Do you know a family member or friend who is seeking assistance with housework, personal care, transport, gardening, dementia care or wants to know more about residential aged care?
To share word of our services Jubilee will host a free information session about accessing Government-subsidised aged care services.
The forums will be held:
• December 14 at Sherwood Football Club, 41 Chelmer Street East, Chelmer, at 10.30am;
• January 18 at Jindalee Bowls Club, cnr Sinnamon and Yallambee roads, Jindalee, at 10.30am.
People interested in attending can phone Jubilee Community Care to book a place on 3871 3220.
Jubilee client Barry Beale has been made a life member of the Queensland Society of Model and Experimental Engineers. Society members share a common interest in making engineering models, including steam locomotives. Congratulations Barry.
Commemorations surrounding the 20th anniversary of Princess Diana’s death bought back fond memories for one Jubilee Client Support Co-ordinator.
Lorraine Kiss, pictured in her nurse’s uniform, was a young nurse at a small community hospital in Derbyshire when the Princess visited in April 1992.
“There was lots of excitement and the patients dressed in their best outfits,” Lorraine recalled. “We had tea and cakes and Princess Diana talked about her boys. “Diana was tall, beautiful and very calm, she took her time talking to the patients.”
Summer days are always tough to manage and are getting worse each year. So, here are a few tips on how to beat the heat.
1. Drink plenty of water. Drinking water keeps your body hydrated. Limit your alcohol consumption as it reduces your body’s capacity to retain water. Always carry a water bottle with you. 2. Avoid eating hot and spicy foods. Eating these foods in hot weather makes you sweat and can cause stomach upsets. 3. Wear comfortable clothing, especially cotton which keeps the body cool and absorbs sweat. Avoid wearing satin and polyester clothing. 4. Exercise in moderation comfortably, do not overwork. 5. Keep cool by relaxing at the pool, beach and water parks. 6. Avoid direct sunlight from 10am-3pm and stay indoors as much possible. 7. Always carry an umbrella and a hat with you. Avoid direct sun which may burn skin, cause sun stroke and skin cancer. 8. Visit shopping centres, libraries, theatres, indoor pools, restaurants, and coffee shops often. This keeps you engaged and can even reduce your electricity bills. 9. Cool your car down using the air conditioning. 10. Make sure fans, air conditioners and coolers are in good working condition to use. Keep your windows, shutters and doors open. 11. Stock up your fridge with the variety of fruits such as watermelon, rock melon and citrus fruits. You can mix the fruits together to make a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink. 12. Wear comfortable shoes. Avoid walking with bare foot. 13. Shower twice a day. This is the easiest way to keep you cool and feel refreshed instantly. Stay clean to avoid any infection.
Signs of dehydration:
• Be thirsty or have a dry mouth, lips or tongue;
• Have a headache or be dizzy or light-headed;
• Have dark urine and not so much of it;
• Severe dehydration can cause extreme thirst, fast breathing and/or heart rate, low blood pressure, fever, little or no urine, confusion.
STAY SAFE DURING THE STORM SEASON
A hot summer also means storms. Protect your property and yourself by carrying out these simple steps provided by the Queensland SES.
1. Create a home emergency kit. Containing important documents in sealed bags or on a USB; a torch; sturdy gloves; fresh water for three days; toiletries; waterproof bags; a portable radio; three days of non-perishable food and can opener; essential medication; first-aid kit; and spare batteries for radio, torch and mobile phone. 2. Prepare your home. Keep your roof in good condition; keep gutters and downpipes clear; trim trees and overhanging branches; ensure your car, home and contents insurance is adequate and current; secure loose items around your property; and learn how to safely turn off your power, water and gas. 3. Tune in. Listen to your local radio and TV stations for storm warnings and weather updates.
White Christmas is a quintessential Australian dessert, a favourite over the festive season. It is quick and easy to make – perhaps even an activity you can do with the grandchildren.
Ingredients (serves 10):
• 3 cups rice bubbles.
• 1 cup desiccated coconut.
• 1 cup powdered milk.
• 1 cup mixed fruit.
• 3/4 cup icing sugar, sifted.
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence.
• 225g copha
Directions:
• Mix rice bubbles, coconut, powdered milk, fruit, sugar and
essence in a bowl.
• Melt copha then add to the mixture; stir well.
• Put mixture into a baking tray and place in fridge until set.
• Cut into single-serve pieces and store in an air-tight container.
