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JUNE 2015
ISSUE #12
THE SWEATERGANG
STANDARD
Monthly Newsletter for Seniors
Did you Know?
All about Inventions!
1. A "monkey wrench" is not named
because it is a handy thing to monkey with.
It was actually named after Charles Moncky
who invented it around 1858 in the US.
2. The garbage bag was invented by a
Canadian - Harry Wasylyk in Winnipeg
1950
3. M&M's chocolate is named after its
inventors Frank Mars and Bruce Murrie
5. Insulin was invented in by Sir Frederick
Banting in Ontario in 1921
SWEATERGANG BOOK CLUB
Women on the Road: The essential guide for baby
boomer travel - Leyla Giray
This is an excellent book for anyone who is considering venturing out on
their own in their retirement years. Have you ever wished you could visit
that historic site or walk in the footsteps of an ancient civilization, but
you're not sure how to tackle such a trip now. Then this may be the
perfect book for you. The author, Leyla Giray is a baby boomer and can
relate to the challenges that that demographic face. Whatever is holding
you back, Women on the Road eliminates the obstacles, relieves your
fears and insecurities, and gets you out of the house and onto the road!
5. The first widely used military gas mask
was invented in Newfoundland in 1915 by
Cluny Macpherson
6. Superman was created by a Canadian
born artist Joe Shuster and American writer
Jerry Siegel in 1932
7. The paint roller is also a Canadian
invention and was invented in 1940 by
Norman Breakey in Toronto
Leyla also has a website that provides loads of additional information
about traveling on your own
http://www.women-on-the-road.com/baby-boomer-travel.html
Sweatergang Companions can be reached at 613-485-7285 or by email at
sweatergangcompanions@gmail.com
JUNE 2015
ISSUE #12
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WORLD ELDER ABUSE
AWARENESS DAY
15 June 2015
By wearing something purple on the 15th, you can help
to raise awareness for this very important issue and
demonstrate that we are united in the belief that elder
abuse cannot be tolerated.
What is elder abuse?
Elder Abuse refers to the violence, mistreatment or
neglect that older adults living in either private
residences or institutions may experience at the hands of
their spouses, children, other family members,
caregivers, service providers or other individuals in
situations of power or trust. Elder Abuse also includes
older adults abused by non-family members who are not
in a position of power or trust and self-neglect.
Financial abuse is the most prevalent type of abuse
affecting 60,000 Canadian seniors.
Signs of abuse may include:
 A sudden change in behaviour or appearance
 A sudden onset of physical injuries, and
 A change in financial resources
Contact Smiths Falls Victim Services at 613-284-8380
or your local police for additional information
Summer Fruit and Mixed
Greens Salad
A Canadian Living Recipe
(www.canadianliving.ca)
"This salad evolved over a period of time," says Marilyn, who
kept changing ingredients until she was satisfied. "Originally
the salad featured sweet red peppers, which I didn't enjoy, but I
wanted to keep the red color. That's where the strawberries
came in." Toss your favorite greens — Boston, romaine, curly
endive — in this spectacular fresh-tasting salad. It's beautiful on
a summer brunch table.
Ingredients
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8 cups salad greens, torn
2 cups sliced strawberries
3 kiwis , coarsely chopped
1 avocado, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups fresh blueberries
Poppy Seed Dressing:
 1/3 cup olive oil
 3 tbsp malt vinegar or cider vinegar
 1-1/2 tsp poppy seeds
 1 tsp granulated sugar or honey
 1/4 tsp pepper
Preparation
In large bowl, arrange greens, strawberries, kiwi and avocado.
Poppy Seed Dressing:
In small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, poppy seeds, sugar
and pepper. Pour over lettuce mixture and toss. Sprinkle
blueberries over top.
JUNE 2015
ISSUE #12
Creative Ways to Take Caregiving Breaks
www.saintelizabeth.com
Remembering to pause and take care of ourselves can be one of the biggest challenges we face when
we're consumed with looking after someone else's needs. Add to this caring for young children or a
demanding job (or both) and you may be too exhausted to even think of the possibility of a break!
Caregiving involves defining, and re-defining, the “new normal.” You may not see opportunities to
take a regular class or go the spa like you used to. However, if you think creatively, mini-breaks to
look after your own needs are not only possible, they’re necessary. Consider how you can work in
small doses of self-care to relieve stress, instead of skipping them altogether.
Sweatergang Companions provides respite visits for caregivers, so there is always an opportunity to
get out of the house and take a break from the demands of being a caregiver. We are just a phone call
away!
Some inspiration, if you have:
5 mins - Do some stretching
- Meditate in a quiet room
- Turn on some music and dance
15-30 mins
-Walk around the block
- Call a friend
- Browse the web
10 mins - Make a cup of tea
- Take a power nap
- Write in a journal
60 mins
- Take a bath
- Go to the park
- Meet a friend for coffee
If you need a break, Sweatergang Companions is here for you. One day out a week may be
all you need to feel rejuvenated and ready for whatever the week ahead may throw at you!
Sweatergang Companions
“Providing Lifestyle Assistance to Seniors”
Our services include:
 Companionship/respite
 Overnight companionship
 PSW care
 Planned outings
 Activities to stimulate mental awareness
 Light housekeeping
 Transportation to appointments
 Grocery shopping
 Medication and daily phone call service
 And so much more!
Our team is bonded and all companions have completed
the Ontario Provincial Police Vulnerable Sector Check
Call Us Today: 613-485-7285
www.sweatergangcompanions.ca
UPCOMING COMMUNITY
EVENTS – JUNE 2015
6th - Quilting in the Valley
Nick Smith Centre, Arnprior, 10am-5pm, $6
9th - Leaving Home with Frank Hitchens
Almonte Public Library, 7pm, free
14th - 4th Annual Duck Derby
179 John St. Carleton Place. 1pm, Tickets $5
20th - Healthy Living Festival
Downtown Smiths Falls, all day
25th - Annual Rotary Strawberry Social
Stewart Park Bandshell Perth, 6pm, bring a lawnchair
27th - Ginger St. James Musical Performance
Gallipeau Centre Theatre, Smiths Falls, 7pm, Tix $20ea
28th - Strawberry Social
North Lanark Regional Museum