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Family Caregivers of BC Applauds $75 M in New Caregiver Support Funding

6/30/2018

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Good Good News!

Making the private matter of caring for your family member or friend a public matter has long been a mission of the 29-­year-­old charity Family Caregivers Society of British Columbia.

With Health Minister Adrian Dix’s announcement of $75million in new provincial caregiver support funding, the Society is celebrating. “Today’s commitment to supporting family and friend caregivers across BC is significant, and unprecedented in Canada,” said Barbra Hopkins,President of Family Caregivers of British Columbia (FCBC).

“I am a care giver for my mother and had to reduce my work to part-time, and I also help care for my grandchildren, so I know first-hand what’s at stake.”

Hopkins is one of more than one million family caregivers across BC doing the same thing – juggling work, caring for an aging parent or chronically ill family member or friend – and trying to remain healthy despite the financial, physical and emotional toll of caregiving.

“After many decades of calling for a systemic approach to supporting caregivers, it’s finally going to happen,” adds FCBC ExecutiveDirector Barb MacLean. “We couldn’t be more pleased about this increased level of recognition and support for a very hard-working, invisible part of society.

”MacLean notes that the new provincial funding is earmarked to make a difference at the community level through increased respite and adult day program options.Caregivers need regular relief from caregiving duties and this funding will help significantly.”

FCBC operates the BC Caregiver Support Line (1-877-520-3267)and a virtual Caregiver Resource Center, as well as being a voice for care givers in the health sector.

“This funding is substantial enough to paint a brighter future for thousands of caregivers, ensuring they won’t break under the burden of caring,” says MacLean. “This is truly care for the caregiver, and a wise move to build capacity for us to age with dignity in our own homes, with the people we care about.”

Contact:
Barb MacLean
Executive Director
Family Caregivers of British Columbia
www.familycaregiversbc.ca - Email
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Congratulations! - We finally have a new Seniors Centre in South Vancouver

6/29/2018

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GOOD GOOD NEWS! After many years of planning, hard work and dedication from Lorna Gibbs and SVSACS, the Killarney Seniors Centre is finally open! Time to Celebrate!! 

The Seniors Hub is so very grateful to Lorna and SVSACS to holding on to the dream of having a much-needed Seniors Centre built in South Vanouver for Seniors.  The project took almost 20 years to complete.  It wouldn't have happened without all who stuck to it and never gave up - THANK YOU!!!

Yesterday, June 28th many attended the official opening at the new Centre...

Click here for a wonderful article at the Courier newspaper
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「華人社區響應網絡」成立關注長者受虐

6/29/2018

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【明報】幫助受虐長者的「卑詩社區響應網絡協會」(BC Association of CommunityResponse Networks)6月15日成立第一個「華人社區響應網絡」,該協會行政服務部門總裁約翰遜(Sharon Johnson)指,在大溫樓價愈來愈不可負擔情況下,不少成年子女容易不斷向父母伸手拿錢買房子或撫養孩子,或是搬回與父母同住,吃住由父母承擔,這均是一種財務虐待。

約翰遜說,如此長者在財務上被虐待的情況每天不斷上演,而且是跨族裔的普遍現象。

約翰遜說,說不同語言或來自不同文化的長者,雖然在受虐問題上有些差異,但不管是什麼族裔,長者被虐發生最多的類型均是財務虐待,其次是情緒虐待,而遭受到肢體虐待的長者則相對比較少。

她認為,大溫樓價愈來愈高,對長者虐待問題產生了推波助瀾的作用,許多長者與子女相處的問題,均與房屋問題有關。

她說,曾有一名長者由於年齡大逐漸忘東忘西,這時她聽從子女建議,授權子女代為處理銀行事宜,子女以買房屋,首期不夠為理由,陸續自銀行帳戶取錢,直到有一天,她才發現銀行的錢所剩無幾。

「華人社區響應網絡」統籌歐瑞蓮則說,近六成自中國申請到大溫居住的父母均為鰥寡,他們語言不通又愛子心切,也很容易成為財務受虐對象。

她又舉一例說,例如有老人家已經到了可領政府老人金的年齡,卻常聽到她需要向兒子拿錢,每次要幾十元。在其他朋友詢問了解下,才知道原來該老人家不懂英文不知如何申請老人金,而請兒子代勞,兒子填了自己的銀行帳戶作為轉帳帳戶,因此每個月的老人金都在兒子手裏。後來經過其他朋友的協助,才通知了加拿大服務部(ServiceCanada),將老人金直接匯進該老人的戶頭。

根據省衛生廳的統計,本省約有4%至一成的長者遭到一定程度的財務、肉體、情緒及性剝削,歐瑞蓮說,由於很多長者受虐個案均未報警或驚動社工,使得統計數字可能嚴重低估實際情況。
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Reaching the Golden Years in Style

6/28/2018

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Getting older is something that no one is quite fond of, and half the time, it scares people to think that one day they will be just like their grandparents. 

This shouldn’t be the case, though, because as the saying goes, the older you get, the wiser you become - and there are plenty of ways to move into your retirement years with the best health possible!

 
Common Aging Issues
 
To start with, you should always take care of your body - no matter what age you are.  This means making sure your body gets the right amount of vitamins and minerals, and you are eating a varied diet high in fruits and vegetables. 

A good diet helps to maintain many of your body’s basic functions and helps to fight off many diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and some forms of dementia.  In addition, make sure you continue regular check ups with your various doctors, and limit alcohol and smoking.

 
This also includes making sure you take care of your dental health, as dental health affects all other parts of your body and digestive system.  Make sure you adopt the right habits for your mouth - not only does every mouth need a different style, every person might need different kinds of tools. 

There are toothbrushes that can be modified for those that have arthritis, and there are many ways to make the flossing process easier, no matter your physical ability.  Speak with your dentist about what is best for you.

 
Get A Life!
 
Hobbies are important at any stage of life, but particularly after retirement.  Making sure you stay active in your community and with your peers is a big deal, as it can help to keep your mental acuity sharp and your body in good shape.  There aremany kinds of hobbies that are appropriate for all ages, like golf, yoga, and gardening, as well as many that are perfect for exercising your brain. 

One such thing is to pick up video games - yes, it does sound like a young person’s hobby, but anyone can pick up a game system and learn how to play.  It will help with fine motor movements, decision making, as well as reducing stress and learning a new activity. 

 
Hobbies can also help with addiction issues seniors might have - anything from alcohol and smoking, to illicit drugs.  Staying active and having an outlet for anxiety or depression are first and foremost when you also have issues with substances. 

These issues with dependency can also show themselves later in life because there are a lot of changes that people go through as they age, which can lead to feelings of isolation and loss.

More than 2.5 million older adults in the U.S. have issues with some kind of substance addiction, so it’s important to keep yourself active and motivated - and to reach out for support the moment you feel like there even could be a problem.

 
Coping with the issues of aging have been difficult for a very long time, and might even be more prevalent in today’s societies.  Don’t forget that you have a lot to contribute as a person, and the years have only made you wiser. 

Make sure to focus on the positives to help stave off feelings of loneliness, and accept that you can’t change everything about your aging process.  Keeping in social contact with the people in your community, or moving into an assisted or independent living community can help with developing hobbies, learning new skills, and maintaining the social contact that everyone craves. 

​Getting older doesn’t have to feel like the end - it’s the next best part of your life, and it’s up to you to make it that way.


Guest post by Lisa Gonzalez
gonzalez.lisa@elderscorps.org
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Oral Health Guide for Seniors

6/27/2018

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Toothbrush.org is an advocacy campaign dedicated to the enhancement of oral health.

In addition to providing toothbrushes to those in need, they also provide resources to not only educate, but to also spread awareness - especially to at-risk communities.
 
According to Toothbrush.org, one of the communities that face the hardest oral health challenges today is the older adult population. 

In fact, studies reveal 1 in 5 older adults have untreated dental problems. In addition to the implications that come with poor oral health, research suggest ties between poor oral health and diabetes, stroke, heart disease and other serious health issues.
 
In order to raise awareness and educate those who are facing or who may face these problems, Toothbrush.org created this useful guide that outlines the importance of oral health and what the older adult population can do to ensure better oral health: https://www.toothbrush.org/ultimate-guide-oral-health-seniors
 
 
Shared by Sarah Olson
Toothbrush.org | A Campaign for Oral Health
email: sarah@toothbrush.org

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Seniors’ Health and Safety Fair

6/26/2018

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Vancouver Police Department presents the Seniors’ Health and Safety Fair on July 19, 2018
 
The Vancouver Police Department and community partners are working together to hold this great information-filled event!There will be information booths and presentations on topics such as Seniors’ Centres and Networks, elder abuse, personal safety, health, and diversity.  Opening remarks will be given by Vancouver Police Chief Constable Adam Palmer.
 
Thursday, July 19, 2018
from 8:00am-4:00pm

Roundhouse Community Center
81 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC

No cost for attendees
 
Please arrive early for registration. A light breakfast and a light lunch will be provided.
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