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Times-Advocate, 1988-02-03, Page 3GB doctor concerned about health A Grand Bend doctor is attempt- ing to lobby local governments and increase community awareness about the shortcomings of the vil- lage's health care system. Dr. Peter Englert cites demo- graphic, geographical and political factors in expressing his dissatis- faction with he current-tevet of medical service presently offered to Grand Bend residents. "Seniors are heavy users of health care services," says Englert, noting that Grand Bend is becom- ing an increasingly attractive com- munity for retirement purposes. "They are encouraging people to retire here," says Englert while claiming that the present medical facilities are woefully inadequate to supply the level of health care sen- iors require. Englert points out that Grand Bend is 25 minutes from Exeter, with the nearest ambulance in Dashwood, but Exeter has none of the specialists many seniors re- quire. London is a full 80 kilome- ters away, a distance which Englert says many senior residents are re- luctant to drive, especially in win- ter. The political problems which face Grand Bend health care include the fact that while the village itself has an official population of around 700, the surrounding subdi- visions comprise the bulk of the population of the arca. Englert maintains that this population is largely ignored because they are split up between Lambton, Huron and Middlesex counties. "No one really gives a damn about us," said Englert, "It's reach - care system ing the point of being ridiculous." The doctor is concerned that the three health units, three home care programs, and three children's aid societies are all at a considerable distance from Grand Bend and all are long distance by phone. Eng- lert believes none of the counties are interested--in-sper►dirrg-heal4l -- dollars in the Grand Bend area. Englert would like to see the ad- dition of a resuscitation centre with a defibrilator, a walk-in health clin- ic for the overwhelming summer population, an x-ray unit for in- jured limbs, physiotherapy for sen- iors, a social worker, an ambulance for summer service. and an Out- reach program. He realizes this is a long wish list, but he hopes that the authorities, such as the Lamb - ton District Health Council, will take notice of the problem and take action to alleviate the situation. "The growing aging population is what's going to kill us," said Eng- lert. He sees five or six new sen- iors in his office each week and does not know how he is going to ac- commodate them all. News from Shipka By MRS. HUGH MORENZ Karen Guenther, of London, and her friend Jamie Green, of Mt. Brydges spent the weekend at her mother's, Mabel and Don Fraser. Joining them all on Sunday were Mrs. Margaret Lane, London, Ellen and Gerald Wright and their children Lenny, Jamie and Paul, all of Bel- mont, for a supper meal. Sunday was Karen's birthday and they also celebrated Ellen and Lenny's birth- day. A note of interest is that Jamie Green was one of the Olympic relay torch runners, January 3 south of Watford. There, will be another euchre here tonight/February 3, at the Commu- nity Cntre. Saturday, Arnold Keller celebrated his, birthday, having supper with daughters Gwen and Max Windsor, Exeter, and Audrey and Roy Gibson, Crediton, at his home. Audrey shares the same birthdate as her father. Callers during the week with Mr. Keller, were Pastor Larry Stojkovic, Dashwood, daughter Marian Feltz, Brinsley, Larry Gibson, Centralia, Gary, Joanne, Brent and Ryan Gib- son, Huron Park, and David and John Gibson, Crediton. These latter are grand and great grandchildren. Congratulations to Annie Ziel- man on the arrival of her fifth grandchild, on January 21 when a baby girl, named Ashley Tara, was born to Debbie and Roger Ward, Zurich. Our nephew, Howard Dell, whose Pentecostal The regular monthly meeting of the Womens' Ministries of the Pen- tecostal Church was held at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Don Rogers with 11 members present. Mrs. Rogers presided at the piano. The roll call was answered with a scripture verse containing the word "Enter". The minutes of the last meeting were read by Mrs. Jean Jol- ly. The Treasurer's report was read by Miss Marian Tricbncr. Thank you letters were read from Missionaries, also a thank you card from Mrs. Mark Peng for a blanket. The bulletin from head office was read by Mrs. Ruth McLaren. The Missionary reading was read by Mrs. Sharon Wallace entitled "What Then". Mrs. Rogers played Great is Thy Faithfulness. This being the time for the clec- home is in Belleville, is a member of Canada's National bobsled teams, who has trained and participated in World Cup competition, this past two years, in Riga, Russia, Alten- burg, East Germany, St. Moritz, Switzerland, Innsbruk, Austria, Winterburg and Konissigec, West Germany, and Cortina and Cervinia in Italy. As Howard has passed all elimina- tion tests he will be competing in the Olympics. His happy parents, my sister Shirley and brother-in- law, Cliff, plan to fly out to Cal- gary to see him in competition. Howard tells us that the Euro- peans and Russians, practice all • year, where Canadians just have a few months practice each year. As I finish writing my newsletter this morning, February 1, it is our 47th wedding anniversary day. We were married at Hensall United Church manse. It was a lovely sun- ny day, but cold with snow. We have been well remembered with cards, phone calls and flowers. Last Tuesday evening we had an evening visit and card games with Oscar and Laura Miller, with a spe- cial lunch. On Thursday we were noon meal guests with our cousins Albert and Anne Coleman, in Lon- don. Sunday night we were supper guests with Melvin and Gertie Stade, along with Bud and Jean Schroeder, Dashwood. This was a double celebration, Bud's birthday and our anniversary. Thanks a lot to friends and relatives. WM meets uon of offices, Mrs. Jean Jolly read the minutes of last year's business meeting. The pastor's message was "Thirst". We all need and long for love, security and peace of mind. Je- sus is our best security. We also need purpose and self-worth in cach one of our lives. Jesus Christ is the only one who can supply the deep- est need of the human heart. The elected officers were Mrs. Ruth McLaren as president, Mrs. Jean Tricbncr vice-president, Mrs. Jean Jolly secretary, Miss Marion Tricbncr treasurer, Mrs. Edith Mil- lar press reporter. Mrs. Ruth McLaren closed the meeting with prayer. A delicious luncheon was then served by mrs. Ruth McLaren and Mrs. Jean Tricbncr assisted by Mrs. Rogers and enjoyed by all. • MP at men's breakfast Member of Parliament for Lon- don East, Jim Jepson, spoke Satur- day morning at EtStmanucl Baptist Church. He talked of his conver- sion to Christianity and the effect it has had on how he views his role in federal politics. In a lengthy question and answer session, he talked of the recent Su- preme Count decision on abortion and the effect it will have on the future of Canadian families. He cit- ed the Charter of Rights and a strong Feminist lobby as ultimate- ly being responsible for the deci- sion to over -rule the abortion law. "People are more concerned about rights than they arc for being ac- countable and responsible." He urged Christians to write their MP's and MPP's and to even con- sider entering politics at any level, in order to make their views known. He defended the Government's free trade position and encouraged opponents to seek out information and to ask tough questions of the Government. On the state of the Conserva- tives, he expressed confidence that the party was on -track due mainly to the fact that Mulroney has sur- rounded himself with better advis- ors. Jcpson, a former small business- man, is currently serving on the le- gal and justice committee drafting pending legislation on pornogra- h pEmmanuel Baptist has men's breakfasts about every month. For more information contact Pastor Kevin Rutledge at 05-26611. WRONG NAME A wrong name appeared in last week's issue of a court correction. The correct name is Robert Lent- ing. Tithes-Advocate, February 3, 1988 Page 3 r • O PLUS FREE pad and installation on all specially marked carpets from our custom order showroom! "These are just a few examples" SAVE5.00 =4.~°. 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