August 09, Pennywise – Trail, Beaver Valley, Rossland
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Digital literacy resources aim to keep seniors safe and connected<br />
Connectivity has never been more important<br />
than in this last year, when the pandemic<br />
separated people from their friends and families<br />
for an extended period of time. With the<br />
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older population being so much more vulnerable<br />
to COVID-19, they are likely to spend<br />
more time physically distancing for longer<br />
than the rest of the general population. Sadly,<br />
this isolation can have major<br />
repercussions.<br />
A recent study showed<br />
that social disconnection<br />
puts older adults at greater<br />
risk of depression and anxiety,<br />
and can even lead to<br />
health problems such as<br />
cognitive decline and heart<br />
disease. People with strong<br />
social bonds are 50 per cent<br />
less likely to suffer negative<br />
effects from isolation than<br />
those who have fewer social<br />
connections.<br />
Yet there is a gap when<br />
it comes to access to<br />
technology.<br />
According to Stats Canada, roughly 30 per<br />
cent of the senior population do not use the<br />
Internet. Of those who do have internet, many<br />
don’t have strong enough digital literacy skills<br />
to use tools that may help to improve their<br />
mental health and well-being.<br />
ABC Life Literacy Canada, a national notfor-profit<br />
literacy organization, offers a suite<br />
of free resources aimed at adults who want to<br />
improve their digital literacy skills. Through<br />
two of its programs <strong>–</strong> Youth Teaching Adults<br />
and ABC Internet Matters <strong>–</strong> anyone can<br />
access a wide variety of downloadable tools,<br />
resources and lesson plans on how to navigate<br />
the World Wide Web.<br />
Resources range from tools such as how to<br />
stay safe online by being able to identify spam<br />
emails or set strong passwords to downloading<br />
and using apps such as Spotify, Facebook<br />
and YouTube. The resources are available to<br />
individuals as well as community groups who<br />
want to run workshops to support seniors in<br />
their community with valuable digital literacy<br />
skills.<br />
“The COVID-19 pandemic has put a spotlight<br />
on the reality of senior isolation and<br />
loneliness in Canada, and demonstrated the<br />
need to empower seniors with digital literacy<br />
skills,” says Elizabeth Robinson, Director<br />
of Programs at ABC Life Literacy Canada.<br />
“While the number of adult learners and<br />
seniors with access to the internet is growing<br />
significantly, many don’t have the appropriate<br />
digital literacy skills to use the Internet safely.<br />
Our hope is that these resources will help<br />
provide adults and seniors the skills and confidence<br />
needed to connect with their community<br />
and gain access to basic needs like food,<br />
government support and healthcare.”<br />
To access free digital literacy resources,<br />
visit www.abclifeliteracy.ca.<br />
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328 15th Avenue, Genelle<br />
Fabulous open floor plan, amazing views from large covered deck.<br />
Lower lot great for family fun<br />
MLS 2459935 $669,500<br />
595 Hwy 3A<br />
Ootischenia<br />
4.47 Acres, drilled well, foundation in<br />
place, great views<br />
MLS 2457080 $399,900<br />
2477 Daye Road, ? Castlegar<br />
Raspberry family home, in-law suite, large covered deck, hot tub<br />
MLS 2459825 $519,900<br />
Kootenay Lake Levels<br />
<strong>August</strong> 4, 2021<br />
For the benefit of Kootenay Lake area residents,<br />
the following lake levels are provided by FortisBC<br />
as a public service.<br />
Queen’s Bay: Present level: 1742.42 ft<br />
7 day forecast: Holding<br />
2021 peak: 1747.33 ft / 2020 peak: 1750.<strong>09</strong> ft<br />
Nelson:<br />
Present level: 1742.06 ft<br />
7 day forecast: Holding<br />
Levels can change unexpectedly due to weather or other<br />
conditions. For more information or to sign-up for unusual lake<br />
levels notifications by phone or email, visit www.fortisbc.com<br />
or call 1-866-436-7847.<br />
2210 10th Avenue<br />
Castlegar<br />
Kinnaird bench, half acre lot, ample<br />
cabinetry, new roof.<br />
MLS 2458495 $319,900<br />
613 10th Avenue<br />
Castlegar<br />
Rental investment property, solid<br />
tenants, great location.<br />
MLS 2457429 $549,900<br />
3305 4th Avenue<br />
Castlegar<br />
3 Bedrooms on main, open floor plan,<br />
large lot with fruit trees,<br />
plenty of parking .<br />
MLS 2460033 $339,000<br />
SOLD<br />
440 <strong>Rossland</strong> Avenue<br />
<strong>Trail</strong><br />
Central location, 4 bedrooms, 2 bath,<br />
good size deck<br />
MLS 2457171 $229,900<br />
SOLD<br />
1722 Daniel Street<br />
<strong>Trail</strong><br />
3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, large<br />
deck, double carport, fabulous view.<br />
MLS 2459720 $259,900<br />
Automotive<br />
RVs/Campers<br />
Rentals<br />
Boats/Watercraft<br />
SOLD<br />
527 5th Avenue<br />
Castlegar<br />
Great family home, secondary suite,<br />
many updates, close to schools<br />
MLS 2458131 $399,900<br />
SOLD<br />
588 Rosedale Road<br />
Ootischenia<br />
New modular, open floor plan, skylights,<br />
half an acre.<br />
MLS 2458401 $4<strong>09</strong>,000<br />
SOLD<br />
800 Lynnwood Crescent<br />
Castlegar<br />
Over half an acre lot right in town,<br />
services available,<br />
close to all amenities.<br />
MLS 2435168 $79,900<br />
SOLD<br />
1113 Columbia Heights<br />
Robson<br />
.15 acre lot in sunny Robson<br />
MLS 2458974 $99,900<br />
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SOLD<br />
2522 Knob Road<br />
Castlegar<br />
Open floor plan, large covered deck,<br />
amazing view, self contained suite<br />
MLS 2457918 $499,900<br />
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SOLD<br />
2975 Waldie Avenue<br />
Robson<br />
Character home, ample cabinetry,<br />
9’ ceilings, amazing river view.<br />
MLS 2458337 $549,900<br />
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• Home with large lot and fruit trees<br />
• Large acreage with substantial<br />
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• Smaller home with level lot<br />
• Rancher with small lot<br />
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SOLD<br />
1043 Playmor Road<br />
South Slocan<br />
Pristine shop, 16 ft bay doors,<br />
400 amp service, great water.<br />
Clean environmental report<br />
MLS 2457699 $1,250,000<br />
• Three bedroom house in Castlegar<br />
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2008 31´ COLORADO FIFTH<br />
WHEEL: Super clean, winter<br />
pkg, 3 pullouts, sleeps 4,<br />
new battery, underbelly and<br />
wheels like new (only once on<br />
the road to move it), high-end<br />
self-composting toilet and<br />
standard toilet, built-in vacuum,<br />
flat screen TV, separate<br />
washroom, 2 vanities, whole<br />
system checked by RV Tech,<br />
$27,500. 250-308-0383, cell.<br />
Motorcycles/ATVs<br />
FUN MOTORCYLE PROJ-<br />
ECTS: 1982 Honda CB750,<br />
$1500obo; 1981 Yamaha<br />
XS1100, $1800obo; 1981<br />
Honda CM400, $600obo. All<br />
have been sitting for a couple<br />
of years.<br />
Heavy/Farm Equipment<br />
KOOTRAC IS BACK! Equipment<br />
rentals & repairs, sandblasting,<br />
industrial painting,<br />
pressure washing, hydraulics,<br />
electrical, welding and<br />
more. 250-359-5033, www.<br />
kmc-kootrac.com<br />
Boats/Watercraft<br />
14´ BOAT AND TRAILER:<br />
2005 9.9hp Yamaha, good<br />
condition, $3500. 250-226-<br />
7953.<br />
1970 STARCRAFT BOAT:<br />
w/850 Mercury motor (all<br />
apart), $500. 250-359-7471.<br />
21´ STARCRAFT: V6 OMC,<br />
trailer, nice shape, Kokanee<br />
area, $3500. 587-986-0445.<br />
SHORELINE ALUMINUM<br />
PORTABLE DOCK: 44”x30’<br />
platform, 88”x10’ composite<br />
deck boards (removable).<br />
7688 Balfour Wharf Rd. 403-<br />
308-6901.<br />
Auto Parts/Services<br />
KEEP YOUR COOL! Air conditioning<br />
sales and service.<br />
Magaw Motors, 1963 Main St,<br />
Fruitvale BC. 250-367-9611.<br />
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