Mission Seniors Living 55 Plus, May 2013

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A monthly guide to events, resources and services for Mission Seniors May 2013

B.C.’s Ombudsperson Kim Carter will

be the featured speaker to kick off Seniors Week in Mission this year.

The ombudsperson is independent of government and political parties, whose purpose is to ensure everyone in B.C. is treated fairly and respectfully by public service agencies.

Seniors who believe they have been

unreasonably treated by organizations, such as a hospital or health region, ICBC, municipal and regional governments, or government boards, can file a complaint at the Office of the Ombudsperson if they have been unable to resolve the situation themselves.

The Ombudsperson will investigate the reports and attempt to help you address it. The Ombudsperson can also “investigate

complaints regarding the failure of health authorities to enforce standards of care in residential care facilities.”

Carter authored a two-part seniors report focusing on those in residential care facilities needing 24-hour care in the first half , and those that rely on other care options, such as home support and assisted living in the second report.

The reports are available

online at www.ombudsman.bc.ca.

Carter was named B.C.’s ombudsperson in 2006 and was re-appointed for a second term last May.

She holds a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School and a Masters of Law degree from the University of Ottawa. Carter has spent more than 30 years as a logistics and legal officer with the

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This special edition of Living 55 Plus will focus on Seniors Week in Mission.

There are numerous activities planned throughout the week by different engaging organizations for seniors. A full list of events is listed on page 20. Take the time to review what’s happening and plan to get involved.

Mission Seniors Living 55 Plus is dedicated to our seniors, whom we hope to motivate and keep active. We welcome story submissions and photos.Submissions can be e-mailed to Gordon Dainard at [email protected].

If you missed an issue of Mission Seniors Living 55 Plus, visit missioncityrecord.com and click e-Editions.

B.C. Ombudsperson connecting with local seniors on May 31

Celebrating seniorsSeniors Week is May 31 to June 8 in Mission

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Come meet Kim Carter

From PAGE 13Canadian Forces, and has a background in criminal, international and administrative law.

Carter will be speaking about the “the role of the office of the Ombudsperson in ensuring seniors are treated fairly” on May 31 at 1 p.m. at the Mission Seniors Activity Centre, 33100 10 Ave.

The Office of the Ombudsperson is located in Victoria. For general inquiries, call 1-800-567-3247.

Steve Lau was born in Hong Kong in 1951, and moved to Vietnam

at an early age, where his interest in country music began while listening to armed forces radio.

He moved to the U.S.A. to escape the escalating Vietnam War and at 16, he began his professional musical career by playing in various country music clubs throughout North America.

He has performed with such notables as Ferlin Husky, Tex Williams, Peggy Little, Johnny Rodriguez, and Ray Pillow. In 1971, Steve moved to Canada and recorded his first single Coming Back Your Way, and has performed on numerous television and radio shows including the Ian Tyson Show in Toronto.

In 1990, Steve was the second Canadian guest that appeared on To Be A Star on the Nashville Network and made it to

the finals. Steve has since released

an album titled Someone New.

Steve is an accomplished guitar player and singer who specializes in traditional country music as well as popular rock oldies from the ‘50s and ‘60s.

He loves bringing music to his audiences and has performed at the Cloverdale Rodeo, the Coombs Festival, the Mill Bay Festival, the Okanagan Country Music Jamboree, the Chilliwack Harvest Festival and the Chilliwack Exhibition at Heritage Park. Steve attracts country fans as well as golden oldies fans wherever he performs.

Come for some lunch and enjoy Steve’s music on Sunday, June 2 at the Seniors Activity Centre. Tickets are $5.

For more information call 604-820-9300.

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Steve Lau is the Hong Kong Cowboy. He is an accomplished singer and guitar player and will be performing at Cedarbrooke Chateau on Seventh Avenue on Sunday, June 2.


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Mission Community Services Society and SilverCity Mission are presenting Quartet on June 4 at 1 p.m. The film is directed by Dustin Hoffman and stars Maggie Smith, Tom Courtenay and Billy Connolly.

At a home for retired musicians, the annual concert to celebrate Verdi’s birthday is disrupted by the arrival of Jean, an eternal diva and the former wife of one of the residents.

Come watch this movie for a minimum $2 donation to the

Starlight Foundation. All funds will be matched by SilverCity Mission. Refreshments will be provided. For more information call Felice or Catherine at 604-826-3634.

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The Mission Old Age Pensioners Organization, Branch 28, held a Spring Tea on May 11.

We all enjoyed a fun-filled afternoon with door prizes, a cake walk, a bake table and we also raffled off many food hampers.

The non-perishables and baking were donated by our members.

The door prizes were donated by our members and local businesses.

Everyone enjoyed the socializing. On behalf of the executive, we

would like to thank all who worked so diligently to ensure a successful afternoon.

Also, thank you to everyone who came out to support us and to help the OAPO continue advocating for seniors as well as helping us support several local charities in Mission.

Spring tea with OAPOMission’s OAPO held a Spring Tea on May 11 at the Seniors Activity Centre.


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The Mission Seniors Centre Association provides wonderful social and recreational opportunities for everyone that is 50 plus years of age..

Activities are planned monthly. Be sure to stop by the lounge or into one of the social activity programs listed.

Seniors Activity Centre(located at the Mission Community Activity Centre)33100 - 10th AveMission, BC V2V 4K4604-814-2188

The Lounge…The lounge will be open Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Come, sit down, enjoy a cup of coffee/tea. There will be a variety of events taking place in the lounge area.LunchLunch for participants is available in limited quantity every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for a low cost.

Weekly scheduleMondays11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Drop-in Bingo1:30-3:00 p.m. Seniors Mixed Bridge7:15-9 p.m. Crib at Cedarbrook Chateau

Tuesday9:30-10:30 a.m. Drop in Line Dancing10 a.m.-Noon Crafts-Knitting/Crochet/Greeting Cards/Water Colour Painting

Wednesday9:15-10 a.m. Chair Fitness Exercise11 a.m.-1 p.m. Drop-in Crib12:30-3:30pm Golden Ear Bingo

Thursday9:15-10 a.m. Drop-in Line Dancing

Friday9:15-10 a.m. Chair Fitness Exercise11 a.m.-1 p.m. Drop-in Crib

ActivitiesLots of people to meet and fun things to see and do at your activity centre.Bingo - Drop-InCome for fun, fellowship and the chance of yelling “Bingo”Mondays 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Birthday PartiesThe Old Age Pensioners Organization hosts a party on the 4th Friday of each month at 1 p.m. Pot Luck/catered lunches.Book ClubDo you like to read Would you like to discuss books with others? Please call the Seniors Centre 604-814-2188 for more information.Cribbage - Drop-inWe encourage all to come and join us.Golden Era BingoTry your luck at a rousing game of bingo. Contact Ray Johnston604-826-7095

Seniors Chair ExerciseGet a great workout. Suitable for those with mobility issues, arthritis & � bromyalgia. Taught by a certi� ed professional. Contact the of� ce at 604.814.2188

MeetingsDrop-in Centre General Meeting1st Monday 1 p.m.Seniors Activity Centre General Memberships Meetings1st Thursday 10:30 a.m.Old Age Pensioners Org. Br. 28 General Meeting2nd Friday 1:30 p.m.Old Age Pensioners Org. Br. 28 Birthday Party4th Friday 1:30 p.m.

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Calendar of Events

• Travel presentation: Teaching in India, presented by George and Sylvia Peary at Lifetime Learning Centre Society on June 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 32444 Seventh Ave. See the sights and hear the adventures. For more information call 604-820-0220.

• Bus tour to the Orthodox Monastery in Dewdney, presented by Lifetime Learning Centre. Enjoy a morning Russian Tea, self-guided tour of Inch Creek Hatchery, lunch at the Schnitzel House (optional), and an afternoon tasting blackberry wine at Kermode Wines. Dress comfortably and bring your camera. Pre-register by calling 604-820-0220. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Bus departs June 7 at 9:30 a.m. from 32444 Seventh Ave. For more information call 604-820-0220.

• Canadian History Films, presented by Lifetime Learning Centre, at Carrington House, 32700 Seventh Ave., on May 27 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. For more info call 604-820-0220.

• BC Seniors Ombudsperson May 31 at 1 p.m.Ombudsperson, Kim Carter, will be presenting “The role of the office of the Ombudsperson in ensuring seniors are treated fairly in B.C.” Seniors Activity Centre on 10 Ave.

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• French Conversation, intermediate classes are held every Monday in June from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Lifetime Learning Centre, 32444 Seventh Ave. For more information call 604-820-0220.

• Seniors Connection office at Mission Community Services Society. Stop by if you need information, services or help completing government forms. Income tax help also available. For more info call 604-826-3634.

• Lunch with a bunch at Carrington House on the third Thursday of every month, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $10/meal, plus $5 for transportation. Register by calling 604-826-3634.

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Seniors Connection officeSeniors Connection officeMission Community Services Society. Stop by if you need information, services or help completing government forms. Income tax help also available. For more info call 604-826-3634.

•• Lunch with a bunchLunch with a bunchCarrington House on the third Thursday of every month, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $10/meal, plus $5 for transportation. Register by calling 604-826-3634.

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• Royal TeaEnjoy an interactive radio play featuring royal visits in the 1930s and 1950s and Mission’s links to the monarchy. Tea time is June 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Cedarbrooke Chateau. For tickets call 604-820-0220.

The next issue of Mission Seniors Living 55 Plus will be June 27, 2013


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SENIOR’SDIRECTORY

Mission Seniors Activity Centre Association

Phone: 604-814-2188website: missionseniorscentre.com

Lifetime Learning Centre Society

Phone: 604-820-0220E-mail: lifetimelearningcentre

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Old Age Pensioners OrganizationPhone: 604-826-8974

E-mail: [email protected]

Mission Community Services SocietyPhone: 604-826-3634


Mission Seniors Advisory CommitteePhone: 604-814-2188


Elder Citizen Action CoalitionWebsite: thecouncilclaw.ca

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Dear ladies and gentlemen,Don your white gloves. You are cordially invited to the Cedars annual High Tea and Open House.Held in honour of Seniors Week (June 2-8), the a ernoon fête is our way of saying thank you to all the caring, capable seniors who play an integral role in our community and across B.C.Refreshments include tea, co� ee, sandwiches and treats in all shapes and sizes.� e event is popular, so RSVP at 604-826-2194See you there!

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Feel confident with your smile

Attractive, healthy teeth play an in important role in our general health and well-

being. You want to look and feel

confident, feel free to laugh with friends and family anytime and anywhere. There are many reasons why people lose their teeth, which can have a strong impact on your quality of life.

What happens when you get dentures? Your chewing ability decreases up to 90 per cent; your food choices become very limited; and you have to get used to a soft and easy-to-chew diet.

On top of that, dentures don’t last forever and just like anything else in life, require maintenance. Poor fitting full and partial dentures can lead to eating problems, speech impediments, gum irritations and can greatly

affect your quality of life. This sounds pretty discouraging

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you can once again enjoy a wholesome diet rich in healthy foods. You have greater confidence as you can eat, speak and laugh with firmly attached dentures that don’t loosen up anymore.

Markus Fischer, RD, RDT, PID

provides a full range of denturist services at Fischer Denture Clinic which is located across from Mission Hospital.

Markus began his career as a dental technician in 1993; became a denturist in 2006 and is an instructor in dental technology and denturism at Vancouver Community College. He is passionate about giving you the best possible denture care.

A modern in-house laboratory within the denture clinic allows the local fabrication of dentures and guarantees the highest quality work, materials and procedures. This means that they can provide you with same-day repairs and relines.

Visit their office for a complementary evaluation of your current dentures or to discuss various treatment options.

For more information, call 604-814-0244 or visit www.fischerdentures.com.

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SENIORS' WEEKMission2013

Schedule of EventsFriday May 31 - Kim Carter, British Columbia's Ombudsperson

Speaking on, "The role of the office of the Ombudsperson in ensuring seniors are treated fairly". 1:00 pm at the Mission Seniors Activity Centre (33100-10th Ave.)

Saturday June 1 - Royal Tea -Broadcasting Royal Visits - 2:00-4:00pm at the Cedarbrooke Chateau (32331-7th Ave.)

Presented by Lifetime Learning Centre Tickets $5.00, contact Diana at 604-820-0220.

Sunday, June 2 - Lunch and entertainment At the Seniors Activity Centre, Cedarbrooke Chateau will

host a lunch and entertainment with Steve Lau "Hong Kong Cowboy". Tickets $5.00 at Cedarbrooke Chateau

604-820-9300 or Doug Pearson 604-814-2188

Monday, June 3 - Ice Cream Social 1:30-3:00pm at Carrington House (32679 -6th Ave.) Contact Karen Reed 604-826-4747

Tuesday, June 4 - Open House 1:30-3:30pm Mission Lawn Bowling Club (7560 - Hurd St.) Contact Ev Boon 604-826-7576 'The Quartet' at SilverCity Cinema 1:00 -3:00pm presented by Mission Community Services Donation of $2.00 going to the Starlight Foundation. Contact Felice and Catherine at 604-826-3634

Wednesday, June 5 - Cedars Open House and Tea 2:00-4:00pm at the Cedars (7380 - Hurd St.) Contact Tricia Schweers 604-826-2194

Thursday, June 6 - Afternoon Dance with 'Sweet Water' 1:00-4:00pm presented by Mission Seniors Centre (33100-10th Ave.) Refreshments provided. Tickets $5.00 Contact Jeanne Price or Doug Pearson 604-814-2188

Friday, June 7 - Afternoon BBQ 1:00-3:00pm at the Seniors Activity Centre (33100-10th Ave.) Presented by the Old Age Pensioners and by donation. Contact Sophie 604-820-9121

Saturday, June 8 - Pancake Breakfast 9:00-11:30am at the Mission Legion (32627 Logan Ave.) Tickets $5.00 Contact Wendy Wenberg 604-826-2331

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Mission Seniors Living 55 Plus, May 2013

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