The number of Americans 60 and older is growing, but society still isn't embracing the aging population, geropsychologists say. Whether battling "old geezer" stereotypes or trying to obtain equal standing in the workplace, those who are 60 or older may all too often find themselves the victims of ageism.
In fact, in a survey of 84 people ages 60 and older, nearly 80 percent of respondents reported experiencing ageism--such as other people assuming they had memory or physical impairments due to their age. The 2001 survey by Duke University's Erdman Palmore, PhD, also revealed that the most frequent type of ageism--reported by 58 percent of respondents--was being told a joke that pokes fun at older people. Thirty-one percent reported being ignored or not taken seriously because of their age. The study appeared in The Gerontologist (Vol. 41, No. 5).
And what's worse, ageism also seeps into mental health care. Older patients are often viewed by health professionals as set in their ways and unable to change their behavior, aging experts say. Mental health problems--such as cognitive impairment or psychological disorders caused at least in part by complex pharmacological treatments--often go unrecognized and untreated in this growing demographic, many researchers believe.
The deficit in treatment comes at a time when those over the age of 85 make up the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. population. Nearly 35 million Americans are over 65 years old, according to the 2000 U.S. Census, and that number is expected to double by 2030 to 20 percent of the population.
Those numbers come as no surprise to geropsychologists, who--as they mark Older Americans Month this May--continue working to get the word out about the need for better elder care. Their ultimate aim is to expand training and research opportunities in this area and eliminate ageism in all facets of society--from demeaning stereotypes portrayed in the media to the public's personal biases.
The effects of ageism
Not only are negative stereotypes hurtful to older people, but they may even shorten their lives, finds psychologist Becca Levy, PhD, assistant professor of public health at Yale University. In Levy's longitudinal study of 660 people 50 years and older, those with more positive self-perceptions of aging lived 7.5 years longer than those with negative self-perceptions of aging. The study appeared in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology (Vol. 83, No. 2).
On the other hand, people's positive beliefs about and attitudes toward the elderly appear to boost their mental health. Levy has found that older adults exposed to positive stereotypes have significantly better memory and balance, whereas negative self-perceptions contributed to worse memory and feelings of worthlessness.
"Age stereotypes are often internalized at a young age--long before they are even relevant to people," notes Levy, adding that even by the age of four, children are familiar with age stereotypes, which are reinforced over their lifetimes.
Fueling the problem is the media's portrayal of older adults, Levy says. At a Senate hearing last fall, Levy testified before the Special Committee on Aging about the effects of age stereotypes. Doris Roberts, the Emmy-award winning actress in her seventies from the T.V. show "Everybody Loves Raymond," also testified at the hearing.
"My peers and I are portrayed as dependent, helpless, unproductive and demanding rather than deserving," Roberts testified. "In reality, the majority of seniors are self-sufficient, middle-class consumers with more assets than most young people, and the time and talent to offer society."
Indeed, the value that the media and society place on youth might explain the growing number of cosmetic surgeries among older adults, Levy notes. Whether this trend is positive or negative in combating ageism is one of many areas within geropsychology that needs greater research, she says.
What can psychologists do?
Psychologists need to respond to ageism the same way they do when a person is discriminated against because of race or a disability, says Jacqueline Goodchilds, PhD, a psychology professor at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Goodchilds, on behalf of APA's Committee on Aging (CONA), drafted a resolution against ageism that was approved by APA's Council of Representatives in February 2002. The resolution says that APA is against ageism "in all its forms" and emphasizes APA's commitment to support efforts to eliminate it.
"APA was against racism, sexism and all the other 'isms'--it made sense to be against ageism too," Goodchilds says of the resolution.
Other APA groups are also working to combat ageism through funding, training and federal policies supporting geropsychologists. For example, one APA initiative--through the Graduate Psychology Education (GPE) program--recently received $3 million for geropsychology training this year. The funding will be devoted exclusively to training geropsychologists in mental and behavioral-health services for older adults through APA-accredited programs.
Increasing the number of doctoral-level trained geropsychologists as well as making age-related information more available to researchers, practitioners and students are top objectives for CONA. One of the group's recent efforts is to get more aging content incorporated into all levels of schools' curricula.
"We need to raise the consciousness of the need for aging material," says CONA chair Forrest Scogin, PhD, a University of Alabama psychology professor. "There needs to be a greater awareness of who the older adults are--they are a diverse group. Ageism and stereotypes just don't work."
The workplace also needs psychologists' attention, says Harvey Sterns, PhD, president of APA's Div. 20 (Adult Development and Aging) and director of The University of Akron's Institute for Life-Span Development and Gerontology. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has reported a more than 24 percent increase in the number of age-discrimination complaints filed this year compared with the previous two years. Employees over the age of 40 are often considered "old" and not offered the same training, promotion opportunities and pay as younger colleagues, Sterns says.
Div. 20 is working to counteract such workplace and other age stereotypes by addressing the need for more trained geropsychologists and promoting age-friendly environments for the growth and development of older adults. "There is a long tradition within APA of dealing with these issues, but that doesn't mean they don't have to be revisited with intensity over and over again," Sterns says. "This doesn't go away."
The key, Scogin notes, is educating psychologists and the general population alike about America's growing elderly population. "If we have people--from secondary education to continuing education, to professionals--with a greater awareness of aging as an important component, then that could have an impact on reducing ageism."
In fact, in a survey of 84 people ages 60 and older, nearly 80 percent of respondents reported experiencing ageism--such as other people assuming they had memory or physical impairments due to their age. The 2001 survey by Duke University's Erdman Palmore, PhD, also revealed that the most frequent type of ageism--reported by 58 percent of respondents--was being told a joke that pokes fun at older people. Thirty-one percent reported being ignored or not taken seriously because of their age. The study appeared in The Gerontologist (Vol. 41, No. 5).
And what's worse, ageism also seeps into mental health care. Older patients are often viewed by health professionals as set in their ways and unable to change their behavior, aging experts say. Mental health problems--such as cognitive impairment or psychological disorders caused at least in part by complex pharmacological treatments--often go unrecognized and untreated in this growing demographic, many researchers believe.
The deficit in treatment comes at a time when those over the age of 85 make up the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. population. Nearly 35 million Americans are over 65 years old, according to the 2000 U.S. Census, and that number is expected to double by 2030 to 20 percent of the population.
Those numbers come as no surprise to geropsychologists, who--as they mark Older Americans Month this May--continue working to get the word out about the need for better elder care. Their ultimate aim is to expand training and research opportunities in this area and eliminate ageism in all facets of society--from demeaning stereotypes portrayed in the media to the public's personal biases.
The effects of ageism
Not only are negative stereotypes hurtful to older people, but they may even shorten their lives, finds psychologist Becca Levy, PhD, assistant professor of public health at Yale University. In Levy's longitudinal study of 660 people 50 years and older, those with more positive self-perceptions of aging lived 7.5 years longer than those with negative self-perceptions of aging. The study appeared in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology (Vol. 83, No. 2).
On the other hand, people's positive beliefs about and attitudes toward the elderly appear to boost their mental health. Levy has found that older adults exposed to positive stereotypes have significantly better memory and balance, whereas negative self-perceptions contributed to worse memory and feelings of worthlessness.
"Age stereotypes are often internalized at a young age--long before they are even relevant to people," notes Levy, adding that even by the age of four, children are familiar with age stereotypes, which are reinforced over their lifetimes.
Fueling the problem is the media's portrayal of older adults, Levy says. At a Senate hearing last fall, Levy testified before the Special Committee on Aging about the effects of age stereotypes. Doris Roberts, the Emmy-award winning actress in her seventies from the T.V. show "Everybody Loves Raymond," also testified at the hearing.
"My peers and I are portrayed as dependent, helpless, unproductive and demanding rather than deserving," Roberts testified. "In reality, the majority of seniors are self-sufficient, middle-class consumers with more assets than most young people, and the time and talent to offer society."
Indeed, the value that the media and society place on youth might explain the growing number of cosmetic surgeries among older adults, Levy notes. Whether this trend is positive or negative in combating ageism is one of many areas within geropsychology that needs greater research, she says.
What can psychologists do?
Psychologists need to respond to ageism the same way they do when a person is discriminated against because of race or a disability, says Jacqueline Goodchilds, PhD, a psychology professor at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Goodchilds, on behalf of APA's Committee on Aging (CONA), drafted a resolution against ageism that was approved by APA's Council of Representatives in February 2002. The resolution says that APA is against ageism "in all its forms" and emphasizes APA's commitment to support efforts to eliminate it.
"APA was against racism, sexism and all the other 'isms'--it made sense to be against ageism too," Goodchilds says of the resolution.
Other APA groups are also working to combat ageism through funding, training and federal policies supporting geropsychologists. For example, one APA initiative--through the Graduate Psychology Education (GPE) program--recently received $3 million for geropsychology training this year. The funding will be devoted exclusively to training geropsychologists in mental and behavioral-health services for older adults through APA-accredited programs.
Increasing the number of doctoral-level trained geropsychologists as well as making age-related information more available to researchers, practitioners and students are top objectives for CONA. One of the group's recent efforts is to get more aging content incorporated into all levels of schools' curricula.
"We need to raise the consciousness of the need for aging material," says CONA chair Forrest Scogin, PhD, a University of Alabama psychology professor. "There needs to be a greater awareness of who the older adults are--they are a diverse group. Ageism and stereotypes just don't work."
The workplace also needs psychologists' attention, says Harvey Sterns, PhD, president of APA's Div. 20 (Adult Development and Aging) and director of The University of Akron's Institute for Life-Span Development and Gerontology. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has reported a more than 24 percent increase in the number of age-discrimination complaints filed this year compared with the previous two years. Employees over the age of 40 are often considered "old" and not offered the same training, promotion opportunities and pay as younger colleagues, Sterns says.
Div. 20 is working to counteract such workplace and other age stereotypes by addressing the need for more trained geropsychologists and promoting age-friendly environments for the growth and development of older adults. "There is a long tradition within APA of dealing with these issues, but that doesn't mean they don't have to be revisited with intensity over and over again," Sterns says. "This doesn't go away."
The key, Scogin notes, is educating psychologists and the general population alike about America's growing elderly population. "If we have people--from secondary education to continuing education, to professionals--with a greater awareness of aging as an important component, then that could have an impact on reducing ageism."
Further Reading
For resources on geropsychology, visit www.apa.org/pi/aging/publications.html.
As one of her presidential initiatives, APA President-elect Diane Halpern, PhD, is forming a group to address how psychologists can continue to use their skills and make contributions as they retire. To be added to the new Retiring Psychologists listserv, contact Christine Peterson, Governance Affairs, at cpeterson@apa.org.
As one of her presidential initiatives, APA President-elect Diane Halpern, PhD, is forming a group to address how psychologists can continue to use their skills and make contributions as they retire. To be added to the new Retiring Psychologists listserv, contact Christine Peterson, Governance Affairs, at cpeterson@apa.org.
http://www.apa.org/monitor/may03/fighting.aspx
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GETTING READY 4 WINTER...
Survival Foods that are great during short-term disasters:
The following items are great for short-term emergencies, and will stay fresh for a long period of time. During most disasters you’re going to want to have food that requires very little cooking, or can be eaten without any preparation at all. Make sure some of your stockpile includes these types of food.Other good survival foods: 2 – 5 years of shelf life
- Canned Tuna
- Canned Meats
- Canned Vegetables & Fruits
- Peanut Butter
- Coffee
- Tea
- Ramen Noodles – not the greatest food in the world but they are very cheap so they made the survival food list.
- Hard Candy
- Powdered milk
- Dried herbs and spices
- Apple Cider Vinegar – Cleaning, cooking, and has antibiotic properties
- Baking Soda – Cleaning, cooking, etc…
- Honey – Mentioned again for its antibiotic properties and wound healing.
Nonfood items to stock up on at the grocery store:
- Bic Lighters
- Toilet Paper
- Soaps
- Bottled Water
- Vitamins
- Medicines
- Bandages
- Peroxide
- Lighter fluid
- Canning Supplies
- Charcoal
Base cooking ingredients with a long shelf life:
The following categories of food make up the foundation of most recipes, and are all things that store well.Hard Grains: Stored properly hard grains have a shelf life of around 10 – 12 years.
- Buckwheat
- Dry Corn
- Kamut
- Hard Red Wheat
- Soft White Wheat
- Millet
- Durum wheat
- Spelt
- Barley,
- Oat Groats,
- Quinoa
- Rye
- Pinto Beans
- Kidney Beans
- Lentils
- Lima Beans
- Adzuki Beans
- Garbanzo Beans
- Mung Beans
- Black Turtle Beans
- Blackeye Beans
- All Purpose Flour
- White Flour
- Whole Wheat Flour
- Cornmeal
- Pasta
- White Rice ( up to 10 years)
- Coconut oil – Coconut oil has one of the longest shelf lives of any kind of oil. It can last for over 2 years and is a great item to add to your survival food supply list.
Survival Food that adds flavor & comfort:
Comfort foods can be a huge morale booster during a stressful survival situation, something that needs to be kept in mind when starting to stockpile food. These four things can be stored for over 10 years, and are a great way to add a little bit of flavor to your cooking. If stored properly they will probably last indefinitely.- Salt
- Sugar – Brown or White
- Raw Honey
- Alcohol – Whiskey, Vodka, etc…
Resources:
http://offgridsurvival.com/survivalfood/
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Seniors Stepping Up Their Self-Defense Game
Today’s elders aren’t as ready to be docile little old people as elders may have been in the past. They certainly aren’t about to take any guff from would-be attackers, human or beast.
It’s all in the headlines: 97-Year-Old Woman Fights Off Robbery Suspect; Woman, 83, Fights off robber; 74-Year-Old Man Fights Off Mugger With Tire Iron; and, Woman, 65, Saves Husband From Mountain Lion. These are just a few of the many reports in the news that lead me to advise, don’t mess with old people.
Take Nell Hamm, for example. She beat a mountain lion over the head with a log when it nabbed her husband during a hike. She also tried poking it in the eye with a pen from her hubby’s pocket, but the pen bent, so she went back to clubbing it until it gave up and walked away. Nell is just a youngster compared to 97-year-old Dorothy Buckingham who fought off a would-be purse snatcher who was 50 years younger than she. The robber was arrested a short time after the failed attempt.
One group of senior citizens on a Caribbean cruise gave three armed attackers a surprise when they fought back. Two of the attackers ran away and a third was delivered to the police dead. This is serious stuff. Seniors are taking it seriously too. More and more senior centers have traded-in the Bingo tables for self-defense classes. Students learn how to defend themselves using what is most likely to be at hand - a cane.
Canes can be very effective as you’ll realize when you see the story in the video above.
One super-spy senior recommends, "Stay fit, eat well, and exercise."
I don’t think I’ll argue with her.
It’s all in the headlines: 97-Year-Old Woman Fights Off Robbery Suspect; Woman, 83, Fights off robber; 74-Year-Old Man Fights Off Mugger With Tire Iron; and, Woman, 65, Saves Husband From Mountain Lion. These are just a few of the many reports in the news that lead me to advise, don’t mess with old people.
Take Nell Hamm, for example. She beat a mountain lion over the head with a log when it nabbed her husband during a hike. She also tried poking it in the eye with a pen from her hubby’s pocket, but the pen bent, so she went back to clubbing it until it gave up and walked away. Nell is just a youngster compared to 97-year-old Dorothy Buckingham who fought off a would-be purse snatcher who was 50 years younger than she. The robber was arrested a short time after the failed attempt.
One group of senior citizens on a Caribbean cruise gave three armed attackers a surprise when they fought back. Two of the attackers ran away and a third was delivered to the police dead. This is serious stuff. Seniors are taking it seriously too. More and more senior centers have traded-in the Bingo tables for self-defense classes. Students learn how to defend themselves using what is most likely to be at hand - a cane.
Canes can be very effective as you’ll realize when you see the story in the video above.
One super-spy senior recommends, "Stay fit, eat well, and exercise."
I don’t think I’ll argue with her.
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kick-ass-elders-not-taking-any-crap
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Disability Support Program- NOVA SCOTIA
The Disability Support Program (DSP) Program serves children, youth and adults with intellectual disabilities, long-term mental illness and physical disabilities in a range of community-based, residential and vocational/day programs.
These are voluntary programs designed to support people at various stages of their development and independence.
Programs and resources
- Disability Support Program (DSP) Policy
This policy provides support to individuals with intellectual/physical disabilities and/or long term mental illness. It includes information on program, financial eligibility and basic and special needs. (Glossary of Terms is located within the SPD Policy.) - Alternative Family Support Program
This program supports people with disabilities in an approved, private family home. - Independent Living Support
This program provides up to 21 hours a week of supports and service for people who require minimum support in their own home. - Licensed Homes For Special Care
These settings provide support and supervision in homes with four or more beds. - Direct Family Support
This program provides supports and services including Enhanced Family Support (EFS), to both children and adults with disabilities who live at home with their families. - Adult Service Centres
Community-based vocational programs for adults with disabilities. - Protection For Persons in Care
Under this Act, abuse may be physical, psychological, emotional, sexual, neglect, theft or medical abuse. - Wheelchair Recycling Program
Wheelchairs for children and adults with a net family income that falls within program guidelines. - Personal Directives Act (on the Department of Justice site)
This act enables Nova Scotians to document their wishes regarding what personal care decisions are made for them in the event that they are unable to make these decisions themselves. See also the DCS Service Provider Sample Forms. - Labour Market Agreement for Persons with Disabilities
This program offers services to support people with disabilities. - Community ACCESS-Ability Program
This program offers cost-shared grants to community groups for accessibility related capital improvements. - Send an Email About Disability Support Program
Use our online form.
http://novascotia.ca/coms/disabilities/index.html
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COMIC
First, for those who are not familiar with "advanced years," this might help:
OLD AGE
Nearly everything hurts, and what doesn't hurt doesn't work.The only two things we do with greater frequency in middle age are urinate and attend funerals.
After a certain age, if you don't wake up aching in every joint, you are probably dead.
The gleam in your eyes is from the sun hitting your bifocals.
You feel like the night after, and you haven't been anywhere.
Your little black book contains only names ending in M.D.
You get winded playing chess.;
Your children begin to look middle aged.;
You're still chasing women but can't remember why.
A dripping faucet causes an uncontrollable bladder urge.
You know all the answers, but nobody asks you the questions.
You look forward to a dull evening.
Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional.
Forget the health food. I need all the preservatives I can get.
When you fall down, you wonder what else you can do while you're down there.
You're getting old when you get the same sensation from a rocking chair that you once got from a roller coaster.
Time may be a great healer, but it's a lousy beautician.
You walk with your head high trying to get used to your bifocals.
Your favorite part of the newspaper is "25 Years Ago Today..."
You turn out the light for economic reasons rather than romantic ones.
You sit in a rocking chair and can't get it going.
Your knees buckle and your belt won't.
You regret all those mistakes resisting temptation.
After painting the town red, you have to take along rest before applying a second coat.
Dialing long distance wears you out.
You're startled the first time you are addressed as an old timer.
You just can't stand people who are intolerant.
The best part of your day is over when your alarm clock goes off.
Your back goes out more often than you do.
A fortune teller offers to read your face.
Your pacemaker makes the garage door go up when you watch a pretty girl go by.
The little grey haired lady you help across the street is your wife.
You have too much room in the house and not enough room in the medicine cabinet.
You sink your teeth into a steak and they stay there.
You finally reach the top of the ladder and find it leaning against the wrong wall.
You join a health club but don't go.
You begin to outlive enthusiasm.
You decide to procrastinate but never get around to it.
You mind makes contracts your body can't meet.
You're 17 around the neck, 44 around the waist, and 250 around the golf course.
You stop looking forward to your next birthday.
You remember today that yesterday was your wedding anniversary.
You are burning the midnight oil at 9:00 P.M.
You're getting old when you don't care where your spouse goes, just, as long as you don't have to go along.
Middle age is when work is a lot less fun, and fun a lot more work.
You know you're getting on in years when the girls at the office start confiding in you.
Middle age is when it takes longer to rest than to get tired.
A man has reached middle age when he is cautioned to slow down by his doctor instead of by the police.
Middle age is having a choice of two temptations and choosing the one that will get you home earlier.
Middle age is when you have stopped growing at both ends and have begun to grow in the middle.
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NOVA SCOTIA- What is the Disabled Persons Commission?
The Nova Scotia Disabled Persons Commission (DPC) gives people with disabilities living in Nova Scotia a way to participate in the provincial government policy-making process. The DPC advises policy-makers and program-developers about:- the needs of people with disabilities
- the issues and concerns that affect the lives of people with disabilities throughout the province
Learn more about the Disabled Persons Commission.
NEW: Voter information for the October 19th Federal election in ASL
Read about the development of Nova Scotia's Accessibility Legislation.
Check out our latest Disability Factsheets!
Learn about The Nova Scotia Respite Partnership
Read the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
http://disability.novascotia.ca/
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For all the sheeeet we can't
change.... and the little bit we can.... here's 2 animals, and kids... and
watermelon wine....
...2 all those waiting.... we'll see ya soon.... and Rita MacNeil ... looking
4ward 2 some kitchen music with Hank, Johnny, Waylon, Keith Whitley and the boys....
and Stomping Tom... behave yourself... just cause u can outdrink God don't mean
u got to...God thinks us Canadians are 2 saucy as it is...
... and 2 all the soldiers, friends, tramps and thieves and families.... which
includes most of ya.... 2 day we are holding our soldiers of suicide real close
and hugging our wounded and loving our children a whole lot...
have a great week.... have been blogging and writing since 2001 because of
September 11, 2001- and am still here.... now our brave hearts are almost
home.... and we are thankful.... it's time 2 build up our Canada and make her
strong and educate our children and fix our own.... imho... have a great
week...
... an old song my Uncle - that old war dog used 2 love especially when he was
in his cups....
OLD DOGS AND CHILDREN AND ... WATERMELON WINE
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Advantages of "Old Age"
Good Things about growing old1. Kidnappers are not interested in you.
2. It is harder and harder for sexual harassment charges to stick
3. If you've never smoked, you can start now and it won't have time to hurt your health.
4. People no longer view you as a hypochondriac.
5. Your supply of brain cells is down to a manageable size.
6. Your eyes won't get much worse.
7. adult diapers are actually kind of convenient.
8. Things you buy now won't wear out.
9. No one expects you to run into a burning building or anywhere else
10. Your joints are more accurate at predicting weather than the Weather man.
11. In a hostage situation, you are likely to be released first.
12. Your secrets are safe with your friends because they can't remember them either.
13. People call at 9:00 PM and ask "Did I wake you?"
14. There is nothing left to earn the hard way.
15. You can eat dinner at 4:00 pm
16. You can live without sex but not without glasses.
17. You enjoy about hearing about other peoples operations.
18. You can get into heated arguments about pension plans.
19. You have a party and the neighbors don't even realize it.
20. You no longer think of speed limits as a challenge.
21. You quit holding your stomach in, no matter who walks into the room.
22. You sing along with elevator music.
23. Your investment in health insurance is finally beginning to pay off.
24. Aging is such a nice change from being young.
25. Ah, being young is beautiful, but being old is comfortable.
26. The older we get, the fewer things seem worth waiting in line for.
27. When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to youth, think of Algebra.
28. One must wait until evening to see how splendid the day has been.
29. By the time a man is wise enough to watch his step, he's too old to go anywhere.
30. You're getting old when getting lucky means you find your car in the parking lot.
31. You're getting old when you're sitting in a rocker and you can't get it started.
32. You're getting old when you wake up with that morning after feeling, and you didn't do anything the night before.
33. You know you're getting old when you stop buying green bananas.
34. The nice thing about being senile is you can hide your own Easter eggs.
http://sticksite.com/old_folks/index.html
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tips for seniors on eating and a little exercise that don't kill ya
Consider frozen or canned fruits and veggies.
Making sure the kitchen is well-stocked with healthy items — and low on tempting junk food — will help your loved ones get the right nutrition.
“Remember that frozen fruits and vegetables have the same vitamins and minerals in them, though their prices may be radically different,” suggests Heather. “This knowledge makes keeping the kitchen stocked with cholesterol and blood pressure lowering foods a little easier. Canned fruits and veggies offer similar benefits, though choose unsalted or unsweetened varieties when possible.”
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Exercises for seasoned citizens:
Don Pratt suggested these exercises:For those getting along in years, here is a little secret for building arm and shoulder muscles.
Three days a week works well. Begin by standing outside behind the house, and with a 5-lb. Potato sack in each hand extend your arms straight out to your sides and hold them there as long as you can. (Canadians may substitute 2Kg potato sacks)
After a few weeks, move up to 10-LB. Potato sacks and then 50-LB. potato sacks, and finally get to where you can lift a 100 lb. potato sack in each hand and hold your arms straight for more than a full minute.
Next, start putting a few potatoes in the sacks, but be careful not to overdo it.
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- Exercises for Seniors in Wheelchairs. by Rob Harris. Limited mobility doesn't mean you can't exercise and stay healthy. (Photo: John Foxx/Stockbyte/Getty Images )-------------------
- Sep 06, 2012 · 5 Exercises You Can Do With Your Medical Walker. ... Most of the walking aids that promote elderly mobility can also be used for exercise.
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Canada's population estimates: Age and sex, 2014
Released: 2014-09-26
On July 1, 2014, Canada's population was estimated at 35,540,400,
up 386,100 or 1.1% over the last year (2013/2014). This increase was
slightly lower than that of the previous year (+1.2% in 2012/2013) but
similar to the average annual population increase for the last 30 years
(+1.1%).Except for the period between 1986/1987 and 1989/1990, when rates were higher, the overall population growth rate has shown little variation in 30 years, ranging between 0.8% and 1.2%.
Chart 1
Population growth rate in Canada
Population growth rate in Canada
Canada's population growth is the highest among G7 countries
For the most recent comparable annual period (see the note to readers), Canada's population growth rate (+1.1%) was the highest among the G7 countries, exceeding that of the United States (+0.7%), the United Kingdom (+0.6%), France (+0.4%), Germany (+0.3%), Italy (+0.1%) and Japan (-0.2%).Canada's population growth rate was not, however, the highest among industrialized countries; for example, it was lower than the rates recorded in Australia (+1.7%), New Zealand (+1.5%) and Switzerland (+1.2%).
Chart 2
Population growth rate, most recent annual period available,¹ G7 countries
Population growth rate, most recent annual period available,¹ G7 countries
Population growth remains higher in the Prairie provinces and Nunavut
Population growth varied among the provinces and territories. Growth was above the national level (+1.1%) in Nunavut (+3.2%), Alberta (+2.8%), Saskatchewan (+1.7%) and Manitoba (+1.3%). Population growth changed from positive in 2012/2013 to negative in 2013/2014 in the Northwest Territories (from +0.5% to -0.5%) and Newfoundland and Labrador (from +0.3% to -0.2%).On the other hand, growth increased markedly in Nunavut (from +2.0% to +3.2%) and Prince Edward Island (from +0.2% to +0.5%) in 2013/2014 compared with the previous year.
Population growth mainly driven by international migration
In 2013/2014, net international migration accounted for almost two-thirds (66.5%) of the total increase in Canada's population. At the provincial level, net international migration was also the main factor in population growth for Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia.Natural increase played a major part in the territories, whether by partially offsetting the losses from interprovincial migration, as in the Northwest Territories, or by contributing to population increase, as in Nunavut.
In contrast, natural increase remained fairly low in the Atlantic provinces and was negative in Newfoundland and Labrador for a second year in a row.
In the last 30 years, Eastern Canada's population share has decreased, while Western Canada's has increased
On July 1, 2014, more than 85% of Canadians lived in four provinces: Ontario (38.5%), Quebec (23.1%), British Columbia (13.0%) and Alberta (11.6%).The population share of each province and territory has evolved differently over time. Since 1984, the population share of the Atlantic provinces has decreased by 2.3 percentage points, while that of the western provinces has increased by 2.4 percentage points.
Over the same period, population shares increased in three provinces: Ontario (+2.7 percentage points), Alberta (+2.2 percentage points) and British Columbia (+1.5 percentage point). Of all the provinces, Quebec's population share decreased the most (-2.8 percentage points), reaching 23.1% as of July 1, 2014.
Baby boomers accelerate Canada's population aging
On July 1, 2014, 15.7% of Canada's population (nearly one in six Canadians) was aged 65 and older. This proportion has steadily increased since the mid-1960s as a result of lower fertility levels and longer life expectancy.Thirty years earlier, the proportion of Canadians aged 65 and older was 10.0%. The growth of this age group has accelerated since the beginning of the current decade, more precisely in 2011, when the first baby boomers started to turn 65.
According to the most recent population projections, by the year 2016, the number of seniors aged 65 and older would be greater than the number of children under the age of 15. Furthermore, seniors would account for between 24% and 28% of the population by the year 2063, almost 50 years from now.
The proportion of people aged 55 to 64 now exceeds that of those aged 15 to 24
Population estimates show, for the first time, that there are more Canadians aged 55 to 64—the age when people typically leave the labour force—than there are Canadians aged 15 to 24—the age when people typically enter the labour force. On July 1, 2014, there were 4.6 million people aged 15 to 24 in Canada, compared with 4.7 million people aged 55 to 64. Thirty years ago, for every person aged 55 to 64, there were two people aged 15 to 24; this ratio has now fallen by half to just below 1.On July 1, 2014, the ratio of people aged 15 to 24 to people aged 55 to 64 remained above 1 in four provinces: Manitoba (1.14), Alberta (1.12), Saskatchewan (1.09) and Ontario (1.04). The ratio was below 1 in British Columbia (0.93), Quebec (0.86), Yukon (0.85) and in each of the Atlantic provinces, reaching its lowest value in Newfoundland and Labrador (0.71).
Chart 3
Ratio of the number of people aged 15 to 24 to those aged 55 to 64, 2014, Canada, provinces and territories
Ratio of the number of people aged 15 to 24 to those aged 55 to 64, 2014, Canada, provinces and territories
The population is older in the Atlantic provinces and younger in the territories
The extent of population aging is not the same across the country. The proportion of people aged 65 and older was highest in the Atlantic provinces and lowest in the territories. Among the provinces, the highest proportions of seniors were in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia (18.3% in both cases), while Alberta (11.4%) recorded the lowest. The nation's youngest population lived in Nunavut, where seniors made up 3.7% of the population.
Chart 4
Proportion of the population aged 65 and older, 2014, Canada, provinces and territories
Proportion of the population aged 65 and older, 2014, Canada, provinces and territories
Population aging is faster in Newfoundland and Labrador and slower in Saskatchewan
During the last 30 years, the proportion of seniors aged 65 years and older increased in all provinces and territories. The pace of population aging, however, was not uniform across Canada.Population aging was most rapid in Newfoundland and Labrador, where the proportion of people aged 65 and older rose by 9.5 percentage points (from 8.2% to 17.7%) between 1984 and 2014. Population aging was also rapid in New Brunswick and Quebec (+7.8 percentage points for each province) over the last 30 years. In contrast, Saskatchewan was the province with the lowest proportional increase in seniors (+2.2 percentage points).
Canada–United States comparison
A comparison of the demographic indicators for Canada's provinces and territories with those of the 50 American states (see the note to readers) can provide a better understanding of Canada's diverse population portrait. Certain provinces and territories are either the fastest growing or the slowest growing among regions in Canada and the United States.Of all states, provinces and territories, Nunavut registered the largest annual growth, at 3.2%. It was followed by North Dakota (+3.1%) and Alberta (+2.8%), two regions associated with economic activity related to oil and gas extraction.
On the other hand, the populations of the Northwest Territories (-0.5%), Newfoundland and Labrador (-0.2%), New Brunswick (-0.2%) and West Virginia (-0.1%) registered the largest population decreases.
Chart 5
Population growth rate, most recent annual period available,¹ Canada's provinces and territories and US states
Population growth rate, most recent annual period available,¹ Canada's provinces and territories and US states
At the opposite end of the spectrum, Nunavut (3.7%) and the Northwest Territories (6.6%) were the regions with the lowest proportions of seniors aged 65 and older in Canada and the United States. Among the provinces, the youngest population was in Alberta (11.4%), its proportion of seniors being lower than that of all states except three: Alaska (9.3%), Utah (9.8%) and Texas (11.3%).
Chart 6
Proportion of the population aged 65 and older, most recent estimate available,¹ Canada's provinces and territories and US states
Proportion of the population aged 65 and older, most recent estimate available,¹ Canada's provinces and territories and US states
Note to readers
Estimates by age and sex in this release are
based on 2011 Census counts adjusted for census net undercoverage and
incompletely enumerated Indian reserves, to which is added the estimated
demographic growth from May 10, 2011 to June 30, 2014.
This release focuses mainly on preliminary postcensal population
estimates by age and sex as of July 1, 2014. The estimates presented in
this release are subject to revision. Future updates could affect the
trends observed and analyzed in this release.Population growth rates are calculated using the average of populations at the beginning and end of the period under consideration as a denominator. A rate that is higher than -0.1% but lower than 0.1% is considered not to be significant.
The population share of a province or territory refers to the proportion of its population among the total population of Canada.
G7 is an informal discussion group and economic partnership consisting of seven countries: the United States, Japan, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy and Canada.
International population estimates and growth rates
Data used for international comparisons are for comparable periods and are taken from Eurostat and the national statistical agencies of the following countries: the United States, Japan, Italy, Australia and New Zealand.
To calculate the population growth rate of Canada, the period considered was from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. For Germany, France, Italy, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Australia, the period considered was from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013. For the United States, the period considered was from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013. For Japan, the period considered was from October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013. For New Zealand, the period considered was from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014.
Italy's population growth rate rose to 1.8% in 2013 and differed markedly from the lower growth observed during the previous years. The strong growth rate was essentially due to revisions made to municipal population registers. For this international comparison, the population growth rate based solely on demographic factors (+0.1%) was used, rather than the rate that reflected the special revision.
To calculate the population growth rates of Canada's provinces and territories, the period considered was from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. For the US states, the period considered was from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013.
To calculate the proportion of people aged 65 and older among the total population, the data for the United States as of July 1, 2013, were used for the comparative analysis, as they were the most recent data available.
The Quarterly Demographic Estimates, Vol. 28, no. 2 (91-002-X), is also available from the Browse by key resource module of our website under Publications.
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Eldercare at Home: Mobility Problems
Caregiving How Tos
Understanding the Problem
The changes that occur with aging can lead to problems with a person’s ability to move around, or mobility. Mobility problems may be unsteadiness while walking, difficulty getting in and out of a chair, or falls. Muscle weakness, joint problems, pain, disease, and neurological (brain and nervous system) difficulties-common conditions in older people-can all contribute to mobility problems. Sometimes several mild problems occur at one time and combine to seriously affect mobility.The number one mobility problem that older people experience is falls. Falls result in broken bones, bruises, and fear of falling. Older bones break more easily than younger bones and they heal less quickly and not as completely. If a hip is fractured, canes, walkers, or wheelchairs might be needed permanently. Falls are a major cause of injury and death, so prevention is important.
When an older person falls, but does not suffer serious injury, he or she might still have difficulty getting up from the fall. If the person is in serious pain, or has clearly suffered an injury, wait for help to arrive. However, if he or she has not been seriously injured but is having difficulty moving and getting up, he or she may be able to crawl to a solid chair and use it as a support in getting up. If the person is lying on his or her back, instruct them to first roll onto one side and then they can try to move from a side-lying position to a crawling position on all fours . If the person needs your help to get up, lift him or her with your arms by bending your legs—do not use your back muscles to lift the person. (Bend at your knees and push up with your legs.) Once the person is in an all fours position, instruct him or her to crawl towards the seat of the chair and lift the trunk of his or her body up with hands on the chair; he or she should then bring one foot up into half-kneeling position and from there either sit into the chair or stand up. If the person can't do this, you will need to call for help. An illustration of this technique for getting up from a fall can be found here.
An injury from a fall may result in limited or reduced mobility. Unfortunately, this can worsen existing medical illnesses and lead to new ones such as circulatory problems including blood clots in the legs, further loss of strength, pressure ulcers, or pneumonia.
When older people have falls-even if the fall isn't serious-they often become fearful of falling again. This can lead to inactivity that can cause additional health problems. One of the most important things you can do to help someone with mobility problems and fear of falling is to encourage physical activity. Even a little activity strengthens bones and muscles, improves steadiness when walking, and helps prevent fractures. If the older person is afraid of falling, suggest using a cane or a walker. Sometimes older people are afraid they will not be able to get up from a fall. It is important to learn how to get up from a fall before the fall occurs. In some cases it can be helpful for the older person to practice getting up from the floor. A physical therapist can help with teaching a person how to do this. In addition to helping the older person stay active, you can help prevent falls and fractures by doing a home safety check and correcting conditions that could lead to falls according to the safety check.
Tell the doctor or nurse about mobility problems of the person you are caring for and especially mention any falls, since they can be caused by medical conditions. Prescription and over-the-counter medicines, herbal or other remedies, alcohol, or can result in drowsiness or distraction, which can lead to falls. Certain medical conditions such as poor eyesight and diseases like arthritis can also affect mobility. The risk of falling can often be reduced if the medical condition is diagnosed and treated.
Your goals are to:
- Prevent falls by reducing hazards in the home
- Encourage activity/exercise to improve mobility and strength
- Report any recurrent falls or near falls to the doctor for a medical evaluation
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NOVA SCOTIA- RECYCLING TIPS FOR SENIORS...
Today's seniors grew up in an era when most everything was reused or repaired and very little was thrown out. We have since changed to a throw-away society. How we get back to "the good old days" may be difficult or unfamiliar to some. This fact sheet will give you some tips to help you practice the three Rs of reduce, reuse and recycle, for the sake of the environment and future generations.
Reduce First
Not creating garbage in the first place is the best way to deal with it. Consider these tips:- Avoid over packaged products. Packaging accounts for one third of all our garbage. Not all of it is necessary.
- Buy durable products that are long lasting. It's no bargain to buy a cheap product only to have to replace it, and create garbage, after a short time.
- Look for products and appliances that are easy to repair. Often an appliance can be repaired to avoid throwing it away.
- Avoid disposables. Switch to reusable products at home. That cuts down on the amount of garbage created.
Reuse
means giving a product or package a second chance instead of throwing it out after just one use.- Reuse your plastic shopping bags when you go shopping or better yet, use cloth shopping bags, which can be used over and over.
- Send old furniture and clothing to charities or second hand shops. They're also great places to shop for bargains.
- Repair appliances and equipment, rather than replace, where possible.
Recycle
- Contact your municipal office to find out what recycling opportunities are available in your area. If there is a recycling program, prepare your recyclables according the instructions.
- If you do not yet have a recycling program for your building, contact the superintendent to discuss how one can be set up. (see the fact sheet "Recycling and Waste Reduction in Apartment Buildings", in this series, for details about how to set up a recycling program.)
Deposit-Refund System
All beverage containers (except milk products) now carry a 10 cent deposit. You can get a 5 cent refund back if you bring the container back to your nearest Enviro-Depot. You can also bring newspapers, corrugated cardboard and milk cartons to the Depot for recycling. If you can't get to an Enviro-Depot, there are still options available.- Participate in your community's recycling program, if possible. If you put a beverage container in a blue bag or blue box, it will be recycled, although you won't collect your refund. The municipality however recovers the refund and that helps pay for the collection program.
- Donate your containers to charities operating bottle drives. A senior's group or residents association may want to collect beverage containers to raise revenue for their activities. Giving them your containers helps support community groups.
- Combine your refundable containers with a neighbour or friend to bring them back to the Depot. Cooperation among neighbours accomplishes two things. It gets material recycled and it gets people together.
- If someone is bringing in your groceries or helping around the house, they may also make arrangements to return the containers for you.
- The deposit does not apply to powdered and concentrated juices or to milk products. Also, if you switch from single serving sizes to larger containers, the result is not only lower overall deposits but cheaper per serving costs.
Changes For The Better
Some of the changes we have to make may be unfamiliar at first. But soon we will become used to thinking about reducing, reusing and recycling. That way we can help protect the environment, for ourselves and future generations.Back to Table of Contents
Recycling Tips For Seniors
Recycling and Waste
- About Us
- Regulations
- Nova Scotia´s Strategy
- Waste Resource Programs
- Facilities
- Municipal Collection Information
- Resource Recovery Fund Board
- Other Resources
- Links
http://www.novascotia.ca/nse/waste/seniors.asp
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THANK U AUSSIES...
FUN Activities for 70 Year Old Women
Age-appropriate activities for 70-year-old women provide needed mental, physical and emotional stimulation. Women who are 70-plus years of age should engage in at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per day. In addition, it is imperative that female seniors socialize on a regular basis for mental and emotional stimulation. A variety of well-chosen physical and social activities can help 70-year-old women lead fulfilling lives as senior citizens.
Walking
- Take a simple stroll around your neighborhood for about a half-hour per day to get your circulatory system functioning at peak levels. Be sure to take deep breaths while you exercise to sustain oxygen levels in your blood. Visit nearby parks or indulge in low-intensity hikes along local trails. Bring a friend or your spouse for company, or enjoy the solitude and scenery on your own.
Games
- Solitary games like crosswords, jigsaw puzzles and Sudoku help 70-year-old women boost their concentration and memory capacities. Social games like bingo, cards or Scrabble help 70-plus ladies build cognitive function, while at the same time providing a forum for social interaction.
Dancing
- Many local senior citizens organizations offer weekly line dancing events, where 70-year-old women can dance either alone or with a handsome date. In addition, community colleges often provide continuing education classes that include dance. Here, you can learn brand-new dances, while cutting the rug with a new partner every few minutes.
Classes
- Senior citizens often have more time to learn skills or nurture interests that they simply did not have time for when they were busy cultivating careers or families. Learn to paint, refine your wine-tasting palate, or take a history-of-cinema class with other individuals of various ages at local community centers, colleges or independent organizations. Make new friends and stimulate your mind at the same time.
References
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Chair Exercises and Limited Mobility Fitness
Tips for People with Injuries and Disabilities
The
benefits of exercise are not restricted to people who have full mobility. In
fact, if injury, disability, illness, or weight problems have limited your
mobility, it’s even more important to experience the mood-boosting effects of
exercise. Exercise can ease depression, relieve stress and anxiety, enhance
self-esteem, and improve your whole outlook on life. While there are many
challenges that come with having mobility issues, by adopting a creative
approach, you can overcome your physical limitations and find enjoyable ways to
exercise.
Limited
mobility doesn’t mean you can’t exercise
When
you exercise, your body releases endorphins that energize your mood, relieve stress, boost
your self-esteem, and trigger an overall sense of well-being. If you’re a
regular exerciser currently sidelined with an injury, you’ve probably noticed
how inactivity has caused your mood and energy levels to sink. This is understandable:
exercise has such a powerful effect on mood it can treat mild to moderate
depression as effectively as antidepressant medication. However, an injury
doesn’t mean your mental and emotional health is doomed to decline. While some
injuries respond best to total rest, most simply require you to reevaluate your
exercise routine with help from your doctor or physical therapist.
If
you have a disability, severe weight problem, chronic breathing condition,
diabetes, arthritis, or other ongoing illness you may think that your health
problems make it impossible for you to exercise effectively, if at all. Or
perhaps you’ve become frail with age and are worried about falling or injuring
yourself if you try to exercise. The truth is, regardless of your age, current
physical condition, and whether you’ve exercised in the past or not, there are
plenty of ways to overcome your mobility issues and reap the physical, mental,
and emotional rewards of exercise.
What types of exercise are possible with limited mobility?
It’s
important to remember that any type of exercise will offer health benefits.
Mobility issues inevitably make some types of exercise easier than others, but
no matter your physical situation, you should aim to incorporate three
different types of exercise into your routines:
- Cardiovascular exercises that raise your heart rate and increase your endurance. These can include walking, running, cycling, dancing, tennis, swimming, water aerobics, or “aquajogging”. Many people with mobility issues find exercising in water especially beneficial as it supports the body and reduces the risk of muscle or joint discomfort. Even if you’re confined to a chair or wheelchair, it’s still possible to perform cardiovascular exercise.
- Strength training exercises involve using weights or other resistance to build muscle and bone mass, improve balance, and prevent falls. If you have limited mobility in your legs, your focus will be on upper body strength training. Similarly, if you have a shoulder injury, for example, your focus will be more on strength training your legs and abs.
- Flexibility exercises help enhance your range of motion, prevent injury, and reduce pain and stiffness. These may include stretching exercises and yoga. Even if you have limited mobility in your legs, for example, you may still benefit from stretches and flexibility exercises to prevent or delay further muscle atrophy.
Setting yourself up for exercise success
Talking to your doctor about exercise
Your doctor or physical therapist can help you find a
suitable exercise routine. Ask:
- How much exercise can I do each day and each week?
- What type of exercise should I do?
- What exercises or activities should I avoid?
- Should I take medication at a certain time around my exercise routine?
To
exercise successfully with limited mobility, illness, or weight problems, start
by getting medical clearance. Talk to your doctor, physical therapist, or other
health care provider about activities suitable for your medical condition or
mobility issue.
Your
doctor may even be able to recommend services aimed at helping people with
limited mobility become more active, including specially designed exercise
plans.
How to exercise with limited mobility tip 1: Starting an exercise routine
- Start slow and gradually increase your activity level. Start with an activity you enjoy, go at your own pace, and keep your goals manageable. Accomplishing even the smallest fitness goals will help you gain body confidence and keep you motivated.
- Make exercise part of your daily life. Plan to exercise at the same time every day and combine a variety of exercises to keep you from getting bored.
- Stick with it. It takes about a month for a new activity to become a habit. Write down your reasons for exercising and a list of goals and post them somewhere visible to keep you motivated. Focus on short-term goals, such as improving your mood and reducing stress, rather than goals such as weight loss, which can take longer to achieve. It’s easier to stay motivated if you enjoy what you’re doing, so find ways to make exercise fun. Listen to music or watch a TV show while you workout, or exercise with friends.
- Expect ups and downs. Don’t be discouraged if you skip a few days or even a few weeks. It happens. Just get started again and slowly build up to your old momentum.
How to exercise with limited mobility tip 2: Staying safe when exercising
- Stop exercising if you experience pain, discomfort, nausea, dizziness, lightheadedness, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, or clammy hands. Listening to your body is the best way to avoid injury.
- Avoid activity involving an injured body part. If you have an upper body injury, exercise your lower body while the injury heals, and vice versa. When exercising after an injury has healed, start back slowly, using lighter weights and less resistance
- Warm up, stretch, and cool down. Warm up with a few minutes of light activity such as walking, arm swinging, and shoulder rolls, followed by some light stretching (avoid deep stretches when your muscles are cold). After your exercise routine, whether it’s cardiovascular, strength training, or flexibility exercise, cool down with a few more minutes of light activity and deeper stretching.
- Drink plenty of water. Your body performs best when it’s properly hydrated.
- Wear appropriate clothing, such as supportive footwear and comfortable clothing that won’t restrict your movement.
Overcoming mental and emotional barriers to exercise
As
well as the physical challenges you face, you may also experience mental or
emotional barriers to exercising. It’s common for people to feel self-conscious
about their weight, disability, illness, or injury, and want to avoid working
out in public places. Some older people find that they’re fearful about falling
or otherwise injuring themselves.
- Don’t focus on your mobility or health issue. Instead of worrying about the activities you can’t enjoy, concentrate on finding activities that you can.
- The more physical challenges you face, the more creative you’ll need to be to find an exercise routine that works for you. If you used to enjoy jogging or cycling, for example, but injury, disability, or illness means they’re no longer options, be prepared to try new exercises. With some experimenting, it’s very possible that you’ll find something you enjoy just as much.
- Be proud when you make the effort to exercise, even if it’s not very successful at first. It will get easier the more you practice.
Barrier to exercise
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Suggestion
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I’m
self-conscious about my weight, injury, or disability.
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Exercise doesn’t have to mean working out in a crowded gym.
You can try exercising early in the morning to avoid the crowds, or skip the
gym altogether. If you can afford it, a personal trainer will come to your
home or workout with you at a private studio. Walking, swimming, or
exercising in a class with others who have similar physical limitations can
make you feel less self-conscious. There are also plenty of inexpensive ways
to exercise privately at home.
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I’m
scared of injury.
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Choose low-risk activities, such as walking or chair-bound
exercises, and warm-up and cool-down correctly to avoid muscle strains and
other injuries.
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I can’t
motivate myself.
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Explain your exercise goals to friends and family and ask them
to support and encourage you. Better still, find a friend to exercise with.
You can motivate each other and turn your workouts into a social event.
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I’m not
coordinated or athletic.
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Choose exercise that requires little or no skill, such as
walking, cycling on a stationary bike, or aquajogging (running in a swimming
pool).
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Exercise
is boring.
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But video games are fun. If traditional exercise is not for
you, try playing activity-based video games, known as “exergames”. Games that
simulate bowling, tennis, or boxing, for example, can all be played seated in
a chair or wheelchair and are fun ways to burn calories and elevate your
heart rate, either alone or playing along with friends.
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How to exercise with an injury or disability
Since
people with disabilities or long-term injuries have a tendency to live
less-active lifestyles, it can be even more important for you to exercise on a
regular basis.
According
to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, adults with disabilities
should aim for:
- At least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity, or 75 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity cardiovascular activity (or a combination of both), with each workout lasting for at least 10 minutes.
- Two or more sessions a week of moderate- or high-intensity strength-training activities involving all the major muscle groups.
If
your disability or injury makes it impossible for you to meet these guidelines,
aim to engage in regular physical activity according to your ability, and avoid
inactivity whenever possible.
Workouts for upper body injury or disability
Depending
on the location and nature of your injury or disability, you may still be able
to walk, jog, use an elliptical machine, or even swim using flotation aids. If
not, try using a stationary upright or recumbent bike for cardiovascular
exercise.
When
it comes to strength training, your injury or disability may limit your use of
free weights and resistance bands, or may just mean you have to reduce the
weight or level of resistance. Consult with your doctor or physical therapist
for safe ways to work around the injury or disability, and make use of exercise
machines in a gym or health club, especially those that focus on the lower
body.
Isometric exercises
If
you experience joint problems from arthritis or an injury, for example, a
doctor or physical therapist may recommend isometric exercises to help maintain
muscle strength or prevent further muscle deterioration. Isometric exercises
require you to push against immovable objects or another body part without
changing the muscle length or moving the joint.
Electro muscle stimulation
If
you’ve experienced muscle loss from an injury, disability, or long period of
immobility, electro muscle stimulation may be used to increase blood
circulation and range of motion in a muscle. Muscles are gently contracted
using electrical current transmitted via electrodes placed on the skin.
How to exercise in a chair or wheelchair
Chair-bound
exercises are ideal for people with lower body injuries or disabilities, those
with weight problems or diabetes, and frail seniors looking to reduce their
risk of falling. Cardiovascular and flexibility chair exercises can help
improve posture and reduce back pain, while any chair exercise can help
alleviate body sores caused by sitting in the same position for long periods.
They’re also a great way to squeeze in a workout while you’re watching TV.
- If possible, choose a chair that allows you to keep your knees at 90 degrees when seated. If you’re in a wheelchair, securely apply the brakes or otherwise immobilize the chair.
- Try to sit up tall while exercising and use your abs to maintain good posture.
- If you suffer from high blood pressure, check your blood pressure before exercising and avoid chair exercises that involve weights.
- Test your blood sugar before and after exercise if you take diabetes medication that can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
Cardiovascular exercise in a chair or wheelchair
Wheelchair sports
If you want to add competition to your workouts, several
organizations offer adaptive exercise programs and competitions for sports such
as basketball, track and field, volleyball, and weightlifting. See Resources
section below.
Chair
aerobics, a series of seated repetitive movements, will raise your heart rate
and help you burn calories, as will many strength training exercises when
performed at a fast pace with a high number of repetitions. In fact any rapid,
repetitive movements offer aerobic benefits and can also help to loosen up
stiff joints.
- Wrap a lightweight resistance band under your chair (or bed or couch, even) and perform rapid resistance exercises, such as chest presses, for a count of one second up and two seconds down. Try several different exercises to start, with 20 to 30 reps per exercise, and gradually increase the number of exercises, reps, and total workout time as your endurance improves.
- Simple air-punching, with or without hand weights, is an easy cardio exercise from a seated position, and can be fun when playing along with a Nintendo Wii or Xbox 360 video game.
- Many swimming pools and health clubs offer pool-therapy programs with access for wheelchair users. If you have some leg function, try a water aerobics class.
- Some gyms offer wheelchair-training machines that make arm-bicycling and rowing possible. For a similar exercise at home, some portable pedal machines can be used with the hands when secured to a table in front of you.
Strength training exercise in a chair or wheelchair
Many
traditional upper body exercises can be done from a seated position using
dumbbells, resistant bands, or anything that is weighted and fits in your hand,
like soup cans.
- Perform exercises such as shoulder presses, bicep curls, and triceps extensions using heavier weights and more resistance than for cardio exercises. Aim for two to three sets of 8 to 12 repetitions for each exercise, adding weight and more exercises as your strength improves.
- Resistance bands can be attached to furniture, a doorknob, or your chair. Use these for pull-downs, shoulder rotations, and arm and leg-extensions.
Flexibility exercise in a chair or wheelchair
Chair yoga and Tai Chi
Most yoga poses can be modified or adapted depending on
your physical mobility, weight, age, medical condition, and any injury or
disability. Chair yoga is ideal if you have a disability, injury, or a medical
condition such arthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, osteoporosis,
or multiple sclerosis. Similarly, seated versions of Tai Chi exercises can also
be practiced in a chair or a wheelchair to improve flexibility, strength, and
relaxation.
If
you’re in a wheelchair or have limited mobility in your legs, stretching
throughout the day can help reduce pain and pressure on your muscles that often
accompanies sitting for long periods.
Stretching
while lying down or practicing yoga or Tai Chi in a chair can also help
increase flexibility and improve your range of motion.
To
ensure yoga or Tai Chi is practiced correctly, it’s best to learn by attending
group classes, hiring a private teacher, or at least following video
instructions (see Resources section below).
Exercise and Fitness Help Center: Learn how to incorporate more movement into your life, find the right fitness plan for you, and enjoy yourself while you’re at it.
Limited mobility fitness help
- How Exercise Benefits Depression, Anxiety, and Stress: Using Physical Activity to Improve Your Mental Health
- Easy Ways to Start Exercising: Making Exercise a Fun Part of Your Everyday Life
- Exercise and Fitness as You Age: Exercise Plans to Get Fit as You Age
- Relaxation Techniques for Stress Relief: Practices for Improving Emotional and Physical Well-Being
- How to Practice Yoga and Tai Chi: Tips on Using Relaxation Exercises to Relieve Stress
- What’s the Best Exercise Plan for Me? Take the “Work” Out of Workouts with a Fitness Plan that “Fits” You
Resources and references
Getting motivated to exercise
Barriers to Fitness – Practical tips for overcoming common barriers to exercise. (Mayo Clinic)Push Past Your Obstacles – How to overcome the obstacles you have for not exercising. (NIH)
Warming up and strength training exercises
A Guide to 10 Basic Stretches – A slideshow demonstrating how to perform ten basic stretches before and after exercising. (Mayo Clinic)How to Warm Up and Cool Down – Done correctly, warming up and cooling down may offer help in reducing your risk of injury. (Mayo Clinic)
Strength Training: How To Video Collection – A number of instructional videos demonstrating how to correctly execute resistance exercises. (Mayo Clinic)
Exercises in a chair or wheelchair
Stretching Exercises for Wheelchair Users – Infographic illustrating simple stretching exercises for wheelchair users. (KD Smart Chair)Chair Calisthenics (PDF) – Calisthenics designed for those with diabetes but can be used by anyone looking for a seated workout. (Diabetes in Control)
Chair Aerobics – Aerobic workout designed to be performed in a seated position. (Diabetes in Control)
Seated Total Body Strength – A total body workout that can be done while seated and targets both the upper and lower body. It can be adapted to accommodate any injury or disability. (About.com)
Seated Upper Body Workout – A strength workout that can be done in a chair or wheelchair. (About.com)
How to Exercise If You Are a Wheelchair User – Benefits and tips for exercising in a wheelchair. (1800Wheelchair.com)
Wheelchair Yoga – Sample poses that can be performed in a wheelchair. (May All Be Happy)
Locate Chair Yoga Teachers – Find chair yoga classes and instructors in the US., Canada, England, Ireland, and several other countries. (Get Fit Where You Sit)
Chair Tai Chi - Video demonstrating Tai Chi for chair-bound individuals. (YouTube)
Exercises for overweight people and diabetics
Active at Any Size – Tips on overcoming the challenges faced by very large people who want to become more physically active. (Weight-control Information Network)Walking, a Step in the Right Direction – General tips on how to create and follow a walking plan. (Weight-control Information Network)
Portable Pedal Machines – Article highlighting some of the benefits of using portable pedal machines. (Science Daily)
Diabetes and Exercise – Tips on when monitor your blood sugar level when exercising in order to stay safe. (Mayo Clinic)
Exercise for those with injuries or disabilities
Rehabilitation & Exercises – Strengthening exercises for various parts of the body as well as information on stretching, core stability, and pilates. (SportsInjuryClinic.net)Videos – A directory of instructional exercise, fitness, and sports videos designed for people with various disabilities, including Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, stroke survivors, and veterans with limb loss. (NCPAD)
Adaptive Sports – Details on an array of sports and activities that can be performed with disabilities. (Disabled Sports USA)
Finding adaptive exercise and sports programs
Programs by Location – A directory of exercise and sports programs available for people with disabilities and health conditions in countries including the U.S., the UK, Canada, and Australia. (National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability)Wheelchair and Ambulatory Sports, USA – WASUSA is dedicated to providing adaptive sport opportunities for individuals with a disability. Find a chapter and explore their events and programs.
Local Chapters – Us chapters catering to activities for people with physical disabilities. (Disabled Sports USA)
Workouts for overweight people and those with diabetes
Exercise
can play a vital role in reducing weight and managing type 2 diabetes. It can
stabilize blood sugar levels, increase insulin sensitivity, lower blood
pressure, and slow the progression of neuropathy. But it can be daunting to
start an exercise routine if you’re severely overweight. Your size can make it
harder to bend or move correctly and, even if you feel comfortable exercising
in a gym, you may have difficulty finding suitable equipment. Some exercise
machines and weight benches may be too small to use comfortably and securely.
When choosing a gym, make sure it offers equipment that can support larger
people.
Whatever
your size, there are plenty of alternatives to gyms and health clubs. A good
first step to exercising is to incorporate more activity into your everyday
life. Gardening, walking to the store, washing the car, sweeping the patio, or
pacing while talking on the phone are all easy ways to get moving. Even small
activities can add up over the course of a day, especially when you combine
them with short periods of scheduled exercise as well.
Cardiovascular workouts for overweight people
- Weight-bearing activities such as walking, dancing, and climbing stairs use your own body weight as resistance. Start with just a few minutes a day and gradually increase your workout times. Make activities more enjoyable by walking with a dog, dancing with a friend, or climbing stairs to your favorite music.
- If you experience pain in your feet or joints when you stand, try nonweight-bearing activities. Water-based activities such as swimming, aquajogging, or water aerobics place less stress on your feet and joints. Look for special classes at your local health club, YMCA, or swim center where you can exercise with other larger people. Other nonweight-bearing activities include chair exercises (see above).
- A portable pedal exerciser is a simple device that you can use while sitting in any comfortable chair at home while you watch TV—or even under your desk at work.
Strength training workouts for overweight people
- Many larger people find using an exercise ball is more comfortable than a weight bench. Or you can perform simple strength training exercises in a chair.
- If you opt to invest in home exercise equipment, check the weight guidelines and if possible try the equipment out first to make sure it’s a comfortable fit.
- While strength training at home, it’s important to ensure you’re maintaining good posture and performing each exercise correctly. Schedule a session with a personal trainer or ask a knowledgeable friend or relative to check your form.
Flexibility workouts for overweight people
- Gentle yoga or tai chi are great ways to improve flexibility and posture, as well reduce stress and anxiety.
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COULD U HAVE IMAGINED?.... back b4 2010- this was the thought- 4 Canada
Nova Scotia’s New Electronic Waste Regulations
By 2010, an estimated 184,000 tonnes of selected used electrical and electronics products (e-waste) will be discarded each year in Canada. Those materials will be comprised of more than 45,000 tonnes...
By 2010, an estimated 184,000 tonnes of selected used electrical and electronics products (e-waste) will be discarded each year in Canada. Those materials will be comprised of more than 45,000 tonnes of glass, 4,500 tonnes of aluminum, 48,000 tonnes of ferrous metals, 39,000 tonnes of plastics plus various quantities of lead, cadmium, mercury and combinations of various chemicals and compounds, including the controversial polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), a flame retardant found in many plastic components.
Maine, California, Alberta and Ontario (which together represent close to 50 million people) have implemented (or are close to implementing) legislation or regulations to divert this tide of e-waste from landfill. Some states are implementing bans on the disposal of certain items such as cathode ray tubes. Certain provinces (such as Manitoba, British Columbia, Nova Scotia and Saskatchewan) are in various stages of public consultation prior to implementation of programs to capture, reuse and recycle e-waste products.
Though e-waste may only represent one to two per cent of all municipal solid waste disposed, from a lifecycle perspective used electronics equipment can be much more significant than other waste products. In Europe, recognition of this fact has led to the development of restrictions on hazardous substances (RoHS) through the RoHS Directive. Japan has opted for similar restrictions. The United States and Canada have yet to adopt similar requirements, although things are evolving.
EPR
One of the most disturbing aspects of e-waste is the growing volume making its way to developing countries such as China where well-documented rudimentary recycling practices take place that include extremely poor labor practices and environmental contamination. Unskilled (sometimes underage) workers disassemble the products and suffer exposure to toxins (e.g., from burning plastic wire covering to extract valuable copper). That’s one reason why some policymakers are designing programs that promote extended producer responsibility (EPR) so that brand owners redesign their equipment to be toxin-free in the first place, and more easily dismantled and recycled.
Nova Scotia has produced draft regulations for e-waste products with the intent to encompass complete EPR. The province’s program builds upon the foundations laid out by the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) in its twelve guiding principles for electronic product stewardship. Nova Scotia seeks a program in which brand owners (manufacturers) shoulder the full burden of the program. The collection and 3Rs program for all designated e-waste is to be universal, and design for toxic material reduction and recycling is to be incorporated into products. Brand owners are to pay for the program without charging an extra fee from the consumer. This last point is controversial but is considered important to force “cost internalization” on the part of brand owners/manufacturers. (For more detail, see Editorial, page 4.)
The proposed program initially targets TVs, computers, laptops, keyboards, mouse, cables, monitors, printers, scanners, audio and video playback and recording systems, telephones, fax machines, cell phones, and electronic game equipment. While not as extensive as Europe’s WEEE Directive, the intent is to capture the majority of e-waste products and add to the list at a later date.
One of the most controversial issues surrounding this program is the requirement for cost internalization. Nova Scotia has asked brand owners to shoulder the full costs of the program, without external fees for the consumer. To date, brand owners and retailers are split on the issue, some indicating they would like external fees and others stating they don’t want external fees. There are many more arguments on both sides of the issue, all with legitimate points. In the end, whether an external fee is applied or not, Nova Scotia is determined to move forward to capture e-waste products from the waste stream for reuse and recycling.
Program design
Nova Scotia’s program is not finalized at the time of this writing (it will be complete sometime this spring or summer) but as drafted will affect both brand owners and retailers. Retailers will be required to:
1. Ensure that the brand owners of affected products they sell are covered under an approved stewardship program. If the brand owner is not registered, the business will not be able to sell its products.
2. Provide information at the point of sale on where customers can take their old products for recycling.
Under the proposed program, brand owners are required to register with the Resource Recovery Fund Board (RRFB). Once registered, each brand owner will be required to participate in the program in one of two ways:
Option One: The business must submit a written proposal to the Minister of Environment and Labour for approval. The proposal must include how the brand owner will:
* Cover the costs of the program without charging the customer an extra fee, and provide a written plan for how they intend to do this. (They may increase the cost of their products, but must not charge an extra fee to their customers);
* Provide collection without charging consumers when they return products for recycling;
* Run an education and awareness program (to inform consumers on how to participate and when they need to do so);
* Implement a “design for the environment” program that eliminates environmentally harmful materials and ensures the products (where possible) are reused and/or recycled.
Business that choose this option must provide universal access to this program. This means their business must accept electronic products for recycling from any brand owner — not just their own. In essence, under this option, the business would be a recycling depot.
Option Two: A business can contract with RRFB Nova Scotia to do all of the items outlined in Option One, including the design for the environment part. Under this option, businesses will probably be required to report to RRFB Nova Scotia on a regular basis how much product is sold (to determine the cost of managing the program to the business). It’s estimated that it may cost about $30 per computer system sold (computer, monitor, printer and accessories) to run this program.
The Nova Scotia paint recycling program is probably the most similar to the one proposed for electronics. For that program, all brand owners of paint use the equivalent of Option Two: RRFB Nova Scotia manages the program for them. In that program, customers return used paint to any one of the Enviro-Depots in the province. Brand owners pay RRFB Nova Scotia to manage the program.
Barry Friesen, P.Eng. is solid waste resource manager with Nova Scotia’s Department of Environment and Labour. Contact Barry at friesebk@gov.ns.ca
http://www.solidwastemag.com/features/nova-scotia-s-new-electronic-waste-regulations/
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Maine, California, Alberta and Ontario (which together represent close to 50 million people) have implemented (or are close to implementing) legislation or regulations to divert this tide of e-waste from landfill. Some states are implementing bans on the disposal of certain items such as cathode ray tubes. Certain provinces (such as Manitoba, British Columbia, Nova Scotia and Saskatchewan) are in various stages of public consultation prior to implementation of programs to capture, reuse and recycle e-waste products.
Though e-waste may only represent one to two per cent of all municipal solid waste disposed, from a lifecycle perspective used electronics equipment can be much more significant than other waste products. In Europe, recognition of this fact has led to the development of restrictions on hazardous substances (RoHS) through the RoHS Directive. Japan has opted for similar restrictions. The United States and Canada have yet to adopt similar requirements, although things are evolving.
EPR
One of the most disturbing aspects of e-waste is the growing volume making its way to developing countries such as China where well-documented rudimentary recycling practices take place that include extremely poor labor practices and environmental contamination. Unskilled (sometimes underage) workers disassemble the products and suffer exposure to toxins (e.g., from burning plastic wire covering to extract valuable copper). That’s one reason why some policymakers are designing programs that promote extended producer responsibility (EPR) so that brand owners redesign their equipment to be toxin-free in the first place, and more easily dismantled and recycled.
Nova Scotia has produced draft regulations for e-waste products with the intent to encompass complete EPR. The province’s program builds upon the foundations laid out by the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) in its twelve guiding principles for electronic product stewardship. Nova Scotia seeks a program in which brand owners (manufacturers) shoulder the full burden of the program. The collection and 3Rs program for all designated e-waste is to be universal, and design for toxic material reduction and recycling is to be incorporated into products. Brand owners are to pay for the program without charging an extra fee from the consumer. This last point is controversial but is considered important to force “cost internalization” on the part of brand owners/manufacturers. (For more detail, see Editorial, page 4.)
The proposed program initially targets TVs, computers, laptops, keyboards, mouse, cables, monitors, printers, scanners, audio and video playback and recording systems, telephones, fax machines, cell phones, and electronic game equipment. While not as extensive as Europe’s WEEE Directive, the intent is to capture the majority of e-waste products and add to the list at a later date.
One of the most controversial issues surrounding this program is the requirement for cost internalization. Nova Scotia has asked brand owners to shoulder the full costs of the program, without external fees for the consumer. To date, brand owners and retailers are split on the issue, some indicating they would like external fees and others stating they don’t want external fees. There are many more arguments on both sides of the issue, all with legitimate points. In the end, whether an external fee is applied or not, Nova Scotia is determined to move forward to capture e-waste products from the waste stream for reuse and recycling.
Program design
Nova Scotia’s program is not finalized at the time of this writing (it will be complete sometime this spring or summer) but as drafted will affect both brand owners and retailers. Retailers will be required to:
1. Ensure that the brand owners of affected products they sell are covered under an approved stewardship program. If the brand owner is not registered, the business will not be able to sell its products.
2. Provide information at the point of sale on where customers can take their old products for recycling.
Under the proposed program, brand owners are required to register with the Resource Recovery Fund Board (RRFB). Once registered, each brand owner will be required to participate in the program in one of two ways:
Option One: The business must submit a written proposal to the Minister of Environment and Labour for approval. The proposal must include how the brand owner will:
* Cover the costs of the program without charging the customer an extra fee, and provide a written plan for how they intend to do this. (They may increase the cost of their products, but must not charge an extra fee to their customers);
* Provide collection without charging consumers when they return products for recycling;
* Run an education and awareness program (to inform consumers on how to participate and when they need to do so);
* Implement a “design for the environment” program that eliminates environmentally harmful materials and ensures the products (where possible) are reused and/or recycled.
Business that choose this option must provide universal access to this program. This means their business must accept electronic products for recycling from any brand owner — not just their own. In essence, under this option, the business would be a recycling depot.
Option Two: A business can contract with RRFB Nova Scotia to do all of the items outlined in Option One, including the design for the environment part. Under this option, businesses will probably be required to report to RRFB Nova Scotia on a regular basis how much product is sold (to determine the cost of managing the program to the business). It’s estimated that it may cost about $30 per computer system sold (computer, monitor, printer and accessories) to run this program.
The Nova Scotia paint recycling program is probably the most similar to the one proposed for electronics. For that program, all brand owners of paint use the equivalent of Option Two: RRFB Nova Scotia manages the program for them. In that program, customers return used paint to any one of the Enviro-Depots in the province. Brand owners pay RRFB Nova Scotia to manage the program.
Barry Friesen, P.Eng. is solid waste resource manager with Nova Scotia’s Department of Environment and Labour. Contact Barry at friesebk@gov.ns.ca
http://www.solidwastemag.com/features/nova-scotia-s-new-electronic-waste-regulations/
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What the hell is she doing now.... telll ya that old broad.... gonna be the death of us.... WTF???
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Old People Jokes
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A $250-million fibre optic cable between Halifax and Cork,
Ireland, is starting service.
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CANADA- Aging Population and Its Potential Impact
What’s the Issue?
Canada’s population is aging and
per capita healthcare costs increase with age. Many political commentators have
put these facts together to predict how the aging population threatens the
sustainability of Canada’s healthcare system. But what if some other facts
are thrown into the mix?
§ The aged are only a small part of the population. An increase in
the aged population is still only a small percentage of a small percentage.
§ Too many Canadians are being persuaded to use more expensive
treatments including brand-name drugs for which there are cheaper alternatives.
That is, for many brand name drugs there are cheaper generic versions which are
biologically equivalent. This isn’t just a problem for the elderly.
§ There are examples out there for how to do things more efficiently
which will save money.
Most Canadians might also be
surprised to know that an aging population is nothing new. Canada’s
population has been aging for the past 40 years now. This means that
there’s already lots of data on how an aging population really affects
healthcare. And a lot of concrete ideas on how to manage it without
breaking the bank.
Evidence
§ Who
cares? Aging boomers and caregiving policy in Canada. This video is a presentation from the Big Thinking Lecture
Series on Parliament Hill, where Dr. Janice M. Keefe explores what we can
do to support family and caregivers in our society.
§ When a Nursing Home Is Home: How Do Canadian Nursing
Homes Measure Up on Quality? This report and accompanying
Quick Stats establish a baseline for assessing the quality of care provided to
nursing home residents, using risk-adjusted indicators. The report also
highlights several nursing homes that have improved performance over time
§ Our in-house expert, Dr. Kimberlyn McGrail: Higher
utilization, not aging, is driving up healthcare spending. Check out the video on the EvidenceNetwork.ca – You Tube channel!
§ From healthydebate.ca: Will the Aging Population Bankrupt our Health Care
System? Many believe that aging of the population is the main cause of
increased health care costs. If this is true, this paints an exceptionally
worrying picture about the sustainability of health care in the future.
However, somewhat surprisingly, the majority of researchers don’t believe that
aging plays a major role in increasing health care costs. What’s the
story? This story features videos from Stephen Duckett, former CEO of
Alberta Health Services, and Samir Sinha, Director of Geriatrics at Mt Sinai
and University Health Network Hospitals. View the story here.
§ A
plethora of research indicates population
aging does not threaten the financial sustainability of Canada’s
healthcare systems, and in fact is only expected to increase healthcare
spending by about 1% annually from 2010-2036. Every year the increased number
of elderly will be small in comparison to Canada’s overall population, and
consequently their impact on the delivery of healthcare in Canada will also be
small.
§ Seniors
healthcare is more costly than healthcare for younger
people, for a variety of reasons. The evidence still supports only a 1% annual
increase in healthcare costs due to population aging.
§ Aging of
the population typically accounts for only a small fraction of
inflation-adjusted health cost increases. Health
cost increases are driven by changes in the quantity and types of healthcare
received by Canadians of all ages, not by demographic changes. That is,
an aging population provides opportunities for all sorts of interventions
without good evidence of increased health or quality of life, but this is an issue
for all Canadians, not just the elderly.
§ The
accuracy of the projected financial impact of population aging on healthcare
expenditures depends on several factors,
including the economy, and the accuracy with which fertility, immigration, and
mortality rates and their impact have been estimated.
§ An aging
population does not necessarily threaten the sustainability of Canada’s
healthcare system, but it does create a need to
ensure we are able to provide seniors with the right care, in the right place,
at the right time.
§ In this
2011 paper, researchers show there are significant opportunities for cost savings
in how care is delivered to the elderly. Rather than current systems where home
care and nursing homes may be in separate organizations, the authors call for
an integrated system to provide lower cost, seamless care for seniors across a
wide range of services such as meals on wheels, home care, supportive housing,
long term care and specialized geriatric assessment and treatment units in
hospitals. Such a system makes it possible to substitute lower cost home
care for higher cost nursing home care while maintaining choice for clients and
family members, and comparable, or better, quality of care.
§ The
Institute for Research in Public Policy (IRPP) has produced three reports reviewing how the aging of Canada’s population will present a host of
complex and evolving social and economic policy challenges for governments at
all levels over the next few decades. The research focuses on a wide range of
fundamental issues, including labour market changes, the adequacy and security
of retirement income, funding and delivery of healthcare and care-giving
services, regional effects, federal-provincial dynamics, and end-of-life questions.
They have commissioned several reports.
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NOVA SCOTIA GOVERNMENT
Nova Scotia is too good to waste. With regulations and a provincial strategy for managing solid waste, we're wasting less, recycling more and reaping the environmental, economic and social benefits.
Solid Waste Resource Management Section of the Air Quality and Resource Management Branch is responsible for a number of activities including recycling, composting, disposal, and the Nova Scotia Solid Waste Strategy.
https://www.novascotia.ca/nse/waste/
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Frequently asked questions on garbage recycling....
NOVA SCOTIA GOVERNMENT
What We Heard - Public Consultation on Solid Waste Regulations
March 2015: Nova Scotia Environment conducted public consultations on proposed changes to the provincial solid waste regulations. The attached report is a summary of "What We heard (PDF: 262k) " through the consultation process. The feedback we received will help guide the amendments due later this year. For more information on the consultations, see "Revising Our Path Forward".Solid Waste Resource Management Section of the Air Quality and Resource Management Branch is responsible for a number of activities including recycling, composting, disposal, and the Nova Scotia Solid Waste Strategy.
https://www.novascotia.ca/nse/waste/
Recycling and Waste
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Frequently asked questions on garbage recycling....
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| Q: Why clear bags for
garbage? We have switched to clear bags to increase the amount of recyclables and organics and decrease what is ending up in the landfill. We know that there are still people who are not participating in our recycling and composting programs. The use of clear bags makes it simple to inspect bags for banned materials. We have been recycling since 1996 yet after 10 years have still not reached the provincial target of 60% diversion. |
| Q: What do I do with all the
black/green bags I have now? You can still use them. The new system allows for ONE black/green bag per collection period to dispose of personal items. If you have any more than one bag of garbage, it must be placed in clear bags. If you only have one bag of garbage per collection now, you can continue using one black/green bag without any change, except for switching to blue bags for recycling. |
| Q: Where can I purchase clear
bags and can I get different sizes? Do clear bags cost more than black
bags? Local stores already have clear bags available and larger retail stores have a variety of sizes to suit your needs. Certain brands are more expensive than others. Remember the packages with larger quantities are more cost efficient. Additionally, if you reduce your amount of garbage to just one bag per collection period, you are still able to continue using black bags. |
| Q: I currently use grocery bags
or white kitchen catcher type bags for garbage. What do I do after April
1/07? You may continue to use grocery bags and white bags if they are placed in your one black/green bag. If you are going to put them in your clear bag, they must first be emptied loose into the larger clear bag. The empty grocery/white bag would go in the garbage if soiled. There are also small clear bags (kitchen catcher size) available (20x22) and these can be thrown right into the larger clear bag. |
| Q: Can I still use clear bags
for recyclables? No. Recyclables must be placed in blue bags. This will eliminate any confusion between garbage and recycling. |
| Q: Why are we switching to blue
bags for recyclables? We are switching to blue bags for recycling to make it easier for everyone especially the haulers to differentiate between garbage and recyclables. It will also make it easier for everyone to place goods in the proper bags at home and at work and help to cut down on mistakes. |
| Q: Why did we stop using blue
bags before? It was difficult to find a good market to recycle the blue bags; this is no longer a problem. With increased recycling in Canada and worldwide, there are new uses and markets for blue bags so there is no problem to market blue bags. |
| Q: What happens if I don't
follow the rules? Will clear bags be enforced? Like all new programs, there will be a grace period to allow people to adjust to the changes. However, you are expected to use clear bags and clear bags will be enforced. |
| Q: Does everyone have to use
clear bags? Yes. At home and at work, everyone is expected to use clear bags. |
| Q: What if I need to use more
than the ONE black bag for personal items? For people with health issues who need more than ONE black/green bag special arrangements can be made. Contact Waste Check to arrange a visit to discuss your needs. |
| Q: What about kitty litter, dog
feces and diapers? These can be placed right in your clear bags or you can also choose to place it in your ONE black/green bag for personal items. |
| Q: Am I only able to put out
one bag of garbage per collection? No, you are only able to put out one black/green bag for personal waste anything above that would have to go in a clear bag. The limit on the number garbage bags per collection have not changed. |
| Q: How do I dispose of dryer
lint and fabric softener sheets? Place in your clear garbage bag. |
| Q: How do you dispose of
wet/soiled paper products? They can be placed in your green cart for composting. |
| Q: How do you dispose of milk
containers? All milk cartons and jugs should be rinsed and go in recycle Blue Bag#2 with your containers and other recyclables. |
| Q: How do you dispose of STOVE
ASHES? Due to fire hazard, stove ashes are NOT acceptable in the green cart. Ashes are best disposed of on your property. Ashes are also accepted in your regular garbage, but must be bagged separately with Ashes clearly marked on the outside. Please remember that no matter which method of disposal you use, that you ensure ashes are cold prior to disposal. |
| Q: How do you dispose of
Styrofoamâ„¢ food containers/cups and packing materials? They are all garbage and should be placed in your clear garbage bag. |
| Q: How do you dispose of
USED/LEFTOVER MOTOR OIL? Motor oil can be returned to the place of purchase. If the retailer is unable to take it, they must provide a place within 5 kms. Empty oil containers can be recycled. Leave the cover on and place in recycle Blue Bag#2 with your containers and other recyclables. |
| Q: How do you dispose of CAR
BATTERIES? Car batteries can be taken to your local ENVIRO-DEPOTâ„¢ or check with your local garage. |
| Q: Where does leftover paint
go? Most household paint can be returned to your local ENVIRO-DEPOTTM for recycling. Call Waste Check for more information. |
| Q: How do I dispose of empty
paint cans? Please ensure that the can is dry. Cover should be removed and placed in your clear garbage bag, but the can must be placed beside your bags at curbside. |
http://www.wastecheck.ca/faq.html
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The way households in the Halifax region deal with their garbage is about to change. CBC News has the answers for your questions about the new clear bag garbage collection system.
Starting Aug. 1, all garbage will need to be sorted and thrown out in clear plastic bags. But many people are a little unclear about the finer details.
"I'm trying to get ready for it, but there's so much to think about," says Marilyn Maskell, adding she always takes great care in sorting her garbage and recycling.
"The overall intention of us moving to clear bags is that there's still material ending up in the landfill that should be recycled or composted," said city spokesperson Tiffany Chase.
"We've known that in other jurisdictions, they've seen an increase in recycling and organics and a decrease in the amount of wrong material going to landfill."
For pet owners, animal waste can be managed in either the privacy bag or clear garbage bags. Any pet waste that is in the clear bag, however, must be loose or in other clear bags
Use plastic grocery bags for small bins in your home? If you don't want to empty them into the clear bag, they can be tied up and put in the dark one — what the city calls "nesting".
If you're worried about people seeing personal items in the clear bags, the city suggests you use a black bin for curbside collection.
Boxboard? It's now being combined with newspaper.
And for all that freshly-cut summer grass?
"We're encouraging people to participate in grass-cycling, we call it, which is where you would just put those clippings on your lawn. Those clippings contain a number of healthy nutrients."
Anyone not following the rules may get a note from garbage collectors for the first few weeks.
If you're still confused after that, the city says it is developing an app to making sorting rules simpler. It will be ready by Aug. 1.
For more information, visit the Let's Be Clear, Halifax website.
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The second reason is from a marketing perspective. Most bottle caps have an interior liner at the top which is of a different plastic type than the cap itself. This mix of plastics and the likelihood of contamination from food or beverage residue make the cap less desirable in the mixed plastic market.
As with all our recyclables, our programs try to ensure we obtain the highest market value for our materials. Another example of this is sorting paper separate and protecting it from the weather in plastic bags.
The third reason is one of practicality. Trying to pick and sort little bottle caps from the processing line from among all the other material would be more than challenging and not worth the effort of the extra resources needed to try.
Note: Metal lids from jars are large enough to be picked up by the magnets on the sorting line and can be recycled in the blue bag.
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Trash talk: your questions answered about clear bags
Halifax residents can have 5 clear bags, 1 dark or 'privacy' bag
The way households in the Halifax region deal with their garbage is about to change. CBC News has the answers for your questions about the new clear bag garbage collection system.
Starting Aug. 1, all garbage will need to be sorted and thrown out in clear plastic bags. But many people are a little unclear about the finer details.
"I'm trying to get ready for it, but there's so much to think about," says Marilyn Maskell, adding she always takes great care in sorting her garbage and recycling.
- Halifax clear bag policy could mean kitchen catcher adjustments
- Clear garbage bags will soon be required in Halifax
"The overall intention of us moving to clear bags is that there's still material ending up in the landfill that should be recycled or composted," said city spokesperson Tiffany Chase.
"We've known that in other jurisdictions, they've seen an increase in recycling and organics and a decrease in the amount of wrong material going to landfill."
Clearly not a waste of time
Under the new rules, each home is allowed to have five clear bags and one dark — or just six clear ones.For pet owners, animal waste can be managed in either the privacy bag or clear garbage bags. Any pet waste that is in the clear bag, however, must be loose or in other clear bags
Use plastic grocery bags for small bins in your home? If you don't want to empty them into the clear bag, they can be tied up and put in the dark one — what the city calls "nesting".
If you're worried about people seeing personal items in the clear bags, the city suggests you use a black bin for curbside collection.
The dark or 'privacy' bag can include personal items, animal waste, or plastic grocery bags that are often used for smaller household bins. (Brett Ruskin/CBC)
And for all that freshly-cut summer grass?
"We're encouraging people to participate in grass-cycling, we call it, which is where you would just put those clippings on your lawn. Those clippings contain a number of healthy nutrients."
Anyone not following the rules may get a note from garbage collectors for the first few weeks.
If you're still confused after that, the city says it is developing an app to making sorting rules simpler. It will be ready by Aug. 1.
For more information, visit the Let's Be Clear, Halifax website.
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Plastics Recycling
All Plastic Containers go in the Blue Bag
HRM residents can place ALL PLASTIC CONTAINERS in the blue bag for recycling. No need to check for numbers on the bottom!WHAT'S IN? | ||
 |  | Plastic bottles, jugs and jars for: Beverages (including milk), shampoo, lotions, cleaners, windshield washer fluid, and other household liquids etc… |
|  | Plastic food tubs, lids and containers for: Yogurt, margarine, sour cream, cottage cheese, cookies, fruit & vegetable trays, salads, plastic clamshells and ice cream etc.. |
|  | Plastic Bags/ Wrap: Grocery, bread, produce and frozen vegetable bags, bubble wrap and other plastic film/wrap items etc… Place all bags and wrap in a grocery bag, tie, then place in the blue bag with other recyclables. |
WHAT'S OUT? | ||
 |  | Styrofoam (Garbage) |
|  | Non-container plastics: Bottle caps, toys, dvd cases, plastic cutlery, coffee/pop cups and lids, cereal box liners, straws, pipe, packaging that is made of a combination of plastic plus paper, bulky items that do not fit in the blue bag. These items go in the garbage. |
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Why don't we recycle bottle caps?
The most important reason is worker safety. When caps are left on bottles (which are filled with air), then are driven over by heavy equipment, or compressed in the baler, they basically become projectiles that can cause serious injury to staff at the plant.The second reason is from a marketing perspective. Most bottle caps have an interior liner at the top which is of a different plastic type than the cap itself. This mix of plastics and the likelihood of contamination from food or beverage residue make the cap less desirable in the mixed plastic market.
As with all our recyclables, our programs try to ensure we obtain the highest market value for our materials. Another example of this is sorting paper separate and protecting it from the weather in plastic bags.
The third reason is one of practicality. Trying to pick and sort little bottle caps from the processing line from among all the other material would be more than challenging and not worth the effort of the extra resources needed to try.
Note: Metal lids from jars are large enough to be picked up by the magnets on the sorting line and can be recycled in the blue bag.
Have you ever wanted to see inside HRM's Recycling or Compost Facilities?Take a virtual tour of HRM's Recycling and Compost Facilities on YouTube to find out what happens when material leaves the curb. |
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