You th<strong>in</strong>k Englsh is easy?The bandage was woundaround the wound.The farm was used to produceproduce.The dump was do full thatit had to refuse more refuse.We must polish the Polishfurniture.He could lead if we couldget the lead out.The solider decided todesert his dessert <strong>in</strong> the desert.S<strong>in</strong>ce there is no moretime like the present, hethought it was time to presentthe present.I did not object to the object.A bass was pa<strong>in</strong>ted <strong>in</strong> thehead of the bass drum.When shot at, the dovedove <strong>in</strong>to the bushes.The <strong>in</strong>surance was <strong>in</strong>validfor the <strong>in</strong>valid.There was a row among theoarsmen about how to row.They were too close to thedoor to close it.The buck does funny th<strong>in</strong>gswhen the does are present.A seamstress and a sewerfell down <strong>in</strong>to the sewer.To help with the plant<strong>in</strong>g,the farmer taught his sowto sow.August 2013 – <strong>Kerby</strong> News – Page 29Don’t forget to celebrate Heritage Day, Monday, August 5, 2013VolunteerSpotli ghtDoreen BatesDoreen startedvolunteer<strong>in</strong>g for<strong>Kerby</strong><strong>Centre</strong><strong>in</strong> 2011andhasc ontributedanamaz<strong>in</strong>g az<strong>in</strong>g5 63hourss<strong>in</strong>cethen.Shevolunteersas the facilitatoroftheWednesdayCraftGroupand theKnitt<strong>in</strong>gfora Causegr oup. In thisrole, shewelcomes new volunteers to the groups,trackstheirhours, organizes each meet<strong>in</strong>g, and helpsanyone look<strong>in</strong>g to buy beautiful hand crafted itemsfrom thegroup. Her backgroundas a seamstress andhervolunteerwork<strong>in</strong> Ontarioteach<strong>in</strong>gpeople to sewdef<strong>in</strong>itelyitelycame <strong>in</strong> handy. With her help the craft grouphasgrownfroma mere 5peopletoa regularshow<strong>in</strong>gof over20, and Knitt<strong>in</strong>g for a Cause has doubled <strong>in</strong> size.Doreenenjoys giv<strong>in</strong>g back to thecommunity as muchas sheloveslearn<strong>in</strong>g new th<strong>in</strong>gs. Rightnow she iswork<strong>in</strong>g onher first ever crochet project!Than k you, Doreen for all thaty oudo for <strong>Kerby</strong> <strong>Centre</strong>!Smile This SummerWe can help with:New Dentures: Complete or Partial:Fixed (on implants),Removable, Natural Esthetic or Hollywood, StyleOld Dentures: Repairs, Rel<strong>in</strong>es <strong>in</strong> a Day, Adjustments,Polish<strong>in</strong>gOther: Always Free Consultations, Pre authorizations, On siteWashroom, Wheelchair Accessible, Free smiles available*Please call: 403-338-1014Visit: Brentwood Village Mall NW,313A 3630 Brentwood Road NW, CalgaryWebsite: www.royaldenture.com Email:contact@royaldenture.comSummertime is the perfect timefor eat<strong>in</strong>g healthyOrig<strong>in</strong>’s Healthy Choice Options focus on fresh <strong>in</strong>gredients andseasonal menus that offer an array of choices each and every day.Our Healthy Choice Optionsare entrees that are nutrient and flavourrich, while m<strong>in</strong>imiz<strong>in</strong>g sodium and fats. Our Chef and D<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g ServicesTeeam utilize seasonal produce and their menus are overseen by adietician. Book a complimentary lunch and see for yourself.Contact Whitehorn Village for more <strong>in</strong>formation.5200 - 44th Avenue N.E., Calgary403-271-2277www.whitehornvillage.com
Page 30 – <strong>Kerby</strong> News – August 2013The Healthy SeniorBy Fred CicettiQ. I’m a senior plann<strong>in</strong>gto have surgery <strong>in</strong> a fewmonths. I was wonder<strong>in</strong>gif I can I donate blood tomyself <strong>in</strong> advance?A. Yes you can. This iscalled autologous blooddonation. It’s done <strong>in</strong> theweeks before non-emergencysurgery.The bloodis stored until the operation.Autologous donationis most often employed <strong>in</strong>surgery on bones, bloodvessels, the ur<strong>in</strong>ary tract,and the heart, when thelikelihood of transfusionis high.This form of blooddonation is good for thepatient, but it’s beneficialto society, too.People over the age of 69require half of all wholeblood and red blood cellstransfused. Giv<strong>in</strong>g blood toyourself cuts down on thedemand for blood.Typically, each donatedunit of blood, referred to aswhole blood, is separated<strong>in</strong>to multiple components,such as red blood cells,plasma, platelets, and antihemophilicfactor, for transfusionto <strong>in</strong>dividuals withdifferent needs.With an ag<strong>in</strong>g populationand advances <strong>in</strong> medicaltreatments requir<strong>in</strong>gblood transfusions, thedemand for blood is<strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>g. Volunteersdonate almost all the bloodtransfused. Us<strong>in</strong>g currentscreen<strong>in</strong>g and donation procedures,a grow<strong>in</strong>g numberof blood banks have foundblood donation by seniorsto be safe and practical; ifyou’re a senior, you canprobably help the cause.To be eligible to donateblood, a person must be <strong>in</strong>good health. In general, donorsmust weigh at least 110pounds. Most blood bankshave no upper age limit.Donors are screened for AIDS,hepatitis, other diseases, andother possible problems.Adult males have about12 p<strong>in</strong>ts of blood <strong>in</strong> theircirculation and adultfemales have about n<strong>in</strong>ep<strong>in</strong>ts. The donor’s bodyreplenishes the fluid lostfrom donation <strong>in</strong> about 24hours. The red blood cellsthat are lost are generallyreplaced <strong>in</strong> a few weeks.Whole blood can be donatedonce every eight weeks.What is the most commonblood type?The approximate distributionof blood types is as follows.Distribution may bedifferent for specific racialand ethnic groups:O Rh-positive: 38 percentO Rh-negative: 7 percentA Rh-positive: 34 percentA Rh-negative: 6 percentB Rh-positive: 9 percentB Rh-negative: 2 percentAB Rh-positive: 3 percentAB Rh-negative: 1 percentIn an emergency, anyonecan receive type O redblood cells, and type AB<strong>in</strong>dividuals can receive redblood cells of any ABOtype. Therefore, peoplewith type O blood areknown as “universaldonors,” and those withtype AB blood are knownas “universal recipients.”If you would like to readmore columns, you canorder a copy of “How to bea Healthy Geezer” atwww.healthygeezer.com.❑❑❑❑Pam worried ❑ vacations❑meant leav<strong>in</strong>g Mom alone…Mom’s now liv<strong>in</strong>g at Chartwell andneither one wants the vacation to endChartwell’s Guest Stay program is designed to offer short-termaccommodation and temporary support. This <strong>in</strong>cludes a respectful andrelaxed environment, tasty and nutritious d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g options and accessto on-site services. You’ll have the peace of m<strong>in</strong>d of know<strong>in</strong>g yourloved one is not alone, and they’ll have the comfort and convenienceof be<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> a safe and secure Chartwell retirement residence.Summer caregiv<strong>in</strong>g savvySUMMER BREEZERefreshments & guest tours available.222 - 25 th Avenue SW., Calgary, ABCont<strong>in</strong>ued from page 25with good treads, and has anyrecommended mobility aids.• A f<strong>in</strong>al piece of advice:don’t forget to protect yourselffrom the ill effects of summersun, heat and smog, too.If your relative lives alone• Make daily checks dur<strong>in</strong>gheat waves to ensure heor she is eat<strong>in</strong>g and especiallydr<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g sufficiently(arrange for more groceriesas necessary), isn’t overdressedand is act<strong>in</strong>g normally.Seek medical attention ifyou have any concerns abouttheir physical or mental state.• Ensure any air conditionersor fans are <strong>in</strong> goodrepair and be<strong>in</strong>g used.• Help your relative obta<strong>in</strong>an air condition<strong>in</strong>g unit ifthey doesn’t have one, orarrange dur<strong>in</strong>g a heat wavefor them to stay with someone(you, another relative, ora friend) whose home is climatecontrolled.• Provide or arrange fortransportation to appo<strong>in</strong>tments,for errands, or to takethem to a cool place. Theyshould not be walk<strong>in</strong>g anydistance or wait<strong>in</strong>g at busstops <strong>in</strong> extreme weather.• If your relative lives <strong>in</strong> adifferent area, arrange for alocal friend or neighbour topay them a daily visit dur<strong>in</strong>gheat waves, and to call youwith any concerns. Supplyyour relative with a list ofbus<strong>in</strong>esses that offer deliveryservice, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g grocerystores and pharmacies,so they don’t feel the need toventure out <strong>in</strong> extreme conditions.If your relative doesnot have air condition<strong>in</strong>g,call the local public healthoffice or Agency on Ag<strong>in</strong>g tof<strong>in</strong>d out if there’s a programthat subsidizes the cost of airconditioners, or else a publiccool<strong>in</strong>g centre <strong>in</strong> your relative’sarea.
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