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Home My WebLink AboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 1988-01-13, Page 5From the Premier Dear Editor; On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I am pleased to extend warm greetings to our citizens across the province who are w commemorating the month of January as "Crime Stoppers Month". The Crime Stoppers program has achieved outstanding success throughout Canada and the United States as a source of community awareness and as an effec- tive instrument in the struggle against crime. I take this opportunity to congratulate your founder, Greg MacAleese, as this month marks the inauguration of the Crime Stoppers program in Picton, his place of birth. And I commend the many volunteers who have given their time and energy to organizing the program in their communities. -over the recent years. Please accept my sincere best wishes for the success of "Crime Stoppers Month" and for continued effectiveness in the im- portant civic function which your program performs. David Peterson Premier of Ontario Dear Editor: To raise $1,237,000 for disabled adults in Ontario is a tall order. But the Ontario March of Dimes volunteers are ready. In TO 300 communities across the province these women and men are giving their time from the January 1 kickoff until February 15, 1988. They are working to make sure the Ability Fund campaign raises more than $1.2 million. You can help by running the enclosed feature and photograph on computers and disabled adults in your publication. This news feature tells about new Ontario March of Dimes programs to train disabl- ed adults in the use of microcomputers. The campaign kickof'date and goal is also highlighted. We appreciate your public service over the years in covering the activities `and programs of the Ontario March of Dimes. We hope during this campaign not only to raise the funds for these programs, but also to raise public awareness of the abilities of disabled adults. - Yours sincerely, Carl Stieren Public Relations Co -Ordinator New service available to rural community The Queens Bush Rural Ministry proud- , ly announces a new service available to the rural community free of charge. The Queens Bush Rural Ministry operates under the guidance of ten direc- •tors, representing several church denominations and farm groups, who are funding this service. All the directors have experience with agricultural related problems': • The Queens Bush Rural Ministry has ob- tained the services of two consultants to advise and counsel the rural community in whatever capacity they are needed. BRENDA MASON, of Lucknow, is well versed on federal and provincial programs available to farmers as well as helping families and individuals deal with stressful situations. BRIAN IRELAND is experienced with the Review Board procedure. Brian can' make financial proposals on behalf of in- dividuals to lending institutions, or where needed, refer them to professionals available in this field. The Queens Bush Rural Ministry offers compassionate help, with understanding of the problems within the rural community. This service was established because the need .for such assistance has been clearly indicated by the rural community. Whether it's an understanding listener, counselling or just not knowing where to turn, this service offers assistance at no charge. the rural community is urged to use this service in whatever capacity it is needed. Just call collect; 519-392-6090. Con- fidentiality is assured. Interculture Canada loops for host families Interculture Canada, a not-for-profit organization administering international exchange programs, has officially launch- ed its host family recruitment campaign in Ontario: Celebrating its tenth anniversary, Inter - culture Canada has this year targeted the placement of 195 students across Canada, from as many as 35 different countries. Through this program, Ontario residents may now enjoy the rewards of hosting a young foreign student, aged 15 to 18, as a full family member for close to a year. • Thanks to Interculture Canada, those welcoming a part of the world into their home can also look forward to an ex- perience tailored to their own family pro- file. Interculture Canada carefully selects students from a large pool of applicants and, through sensitive family -matching procedures, makes every effort to ensure a harmonious and positive climate for ex- change. This way, families and students not only discover their similarities, but also enjoy the richness of their differences. Each year, hundreds of families live a wonderful experience. One host parent of a Finnish student explained, "It's like look- ing at the world through a different set of eyes. We've let her become part of the family and now it's as if she always lived with us. It's going to be really tough when she goes home in July." The program is open to all family types: two parents with children, single -parent families, young, older or childless couples - all are welcome. The pleasures of hosting largely rest on the acceptance of the student as a member of the family rather than a guest. This is, in fact,, what the student is taught to ex- pect. Host families, however, are not ask- ed to absorb any outstanding expenses for the student beyond the housing, food and incidental expenses they would for their._ own teenager. As a member of AFS Intercultural Pro- grams, Interculture Canada is part of the world's largest network of high school ex- change programs operating in 74 countries. Families interested in obtaining more information about hosting a student may call toll-free 1-800-361-7248, or .write to In- terculture Canada, 59, rue St -Jacques, Bureau 700, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1K9. Lucknow Sentinel, Wednesday, January 13, 1988—Page 5 L Seniors Day Centre By Gloria Workman Happy New Year! I assume that everyone is stuffed from all the food eaten during the Holiday Season. It is now time to get back into a regular routine. It's been a rough start here at the Day Centre for the Homebound. The first couple of pro- gram days of the new year were cancelled due to poor weather conditions. To keep everyone from settling back in their chairs to hibernate the winter away, we have introduced a pretend trip to Florida. As each participant rides a sta- tionary bicycle, walks or participates in one of our exercise classes, he or she becomes one step closer to Florida and "BETTER HEALTH". Our distance will be marked with a flag on a map that outlines the route of travel. ,We have pro- vided some brochures of exciting points of interest along the way. Ware not only im- proving our physical fitness levels, but we are learning something new at the same time. What more can you ask for? During the week of Jan. 12 -14th we are going to play an "Ole Favourite". BINGO is scheduled with prizes for the lucky win- ners. To spice up the month of January in an effort to beat those "Blahs". Everyone will be asked to wear their most "unusual" socks during the week of Jan. 19 -21st. Ken and Dorothy Stevens 'of' Wingham will be on hand Wednesday Jan. 20th to show us some slides of the Canadian West Coast. For those of us who have travelled there, it will be a time to reminisce, and for those who have never been there, prepare to travel new territory. During the week of Jan. 26 -28th, everyone is asked to wear plaid. To celebrate Robbie Burns Day we are going to dedicate a week of activity to him and other GREAT SCOTS! The next foot clinic will be held January 27th from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Wingham Ar- mouries. Please call 357-1440 to make an appointment. If you find the winter months long because you do not get out as much as you once did, you might like -to get involved in some social and recreation programs at the Day Centre for the Homebound. Volunteer drivers bring the seniors to and from the program. The hours are from 10 1,o 3 on Tues., Wed., and Thurs. with ,a nutritious hot meal provided at noon. If you have any questions, or know of so- meone who might enjoy the program, please do not, hesitate to call 357-1440. 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