250-571-4326bss02_may

September 2010 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 25Royal Canadian Legion Br. #107September Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayJoin the LegionNew members always welcomeNo military background requiredCall 250-679-3536 for detailsNew Members Always WelcomeClosed515 Shuswap Rd.Chase, B.C.250-679-35362 34TGIF Meals 5:30 pm$6/members $7/nonFun Darts 2 pmMeat Draw 2 pmPool Tourney 6:30 pm56Free Meat Draw7 8 9 1011Giant Crib 10:30 am ClosedClosed League Darts TGIF Meals 5:30 pm Fun Darts 2 pm4 & 6:30 pmMixed Doubles $6/members $7/non Meat Draw 2 pmCut-off for Darts7:30 pmPool Tourney 6:30 pmLabour Day League sign-up1213 14 15 16 17 18Free Meat DrawLeague Darts BBQ Steak DinnerMeat Draw 2 pmOpen Mic 3 pm League DartsGeneral Mtg. 7 pmMixed Doubles 4 & 6:30 pmMixed Doubles 5:30 pmFun Darts 2 pmPool Tourney 6:30 pm7:30 pm7:30 pm Advance tickets $10Karaoke 8 pm19 20 2122 23 24 Meat Draw 2 pm 25Open Mic 3 pm League Darts Free Meat Draw Closed League Darts TGIF Meals 5:30 pm Fun Darts 2 pmMixed Doubles 4 & 6:30 pmMixed Doubles $6/members $7/non Pool Tourney 6:30 pmGary Fjellgaard7:30 pm7:30 pmConcert26 27 28 29 30NEW BRANCH HOURS:Open Mic 3 pm League Darts Free Meat Draw Closed League Darts Sun, Fri 2 – 8 pm Mon, Thurs 6 – 10 pmJam Session 3 pm Mixed Doubles 4 & 6:30 pmMixed Doubles Tues 4 – 8 pm Sat 1 – 8 pm7:30 pm7:30 pmWed Closed (except for general meetings1ClosedEditor:To save a life is the greatest giftI enjoy your paper very much. In theAugust issue of the Senior Connector, a storyby Judi Dupont, “From death’s door toagility championships,” was first class.The man, Phil Zacharatos, did a verygreat thing by saving the life of the dogs henow has. To save a life, human or animal isthe greatest gift a person a person can give.As a young boy on the farm in England,I owed my life to my dog. I let the bull outto look after one of his girl pals, and if itLetter to Editorhad not been for the dog, the bull wouldhave killed me (I won’t go into the detailsit would take too long).To anyone that does rescue an animalfrom the BCSPCA, they must be verygood and kindhearted people. All the animalwants is a little love and kindness.Anyone that has an animal and thendecides they want it put down, in my opinion,the owner should be the one put down.B. BoothKamloopsFletcher Park Seniors’ Resource CentreSeptember Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday512Salmon Arm Fall FairRoyal Canadian Legion Br. #52September Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayBar open 12 – 7 pmMeat Draw 2:30 pm5Bar open 12 – 7 pmMeat Draw 2:30 pm12Bar open 12 – 7 pmMeat Draw 2:30 pmBar open 12 – 7 pmMeat Draw 2:30 pmOffice ClosedMOW(Meals On Wheels)Labour DayMMM(Monday Morning Market)MOW(Meals On Wheels)CSG (Caregivers SupportGroup)9:30 amClosedLabour DayBar open2 – 9 pm26 27 28 29 30Bar open 12 – 7 pmMeat Draw 2:30 pmBar open2 – 9 pmGeneral Meeting7:30 pmBar open2 – 9 pmBar open2 – 9 pmBar open12 – 11 pmCrib 7 pmDarts 7:30 pm425 Lansdowne St.Kamloops, B.C. V2C 1Y2Phone: 250-374-1742 Fax: 250-374-17086 7 8 9 1011Bar open2 – 9 pmLA Meeting 1 pmBar open2 – 9 pmBar open 12 – 7 pmMeat Draw 2:30 pmBar open12 – 11 pmCrib 7 pmDarts 7:30 pm13 14 15 16 17 18Bar open2 – 9 pmBar open2 – 9 pmBar open12 – 11 pmCrib 7 pmDarts 7:30 pmBar open12 – 11:30 pmDance toCarl McLaughlin $8Bar open 12 – 7 pmMeat Draw 2:30 pm7:30 – 11:30 pm19 20 2122 23 2425Bar open2 – 9 pmBar open2 – 9 pmBar open 12 – 7 pmMeat Draw 2:30 pmBar open2 – 9 pmExecutive Meeting7 pmFoot Care Clinic(by appt. only)Bar open2 – 9 pmBar open2 – 9 pm12 34Bar open12 – 11 pmBar open12 – 11:30 pmBar open 12 – 7 pmMeat Draw 2:30 pmCrib 7 pmDance toDarts 7:30 pm Carl McLaughlin $87:30 – 11:30 pmBar open12 – 11 pmCrib 7 pmDarts 7:30 pmWalmart320A Second Ave. NESalmon Arm, B.C. V1E 1H1Phone 250-832-7000 Fax 250-833-05506 7 8 9 1011Foot Care Clinic(by appt. only)MOW(Meals On Wheels)Day AwayMOW(Meals On Wheels)Salmon Arm Fall Fair13 14 15 16 17 18LWF(Lunch with Friends)MOW(Meals On Wheels)Board MeetingMOW(Meals On Wheels)Foot Care Clinic(by appt. only)MOW(Meals On Wheels)Foot Care Clinic(by appt. only)Foot Care Clinic(by appt. only)26 MMM 27 28 29 30Foot Care ClinicMOWDay Away(by appt. only) (Meals On Wheels)Foot Care Clinic(by appt. only)Day AwayGood Food BoxPick-up19 20 2122 23 2425Foot Care ClinicMOWDay AwayMOW(by appt. only) (Meals On Wheels)(Meals On Wheels)MMM(Monday Morning Market)MOW(Meals On Wheels)(Monday Morning Market)MOW(Meals On Wheels)CSG (Caregivers SupportGroup)9:30 amFoot Care Clinic(by appt. only)Foot Care Clinic(by appt. only)Day Away2 3MOW(Meals On Wheels)Bar open12 – 11:30 pmDance toVern Cave $87:30 – 11:30 pmBar open12 – 11:30 pmDance toVern Cave $87:30 – 11:30 pmSave money. Live better.Proud to Sponsor the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #52 Calendar100 – 1055 Hillside Dr. • Phone: 250-374-15911Office Hours:Mon – Fri9 am – 3 pmSalmon Arm Fall Fair4wal10_calTHE MERRITT SENIORS ASSOC.and O.A.P.O. Br. #168Betty Bond, PresidentSeptember Calendar Senior Connector© 2202 Jackson AvenueSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday12 3Bingo 1 pmRummoli & Pool7 pmisb04_calMerritt Senior Centre512Barriere & District Seniors SocietySeptember Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayCome out and join the fun at theWhist 7 pm Carpet Bowling10 amCrafts 1 pm61st North Thompson Fall Fair and RodeoSept. 4, 5 & 6512Labour DayLabour DayProud to sponsor the Barriere and District Seniors’ Society Calendar621 Barriere Town Road • 672-97366 7 8 9 1011Bingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmCarpet Bowling 1:30 pmCourt Whist 7 pmFloor Curling& Games 1 pmSeniors Reg Mtg 1:30 pmRummoli & PoolFloor Curling 1 pm7 pm13 14 15 16 17 18Crib & Whist 7 pm Bingo 1 pmBridge 7 pmCarpet Bowling 1:30 pmCourt Whist 7 pmFloor Curling& Games 1 pmRummoli & Pool7 pmFloor Curling 1 pm19 20 2122 23 Potluck Supper 2425Crib & Whist 7 pm Bingo 1 pm Carpet Bowling 1:30 pm Seniors Lunch5:30 pmFloor Curling 1 pmBridge 7 pm Court Whist 7 pmGames, Cards,12 pmRummoli & Pool7 pm26 27 28 29 30Crib & Whist 7 pm Bingo 1 pm Carpet Bowling 1:30 pmFloor CurlingBridge 7 pm Court Whist 7 pm & Games 1 pmRevelstoke Senior CitizensPhone:250-837-9456September Calendar Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday12 3Games 7:30 pm Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Bridge 1 pmBowling 1 pmDarts 7 pm512Labour DayBingo 1 pm6 7 8 Carpet Bowling 9 1011Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Games 7:30 pm9:30 amBridge 1 pmDarts 7 pmBowling 1 pmGen. Mtg. 1:30 pmDarts 7 pm13 14 15 16 17 18Birthday Party 3 pmBridge 1 pmGames 7:30 pmCarpet Bowling 9 amEnt. Mtg. 11 amDarts 7 pm19 20 2122 23 2425Bingo 1 pm Carpet Bowling 9 am Supper in 5:30 pm Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Exec. Mtg. 9:30 amDarts 7 pmGames 7:30 pm Bowling 1 pm Bridge 1 pmDarts 7 pm26 27 28 29 30Bingo 1 pm Carpet Bowling 9 amDarts 7 pm4433 Barriere Town RoadBox 791 Barriere V0E 1E06 7 8 Carpet BowlingCarpet Bowling Fun Cards 1 pm 10 am9 10Pool 9 am1110 amExec. Mtg. 2 pmCrafts 1 pmGeneral Mtg. & CornRoast/Burgers 3 pm13 14 15 16 17 18Fun Cards 1 pmPool 9 amCarpet Bowling10 amCrafts 1 pmGames 7:30 pmCarpet Bowling10 amPool 9 amGrandparents' Day19 20 2122 23 2425Carpet Bowling Fun Cards 1 pm Carpet Bowling10 am10 amPool 9 amCrafts 1 pm26 27 28 29 30Carpet Bowling10 amCrafts 1 pmFun Cards 1 pm Carpet Bowling10 am1Carpet Bowling 9:30 amBowling 1 pmDarts 7 pmCarpet Bowling 9:30 amBowling 1 pmDarts 7 pm2 3Good luck to our membersat the BC Seniors Games inComox Sept. 14!Do you frequently travel to the US, orhold US investments?We have an account product that maybenefit you – our US Chequing account.Ask us about it today. We’re here for you.444

Page 26 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comSeptember 2010UpcomingEventsThe Rotary Clubs of Kamloopsare sponsoring theHeidelberg Youth ChamberOrchestra in a one-night performanceon Sept. 7 at 7:30p.m. at the Calvary CommunityChurch, 1205 RogersWay. Take a journey throughthe world of music with theorchestra that won the 2008German Orchestra Competition.Admission by donation.ClassifiedsSWF, 62, NS/ND seeksquiet long-term low-costhousing. 30-year owner.Consider all options.References. 250-372-7131.The Kelowna Senior DragonBoat Team is chartering a busto the BC Senior Games inComox/Courtenay, travellingto the games on Wednesday,Sept. 15, returning on Saturday,Sept 18. There’s room for12 to 14 riders on a first comefirst serve basis for the returntrip. There will be two to fourextra seats available for thetrip home only. The bus willbe traveling via the Hope-Princeton Highway, originatingin Kelowna. If you’reparticipating in or supportingathletes as a fan, and need aride, call Merle, 250-861-4500 or email rauty@telus.net.Norkam classmates turning70 in 2010, take part in theHeavenly 70 Reunion Sept.11. Contact Irene, the70reunion@yahoo.caor Albert,250-376-8799.For SaleFour-wheeled Deluxe TrailBlazer Scooter.Hardly used.$5,000 new. Asking $3,500.Windscreen & canopy included.250-376-3408Elizabeth Fry Society, 827Seymour St., hosts CommunityCloset, a communityevent offering free qualityclothing for women, Sept. 9and 23, from 9:30 to 11:30a.m. Call 250-374-2119.Call for entry. The CourthouseGallery Co-operativecalls for entry to the thirdannual Christmas at theCourthouse fine art and craftsale, Nov. 27 and 28. This isa juried event; applicationforms available at the CourthouseGallery, 7 West SeymourSt. Open Tuesday toFriday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. andSaturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Curlers wanted for theKamloops 55-plus League.Sign up at the KamloopsCurling Club, 700 VictoriaSt., or call Wayne, 250-376-9943, or Jack, 250-372-3713. For the Senior SelectLeague. Call Wayne, 250-376-9943, or Bill, 250-828-7999. Deadline: Sept. 30.Seniors are invited to KamloopsAdult Learners Society(KALS) AGM on Sept. 8,10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CalvaryCommunity Church, 1205Rogers Way. Guest speaker isNicola Aichele, holistic trainer.With the loss of a loved one,planning a fitting service can bea real challenge.With our personalized serviceand attention to detail, you canbe confident the service will beeverything you wished for.We’ve been servingfamilies in our area forgenerations. We would beprivileged to serve yours, too.Serving the family for generations513 Seymour Street, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2G8Ph: (250) 374-1454Toll Free 1-800-668-3379Notes and Noticessch02_decGroupsRoyal Inland HospitalRetirees “Coffee Connection”Tuesday, Oct. 19, atNorth Shore CommunityCenter, 730 CottonwoodAve., from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.Call 250-374-2209.Royal Canadian LegionLadies Auxiliary Br. 52meeting takes place Monday,Sept. 7 at 1 p.m. at theLegion hall, 425 LansdowneAve. Come find out aboutthe upcoming events – stayfor refreshments. Call Dot,250-374-1742.As of May 2010, the CanadianCancer Society hasphased out its supportgroups; the service, CancerConnection, will take theirplace, as well, cancer informationcan be accessed at1-888-939-3333.M&M Social Time forLadies in Clearwater meetsthe last Sunday of the monthat the Wells Gray Inn at 5p.m. Call 250-578-6503.Excelsior Rebekah Lodge#23 regular meetings Sept. 14and 28 at 7:30 p.m. at IOOFHall, 423 Tranquille Rd.Green BladesLawn & GardenVAC provider250-320-9927DOG & CAT GROOMINGClipper bladesharpening availableFor Appointment phone:250-376-6533864C – 8th StreetKAMLOOPSpaw02182B Tranquille Road,Kamloops1-877-414-4241peo06_disableBC Seniors Games SocietyZone 8 meets Sept. 23 at 10am. at the Anavets hall, 444Tranquille Rd. Members andinterested persons 55-plus arewelcome.Kamloops Riverside LawnBowling Club. Tuesday andThursday, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday,7 p.m. (note time change);Monday, Wednesday and Friday,7 p.m. Club bowls availablefor all new bowlers; lessonscan be arranged fromIrene, 250-374-4273, or Alex,250-374-1156.Are you a breast cancer survivorlooking for fun, fitnessand friendship? Join theSpirit Warriors dragon boatteam Tuesdays and Thursdaysat the Pioneer Park boatlaunch at 5:45 p.m. No experienceneeded. New memberswelcome. Call Laima, 250-377-1947, or Midge, 250-374-2566, email spiritwarriors@live.caor go to www.spiritwarriors.ca.McArthur Park Lawn BowlingClub welcomes newmembers Sunday, Monday,Wednesday and Fridayat 6:15 p.m. at the bowlinggreens on McArthur Islandbeside Norbrock stadium.Free instruction. Flat-soledshoes a must. Free parking.Call 250-579-8259 or 250-376-0917.✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷✷Stamp Collectors meet thesecond Tuesday of the monthfrom 1 to 2 p.m. at the OasisRestaurant at Desert Gardens,540 Seymour St. Allwelcome. 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