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The Citizen, 2005-09-29, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2005. Program has man on the road to health Heart to health Stan Cepukas of the Wingham area, visits the Healthy Hearts clinic regularly since suffering from multiple heart attacks and chronic angina. Since participating in the heart healthy program, Cepukas has lost 110 lbs and gone from a size 48 waist to a size 36. (Heather Crawford photo) By Heather Crawford Citizen staff Between 70-75,000 Canadians suffer from heart attacks every year according to the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s most recent statistics from 2001. Stan Cepukas was one of them. Cepukas, a Wmgham resident, has* suffered from two heart attacks and has one artery blocked. Doctors told him he has a medical disability and suffers from hereditary heart disease. By-pass surgery is not an option. Over one year ago, Cepukas was referred to the Healthy Hearts Comprehensive Cardiac Rehabilitation program in Goderich. With the support of staff members and physicians from Alexandra Marine and General hospital, Cepukas was able to find an exercise level that worked for him along with getting educated about his disease and learning healthy habits he could incorporate in his life. Since joining the Healthy Hearts program Cepukas has lost 110 lbs and has gone from a 48-waist size to a 36. “1 would strongly advise (the program) to anyone who has heart problems," he said. "It’s very adaptable, and the support from the hospital is great." Cepukas was able to participate in a five kilometer walk which he completed in under an hour and says he feels much healthier. “I feel CCAC challenge nets #34,265 for Red Cross What can we do? How can we help? In the wake of the devastation in the southern U.S.A, caused by Hurricane Katrina and the breaking levees in New Orleans, staff at the local Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) asked these questions. And then took action. A Community Cares challenge was launched by CCACs across the province to mobilize their staff and the staff of their contracted service providers to raise funds for Canada's neighbours to the south who are suffering shattering losses. The local campaign in Huron and Perth counties involved community care access workers and their colleagues in the community, effectively .mobilizing several hundred individuals to give to this worthy cause. Generous donations were made by companies who donated coffee and prizes As well, a significant cash donation was made by the staff of Saint Elizabeth Health Care. On Friday, Sept. 16 Challenge participants watched as the report of total funds raised climbed throughout the day. At press time, across Ontario, the Community Cares challenge had contributed a total of approximately $34,265.24 to the Canadian Red Cross on behalf of the Katrina hurricane and flood victims. The CCAC is a community great,” he said. “It was a complete lifestyle change." Eleanor Brewster, program director, said the idea for the program was to help people “be active and get educated," she said. Participants work out at the Goderich YMCA in bi-weekly supervised classes where they are monitored for blood pressure and heart rate. Participants also learn healthy ways to live with and manage their heart disease. Healthy Hearts is celebrating its IOth anniversary this year. Ten years ago, the program began with a small group of people working with the board of directors and has since grown to over 200 participants. agency that helps people develop an individualized, supportive health care plan, and coordinates health services to support people in the community. With one phone cal! to the CCAC, people can obtain information and personal support services that their family requires. Whether it’s meals on wheels, ■nursing, therapies, or homemaking services, the community care access centres can arrange services for people who need to maintain their independence at home or, if necessary, in a long-term care home. CUSTOMER % APPRECIATION DAYS £ Thursday. Friday & Saturday - September 29.30 & Oct. 1 st gk At the following Wingham Retailers • Christine’s Clothes Closet • The 2 Step • The Workshop • Just A Little • Heather’s Fashion Boutique All participants have been referred by their family doctor. Fees for the month are $35 and spouses are invited to education classes free of charge. Cepukas said doctors expect he will suffer from angina his whole life however he “found the regimen of going (to the program) changed his life.” He doesn't show any signs of slowing down. To find out more about the Healthy Heart Program phone Eleanor Brewster at 524-5411. Unattended cooking is the number one cause of home fires. Pay close attention when you're cooking and stay in the kitchen. M, Short Putts - By Bill Johnston Last Sunday, Sept. 18 the Wingham golf course was a beehive of activity. Many took advantage of reduced rates for all with tickets to the curling barbecue and to enjoy a round of golf. In fact many are arranging their one round of golf for the year tied into this big barbecue. Add the Lucknow Legion and service club tournament and there was nary a tee-off time available on Sunday. With the Cardiffs at the barbecue the pork and beef were tops. Add all the fixing, especially such a wide variety of homemade pies and it was a feast to be enjoyed by just under 600 people. *** On Wednesday, Sept. 21 it was the John Malick Memorial Seniors Tournament. Sixty-two golfers were on hand, from Elmira, Walkerton, lecswatcr, Guelph. Woodstock, Bayfield, Goderich, Listowel, North Halton, Duntroon, Sauble Beach, I ondon, Orillia, Blyth, Mississauga and Oakville. Bob Greer, former Wingham greenskeeper in the early 1970s and presently greenskeeper at Listowel was winner of the John Malick Trophy with low gross score of 73. Al Tadman of Oakville captured the overall low net with a 62. Al had quite a day. In his First nine he birdied holes four and five and added seven pars for a nine-hole score of 33. two under par, for the best nine of the day. His 18-hole score of 74 was just one short of the overall low gross. In the flight (ages 50-59) Rick Geerry of Listowel took low gross with 76, Howard Mooney of Sauble Beach took low net with 67 and Fred Norman of Listowel won closes to the pin on number seven, putting the ball less than a foot from the pin. In the flight (ages 60 - 69) Don Bone of Goderich had 80 for low gross while Jerry Hetmanek of Listowel took low net with a 67 and also was closest to the pin on number two. In the flight (ages 70 plus) it was a Wingham sweep of all awards. Don Rae took low gross with 83, Bill Johnston took low net with 64 and Ken Saxton was closest to the pin on number five. Donna Anderson, daughter of John Malick, was on hand to present the trophy to the 2005 winner. Bob Greer. It is a beautiful trophy designed and manufactured by Don Rae who was John Malick’s neighbour, friend and regular golfing partner. *** Numbers were down in Wednesday night men’s as the days become shorter. Low gross winners were John Kuyvenhoven and John Dailleboust both with 38. First low net was won by Carl Good with Chris Michie taking second low net. Closest to the pin winners were John ’Kuyvenhoven, Carl Good, John Dailleboust and Rob Harrison. MAITLAND VALLEY CONSERVATION AUTHORITY PRESENTS THE Fall ColourTour Sunday October 2, 1:00 to 4:00 rm. Wawanosh Valley Conservation Area Wagon Rides* Apple Cider Guided Walks • Children’s Activities Wawanosh Nature Centre Open Free Admission • Call 519 335-3557 Don’t miss out on the Conservation Raffle! Draw will be made at the Fall Colour Tour at 3:00 P.M. Tickets $5 each or 3 for $10. Proceeds support the Nature Centre. 1 st prize - $1000, 2nd prize - $500, 3rd prize $250, 4th prize $100. Tickets available at the Fall Colour Tour or the MVCA office in Wroxeter. Call 335-3557 for information.