Over 55 London Inc.

The Big Boomer Party

Over 55 Admin — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 18:25:20 +0000

Mark your calendars! May 10th, we are hosting our first Big Boomer Party.

Celebrate balmy nights and enjoy great music and fun with a Live Auction, Door Prizes, Appetizers and Live Band “The Rumblebees”

The event will be located at Jim Bob Ray’s (595 Richmond St. 5-9 p.m). Tickets are $20. Call Over 55 for more info – 519-438-1111

Are you a caregiver to aging parents?

Over 55 Admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:12:25 +0000

For those over the age of 75 with a fear of falling:

Understanding mobility will help to maintain an active lifestyle. Fall incidences increase the risk for mobility decline, nursing home admission, major fall-related injuries such as hip fractures, and mortality. Information about how you walk, your strength, and whether or not you fall, can provide valuable insight about both your current and future ability to live independently. Dr. Montero-Odasso and his team are conducting mobility assessments as part of a research study. From these assessments, you will be provided with free personalized information regarding how you walk (your gait).

This report will also be provided to your family doctor. This assessment may identify you as a potential candidate for phase 2 of this study. This second phase consists of an intervention with 4000 IU of vitamin D/daily with the objective of improving neuromuscular function and reducing falls and frailty.

The first step to maintaining a healthy lifestyle is knowing your strengths and challenges.

For more information please contact:

Shamis Nabeel

Phone: (519) 685-4292 Ext. 42754

Call for Board of Directors Nominations

Over 55 Admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 23:50:10 +0000

Over 55(London) Inc.– a registered charity with a 26 years history in London needs you! The mandate of our organization is to help older adults improve their economic security, sense of community and quality of life by connecting them to income earning opportunities and other services that foster independence. Over 55 (London) Inc. is looking for strategic action-orientated thinkers to serve on the Board of Directors.We value having a diversity of board members in areas such as ethnicity, race, culture, gender, age, and areas of expertise and experience to ensure the best possible decision-making environment. We are looking for dynamic individuals with experience or skills in the following areas:

community services
health care
retired senior
law
active community member
construction/builder
human resources

New board members must be willing to attend a monthly board meeting (second Tuesday evening of each month) and to participate on one committee. To apply, please submit a current resume and a short statement outlining why would you be interested in becoming a member of the Over 55 Board of Directors to: Nominating Committee E-mail: president@over55london.ca

Mail: Over 55 London,

78 Riverside Drive,

London, ON

N6H 1B4

All applications will be acknowledged.

For further information, contact Ron McNish, Executive Director 519-438-1111

Residential & Commercial

Over 55 Admin — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:52:17 +0000

The Renovations, Adaptations and Modifications Program offers a variety of services and products to assist both commercial and residential customers. From office renovations to wheel chair ramps to non-slip stair tread coverings to curbless shower stalls and accessible counters – we have a wide variety of services and use products specifically designed for commercial and residential settings. Our affiliates often provide special rates for alarm systems, stair treads and other needed supplies.

Seasonal Home Maintenance

Over 55 Admin — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 23:47:43 +0000

It’s time to start thinking about getting your home ready for the deep freeze. Call our service-providers to check the smoke and carbon detectors, furnace, fireplace, roof, eaves, doors and windows. Protect your investment with our Seasonal Home Maintenance Services.

Don’t forget to book your snow removal services early!

We serve all London residents. You don’t have to be over 55 to use our services. Call 519-680-1464

Think – Golden Girls

Over 55 Admin — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 03:20:36 +0000

Affordable housing and housing alternatives will be in greater demand as the boomer generation gets older. Homesharing is a viable option for those seeking a balance of support, companionship and independence. On October 19th, Over 55 is sponsoring a discussion on new ideas for homesharing. The meeting will take place at 2 PM at The Kiwanis Seniors Community Centre in the Crafts Room. Carol Burns, Over 55 Special Projects Researcher will facilitate the meeting.

VIP

Over 55 Admin — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 17:42:26 +0000

Over 55 is proud to be registered service-provider for the Veteran’s Independence Program as offered by the department of Veterans Affairs Canada. Veterans qualify for a number of home and property services provided by our associate members.

Ontario Expands Aging at Home Strategy

Over 55 Admin — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 19:41:02 +0000

McGuinty Government Helping More Seniors Get Health Care At Home.

Ontario is ensuring more seniors can get health care at home or in their community by expanding the successful Aging at Home strategy.

Aging at Home programs provide health care services to seniors in the comfort and dignity of their own homes. It permits Ontario’s seniors to lead healthy and independent lives while avoiding unnecessary visits to hospitals, which can ultimately reduce ER wait times.

This year’s program expansion will benefit seniors with approximately 125 additional Aging at Home projects including:

A program in Sarnia and Chatham-Kent where rehabilitation teams lead exercise sessions for seniors who suffer from chronic health conditions — such as stroke, congestive heart failure, osteoarthritis or a history of falls.

A transportation program in the Brampton area that will give seniors rides to medical appointments and related treatments.

A Toronto-based program that provides seniors living in supportive housing with mental health outreach counselling, homemaking services, personal support, security checks, and medication reminders.

Investing in better local community supports will help improve Ontario’s Alternate Level of Care (ALC) rate. ALC patients are individuals in hospital beds who would be better cared for in an alternate setting, such as long-term care, rehab, or home. By giving seniors the support they need to avoid hospitalization in the first place and helping those who do get admitted return home faster, access to health care will be improved for all Ontarians.

The Aging at Home strategy is a key part of the government’s Open Ontario Plan to provide more access to health care services while improving quality and accountability for patients.

QUICK FACTS

Ontario is increasing funding for the Aging at Home program by $143.4 million this year.
The Ontario Hospital Association indicates that hospital patients who are awaiting access to appropriate care elsewhere occupy almost 19 per cent of hospital beds in the province.
By 2017, for the first time, seniors will account for a larger share of population than children aged 0-14.
Ontario is investing $330.6 million for Aging at Home programs this year.