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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2004-08-18, Page 66 Exeter Times—Advocate Wednesday,August 18, 2004 Opinion Forum News Seniors' perspective Continued from page 5 al, boring and can't remember anything. Ageism is so pervasive and so tolerated that no one complains no matter how disrespectfully older folks are portrayed. In an early episode of Law and Order which was recently rebroadcast, Mike Logan, the character played by Chris Noth, dismisses a witness's worth, say- ing: "He's a gummer who can't hear either." With the exception of a few who defend age discrimination - and there are those who do - most of us do not believe we are biased against older folks. We help old ladies across the street, respect our grandparents for all sorts of good reasons, and even admire such people as 80 -plus Viacom chairman, Sumner Redstone, as role models. The fact is, we are all guilty of ageism, even us older folks, and we are all guilty of believing the mistaken assumptions that lead to stereotyping and discrimination. If you don't think so, try this little quiz: Below are ten statements commonly believed about older persons; Read them over and mark each True or False to the best of your knowledge and beliefs. 1. Old people have trouble learning new skills (You can't teach old dogs new tricks). 2. Most older people lose interest in and are not capable of sex. 3. Older folks start losing their memory by about age 50. 4. Intelligence declines with age. 5. Older workers are less productive than younger ones. 6. Older workers take more time off work than younger ones. 7. Most older people live alone and are socially isolated. 8. Older workers cost corporations more in benefits than younger folks. 9. The five senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, smell) decline with age. 10. Most older people are all alike. ALLTYPES —ALL AGES: TALENTED PEOPLE NEEDED! All -ages talent required for upcoming shows and festivities in the South Huron area: • Dancers, (all ages) • Skits (groups) • Musicians (All types) • Clowns • Comedians • Singers (All ages) • Speakers, story tellers, public speak- ing (all ages) E• Other types of entertainment Don't be shy! Please let me know what you can do! An all -age Talent Show is in the works for sometime in May, 2005. The enter- tainment will be judged, and winners will be part of the entertainment at the 3rd Annual Trade Fair & Information Expo to be held June 1st 2005. Entertainment will be required, as there will be a variety of new acts required at the 2005 Trade Fair. There will be at least (5) five "Jamborees" coming up, starting in November at the Exeter Legion. Each Jamboree will start with a delicious brunch at noon, and exciting entertain- ment for the afternoon. These events will be held the (2nd) second Sunday of the month. Nursing & Retirement Homes are searching for good talent to entertain their residents and friends. Town & Country Support Services are looking for a variety of entertainment for their weekly "Dining for Senior's" meal. Tell us about yourself and your talents: Name: Address: Postal Code: Phone number: Fax number E-mail Send information to Jim Bearss - South Huron Seniors Group Box 759 Exeter ON NOM 1S6 Phone (519) 235-0310 x 239 or e-mail j.bearss@town.southhuron.on.ca or Donna Clarke R. R. # 1 Crediton ON NOM IMO (519) 228-6800 or Faye at Town & Country Support Services at 125 John Street West, Exeter ON NOM 1S2 (519) 235-0258 POLICE BRIEFS Woman charged with impaired driving SOUTH HURON — Huron OPP officers responded to a single vehicle crash on Church Street in Exeter Aug. 11 at approximately 6:30 p.m.. The driver of a 1997 Chev Lumina called to report leaving the roadway on Church Street and damaging a fence. The investigating officer found the dri- ver, a 24 -year-old South Huron woman, showing signs of impairment and arrest- ed her for impaired driving. She was taken for breath tests and found to be more than twice the legal limit. She has been charged with impaired driving and driving a motor vehicle with more than 80 mgs. She was released and will attend court in Exeter Oct. 28. Chips stolen from storage trailer SOUTH HURON — On Aug. 11 at 7:15 a.m. a trailer was found broken into by staff of Frito Lay. The trailer, located behind Exeter Produce just off Thames Road in Exeter, was entered sometime through the night when a lock was forced off one of the doors. Eight cases of assorted Frito Lay products were stolen. The stolen product is valued at $200. If you can help officers solve this crime call the Exeter OPP office or con- tact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- 8477(TIPS). A week of talents EXETER — To finish off "Environmental Excitement" week we are going camping Thursday and Friday. Anyone interested in attending this trip can call for more information at 235-2361. Because of the camping trip there will be no supervised activi- ties at the Playground Aug. 19 or 20. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. The theme for the last week of Playground is "Hollywood". There will be lots of Hollywood -based activities including creating puppets, baking sweet treats, and a talent contest. Kids need to bring: Tues., Aug. 24 — Anything needed to perform a talent (ie. musical instruments, etc.); Thurs., Aug. 26 — Any costumes, music, and props for air bands; Fri., Aug. 27 — Bathing suits and towels. MAGGIE MILLER EXETER PLAYGROUND LEADER ■U■■■■■■■■■ 1 ■■■■■■■■■■■R 1� '■■■■■■■■lmi — I �■■■■■■■■■■\► -- I■■■■■■■■■■*' I 1■■■■■■■■P' ■ ■■■■!1■I p' ��■■■F , `^fir gum 1.■■�1 AI Lit :_ elping he osp Two generous donations last week helped improve South Huron Hospitals physio- therapy department and the new medical centre.Above, Zurich's Blessings Community Store donated $500, which will help pay for the Nustep cardiovascu- lar and weight training equipment pictured. From left are physio assistant Julie Macdougald, South Huron Hospital Foundation chairperson Olga Davis, physio Christa Novak (seated) hospital board chairperson John Hanson, acting hospital CEO Michael Boucher, Norma Grainger of Blessings and physio aide Judy McLeod. Below, the Exeter Scotiabank donated $2,500 to the hospital foundation, which will go towards the medical centre. From left are bank manager Grant Rundle, personal banking officer Jean Jacobe, Davis, Boucher and Hanson. (photos/Scott Nixon) OPP reminds consumers of scams HURON — Huron OPP wants to remind con- sumers to use caution when responding to tele- marketing or mail flyers requesting money. Recently there have been reports of residents in Howick Township receiving mailings for opportunities to work from home and earning up to $500 to $1,000 a week to start, stuffing and mailing company sales letters. In some cases, the con- sumers have sent cash and have not received anything back. Here are a few tips to help recognize a scam: • If it sounds too good to be true, it is. • You must pay first before receiving anything. • You must give them your private financial information. • They will only except cash or money order, rather than a cheque or credit card. • It's a limited opportu- nity and you're going to miss out if you don't act immediately. If you suspect you may be a target, or have already sent funds, con- tact Phone Busters, the national deceptive tele- marketing call centre, operated by the Ontario Provincial Police, Toronto Police Service and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. You can reach Phone Busters by calling toll free 1-888-495-8501 or by going to their Web site, www.phonebusters.com.