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September / October 2016
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Pennies Make Pounds
Going to University for the first time
Caring For the Carers
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Diet and Exercise Why both are crucial
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4. YOUR HOME
When my mother and father first bought – or I suspect hired – a TV, it was the bee’s knees. It was that wonder box in the corner which took you all around the world, albeit in a very fuzzy black and white. Times have changed ...
10. FAMILY LIFE September, and for many young people it’s a longer summer holiday with the daunting prospect of a whole new era – university!
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NOTE FROM THE EDITOR Welcome to our Sept/Oct issue and we hope you have got over the ‘Back to School’ chaos, if that applies to you. Our daughter asked us one day … Why are people in so many countries in the world fighting? – it seems like that’s all we see on the news!” Help! This is a big question, requiring an even bigger answer, to a small child. ‘Because some tribes hate each other?’ or ‘that is how grown-ups express themselves?’ or ‘I don’t know?’ It made me look up the word peace in the dictionary. It defined it as ‘calm, tranquillity, quiet, stillness’. One news Disclaimer
item showed Syria, then Egypt, Northern Ireland, once close communities killing each other, cyber bullying, the list goes on and on. How do we teach our children what peace really is? The 21st September is World Peace day and the theme as always is ‘Who Will You Make Peace With’. I believe peace starts with an individual. Peace day is not only about a reduction of violence in areas of conflict but it is also about reducing violence in our own communities, homes and schools. So who will you make peace with? … Hope you enjoy this issue packed with everything from home improvement
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YOUR HOME
“How old is the washing machine anyway,” I asked. “Twenty years,” she moaned, “and it’s never had a problem.” In this day and age, I think her twenty years’ trusty service from that machine, was probably about fifteen years longer that most manufacturers would dare stand over their products. She bought a new one. And that’s something we all need to bear in mind. When a video recorder was £500 many years ago, and you can now buy a DVD player and get change out of £30, no one in their right mind is going to guarantee you endless years of use.
A Brave New World! By Luke North Microwave is not so much a nine letter word in our house, it’s more a four letter one! Because of all the additions we’ve made, the microwave, sorry, the microwaves, have been our most consistently poor performer. My sister Sophie once grumbled to me about her washing machine breaking down. She’d done the usual, tried switching it off and on; she’d programmed a different wash cycle; she tried a rinse only setting; and the old technical favourite, she given it a good bang with the palm of her hand! But it still wouldn’t work. The young man with the oily hands arrived and told her it needed new brushes, until a close inspection revealed that it needed a new drum, and an even closer examination drew a shrug of his shoulders and the fatal words “it’s done”! She thanked him and rang me to see what I thought. “I know nothing about washing machines”, I informed her. “Who came to look at it?” And she named the company and what the engineer had said. “Well, I think I’d be inclined to believe them,” I said. Undeterred, she sought - and got - a second opinion. Same answer.
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Ask your friends how often they change their mobile phone. How many tablets or iPads do some of your family have? How many people do you know who get by with one television set? When my mother and father first bought – or I suspect hired – a TV, it was the bee’s knees. It was that wonder box in the corner which took you all around the world, albeit in a very fuzzy black and white. And I still remember my father employing that technical approach referred to earlier, when the picture kept jumping! Nowadays, so many folk have one in each room, and one in the kitchen, just in case! And as for the wonder box in the corner, neighbours I know of, with a front room of similar proportions to our own, ie. 15 ft x 15 ft – 5m x 5m for the younger reader – have what can only be described as a cinema-size screen which is above their fireplace and extends clearly either side! Honestly, their eyes must be dancing in their sockets when they switch it off and stagger blindly from the room. But this is the world of today. Shorter lifespan because technology is constantly, and rapidly, changing. Prices are so much lower, in relative terms, than ten or twenty years ago. Goods which will start to give up the ghost after four or five years is not unusual. But the price of that tumble dryer, the half and half fridge-freezer, the TV for around £100, still represents terrific value compared to what our parents may have paid in their day. So perhaps I should stop gurning about the microwaves. So what if I’ve had to buy a third one in five years? For goodness sake, the cheapest microwave starts at just over £30. If I get 18 months daily use for £30, that equates to 5p a day. Yes, 5p a day. And I’m complaining??!!
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YOUR HOME
Season of Mists and.... Home Improvement! I’m hunched in front of this keyboard while my wife is extremely busy behind me. Sounds of moving, dragging, lifting ... and generally, lots of huffing and puffing. As summer (what summer?) draws to a close and we come to terms with being indoors a lot more often through the approaching autumn and winter months, she has decided that a good tidy-up, followed by a little home improvement is in order. Now the tidy-up I don’t mind, especially with the current arrangements - me sitting, she struggling - but the improvement, I’m not so sure about. And that’s where one’s age, one’s creaking knees, and one’s general laziness has to be borne in mind! And I just happen to know a chap who is very good with his hands.....
By Luke North
And the front gate the postman helpfully left ajar, the one hanging on the threads of a single hinge, the one adjoining the fence which took a battering last winter and which now looks like a flexi-fence. That needs seeing to as well, I say. We’ll get that looked at. The garage could do with..... She stops, unsure how long her run of good luck will continue. Oh for g... For goodness sake, I say weakly – or is that meekly – that goes without saying, I point out. It was on the tip of my tongue. Leave that to me.
So here’s my plan. We’ll start with decorating. I suggest fresh paint in the kitchen, a good deep clean of the tiled surfaces, a couple of new plants – preferably two which don’t require a lot of care and are cat-proof, and re-coat the gloss on the doors. She nods in agreement. These bedrooms need a good spring clean, I say, well..... autumn clean. And how vibrant this room would look with new curtains and matching duvet. Perhaps a throw, too. She smiles. And this bathroom, I mutter. We could do with a couple of updates to the furniture. Throw out the old set of drawers and we’ll invest in new ones. And that cabinet above the sink looks very 80s. A little free-standing unit, maybe a browse through one of the big retail outlets tomorrow and we’ll get some more ideas, I add. She’s now broken into a broad grin.
Enjoying the moment, I move towards the stairs and mumble something about worn pile and fading pattern. Maybe see about a new strip of stair carpet, something tying in with the wallpaper. She frowns. Although that wallpaper has seen better days, I quickly announce. She’s smiling so much now, those dimples she dislikes are beginning to show. Making my way back to the kitchen to put the kettle on, I realise the postman’s at the front door. Doorbell’s not working, he says, hasn’t worked for some time. No problem, I respond, that’s getting seen to as well. After the front door has been sanded down and re-varnished, I continue. My wife is beaming.
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Will yer man take care of that too? she wonders. Not flipping likely, the voice in my head says. I’ll manage that, I add, brightly. (I’m not so slow. At least in the garage I’ll get a bit of peace. Radio on, endless cups of tea, left to my own devices. She hates spiders. The garage is my refuge.) To say she’s pleased is the understatement of the year. She’s no doubt wondering what’s come over me. She’ll begin to suspect I’m trying to get round her because I fancy changing the car. Or I’ve broken some prized personal possession of hers and am now wildly earning brownie points before I break the news. But no, nothing like that. Male readers will appreciate the value of the simple life. A day-to-day existence when all is at peace in the world. A harmonious, pleasant, smiling, uncomplicated routine. I positively welcome that. Now, what did I do with the bank’s telephone number?
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FAMILY LIFE
Top Tips for Attending A Wedding Fair Getting married is such an exciting time for couples. Organising the celebration can however be overwhelming. Whatever your stage of planning, attending a Wedding Fayre can be a fantastic source of inspiration and practically useful in securing the right supplier. In today’s age of the Internet, we are presented with many research options – suppliers’ websites, social media, blogs and magazines to name but a few. However your wedding should be a reflection of you both as a couple so you want to get it right. The importance of speaking face to face with the supplier you are potentially entrusting with your most special day, cannot be over emphasised.
Competitions and Giveaways - If you are not in it, you can’t win it! Someone has to win each competition so you may get lucky.
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Discounts – Many suppliers offer a one off discount available on the day of the Fayre. If you know your budget, take advantage of this and save yourself £££.
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For those who haven’t booked their venue, use the opportunity to view the wedding facilities on offer in the venue. Chat to the events team, meet the caterers and check out their prices.
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Attending a Wedding Fayre allows you to meet with many different suppliers in one day to see the quality of their service for yourself, avail of special offers and see if you are comfortable with them and whether they can recreate your vision.
If you are someone who likes to get the advice of others, take bridesmaids, friends or family members to bounce ideas off.
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Arrive early and take your time. This will allow you to make the most of the day. Make a stop off for coffee and a snack to keep you going!
Wedding Fayres have progressed over the years. Now, along with speaking to a choice of suppliers to suit a range of tastes and styles, couples can also enjoy live band showcases, professionally choreographed catwalk shows showcasing style to suit the whole wedding party and the opportunity to view the reception facilities on offer in the venue.
Don’t be afraid to ask plenty of questions and keep an open mind. The exhibitors have many years of experience and may be able to enhance your vision with their own ideas. If you are unsure of what you would like, ask about the available options and check out images of their previous work.
At the very least, it is a fantastic day out, where you are surrounded by other excited couples who you can chat to about your wedding until your heart is content! TO MAKE THE MOST OF THE DAY, HERE ARE A FEW USEFUL TIPS:
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Come prepared! Before attending the show, have a chat with your partner to decide what you still need to book and be clear about what you would like to spend. Take notes in a notepad or on your phone.
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Prioritise those suppliers that you want to book next and dedicate time to speaking with them. Simply collecting leaflets can feel overwhelming and it is difficult to get a real feel for the service on offer.
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Create a wedding email address in advance– This will keep all wedding related emails together and ensure that after the big day, wedding emails are not cluttering up your personal email account.
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Take swatches of your material or your Pinterest board on the day to show suppliers what you are hoping to achieve.
The biggest piece of advice would be to enjoy it! This is an exciting, happy time for you so have fun. Allow everyone there to take some of the stress out of planning for you, and help you sit back and have a great time! Lagan Valley Island are holding their Wedding Fayre on Sunday 11th September 2016 from 2 – 5pm. Entry is free and free car parking is available onsite.
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FAMILY LIFE
Pennies Make Pounds! September, and for many young people it’s a longer summer holiday with the daunting prospect of a whole new era – university! Ah yes, away from home, no one telling you what to do, a few hours’ study each day, endless opportunities to make new friends. And then there’s the question of money. Groan! Unfortunately, finance is likely to be uppermost in your mind. So how do you approach this? How do you ensure that the comfortable lifestyle you have hitherto enjoyed, is to some extent, maintained? Time for some In-Touch tips and suggestions to make sure new students cope…… First, add up your student income, whether from home, part-time job, savings or student loan. Next, write down all your outgoings, or likely necessary expenditure: fees to be paid, rent for ‘halls’ or digs. Then comes the least pleasant part – the bills! Electricity, gas, phone, television licence – yes, you do need one! And make sure you’re paying as little as you possibly can for those energy bills. All of a sudden, turning off unnecessary lights and appliances won’t seem miserly! Food, glorious food! Shop wisely, check out alternatives to big brand names. Look for genuine bargains, compare price per kilo/litre/gram of different products. Come up with a likely amount that should cover those trips to the supermarket, remembering to budget for toiletries and other household products you sort of assumed just appeared by magic at home! And we still haven’t mentioned books, resources for your course, clothes, footwear. (Good shoes will become essential if you’re making your way around on foot, thereby saving money on bus fares.)
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All very depressing? It shouldn’t be, it’s life, or the start of your more adult life. Be economical; look for cost-cutting measures, learn how to ‘trim’ purchases. Your mobile: are you on the best contract? Do you really need that latest model? Lots of apps, yes, but lots of dosh?
Remember the benefits of the uni library. Not just a source of textbooks, that’s where you’re likely to find free wi-fi and in the winter months, perhaps some welcome warmth. Many areas in around the campus will also provide you with free surfing. Use it, not your own data. Same story in those coffee shops you’ll find yourself in from time to time. Take warm clothing for cooler days. Turning down the heat in your accommodation by just a few degrees could mean considerable savings in oil, electricity or gas. Finally, banks! Do some homework, compare offers, see where the best value lies. And don’t be tempted by store cards or credit cards. Those could bring more needless debt. Time enough for that in a few years’ time! Share tips and experiences with fellow students. Learn from others. Keep an open mind but remember – it’s your money, you might as well have it as freely pass it on to big business without good reason. And back to food, if you’re fortunate to be studying in Northern Ireland, remember the best money-saving tip of all when you come home at weekends to get your clothes washed!! Mum and dad’s food cupboards! Enjoy the next few years!
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FAMILY LIFE
Managing Your Retirement Savings If you’ve accumulated numerous workplace pensions over the years, it can be difficult to keep track of how they are preforming. The process of bringing all your pensions together is called consolidation. If you have more than one pension pot, you might want to consider consolidating all of your pots into one for simplicity. You may also benefit from lower charges by doing this. If appropriate to your situation, it may be good not to have ‘all your eggs in the one basket’. It is important to remember that you might not benefit from transferring your pensions all into one place. WHY WOULD I WANT TO CONSIDER CONSOLIDATING MY PENSIONS? •
You’ll only have to deal with one provider which could make life simpler
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If you decide to buy an annuity when you want to take benefits, you’ll only receive one payment each month (if you choose to have your income paid monthly). This can feel more familiar as it will probably mirror how your salary was paid
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If you’re likely to buy an annuity, you could receive a better annuity rate as your account will be bigger, and some companies offer better rates depending on the size of your pension account
This is not an exhaustive list of the issues you should bear in mind. If you are interested in consolidating your pension accounts, you should obtain professional financial advice. WHAT ISSUES SHOULD I CONSIDER BEFORE DECIDING TO CONSOLIDATE? •
Make sure there are no penalties if you transfer your account from one provider to another
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Some companies offer ‘Guaranteed Annuity Rates’, and these can provide a much higher income than today’s annuity rates might offer. Any ‘Guaranteed Annuity Rate’ could be lost if you consolidate your pensions – you should check with your pension provider
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If you’re in a final salary or defined benefit scheme, you don’t need to buy an annuity because final salary pensions aim to provide a known and guaranteed level of cover. If you are in one of these schemes, stop to think about what you may be moving away from. From April 2015, transfers can now only be made from funded final salary schemes so it is not possible to transfer out from an unfunded public sector scheme
Glenn Welby and Ciaran Rea IT COULD STILL MAKE SENSE TO CONSOLIDATE As you approach your retirement, your pension pots may have appreciated significantly, and you may decide that any exit penalties or fees for advice represent significant disincentives to act. However, if you’re unhappy with your existing arrangements and your funds are letting you down, it could still make sense to consolidate. You may still have ten or fifteen years to go, and consolidation now gives you the added benefit of having all your money in one place for the purpose of buying an annuity or putting your money into income drawdown. There are advantages to consolidating your pensions, but there are also pitfalls. The most suitable course of action may depend on what kinds of pension you have and how long you have until retirement. CONSIDERING CONSOLIDATING YOUR PENSIONS? If you’re considering consolidating your pensions, it’s important to weigh up the benefits and drawbacks. Pensions and tax rules are complex. To discuss your situation and ensure that you don’t lose any valuable benefits, please contact us. A PENSION IS A LONG-TERM INVESTMENT. THE FUND VALUE MAY FLUCTUATE AND CAN GO DOWN, WHICH WOULD HAVE AN IMPACT ON THE LEVEL OF PENSION BENEFITS AVAILABLE. YOUR PENSION INCOME COULD ALSO BE AFFECTED BY INTEREST RATES AT THE TIME YOU TAKE YOUR BENEFITS. THE TAX IMPLICATIONS OF PENSION WITHDRAWALS WILL BE BASED ON YOUR INDIVIDUAL CIRCUMSTANCES, TAX LEGISLATION AND REGULATION, WHICH ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE IN THE FUTURE.
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HEALTHY LIVING
The Role of Diet and Exercise in Health All of us at some point will try and take stock of our health, wether it be in promoting weight loss or as a result of some other underlying health condition. In doing so many of us will consider which approach will yield the most benefit to our goals, diet or exercise or a combination of the pair.
hydrated you will have more energy and will therefore be less likely to crave sugar. The best guage of hydration is the colour of your urine, which should almost be clear.
In reality a two pronged approach of both diet and exercise will prove crucial to our health and well being. Generally adhering to a balance of aerobic and resistance training whilst also choosing a diet high in fruits, vegetables, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats and lean protein sources is the best way to optimise good health overall. For the purpose of this article we will look more into something specific i.e. weight loss or more importantly fat loss and give a few quick tips on how to best maximise the process. Firstly a focus on diet is of major importance, in this instance the body must be in a calorie deficit i.e. taking in less calories than we are putting out. In order to create this restrict calories by about 500 per day which in itself can result in 1lb of fat loss per week. Concentrate your diet primarily on whole rich foods as opposed to processed or fast foods. Fruits, vegetables, wholegrains as opposed to white bread, sweets etc. Lean meats such as chicken, fish and turkey offer great alternatives to red meat and ready meals.
Smart eating throughout the day will also fuel your body more efficiently and also help keep your blood sugar levels balanced. This is important as whenever blood sugar levels fluctuate, enery and weight loss can also be affected, and not in a positive way. To maintain an even blood sugar level try to eat every three hours or so resulting in five or six smaller meals throughout the day. Ideal meals will contain lean protein, healthy fats and complex carbohydrates. Regular meals can also help control the stress hormone cortisol which also can lead to weight gain and unwanted water retention. Another important factor and one which is often overlooked is making sure you drink enough water throughout the day. By keeping your body adequately
Secondly exercise will have major positive effects on weight loss. When it comes to successsful and lasting weight loss, healthy eating is only part of the solution. Physical activity will take you closer to your goals by burning calories thus stretching that calorie deficit even further. Exercise also can help to prevent many health conditions, decrease stress, and generally makes you feel better. In order to make more of an impact make sure your exercise program is structured in some way and contains both aerobic activity eg. walking, cycling and also some form of resistance training i.e. weight training in order to build muscle. Due to contrary beliefs building muscle has more of an impact on weight loss than cardio due to its ability to speed up the bodies metabolism. Therefore having both these implemented into the program will yield the maximum benefit. There you have it, a basic review of how diet and exercise combined can have a massive effect not only on weight loss but also on our general health. Small steps over time, yield great results. By Elite Health and Fitness
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Market Square’s Movie Mania To celebrate ‘International Chocolate Day,’ Market Square will screen two chocolate themed movies on Tuesday 13th September for FREE, showing Matilda (PG) from 2.30pm until 4.30pm and Charlie & the Chocolate Factory (PG) from 4.30pm until 6.30pm. The winner of the golden ticket hunt will also be announced on ‘International Chocolate Day.’ To be in with a chance of winning this chocoholics dream prize, sponsored by Thorntons of Bow Street, Lisburn, look out for TEN golden tickets hidden in the windows of shops and cafes in Lisburn City Centre from Saturday 3rd September to Sunday 11th September. Whilst in Market Square, why not call to local department store Smyth Patterson who will be marking ‘International Chocolate Day’ and the return of ‘Great British Bake Off’ with in-store cooking demonstrations when you can come along and try tasty chocolate-y treats! If that’s not enough - Toy Story (PG) will also be shown in Lisburn City Centre on Friday 9th September from 6pm until 8pm so remember to pack a blanket and take a seat to enjoy the show with Buzz Lightyear and friends meeting and greeting on arrival. Councillor Uel Mackin, Chair of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council’s Development Committee comments: “Market Square has experienced significant revitalisation and we have celebrated this with an extensive events schedule
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throughout 2016. Many people have attended the events that have taken place so far and enjoyed their experience across the City Centre, calling into local cafés, shops, and restaurants when they visit. We encourage everyone to come along and enjoy the movies on the big screen in the Square in September.”
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Who Cares for the Carers Imagine being the parent of a child with special needs, or the husband or wife of someone struck down by long term illness, or the next door neighbour of a single old person with no family who has come home after being in hospital for a long time, and you are suddenly the carer. It is a daunting task. Most people take on the caring initially as it is the natural thing to do and this is admirable and good. Most people take it on without any training or preparation and “ learn on the job” . Most people become worn out and exhausted physically and mentally over a period of time. And many become fearful of how they will go on coping as in most cases there is no apparent end to this caring. As a GP I have witnessed these situations first hand for many years and have felt a sense of the burden that these unpaid carers feel by being part of the caring for short spells. In most cases there is not a word of complaint, and I only find out about how this is affecting the carer by asking specifically about how they are themselves. The carers care enough to protect the person in need from any of this sense of burden, and often the person they are caring for is the only person that they have any meaningful contact with so they have no-one to talk to about how they are feeling. There are government benefits available for the “cared for person” to help them to support themselves, and many do have paid carers too, such is the physical burden of caring, but this is nowhere near a salary, and the carer has often had to give up their job to do the caring. This adds a financial burden to their already heavy burden.
These organisations are excellent, and there are others too, but they are funded by charitable giving, and in the past 5-6 years have all struggled through the recession like everyone else. Some have had financial support from health boards and trusts which has been a vital lifeline without which they may well have folded. I understand that some Health and social care trusts are reviewing the funding of these organisations and that from the 1st April 2015 some may have their funding cut. This is very worrying. It is important to balance the books, but I feel strongly that supporting our unpaid carers is supporting a key group in the whole care industry. If our unpaid carers went on strike or all took I’ll due to the stress of caring, who would do what they do? My guess is that the poor cared for folks would end up in already over stretched and over-burdened hospitals.....funded by the same trusts! Imagine what that would do to their budgets! I would like to pay tribute to the many unpaid carers in our communities . Please acknowledge them, applaud them and support and help them by lobbying the politicians and health trusts to keep these vital support networks going, and support the organisations that care for carers. It could happen to any of us and who would we turn to if these excellent caring agencies for carers didn’t exist?
A number of years ago I became aware of a few agencies who specifically recognised carers and supported them. The local church was one of the first. They had an Alzheimer’s carers support group. Crossroads was an agency designed to provide “ cover” for short spells to allow a carer to go out and do the shopping, get their hair done, go to the bank and so on. The Princess Royal trust for carers, for carers to receive support from professionals and volunteers, AND other carers eg in support groups having coffee together and talking about things. There is a severe lack of support for carers generally, and any that there is struggles to find enough resource to do the job as well as they would like to.
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By Dr. W.R, Brown Consultant GP Kingsbridge Private Hospital
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BANGOR DOG SHOW
Eikon Exhibition Centre, LISBURN Saturday 10th September | 7.30am - 5pm Come along to the Bangor Dog Show at Eikon Exhibition Centre in Balmoral Park to see pedigree dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds competing at their very best! Expert judges are attending from all over the world with judges from Finland, Australia, New Zealand, England and Ireland. (Please note that it is an Irish Kennel Club rule that dogs not entered at the show are not allowed on the Showgrounds).
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WORLD PEACE DAY
All over the World 21st September | All day However you choose to mark the day, whatever the scale of your activity, your commitment matters. It is mass participation by people from all over the world that will provide the leverage needed to inspire governments to follow. It is all our efforts combined that will contribute to the success of Peace Day. www.peaceoneday.org
HARVEST AND HARMONY
Market Square, Lisburn City Centre Friday 30th September | 5pm-Late
Councillor Uel Mackin pictured with Amanda Kirkpatrick from Mississippi Boombox- Live band and comedian Donny Kingston; two acts performing at the Harvest and Harmony Night in Market Square.
BBC GOOD FOOD SHOW NI
Belfast Waterfront 14th - 16th October | 9am - 6pm
Take a seat infront of a host of Britains most popular chefs, whilst soaking up the exciting Supertheatre environment. Learn top tips and prized recipes straight from the mouths of experts. Paul Hollywood, James Martin, Emmett McCourt and the Hairy Bikers are just a few of the experts who wil be there. Over 100 culinary exhibitors will be present in the exhibition space. Here, visitors have a chance to shop for local produce and enjoy taste testing.
To kick off the month of ‘Harvest’ as part of Northern Ireland’s Year of Food and Drink, ‘Harvest & Harmony Night’ will be brought to Market Square on Friday 30th September. Enjoy music in Market Square from 5pm with Mississippi Boombox - Live Band and don’t miss comedians Donny Kingston, Luke McGibbon and George Firehouse. Dawn those cowboy boots for a bit of barn dancing with Miskelly Barn Dance!
RECIPE
Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
Wholesome & comforting “A rich, hearty filling topped with gorgeous root-veg mash and zesty breadcrumbs for a super-crisp finish makes this dish really special. ” Serves 8 | Cooks In: 1hr 25min | Difficulty: Not too tricky
Method:
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600 g Maris Piper potatoes 600 g sweet potatoes 40 g dairy-free margarine 1 onion 2 carrots 3 cloves of garlic 2 sticks of celery 1 tablespoon coriander seeds olive oil ½ a bunch of fresh thyme 350 g chestnut mushrooms 12 sun-dried tomatoes 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar vegan red wine 100 ml organic vegetable stock 1 x 400 g tin of lentils 1 x 400 g tin of chickpeas 5 sprigs of fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary 1 lemon, zest of
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30 g fresh breadcrumbs
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Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/gas 6. Peel and chop all the potatoes into rough 2cm chunks. Place the Maris Pipers into a large pan of cold salted water over a medium heat. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until tender, adding the sweet potatoes after 5 minutes.
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Drain and leave to steam dry, then return to the pan with the margarine and a pinch of sea salt and black pepper. Mash until smooth, then set aside.
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Peel and finely slice the onion, carrots and 2 garlic cloves, then trim and finely slice the celery.
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Bash the coriander seeds in a pestle and mortar until fine, then add it all to a medium pan over a medium heat with a good splash of oil. Pick in the thyme leaves, then cook for around 10 minutes, or until softened.
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Meanwhile, roughly chop the mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes, then add to the pan along with the vinegar and 2 tablespoons of the sun-dried tomato oil from the jar.
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Cook for a further 10 minutes, then add a splash of wine, turn up the heat, and allow it to bubble away. Stir in the stock, lentils and chickpeas (juice and all), then leave it to tick away for 5 to 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened and reduced.
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Pick and roughly chop the parsley leaves, then stir into the pan. Season to taste, then transfer to a baking dish (roughly 25cm x 30cm).
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Spread the mash over the top, scuffing it up with the back of a spoon. Finely slice the remaining garlic clove, then place into a bowl with the rosemary
10. leaves, lemon zest, breadcrumbs and 1 tablespoon of oil. Mix well, sprinkle over For this and more recipes go to: www.jamieoliver.com/recipes
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the mash, then place in the hot oven for around 10 minutes, or until piping hot through.
11. Place under the grill for a further 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden, then serve with seasonal greens.
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Useful Numbers Medical Centres
Dr Cairns and Partners Switchboard Dr Ruddell and Partners Drs Hutchinson, Ryan & McGuinness Dr Wales and Partners Dr Forde & Dr Quinn Dr McFarland & Partners Dr Pattersons Lisburn Travel Clinic
Hospitals
Lagan Valley Belfast City Royal Victoria
Pharmacies
Medicare (Market Lane) Lowry’s Boots (Market Square) Boots (Market Lane) Boots (Bow Street) Hilden
Helplines
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Airports
Belfast International City of Derry George Best City
Libraries
Lisburn City Library Belfast Central
Funeral Directors Ronnie Thompson S.D. Brown Bobby Morrison
Activity Centres
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Mental Health Charity AWARE Offering Support in Lisburn Area AWARE is the only mental health charity in Northern Ireland working exclusively for people with depression and bipolar disorder. They have been operational for 20 years and the aim of their work is provide help, support and educate people on the illness of depression and bipolar disorder. Depression does not discriminate and can affect any one of us at any stage in our lives. According to the World Health Organisation, depression is the leading cause of disability in the world. In Northern Ireland, approximately 300,000 people are taking anti-depressant medication and this number is growing. AWARE are there to help and support people to make a full recovery from depression and help them to live their life to the full. AWARE has an established network of 23 Support Groups in rural and urban areas across Northern Ireland including one in Lisburn. Support Groups are completely free of charge to attend and open to anyone with depression and bipolar disorder as well as their carers. The purpose of a support group is to help all those experiencing depression to better understand their illness and to give them the help and support needed to recover.
Living Life to The Full is an evidence based programme suitable for people experiencing low mood or stress and/or mild to moderate depression. This is a programme which can make a big difference to your life by helping you to manage your feelings when you are stressed, worried or depressed. The Living Life to the Full programme is based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy principles and teaches you practical skills that will help you cope with life’s challenges. Mindfulness is the most recent service offered by AWARE. Mindfulness helps you develop skills and techniques to cope with the daily challenges a busy life can bring such as stress and anxiety. It involves making a special effort to give your full attention to what is happening in the present moment – and to what’s happening in your body, your mind and or your surroundings. Research has shown that Mindfulness has significant benefits for health and well-being by reducing stress and anxiety. It enables people to learn the skills that prevent the recurrence of depression. Mindfulness is a skill for life and by developing this skill you will become more aware of your feelings, thoughts and emotions and begin to live your life in the present – where inner peace resides.
The Lisburn AWARE support group runs on a weekly basis on a Thursday night from the Bridge Community Centre on Railway Street at 7:30pm. The group is led by experienced facilitators, many of whom have personal experience of depression and can therefore relate to how you are feeling. The meeting usually lasts between 1 and 1 and half hours and they are very informal. Individuals may talk about their experiences, share information and ask questions. No member is obliged to speak and short periods of silence are normal. As well as support groups, AWARE also deliver mental health and wellbeing programmes into communities, schools, colleges, universities and workplaces throughout Northern Ireland. These programmes include Mood Matters, Living Life to the Full, Mindfulness and Mental Health First Aid. Mood Matters programmes are aimed at young people, the adult population, new parents and older people. The programme was developed by AWARE in 2000 and since then has been delivered in a wide variety of settings. It incorporates basic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy concepts and teaches participants how our thinking and behaviour can affect how we feel, both physically and emotionally.
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For more information on the work of AWARE and the services they offer in your area, please visit their website on www.aware-ni.org or call 028 9035 7820.
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Lisburn City Cycle Rides A selection of ten, unsigned cycle routes between 20 and 40 miles in length, within the Lisburn area, are available online for cyclists wishing to explore the local countryside. From quiet canal towpath sections to Drumlin country and the challenging Dromara Hills, each ride is graded in terms of terrain and traffic and whether they are suitable for the novice, advancing or experienced cyclist. All the cycles rides described are only suggested routes using the lightly trafficked, public road network and section of traffic-free cycle paths, such as the Lagan Canal Towpath. All can be ridden in either direction and begun at any place along the route. There is on-road signage for many of the cycle rides and the route map plus supporting text should also be printed off and carried on the ride. Many of the rides use as their start and finish points, three main locations. These are Lisburn, Moira and Hillsborough. These ’hubs’ give a wide variety of terrain types and traffic volumes and should suit the novice to experienced cyclist. Here is a taste of some of the rides you can enjoy:
Lisburn City’s Cycle Route Following quiet roads and sections of the Lagan Canal Towpath this ride passes through Wallace Park in Lisburn and returns via the Maze Racecourse. Great views of the Lagan Valley, Belfast Hills and SlieveCroob can be had at several points on the ride. There are flat sections along the Lagan Towpath and parkland and then gently undulating areas throughout the remainder of the ride. Lagan Valley Ride Following quiet roads this ride heads west towards Moira through the Lagan Valley, crossing the river three times and
the motorway four. Leaving Lisburn to the west along the Lagan Towpath initially, the ride heads towards Moira via the Blaris and Bog roads to the Maze Racecourse. Turning right after the racecourse towards Halfpenny Gate and Broomhedge, the route continues on the Halfpenny Gate, Thornbrook and Hillsborough Roads towards Moira. From Moira turn left at the traffic lights and continue to Clarehill Road, turn left into Bottier Road then pass over the M1 motorway and turn right onto Lany road. Turn left at the beautiful St James’ church with its clock tower and at the next T junction turn right. At the next T turn right, pass over the motorway once again, then turn left into Aghatrisk Road to Culcavy. At Culcavy crossroads turn left onto Halftown Road and continue past the Maze/Long Kesh site before turning right into Blaris Road once again and return to Lisburn via the Lagan Towpath. To Lough Neagh and Back A challenging ride in parts, which passes through the flatlands to the west of Lisburn to reach Lough Neagh then climbs the lower slopes of the Belfast Hills before descending sharply back into Lisburn.
More details of each ride can be found at www.cycleni.com. Follow the links to the medium rides and choose either County Antrim or County Down for your chosen ride. Other sources of cycling information is available at www.sustrans.co.uk relating to the National Cycle Network in the area and useful maps are the OSNI 1:50000 series, sheets 21 & 14. Go on! Get out and enjoy your local countryside.
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MOTORING
Worry Free Motoring The Motability Scheme provides a unique leasing package designed for the benefit of people with a disability and with this scheme car you can enjoy worry-free, affordable motoring as you’ll have the freedom and reassurance of a new car with none of the worries associated with buying and running an older one. Are you eligible? If you receive one of the following allowances and have at least 12 months remaining on the award, you are eligible to lease through the Motability Scheme: • The Higher Rate Mobility Component of the Disability Living Allowance (£57.45 a week) • The Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment (£57.45 a week) • The War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement (£64.15 a week) • The Armed Forces Independence Payment (mobility element £57.45 a week)
same all-inclusive package of insurance, breakdown cover, servicing, tyres and glass replacement. 1. Cars that cost less than your mobility allowance – There is a range of around 150 cars 2. Cars that cost all of your mobility allowance – There is a range of over 400 cars 3. Cars that cost all of your mobility allowance and also have an Advance Payment, which is a non-refundable upfront payment. Depending on how much you are willing to pay, this increases the range of cars available to you. You can trade-in your privately owned car to help finance the Advance Payment of your new car.
You simply exchange your mobility allowance for the car of your choice. Make the right choice in three simple steps 1. Which type of car best suits your needs? The first thing you should think about is what you need from a car. What are the things you are going to be doing and what type of car best meets those needs? Here are some questions to consider s a starting point: • How many people are going to travel in it regularly? • Will you be doing a lot of motorway driving? • Do you mainly do short journeys in built up areas? • How much boot space do you need? • Is parking a problem? • Are you able to change gear easily? • If you have a mobility aid, will it fit easily into the car? • Do you need to take your scooter or wheelchair with you? You’ll also need to think about travelling in the car day to day. Small changes in type, model or specification can have a big impact on your comfort or the car’s suitability. For example, seat height, door opening angle and positioning of the seat belts can all make a big difference. A good place to start is to think about your current car, if you have one, and decide what you like and dislike about it. Of course your dealer will be happy to guide you through the whole process. 2. Which car suits your budget When you lease a car through the Motability Scheme, there are three pricing options. However, no matter how much you pay or what car you choose, all customers will enjoy the
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3. Try out a few cars before you finally decide A test drive is the only way to find out properly whether a car is right for you and your dealer will be more than happy to arrange this. Even if you choose a car similar to the one you drive now, you may well discover that the manufacturer has made a number of changes and alterations to the latest model, so it is advisable to take a test drive to make sure you are still happy with your choice. Adaptations There are currently around 400 different adaptations through the Motability Scheme where the adaptations are fitted before your car is delivered and the price of the adaptation is paid along with the Advance Payment to your dealer at the start of the lease. For a full list of adaptations go to www.motability.co.uk All Motability Scheme vehicles are leased to customers by Motability Operations Ltd, a company authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. To search the full range of cars go to www.motability.co.uk
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Older DriversDeciding When To Stop There’s no legal age at which you must stop driving. You can decide when to stop as long as you don’t have any medical conditions that affect your driving. What you need to consider as an older driver You must renew your driving licence every three years after you turn 70, but there are no laws on what age you must stop driving. Unless your health or eyesight suddenly get worse, it can be difficult to know when you should stop driving. Your safety – and the safety of other road users – is the most important thing to consider. If you’re concerned that your driving is not as good as it was, don’t wait for an accident to convince you to stop. It may be time to give up driving if, for example:• your reactions are noticeably slower than they used to be. • you find traffic conditions increasingly stressful • your eyesight is getting worse • you find you are getting very tired when driving • you have a medical condition that may affect your ability to drive safely – ask your GP for advice The law on medical conditions and driving You must tell the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA) about any medical conditions that may affect your ability to drive safely. This could be previous health conditions that have worsened, or new ones.
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If you’re involved in an accident where your health condition may have been a factor, you could be prosecuted. Your insurance may also not cover you. Ask your GP for advice on whether you need to notify the DVA of your medical condition. The effect of prescription medication on driving If you’re on prescribed medication, ask your doctor if it could affect your driving. Some medicines can cause drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty concentrating. Even common over-the-counter medicines, like painkillers or flu and cold remedies, may impair your driving. Always check the prescription label or ask your pharmacist about any medicines you buy over the counter. The law on eyesight and driving It’s illegal to drive if you can’t read a number plate from a distance of 20.5 metres. If you need glasses or contact lenses to see this far, make sure you wear them every time you drive. As you get older, your eyes can change without you realising. By having regular eye tests, your optician will be able to spot early signs of certain conditions that affect your ability to drive. These include cataracts, glaucoma and diabetes. If you think that your vision is changing, speak to your optician, GP or specialist. They will be able to tell you whether you need to report any condition to the DVA. Deciding to stop driving If you’re worried about your fitness to drive, talk to your GP or a health professional. You could also ask a driving instructor or get an experienced driver assessment to get an objective (and confidential) assessment of your driving skills. If you do decide to give up driving it doesn’t need to mean the end of your independence - you could use public transport instead. As you get older, you’ll become eligible to free bus travel and concessions in Northern Ireland.
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REMEMBER - DUBLIN’S M50 TOLL IS BARRIER-FREE Located between Junction 6 (N3 Blanchardstown) & Junction 7 (N4 Lucan) on the M50 motorway, instead of a conventional barrier plaza, the M50 toll is operated using electronic registration plate recognition technology. Gantry-mounted video cameras are used to record details of passing vehicles which are then allocated a toll.
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