Sign language used to communicate with Benjamin continued from p.40 help burp his little sister. Benjamin is also into animals and music and loves horses. "His animal sounds are the best," laughed Jen, adding that there are not as many hurdles to overcome, as one might expect there to be with a child with Down syndrome. The parents find their biggest challenge is Benjamin's speech. Still, there are of hurdles that other parents don't have to wrestle with. "It takes longer to learn than a typical kid who would learn on his own," she said, "but for the most part, they lead a pretty typical life." In Benjamin's case, Jen and Mark use sign language to communicate. His bright eyes and big smile are even easier to understand. For more information on the walk or the group's activites, go to: www.haltongo21.ca or www.haltondownsyndrome.com. 41 | Thursday, June 16, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Are you sick And tired of being sick And tired? Wellness and Corrective Care for All Ages · Early morning and late evening appointments · Special interest for caring for infants and children available. · Pregnancy care · Advanced computerized scans for spinal nerve stress · X-ray facilities on-site We've helped people suffering from: Low back and neck pain, headaches, fibromyalgia, digestive disorders, breathing problems, osteoarthritis, pinched nerves, sciatica, infertility, allergies, poor posture and more. Audiology and Hearing Aid Centre "A Father's Day gift like no other" Sons and daughters often accompany their fathers during their hearing aid fitting. Anyone who lives with a hearing impaired family member knows the frustration the whole family experiences. We see firsthand how that frustration disappears as communication improves. We know you love your father and want only the best in life for him. HEARING SCIENCES 500 Father's Day gift O akville C hirOpraCtiC l ife C entre Dr. SEBASTIAN GUArNACCIA, DC, BSC (H.K.) T: 905-825-9529 · www.oakvillechiro.com 1500 Heritage Way, Unit 1, Oakville New Patients Welcome! In the words of Helen Keller, "When you lose your vision, you lose contact with things; when you lose your hearing, you lose contact with people." $ DIscOunt OFF Alta or Alta Pro hearing aids DIAMOND Bring this coupon and Save $500 on a pair of Alta or Alta Pro instruments. Valid June 8-July 31, 2016 Fabio De Rango Pharmacist/Owner Voted Oakville's Favourite Pharmacist & Pharmacy · Patient Counselling · Complete Diabetic Care · Home Visits · Consultations · Free RX Delivery DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 478 Dundas Street West | 905-257-9737 Canada Post Call (905) 465-3277 (EARS) to book your complimentary hearing test ($60 value, Age 55+) DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 2501 Third Line | 905-465-3000 Open 24 hours | 7 Days a Week OAKVILLE 2419 Marine Drive www.shoppersdrugmart.ca The Tour de Halton Committee would like to express a sincere thank you to all the generous sponsors, participants and volunteers for making the 2016 Tour de Halton Charity Cycling Event such a huge success. Over $100,000 was raised in support of life-saving equipment needs at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Thank You to Our Sponsors