Bennett Village

Thank you so much Friends and Family of the Bennett Centre for your beautiful 'Rock Messages'. Your encouragement, support and appreciation throughout 2020 means so much!

We all can use some much needed holiday cheer this year! So it's time to start thinking about yummy festive fare! Here are some great recipes to try out this season: https://www.everythingzoomer.com//holiday-cookie-recipes-2/

Enjoy the comfort and the views at The Gallery, Halton Hills. 60+ living at it's best. Two Lismer Condos for Sale: 402-$539,900 601-$524,900... 2 beds, 2 bath, 1089 sq ft For more information:https://bennettvillage.ca/the-gallery-active-living/ To arrange a tour contact: Evan Debrincat http://fieldstonerealty.ca/listings/exclusive-listings

In Flanders Fields the Poppies Blow... As we prepare for Remembrance day, we think of poppies. The red poppy, a native plant along much of the Western Front during the First World War, has become a powerful symbol of remembrance. It is the principal emblem of the Royal Canadian Legion, which distributes several million each year to be worn by Canadians on Remembrance Day. Read more:... https://www.warmuseum.ca//after-the/remembrance/the-poppy/ See more

Staff and residents honoring our veterans at Bennett Centre's Remembrance Day service.

Two Condos for Sale at The Gallery, Halton Hills. 60+ living at it's best. The Lismer 402-$539,900 601-$524,900 2 beds, 2 bath, 1089 sq ft... For more information: https://bennettvillage.ca/the-gallery-active-living/ To arrange a tour contact: Evan Debrincat http://fieldstonerealty.ca/listings/exclusive-listings

The Board, Staff and Volunteers wish you all, a happy Thanksgiving!

We Remember 11th November. They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning... We will remember them. For the Fallen, a poem by Robert Laurence Binyon (1869-1943) See more

Unfortunately, there are many Covid-19 scams happening and seniors need to be especially vigilant and protect themselves. As if following physical distancing protocols and wearing masks in public under the constant fear of COVID-19 wasn’t stressful enough, Canadians are also facing the persistent threat of fraud specifically tailored to the pandemic. Read more: https://www.everythingzoomer.com//how-to-protect-yourself/

Mental Illness Awareness Week, October 4-10, 2020 #MIAW20: There is no health without mental health Each October, people across Canada speak up for Mental Illness Awareness Week. This year, it is being marked from October 4 10. It’s a week of public education and awareness that encourages Canadians to learn about mental illness and share their experiences with it.... For more information:https://bhn.cmha.ca/mental-illness-awareness-week-october-/

Halloween is a holiday that people of all ages look forward to each year. Costumes, candy, haunted houses and festive parties set this occasion apart from all the others, but how do you help an elder celebrate All Hallows’ Eve in a safe, fun and healthy way? Get some tips here: https://www.agingcare.com//4-tricks-for-a-happy-halloween-

Margaret, one of our residents at the Bennett Centre, was making the most of the beautiful weather on the 'Fall Walk' this week.

Do you prefer sunrises or sunsets? The Gallery residents enjoy both! We currently have two units available. View the details at http://georgetownhomes.ca/listings/exclusive-listings Photo credit: Gloria Sinclair

Author and food blogger Elissa Altman explains the importance of sharing time at the dinner table with senior citizens. Sharing food and stories with our senior citizens nourishes not only their bodies, but also their whole hearts, spirits, and souls. https://youtu.be/g-1Aag_q4ls

Bennett Centre Long Term Care residents and staff enjoyed Halloween activities this week!

Has someone you love been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or Dementia? This virtual event might of interest to you. See the details below.

Join this online event in the JET for World Alzheimers Day. You will learn the power of words, link between language & stigma & some examples of person-centred language. Register to join #HHPL, Tues. Sept. 22 @ 7pm: https://bit.ly/2E6neTj #WorldAlzheimersDay #AlzheimersSociety

Do you prefer sunrises or sunsets? The Gallery residents enjoy both! We currently have two units available. View the details at http://georgetownhomes.ca/listings/exclusive-listings Photo credit: Gloria Sinclair

Thanks to Rachel and Brady for all your work organizing our Men's Breakfast last Wednesday. The breakfast was hosted by our Bennett Centre's recreation staff and was enjoyed by all.

Another wonderful Spirit Day celebration with staff at the Bennett Centre Long Term Care. Thank you Norma and the entire Bennett Team for hosting. Those hats and fascinators are perfect! <3

Never Too Old Never Too Old follows 81-year-old PhD candidate Olive Bryanton as she navigates through the final year of her doctoral program at the University of Prince Edward Island. According to Bryanton, more than half of older adults live in rural communities on P.E.I., and she believes that the services they need arent there. She knows that governments dont create policies without research. So, at the age of 76, she decided to head back to school with a plan to study ...how older women are ageing in rural P.E.I. Continue reading at www.cbc.ca/cbcdocspov/episodes/never-too-old

Hillsview Active Living Centre in Acton is having a fundraiser. Be sure to order your tickets and help support our local seniors centre!

Meet the Super Centenarians Who Beat COVID-19 Bill Lapschies, 104 The Oregon veteran lived through the Spanish flu, the Great Depression and service in the Second World War. He recovered from the coronavirus in time for his 104th birthday.... Meet more at www.everythingzoomer.com//meet-the-super-centenarians-who/

Bennett Village was featured today in an article on the Radio-Canada website. L'Ontario veut financer 583 nouveaux lits de soins de longue durée pour ses francophones Translated from the article: "In the greater Toronto area, Bennett Village has proposed a new 160-bed building where an entire floor (32 beds) would be devoted to Francophones.... The building would be located near the Georgetown Hospital and the home hopes to serve francophone families in Brampton and Mississauga in particular." Read the full article at https://ici.radio-canada.ca//foyers-lits-soins-longue-dure

What do you know about living with Alzheimer's or Dementia? This informative campaign by The Alzheimer Society of Canada challenges existing stigmas by sharing the inspirational stories of Canadians. https://ilivewithdementia.ca/read-our-stories/

Guinness World Records Turns 65: 5 Older Record-Setters Who Prove That Age Is No Barrier to Greatness As the story goes, in 1954, the recollection of an argument about which is the fastest game bird in the world and the inability to find the answer in any book led Guinness Brewery Managing Director Sir Hugh Beaver to conceive of a book that would contain all sorts of facts to help settle pub debates. And with that, the seeds of the Guinness Book of World Records were plan...ted. A year later, on August 27, 1955, the first English edition rolled off the presses and proved a bestseller requiring four reprints within the year as readers snatched up nearly 200,000 copies. Sixty-five years on, the Guinness Book of World Records, now simply called Guinness World Records, is synonymous with amazing feats that leave readers asking Howd they do that? as well as strange milestones that have readers questioning Why would they do that? (see, for example, the record for Most Apples Held in Own Mouth and Cut by Chainsaw in One Minute) But Guinness world records also have the ability to inspire by illustrating the sheer abilities that humans possess to overcome perceived obstacles like, for example, societal limitations imposed on us merely because of our age. So to celebrate the 65th anniversary of Guinness World Records, were revisiting five record-breakers who proved that age is no barrier to greatness. www.everythingzoomer.com//guinness-world-records-turns-65/

September 13th is Grandparents Day. Take a moment and send some love to these wonderful people if you're still blessed to have them in your life! <3 What are some quirky, philosophical, or oft-repeated phrases and sayings that your grandparents have shared with you? Here are some from Zoomer magazine readers:... www.everythingzoomer.com//national-grandparents-day-reade/ See more

Join this online event in the JET for World Alzheimer’s Day. You will learn the power of words, link between language & stigma & some examples of person-centred language. Register to join #HHPL, Tues. Sept. 22 @ 7pm: https://bit.ly/2E6neTj #WorldAlzheimersDay #AlzheimersSociety

Another wonderful Spirit Day celebration with staff at the Bennett Centre Long Term Care. Thank you Norma and the entire Bennett Team for hosting. Those hats and fascinators are perfect! <3

September marks the 7th month since we began implementing our COVID-19 Pandemic Plan. Special thank you to The Bennett Village Family Council and Dr. Jack and Dr. Anthony for sponsoring our staff BBQ that included a visit from the ice cream truck!

Playgrounds For The Elderly Boost Activity And Decrease Loneliness Someone recently came up with the idea to build playgrounds for the elderly, and we think this is just such a wonderful idea! Its normal that as you grow older, you grow a lot more sedentary and a lot more lonely. For years, playgrounds have been primarily for children and teens to enjoy for daily activity. Now, seniors can enjoy the same benefits of playing on a playground. Of course, most senior citizens ca...nt jump around, run, and hang on the monkey bars. However, these senior-specific playgrounds have low-impact equipment that helps them to remain active and improve their balance! They can also enjoy using exercise bikes, cross-trainers, flex runners, sit-up benches and other pieces. Learn more at https://blog.thealzheimerssite.greatergood.com/dyr-elderly/

Did you know you can help support Bennett Village? The focus for Bennett Village over the next few years is on moving the Long Term Care Home from its current leased premises to a newly built, upgraded Long Term Care Home on the Bennett Village campus that is fully compliant with the highest level of provincial standards and which can provide the best quality of care for residents. You can make a donation through CanadaHelps.org... You have the option of donating to our Angel Fund that helps our low-income residents at the Bennett Centre Long Term Care facility or donate to the Bennett Village Fund that supports community services, buildings and programs. More info available at www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/bennett-village/

DYK the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program provides free routine dental care for eligible low-income seniors across the province. Ontarians aged 65 and over wi...th an income of $19,300 or less, or couples with a combined annual income of $32,300 or less, who do not have dental benefits, will qualify for the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program. Learn more: ontario.ca/seniorsdental See more

Non-profit helps local seniors learn tech skills for surviving in a pandemic If you ask Patricia Harvey about the challenges she faced when learning how to use a computer, she laughs. (I was) afraid of breaking the computer because I didnt know how to use it, she says.... But despite her hesitation, two years ago, the 92-year-old Beamsville resident joined Cyber-Seniors, an organization that encourages youth to teach seniors how to use technology. She figured computers were here to stay and thought she might as well figure them out. I like to keep busy. Im not a knitter or crocheter, said Harvey about why she joined the group. Continue reading at www.thespec.com//non-profit-helps-local-seniors-learn-tech

Family caregivers can visit Ontario long-term care homes with no time limits, province clarifies Ontario clarified visitor rules for long-term carehomes on Wednesday, saying the updated guidelines will even the playing field so families and caregivers across the province have greater access to residents. The new guidelines, which come into effect Sept. 9, are meant to improve upon the current rules, which the Ministry of Long-Term Care notes have been applied inconsistently..., as their application was left up to the discretion of individual facilities. "Today's announcement will ensure that guidelines on [caregivers'] visits are applied consistently across homes so that all residents get the support they deserve," Long-Term Care Minister Merrilee Fullerton said in a written statement. Continue reading at www.cbc.ca//ontario-caregivers-long-term-care-visit-1.5710

Canadian Couple in Their 90s Offer Advice for Weathering a Possible Coronavirus Recession A global crisis. A punishing recession. Been there, done that. At least, thats the case for a Newfoundland couple in their 90s who are offering sage advice for weathering the ongoing pandemic and its economic fallout.... By May of this year, Canada had marked a record high job loss, and more than two million people were out of work as a result of the COVID-19 lockdown. And as forecasters at the World Bank put it earlier this summer, the pandemic is expected to plunge the worlds economy into the worst recession weve seen since the Second World War. Grim, yes. But, as with most things, perspective is key Continued at www.everythingzoomer.com//couple-in-their-90s-offer-advic/

Long-term care residents are now permitted to leave their homes for short-stays and temporary absences, the province announced Friday, provided the facilities meet certain requirements. "This is a day we have all looked forward to, and it is my hope that these welcome changes will improve our residents' quality of life, while keeping them safe," said Ontario Long-Term Care Minister Merrilee Fullerton in a news release. According to the release, short-stays do not include bein...g away from the home overnight and typically include visiting family or running errands. Learn more at www.cbc.ca//covid-19-coronavirus-ontario-august-28-update-

For Sale! $430,000 905 - 200 Halton Hills Dr, Georgetown THE MacDONALD 9th Floor 1 Bedroom + Den 897 SqFt Welcome to The Gallery, Georgetowns premium 60 plus Adult-Lifestyle Community!... Amazing views make this MacDonald unit very special. This 1 bedroom + den unit has been freshly painted and ready for you to move into. Hardwood floors in the den, master, living room and dining room. The master has an ensuite with a walk-in tub and a walk-in closet. There is also a large 2 piece powder room with extra storage space. Ensuite laundry, one indoor parking space and a large storage locker are included. All appliances and window coverings are included. For more info on The Gallery visit https://bennettvillage.ca/the-gallery-active-living/ To arrange a tour contact: Evan DeBrincat, Coldwell Banker Fieldstone Realty (905) 877-2630 http://georgetownhomes.ca/listings/exclusive-listings

RECREATION WITH DEMENTIA Learn how to use and adapt recreational activities to help stimulate interactions of people with dementia. This program is presented in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Halton and will take place in the library. Details below - RSVP required.

Study Suggests That Older Generations Are Handling COVID-19 Impact Better Than Millennials or Gen-Z A new study suggests that the older generations are surviving the COVID-19 health scare and economic crisis better than younger age groups. On top of that, it reveals a burgeoning new attitude toward the definition of retirement. The Four Pillars of the New Retirement, a huge study conducted by brokerage firm Edward Jones in partnership with Age Wave and Harris polls, surveyed ...more than 9,000 adults in the U.S. and Canada. The poll asked the different generations to answer questions about their finances, health and attitudes, especially in light of the pandemic. Learn more at www.everythingzoomer.com///older-generations-coping-covid/

Maybe youve heard of Bennett Village. And, if you have, you likely know that Bennett Village is an integral part of senior living in Halton Hills. Were a non-profit organization with an aim to offer care and living options where area seniors continue to live and thrive. We first began as the Bennett Health Care Centre in 1999, founded in part through a generous legacy donation from local farmers Stewart and Lettie Bennett. Bennett Village is now comprised of the Bennett Cen...tre Long Term Care home and The Gallery Active Living life lease building. Bennett Centre offers 66 spaces and is licensed and partially funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. The Gallery, a separate life lease building, is a great lifestyle option for residents 60+ years of age. Please browse our website to learn more about how Bennett Village celebrates and supports aging in Halton Hills. https://bennettvillage.ca/

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Families with loved ones in long-term care urged to protect privacy while looking for support In the middle of a pandemic that's disproportionately affecting older Canadians, many with loved ones in long-term care who can no longer provide daily support are finding themselves frustrated and exhausted. However, as some look for help through social media or other unofficial channels, Canada's largest advocacy association for older Canadians is reminding people to remain vigilan...t with their private medical records. "No one should ever be asked to part with their own private medical records unless there is a very substantiated reason," said Bill VanGorder, a chief policy officer with the Canadian Association for Retired Persons (CARP). Learn more at www.cbc.ca//ontario-long-term-care-essential-caregivers-1.

For Sale! $415, 000 406-200 Halton Hills Dr, Georgetown THE MacDONALD 4th Floor 1 Bedroom + Den 897 SqFt Welcome to The Gallery, Georgetowns premium 60 plus Adult-Lifestyle Community!... Pretty views and beautiful breezes make this MacDonald unit very special. This 1 bedroom + den unit has wood floors in the living room, dining room, den and master bedroom. The spacious master has a walk-in closet and an ensuite with a walk-in tub. The kitchen has under-counter lighting, lots of cupboard space and overlooks the dining/living room. There is also a large 2 piece powder room with extra storage space. Ensuite laundry, one indoor parking space and a large storage locker are included. All appliances and window coverings are included. Inquire today for your personalized tour of this suite and all of the amenities this building has to offer! For more info on The Gallery visit https://bennettvillage.ca/the-gallery-active-living/ To arrange a tour contact: Evan DeBrincat, Coldwell Banker Fieldstone Realty (905) 877-2630 http://georgetownhomes.ca/listings/exclusive-listings

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Assistive technologies: Its not for me, Im not there yet! The World Health Organization predicts that by 2050, the number of people aged 60 and over will reach two billion.(1) Many of them will experience physical and cognitive changes associated with aging: vision loss, hearing, memory, strength and mobility. To reduce limitations or improve physical and cognitive functions, it is possible to use what are called "assistive technologies". For example, walkers, canes, motori...zed scooters, hearing aids, and wheelchairs allow people with disabilities to stay active and mobile in the community. Likewise, smartphones and tablets can be used to support people with dementia, providing them with reminders, storing information and keeping track of events. Despite the potential benefits and unmet needs for assistive technologies, some older adults remain reluctant to use them. Some even say that "it is not for me, I am not there yet" ... What can explain this reluctance? Learn more at www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org//assistive-technologies-it-s-

The importance of a will, particularly during a pandemic As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many families have had to make difficult decisions around their loved ones end of life wishes, particularly if those wishes werent clearly communicated beforehand, either to family members or through a will. Conversations around money can get emotional for many Canadians, which is why its typically not a hot topic among family members. According to the Discomfort Index, a Leger s...urvey of more than 1,500 Canadians commissioned by FP Canada in January 2020, only 33% said they feel very comfortable discussing money. The prospect of adding death to the conversation is sure to make it even more uncomfortable. Continue reading at www.financialplanningforcanadians.ca//preparing-a-will-dur

Nominations for the 2020 Donna Holwell Legacy Award have been extended until August 21st! If you know an exceptional person who has contributed to the bettermen...t of our sector, consider recognizing them with a nomination. Learn more: https://www.orcaretirement.com/donna-holwell-legacy-award/ See more

Welcome to The Gallery, Georgetowns premium 60 plus Adult-Lifestyle Community. The Gallery is located in the heart of Georgetown One of lifes greatest joys is spending time with old friends. And one of the unexpected pleasures of life at The Gallery is discovering wonderful people who quickly become new friends, adding delight to your days. If youre a solitary sort who prefers privacy and pursuing your own interests, thats great. If, however, youre someone who likes to m...ix with other people, organize or participate in events, and generally are eager to try new things, youll want to embrace all that goes on at The Gallery. There are several committees which meet regularly and organize a wide array of programs, activities, dining events and trips. To see photos and list of available units for sale, visit https://bennettvillage.ca/the-gallery-active-living/

How Music Therapy Is Making a Difference for Patients in Palliative Care If you ask Chrissy Pearson how music can make a difference in a persons life, she might tell you about the difference it made in someones death. Pearson, a certified music therapist with the Canadian Music Therapy Fund in Toronto, has experience working in a variety of settings, including palliative care. One day, she appeared in the doorway of a palliative care room where the patient took one look at ...Pearson with her guitar and her bag of handheld instruments and shook her head. I dont want someone playing music in my room, she said. Im not a musical person. But Pearson stayed and chatted a while and came to learn the woman did like music, mostly pop songs from the 1970s. Continue reading at www.everythingzoomer.com//music-therapy-for-palliative-ca/

Dont get tricked by the tricksters! COVID-19 scams related to payments received are effecting us all and seniors are no exception. It is important to be very... cautious when receiving emails or text messages that appear to be from a financial institution asking for personal or financial information. To learn more about COVID-19 related scams, visit: https://bit.ly/2D9Y6u6

Did you know? The Bennett Centre Long Term Care is named for Ballinafad residents Stewart and Lettie Bennett, past owners of Scotsdale farm, north of Georgetown on Trafalgar Road. Stewart Bennett was President of Beardmore Tannery in Acton, Vice President of Canada Packers, and President of the Royal Winter Fair.... Following a stroke in 1978, Stewart was impressed with the attention he received at Georgetown Hospital. Lettie, who drove to his bedside daily for weeks, said she came to think of the hospital's wonderful staff as "family." Shortly after the Bennetts died within weeks of each other in 1982, delighted hospital officials learned of their generous bequest of $1,335,000. Concerned that Seniors had to travel outside the community for long term care, funds from the bequest were designated to address their needs. The Bennett Centre became independent of the hospital in 1998, but the tradition of family-like care continues.

COVID-19: Does Your Face Mask Protect You or Other People? Should we wear face masks? We tell our children to cover their mouths when they cough, so when we cannot predict who may or may not have COVID-19, it makes sense to wear a face-covering in public. But not all face coverings are the same. They can be split into two broad categories: respirator masks designed primarily to protect the wearer and cloth face coverings that could be considered to act more as breath divertin...g devices. Continue reading at www.everythingzoomer.com//does-face-mask-protect-you-or-o/

Captain Tom Moore, 100, Receives Knighthood from Queen at Windsor Castle Captain Tom Moore is now officially a knight. The 100-year-old British War veteran, who raised more than 32 million (more than $54 million Canadian) for his countrys National Health Service workers on the front lines of Englands COVID-19 response by completing 100 laps of his garden ahead of his centenary in April, received the insignia of Knight Bachelor from Queen Elizabeth II on Friday at Windsor C...astle. Continue reading at www.everythingzoomer.com//captain-tom-moore-100-to-receiv/

For Sale! $465,000 207-200 Halton Hills Dr, Georgetown Welcome to The Gallery, Georgetowns premium 60 plus Adult-Lifestyle Community!... Walk into this wide-open concept featuring a cooks kitchen with beautifully updated granite countertops. Open to eating area and living room, the view from the kitchen is a magnificent 30-foot balcony. Beyond the large laundry and storage room is a large bathroom with an easy access shower including a comfy bench seat. Beautiful wood flooring leads from the welcoming entrance all the way through to the spacious bedroom. Inquire today for your personalized tour of this suite and all of the amenities this building has to offer! For more info on The Gallery visit https://bennettvillage.ca/the-gallery-active-living/ To arrange a tour contact: Evan DeBrincat, Coldwell Banker Fieldstone Realty (905) 877-2630 http://georgetownhomes.ca/listings/exclusive-listings

Good Vibrations: Could Doctors Prescribe Music Like a Drug? At 94, my father has a new woman in his life. Shes a tiny thing and needs Wi-Fi to function, so my mother is okay with it. Since Alexa arrived last year, my dad has developed a love-hate relationship with his virtual assistant. Her trademarked voice can drive him bonkers with pre-programmed reminders that tell him when its time to take his morning pills, his evening pills, his eye drops. Yet hes utterly smitten wi...th the fact that when a song pops into his head, Alexa can conjure it out of the silence. One minute hes looking for something in his bureau, pulling out batteries and very old business cards, and hell say, Alexa, play Chattanooga Choo Choo. And just like that, Dad is snapping his fingers, bobbing his head and swaying all the way back to the 1940s, when he was a boy with his first radio, falling in love with big bands. Continue reading at www.everythingzoomer.com/heal/2020//22/can-music-medicine/

4 Signs Your Older Loved One May Need Assistance One of the biggest challenges for seniors is realizing they cannot do the things they used to. It can be difficult to admit that they need help, so it is important to pay attention to the signs. When your loved one shows some of the signs below, it may be time to have a family discussion about senior living options. Here are some signs that show your loved one needs may need additional senior care. www.thecareguide.com//4-signs-your-older-loved-one-may-nee

The Future of Aging According to 11 Canadian Experts What kinds of exercise can help us age well? Does ethnicity play a role in how we age? How are Canadians dealing with aging and sex? These are important questions. The older cohort the baby boomers and gen-Xers represent nearly 45 per cent of Canadas population, or 16,753,198 people. By 2030, Statistics Canada estimates it will be 46.5 per cent, or 19,461,400 people. The World Health Organizations 10 Priorities for a ...Decade of Action on Healthy Ageing makes it clear that an effective plan requires better global data. As the WHO states, What gets measured gets done. Canadian researchers are stepping up. That includes scientists working on the most comprehensive study of aging in the world, led by investigators at McMaster, McGill and Dalhousie universities. Its called the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) and it has been amassing reams of data on more than 50,000 older adults since 2010, when researchers began collecting information on the lives of participants between the ages of 45 and 85. Continue reading at www.everythingzoomer.com//future-of-aging-according-to-11/