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ZOOMERS - WE’VE GOT THE POWER


CARP:
An organization advocating for the rights and interests of Canadians as we age and to provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs, for all.


PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING
PUBLIC PRESENTATION OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2010
BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.

The public presentation will take place at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel,
Salons A & B, 50 Brady Street Sudbury, Ontario


TOPIC FOR THE SEPTEMBER PUBLIC PRESENTATION WILL INCLUDE:

“SPECIALIZED CARE FOR SENIORS WITH COMPLEX HEALTH NEEDS ” – Presented by The North East Specialized Geriatric Services.

Dr. Jo-Anne Clarke, Geriatrician & her team of health care professionals will provide an overview of The North East Specialized Geriatric Services in Sudbury.

There will be a question & answer period following the presentation.


GENERAL PUBLIC WELCOME - PLAN TO ATTEND


“A New Vision Of Aging For Canada”

For CARP information on membership, benefits, contact Patricia Douglas @
669-0045




CARP – SUDBURY CHAPTER

A NEW VISION OF AGING FOR CANADA



14TH ANNUAL GENERAL LUNCHEON MEETING

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 2010

11.30 A.M.

HOWARD JOHNSON PLAZA

50 BRADY STREET, SUDBURY, ONTARIO


GUEST SPEAKER: SUSAN ENG, VP ADVOCACY FOR CARP

TOPIC: “NEW STRATEGY ON AGING”


COST: $15.00 TAXES INCLUDED


TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM:

IRENE WHITE – 566-5686, E-MAIL: igwhite@sympatico.ca

PAT DOUGLAS – 669-0045: pa.douglas@sympatico.ca

MILLIE FACCA – 522-1947



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CARP – SUDBURY CHAPTER

A NEW VISION OF AGING FOR CANADA

14TH ANNUAL GENERAL LUNCHEON MEETING

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 2010

11.30 A.M.

HOWARD JOHNSON PLAZA

50 BRADY STREET, SUDBURY, ONTARIO

GUEST SPEAKER: SUSAN ENG, VP ADVOCACY FOR CARP

TOPIC: “NEW STRATEGY ON AGING”

COST: $15.00 TAXES INCLUDED

TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM:

IRENE WHITE – 566-5686, E-MAIL: igwhite@sympatico.ca

PAT DOUGLAS – 669-0045: pa.douglas@sympatico.ca

MILLIE FACCA – 522-1947



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TraveLodge In this issue... Are you getting enough of the sunshine vitamin? A new study says that higher vitamin D levels could save 37,000 lives a year in Canada. And a little tick can cause big health problems: What you should know about Lyme disease. Plus how to keep your eyes healthy for years to come... and walk your way to better fitness.
Vitamin D deficiency deadly
by Cynthia Ross Cravit

Higher vitamin D levels could save 37,000 lives a year in Canada, a study says.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Protect against Lyme disease
by Elizabeth Rogers

Protect your family from the little tick that can cause big health problems. What you should know about Lyme disease in Canada.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Short of breath?
Special educational feature

Do you cough regularly? Do simple chores make you out of breath? Find out if you have COPD, a disease on the rise for Boomers.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Keep your eyes healthy
by Elizabeth Rogers

Keep your peepers in top health for years to come. The most common conditions to keep an eye on, and ways to protect your sight.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
How a bathroom fall changed Beth's life -- for the better
Advertising feature

It's not often that an accident can be seen as a good thing. But for Beth Simpson, a slip in the bath motivated her to get a new, safer Walk-In Bathtub, and she couldn't be happier.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Walk away your pounds
by Cynthia Ross Cravit

If you're looking to spring into shape and shed unwanted winter weight, get out your walking shoes. Here are 5 tips for getting started.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Relieving inflammation is the key to relieving joint pain
Advertising feature

New compound works at the gene level to block the inflammation that causes the pain.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
"Free to be me"
Special educational feature

Arthritis doesn't have to disrupt the pleasures of life. With a positive attitude and an effective treatment plan, we can embrace restored mobility and the activities we love.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
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Welcome to the Special Federal Budget 2010 Edition of CARP Action Online! CARP is first out the gate with an analysis of what this budget means for older Canadians.
CARP
 

March 8, 2010
CARP Federal Pre-Budget Poll Report 2010

CARP members, in advance of the Throne Speech and the Federal Budget, want the government to focus on retirement security and pension reform issues, but expect, instead, to be confronted with taxes and deficit reduction. More members expect a spring election than want one, and the Conservative party is favoured, although by significantly lower margins than were evident last summer and fall. Read more
 
 
Throne Speech Highlight: Reinstatement of Veteran War Allowance

While the government’s announcement of its intention to adopt a more inclusive national anthem during yesterday’s throne speech garnered a bizarrely high level of media attention, the announcement of the reinstatement of benefits under the War Veterans Allowance Act received relatively little attention despite its significance for our bravest citizens. Read more
 
 
CARP Poll: Government will not listen to them, CARP members fear – CARP repeats call for Pension Reform in Throne Speech and Federal Budget

“Clearly, CARP members do not believe that their government will listen to them. We have been unequivocal on the urgent need for comprehensive pension reform and the Throne Speech is the right place for the government to declare that it will act to ensure the future retirement security of all Canadians. Further the Federal Budget is the place to announce substantial increases to the Old Age Security to help people who face poverty in old age. We will be watching the Throne Speech and the Federal Budget announcements carefully to see if we are proven right or wrong”, said Susan Eng, Vice President, Advocacy of CARP. Read more
 
 
CARP repeats call for federal Throne Speech to include pension reform
TORONTO, ON: CARP calls on the federal government to take due notice of statements made by BC Finance Minister Colin Hansen and in the Paper issued on behalf of the working committee of provincial Finance ministers supporting the need for urgent government action to establish a supplementary retirement savings vehicle. CARP repeats it call on the federal government to include pension reform in its Throne Speech on March 3, 2010. Read more
 
 
CARP Federal Budget 2010 Analysis

At least the government cannot be accused of not keeping promises – since nothing of significance was promised.

The wordsmithing is a nice touch – so now we’re “Those Who Helped Build Canada”. Enjoy that because that’s all you got.

Let’s start with the promises made in the Throne Speech and see what action the budget documents produced. Read more

 
 
If you experience problems completing the survey, please fill it in here.
Federal Budget Poll
CARP polled readers of ActionOnline on the Throne Speech and the Budget recently. We asked which priorities the government should focus on in the Throne Speech, and readers selected fundamental, comprehensive pension reform first, followed by continuing economic stewardship. In the Throne Speech, the government committed to economic stewardship, but not to fundamental pension reform.

How well did the Throne Speech meet your expectations for a new session of Parliament?
 
Very well
Fairly well
Not very well
Not at all well
DIDN’T FOLLOW THRONE SPEECH
Did the Throne Speech make you more or less likely to vote for the government in the next election?
More likely to vote for government
Neither more nor less likely
Less likely to vote for the government
In the same poll CARP asked readers of ActionOnline what spending measures they wanted to see in the federal budget, and readers selected significant increases to CPP/OAS first, followed by reducing MP pensions and supporting caregivers and home care. In the budget, the government offered no new spending on pensions, no cuts to MP pensions and no support for caregivers.
How well did the budget meet your expectations for government spending priorities?
 
Very well
Fairly well
Not very well
Not at all well
DIDN’T FOLLOW BUDGET
Did the budget make you more or less likely to vote for the government in the next election?
More likely to vote for government
Neither more nor less likely
Less likely to vote for the government
When the government prorogued parliament in December, they said it was because they needed to “recalibrate” their agenda for the new Parliament. In your opinion, is there anything in the Throne Speech or the budget which required the government to suspend Parliament?
Yes
No
DON’T KNOW
Did you hear anything in the Throne Speech which struck you as new, innovative or likely to make a major difference to Canada’s economy?
Yes
No
DIDN’T FOLLOW THRONE SPEECH
How effective do you think the government’s proposed budget will be at reducing Canada’s deficit?
Very effective
Fairly effective
Not very effective
Not at all effective
How effective do you think the government’s proposed budget will be at promoting growth and jobs?
Very effective
Fairly effective
Not very effective
Not at all effective
In the Throne Speech, the government proposed changing the words to “O Canada”, so that “True patriot love, in all thy son’s command” becomes “True patriot love thou dost in us command”. In your opinion, is this a good idea to make our anthem gender neutral?
Very good idea
Fairly good idea
Not very good idea
Not at all a good idea
Is studying changing the words of the national anthem the kind of initiative you want to see from this government for a new session of Parliament?
Yes, anthem should be inclusive
No, this is a complete waste of time
OTHER
If a federal election were held tomorrow, which party’s candidate would you vote for?
Conservative
Liberal
NDP
Green Party
Bloc Quebecois
How old are you?
Less than 45
45 to 54
55 to 64
65 to 74
75 or older
Where do you live?
Atlantic
Quebec
Ontario
Prairies
BC/Territories
What is your gender?
Male
Female

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Previous Issues of CARP Action Online

February 26th 2010
February 12th 2010
January 29th 2010
January 15th 2010
December 16th 2009
December 4th 2009
November 19th 2009

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Throne Speech: Full Text

The Speech from the Throne officially opens every new session of Parliament. The Speech sets out the broad goals and directions of the government in power. It is given by Canada's Head of State, the Queen, or, more usually, by her representative, the Governor General. It is called the Speech from the Throne because the Governor General reads it while sitting in the seat in the Senate Chamber reserved for the Head of State or her representative, as the head of Canada’s system of executive government. The Governor General reads the speech to a gathering of Parliamentarians (Members of the House of Commons and Senators) and others. Parliamentarians act as law-makers for bills, or proposed laws, brought to Parliament for debate and decision. To read the full text of the throne speech, please click here.

 
 
CARP Priorities/Throne Speech and Budget Speech Recap

In the end all CARP members got from this budget are some nice words and the promise of more consultation. The Government committed to undertake public consultations on the government-supported retirement income system before May. Read more
 
 
Federal Budget 2010: Rise or Fall?

As you may or may not know, the budget speech is usually given in the late afternoon (so as not to influence markets, it is given after they’ve closed.) But now that we’ve heard the budget speech, what happens next? Read more
 
 
Prorogation, Protests and Twittering the Budget

Before Christmas you probably wouldn’t have known Christopher White, the graduate student in Anthropology from the University of Alberta. These days, it’s quite likely you do, he’s the creator of a Facebook group called “Canadians Against Proroguing Parliament” which managed to rally 225, 000 members. Through the group simultaneous anti-prorogation protests were organized and held in cities throughout the country January 23rd 2010. Read more
 
 
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CARP:

An organization advocating for the rights and interests of Canadians as we age and to provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs, for all


PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING

GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER

THURSDAY, MARCH 25, 2010

BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.

The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)

140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario

TOPICS FOR THE MARCH GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:

“ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES – OUR PLANET” – Presented by Cathy

Orlando, Science Outreach Coordinator, Laurentian University.

The presentation/information will focus on connections between soil, food crises & climate damage. A question & answer period will follow.

Cathy Orlando is the only person from Sudbury who has been trained by Al Gore & Dr. David Suzuki.


“CARP UPDATES” - BY PAT DOUGLAS, CHAIRPERSON - SUDBURY
PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME
“A New Vision Of Aging For Canada”

For CARP information on membership, benefits, contact Patricia Douglas @

669-0045

 

 

CARPHealth
 
Zoomer Card In this issue... A warning to take to heart: The risk of heart disease is up across all age groups. Find out what we can do to live longer, healthier lives. And if you're feeling the pain of arthritis, read about today's options for prevention and treatment. Plus how a simple program of resistance training can improve mental sharpness... and super spices and healthy herbs that add a dash of flavour and good health to your favourite foods.
8 steps toward a healthy heart
by Elizabeth Rogers

The risk of heart disease is up across all age groups. What we can do to live longer, healthier lives.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Spices of life
by Cynthia Ross Cravit

What's in your pantry? These super spices and healthy herbs add a dash of flavour -- and good health -- to your favourite foods.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Test your Immune I.Q.
Advertising feature

Think you know how your immune system works to protect your health? Read on to test your knowledge and find out how to stay healthy.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Arthritis: How to ease the pain
by Elizabeth Rogers

It's more than just pain relief. Today's options for preventing and managing the effects of arthritis.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
How a bathroom fall changed Beth's life -- for the better
Advertising feature

It's not often that an accident can be seen as a good thing. But for Beth Simpson, a slip in the bath motivated her to get a new, safer Walk-In Bathtub, and she couldn't be happier.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
The Zoomer Report: Weight Training and Mental Sharpness
by Libby Znaimer

Weight training can keep you mentally sharp as well as improve your strength and mobility.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Short of breath?
Special educational feature

Do you cough regularly? Do simple chores make you out of breath? Find out if you have COPD, a disease on the rise for Boomers.
[FULL STORY]
 
 
Have you had your hearing checked?
Advertising feature

Over 50% of Zoomers aged 65+ experience some degree of hearing loss, but on average, wait up to 7 years to seek treatment!
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ZOOMERS - WE’VE GOT THE POWER

CARP:

An organization advocating for the rights and interests of Canadians as we age and to provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs, for all.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING

GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER

FRIDAY, JANUARY 15, 2010

BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.

The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)

140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario

TOPICS FOR THE JANUARY GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:

CURRENT TRENDS IN EYE CARE FOR SENIORS” – Presented by

Dr. Stephen E. Kosar, MD, FRCSC, Ophthalmologist.

The presentation/information will focus on new treatments for diseases which will be of primary interest to attendees. The presentation will be followed by a question & answer session.


“CARP UPDATES” - BY PAT DOUGLAS, CHAIRPERSON - SUDBURY
PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME

“A New Vision Of Aging For Canada”



For CARP information on membership, benefits, contact Patricia Douglas @

669-0045

ZOOMERS - WE’VE GOT THE POWER



CARP:


An organization advocating for the rights and interests of Canadians as we age and to provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs, for the 45 plus.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING

GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009

BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.



The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)

140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario



TOPICS FOR THE NOVEMBER GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:



“NATUROPATHY – NATURAL FORM OF MEDICINE” – Presented by

Dr. Chris Mazzuchin, Physiotherapist & Naturopathic physician, beginning at 2.00 P.M.



Dr. Mazzuchin’s professional goals are to service the families of Northern Ontario by:

1) Providing a simple, healthy & natural form of medicine.

2) Improving the quality of health care & standard of living here in Northern, Ontario.

3) Developing a life skills course & corporate wellness lecture series with a team of

counselors & psychologists.

4) Working closely with nurse practitioners, nutritionists, medical doctors, psychologists,

chiropractors, massage therapists & many more.

5) Creating a constructive bridge of communication, for all venues of the medical arts

and sciences, to cross.



“CARP UPDATES” - BY PAT DOUGLAS, CHAIRPERSON - SUDBURY



PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME



“A New Vision Of Aging For Canada”



For CARP information on membership, benefits, contact Patricia Douglas @

669-0045



 

 
VOICE FOR THE 45 PLUS - WE’VE GOT THE POWER

Carp’s Mandate/Mission:

To promote/protect the rights & quality of life for Canadian’s, 45 plus. To provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING
GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER


THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2009
BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.

The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)
140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario

TOPICS FOR THE SEPTEMBER GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:

“TRAVEL DESTINATIONS & TRAVEL INSURANCE” – Presented by Teresa Payne & an insurance specialist from Carlson Wagonlit – CARP’S new affinity partner.

Presentation will include the various travel/vacation packages available from our new travel affinity partner & how to access them in a timely fashion. There will also be an insurance specialist who will provide information on travel insurance coverage for members who may be traveling to the USA, Canada or overseas etc. – will be very informative.

“CARP UPDATES” - BY PAT DOUGLAS, CHAIRPERSON - SUDBURY

PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME

“A New Vision Of Aging For Canada”

For Carp information on membership, benefits, contact Patricia Douglas @ 669-0045


 

 Hello Everyone, this morning Moses Znaimer released this message along with the attached Press Release.

About a year from now, when this has an ok from the CRTC in Ottawa, this will be absolutely wonderful news for CARP and its members - re branding, advertising, growth of membership, sense of community, and our voice of Advocacy!

We wanted to share the good news with all of you.

Regards, Gail
Gail Goldman
Marketing & Chapter Coordinator
CARP - A New Vision of Aging for Canada
702 - 27 Queen St. East, Toronto, ON M5C 2M6
T 416-363-2277 Ext 246
F 416-363-8747
www.g.goldman@carp.ca            



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I am pleased to announce that ZoomerMedia Limited has today put into place the next piece of the strategy that I've been pursuing to offer A New Vision Of Aging For Canada across all media platforms - print, online, radio and now, TV.

We have entered into an agreement to purchase Vision TV, a legacy analog Specialty Channel with a rare reach into 9 million into Canadian homes.

Vision TV is a national, award-winning, multi-faith, multi-cultural channel available on basic cable and satellite. It also operates the digital television service One: the Body, Mind & Spirit Channel and the over-the-air TV stations Joytv 10 in Vancouver and Joytv 11 in Winnipeg.

The core audience for all these channels and stations is overwhelmingly "Zoomer", a demographic and concept we have recently raised from relative obscurity to high-profile and growing power.

Please see attached press release, there will be others.
- Moses

 



THE VOICE FOR SENIORS - WE’VE GOT THE POWER



Carp’s Mandate/Mission:



To promote/protect the rights & quality of life of Canadian Seniors. To provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs for the 50 plus.



PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER


THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2009

BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.

The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)

140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario


TOPICS FOR THE MARCH GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:



“MEMORIAL SOCIETY OF NORTHERN ONTARIO” – Presented by Dr.

Robin Bolton, President and Board Chair.



As the only independent funeral consumer organization in North Eastern Ontario:

1) Is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization incorporated in the Province of Ontario.

2) Is part of a worldwide movement whose purpose is to educate the public.

3) Advocates funeral planning. Plan your own funeral, you remove family burden.

4) Increases public awareness about availability of low cost funerals.

5) Informs of your legal rights as consumers in Ontario.

6) Provides members with member’s kit, includes price survey, funeral planning form &

a personal information document. Telephone volunteers provide help on request.

7) Provides 24 hour answering service, serves the public interest in North Eastern Ontario



“CARP UPDATES” - BY DARWIN BRUNNE,CHAIRMAN - SUDBURY

PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME
“Seniors Helping Seniors – You’ve Got The Power”

For Carp information on membership, benefits, contact Darwin Brunne @ 866-2145



 

 
 
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February 27, 2009

Welcome to the latest issue of CARP Action Online! this issue is all about healthcare. CARP is helping the Health Council of Canada consult with Canadians on value for money in the healthcare system. Let us know what is important to you by filling out our survey.

CARP eVoice

CARP presents CARP Action TV

CARP Action on TV!? Well, almost…? Beginning next Thursday March 5th at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, Susan Eng, CARP's VP of Advocacy will be joined by Zoomer Media VP David Cravit to cover the pressing advocacy and political issues of the day.?Read more...

 
 
ARCHIVE
February 13th, 2009
January 27th 2009
January 16th 2009
December 12th 2008
November 28th 2008
November 07, 2008
October 15, 2008
October 10, 2008
Special Issue: Federal election
September 16, 2008
September 2, 2008
August 15, 2008
August 1, 2008
July 2008
June 2008
May 2008
April 2008
March 2008
February 2008
January 2008
Unsustainable Healthcare System Needs Better Value for Money

Last year Canadians spent $172 billion a year on health care, up from $79 billion in 1997. What accounts for these increases in spending and how can Canadians receive better value for their Healthcare dollars? That's a question the Health Council of Canada will be asking Canadians as it launches its Value for Money consultation. Read More...

 
 
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1. Which one of the following options would be most helpful in improving health care and saving money in Canada?
Multi-disciplinary care teams in group clinics
More home care
More illness prevention and wellness promotion
Other
2. Do you believe health care in Canada will improve if the government spends more money on it?
Yes
No
3. Have you ever encountered a delay in getting a medical procedure or had to repeat a test because your health records weren't available?
Yes
No
4. If your medical records were available online, do you think they should accessible to:
Your doctor and other specialists only
You, your doctor and other specialists only
Anyone you designate as part of your care
Team including family and friends
Medical Records Should Not Be Online
5. Do you think health care providers should be required by law to meet certain service benchmarks?
Yes
No
6. What benchmarks would you set?
Wait time guarantees (e.g) in emergency departments, specialist appointments, to get treatment, for home care...)
Patient health e.g. results in lowering blood pressure, weight loss, smoking cessation
Use of prevention strategies e.g. vaccination, testing, counseling
Population health outcomes
7. What kind of sanction do you think is most appropriate for those health care providers who don't meet service benchmarks?
Cut in pay/funding
Loss of hours/shifts
Fines
Termination/closure
No Sanctions

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Waiting on the ER
Ontario Government targets for shorter ER times puts pressure on ALC patients


A recent initiative taken by the Ontario government aimed at shortening wait times and improve patient satisfaction in Ontario's hospitals may come at the expense of people still needing care but not in hospital, often older patients. Read more...

 
 
CARP 25th Anniversary Announcements

This year CARP will celebrate its 25th anniversary. For two and half decades, CARP has brought the issues that affect older Canadians to the forefront of the political debate and to change the way people view aging. Much has changed and we did not do this alone.

To celebrate our past achievements as well as those yet to come we are launching two new initiatives:

Celebrating 25 Canadians who contributed to the quality of life for Canadians as we age

and

The CARP 25th Anniversary Scholarship Fund for Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology Read more.

 
 
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Investing in our Future: The Government of Ontairo E-Health Initiative

An electronic database comprising health education material, patient's medical records and breaking public health information may sound like something from the distant future. But it could become a distinct reality by 2015, when the pieces of Ontario's new ehealth strategy fall into place...Read more...

 
 
CARP Succeeds in Convincing Alberta Health Premier to Reconsider Controversial Bill

On December 9th CARP called for the Alberta Health Minister Ron Liepert to reconsider the increases to drug costs for low income seniors in Alberta and to apologize for his remarks that seniors have an entitlement mentality.Read More...

 
 
Point/Counterpoint
CARP Members Don't Subscribe to Rudyard Griffiths' Theory


A Rudyard Griffiths editorial entitled "A Greying Nation" was published a few weeks ago in The National Post and caused quite a stir amongst CARP members. Griffiths' thesis is that Canada's demographic situation will unavoidably lead to colossal and ballooning deficits. We at CARP Advocacy disagreed and here is what a few of us had to say. Read more...

 
 
Casting Call!

CARP is producing a television special to create greater awareness of the leading issues facing Zoomers today. We are looking for stories from our members or people they know that would be interested in having their stories told.Read more.
 
 
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Subject: Welcome to the Special Pre-Budgetary Edition of CARP Action Online!


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 1. PRE-BUDGET UPDATE
 2. UPDATE ON PENSION REFORM AND SECURITIES REGULATION
 3. ASK AN EXPERT!
 4. COURT DENIES REIMBURSEMENT FOR OUT OF COUNTRY MEDICAL SERVICES

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 We asked for your input and you certainly gave it! Nearly 3,000
 readers responded to the online poll last month. In fact, we
 received 900 responses in just one hour after we sent out the
 newsletter. One day later, there were 2,400 responses. Your
 interest in arguably the most important budget of the day
 reflects that of all Canadians waiting for inspired leadership
 in troubled times. Read more. [
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 There is a growing chorus of voices focusing on the impact that
the current economic crisis is having on people today not just
 macro-economic imperatives. CARP has asked that any pension
 reform contain such protections and will say so again in
 response to the federal call for consultations on pension
 reform. Three major provincial reports have already been issued
 on pension reform saying much the same things but the federal
 government is asking the same questions again. They will not get
 different answers. Read more. [
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 portfolio manager and investment advisor with RBC Dominion
 Securities Inc. and we invited you to send us questions for
 Nancy at: askanexpert@carp.ca  Below are some of the most
 representative and informative questions and answers we
 received. Read more. [
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 The Ontario Divisional court has ruled that the Minister of
 Health has no general discretion to reimburse Ontarians for
 urgent medical services received outside Canada if they did not
 get prior approval. The court allowed two of the three cases
 being appealed, citing extenuating circumstances which would
 have limited application to others. Read more. [
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Carp’s Mandate/Mission:

To promote/protect the rights & quality of life of Canadian Seniors. To provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs for the 50 plus.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING
GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER

THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2009
BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.


The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)
140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario

TOPICS FOR THE JANUARY GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:


“WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ENERGY CONTRACTS” -
Presented by Mr. Paul Crawford from the Ontario Energy Board.

The presentation will center around key areas such as: What are your rights? What actions can you take. Question & answer period on all aspects of these various Hydro, Gas & other energy contracts will be covered.


“CARP UPDATES” - BY DARWIN BRUNNE,CHAIRMAN - SUDBURY

PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME


Seniors Helping Seniors – You’ve Got The Power”

For Carp information on membership, benefits, contact Darwin Brunne @ 866-2145


 

CARP

 

THE VOICE FOR  SENIORS - WE’VE GOT THE POWER

 

Carp’s Mandate/Mission:

 

To promote/protect the rights & quality of life of Canadian Seniors. To provide practical recommendations for issues it raises –  through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs for the 50 plus.

 

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING

    GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER   

 

                            THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2008

                                  BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.

 

The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)

140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario

 

TOPICS FOR THE NOVEMBER GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:

 

“FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS FOR LIFE” – Presented by Roland Lavoie, Investment Planning Council (IPC) Sudbury Division.

 

The presentation will center around key questions investors should be asking themselves about the advisor they are currently working with in light of the tumultuous economic times we live in right now.  

 

“LONG TERM TRAVEL – INSURANCE” – Presented by Leah Miller, Merit Travel.

 

Leah will discuss long-term holiday destinations & the need for adequate Travel Interruption Insurance.

                                       

“CARP UPDATES” - BY DARWIN BRUNNE,CHAIRMAN - SUDBURY

 

                PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME

 

 

“Seniors Helping Seniors – You’ve Got The Power

 

  For Carp information on membership, benefits, contact Darwin Brunne @ 866-2145

 




THE VOICE FOR SENIORS - WE’VE GOT THE POWER





Carp’s Mandate/Mission:


To promote/protect the rights & quality of life of Canadian Seniors. To provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs for the 50 plus.
 
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The Aspirin.81mg ZoomerShow is Toronto's First Consumer Show & Lifestyle Expo for men and women 45plus. Sample, learn, discover and play as over 150 Exhibitors provide information, products, services, advice, lots of great giveaways, and scintillating free entertainment.

See the Royal Regiment of Canada 22 Member Band open the show at 9am on November 1, 2008

Experience the Zoomer Fashion show with Canada¹s leading designers ­ free with your ticket.

See, hear and meet cast members from The Sound Of Music, Dirty Dancing, A Chorus Line and We Will Rock You ­ free with your ticket.

Kick back in the Zoomer Lounge; and just in time for the cold season, Flu Shots for Zoomers courtesy of Toronto Public Health.

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PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING

GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2008

BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M



The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)

140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario


TOPICS FOR THE SEPTEMBER GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:


“HEALTH CARE SERVICES” – Presented by Frankie Vitone, Senior Director, Client Services, North East Community Care Access Centre (CCAC)

The presentation will have particular emphasis on Home Care & Placement Services, relating to Seniors.

“VOLUNTEERING AT SUDBURY REGIONAL HOSPITAL” Presented by Natalie Hortness, Mental Health & Addictions Volunteer Advisor.


“CARP UPDATES” - BY DARWIN BRUNNE,CHAIRMAN - SUDBURY

 
                PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME





“Seniors Helping Seniors – You’ve Got The Power”



For Carp information on membership, benefits, contact Darwin Brunne @ 866-2145



 

What would you do with $120,000?
CARP
 

September 4, 2008
Welcome to our new issue of CARPAction Online! With so much going on now in the public policy arena, and with so many exciting new developments at CARP, we're increasing our e-newsletters to two issues each month to help us keep you fully informed and up to date. Stay tuned – and if you like what you see, tell a friend!
 
 

CARP eVoice

ARCHIVE
August 15, 2008
August 1, 2008
July 2008
June 2008
May 2008
April 2008
March 2008
February 2008
January 2008
What's New at CARP
At CARP we mean Action. Our team is working hard to improve the quality of life for all Canadians as we age. Here are just some of the ways we're working for you.

arrowCARP calls on Ministers of Health to address overpaying for generic drugs that seniors need
Toronto August 18, 2008: CARP is calling on Canada’s Ministers of Health to explain whether taxpayers have been ... Read more.

arrowCARP's National Caregiver Strategy
Family Caregivers contribute billions of dollars' worth of unpaid work to ensure their loved ones get the care ... Read more.


Your rights:
Zoomers and the new retirement


What should businesses be doing to keep valued older workers? Read more.
 
 
Your health:
CARP Calls for National Caregiver Strategy to be included in Federal budget for 2009


Most of us want to age at home as long as possible. What can the government do to help?Read more.
 
Your finances:
Figuring out Pension Splitting


Are you trying to decide if pension splitting is right for you? Check out these FAQ's for some useful information. Read more.
 
 
Your health:
Building an Emergency Plan that works for you


When considering the variety of dangers that could place you and your family in an uncomfortable/life-threatening situation, the need for an emergency plan becomes very important.Read more.
 
 
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Zoomers Working/Retirement
1) Are you retired?
Yes
No (Skip to Q4)
2) Would you have kept working if conditions had been different at your workplace?
Yes
No (End Poll - Thank You)
3) Which one of the following changes at your workplace would have allowed you to keep working past retirement?
Reduced hours/days/flextime
Extended health benefits
More respect for senior employees
Give me a mentoring/teaching role
Age-neutral hiring policies
More personal development opportunities
Time off for elder care
Other (End Poll - Thank You)
4) (ANSWER ONLY IF YOU ARE STILL WORKING AFTER AGE 65) Which of the following incentives did your employer offer to induce you to continue working?5?
Reduced hours/days/flextime
Extended health benefits
More respect for senior employee
Give me a mentoring/teaching role
Age-neutral hiring policies
More personal development opportunities
Time off for elder care
OTHER

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Welcome to our new issue of CARPAction Online! With so much going on now in the public policy arena, and with so many exciting new developments at CARP, we're increasing our e-newsletters to two issues each month to help us keep you fully informed and up to date. Stay tuned – and if you like what you see, tell a friend!
 
 

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ARCHIVE
August 1, 2008
July 2008
June 2008
May 2008
April 2008
March 2008
February 2008
January 2008
What's New at CARP
At CARP we mean Action. Our team is working hard to improve the quality of life for all Canadians as we age. Here are just some of the ways we're working for you.

arrowCARP gets apology from Robert Thibault for Ageist Comments
Toronto August 8, 2008: We were able to secure an apology on air from Liberal MP Robert Thibault. Read more.

arrowCARP calls for retraction and apology for ageist remarks
Toronto August 7, 2008: CARP is calling on Liberal MP Robert Thibault (West Nova, Nova Scotia) to retract... Read more.


Your rights:
Exploring Age-friendly Communities


As the world's population ages, more countries are adopting policies that support Ageing in Place. Read more.
 
 
Your health:
Your Health Update


CARP advocacy brings you a brief update on current advocacy health issues such as out-of-country medical expenses, pill packs and pet scans. Read more.
 
Your finances:
Consumer/Investor Information and CARP's New Forums


CARP will be providing important articles from various consumer information and protection agencies. You will also want to check out our new Finance, Health & Rights Forums. Read more.
 
 
Your voice:
Online readers agree that health care in Canada hasn't improved


According to our last survey, the majority of CARPAction Online readers agree that health care in Canada hasn't improved since the federal and provincial governments pledged $77 billion to address shortfalls and waiting times in 2003. Read more.
 
 
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                                Memorandum

To: CARP Sudbury Chapter Members

From: CARP Sudbury Board

Date: 5/20/2008

Re: Annual General Meeting, Luncheon & Entertainment

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CARP CHAPTER



CARP Sudbury AGM will be held on Wednesday, June 04 2008 @ 12 Noon at the Howard Johnson Hotel, 50 Brady Street, Sudbury.



Guest Speaker will be His Worship Mayor John Rodriguez.

Topic: Seniors’ Issues, i.e. Seniors’ Housing, Tax Relief.



Election of Board Directors.



Entertainment by: Sudbury’s Rising Stars



Tickets are $13.00 each. Seating is limited so order A.S.A.P.



For tickets: Call Millie Facca 522-1947 OR Irene White 566-5686

OR

Email Irene White: igwhite@sympatico.ca















 


                            Memorandum

To: CARP Sudbury Chapter Members
From: CARP Sudbury Board
Date: 5/9/2008
Re: P.E.T. Scan Lobby

PLEASE SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHAPTER IN ITS LOBBYING EFFORTS TO MAKE P.E.T. SCANS AVAILABLE FOR ALL CITIZENS OF ONTARIO.


THE ONTARIO OMBUDSMAN OFFICE IS NOW LOOKING INTO THIS ISSUE, AND IS REQUESTING PERSONAL STORIES ABOUT A PERSON, OR PERSONS, WHO ARE SERIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BECAUSE OF THE AVAILABILITY OF FREE P.E.T. SCANS IN OUR PROVINCE.


IF YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE IN THIS POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT:


JOANE DE VARENNES
OFFICE OF ONTARIO OMBUDSMAN
BELL TRINITY SQUARE
483 BAY ST. 10th FLOOR
SOUTH TOWER
TORONTO, ON M5G 2C9

PHONE: 1-800-263-1830
FAX: 1-866-863-2560 (toll free)
Email: info@ombudsman.on.ca

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CARP CHAPTER

May 9, 2008

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: CARP Sudbury Chapter Members
From: CARP Sudbury Board
Date: 5/12/2008
Re: Annual General Meeting & Luncheon
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CARP CHAPTER

CARP Sudbury AGM will be held on Wednesday, June 04 2008 @ 12 Noon at the Howard Johnson Hotel, 50 Brady Street, Sudbury.

Guest Speaker will be His Worship Mayor John Rodriguez.
Topic: Seniors’ Issues, i.e. Seniors’ Housing, Tax Relief.

Election of Board Directors.

Tickets are $13.00 each.

Seating is limited so order A.S.A.P.

For tickets:
Call Millie Facca 522-1947 OR
Email Irene White igwhite@sympatico.ca  





 

 

THE VOICE FOR SENIORS - WE’VE GOT THE POWER



Carp’s Mandate/Mission:

To promote/protect the rights & quality of life of Canadian Seniors. To provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, benefits, community & the dissemination of information, money saving services & programs for the 50 plus.



PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING  GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER



THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2008  BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.


The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)

140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario



TOPICS FOR THE APRIL GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:


“ONTARIO SENIORS SECRETARIAT” – Presented by Mr. Geoff Quirt, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry Of Culture, Ontario

The presentation will center on the Ontario Seniors Secretariat & the work they do advocating for seniors in Ontario. Reference will be made to the latest budget proposals & what they did/didn’t contain as well as questions & answers from the attendees.





“CARP UPDATES” - BY DARWIN BRUNNE,CHAIRMAN - SUDBURY



PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME





“Seniors Helping Seniors – You’ve Got The Power”



For Carp information on membership, benefits, contact Darwin Brunne @ 866-2145


 

                                            CARP

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Carp’s Mandate/Mission:



To promote/protect the rights & quality of life of Canadian Seniors. To provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, education, dissemination of information, money saving services & programs for the 50 plus.

Carp Action Online Latest Issue



PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER



THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2008

BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.



The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)

140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario



TOPICS FOR THE MARCH GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:



“SCREENING FOR COLORECTAL CANCER – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW” – Presented by Dr. Amanda Hey, MD, CCFP, FCFP, Clinical Lead, Preventative Oncology & Screening, Sudbury Regional Hospital, Regional Cancer Program. In 2007, an estimated 7,800 Ontarians were diagnosed with colorectal cancer & 3,250 will die from the disease. Ontario is one of the highest & is the second leading cause of death. Early detection, colorectal can be cured. Colon Cancer Check is a new province wide screening program – learn about the early detection methods.



“GIVE UP PAIN – LEARN HOW TO CONTROL YOUR PAIN WITH OUT DRUGS”

- Presentation/video by Dan Brooks pertaining to healing oneself without drugs.



“CARP UPDATES” - BY DARWIN BRUNNE,CHAIRMAN - SUDBURY



PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME





“Seniors Helping Seniors – You’ve Got The Power”

For Carp information on membership, benefits, contact Darwin Brunne @ 866-2145



 

2/1/2008

WHAT IS POSITRON EMISSION TOMOGRAPHY (P.E.T.) ?

- Positron Emission Tomagraphy is an advanced technology that is safer and more powerful in diagnosing cancerous cells in the body, than any other known diagnostic test.

- PET is a test that uses a special camera and special test medicine (radioactive tracer) to look at all organs of the body. PET is an advanced cancer scanner that images the metabolic function of your body and the cancer. This is extremely valuable information that can potentially save your life!

- All other cancer scanners such as CT. MRI, Mammogram, X-Ray, and Ultrasound only take a picture of the structure (anatomical) locations of your cancer. Unlike PET Scan, these cancer scanners cannot determine if a suspicious tumor is cancer or not.

- A PET Scan will scan your whole body for cancer, show if you have a suspicious tumor, whether it is cancer or not, show if your cancer has spread anywhere else in your body, and provides proof that your cancer treatment has been effective, and monitors your body for cancer recurrence.

- PET is done to study the brain's blood flow and metabolic activity. It will help a doctor find nervous system problems, such as Alzheimers disease, Parkinson's disease, mutiple sclerosis, transient ischematic attack, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Huntington's disease, stroke, schizophrenia and elipesy of the brain.

- PET will find some cancers, especially of the breast, brain, lung, colon, prostate or lymphoma.In its early stages, cancer may show up more clearly on a Pet Scan than on a CT scan or an MRI. It helps a doctor to chose the best treatment for cancer, and determine whether surgery can be done to remove the tumor.

- PET can find blood flow to the heart, which may be able to determine cornary artery disease. It can find damaged heart tissue, especially after a heart attack. It will help choose the best treatment for a person with heart disease, such as coronary artery bypass graft surgery.

- Pet Scan will eventually replace many of existing diagnostics such as CT and MRI once doctors are familiar with the use and positive results from this diagnostic.

- Over 90% of the world wide use for PET is now used in the investigation and management of cancer and is the accepted world wide standard diagnostic for cancer patients.

- The Province of Ontario believes that the diagnostic is still experimental, and does not fund PET Scans for it's citizens. The Canadian Association of Nuclear Medicine has determined that the current tests of the Ministry Of Health are unethical, and the MOH is fully aware of their concern. Quebec, on the other hand has an average of 209 scans per 100,000 population and are expanding the use of PET. All other provinces are in the process of funding PET Scans. It is unacceptable that this technology is not funded and available to all Ontario citizens.

- It is now generally accepted that 60-80% of residents have some form of cognitive impairment. In 2005, 140,000 Ontarians had Alzheimers disease or related dimentia.The number is expected to double to 307,000, in next 25 years. ( Alzheimer Society of Ontario, Position Paper on Casa Verde Recommendations, Sept.2005).In an earlier study conducted by Price Waterhouse Coopers in 2001, 53% of Ontario's LTC residents were diagnosed with Alzheimer/dimentia. Implementation of PET scans will enable early detection of the disease and outcomes will be better, thereby reducing number of patients in LTC.

- The people of Ontario have for many years donated funds for the purpose of eliminating the significant loss of life related to cancer! When a technology has proven to better effect the outcome of the diagnose of this scourge, and other diseases, citizens expect that the government will implement the use of equipment or drugs, that will alleviate the problem. The current government's failure to act in the face of irrefutable evidence is unprecedented, and will surely affect the future donations to cancer research and others, as well as undermine the confidence of the Liberals to act in our best interests.

- The Province of Ontario must immediately make the PET Scan available to all citizens and provide the neccessary funding to hospitals for equipment and cost of the scans. Last year the Province had a surplus of $2.3 billion, and we urge the government to immediately fund PET Scans and to finance the purchase of PET Scan equipment and strategically placed Cyclotrons at all major hospitals. In particular, NorthEastern Ontario with it's unusually high incidents of cancer, require this diagnostic in the Sudbury Regional Hospital in conjunction with the current construction phase.

Information and Resources:

- Letter from Dr. David Webster,MD, FRCPC, Medical Director, Nuclear Medicine, Sudbury Regional Hospital
- WEB MD http://www.webmd.com
- Science Daily http://www.sciencedaily.com
- TRIUMF Positron Emission Emission Tomography
http://www.triumf.ca/welcome/petscan.html
- Medisys Health Group Private CT Scan in Montreal
http://www.medisys.ca/medical-imaging/ct-scan.html
- Nuclear Medicine www.radiologyinfo.org/en/info.cfm?pg=Pet&bhcp=1
- CareImaging PET Scan Clinic
www.careimaging.com/adwords-cancer.html?gelid=CNi9rJrRo
- YOU STAYING YOUNG: The Owner's Manual For Extending Your Warranty
Authors - Dr. Michael F. Roizen, M.D. and Dr. Mehmet C. Oz, M.D.
#1 on New York Times Bestsellers List

Quote from "You Staying Young", page 27
- "While many diseases and conditions have genetic elements to them, memory conditions have some of the strongest genetic indicators. For example, a PET (positron-emission tomography) scan, which records images of the brain as it functions, reveals evidence of early Alzheimer's when it identifies that the brain is misusing energy. This abnormality is caused by illness of the mitochondria which is genetically determined. But the truth is that even if your genes have decided to give you a life of serious forgetfulness, you do have the ability to control these genes so your mind is strong, your brain functions at full power, and you remember everything from the crucial details of your life to whether or not you turned off the oven -- even when your birthday candles reach triple digits."

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CONTAINS INFO ON THE START OF OUR LOBBYING EFFORTS FOR

P.E.T. SCAN AT SUDBURY LAURENTIAN HOSPITAL

 

DATE:    WED. MARCH 12/08

LOCATION: MARGUERITE LOUGHEED CENTRE

ADDRESS: ALBERT ST.

TIME: 1:00 – 4:00 P.M.

R.S.V.P. IRENE WHITE 566-5686

(even1-2 hours would be helpful!)

 

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CARP SUDBURY CHAPTER – FOR THE FIFTY- PLUS

NOTICE OF GENERAL MEETING

THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2008

2:00 P.M.

PARKSIDE OLDER ADULT CENTRE
(in YMCA Building , Durham St.)

PROGRAM: “DRIVEWISE”
(Driver Safety Program for seniors presented by Sudbury Police. An excellent video followed by Question Period)

DOOR PRIZES & 50/50 DRAW


PRIOR TO THE MEETING, YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO A SOUP AND SANDWICH IN THE CAFETERIA (COST: $3.50)

ENTERTAINMENT

12 NOON – 1:30 P.M.


SEE YOU THERE NEXT THURSDAY!

 

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Carp’s Mandate/Mission:
 

To promote/protect the rights & quality of life of Canadian Seniors. To provide practical recommendations for issues it raises – through advocacy, education, dissemination of information, money saving services & programs for the 50 plus.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING
GENERAL MEETING OF THE GREATER SUDBURY CHAPTER
 

THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2008 BEGINNING AT 2.00 P.M.

The meeting will take place at the Parkside Centre OACS (Former Older Adult Centre)

140 Durham Street, Sudbury, Ontario


TOPICS FOR THE JANUARY GENERAL MEETING INCLUDE:

“DRIVE WISE SEMINAR” – Presented by Constable’s Robert Brunette & Linda Burns of The Greater Sudbury Police Services in conjunction with CARP Sudbury.

The Drive Wise program is a refresher seminar for seniors. Driving is a matter of freedom, independence & mobility for seniors & focuses on conditions that effect driving ability due to age or illness. Old age does not reduce driving skills but one must monitor their driving skills & Drive Wise shows you how.

“CARP UPDATES” - BY DARWIN BRUNNE,CHAIRMAN - SUDBURY
PLAN TO ATTEND – EVERYONE WELCOME

Join us for a pre-meeting soup/sandwich commencing at 12.30 P.M. @ The Parkside

“Seniors Helping Seniors – You’ve Got The Power”

For Carp information on membership, benefits, contact Darwin Brunne @ 866-2145


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We are pleased to invite you to this spectacular extravaganza!

Friday, October 26, 2007  
 

Come see, hear, learn, network, and enjoy the 50Plus Lifestyle Show.

 

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Featuring

An amazing line¬up of High Profile Speakers such as Arthur Black, Award¬Winning humorist and CARP magazine Columnist; Valerie Gibson, Journalist, broadcaster, expert on sex and relationships; Linda Leatherdale,Award¬winning Money/Financial Editor of the Toronto Sun, finance expert and TV host; Loren Christie, Travel expert and consultant; Libby Znaimer, author of In Cancerland¬Living Well Is The Best Revenge.

To find out more about the show and speaker time slots please visit
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The Date: Saturday, November 10, 2007
The Time: 10 AM to 5 PM
The Place: InterContinental Toronto Yorkville
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While the 50+ population is the largest and most affluent demographic segment of Canadian society, its influence is not equal to its size, according to a CARP Action Online survey.

While the 50+ population is the largest and most affluent demographic segment of Canadian society, its influence is not equal to its size. That’s the view of more than 1,800 CARP ACTION ONLINE readers who participated in last month’s poll.

The results were very definitive:

• 91 per cent somewhat or strongly agreed that politicians do not pay enough attention to the concerns of the 50+ segment

• 51 per cent somewhat or strongly believed that the media doesn’t accurately reflect what Boomers and seniors are really like

• 62 per cent somewhat or strongly felt they couldn’t find programming on radio and TV that appealed to their interests

• 69 per cent somewhat or strongly believed advertisers and marketers didn’t seem interested in attracting their business

• 85 per cent somewhat or strongly believed that too many people in society assume seniors are helpless and don’t have much to contribute

The results are particularly interesting, given the latest Statistics Canada report showing the 50+ segment continuing to grow in size and importance. For details of that report click here.

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CARP on the hill: Productivity and older workers

 

Article By: Bill Gleberzon and Judy Cutler, co-directors of Government Relations

 

CARP pushes to abolish Mandatory Retirement in federally regulated industries.

This October CARP will present its recommendations for the next Federal Budget. A Brief is presented to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance with a 5 minute in-person resume of the main points in the Brief. This is followed by a Q-and A between the members of the Committee and presenters like CARP.

Last year several of CARP’s suggestions were forwarded to the Minister of Finance with the Committee’s endorsement. Pension splitting, a campaign ably led by CARP Georgian Bay Chair Dan Braniff, and CARP’s proposal to restore the age at which RRSPs have to be converted to RRIFs from 69 to 71 were both included in the 2007 federal Budget.

A third proposal to unlock 100% of Locked-In Funds which are federally regulated was also accepted by the Committee but, unfortunately, not by the Minister. Nor was CARP’s advice to protect RRSPS and RRIFS from creditors in case of a bankruptcy adopted by either the Committee or the Minister.

Both of these items will be included in CARP’s Brief on the 2008 Budget. As will our advice to abolish Mandatory Retirement in federally regulated industries such as transportation, communications and banking, which was also passed over by both the Committee and the Minister. (As noted in another article in this e-newsletter, abolishing Mandatory Retirement is one of CARP’s recommended “Lucky 7 Priorities” for Ottawa to adopt.)

Ironically, in each of the last five or so consultations on the federal budget, the government has sought input on how to sustain productivity. Meanwhile it persists in ignoring the one step – abolishing Mandatory retirement -- that could provide a solution to the productivity quandary, even though it has established an Expert Committee on Older Workers which is touring the country.

Productivity, employment and consumption are inseparably linked. But employment is in danger and if falters so will the two elements of this triad.

A recently published Report by Statistics Canada on “The 2006 Census: Portrait of the Canadian Population in 2006 by Age and Sex: National Portrait,” confirmed what CARP has been saying for many years. Over the next 20 years, more and more Baby Boomers and their vanguard, the World War Two Babies, will reach the current age of retirement – 65. In fact, finding employees is already a challenge for many businesses and occupations. This situation will intensify by 2030 when one in four Canadians will be 65plus. The problem is that there are not enough young people to replace them. And immigration alone will not fill the employment gap.

However, persuading older workers to remain in the work force will ease the problem. But this cannot be accomplished without removing the obstacle of Mandatory Retirement. But Mandatory Retirement must not be replaced by mandatory employment, for example, by raising the age at which employees can access public and private pensions.

The intense backlash by seniors when the federal government’s attempted to tamper with the Old Age Security, which is received by all individuals when they turn 65 plus, by replacing it with a family benefit called “the Senior Benefit” must not be forgotten. (CARP played a leading role in having the “Senior Benefit” retracted and would rise to the occasion again if circumstances made it necessary to do so.) Those seniors were not War Babies or Baby Boomers who possess a strong sense of their entitlements and are accustomed to having society dance to their tune. They have always been vocal and unafraid to voice their expectations. They will form a formidable bloc, which may translate into great voting power.

Any notions of stirring up intergenerational conflict are dispelled by the recent Angus Reid Survey on “The Perceptions of Aging,” which found that “Canadians value seniors . . . . 76 per cent do not think seniors are a burden on younger generations.”

The decision to continue working must remain a matter of individual choice, based on ability, never age. As noted, CARP is adamantly opposed to any and all policies that mandate or force older employees to remain in the workforce. Rather they must retain the option to retire before, at or after 65. The “carrot “of persuasion should be used rather than the “stick” of coercion.

Companies must provide incentives such as: • benefits and corporate pensions;

• innovative approaches to compensation;

• phased retirement;

• flexible hours;

• training, re-training and upgrading for new technologies;

* opportunities for promotion and transfer;

• meaningful jobs including mentoring and coaching other workers. (See, Professor Marjorie Armstrong-Stassen, “Encouraging Retirees to Return to the Workforce,” HR, Human Resources Planning, (2006; 29.4) pp. 38-43.)

Ottawa must enable older workers who remain in the work force to:

* continue contributing to CPP without having to stop work and with an increased CPP payout;

• retain the current ages to receive Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement and CPP;

• create an environment of respect for older workers; * allow for a band of income above the Low Income Cut-Off line for recipients of Guaranteed Income Supplement without any adverse impact of that pension or any other benefits earmarked federally, provincially or territorially for “low income” seniors.

Before the Court Challenges Program was shut down by the present government, it funded CARP’s development of a constitutional case against Mandatory Retirement. The law firm of bakerlaw was hired to undertake the study, which has been completed.

CARP wrote to Prime Minister Harper requesting that he live up to his campaign promise to abolish Mandatory Retirement. No response has yet been received from his office. We are now deciding on next steps in the process such as going to court on this issue.

When the question of abolishing Mandatory Retirement was last brought before the Supreme Court in 1992, it found that the policy reflected “acceptable discrimination.” However times have changed since then. For example, Antonio Lamer, former Chief Justices of the Supreme Court, subsequently publicly stated that the decision was a mistake. And, of course, awareness of the need to retain older workers has become much more acute.

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Article By: Cynthia Ross Cravit

 

An increasing life expectancy is creating more centenarians than ever before.

Canada's population is aging fast – and it will get even older, according to the latest census numbers.

Nearly one of every three Canadians is a baby boomer, with the oldest of them more than 60 and the youngest no longer in their thirties. The country’s fastest growing demographic is the 55 - 64 age group. This represents 3.7 million people – a 28 per cent rise from five years ago.

The census also reports a record 4.3 million seniors – or 1 out of 7 Canadians. And the ranks of those 80 and over passed the 1-million mark for the first time between 2001 and 2006. This represents a 25 per cent increase from 2001.

The vast majority – more than two-thirds – of people over 80 are women.

The centenarian club
The number of people aged 100 or over also rose sharply. The number of centenarians jumped about 22 per cent from 2001 and 50 per cent from 1996. There are currently about 4,635 people over the age of 100 in the country, the report stated.

By 2031, it is estimated the country will have 14,000 people centenarians.

Will you live until 100?
Centenarians have some characteristics in common, according to the Boston University School of Medicine's New England Centenarian Study.

• Few centenarians are obese. In the case of men, they are nearly always lean.
• A substantial smoking history is rare.
• Centenarians are better able to handle stress.
• Many (30 per cent) experience no significant changes in their thinking abilities, disproving the expectation by many that all centenarians would be demented.
• Many centenarian women gave birth after the age of 35 and even 40. A woman who naturally has a child after the age of 40 has a 4-times greater chance of living to 100 compared to women who do not. (Bearing a child in one's forties may indicate that the woman's reproductive system is aging slowly and that the rest of her body is as well.)
• At least 50 per cent of centenarians have first-degree relatives and/or grandparents who also achieve very old age, and many have exceptionally old siblings.
• Many of the children of centenarians (age range of 65 to 82 years) appear to be following in their parents' footsteps with marked delays in cardiovascular disease, diabetes and overall mortality.

7 tips for aging well*
While good genes can help you live a longer life, a healthy lifestyle is also important, medical experts say. Here are 7 tips for healthy aging.

Eat well. A number of studies have shown that a healthy diet can help you live longer and better. Select foods that are nutrient dense, meaning they have lots of essential nutrients in proportion to their calories. These would include whole grains, fresh vegetables and fruits and legumes.

Keep physically active. Try to exercise for at least 30 minutes most days of the week. The benefits are many: weight control, improved blood circulation, increased muscle mass, greater flexibility, more endurance and improved balance.

Use sun protection. Sun exposure is responsible not only for much of the skin damage associated with aging, but it puts you at risk for skin cancer.

Limit alcohol. Women who take more than drink a day put themselves at increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, some cancers and liver and pancreatic diseases. Alcohol can weaken your immune system, affect your cognitive abilities and increase your risk of falling.

Avoid tobacco use. Smoking is linked to various cancers, as well as to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke and lung disease.

Stay socially connected and intellectually curious. Having strong ties to family and friends can reduce stress and keep you healthier. Give your brain a work-out with classes, hobbies, reading and other mind-challenging activities to better maintain your memory.

Get regular medical exams and preventive health screenings. Many diseases are treatable when detected early.

*The Mayo Clinic

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How long can you expect to live? The Life Expectancy Calculator on Livingto100.com is based on findings from various studies of centenarians and other longevity research. To use the calculator, click here. (This site has been named twice as one of USA Today's Hottest Sites.) For a Canadian version, click here.

 

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