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FOCUS - MAY 2016 43 SeniorS information fair Friday June 3 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. THE SENIORS FAIR IS FREE OF CHARGE BUT NON-PERISHABLE FOOD DONATIONS FOR OPERATION SCUGOG WOULD BE VERY MUCH APPRECIATED Scugog Councillor Jennifer Back explained Our goal is to highlight what the SSAC Committee does to make a difference and enrich the lives of of seniors by providing various lifestyle choices information education and tips. The 2006 census revealed that 17 of Scugogs population were seniors she noted and this number has continued to grow over the past decade. We are looking forward to having a successful day with good attendance and we welcome feedback commented Katy Krieger of the SSAC. This should be a good opportunity for seniors to get the information they need. CELEBRATING SENIORS MONTH Over 400 people attended the 2014 Seniors Forum staged in November. It was decided to move the event to June to celebrate Seniors Month. Katy and Jennifer pointed out that better weather is expected at this time of year. Also the snowbirds will be back home and able to attend to explore the wide variety of services for seniors. Thanks to a partnership with the Region of Durham through the Age-Friendly Durham initiative Jennifer and Katy anticipate that the 2016 Seniors Fair will be an interesting showcase of resources. LIVING JOYFUL Living Joyful will be the theme of Jacquie Hermans comical and inspirational keynote speech at the 2016 Seniors Fair hosted by The Scugog Seniors Advisory Committee SSAC. The exciting slate of activities planned for June 3 all seem to be in keeping with the Living Joyful philosophy. Seniors and caregivers alike are invited to gather at the Scugog Community Recreation Centre Ice Pad 2 and adjoining meeting rooms. The event runs from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and its going to be an action-packed day. Over 50 vendors are booked. There will be demonstrations of everything from woodworking to line dancing to pickle ball. Find out all about Tai Chi and Nordic pole walking. TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING Dont miss the opportunity to have your say at the breakout sessions on two important local issues Transportation and Housing. Communicate your needs To participate call 289-485-1012 or contact seniorsscugog.ca. Scugog Fire Departments Fire House will be on site for the purposes of fire safety education. Durham Regional Police will share valuable tips on fraud prevention. You can ask representatives of the Ministry of Finance about tax credits and benefits available to seniors or get advice from accountant Janet McGee. The agency SAGE will provide advice on downsizing. Seniors Making a Difference By Lynn Campbell Focus on Scugog SENIOR DOGS FOR SENIORS The Animal Guardian Society TAGS is bringing four senior dogs in hopes of matching them with senior people who would love a pet. MEDICAL CARE A whole spectrum of representatives of the medical industry will be on hand to answer your questions. To name just a few you can visit with a denturist Community Care reps from LHIN pharmacists and a naturopath. Plus there will be information available on living with Alzheimers Diabetes and more. Senior Chester took time out to model only as he already has a home. Sitting with Chester is Katy Krieger and Jennifer Back.