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[" COWANSVILLE, a AUS ces C-BRQME 450'243.1616 » BEDFORD 450 248.2911 PE COM Working with seniors for the past 25 vears and loving 1t! By Mable Hastings at the Missisquoi North Volunteer Centre (CABMN) for close to twenty-five years.Although her job has evolved over the years, her present job title is, Senior\u2019s Services Coordinator and this is truly Angelle\u2019s passion.Angelle came to Mansonville after leaving a job at IBM in Bromont where she had been working in quality control for close to five years.She was offered a promotion with the company that would have taken her to Toronto for six month training and then back to Bromont to work.However she had decided to get married and did not want to travel from Mansonville to Bromont each day and so she left the company to begin her life in Potton where she opened a clothing and gift store, \u201cVariété Hélan\u201d with her dear friend, Hélène Pouliot.The store existed for ten years and when it closed in December 1993, Angelle began volunteering at the CAB (then Citizen Advocacy) as a receptionist.\u201cI volunteered for 4 months, 5 days per week,\u201d shared Laplume.\u201cI then advised them in April 1994 that I would be leaving because I would be looking for a paying job.\u201d The CAB wasted no time and shortly after that, Laplume was offered the receptionist job as a paid employee and was thrilled to find a job just a few minutes from home.Due to her contact with people in the community, Angelle A ngelle Laplume has been working quickly became more than a receptionist and began to develop her skills in referrals, matching volunteers with those in need as well as a strong implication in the Partage/Share food bank and other programs through the organization.\u201cI never minded the extra tasks as I was usually the instigator of the extra work I took on,\u201d she explains.It did not take long as programs grew; new projects and staff were added to the CAB team before Laplume was working mainly with seniors.Her most important goal is making sure that seniors know what the CAB can do for them.Her priority is to listen, encourage their input and then bring the services, workshops and information that are needed, organizing workshops that can be fun, serious, informative, spiritual, emotional or legal, they decide.\u201cAnother priority for me is to be aware of new and existing possibilities seniors or caregivers might be eligible for so I can transmit the information to them if they need it,\u201d she continues.\u201cWe are there to guide them, inform them so they understand and use different services and options that are out there for them to access.\u201d Regardless of whether it is the person or their caregiver, Laplume stresses the importance of keeping the client feeling that age does not make them less important in society and strives to remind them of the vital role they play in society and community life.Information \u2014-\u2014 THE mme Seniors Supplement May 11, 2017 MABLE HASTINGS \u201cI love my job,\u201d says Laplume enthusiastically.\u201cI feel that I can make a difference and like CONT'D ON PAGE 3 the CAB, I can change and improve people\u2019s lives for the better.\u201d Grace Village Fax : (819) 564-3829 info@masscom.ca Connaught Home [ 1501, rue Campbell 77, rue Main Sherbrooke, QC J1M OCT North Hatley, QC JIM 2C0 Tel : (819) 569-0546 Tel: (819) 842-2164 Fax : (819) 842-2667 info@masscom.ca www.masscom.ca les Communautés de Retraités 7, MASSAWIPPI 77 Retirement Communities * \u2014 uy excellent, compassionate & loving care Come visit us for a cup of tea! Fondation ¢ DR.W.J.KLINCK Foundation Printed and distributed by PressReader press {Jyudy PressReader.com © +1604 278 4604 COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 2 THURSDAY, MAY 11, 2017 SENIORS newsroom(@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Second annual Club des retraites (Senior\u2019s) lunch event in Potton By Mable Hastings day, March 27 the Club des retraités senior\u2019s group in Potton held its annual spring lunch in the basement of the Catholic Church.The lunch celebrates the end of the senior\u2019s activities for the summer.Assisted by the Mis- sisquoi North Volunteer Centre (CABMN) senior\u2019s coordinator, Angelle Laplume, group organizer, Christine Caron enjoyed collaborating in offering this event for a second year.Following the lunch, the group that normally meets every Tuesday closes its activities for the summer to get ready for their annual Marché aux puces/Flea Market that is held in the basement of the Catholic Church throughout the summer on weekends.Following the meal prepared by Robert and Lucie Renaud (who used to run the Soleil Rouge Restaurant), the 42 in attendance were invited to stay to play cards and shuffleboard which pe a second year in a row, on Thurs- many did.Guests for the lunch included staff from the CLSC (CIUSSE) and others from the community who happily attended.The flea market held in the basement of the Catholic Church operates every weekend throughout the summer months and is located across from the local Farmer\u2019s Market making bargains available in adjacent locations a short walking distance from one and other.The basement sale offers everything from furniture to clothing including knick knacks, books, jewellery and more.Run by the seniors, this is a great fundraising opportunity for the group.Donations are always welcome.Senior\u2019s activities organized by the Club des retraités senior\u2019s group from fall through to spring include: shuffleboard, card parties, visiting and fun.This well attended activity is one that § seniors to get to an activity is important.services in Potton, contact the volunteer centre (CABMN) senior\u2019s coordinator, An- For more information about senior\u2019s gelle Laplume at 450-292-3114.Potton seniors have long enjoyed.Like p+ many small communities, having local Ë groups and activities as well as special events are vital and making it easy for Now, 2 locations in Sherbrooke to better serve you 4230 Bertrand-Fabi Street 601 Conseil Street 819 565-1155 steveelkas.com Available 24 hours a day Incomparable services and support Available to meet you at your home sible services for all / PRG ROME PHOTOS COURTESY w= ZR J AILDIEL COMMUNAUTAIRE CCIMMULUIISITI VYAILD your own home! of your wellbeing! 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A large number of seniors in our community still live at home.Good nutrition, an active lifestyle, engaging conversation and a friendly encounter are all important factors to ensure that you maintain a healthy lifestyle, in the comfort of Community Aid offers services that can guarantee all aspects Printed and distributed by PressRea der press [(feleld PressReader.com + +1 604 278 4604 COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW The Record newsroom(@sherbrookerecord.com SENIORS THURSDAY, MAY 11, 2017 Page 3 How to be money-smart 1n retirement (NC) Many of us look forward to retirement as an opportunity to pursue new goals or reactivate life-long interests.With the right financial planning, you can be on track to achieve the financial security you need to realize your vision of a comfortable retirement.By staying informed and taking steps to protect your savings, you are setting yourself on the path to becoming a money-smart retiree.Here are some tips to get you started on the right path: 1.Review your investments based on the timing of when you plan to withdraw your money.As you approach retirement, talk to your financial advisor regularly about your goals and any changes that could affect them.your pension contributions to give your savings a boost.3.Assign a power of attorney to someone you trust to handle financial and legal matters on your behalf as you age.4.Learn about tax credits available to seniors, including pension income credits and disability credits.5.Educate yourself on elder abuse and fraud.Common forms include burglary, telephone fraud and identity theft.Sadly, most financial fraud committed against older adults involves friends, family, caregivers or social contacts.The more you know, the better you can protect yourself.For more information, visit IFIC.CA > Investors 2.If you're still working, maximize How Working with seniors CONT'D FROM PAGE 1 she provides includes: respite, PA.LLR Program, accompanied or adapted transport, resources for caregivers, income tax clinics, medical equipment lending, PI.E.D.Program, home care assistance, elder abuse and more.Laplume also organizes and animates the Viactive program for seniors every Wednesday in Potton from fall to spring.Vi- active is a free exercise program created by Kino-Québec.The main objective of the program is to allow those ages 50+ to keep fit by joining the group held every Wednesday morning in Mansonville at the local English Elementary school.Other groups and day are available in St-Etienne-de-Bolton, Stukely- Sud and Eastman.\u201cI love my job,\u201d says Laplume enthusiastically.\u201cI feel that I can make a difference and like the CAB, I can change and improve people\u2019s lives for the better.\u201d Looking for solutions together can make a world of difference to someone and Laplume feels that because she and the CAB are trusted, the service has provided a vital asset to the community and the needs of seniors and their caregivers.\u201cThe CAB has an impressive list of contacts,\u201d explains An- gelle.\u201cThese include, Legal Aid office, Sûreté du Québec, Magog Police, CAVAC, Adapted transport and many other Organizations.\u201d (NC) Our bodies change as we age.And as much as we'd like to steer clear of long-lasting muscle, joint, back and arthritis pain, we may be unable to dodge these symptoms as time marches on.So why does this happen?With age, muscle fibres shrink and weaken, which can contribute to fatigue and limit physical activity.At the same time, joints may stiffen and lose flexibility, resulting in pain, inflammation and, in some cases, arthritis.Long-lasting body pain may be more common as we get older, but it shouldn't stop us from enjoying life and accomplishing all we want to.Research has found that a combination of treatment methods, including physiotherapy, massage therapy and medications, show the best results when managing body pain.\u201cWhen we leave our 30s and enter our One of their main partners is the CIUSSS de l\u2019Estrie CHUS \u2014 CSSS Memphrémagog, the \u201cCLSC\u201d in Mansonville.When the new building for the CLSC was built in 2008 and the two organizations were, thanks to the Municipality of Potton, housed together, this only improved the services to the community by both groups.\u201cLooking back now,\u201d says Laplume, \u201cI would not change the decision I made.I love working with the seniors and my time at the CAB has been wonderful and fulfilling.\u201d 13 Principale North vawyerville, QC JOB 3AO 619-889-2810 to manage body pain as you age 40s and 50s, pain can become a regular part of life.Some of my patients complain that they have to rely on taking multiple doses of pain relievers in a day to cope,\u201d says Dr.Jeff Habert.\u201cAdvil 12 Hour offers an option where just one pill keeps working for up to 12 hours.\u201d If you're looking for an additional way to help get some relief, try applying icepacks to reduce inflammation and ease pain, or a warm bath to relieve 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The Record Wisdom gained 1n the outhouse By Mable Hastings Ithough many find it hard to be- À ricve our family still had an out- ouse for a toilet in the late 70\u2019s.An outhouse, also known by many other names, is a small structure, separate from a main building, which covers one or more toilets.We had no indoor plumbing and pumped our water from a hand pump or carried it in buckets from the well that was located a good walk downhill from the house.The house resembled a shed and in truth, I think it once was.We were as many as seven at one time in that three room house located in the Vale.Five kids, two adults, a dog, a cat and any other varmint that sought refuge there.Today I got to thinking about what I learned from using an outhouse as a teen.The lessons were plentiful and the contribution to our patience levels was abundant as well.Those out there who remember their own outhouse experience will likely do a lot of reminiscing in / reading this.Please humour me as I share my outhouse wisdom.just in case you find yourself wondering what it must have been like.-Styrofoam makes for a warm seat cushion in the winter -Don\u2019t knock the air holes in the winter, in summer you will be glad they are there.-Spiders have no sense of smell -Toilet paper is a beautiful thing -Lime Powder (or Calcium Hydroxide) hides most scary things if used in excess -Somewhere a sacred rule was written that bathroom trips in the middle of night are ranked for use by age.This never seemed fair as I was fourth and winter cold was no help in soothing the wait time.-Emergencies solidified the fact that fat kids don\u2019t always run fast enough! -Don\u2019t drop anything valuable in the hole\u2014ever! -Don\u2019t seek revenge by dropping a sibling\u2019s valuable in the hole.you will regret it when your Mother finds out! ov ee Oo 0 0 COMINC Atrd A a F7 A stairlift is often an affordable solution, \u2018 starting from $3.300 (installation and taxes included).Nowadays, there are many, more affordable mobility aid options.Elevaction not only specializes in the sale, installation and maintenance of lifts for people with reduced mobility, such as stairlifts and lifting platforms, but also offers auto- \u2014 matic door openers, access ramps, overhead lifts, bath seats and so on.Our technicians repair and maintain many different types of assistive devices, including lift chairs, orthopaedic beds, scooters and much more (Residential Adaptation Assistance Program repair).Is one of your devices not working right?Call us at 819-658-2222 (or toll-free at 1-844-elevaction).Our team will come out to your home quickly and at no cost to discuss the best solutions for you.Have your freedom at home\u2014 it's crucial, and we understand that.Emergency services 24/7 819 658-2222 \"toll free:,1 844 353-8228 * www.elevaction!ca -Don\u2019t peek through the hole in the door.There is nothing beyond it that you want to see\u2014ever! -Bees sting! -Skunks are real! -Icabod Crane does not live in the woods in the Vale.likely your sibling just doesn\u2019t want to accompany you on the late night trip to use the outhouse.-Newspaper is softer than a catalogue page.-Never tell your friends that your bathroom is \u201cthe latest thing,\u201d upon seeing it, you will lose credibility.-Last but not least.DON\u2019T ever yell \u201cFIRE!\u201d if someone is in the outhouse, likely you will regret it.All these years later, as I reminisce myself, I find it hard to imagine most of the people I now know ever using an outhouse.The latest toilets do almost everything for you and some are even equipped with a receptionist who prioritizes your turn and gives you a lollipop when you exit.The outhouse in the Vale makes me AAO VE 6920551 (BeAcTiON R.B.Q.: 5718-0556-01 appreciate the little things in life and while it may be hard to understand by most, the memories still smell as sweet today as they did way back then.BECOME A VOLUNTEER: 1:877-356-32266 MAKE A DONATION: 1-800-418-1111@ 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have to pay for the land lease, which is much more affordable than a high mortgage you would be paying with conventional financing.Purchasing a home in a leased land community enables you to own a home that you otherwise may not be able to afford.This setup is ideal if you're a budding retiree, as a land lease community can help you live an exciting and active life well into your golden years.With services like grass cutting, snow shoveling and other maintenance tasks, you'll be free to stop doing the things you don't want to be doing and start focusing on mam A = what matters most to you.Resort-like amenities such as indoor and outdoor pools, fitness centres, organized fitness classes, golf courses, and walking and biking paths mean you'll have plenty of activities to keep you busy.The lifestyle is perfect if you want to join the snowbirds, as you can enjoy the warm Canadian summers but then easily close the doors to your home when the cooler temperatures arrive.Property management services like home watch security and mail collection offer safety and peace of mind while you're away.Homeowner protections exist to make sure your retirement is smooth and secure.For example, Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities remains a partner in the ongoing interest of the community and the protection of the homeowner's investment.Other benefits like professional management, amenities enhancement and specialized real estate services help foster a true sense of community.Find more information at www.park- bridge.com.vy wow y§ « Full Nursing Care, including Alzheimer & Dementia Care « *NEW?* Assisted Living + Private room & bathroom + Television, Telephone & WIFI + Nurse Call System + Includes Housekeeping & Meals EE A y WWW.MasSsScom.ca les Communautés de Retraités MASSAWIPPI re\" Retirement Communities Ror mies Mawfeklass 2o5isae HEent Sindee, QC Fees press reader Printed and distributed by PressReader PressReader.com + +1 604 278 4604 COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 6 THURSDAY, MAY 11, 2017 SENIORS newsroom(@sherbrookerecord.com The Record How to protect your senior parents online (NC) The so-called sandwich generation faces a tough time, juggling care and responsibilities of aging parents and young children.But while you're likely very aware of the dangers the internet pose for your kids, did you know seniors are also vulnerable?While they may not have grown up with the internet, like everyone else they use it to stay connected, organize things and make their lives more convenient.As they become increasingly active online, you can help them stay safe with these three tips: 1.Password security.Because seniors are a frequent target of cybercrime, it is important to explain the importance of using strong passwords.Suggest mixing up characters, numbers, letters, and cases, and using different passwords for different accounts.A password manager app that securely helps them keep track of all their passwords using only one login credential, like Last Pass, is a great idea.2.A backup never hurts.Ask your parents to share their passwords with you oo SANTE so they need not worry about misplacing important information like banking details and social media accounts.If you ever need to access an account on their behalf, you'll have everything you need.3.Ask a professional.\u201cToday, the online tools designed specifically for seniors are incredibly versatile and include everything from electronic medical records to digital estate planners.As these require personal information, make sure your parents choose reputable ones,\u201d recommends Shelly Smith, director of Telus Wise (Wise Internet and Smartphone Education).Help your parents talk to their health care providers to decide on the best tools to use when it comes to medical records and health and fitness apps.As always, make sure they only download them from trusted sources.This will ensure that sensitive personal information stays secure and is only accessible to trusted 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not everyone makes the transition smoothly, especially if living with a health condition like diabetes.\u201cFor all seniors, it's important to know how to reduce stress and manage health conditions.But for those living with diabetes, it can be even more complicated,\u201d says Toronto endocrinologist Harpreet S.Bajaj, MD, MPH.\u201cIt's important to know what lifestyle changes can help you feel your best or what technology is available to make your life even simpler.\u201d Here are few tips to help you reduce stress and enjoy your golden years.1.Get outside: Fresh air is a simple remedy that provides restorative health benefits.Explore the outdoors, read on a bench, or grab a coffee with a good friend.It's important to value physical and mental health, and discovering the great outdoors benefits both.2.Find a furry friend: Pets can help provide soothing comfort and improve overall well-being.Known to reduce stress, animals can be loving companions with positive lifestyle effects.Cud- 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