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his is one of my favourite subjects to discuss — emergency preparedness. It is also the least favourite subject to discuss with my daughter. “Da-aaddd,” she says, “nothing bad is ever going to happen to us here.” I reassure her that she is probably right, but one of my duties is to make plans in case things do go wrong. Certainly there were fathers having similar conversations with their daughters in Fort McMurray, Montreal (1998 ice storms), and more recently, William’s Lake and Cache Creek. Unexpected emergencies can, and do, happen. It hit closer to home when the house next door had a small fire. The fire department could have asked us to leave our house for safety. There is so much to think about for emergency preparedness. I can’t cover it all, but I can mention things you can do to ensure your medical supplies are taken care of. The first step with any emergency preparedness is planning. While this might seem obvious, it is important to know what you are planning for. People on the West Coast should prepare for earthquakes (and snow!), people in wooded areas should prepare for forest fires, and people in the north should be ready for cold weather. A great place to start is the Get Prepared Government of Canada website. This site lists various risks in your local area and ways to prepare. Something that is important for all emergency preparedness is keeping track of documents. Do you have a copy of your will, marriage certificate, house deed and
insurance papers? These items are important and would be difficult to replace. All it takes is to make a photocopy of your important papers and to mail these copies to a trusted family member for safekeeping. What about a list of your medications? This might be a good time to sit down with your Heart Pharmacist for a medication review. At the end of the review, your neighbourhood pharmacist can provide you with a list of your medications and supplements and their uses. This is a great record of what your are taking in case of an emergency. It may be a good idea to take a picture of this medication review to keep on your smartphone. Your Heart Pharmacist might also be able to send you an electronic copy. Most sources recommend that you keep at least 72 hours of medications and personal health care needs. I am an advocate for keeping at least one week of health care needs at all times. This will not only make it easier to plan your week so you are not rushing around doing last minute errands. It will also prevent you from running out of medication during a long weekend. The way I recommend people set aside their medication for this week is with a seven-day plastic pill container or ‘dosette’. Your local Heart Pharmacy has these items in stock. Once a year, make a reminder on the calendar or in your smart phone, take some time to rotate new medications in and use the medication from last year. Place this full dosette and a copy of your medication list in a zip-lock bag and store in a safe place. I generally don’t recommend adding vitamins — it may make the dosette too bulky and heavy.
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Lastly, have items ready to go at a moment’s notice. Each member of our family has a 72-hour bag at the front door, including the cat. There are many opinions about what should be in this bag. I feel it should be light enough to carry and contain enough supplies to keep you self sufficient in a hotel room for the weekend. Look at the Get Prepared Government of Canada Website for a suggested packing list. This bag does not need to contain the latest in high tech gadgets or sturdy supplies — just a change of clothes, some minimal toiletries, snack bars, water, your medications and something interesting to pass the time. You should also know exactly where the most important items in your house are kept. In a true emergency, you will have little time to think or gather items. Our important documents are in a fire-proof safe in the basement. Wedding and family photo albums are kept on the bookshelf in my office. If needed, we could gather our important items and be on the front lawn in under one minute. Perhaps none of these emergency preparations will be needed. Hopefully that is the case. Either way, if there is an emergency, my family will be glad we got things in order. Emergency preparedness does not have to be an isolated event. Having extra household supplies on hand will reduce amount of last minute shopping trips. It will also allow you to wait until your favourite items go on sale. Being prepared should a part of everyone’s daily routine and not a large yearly chore. heartpharmacy.com
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BY LINDA SCHAUMLEFFEL, NORDIXX CANADA MASTER POLE WALK INSTRUCTOR “My commitment to exercise has holes worn in it!” “Persistence, yuck! It implies having to work at something I don’t want to do!” “My courage to start something new is gone.” What stops you from exercising? Make a list. Hundreds of comments poured in from a survey I conducted in Victoria. I wanted to determine why people failed to exercise regularly. If I could answer this question, then I could create a workable solution. The excuses boiled down to three main ones. First, it can’t be too demanding, too challenging or too exhausting. We’ve all been there…not again. Second, the exercise must deliver its promised results quickly. How long can you hold out for tangible results? The sooner you get results, the more willing you are to continue.
But it shocked me to discover what the third and most important factor that determined involvement in exercise. Convenience! If it was not drop dead convenient, it would likely not get done. Our hectic work and retirement over-scheduled lives demand convenience. When checking out possible exercises, use this three-point measuring stick: do-able, quick results, drop-dead convenient. The exercise that comes closest to meeting all three criteria will be the exercise you stick with. Sticking with an exercise then causes a cascade of events — things snowball in your favour. Then, it gets easier to exercise. Nordic pole walking meets all the criteria, so it is no wonder it is the fastest growing adult sport in the world. nordicpolewalkingvictoria.ca, Ph. 250-920-4005. Linda4success@shaw.ca PHOTO BY JAN MOSLEY
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“THE SECRET OF HEALTH FOR BOTH MIND AND BODY IS NOT TO MOURN FOR THE PAST, NOT TO WORRY ABOUT THE FUTURE, OR NOT TO ANTICIPATE TROUBLES, BUT TO LIVE THE PRESENT MOMENT WISELY AND EARNESTLY.” —BUDDHA
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ccording to the World Health Organization, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally, and hypertension, or high blood pressure, is one of the main risk factors of cardiovascular disease. While hypertension can develop at any age, aging adults are more susceptible to this health issue. There are several risk factors associated with hypertension in seniors, but simple lifestyle changes can lower the risk. Monitoring medications and maintaining a healthy weight are effective ways to prevent hypertension in aging adults.
Monitor Medications Know the medications you are taking and their side effects. Certain medications can raise the risk of hypertension. Older individuals with degenerative conditions of the bones and joints such as osteoporosis and osteoarthritis often take medications known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These drugs can lead to fluid retention and diminished kidney function, which are risk factors in the development of hypertension. If your elderly loved one takes an
NSAID medication such as ibuprofen, make an appointment with a physician to check your loved one’s blood pressure. If your senior loved one needs help managing an illness or assistance with daily tasks, make sure you choose a top-rated provider of home care.
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Maintain a Healthy Weight Excess weight is another important risk factor in the development of hypertension. Even modest amounts of weight loss can keep blood pressure under control and lower the risk of diabetes, heart attack and stroke. Limiting the intake of sugar, high-fat foods and simple carbohydrates can help your loved one lose weight and increase energy
levels. If your loved one is unable to lose weight, speak to a certified medical exercise specialist about effective weight loss strategies. They know what to do, and especially what not to do with regards to prescribing the correct exercise protocols. If a client exhibits problems during their program, they refer back to the medical professional for assessment and diagnosis prior to continuing their exercise program. Various types of support services are implemented to ensure that all the needs of a senior are met. Home support workers, registered care aides, certified medical exercise specialists and a variety of nursing staff will help your elderly loved one live at home and provide them with the care that they require. From eating nutritious meals to exercising on a regular basis, older adults may need help with an array of tasks. Senior Care Victoria Aging in Place experts from Care & Company and Fit for Life Oak Bay are available on an as-needed basis, giving your family peace of mind that your loved one will remain safe and comfortable. Learn more about their premier in-home care and exercise options. Call: 250-382-2328.
IN GREATER VICTORIA “IT’S ESTIMATED THAT THERE ARE MORE THAN 80,000 PEOPLE LIVING WITH A MENTAL ILLNESS IN THE GREATER VICTORIA AREA.”
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obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and schizophrenia. Believing education is part of vocational success, Connections Place supports members’ education goals and aspirations along with financial knowledge and employment opportunities. Members can obtain their GED, attend university, participate in workshops in the community, and learn job-related skills. Connections Place connects members with scholarships, bursaries and tutors. Membership at the Connections Place is free and for life for anyone over the age of 18 years, and members can visit the office as often as desired to get their lives back and move forward.
Specializing in biomechanics has helped him to accurately assess a patient’s foot and leg function during a gait examination. As a student, Dr. Butler worked for four years making prescription orthotics for podiatrists. Here, he learned various fabrication techniques and modification skills necessary to facilitate orthotic function. Dr. Butler is the only podiatrist who personally handcrafts every step of each custom orthotic for his patients. “My mission is to treat every patient with respect and honesty. I love my job and would be glad to help you with your foot health.” Dr. Kent Butler is located in the Royal Oak Shopping Centre, #207-4480 West Saanich Rd. Phone: 250-704-1178.
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onnections Place opens their doors to friendship, education and employment for people living with mental illness. Connections Place is a Greater Victoria-based community that helps people with mental illness achieve self-reliance and to use their skills and talents to get their lives back on track. It’s estimated that there are more than 80,000 people living with a mental illness in the Greater Victoria area. Connections Place offers employment, education and recreation initiatives to help people who are diagnosed with any mental illness. This includes psychosis, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression,
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NGROWN TOENAILS can be extremely painful and difficult to manage. They can sometimes cause dangerous infections. Cutting the nail properly can usually resolve this problem. A delicate touch and good instruments allow Dr. Butler to complete this task with minimal discomfort to his patients. Local anesthetic is a great option when necessary. Permanent solutions can be achieved for patients who consistently suffer from ingrown nails by performing nail matrix excision. Dr. Kent Butler, D.P.M., graduated with honours from the California College of Podiatric Medicine. He then completed a one-year surgical residency followed by a one-year biomechanics fellowship at the Pacific Coast Hospital in San Francisco.
Members take pride working with staff to help create delicious, nutritious meals for peers daily through the food services at the Clubhouse. Following menu planning, members help shop for groceries, prepare and cook meals, serve lunch and tidy up. It’s all about creativity, fun and teamwork. Members also cater Board meetings and events, and bake treats for Clubhouse and fundraising events. You can learn more by contacting the Connections Place. Visit, take a tour or help make a difference and learn how you can get involved. info@connectionsplace.org Phone: 250-483-3748. 3375 Oak Street, Victoria. connectionsplace.org
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