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Older B.C. adults will be able to tune into the Knowledge Network to learn about healthy lifestyle tips, the B.C. government said today in a press release. Ten short videos will be broadcast to encourage older adults to eat healthy foods, get regular physical activity and make simple, healthy choices that can have a tremendous impact on their overall health. The Knowledge Network will air the English-language videos for the next year, and the video shorts will be available on DVD and on the ActNow BC website at www.actnowbc.ca.
On Wednesday, Petro-Canada, an Olympic sponsor, announced it will underwrite the entire cost of accommodating and hosting two family members of every Canadian athlete for both Games, including supplying tickets to events to watch the competitions. "In 2010, Canada will send their greatest athletes to the Olympic Games. In 2010, Petro-Canada will host their greatest fans, their family members," said Boris Jackman, Petro-Canada's executive vice-president. The $3-million program, called the Canadian Athlete Family Program, will provide up to four days' accommodation and meals for an estimated 500 family members at a Vancouver hotel.
Osteoarthritis has become a major disability. More than four million people are affected with knee osteoarthritis in Canada. Most are in their career prime ages 20 to 64. The World Health Organization claims that osteoarthritis is the fourth cause of disability in women and the eighth most important one for men. The New England Journal of Medicine recently published a study on arthroscopy concluding that there are many non-surgical choices that are equally effective in managing pain. The toxic effects of anti-inflammatories have also been well documented. More info
What is Sledge Hockey? - Sledge hockey is designed for those with a physical disability who want the experience of playing regular hockey. Sitting in a sled with their feet in front of them, players use picks at the end of their shortened hockey sticks to move down the ice, and play under the same rules as ice hockey. Sledge hockey debuted at the Paralympics at the 1994 Winter Games in Lillehammer, Norway.
Muscular Dystrophy of Canada. Youth in Action 2008 took place from Friday September 26th to Sunday September 28th. The conference was a huge success, and over 44 youths and their guests participated in workshops centering around the issue of independence. This conference featured youths from all over Canada, from west to east and even to the far north. With entertainment from Canadian B-Boy Luca “Lazylegz” Patuelli and from Canadian singer/songwriter Justin Hines.
The new Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Index Plan - COAHIP, gives you the chance to own a home, by giving you the money you need as down-payment on that home. If you are a low or medium income earner, depending on your situation, you may be eligible for up to Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($15,000). Go to: http://www.affordablehousingindex.com/eligibility to find out what amount you are eligible to receive.
News for Canadian Seniors:
Seniors are healthier, more affluent, more independent and living longer than ever before. The vast majority of the 4.3 million Canadians over the age of 65 are active, engaged participants in family and community life, and many are international globetrotters. yet there is one glaring exception: Far too many seniors struggling with mental illness remain isolated, lonely and disabled. And according to new research released this week, most aren't getting the help they need. About one in five people over the age of 65 living in the community suffer from diagnosable mental illnesses such as depression, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia - about the same rate as the general population. Further information
According to a report just released by the Council on Aging of Ottawa, there is a chronic shortage of affordable housing options for low and modest income seniors (where households spend 30 per cent or less on accommodation), a growing demand for temporary emergency housing by seniors and the situation continues to worsen with the senior population explosion.
The operator of Canada’s first Kindermusik studio, each Friday Sutherland plans to bring a class of babies and parents to Roseview Manor to share a special version of her Village and Seniors program, encouraging the facility’s senior residents to join in the fun. "It’s all about seniors getting together with parents and little people and making music together. It’s a great opportunity for everyone to have a really fun time together and a way to create community and a sense of belonging for the residents."
Coming Events:
On Oct. 29 at the Student Union Building from 12–7 p.m., CanAssist is hosting a free Disability Resource Fair to showcase programs and services offered by disability organizations from Victoria and Vancouver. Keynote speakers and musical guests will be featured. Info: www.canassist.ca or call 250-721-7300.
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