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Garden guru preps for winter By Sean Mott Staff Writer Sonja Pawliw had to get up early this summer to beat the sun. Of course, the prolific gardener is used to waking up in the wee morning hours; it’s a natural part of running an elaborate garden. Pawliw’s healing garden has long been a Yorkton staple. People from as close as next door and from as far as across the ocean visit the garden on a daily basis during the summer, soaking in the stunning variety of flowers, plants, and vegetables. It’s an iconic landmark, one that didn’t just spring out of the ground. It takes a lot of work to build a green oasis in the

middle of the Prairies. Pawliw has gardened for most of her life, learning at the foot of her grandmother. She’s spent decades trying new techniques, building strong beds and containers, and growing the best flowers in Saskatchewan. In order to make her famous garden a reality every summer, Pawliw has to get up bright and early to start her work. But this summer, Pawliw found she could only get her work done in the hours between sunlight. “You couldn’t be out there to enjoy it as much,” she said. “You had to be out there first thing in the morning or in the evening.” Pawliw said this summer was unusually hot for Yorkton. Guests had

to shield themselves in the shade while some flowers roasted in the savage heat. “Things that blossomed up that morning got burnt along the edges by the late afternoon,” she said. “The blossoms didn’t last as long as in other years.” “The heat was very intense,” she added. “Can’t compare it to other summers.” Despite the heat, Pawliw thinks it was a good summer full of interesting visitors, beautiful flowers, and hard work. “I can’t complain,” she said. Now that summer has fully retreated, Pawliw is faced with another problem: Unseasonal cold-

ness. Yorkton is currently coping with an early blast of winter weather and it’s affecting Pawliw’s gar-

den. At this time of year, Pawliw typically spends her days dismantling her summer oasis, but, thanks

to the biting cold, she can’t stay outside for extended periods. Continued on Page B5

Pawliw chats with art fans earlier this month during the opening of her painting and mosaic exhibit at the Godfrey Dean gallery.

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GURU Continued from Page B4 “I’m ready to take everything out of the garden, but it’s too cold,” she said. “It’s not pleasant...to work in the garden in a ski suit. “It’s an odd kind of year, but we have to deal with it.” Pawliw hopes things heat up before September ends so she can completely shut down her garden. Once it’s closed, she’ll be spending a lot more time inside as the winter months creep along. While most of us struggle to stave off cabin fever and boredom during the dead of winter, Pawliw has a lot of projects to keep her occupied. She’s dabbled in painting, mosaics, knitting, and other hobbies. “It keeps my winter busy that I can turn to almost anything and work on it,” she said. “I hope to create some simple things.”

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Pawliw understands winter can be a dangerous time, especially for seniors. She’s slipped on icy patches more than once in her life, but she doesn’t let age or inclement weather deter her. “It’s not easy to get old, but you can also not give up,” she said. “You pull up your bootstraps and keep going.” Pawliw credits her perseverance for getting her through rough stages in her life. “I’ve always been a strong person in that way,” she said. “I didn’t

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give in to small injuries or mishaps.” “You can’t feel sorry for yourself,” she added. “Life is too short.” As Pawliw bids farewell to her garden for another year, she reflects on the difficulties she’s faced with her hobby before. She knows there will be more difficulties in the future. She plans to face them head on. “We go through a lot of obstacles,” she said. “That’s what makes memories. “I’m ready for whatever. Life is wonderful.”

“It’s not easy to get old, but you can also not give up. You pull up your bootstraps and keep going.” —Sonja Pawliw

Pawliw admires the fruits of her labour in her garden last year.

Pawliw stands with Godfrey Dean Executive Director Don Stein during her exhibition opening.

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Grab bars and shower benches can make bathrooms much safer for seniors. Upon reaching retirement age, new retirees may face decisions regarding their living arrangements. Some seniors may opt to stay put, while others may want to downsize their homes to save money and relieve themselves of the burdens of maintaining larger homes. But those are not the only situations seniors find themselves in. Some seniors realize they can no longer care for themselves without assistance. In such instances, seniors may opt for assisted living facilities or choose to move in with a relative, such as a grown son or daughter. While assisted living facilities are designed to meet the needs of the elderly, young men and women welcoming seniors into their homes may need to take on some home improvement projects to ensure their homes are as safe as possible for elderly residents. • Convert a room on the first floor into a bedroom. While this may not apply to all seniors, some men and women struggle with stairs as they age, and that can make it difficult for them to fully participate in a household. Homeowners with an extra room to spare can convert a room on the first floor of their homes into a bedroom so seniors won’t have to climb up and down stairs throughout the day. That ease of accessibility to the primary floor of the house encourages seniors to be active participants in a household. If possible, choose an area that is close to a firstfloor bathroom. • Take steps to make bathrooms safer. More than one in three seniors over age 65 fall each year, and 80 percent of those falls take place in the

bathroom. Slippery tile floors can make it difficult for seniors to navigate bathrooms safely, and bathtubs and shower stalls present additional challenges. Install grab bars on bathroom walls and next to toilets to provide support. In addition, consider installing a shower chair or bench and removable shower nozzle in the shower or tub so seniors can sit down while they bathe

and rinse without having to stand up on slippery surfaces. Make sure any mats around bathtubs and sinks are nonskid to reduce the risk of falls even further. • Install an extra phone line or two. While kids and adults between the ages of 18 and 50 may never use the landlines in their homes, many seniors still rely on traditional telephones as their primary means of

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communicating with the outside world. Install extra landlines in your home, including in seniors’ bedrooms, so they can more readily access the phone should they fall and need to call for emergency help. Phones in seniors’ bedrooms may also provide some additional privacy to seniors who don’t want to carry on phone conversations in busy areas of the home,

such as the kitchen or living room. Such lines may also reduce feelings of isolation. • Prioritize accessibility when storing items. When storing groceries, books, magazines, or other items seniors are likely to use, choose locations that are accessible to seniors. Avoid storing items on the top shelf of pantries, bookcases or entertainment centers,

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Physical activity and exercise is important for seniors to partake in to stay healthy, energetic and independent. As you get older, these three things are important for maintaining an active lifestyle. On average, many adults aged 65 and over spend 10 or more hours every day sitting or lying down. This makes the 65 and overs the most inactive age group. Why should the elderly exercise? An elderly person should exercise because there are huge health risks in a sedentary lifestyle. There are higher rates of falls, obesity, heart disease and early death at this age compared to the rest of the general population. Keeping active also allows a senior citizen to retain their independence as well as staying healthy. If you do not stay active, everything you enjoy doing on a daily basis can suddenly become more difficult. Simple pleasures such as walking to the shops or visiting friends can become a real struggle. As you start to lack energy, you might start to get aches and pains that you never had before. Less active seniors are also susceptible to type 2 diabetes, stroke, cancer, depression and

dementia. Exercise can help with dementia , as it protects against the onset of the disease as well as slowing down the progression of the condition. Various studies have shown that what is good for the heart is also incredibly beneficial for the brain. This is why exercise has been recommended by experts of Dementia Care . Some seniors think that exercise is all about going to the gym, but this is not the case. There are numerous activities that the elderly can partake in to keep active and fit. Most importantly, they are also fun. Dancing One of the best ways to improve balance is to take up dancing. A couple of waltzes a week can help in the prevention of dangerous injuries and falls. For older adults, dancing has great cardiovascular benefits which improves coordination as well as balance. It is also fantastic for social companionship as you can meet up with friends and even make new ones. Yoga If you are looking for a form of exercise that has more of a low impact on the body, there are classes you can take. Participating in Tai Chi or Yoga helps improve

strength, balance and coordination. It’s also great for reducing any stress you might have. Yoga poses can also be modified for each individual. Some seniors may have less upper or lower body strength, which can make you less flexible. Overall, yoga can help you achieve a better quality of life. Swimming Another fun, low impact exercise is swimming. Swimming is known as one of the healthiest sports a person can do. You might enjoy completing a few laps around the pool but you don’t have to. You can keep fit by attending aqua jogging or water aerobics classes. The latter has been shown to improve the composition of your body as well as reduce any pains in the lower back. Golf A popular game

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because your body needs it. Take charge of your finances. Make up a spreadsheet with a budget for each month. Even if you do feel you have too many debts, putting them in order will help. Once you see exactly what you owe and how long it will take to pay it, it’s one more thing off your mind and one less worry. Find community activities that you enjoy. Look for something at your senior’s center or in your neighborhood. Maybe a book club or a walking group. Make sure it is something that you enjoy doing and then find others to share your time with. Reduce stress. At different times of our lives we’ll find that we are

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amongst seniors, golf is the perfect activity for those who want to enjoy the outdoors in a fun way. Golf is also a great way for building endurance, which will make completing everyday tasks easier in the future. Volunteering A different but still great way of keeping active is by volunteering and attending local events. These opportunities are the perfect way to get out of the house and keep you on your feet. You can meet new people as well as being able to discover new things for you to do. Gardening Gardening is the closest activity to home that is great for staying active and fit. Getting stuck into your garden is great for the joints. Although, some gardening can be too physically intense. If you struggle to bend, then you could create a garden of raised pots and containers on a patio. You could even have fun growing your own produce to put into a healthy meal. Inventive Home Exercise Weight training doesn’t have to involve going to a gym and lifting weights. Looking to your kitchen can be a great source of weight training. You could use canned vegetables or a heavy

milk container as your weights. Use these in bicep curls, tricep kickbacks and even overhead pushes to work the shoulder muscles. If using groceries as weights isn’t your thing, you could also use your furniture to workout. Just sitting in a chair and extending your lower legs out and up is great exercise for the lower body. Ride a Bike The best way to get outdoors and stay active and fit is by cycling. Enjoying that fresh air on a bike is superb for the cardiovascular system. It also helps improve your balance and is a great activity for your leg muscles. Spend time with the Grandchildren Any grandparent knows that grandchildren love to give their Nan or Grandad the runaround. Chasing the grandkids around the house is arguably the most fun you can have while getting that all important exercise. To be able to spend quality time with loved ones and it also benefit your long-term health is amazing feeling. Bowls Studies have shown that partaking in lawn bowls can improve your health . Fitness wise, it helps improve muscle

strength in the arms, shoulders and the legs. It can also be incredibly beneficial in increasing mental skills. This includes coordination and concentration. The self-esteem lifts and social aspects will keep you going back again and again. Wii Fit Home entertainment has evolved in recent years to even be beneficial for your health. Nintendo’s incredible popular console Wii contained the popular Wii Fit games. With a Wii Fit Board peripheral as part of the package, you can be active in your own living room. There are a number of games including bowling, tennis, skiing and yoga to enjoy. Wii Fit is also able to track your weight as well as your general fitness. The feedback on your progress dictates the next exercises you will complete during your next session. These are just some of the fun activities you can do to keep fit and active as a senior. As you get involved in these, you will connect with others who can even suggest some other activities you could attend. With such huge benefits in keeping you healthy, it’s now time to start your fitness journey.

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Dining trends in senior housing have come and gone over the decades. Tastes and nutritional needs have changed. The trends that have lasted have been those that are based on flavour and nourishment. Three dining trends in particular have continued to be successful. Freshness is Important The focus on freshness and flavour has returned. This means a larger choice of items which are made in small batches. Herbs and spices are used to add flavour instead of salt. Not too long ago the focus on cooking in senior housing was based on speed and getting it done. Now we see a return to searing, braising, blanching and seasoning. Meals are no longer made in advance. Local produce is used if possible when preparing meals. Look for Variety Most senior housing now offers a much larger variety of food than in the past. Main courses can include global cuisine, cassoulet, Arctic char or couscous. There are gluten free and vegetarian options. New dishes are introduced more often and advertised early so residents can receive information on nutritional value. Bring the Kitchen into the Dining Room Residents like to be involved with what is going on in the kitchen. Keeping in touch and listening to their suggestions helps to improve the menu and ensure that the meals are enjoyable. Residents also like to see their food being prepared. While some residences offer this at omelet or waffle stations during brunch, seniors would like to see this expanded to include dinner presentations. Presentations such as this deliver food to the residents which is fresh, fast and interesting. These days residents in seniors homes expect fresh meals where the ingredients are listed for them to see. They are interested in a culinary experience and family style dining where they can enjoy their mealtimes as a community. One of the joys of being a chef at a senior living community is the opportunity to reinvent. It’s exciting to refine your dishes and dining service to keep up with evolving

tastes, trends and nutritional needs. This can be a challenge, but it’s also a chance for culinary team members to draw on their experience, tap their creative energy and forge bonds with residents. In my two decades cooking for senior communities, I’ve been fortunate to be part of transformative changes in the industry. Along the way, fads and trends have come and gone. The lasting trends result in flavorful, nourishing menu items and a timeless dining experience that makes the difference in the daily lives of residents. Here are three successful dining trends in senior living: 1. Freshness comes first Fortunately, we’ve returned the focus to freshness and flavor. That includes cooking more à la carte items with smallbatch side dishes while using herbs and spices instead of high-sodium sauces. Back in the 1990s, the techniques and skills I’d honed in the restaurant industry – searing, braising, blanching, seasoning – all seemed abandoned in favor of convenience and expediency. Many meals were prepared well in advance, then steamed to excess and heavily sauced. Now, we use locally sourced sustainable ingredients, which are highlighted on the menu so residents know their food is coming from nearby farms. Like many communities, we’re also considering starting our own community garden and working to establish an onsite bakery to expand the availability of fresh and gluten-free baked goods and desserts. 2. Variety adds value We offer far more variety today with an extensive array of main cours-

es, including farm-totable options and global cuisine. Today’s menus are far more appetizing than those of years ago when the standard senior living menu consisted of chicken, fish (almost always haddock or whitefish), or beef (usually ground beef or chopped steak), the choice of two vegetables, and mashed potatoes or rice. Our menus today have featured spinach cassoulet with braised pork belly, lemon-crusted Arctic char, and cabernet-braised boneless veal shank with Israeli couscous. Gluten-free and vegetarian items, as well as at least ten different options for vegetables and starches, are available daily. We introduce new dishes with attention and care. New items are always advertised a day ahead in order to answer

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residents’ questions and satisfy any health or dietary concerns. We discuss unusual international plates before rolling them out. At Asbury Methodist Village, I’ve had great success with a Moroccan Chicken dish after taking the time to personally explain in detail how it is prepared with yogurt, spices, and dried fruit. Since then, it’s become one of our most in-demand items. 3. Bring the kitchen into the dining room Engaging residents, garnering feedback, and incorporating those suggestions into your menu is just as important as proper execution in the kitchen. It goes beyond simply collecting comment cards. I regularly dine with residents at a “Chef’s Table” to create an open dialogue about what our culinary team is trying to accomplish, get

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their opinions, and foster relationships. Doing so not only builds mutual trust and understanding, it gives residents a say in their dining experience. Incorporating “Action Stations” where residents can order food ondemand and watch it be prepared on the spot is a big hit. Typically, communities only offer these as make-your-own omelet or waffle stations during brunch. However, we’ve expanded such presentations to dinner, including a gluten-free pasta bar with various sauces, a southwestern taco station and comfort fare like liver and onions. These popular, informal

cooking demonstrations deliver good food fast – they offer all the sights, sounds, and smells of a home-cooked meal. As a chef, I’ve always felt you can do so much to ensure your guests have a memorable dining experience. That was one of the reasons why I chose this profession, and in the senior living industry. The shift in residents’ expectations is that they want to know the source of the ingredients used to prepare their meals. They want to experience the culinary process firsthand. The role of a chef in a senior living community remains vital and goes beyond the kitchen. Cooking is a passion and an art. It’s also a family-oriented experience. Just as we craft each dish as if for our own parents or grandparents, we must embrace opportunities to gather and enjoy mealtime as a community. As senior dining continues to trend toward cultural diversity, sustainability, and accessibility, the ultimate measure of our success will be determined by our ability to keep innovating, keep listening, and keep adapting to exceed the expectations of our residents.

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How can older Canadians enjoy meaningful relationships filled with companionship, friendship and emotional support? For many older Canadians, there is an obvious lack of social interaction. In many cases, isolation and loneliness is a serious, increasing problem among older Canadians. There is good news, though. There are tried and true effective strategies available to those that show the initiative to work them. The latest research in Canada points to our elderly population as those engulfed in desperate loneliness and isolation. Loved ones and close friends pass away while beloved children move on to manage their own adult lives. This can often leave our older Canadians remarkably isolated and lonely. Considered to be a public health crisis by many working within

the health care industry, older Canadians are experiencing serious mental health and immune system issues. Add to this, in many cases, older Canadians are living on their own unable to properly care for themselves. Clinical psychologist, Ami Rokach, studies loneliness and says that lonely, isolated older Canadians are functioning within a faltering public health care system. Consequently, the cause and effects of related health care issues for older Canadians have now reached epidemic proportions. Below are specific strategies that can be put in place to stave off isolation and loneliness in older Canadians: Add New Friends to your Life Make the effort to introduce yourself to new people. Ask questions to get to know them. Share information about your

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writing, puzzles and pen pals, just to name a few.

own life. Tell them how you like to spend your time. With a little bit of effort, you might find that you are developing friendships and new connections that you can turn to for emotional support. Give of your Time and Talent Volunteering is a great way to pay it forward! Nursing homes are great environments where you can share personal experiences. Giving to

help others brings joy! Check with the Programs Director of your local Nursing home to find out if there are opportunities that you might be interested in. Hobbies Occupy your Time with Productivity Finding a new hobby is exciting and motivates you to add a new activity to your life. Here are some good hobby ideas: Gardening, model trains, arts and crafts, needlepoint, playing an instrument, reading,

Reminisce About your Life As you age, it brings great pleasure to think back throughout your life and remember all the happy moments that you shared with others. Research shows that people who reminisce have enhanced emotional health and are less likely to be lonely, isolated or withdrawn. Set Yourself Free from Being Home-bound and Lonely Spend quality time engaged in planned activities while out in the community or in a Nursing home. There are so many to choose from! At the same time, do your best to get outside to simply drink in the fresh air and sunshine. Take a few days here and there to wander about exploring your neighborhood. Places like the library and local museums have

a lot to offer. A Recipe for Contentment Older Canadians need not deal with isolation and loneliness all on their own. There are a good number of organizations set up to help them cope with feelings of anxiety and depression caused by loneliness and isolation. Another good suggestion is taking advantage of the many online activities that older Canadians can engage in. Meet up places are set up online for older Canadians so they will have plenty of interesting programs to enjoy. Older Canadians, properly cared for, can lead independent lives filled with fun interests set up for them to bring pleasure. Close friends and loved ones should monitor older Canadian’s activities to ensure that they are being responsibly cared for.

Great part-time jobs for retirees Part-time consultant work may be just what retirees are looking for to fill their time and earn some extra money. Upon retiring, many newly minted retirees find themselves looking for ways to fill their free time. Hobbies may not take up too much time, and travel can stretch retirees’ budgets. One way that retirees can make great use of their free time and make a little extra money is to find part-time employment. Part-time jobs can help retirees maintain their connections with their communities, whether it’s their professional community or the community in which they live, while also providing a sense of purpose. Retirees interesting in finding part-time work may want to consider the following jobs. • Consulting work: Many retirees have long résumés, and that experience is still valuable even after retirement. Consulting firms often hire experienced businesspeople on a project or contract basis, which can be great opportunities for retirees to fill their time and make sizable amounts of money without having to commit to long-term employment. • Teaching: Retirees can also put their professional experience to work in the classroom. Inquire about teaching opportunities at a nearby

university or even the local high school. Such opportunities may only be available on a volunteer basis, but some might pay part-time salaries or small stipends. Either way, many retirees find that working with young people helps them stay young, and passing on lessons learned to younger generations can provide a strong sense of purpose. • Seasonal work: Seasonal work is another great way for retirees to fill their time and make a little extra money along the way. Come the holiday

season, retirees should have no trouble finding seasonal retail work at their local malls or shopping centers. In warmer months, retirees may find seasonal employment at area beaches, golf courses or parks. • Sports teams: Retirees who live in cities with professional sports teams may be able to find

work with their favorite franchise. Professional sports franchises often rely on retirees to staff in-game positions like ushers and concessions employees, and some may even hire retirees to greet fans. While the pay might not be great, such positions are ideal for retirees who happen to be big sports fans. • Crafts: Retirees with a love of crafting can turn their hobby into income Many retirees still work even after calling

it a career, and opportunities abound for men and women looking to fill

their time and make a little extra money along the way.

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