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Adventure? Kickstart your life during Active Aging Week What’s your
A journey of 1,000 miles begins with a single step — so does a journey of one mile. Take a step in a new direction and embark on your own personal journey during Active Aging Week Sept. 27 - Oct. 3. T he Active Living Coalition for Older Adults in Manitoba (ALCOA-MB) is once again partnering with the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) to encourage older adults to participate. Building on the success of last year’s theme, Let the Adventure Begin, the 2015 Active Aging Week theme is Live Your Adventure. ALCOA-MB is also building on the success of its 2014 Active Aging Adventure Contest with an invitation to share more of your stories this year. ALCOA-MB executive director Jim Evanchuk says the contest is just one way to encourage older adults to break out of the everyday routine and try something different, or resume a pleasurable activity you haven’t participated in for a while. “We’re not just asking the people who are climbing Mount Everest to send in their stories, because a person’s Mount Everest could be they made it to their mailbox,” he says. “There are all kinds of adventures — if people give themselves permission to be a beginner again, good things can happen.” Last year, Eleanor Dorst shared the story of how she started walking one day and just kept on going. Instead of waiting for a bus, she set out on a four-hour trek from downtown to Fort Richmond, a trip she now makes in half the time. Another adventurer went fishing for the first time in 50 years, and a few decided to pursue music and other
arts. Retired registered nurse Anne Blair explained how she was enjoying all the benefits that being fit and healthy can bring. At 77, she counted a balloon ride, skydiving and volunteering among her post-retirement adventures, along with travel — including a trip to Las Vegas, during which a male stripper in the Thunder from Down Under show danced on her table. As the organizing body for the Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries 55+ Games, ALCOA-MB encourages everyone who is 55 and older to participate when Brandon hosts the Games in June 2016, as a competitor, spectator or volunteer. Wherever your adventure takes you, don’t travel alone. Lend your talents to a volunteer organization, learn something new in a continuing education class, or join in group activities at a recreation or fitness club. Evanchuk is a member of the National Seniors Council (NSC), which is looking at ways to address social isolation among Canadian seniors. Older adults who experience social isolation are at greater risk of developing depression, alcoholism and social anxiety, and there’s evidence of a connection between isolation and physical health. “That is a huge issue across our country — older adults just kind of slipping out of the networks and connections and disengaging, sometimes suddenly, sometimes not so suddenly,” Evanchuk says. Active Aging Week is a good time to connect with your peers, become engaged in activities that promote health and wellness and become a more active participant in the community. ALCOA-MB urges all community and government organizations, sports and recreation groups to create opportunities for older adults — and it invites mature Manitobans to take full advantage of those opportunities. Make 2015 the year you Live Your Adventure. ●
Cory Juan (above) and Richard Ritchie enjoy working out at the Wellness Institute, and Cory founded the Active Living Seven Oaks (ALSO) exercise program for seniors. Photos by Darin Kachanoski
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The Active Living Coalition for Older Adults in Manitoba (ALCOA- MB) is looking for Mature Beginners — older Manitobans who know it’s never too late to try something new. ALCOA-MB wants to collect your Active Aging Adventure stories. Tell us about your new or renewed experiences during Active Aging Week Sept. 27- Oct. 3 or throughout Seniors’ and Elders’ Month in October to be eligible for great prizes — urban poles, pickleball paddles, custom cribbage boards, gift certificates and more. The Active Aging Adventure Contest is open to all Manitobans who are 55 years of age or older. Take the opportunity to explore and try something you have not tried before or that you have not done in quite some time. Then tell your story and share your adventure. ALCOA-MB will compile all the stories in an Active Aging Adventure List and post them on the ALCOA-MB website. No matter where you live and no matter how long you have lived, you have many adventures still ahead! Be adventurous! Allow yourself to be a beginner! Nobody starts off being excellent at anything — so whatever you do, give it a chance for success! Write about your Active Aging Adventure, using the following questions as a guide: What did you try? What inspired you to try it? How did it make you feel? Are you going to try it again? Would you encourage others of your age and ability to try this experience? What opportunities for older adults would you like to see more of in your community? Active Aging Adventure Contest Rules 1. All entries must be handwritten (in legible writing) or typed and postmarked no later than Oct. 31, 2015. Enter as many adventures as you like. Winners will be notified by January 2016. 2. All participants must be 55 years of age or older by Oct. 31, 2015 with their primary residence being in Manitoba. 3. Each Active Aging Adventure story is to be a maximum of 1,000 words. All entries will be reviewed by an ALCOA-MB committee comprised of older Manitobans. We will post the prize-winning entries on the ALCOA-MB website and will endeavour to include every entry we receive.
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At one time, Peter Pauls worked 55 hours a week, never having time to exercise. T hat lifestyle changed several years ago when Pauls’ brother convinced him to join the Wellness Institute at Seven Oaks General Hospital. While Pauls doesn’t enjoy regular gym workouts, he discovered a love for pickleball, which he credits with keeping him fit and healthy. Now 66, Pauls still holds a job to keep busy, but he also plays pickleball up to six times a week, for two hours at a time — and loves it. “I am in better physical shape today than I was at 40,” he says. During Active Aging Day at the Wellness Institute — set for Sept. 29 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Pauls and five other inspiring Active Aging Ambassadors will be sharing their stories about keeping healthy as they grow older. The free annual event promotes the benefits of leading healthy and active lifestyles as we age. Staying physically active greatly reduces many of the health issues associated with aging, such as high blood pressure, chronic pain and stiff joints, while maintaining a social network keeps your mind sharp and your spirits high. Ashley Derlago, Health Education and Lifestyle coordinator at the Wellness Institute, says Active Aging Day debuted in 2006, after staff at the Active Living Coalition for Older Adults in Manitoba (ALCOA-MB), which has offices in the Wellness Institute, came up Active Aging Day Wellness Institute offers information & inspiration By Kathryne Cardwell
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Active Aging Ambassador Peter Pauls thought pickleball was a “wussy” sport when he was first introduced to the game. Now he’s hooked — and fit as a fiddle. He plays pickleball up to six times a week at the Wellness Institute. Photos by Darin Kachanoski
with the idea of showcasing the facility’s resources and supports for older adults. The event attracts about 400 visitors, who find a wealth of information about staying fit physically, mentally and emotionally as they age. “It’s never too early to start thinking about your future and what kind of life you want to lead as you age,” says Derlago. “I just want to encourage older adults to embrace well-being and adopt it into their lifestyles.” Active Aging Day is free, though guests are asked to register. Guests planning to attend the opening keynote presentation at 9 a.m. should register early, as it always fills to capacity. Starting at 10 a.m., explore the Exhibit, Testing and Active areas. Pick up a Passport to Active Aging in the entrance lobby and get it stamped for a chance to win prizes. Approximately 30 organizations provide information on nutrition, fitness and health. Many booths provide on-the-spot health screenings, checking vision, blood pressure, balance and cognitive abilities. Some go even further — the University of Manitoba’s booth checks your multi-tasking abilities by having you perform simple tasks during a walk on a treadmill, while the osteoporosis awareness booth fits guests with a brace so they can experience the feel of the disease. Guests can break a sweat by taking part in stretch breaks, sampling spinning and yoga classes and taking in ALCOA-MB exercise demonstrations.
And since wellness involves more than exercising and eating well, exhibitors also provide information about volunteer opportunities and social groups. As well, the band Howling Coyotes will be performing alongside the farmers’ market, a regular event at the institute. The Active Aging Ambassador program began in 2012, with community members nominating individuals committed to active living, and it is one of the most popular parts of the event. Derlago says many guests feel more comfortable taking advice from a peer than from someone more official. “They’ve been a great addition, really adding an inspiring level to the event,” Derlago says. “They’re almost like celebs!” Two of this year’s ambassadors are a husband and wife in their 80s, and their commitment to fitness would inspire anyone. Alicia and Roy Read have been working out at the Wellness Institute for many years and they praise the range of activities and the warmth of their peers. “It’s a very welcoming gym. There’s something for everyone,” says Alicia. Ambassador Richard Ritchie, 71, agrees that one of the institute’s strengths is in its wonderful group of members. He plans to encourage people to keep busy even if they aren’t into the gym. “I haven’t changed that much, but my age has,” says Ritchie, who exercises at the Wellness Institute six days a week. “I still can do pretty much what I want to do.” ●
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Alicia Read Alicia and her husband Roy joined the Wellness Institute in 1999. She enjoys the friendly faces she sees here and the good feeling she has after a visit. You will find Alicia walking, doing free weights and stretching. She is a frequent participant in our annual Commit to Get Fit Walk/Run and has also participated in yoga classes. In her spare time you will find her out for a leisurely walk or gardening. Alicia believes in keeping her mind fit as well. She loves playing Solitaire on her tablet and watching Jeopardy!, and she may
John Triggs At the age of 35, John joined FitStop, which encouraged individuals to quit smoking and start running — and that’s exactly what he did. An avid runner, John joined the Wellness Institute eight years ago. He loves that people know him by name and says it’s a great way to start the day six mornings a week. His routine involves running, using the weight machines and spinning. John takes his two dogs, Miko and Milo, for walks two or three times per day. He also enjoys watching football, boxing, gardening and travelling. Healthy eating is important to John and his wife and they often take turns cooking. John’s Active Aging Advice: “Keep Moving.” Peter Pauls Peter Pauls joined the Wellness Institute as a result of pressure from his younger brother, also a member, to get into shape! Almost seven year later, he enjoys the sense of community and plays pickleball here up to six times per week. At first, he thought pickleball was a “wussy” sport, but now he can’t get enough of it. In his spare time Peter and his wife love to cook, entertain and make wine. He served over 25 years with Variety Children’s Charity on the Board and continues to volunteer his time.
read up to three books a week in winter. Alicia and Roy encourage each other, and they’re also motivated by the friends they met through the Wellness Institute. Alicia’s Active Aging Advice: “Take care of yourself and watch what you eat.”
Roy Read Roy, 83, has always been active, playing lacrosse, cricket, and participating in track and field. At the Wellness Institute he participates in TRX classes, bike interval training, walking laps, stretching and strengthening exercises. At the age of 76, Roy was a participant in the first Fitter Firmer Faster Weight Loss Challenge. His group took first place and they formed a social group which includes his wife, Alicia. Roy says the social component is just as important as physical fitness. As a volunteer peer leader of the Get Better Together program, he says it’s rewarding to see people make positive changes to their lives. Roy’s Active Aging Advice: “Live life to the fullest. Keep moving.” Cory Juan Cory Juan is the founder of Active Living Seven Oaks (ALSO), a guided exercise program for seniors held three days a week at Garden City Shopping Centre. It was launched in 2013 with a partnership between Garden City Shopping Centre, the Seven Oaks School Division, which has integrated students into ALSO, and the Active Living Coalition for Older Adults in Manitoba (ALCOA-MB). Cory enjoys aerobics, yoga and biking, and she power walks every morning while listening to music. You might even catch her singing a tune or two. Cory also enjoys Scrabble, Sudoku, crocheting, writing poetry, playing cards and socializing with her husband and friends. Cory’s Active Aging Advice: “Keep on laughing. Live, love, laugh! Spend time with family and stay positive. There is always a light at the end of the tunnel.”
Peter’s Active Aging Advice: “You need to keep moving, otherwise you will become a miserable old fart.”
Richard Ritchie Richard has been a member at the Wellness Institute since it opened and says he “can’t leave the place.” When he was younger, Richard says he “got fat” and couldn’t even run a mile. He decided to start running and set a goal to run a mile a day for a year. Richard didn’t succeed his first year, but he met his goal the second time around. He has also completed a few full marathons and 20-30 half marathons.
His routine at the institute includes 30-45 minutes of cardio, weights and stretching. Richard married his high school sweetheart and they have been married for 48 years. Richard’s Active Aging Advice: “There is no secret, just do it every day, be consistent.”
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to work,” he explains. “Men can become lonely or depressed.” Many seniors centres and programs have a much higher percentage of women, which may discourage men from participating, says Mackie. “Older men like to do things with other older men. They like their independence,” he says. “Besides, as the baby boomers retire, they’re not joining seniors centres. They think seniors centres are for old people.” Members are often referred to MenSheds by daughters and wives who’ve noticed they seem to have given up on life. “It’s not unusual for a daughter who’s always seen her father be active get concerned when he starts sitting at home and watching TV,” Mackie says. “Our referrals come from the women who see these men. Men need to know they’re not alone.” The MenSheds door is always open to new members. To learn more, visit www.menshedsmanitoba.ca or call 204-804-5165. ● Men 67 and older have the highest rate of suicide in Canada. A man’s self worth often diminishes when he retires."
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2015 Active Aging Week Seniors’ and Elders’ Month Events Live Your Adventure! During Active Aging Week, the Active Living Coalition for Older Adults in Manitoba (ALCOA-MB), an official champion of “Changing the Way We Age,” encourages you to explore healthy options and try something new. Here are some of the events you’re invited to participate in during Active Aging Week and Seniors’ and Elders’ Month. Visit www.alcoamb.org for more information.
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Reh-Fit Centre 1390 Taylor Ave., Winnipeg Community Open House: Saturday, Sept. 26 & Sunday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Learn about effective ways to lead a healthier, more active life at any age. The Reh-Fit Centre offers a variety of classes, health screening and prevention clinics, and educational workshops throughout the year. Call 204-488-8023 or visit www.reh-fit.com
Outdoor exercise equipment launch:
Thursday, Oct. 1 at 11 a.m. Launching and demonstrating new outdoor exercise equipment along Crescent Lake, at the corner of River Road South and Crescent Avenue East. A light, healthy snack is included. Contact Shelley Caskey at 204-239-6312 or email: psfsed@shaw.ca Rady Jewish Community Centre 123 Doncaster St., Winnipeg. Tai Chi for Active Aging: Thursday, Oct. 1 at 11 a.m. - PACE (People with Arthritis Can Exercise): Monday, Oct. 5 at 2 p.m. Events take place in the Adult Lounge Room. Previous registration is mandatory. Contact Claudia Chernitsky, Active Living Coordinator, at 204-477-7459 or email: cchernitsky@radyjcc.com
Seniors and Elders Day Celebration RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg, 375 York Ave.
Seven Oaks Wellness Institute 1057 Leila Ave., Winnipeg Active Aging Day: Tuesday, Sept. 29 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pick up a Passport to Active Aging in the entrance lobby when you sign in. The passport is your guide to the Active Aging Open House and provides special event offers and a chance to win prizes. Register early for the opening keynote Stand Up for Your Health, with Dr. Shaelyn Strachan at 9 a.m. Starting at 10 a.m., enjoy interactive booths showcasing services, tools, information and organizations available to help you lead a more active life as you age. The Active Area will feature Wellness Instructor Murray Chimilar with his popular low-impact spin classes, plus a new Yoga for Seniors class. ALCOA- MB will be demonstrating exercises and
25th International Day of Older Persons – Celebrate, Participate : Friday, Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy entertainment from Vocal Point (Senior Idol 2015), Aboriginal Seniors Resource Centre Singers, Ray St. Germain, Denise and Georges Perron, along with an ALCOA-MB activity break at 11 a.m., plus lunch and information booths at 11:45 a.m., closing ceremonies and a prize draw. Admission is free. Call 204-945-6565 or 1-800-665-6565, email: seniors@gov.mb.ca or visit www.seniors.comnet.ca
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Icelandic River Trail Walk: Monday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. Join us at the Riverton Walking Trail.
Water and light snack provided. Medical staff onsite for safety. Contact Melanie Melsted at 204-378-2610 or email: bradmel@lakenet.ca
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Wellness Consultants will hold 15-minute stretch breaks throughout the event. Contact: Ashley Derlago, Health Education and Lifestyle Coordinator. Phone: 204-632-3909 or email: aderlago@sogh.mb.ca
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Finding Time for Healthy Eating: Monday, Sept. 28 from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Join our registered dietitian to discover tips for grocery shopping, meal preparation, portion control and more. FREE Exploring Wellness Drumming: Monday, Oct. 5 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Drumming has long been used for therapy and community building. Evidence suggests it can stimulate the immune system and reduce stress. You don’t have to be “musical” to play along and enjoy feeling these powerful rhythms. $15 Mind & Body Relaxation: Thursday, Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Learn to let go of stress with an introduction to relaxation techniques including Deep Breathing, Progressive Muscle and Imagery. $15 Bone Matters: Monday, Oct. 19 - Nov. 23 from 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. An education and exercise program for individuals with, or at risk of, osteoporosis. $75
As a child, you probably didn’t relish the thought of going to school every day. How things change. After retirement, mature students look forward to expanding their knowledge — and their social circles — in adult education classes focusing on everything from computer literacy to history, arts and philosophy. T he University of Winnipeg’s 55+ program offers courses on a variety of topics, including popular music, 1920s Winnipeg and criminal and civil court cases. Visit http://pace. uwinnipegcourses.ca/55-plus-program to find a course that appeals to you, and chances are you’ll meet new friends who share your interests. Creative Retirement Manitoba (CRM) offers a full range of classes covering everything from literature for fans of Sherlock Holmes and Jane Austen to yoga and meditation, economics and how to build a Facebook page. You can join a CRM club — everything from book clubs to photography, science and computer clubs — and there are several special interest classes offered throughout the year. You might become an expert on Chinese tea or learn to read tea leaves, or you may want to do something completely different and spend Monday mornings in November taking part in the Monty Python Film Festival. Check out all the Creative Retirement opportunities online at www.crm.mb.ca, or drop by to pick up a brochure. The new CRM location at 1075 Portage Ave. , has free parking at the rear.
If you’d like to spend more time communing with nature, check out programs developed specifically for seniors at FortWhyte Alive. Programs at the urban nature sanctuary include Active Living Tuesdays, which offer low-impact seasonal activities such as paddling and cycling. Learn about archery on Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. or discover Kubb — a lawn bowling-type game that’s been described as “Viking chess” — on Nov. 10 at 10 a.m. Visit www.fortwhyte.org to learn more. The opportunities to engage more fully in the community are almost endless. The Canadian Museum for Human Rights has become a popular spot for some seniors who enjoy walking indoors and exploring the range of exhibits at their leisure. See www. humanrights.ca for membership information. You might want to form your own walking club, organize a cooking or art class, join a square dancing group or learn to play an instrument. The Active Living Coalition for Older Adults in Manitoba (ALCOA-MB) offers an online resource package for individuals and organizations who’d like to plan activities such as golf, bocce ball or cribbage tournaments during Active Aging Week, Seniors’ and Elders’ Month or any time throughout the year. Visit the ALCOA-MB website at www. alcoamb.org for information about ongoing active-living programs, the Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries 55+ Games and more events. ●
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• SafetyAid: Crime Prevention for Older Manitobans • This Full House – addresses Hoarding Disorder SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT • Senior Centre Without Walls • Connect Program • Entry Program for Older Adult Immigrants COUNSELLING SERVICES • Counselling • Information & Referral •Intake •Housing • Legal Clinics Providing innovative programs and services to older adults since 1957 CONTACT INFORMATION: A & O: Support Services for Older Adults 200-280 Smith St. Winnipeg, MB. R3C1K2 Phone: (204) 956-6440 Toll-free: 1-888-333-3121 Fax: (204) 946-5667
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September 27 - October 3, 2015 Active Aging Week 15
The Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines recommend that Canadians get 150 minutes (2 ½ hours) each week of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity, such as brisk walking, in bouts of 10 minutes or more. Unfortunately only 5% of Canadian adults meet these activity guidelines on a regular basis, and sedentary behaviour is known to be linked to mortality. For example, people who watch no television can expect to live 4.8 years longer than those who spend a lifetime average of six hours per day watching TV. If that’s not enough incentive to get active, consider this – regular physical activity at the correct intensity: Why get active? • Lowers the risk of stroke • Reduces the incidence of diabetes • Reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease • Reduces the incidence of high blood pressure • Can reduce the risk of certain types of cancer • Can reduce the risk of developing of Alzheimer’s disease • Can decrease depression
Whatever activity you choose to keep yourself active will go a long way in helping to prevent disease.
Are you a part of the wave that wants to live in the community? Do you want to remain active in your own home well into retirement? The Independent Living Resource Centre (ILRC) can show you how. Today’s seniors and persons with disabilities are looking for new ways to remain in their homes. With the new “ILRC as Agent Option” through the Self and Family Managed Care program (WRHA), people are realizing that Independent Living within your chosen community can be achieved safely and effectively. Call now and find out more. Because Independent Living means more than just personal care - it’s about building the communities of tomorrow, today .
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In a world where big business can often be cold and impersonal, Richard and Louise Wojcik still believe in family. That means at Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel you are treated as family by staff who maintain a tradition of providing old fashioned and personalized funeral services. They are one of the few family owned funeral chapels left in Winnipeg. “Most of Winnipeg’s funeral homes are now owned by large corporations whose loyalties belong to their shareholders,” explains Wojcik’s President, Richard Wojcik. His vision is to offer families a better, more intimate alternative. Wojcik who was born and raised in Beausejour, began his career in funeral service at the age of 12 – washing cars, cutting grass and answering phones. After graduation he undertook a two-year apprenticeship from the Western School of Mortuary Practice in Winnipeg. He then spent the next 11 years employed in various funeral chapels honing his skills. While in Beausejour, Wojcik was a Firefighter with the Beausejour Brokenhead Fire Department and also a member of the Beausejour Ambulance Service. Throughout Wojcik’s almost 33 years of dedication to his profession, he had been employed at a number of this province’s well-known funeral establishments. Beginning his career at Russell’s Funeral Home and Sobering Funeral Chapel in Beausejour, Wojcik’s Winnipeg experience has included both international corporations and privately owned funeral homes - all prior to opening his own business. October 13, 1998 - Opened first Chapel at 2157 Portage Avenue @ Sharp Blvd August 16, 2003 - Opened own Crematorium at Headingley, Manitoba April 1, 2008 - Opened 2nd Chapel at 1020 Main Street @ Manitoba Avenue “We offer assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” he says. “We provide a service for all faiths and any beliefs, at any place of worship and cemetery in Winnipeg and rural Manitoba.” Wojcik’s encourages people to compare prices and services so they can make an informed decision. They usually find that the smaller, privately owned funeral chapels offer a more personal service at a better price. There is no cost or obligation associated with a consultation.
People should also be aware that they are not obliged to use the funeral chapel located in the cemetery they are using. They are free to choose the company they feel most comfortable with. Even prearranged funeral plans can be cancelled or transferred to the funeral chapel of their choice. Wojcik’s Licensed Funeral Directors are professional, honest and sincere. They are all paid by salary as opposed to commissioned sales people who are under pressure to make sales. This kind of compassionate service is important when you think about all the decisions that have to be considered including arranging for a clergy, soloist, floral arrangements, catering, locations and the details of the service. All this at a time when families are very emotional and are faced with making all the arrangements within just a few days. “One call can take care of all the arrangements,” says Wojcik. “Most people are not in a good frame of mind to be making so many difficult decisions. Our goal is to help them through the process and make it as easy as possible.” Wojcik suggests it can be helpful to bring someone along who is not as emotionally attached to the situation. Someone who can offer their support and guidance. If you can, it is definitely a good idea to make your funeral arrangements ahead of time. It means you will get the kind of service you want and makes it much easier for your family because they don’t have to struggle with the details at such a difficult time.
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