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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2000-05-10, Page 26PAGE 26. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 2000. Alzheimer Society develops wandering registry By Alexandra Beasse Education Co-ordinator Many individuals who have Alzheimer’s disease like to be on the move. They may be focused on going to a particular place or roaming aimlessly. This need to “be on the move” is referred to as wandering and can occur at any time during the day or night. Wandering may be based on a physical need such as hunger, a continuing habit (such as reliving the walk to work), or the constant seeking to find the familiar (a home from the past). Wandering can lead the Alzheimer person into danger, as this behaviour can bring the person out into the middle of traffic, into bad weather, or into unfamiliar locations where the person can become lost and disoriented. To respond to the issue of wandering, the Alzheimer Society of Canada in partnership with the RCMP, CPIC Division has developed the Alzheimer Wandering Registry. This voluntary registry houses key information about individuals with A’zheimer’s following an episode of wandering. Information about the person, including next-of-kin and medical conditions, is entered into the Canadian Police Information Centre computer (CPIC), to which all police forces in Canada have access. All the information is confidential. The person with Alzheimer’s disease receives an identification bracelet, similar to a Medic Alert bracelet, and ID cards that can be placed into pockets, purses, or wallets. On these items are the person’s first name, ID number, and the words “Memory loss, call police.” Police who find a wanderer can enter the ID number from the bracelet or card into their computer system to access the person’s address and names of family members. Similarly, if someone reports a person is missing, police can enter the name to get the recorded information. There are more than 300,000 people with Alzheimer Disease or related dementias in Canada. So far, just over 9,000 people have signed on the registry, which started in 1995. Constable Wayne Oakes of the Stony Plain RCMP in Alberta only learned about the registry after his detachment dealt with four people with Alzheimer’s who wandered away from their homes. Oakes agreed police, as well as the public need to be educated about the registry. “There is front-line police, dispatch, and complaint takers; all of those people need to be aware of this and need to know the right questions to ask.” As well, police need to change their approach with those with Alzheimer’s, Oakes said. “They can be upset because they don’t understand. ‘Why am I here in the police office? I’ve done nothing wrong, I just went out for a walk.’ You have to be very calm and compassionate. You have to approach people slowly and perhaps if your first approach to something doesn’t work, your first inquiry, then try k again in a more basic, more simple way.” Local Ontario police detachments across Huron County all have information on the Wandering Registry and information on how to approach people with Alzheimer’s disease. The Huron Chapter of the Alzheimer Society is available to assist and train local police as needed. To obtain Alzheimer Wandering Registry applications or further information on Alzheimer’s disease, contact the Alzheimer society of Huron County at 482- 1482 or 1-800-561-5012. MS Society launches campaign Good things come in bunches and to prove it, Thursday, May 11 will mark the launch of the annual MS Mother’s Day Carnation Campaign across Ontario. This intensive three-day, volunteer-based fundraiser runs from Thursday, May 11 to Saturday, May 13. This year in Ontario alone, 2,500 MS Society volunteers will be seen at more than 950 sites selling carnations to help raise over $750,000 to fight MS. Now in its 24th year, the MS carnation campaign has successfully raised over $30 million for the MS Society’s national research program and local support services programs for people with MS and their Cancer Soc. recognizes The Canadian Cancer Society acknowledges volunteers for their tremendous efforts supporting the Canadian Cancer Society in their community. Over 2,000 volunteers in the local unit believe strongly in the mission of the Canadian Cancer Society, and take great pride in being associated with such a respected organization. The Society applauds those who have been selling daffodils, a symbol of hope, across Ontario, and the thousands of canvassers who are going door to door throughout the province. “We also salute volunteers who drive cancer patients to the cancer treatment centres. They Company recalls Beatrice yogurt The Health Unit has received the following information from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency that Parmalat Canada has voluntarily recalled the following products due to reports of fragments of glass having been found in samples of the products. UPC CODE - 55300 22303 Product Name/Variety - Beatrice Strawberry Stirred Yogurt, 1.0% M.F. Size - 75OG Best Before Date - MA 22 UPC CODE - 55300 22307 Product Name/Variety - Beatrice Fat Free Strawberry Yogurt, Naturally Size - 750G Best Before Date - MA 22 UPC CODE - 553833 Produce Name/Variety - Beatrice Fat Free Strawberry Yogurt, Naturally families. Over 150,000 bouquets bearing 3,750,000 beautiful blooms will be available to purchase. There are mini carnations and mixed spring bouquets in a wide variety of colours. Prices range from $5 to $10 for fresh, fragrant and beautiful bouquets. Throughout the province, carnations will be sold at numerous locations including select shopping malls, retail outlets, hospitals, schools, restaurants, churches and service clubs. Selling hours are Thursday, May 11 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, May 12 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. This year, over 6,500 volunteers provide not only much needed transportation services but also an emotional “lift” to those who are fighting their personal battle with cancer,” said Ken Dale, president Huron Perth Unit. “There are also many volunteers who work in the community cancer clinics and those who provide emotional support through our many programs including CancerConnection, Reach to Recovery visits and Living with Cancer support groups. No one should have to fight cancer alone.” Grateful acknowledgment is given to those who work in the office and those who plan and organize many Sweetened 0.1% M.F. Size - 175G Best Before Date - MA 22 and MA 29 UPC CODE - 55300 17103 Produce Name/Variety - Beatrice Fat Free Strawberry Stirred Yogurt 0.1% M.F. Size - 125G Best Before Date - MA 26 The best before date is printed on the top, side or bottom of the container. For example, MA 22 denotes May 22. Consumers in Quebec and Ontario are advised to immediately return any of the above mentioned products to point of purchase for a full refund. Should a consumer see these will participate in the campaign across Canada, with the goal to raise over $2 million for the fight against MS. Since its founding over 50 years ago, the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada has been a leader in funding MS research and providing services to the almost 50,000 people with MS throughout Canada. Multiple sclerosis is a disease that randomly attacks the central nervous system, affecting the control people have over their bodies. Canada is a high risk area for MS, which is usually diagnosed in people between the ages of 20 and 40 - prime family and career building years. Its effects last a lifetime. volunteers special fundraising events. The dollars raised are crucial to funding quality research to find the cure for cancer. The research community in Canada is very proud of the work of Canadian Cancer Society volunteers and the dollars they raise. It allows them to work tirelessly to find a cure for this disease. “The continued dedication of volunteers allows the Canadian Cancer Society to be a beacon of hope for the thousands of cancer patients and their families throughout this country. New volunteers are welcome to join our team; the more involved, the more we can accomplish,” said Dale. products for sale, contact a public health inspector to provide the details. Cail (519) 482-3416. 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