Lambeth Villager
November 2025 ISSUE 99
Hello Lambeth! I hope everyone enjoyed a fabulous Thanksgiving with their family or just some great turkey on your own. Now we’re kicking off the Christmas Holiday Season, and I just hope you all take the time to “just breathe” once in a while and not get yourself into a tizzy over the What’s Happening at Landon Library Submitted by Ashleigh Hickey Cursive Writing (Ages 8+) January 20, 2024 10:30 am – noon (Registered) Come learn the benefits of cursive writing and try your hand at some pangrams with Dez, a local archivist. PA Day Creativity Break (Teen) February 2, 2024 3:00 – 4:30 pm (Drop-In) It’s time to be creative! Drop by your local library to take a break and create. Craft supplies may vary, chill vibes only. STEAM, Saturdays (Family) February 3, 2024 10:00 – 11:00 am (Drop-In) Drop-in to explore a variety of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math related activities! holidays – that’s not what they are ab out. I know everyone is still having a blast at Euchre on Tuesday afternoons at the Lambeth Legion, and on Friday afternoons at Music Bingo. Plus, don’t forget to get your New Year’s Dance Tickets for the Lambeth Legion, whether you go with your spouse, family, friends or just by yourself, you need to get out and celebrate the beginning of another new year. Please don’t worry if you are not attending with a significant other, neither am I, but I plan to rock and boogie on down as much as possible (even with my replacement knees and hip). I may not be as good as I once was on the dance floor, but I can still keep a beat and enjoy myself (except for the slow dances, I can’t do those by myself so if you see me, ask me to get up and give the fl oor a twirl!). Our December issu e will be released at the beginning of the month. If your business would like to boost holiday sales with a special offer, please contact me before November 10. The deadline to book ad space is November 12 and the final deadline to submit creative materials is November 14, as we go to press on November 19. If you need help with marketing, getting your advertising message out into the community, please contact me, and I promise to put my 40+ years in the marketing and advertising business experience to work for you and come up with the AlvegoRoot Theatre Trivia Night Manor Park Memorial Hall, 11 Briscoe Street For ticket information and to learn more about AlvegoRoot’s 2024 season, visit www.alvegoroottheatre.com
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Rocking the Skin You’re In – with Melissa Rossi at the NEW Inskin Studio!
Melissa has been in the aesthetics industry for over 20 years, and one thing has always stayed the same: her passion for healthy, radiant skin. After working in different settings (including a plastic surgeon’s office), Melissa decided to put down roots in Lambeth and open INSKIN STUDIO – Aesthetics by Melissa Rossi. She chose this community because she felt it had such a warm, welcoming feeling, and wanted to create a space where clients would feel comfortable and cared for the moment they walked in. Her focus and expertise are on skin health and preventative maintenance—helping clients achieve results that last. Melissa offers facials, chemical peels, laser treatments, lash lifts, microneedling, skin consultations, and skin coaching. She can help with rosacea, give laser skin treatments to remove skin tags, facial hair, acne, etc. With her expertise, she prides herself on delivering not just treatments, but education and guidance so every client feels confident in their skin journey. Outside of the studio, Melissa is married and together with her husband are raising their 15-year-old daughter, who keeps them busy with her competitive volleyball schedule—and who has also caught the skincare bug herself! Life at home also includes their sweet little dog, who sometimes makes a cameo in her content on Instagram. For Melissa, skincare isn’t about quick fixes; it’s about long-term results and confidence. Her goal is simple: to help you love the skin you’re in. You can find out more of what Melissa offers on her website at www.inskinstudio.ca or on Instagram at melissa@inskinstudio. Her studio is located at 2485 Main St., where the old Kimberley’s Fashions was located.
As a Boomer, I was taught that if you took good care of your skin when young, you could count on glowing, healthy skin when going into your senior years. If you washed your face with a gentle soap or cleanser twice a day, plus used a de- cent moisturizer, usually Nivea cream, as there wasn’t much selection, plus a sunscreen, then all I’d have to worry about is wrinkles. And wealthy ladies went for a facial once a month. Well, that was certainly not the case. No one mentioned skin tags, old age spots, moles, facial hair, rosacea and the list goes on. Acne was the main big concern back then for most. Well, now that I’ve aged, I just wish I’d had someone like Mellissa Rossi around who could have educated me about how to really take care of my skin. Melissa believes in treating the skin from the inside out, so you achieve the very best your skin is capable of, whether it’s through skin health, skin treatments, or corrective laser treatments. Your skin is a long-term commitment of care, just like any other part of your body. She starts with a full skin consultation and works from there on your concerns and her findings.
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Christmas Lights Update Submitted by Lambeth Rotary Wow! Thank you, Lambeth and area residents. Our lottery for raising funds to put up and take down the beautiful Christmas lights along Main Street has sold out. The money we raised will also be used for some repair of the lights and to refurbish the Lambeth wooden gateway signs. The gateway sign on Colonel Talbot North had to be totally replaced after the road construction. The draw for the $2,000 cash prize will be held on Monday, November 24th, at 7:00 pm at the Village Pantry Restaurant, located at 2473 Main Street in Lambeth. Lambeth Rotary would like to thank the following for helping us with the ticket sales: • Lambeth Lions • Lambeth Legion Branch 501 • Tommy’s Motors • Greenhills Pharmacy • McLennan Flowers & Gifts • The Village Pantry Restaurant We would also like to thank the Lambeth LCBO store and the Lambeth Foodland store for letting us stand in front to sell tickets. And, to all those who bought a lottery ticket…. thank you!!!
I Love the Bells Submitted by Lambeth United Church People are always commenting that they “love the bells”. What bells are we talking about? Well, the bells that ring hourly at Lambeth United Church, of course. They can be heard all over town, especially in the core area. Recently, a Lambeth resident sent the following email to the church office: “I’m sitting here on my deck, four blocks from Lambeth United, luxuriating in the beautiful performance of your church bells. But my appreciation is nothing compared to that of my daughter, who is weeping openly at hearing those bells for the first time in several years –she recently got hearing aids that allow her to pick up a lot of the lovely nuance that most of us take for granted. Please never stop this valuable ministry you have in our community.” We have to thank Lambeth United Church’s music director, Alan Davidson for selecting the various church hymns that are played every noon hour. At other times, the Westminster Chimes are rung every hour on the hour with a rung count of the specific hour. The bells ring from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm every day. The bells are Lambeth United Church’s gift to the Lambeth community. We hope you continue to enjoy them. The Holly Berry Bazaar This year’s bazaar will be held Saturday, November 15, from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. Lunch will be available for only $8. Please come and join the fun. Get your meat pies, do some Christmas shopping or get some home- made jam…or that book you’ve been looking for. Upstairs in the church, you will find the Attic Treasures where you can find items that you can repurpose. Join the crowd! And thank you to everyone for again making this year’s bazaar another tremendous success.
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Issue #99 November 2025 The 100% locally owned and produced Lambeth Villager is published ten times a year with thousands delivered free to area residences, set out at local venues, and posted online at www.villagerpublications.com Publisher: Barb Botten P.O. Box 134, Lambeth Station Ontario N6P 1P9 Barb@villagerpublications.com 519-282-7262 Managing Editor and Ad Sales: Gloria Rae Gloria@villagerpublications.com (519) 495-4564 Graphic Artist: Cathy Wood All articles by Gloria Rae unless indicated otherwise. We’d love to hear from you. Contact Gloria@villagerpublications.com Copyright @ 2015 Villager Publications. All rights reserved. This magazine or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the Publisher. Information presented has been compiled from sources believed to be accurate at the time of printing however the Publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
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Lambeth Doctor Awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal Candidates for the King Charles III Coronation Medal must have made a significant contribution to Canada or to a particular province, territory, region or community of Canada, or have made an outstanding achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada. “Dr. Cathy Faulds is a highly respected family physician, distinguished faculty member at Schulich Medical School, and clinical leader with expertise in palliative care,” explained Peggy Sattler, MPP for London West. “She has served in many leadership roles locally, provincially and nationally, including as founding member of the London Middlesex Primary Care Alliance, the current Chair of the Ontario Medical Association and past president of the Ontario College of Family Physicians, and past President of the College of Family Physicians of Canada. “I first met Dr. Faulds when she was running a family practice in Lambeth, and I reached out as MPP to learn more about primary care,” Sattler continued. “What is immediately evident in any conversation with Cathy is her deep commitment to primary care as the foundation of our health care system. She is a strong proponent of research-driven quality improvement, a firm advocate for team-based engagement and coordination, and a generous and dedicated mentor for her physician colleagues. What shines through most of all – and especially to her patients – is Cathy’s kindness, her compassion, and her empathy.” A graduate of Western University in 1986, Dr. Cathy Faulds received Certification in Family Medicine from the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) in 1989, and she became
Join us for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve Party filled with music, laughter and celebration! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2025 Doors open 7:30pm • DJ 8pm – 1am Late night pizza, door prizes, party favours LAMBETH LEGION a Fellow in 2004. She completed her Certificate of Added Competence in Palliative Care from the CFPC in 2016 and her American Board of Palliative and Hospice Medicine in 2010. Congratulations, Dr. Faulds. Peggy Sattler, MPP London West presents the King Charles III Coronation Medal to Dr. Cathy Faulds.
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519-661-2489, extension 4009 ahopkins@london.ca Anna Hopkins Ward 9 City Councillor Happy November – A Community Update from Councillor Hopkins
misinformation, and system gaps still create barriers for those seeking help. Despite these challenges, there is real momentum — and it’s vital we sustain it. Success depends on a strong, supported workforce, consistent investment in housing and services, and ongoing public trust. Advocacy for continued funding with our provincial and federal partners remains essential. Looking ahead, our Warming Centre capacity has increased to 200 beds/spaces, and committee has supported a new Micro- Modular Shelter Site at 1710 Wilton Grove Road. This site will provide 60 individual shelters, each with washrooms, fencing, and security, for up to two years. As always, I welcome your thoughts, questions, and feed- back. Please reach out at ahopkins@london.ca or visit www.annahopkins.ca to sign up for my newsletter. Take care of one another, Anna
As the leaves fall and the nights grow colder, the need to support our most vulnerable neighbours becomes even more visible. Homelessness and housing remain top priorities for this Council. Across Ontario, homelessness has increased by 25% since 2022 — including a 19% rise here in London. Tragically, 174 lives were lost to preventable deaths between January 2022 and June 2024. Recently, Council received an update on our Health and Homelessness Whole of Community System Response research and evaluation report. Here are some key highlights: • Progress: Since 2023, two Hubs have opened, serving over 100 individuals, with more than 40 successfully transitioned into housing. Reported deaths have decreased by 20%. • Community Generosity: The Fund for Change has grown to $37.6 million, with $22.2 million distributed to support highly supportive housing and 24/7 Hubs. • Challenges: We continue to face workforce strain, low wages, and high demand for supportive housing. Stigma,
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Remembrance Day Community Services Community Remembrance Day Service November 9th, 12 noon at the Lambeth Cenotaph 4328 Colonel Talbot Road. A Remembrance Day Service will be held at the Cenotaph on November 11th at 11:00 am. After the service, all are invited back to the Legion for a light lunch. Poppy distribution starts October 31st until November 11th. Boxes placed at businesses will be picked up November 12th and 13th.
Please Buy A Poppy by Miranda Kearns, Age 11 Submitted by the Lambeth Legion Please buy a Poppy to show that you care, For the men who have served both here and there Please buy a Poppy for all the men who’ve died For the wives who have lost, for the moms who have cried Please buy a Poppy for the friends that were lost
For the families that were broken, for the dreams that were tossed Please buy a Poppy for the soldiers that were hurt For the men who were saved and pulled from the dirt
Please buy a Poppy for the child with no Dad Even though, he was the best he ever had Please buy a Poppy for them being so brave For the crosses and flowers on many a grave Please buy a Poppy for the Veteran’s sad face For the awful memories, he can never erase Please buy a Poppy for the soldiers up above Give your respect, show your love. Please buy a Poppy, it’s not much to give Because of our Soldiers, in Peace we live.
Royal Canadian Legion Lambeth Branch 501 7097 Kilbourne Road, London 519-652-3412 www.branch501lambethlegion.ca Facebook – branch501lambethlegion.ca • Banquet Hall Rentals • Ladies Auxiliary Catering Available lambethbr501rentals@gmail.com “Everyone Always Welcome” November 2025 EVENTS Royal Canadian Legion Lambeth Branch 501 7097 Kilbourne Road, London 519-652-3412 www.branch501lambethlegion.ca Facebook – branch501lambethlegion.ca • Banquet Hall Rentals • Ladies Auxiliary Catering Available lambethbr501rentals@gmail.com “Everyone Always Welcome”
Lest We Forget Line Dancing 7-9 pm
Happenings “Attention Veterans” Buddy Check Coffee November 12 th & 26th. Operation Vet Build November 5 th & 19 th . For more info contact Derrick McClinchey 519.282.0802 Buddy Check Coffee November 12 th & 26th. Operation Vet Build November 5 th & 19 th . For more info contact Derrick McClinchey 519.282.0802 Happenings “Attention Veterans”
NEW LEGION HOURS Monday: 6 – 10 Tuesday: 6 – 10 Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 2 – 6 Friday: 2 – 9 Saturday: Noon – 6 Sunday: Closed Above hours subject to change for Planned Events NEW LEGION HOURS Monday: 6 – 10 Tuesday: 6 – 10 Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 2 – 6 Friday: 2 – 9 Saturday: Noon – 6 Sunday: Closed Above hours subject to change for Planned Events
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Wishing you all the best of the holidays. Keep smiling and we’ll see you all in 2022! 2335 Main Street, Lambeth 519 652 5221
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Be of good cheer All the best of the holidays and Happy New Year Sunday morning Worship at 10:30 am Christmas Services December 24 at 10:30 am and Candlelight Service at 7 pm
Wishing you all the best of the holidays. Keep smiling and we’ll see you all in 2026! 2335 Main Street, Lambeth 519 652 5221
Happiest of Holidays to all our Veterans, Members & Families from your Royal Canadian Lambeth Legion Have Yourself a Merr
Lambeth Rotarians wish everyone a very merry holiday season and health and happiness in the new year.
If you would like to know more about The London-Lambeth Rotary Club, please email: lambeth.rotaryclub@gmail.com. New members are always welcome.
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Wishing our community health & happiness this Holiday Season. Happy 2026! From all of us at Ashwood Manor
Sunday morning Worship at 10:30 am Celtic Choir Concert November 30 at 2:00 pm Candlelight and Nativity Service December 24 at 7:00 pm
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas! From all of us at the Lambeth Villager
Message from the Mayor by Mayor Josh Morgan mayor@london.ca 519-661-4920
We’re also keeping a close eye on neighbourhood infrastructure, such as roads, sidewalks, and parks, to ensure they’re safe and well-maintained for the cold. I’ve had the pleasure of attending several local events, busi- ness gatherings, and important community conferences re- cently, and I want to thank everyone for their engagement and questions during the Q&A sessions I’ve held. I continue to be inspired by the energy and ideas that residents share. From conversations about housing and safety to new parks and local improvements, your voices are the core of our work shaping London’s future. As we move toward the holiday season, I encourage everyone to take time to enjoy what makes this city great—our trails dressed in autumn colours, local markets full of seasonal favourites, and the warmth of community gatherings. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, happy, and peaceful November.
As the last leaves fall and we prepare to hang up our rakes and haul out the snow shovels, I want to take a moment to connect with you about what’s happening here at City Hall and across our great city. This time of year always reminds me of how much pride Londoners take in their communities. Whe-
ther it’s a neighbour helping with yard work, volunteers organizing food drives and local events, or families getting ready for the holiday season, it’s those acts of kindness that make London such a special place to call home. I want to give a special shout-out to everyone who participated in London Food Bank’s fall collection, which exceeded expectations and featured a $85,000 donation from a single donor. The way Londoners step up for each other is unlike any other city, and I’m grateful to everyone who gives freely of their time to make our city a better place. Over at City Hall, our mission is the same, and Council is busy preparing for the winter months ahead by ensuring our snow- clearing teams are ready to go and our most vulnerable residents have the support and shelter they need as temperatures drop.
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Easy Shortbread Cookies Just follow the directions to the letter and they’ll come out great! Ingredients In a bowl, add: 1 cup soft butter 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour sifted 1/2 cup icing sugar Directions Beat with electric mixer on medium for 10 minutes (a MUST!). Drop from teaspoon onto an ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 15 minutes at 350°F or just until the bottoms are lightly brown. When you take them out, let cool for 5 minutes, then using your thumb or a spoon, push down a small hole in centre of cookie like a thumbprint and add a teaspoon of your favourite berry jam or a half cherry. Let completely cool before placing in airtight container. These will freeze really well and keep for a long time. Best Soft Gingerbread (Not the hard tack stuff) Ingredients
Directions Mix and knead it till dry. Refrigerate overnight in wax paper. Roll out to about 1/2“ thickness and either use cookie cutters or cut into squares. Bake at 350°F only until lightly browned and it’s raised. Let cool completely before moving. Vanilla Kiffels Just a note that while these are really good, they are also a pain in the butt to make, so only make them when you are in a really good mood! Ingredients Mix together by hand 1¼ butter creamed 2 tbsp icing sugar 1 beaten egg yolk 1 cup finely ground almonds or pecans or walnuts 3½ cups of all-purpose flour sifted. Directions Take a teaspoonful at a time and form into balls (lazy way) or into crescents (1/2 moons), which is the old-world tradition. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet at 275°F for approximately 10 minutes or just until the bottoms are very lightly tanned (not even browned). Let cool before very lightly rolling in icing sugar to coat or sift it over the crescents until all sides are completely covered. They are delicate melt-in-your-mouth good, but can be a pain to make if you are not in your zone or mood for it.
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The History of the Royal Bank of Canada in Lambeth by Kathy Bayne for the Westminster Twp. Historical Society The Royal Bank opened in December 1912 in the West corner of the Queen Hotel, also known as the Junction Hotel and, in later years, the Longwoods Inn. This hotel stood where the Sunoco Station operated and is now being used as a car repair shop. In the year 1917, the bank office moved across the corner to Kelley’s store. Mr. Kelley was reportedly the bank’s best customer. Apparently, allegiances changed, and in 1921, the bank office relocated again to the newly renovated Longwoods Inn, where it remained until its own new building was completed in 1922. In 1920, the bank had purchased the lot at the corner of Colonel Talbot Road and Main Street. This had previously been part of the Lambeth Traction Line Railroad (1903 – 1918), which included a concrete building, a switching station, and a waiting room. Local resident Edna (Routledge) Crinklaw stated that she began working as a ledger keeper in the new bank building. There were many structural changes over the years. It was reported in the Lambeth News Star of 1967 that with every renovation, the building was literally torn down to the ground and rebuilt, with business continuing as usual. One day, the teller’s counter would be on one side, the next day on the other side. Staff and builders shuttled back and forth amid the dust and noise, carrying on with their everyday tasks. In 1991, a final impressive renovation was completed to mark the main corner at the crossroads of Lambeth. Copies of the book V illage at the Crossroads are available at the Heritage Room in the Lambeth Library. There was a 70th anniversary celebration at the bank branch in 1982 and yet another 125-year milestone celebration in 1994. By 2019, the Royal Bank was no longer in Lambeth. It was the end of any banking in Lambeth. Luckily, the Arbeau Sports Medicine Centre moved into this historic building in 2022 to continue the use of this remark- able landmark. Westminster Township HISTORICAL SOCIETY westminstertwphs.ca
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Dementia Could Happen to Anyone… Because Everyone Ages. The Facts Every day, people walk up to the counter with different concerns. Here are some of the most common ones we hear — and the answers. Can I take this with my other medications? This is one of the most frequent and important questions. Many people take prescriptions along with vitamins, herbal products, or over-the-counter remedies. Some combinations can reduce how well your medication works, while others can increase side effects. For example, ibuprofen can raise blood pressure or irritate the stomach, especially if you’re already on heart or blood thinner medications. Even natural products, like St. John’s Wort or ginseng, can interfere with prescriptions. That’s why it is always recommended to keep a complete, updated list of everything you take and share it with your pharmacist. We can check for interactions and suggest safer options when needed. Don’t assume that “natural” means risk-free or that over-the- counter products are automatically safe with prescriptions. A conversation with your pharmacist can prevent problems and give you peace of mind. Do I really need to finish all my antibiotics? Yes. Even if you feel better, stopping early can allow bacteria to survive and cause infection again—sometimes more resistant than before. What’s the difference between brand-name and generic drugs? Both have the same active ingredient and therefore the same safety and effectiveness. The main difference is usually price. What can I take for a cold? There’s no quick cure, but rest, fluids, and over-the-counter relief for symptoms can help. • Acetaminophen or ibuprofen can ease headache and muscle and joint pains. • Decongestants may relieve sinus pressure and a stuffy nose. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, or take other medi- cations, ask before using cold remedies. These products are not always safe for everyone. Are vaccines safe? Looking for a New Shed this Fall? Many of us often experience forgetfulness. We may forget where we put the car keys or repeat the same story to a friend or family member. These behaviours are usually caused by the information overload of our busy, stressful lives – it doesn’t mean that we’re developing dementia. As people age, they may experience memory changes such as slowing of information processing. This type of change is normal and doesn’t interfere with day-to-day functioning. By contrast, dementia is disabling and not a normal part of aging. Although dementia often presents itself differently from person to per- son, common symptoms include: gradual loss of memory of recent events and lack of ability to learn new things increasing tendency to repeat oneself, misplacing objects, becoming confused and lost in familiar places slow disintegration of judgment and reasoning abilities Yes. Vaccines undergo rigorous testing and continue to be monitored for safety. They remain one of the best ways to Dementia is not a specific disease, but a general term that describes a gradual decline of mental ability that affects your intellectual and social skills to the point where daily life becomes difficult. Dementia can affect your memory, language skills and decision-making ability; impair your judgment and make you feel disoriented; and it may also affect your personality. Dementia can be caused by many diseases that affect the brain. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Others in- clude vascular, Lewy body, frontotemporal and mixed dementia. Types of dementia differ based on underlying causes and can affect specific symptoms and how it progresses. Symptoms and Complications
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Page 12 Lambeth Villager • November 2025 Treatment of dementia may depend on the specific cause. Treatment of Alzheimer’s disease usually involves treating the declining memory and gradually worsening behavioural symptoms with a range of medications To be diagnosed with dementia, the symptoms must be severe enough to affect a person’s independence and their ability to perform everyday activities. Symptoms of dementia can vary depending on the cause. For example, people with Lewy body dementia often have long-lasting visual hallu- cinations. Some forms of dementia also tend to affect people younger than others and progress faster. Treatment and Prevention Dementia is not a specific disease, but a general term that describes a gradual decline of mental ability that affects your intellectual and social skills to the point where daily life becomes difficult. Dementia can affect your memory, language skills and decision-making ability; impair your judgment and make you feel disoriented; and it may also affect your personality. Dementia can be caused by many diseases that affect the brain. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Others in- clude vascular, Lewy body, frontotemporal and mixed dementia. Types of dementia differ based on underlying causes and can affect specific symptoms and how it progresses. Symptoms and Complications Many of us often experience forgetfulness. We may forget where we put the car keys or repeat the same story to a friend or family member. These behaviours are usually caused by the information overload of our busy, stressful lives – it doesn’t mean that we’re developing dementia. As people age, they may experience memory changes such as slowing of information processing. This type of change is normal and doesn’t interfere with day-to-day functioning. By contrast, dementia is disabling and not a normal part of aging. Although dementia often presents itself differently from person to per- son, common symptoms include: gradual loss of memory of recent events and lack of ability to learn new things increasing tendency to repeat oneself, misplacing objects, becoming confused and lost in familiar places slow disintegration of judgment and reasoning abilities increasing irritability, anxiety, depression, confusion, and restlessness increasing communication and language difficulties (forgetting words or substituting incorrect words) changes in personality, behaviour, or mood decreasing ability to focus and pay attention inability to plan and carry out tasks that require multiple steps (e.g. pay - ing bills). Since 1974 10055 Carter Rd. Symptoms of dementia can vary depending on the cause. For example, people with Lewy body dementia often have long-lasting visual hallu- cinations. Some forms of dementia also tend to affect people younger than others and progress faster. Treatment and Prevention Let us make the Custom Made, Locally Built Shed Your Back Yard Deserves! Hand Crafted – Custom Built Mini Barns • Work Sheds • Play Houses Pool Change Rooms To be diagnosed with dementia, the symptoms must be severe enough to affect a person’s independence and their ability to perform everyday activities. increasing irritability, anxiety, depression, confusion, and restlessness increasing communication and language difficulties (forgetting words or substituting incorrect words) changes in personality, behaviour, or mood decreasing ability to focus and pay attention inability to plan and carry out tasks that require multiple steps (e.g. pay - ing bills). HEALTH & WELLNESS by Peter Semchism Dementia Could Happen to Anyone… Because Everyone Ages. The Facts Peter Semchism
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There is no treatment that can “cure” Alzheimer’s diseas medication that can halt or reverse the brain damage cau ever, there are medications that can relieve symptoms the progression of the disease. Medications such as d astigmine, and galantamine may be used to slow down Prevention of stroke is important for vascular dementia. I blood pressure or cholesterol, transient ischemic attacks had a stroke, you should seek continued treatment for th to prevent future strokes. The key to caring for and helping people with dementia is many activities the person can still do safely. Encourage dementia to continue daily routines and maintain social r much as possible. Help them maintain a healthy lifestyle cise, proper nutrition, and fluid intake. Special diets an are generally unnecessary. If you are caring for someone with dementia, the followin ful: reminders: Provide written lists of things to do including and phone numbers to help the person complete the tas structure and stability: Minimize undue noise and distu duce anxiety. establish routines: Daily and bedtime routines can reduc and anxiety. speaking slowly and calmly: Present one thought or i time. information card: Reduce the risk of wandering and gett viding a pocket card with the person’s name, address, a ber. safety: Make your home environment as safe as possi furniture in the same place, removing clutter, installing cine cabinets, and setting the water heater at a low tempe scalding. driving: Don’t allow someone with dementia to drive a them or arrange for rides wherever they need to go. Caring for someone with dementia can be difficult. It r standing, patience, and compassion. Joining an Alzhe caregiver’s support group in your community may be he Be prepared for the eventuality that your loved one’s con riorate over time and additional full-time personal care m In some situations, placement in a nursing home is in th of the individual and their family. Peter Semchism is a Pharmacist at Greenhills Pharmac Jetter Services
To advertise here, please contact Gloria@villagerpublications.com Caring for someone with dementia can be difficult. It requires under - standing, patience, and compassion. Joining an Alzheimer’s disease caregiver’s support group in your community may be helpful. information card: Reduce the risk of wandering and getting lost by pro- viding a pocket card with the person’s name, address, and phone num- ber. safety: Make your home environment as safe as possible by keeping furniture in the same place, removing clutter, installing locks on medi- cine cabinets, and setting the water heater at a low temperature to avoid scalding. driving: Don’t allow someone with dementia to drive a vehicle. Drive them or arrange for rides wherever they need to go. Servicing Elgin County & All Surrounding Areas Septic Tank Pumping Holding Tanks, Catch Basins, Car Washes, Liquid Waste, Grease Traps The key to caring for and helping people with dementia is to focus on the many activities the person can still do safely. Encourage a person with dementia to continue daily routines and maintain social relationships as much as possible. Help them maintain a healthy lifestyle through exer- cise, proper nutrition, and fluid intake. Special diets and supplements are generally unnecessary. If you are caring for someone with dementia, the following may be help- ful: reminders: Provide written lists of things to do including times, places, and phone numbers to help the person complete the task. structure and stability: Minimize undue noise and disturbances to re- duce anxiety. establish routines: Daily and bedtime routines can reduce disorientation and anxiety. speaking slowly and calmly: Present one thought or instruction at a time. SEPTIC TANK PUMPING There is no treatment that can “cure” Alzheimer’s disease, nor are there medication that can halt or reverse the brain damage caused by it. How- ever, there are medications that can relieve symptoms and slow down the progression of the disease. Medications such as donepezil*, riv- astigmine, and galantamine may be used to slow down memory loss. Prevention of stroke is important for vascular dementia. If you have high blood pressure or cholesterol, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), or have had a stroke, you should seek continued treatment for these conditions to prevent future strokes. Be prepared for the eventuality that your loved one’s condition will dete- riorate over time and additional full-time personal care may be needed. In some situations, placement in a nursing home is in the best interests of the individual and their family.
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