PAGE A6, WIIITY FREE PRESS, Seniors, NOVEMBER 23, 1988 -IF~- Seniors' ofi'it*ce holds info seminars [SPACE AGE ÉSHELVING3 WE MAKE HOUSE CAILS. CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE. M ECLOM TFM ADULTS Sors Hours: Monday - Wodnssday 10 amn to 6 pm. Thursday & Fniday 9 am I109 prn- Saturday 9 arn Io 6 prn -----------------------------------------m------------- *Mme The Office for Senior Citizens' Affaire bas launched a series of information seminars for senior citizens across Ontario. According to the Minister for Senior Citizens' Affairs, Mavis Wilson, the purpose of- the semnars is to provide seniors with an opportunity to discuss issues facing the elderly now and into the 21st century. "These seminars prvde seniors with a forum in which they can corne together to learn froni one another -- and in which we can learn from them," said Wilson. The first seminar was held on Thursday, Oct. 20, in Sault Ste. Marie and attracted some 75- seniors froni across northeastern Ontario. On Nov. 29, a seminar will be held, in French, in Sudbury for francophone seniors. Next spring, five more regional seminars will be held in London (April 3, 1989), Belleville (April 17, 1989), Fort Frances (May 2, 1989), Toronto (May 8, 1989) and for seniors in eastern Ontario, in Renfrew County (late May). Wilson noted that centres which do not frequently host major events were selected in an effort to reach out te more senors. The programes of the day-long events feature speakers and workshops on such topics as retirement planning, volunteerism, the "grey power" phenomenon, and coping with the illness or loss of a spouse. 1Seniors from seniors' clubs and local organizations are invited to attend. But the minister added that any senior expressing an interest is welcome to contact the Office for Senior Citizens' Affairs. 'This is an opportunity for us to reach out to the grassroots," said Wilson. "Our seniors represent a wealth of wisdom and experience that we must tap as we work to meet the challenge of our changing demographics." J Penny sale at Centre The Whitby Seniors Activity Centre will hold a penny sale on Saturday, Dec. 3, 7:30 p.m. Lunch will be served, ail welcome. Proceeds te the activity centre building fund. United Way winners TREVOR BÂRDlENS (left) manager of the Miracle Mart on Francis St., presents Ina Yonge and Maurice Slichter with $100 gift certificates as part of the United Way's 'Shopping Day.' Free Pros photo Valmed can pro"vde home health care By- Debbie Luchuk Seniors in need of home care can access health services through Valmed Health Services, an Oshawa-based coxnpany. Valmed offers nursing, housekeeping and companion services "24 hours a day, seven days a week," according to Valerie Owen, directer of Valmed. "Our philosophy is to provide health care that maintains and enhances the quality of life for clients," Owen said. The company provides assistance to persons in private homes, institutions, hospitals and nursing homes. Services range froni coni- p anions through attendants for handicapped persons, home- makers, nurses aides, health care aides and registered nursing assistants te, registered nurses. Tasks performed by the Val med staff include assistance for seniors with activities of daily living-, respite care for families; companionship/travel assistance;. me a preparations; cars for individuals with special needs; private duty nursing-, medication administration; treatments and dressings and footcare. Some services are covered by health plans. Being an RNA herself, with experience in many areas of nursing cars and work with seniors, Owen opened Valmed in 1983 "because there was a need in the community for health care service in the home." Valmed is located at 356 King St. W., Oshawa, and can be contacted by.phone 24 hours a day. mkflm CANCER ýINFORMATION SERVICE CALL 1-m800-263-6750 Imm r-