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[" October 25, 2018 SENIORS A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO Page 2 Thursday , October 25 , 2018 SENIORS newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record \u2022 Non-profit organization with reasonable rates \u2022 Government certified \u2022 Only 30 minutes from Sherbrooke, in a charming period residence in the picturesque town of Bury, since 1964 St.Paul\u2019s Rest Home Are you looking for respite care?Are you looking for a safe and cosy home-like place where to live?Just call or email our friendly staff: 819-872-3356 or info@stpaulsr.mywhc.ca 592 Main St., Bury, QC J0B 1J0 NC) When you are sitting in your doctor\u2019s office, it can feel like your mind suddenly goes blank as soon as you are asked \u2018do you have any questions\u2019.Cut out this article and bring it to your next appointment.1.How and When Should I Use This Medication?Many medications are most effective when taken at certain times of the day and in some cases with or without food.Some medications require learning how to use a device (such as an inhaler, of which there are many types).2.What Are the Best Ways I Can Manage Multiple Medications?If you have several medications, it is often good to ask whether they are best taken together or throughout the day.Some pharmacies can pack your pills into pouches saving you time and confusion about which medications to take when.3.Is There a Simpler Way to Get My Medication Dosing?When it comes to multiple pills and inhalers it is easy to get overwhelmed.Advances in treatment may have resulted in easier to use medications.Ask your doctor for the best strategy to use for you.4.How Do I Know When I Should Stop Taking This Medication?Some medications are prescribed for a short period based on a symptom you are experiencing, while others are for long- term use to help slow down or control disease progression.Check with your doctor before stopping a medication because you are feeling better.5.What Should I Do If I Miss a Dose?It happens to everyone, but doubling a dose the next day can be dangerous for some medications.Ask your doctor or pharmacist what you should do if you miss a dose of your medication, and tips for making your daily routine less complex and easier to follow.Always confirm instructions before starting or changing a medication.Be sure to ask your doctor if there are options available that may work better, or help to cut down on the number of medications you take.Top 5 questions you should ask your doctor about prescribed medications (NC) All natural health products must be licensed before they can be sold in Canada.But what does this mean for shoppers?This rule means that all licensed products have been assessed by Health Canada and have been found to be safe, effective and of high quality under their recommended conditions of use.Look for the eight-digit Health Canada Natural Product Number or NPN on the label of the product to ensure that it\u2019s been approved.Examples of products that have an NPN include vitamin and mineral supplements, plant-based remedies, traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicines, omega 3 supplements and probiotics.You can look up information about a specific product or search the licensed natural health products database on Health Canada\u2019s website.All products listed contain the product\u2019s brand name, medicinal and non-medicinal ingredients, dosage form, recommended use, and any contra-indications or known adverse reactions.Look for the NPN on the items you purchase at your local Canadian Health Food Association member health food store.Find your nearest location at chfa.ca.How to know you\u2019re buying safe and effective natural health products Thursday , October 25 , 2018 Page 3 The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com SENIORS (NC) Were you born between 1945 and 1975?If so, you might not know you\u2019re at an increased risk of certain illnesses, including hepatitis C.Recently, the Canadian Association for the Study of the Liver recommended that Canadians be tested based on their age, not just possible risk factors.According to the new guidelines on the management of chronic hepatitis C, those born between 1945 and 1975 should be tested for the virus, aligning with the recommendations established by the Canadian Liver Foundation.  There is no warning for hepatitis C because its symptoms often don\u2019t appear until the liver is severely damaged.Un- diagnosed and untreated chronic hepatitis C can lead to liver cancer and is the number one reason for liver transplants in Canada.Many people who have this liver disease show no symptoms, and up to an estimated 70 per cent of people with chronic hepatitis C in Canada don\u2019t even know they have the infection.To find out your hepatitis risk, complete the Canadian Liver Foundation\u2019s viral hepatitis questionnaire at liver.ca/hepatitisquestionnaire.Doctors warn that older Canadians need this health test (NC) When most of us think about diabetes, feet don\u2019t immediately come to mind.However, foot experts say looking after your feet and lower limbs should be a priority if you are living with the condition.\u201cOver time, diabetes can cause damage to the nerves in the feet, which makes it difficult to feel if cuts or blisters are forming,\u201d explains Anthony Harper, a Canadian certified pedorthist and president of the Pedorthic Association of Canada.\u201cDiabetes can also cause blood vessels in the feet and lower limbs to become constricted, which makes it much more difficult for infections and wounds to heal.\u201d Common foot problems such as calluses, corns, blisters and dry skin can become a serious issue if you have diabetes, as they can quickly develop into deep sores that are slow and difficult to heal.Foot ulcers can easily become infected, and in some cases lead to an amputation if they aren\u2019t caught and treated early.As a healthcare professional specializing in foot care, Harper counsels many people living with diabetes about foot care and ulcer prevention.Here are his top tips: Dry skin.This is a common problem if you have diabetes.Although it doesn\u2019t appear serious, dry, brittle skin cracks easily, allowing bacteria to enter which can lead to infections.To keep the skin on your feet soft, use a moisturizing lotion daily.But don\u2019t put lotion between your toes, as that area is susceptible to fungal infections.Check your feet daily for cracks.Corns and calluses.Wearing poorly fitting shoes can cause both corns and calluses to form.After your bath or shower, gently remove the excess tissue with a pumice stone.Do not try to cut it off.Speak to your pedorthist about whether foot orthotics or a different brand or size of footwear will reduce the rubbing and shift weight off sensitive areas.   Blisters.Ill-fitting shoes can also cause blisters to form.Always wear socks with your shoes and pull them up to make sure there aren\u2019t any wrinkles or bumps.If you get a blister, do not pop it.Clean and dry it carefully, apply an antiseptic ointment and a clean bandage.Preventative care.When it comes to diabetes, prevention is best.Wash your feet daily in warm water, but do not soak them.Dry them thoroughly.Check your feet daily for cuts, rubs, redness or any signs of injury.To avoid ingrown toe nails that can lead to infection, trim your toenails straight across.Always wear properly fitted, closed toe shoes inside and outside.Before putting on your shoes, check them carefully to make sure they don\u2019t contain any little twigs or stones.Have your feet examined annually by a Canadian certified Pedorthist or your doctor.Find more information online at pe- dorthic.ca.The surprising thing people with diabetes need to watch for We thank the community for their support.100-257 QUEEN SHERBROOKE, QC J1M 1K7 819 822-3314 www.townshippersfoundation.ca Page 4 Thursday , October 25 , 2018 SENIORS newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record We keep our Sen iors ac t iv e ! Are you newly retired and have some available free time?We can use you! A volunteer can really make a difference in the lives of our clients! We need your help so that they can benefit from as many of the following resources as possible: ?Escort/transport ?Meals on Wheels ?Friendly visits ?Support to Caregivers ?Prevention programs ?OPALS \u2013 group activity For information contact us at: Lennoxville and District Community Aid 819-821-4779 or info@communityaid.ca Visit our website at: www.communityaid.ca Thursday , October 25 , 2018 Page 5 The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com SENIORS (NC) For many Canadians entering retirement, moving to the United States for part of the year is the perfect antidote to our harsh winter months.Yet going for an extended stay is a bit more complicated than simply packing a suitcase and hopping on a plane.Alain Forget, director and head of sales at RBC Bank, has three must- have items to consider before you leave: 1.Prepare a cross- border kit to take with you.Border officials will often question your intent when entering the country.To prove your intent to return to Canada, bring your passport, recent telephone or utility bills, your Canadian tax return, driver\u2019s license and health card.2.Check your insurance coverage.Make sure the policy you have covers hospital and related medical costs, as well as emergency transfer to Canada if needed.Also find out if your policy covers pre-ex- isting medical conditions, consider adding travel coverage and update it if needed before you go.3.Keep a record of your medical history handy.This is important if you ever need medical attention because it will provide doctors with details of your medication dosages and other important information they may need.Also, make sure your immunizations are up to date.Before you go, appoint someone as your healthcare power of attorney who can make decisions on your behalf.Once you get there, watch the calendar.There are different immigration and tax rules depending on your length of stay.For example, if you are in the U.S.for more than 182 days in a calendar year, you might have to file an American tax return and may even lose your provincial health insurance.To make day-to-day life easier, consider getting a U.S.bank account and credit card so you will always have easy access to cash, money transfers and payments.Learn more at www.rbcbank.com.3 things all snowbirds need to know Lauren Brus Residential Real Estate Broker 819-574-4311 Where passion and professionalism meet! lbrus@remax-quebec.com www.laurenbrus.com D'ABORD inc.819-868-6666 848 Principale West, Magog www.remax-quebec.com Drone pictures Free market evaluation Page 6 Thursday , October 25 , 2018 SENIORS newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record (NC) In January 2019, the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) enhancement will take its first step toward improving retirement benefits for all working Canadians.Starting this January, you and your employer will begin making higher contributions to the CPP.In 2019, the contribution rate will increase from 4.95% to 5.1%.Contribution rates will rise gradually from 2019 to 2025, so you have time to readjust your yearly budget.By increasing your contributions, you\u2019ll receive more from the CPP when you are eligible to receive these benefits.Your employer will deduct the increased CPP contributions from your paycheques as they have in the past.If you file your taxes electronically there will be no extra work for you to do at tax time.If you file on paper, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) forms will guide you through calculations needed to claim a tax credit on the base CPP contributions and a tax deduction on the enhanced CPP contributions.The CRA offers resources and tools to help you understand the enhancement, how the enhancement will affect you, and what you need to do in order to be prepared.Find out more at canada.ca/cpp-enhancement-employees.New Canada Pension Plan changes to enhance your retirement (NC) Just as technological tools are increasingly used to support health and fitness efforts, why wouldn\u2019t seniors want in on the expanding variety of available tech supports?In Ontario, Telehomecare combines remote patient monitoring with health coaching by phone to help people with congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease manage their condition in the comfort of their own homes.A recent patient experience survey of 134 people, predominantly seniors ages 65 and over who participated in the Ontario Telemedicine Network program found that 96 per cent were satisfied with the approach.Free of charge to patients, the program provides simple equipment connected to a tablet that securely sends off vital sign data for monitoring by a nurse.A total of 96 per cent of patients expressed that they felt the technological tools provided were easy to use.Overall satisfaction with the program also garnered very positive scores, with 92 per cent of patients stating that they would definitely or probably recommend the program to a friend.  The survey results indicate that technology can be successfully integrated into health condition management for patients of any age.\u201cI am satisfied that I have the necessary tools with me now to save me a 911 trip to the emergency room.I understand my condition better now.I found that this program made me more sure of myself.I didn\u2019t panic the way I used to.I do not feel so alone with my health problems,\u201d shares one anonymous patient.Perhaps the greatest upside to leveraging a program like Telehomecare is reducing the need to visit the emergency room or a primary care provider, which 81 per cent and 76 per cent of patients reported respectively.Virtual care programs like this one are a key part of the solution in overcoming the current challenges in Ontario\u2019s healthcare system, making healthcare more convenient and easily accessible for people of all ages.Find more information at myvirtualhealth.ca.Savvy seniors use tech to manage health www.voyageslennoxville.com !\" # $ ## % !! 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Titulaire d\u2019un permis du Québec 703085 et Intermédiaire en transport Residence Debbie Morrison 19 Principale North Sawyerville, QC J0B 3A0 819-889-2810 Rooms available now Financing Education awards for Townshippers since 1973.Giving back to better the lives of our award winners .How to donate: online www.lampefoundation.org By mail Lampe Foundation 1760 ch.Ayer\u2019s Cliff, Ste.Catherine?de?Hatley, QC, JOB 1WO Help us to Light the Way to a Brighter Future A little humour An elderly gent was invited to his old friends' home for dinner one evening.He was impressed by the way his buddy preceded every request to his with endearing terms-Honey, My Love, Darling, Sweetheart, Pumpkin, etc.The couple had been married almost 70 years, and clearly they were still very much in love.While the wife was in the kitchen, the man leaned over and said to his host, \"I think it's wonderful that, after all these years, you still call your wife those loving pet names.\" The old many hung his head.\"I have to tell you the truth,\" he said, \"I forgot her name about 10 years ago.\" Thursday , October 25 , 2018 Page 7 The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com SENIORS (NC) Succession planning is an issue that is top of mind for many farm owners.Often the plan is to hand over the reins to a younger family member.But when family is involved, there can be greater sensitivity amongst the participants and greater potential for differences of opinion.  \u201cIt\u2019s only natural that perspectives on succession are significantly different for senior and junior partners as they transition into new roles,\u201d says Ryan Riese, national director of agriculture strategy at RBC.\u201cEven in cases where the younger generation has been part of the operation all along, their roles and expectations naturally evolve over time.\u201d Junior partners have their own ambitions and needs that aren\u2019t necessarily what the senior partner had in mind, at least not immediately.The best way for a junior partner to approach the process is to treat it like they would any other business transaction.While this isn\u2019t always easy, here are some steps you can take: 1.Be patient.Sometimes a junior partner comes to the table with plenty of new and innovative ideas.However, being a little too quick to change things can sometimes put the senior partner on the defensive.2.Start the discussion early.Once the senior partner has voiced the idea of retiring or slowing down, ease into the conversation.If you look too eager or push too hard, the senior partner may start pulling back.3.Put your personal feelings aside.Emotions can quickly stall progress and create negative feelings among family members.Keep the discussion within a business framework with specific processes.Include all parties, such as employees and family members.Conduct a proper business meeting off site, where you can talk professionally about expectations, roles and timelines.Most importantly, write them down.4.Evaluate your plan annually.Set a time each year to talk about your progress and what you need to focus on next.Keep that conversation within the guidelines you have written down.5.Don\u2019t leave your senior partner out of the picture.Together, find a specific task or a way they can contribute after the transition.Continue to invite them to the more challenging business conversations and/or decision-making meetings.Both sides will appreciate the support.Find more information online at rbc.com/succession.5 tips to smooth succession planning or the family business Page 8 Thursday , October 25 , 2018 SENIORS newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Brendalee Piironen Executive Director 819-826-3266 ext.247 bpiironen@waleshome.ca Call for an appointment today! Accredited and Certified www.waleshome.ca All our services are in English The CHSLD has now obtained public funding - hence residents now pay maximum rates established by the RAMQ (semi-private $1560.00, private $1867.50) 506 Route 243 North, Cleveland, QC J0B 2H0 New Comfort, Care and Countryside If you are looking for quality care, a safe and secure home, where seniors\u2019 dignity is respected in an environment that promotes independence, friendship and comfort! At the WALES HOME, you will find all of this and more! FRONT OF HOUSE EXPANSION with indoor pool and state of the art therapy department CHSLD EXPANSION to be completed Spring 2019 The CHSLD Wales and Résidence Wales Home are proud to announce they have recently been presented with FIVE new awards of excellence, making the total number of honors since 2011 soar to an impressive FIFTEEN.On June 13, 2018, Réseau Planetree Francophone acknowledged our Executive Director, Brendalee Piironen, for her contribution to person?centered care by awarding her a special mention for the quality of her lead?ership.On October 4, 2018, the Fédération Québécoise du loisir en institution granted our facility with the \u201cRecreation and quality of life\u201d award as it dis?tinguishes itself by its commitment in respecting the residents\u2019 dignity, and by offering a comfortable and safe living environment encouraging auton?omy, friendship and well?being.On October 10, 2018, at the Planetree International conference (Boston, USA), the Wales Home received three awards: GOLD CERTIFICATION for excellence in person?centered care; the INNOVATION AWARD for our Well?ness room that offers a Zen environment for residents, families and employ?ees to enjoy; and the 2018 PLANETREE SCHOLAR AWARD that honors individuals whose works and deeds inspire people to greater heights was attributed to our Executive Director Brendalee Piironen."]