Recommendations are not binding Continued from page 11 13 · Wednesday, June 30, 2010 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.oakvillebeaver.com from Paxil occur within the first few weeks and months after a person starts taking it. Sara had been taking the drug for more than a year before her death. Dr. Paul Links, a professor of psychiatry at the University of Toronto and past president of the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention, testified Paxil was a plausible explanation for Sara's death, but not one he would favour. Dr. Nathan Scharf , director of crisis services at the Youthdale Treatment Centre in Toronto, testified Paxil could have been a contributing factor in Sara's death, but not as big a factor as alcohol. Links did agree that a sudden withdrawal from Paxil could result in dysphoria and disinhibition. In his arguments, Will pointed out Sara had been without her pills for one to four days before her death. Exactly how much information these experts had on Sara Carlin's case was made an issue during the inquest. Will said Scharf had only had access to a page and a half of information. While the recommendations have been made, the government bodies they are directed at have no legal obligation to implement them. Coroner's counsel Michael Blain said, however, that more often than not the recommendations do result in action. "The Coroner's office does track recommendations and a large per- centage of recommendations do in fact result in actions being taken," he said. "Obviously it's not 100 per cent, but there is a significant percentage of recommendations that do end up bringing about change." While he is hopeful, Will said some of the recommendations made by this jury were also made by a previous jury during the inquest into the death of Oakville MP Terence Young's daughter, Vanessa, nine years ago. "There were 56 recommendations made during that inquest and very few were actually implemented," said Will. "Hopefully because many of these recommendations have now been made a second time there will be action." More cost-effective kitchen remodeling options than any other company! a. Renew your cabinets with our unique "Tune-up". w Our exclusive process restores and repairs the original finish on wood cabinet doors to 90-95%. Tuning-up your cabinets and replacing the counter top and handles is the easiest and most cost effective way to update your kitchen. Time: 1-2 days Mess: almost none Cost: about 10% of a replacement kitchen Our Kids Network garners social services nod The Our Kids Network, an organization uses extensive research to inform the community services offered to children up to age 18 in Halton, has been recognized provincially for its innovation and leadership as a social services agency. The six-year-old organization was deemed a 2010 Champion by the Ontario Municipal Social Services Association for its commitment to "planning, managing and delivering quality services for children and families in Halton through integration, collaboration and evidence-based practices." Our Kids is not an individual group but rather a community network of partners in Halton including the two English school boards, the children's aid society, Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK), and Halton Region's police, public health and social services divisions. "Recognizing the demands on government and community resources, it is critical to explore new ways to support neighbourhoods, families and children and avoid duplication of effort," Our Kids explains for its multi-disciplinary approach on its website. "Children and families face complex and multifaceted problems: these problems do not occur in isolation of one another. We recognize that there is a cost in human and fiscal terms associated with the unmet needs of children, which is at epidemic proportions (school failure, unemployment, poverty, crime...)" Our Kids has become most notable for its extensive reports which collate data on the health and well-being of children and youth in the community. It has used the information to identify priority service needs and neighbourhoods, including Aldershot, Oakville's River Oaks, west Milton and Acton. As part of what it says is is a commitment to the democratization of data, it includes the reports, and the surveys behind them, on its website www.ourkidsnetwork.ca. The organization has been recognized for its approach in the past. It was also the winner of the 2008 International Community Innovation Award presented by the Community Indicators Consortium. It was also recognized this year by the Ontario Education Research Panel, in partnership with the Education Research and Evaluation Strategy Branch, as one of the leading community partnerships in Ontario for its strength and achievements as a community partnership. b. Re-Door for a fresh new wood or painted look. r Choose from hundreds of door styles and finishes, precision made to fit your existing cabinets. Time: typically 1-3 days Mess: very little Cost: less than Refacing or other cabinet changes FOOT PAIN? Roger D. Newell, D. Pod. M., & Associates · over 30 years in practice · former teacher, Toronto General Hospital · former consultant, Ontario Ministry of Health c. Reface You may already own half of your new kitchen! If your cabinet boxes are in good shape, why pay to replace them? Choose from the largest selection of door styles and finishes available anywhere. See our website for ideas. Time: typically 2-4 days Mess: we clean every day and you never lose the use of your kitchen Cost: 40-60% less than the cost of a new kitchen n Recognize These Problems? FOOT CLINIC & ORTHOTIC CENTRE CHIROPODISTS - FOOT SPECIALISTS Shin `splints' bent hammer toes Corns & Warts Arthritic & Swollen Joints d. Reface & Re-Style Turn the kitchen you have into the one you want. Sore Ankles acrhilles tendinitis Heel Bumps If you choose to Reface, we can change many other things you don't like about your kitchen. Add an island, pantry, molding or even new cabinets to match the refaced cabinets. Time: usually 3-5 days Mess: low disruption, thoroughly cleaned daily, often with no loss of use Cost: considerably less than replacement cracked scaley skin Arch Pain & Heel Pain Tightness Ball of Foot Bunions (Spurs & Fasciitis) Burning and Pain INSURANCE COVERAGE - coverage provided by most extended medical plans. Many services can be billed Direct. e.g. Green Sheild - teachers, autoworkers, etc... · Green Shield Preferred Provider · Thick Discoloured Toe Nails e. Replace Sometimes it's the only way to get what you need. Our Designers will help you create a new custom kitchen that perfectly reflects your personal taste, goals and budget. DON'T DELAY. BOOK NOW. HAVE TO LOSE IS TO FOOT PAIN! No referral PAIN! DON'T DELAY. BOOK NOW. ALL YOU ALL YOU HAVEYOURLOSE IS YOUR FOOT required. uired. Usually most painful when rising in the morning - and getting moving after sitting - caused by a weakness of the main arch band pulling on the heel bone. The pain can extend into the arch or ankles - called plantar fasciitis or heel spurs. Generally can be eliminated WITHOUT the need for invasive surgery, painful injections, dangerous drugs or long recovery time. Effective conservative care can include comfort orthotic supports made from state-of-the-art lightweight materials fitting easily into regular shoes, physical therapy or home remedies. As part of our ongoing commitment to community health, we offer an individual personal Diabetic Foot Assessment and Educational Session to patients suffering from diabetes. A nominal $5 charge is made which will be donated to the Canadian Diabetes Association. The clinic will donate an additional $5. 905.844.0680 · 627 LYONS LANE #205 OAKVILLE (OFF CROSS AVE.) HEEL PAIN No referral required. Free Design Consultation & Estimate Showroom 3480 Fairview St., Burlington (Hours: 10-5 pm M-F Saturday 11-3) , Eight "Trustpoints" set Kitchen Tune-Up apart. We guarantee our estimates - guarantee our work - arrive on time - clean work areas daily - return messages within 24 hours - strive for harmony with your daily routine - tell you what we're going to do before we do it - listen carefully, tell it straight and keep our promises. Check Out The FREE DESIGN IDEA TOOL on our website Every Kitchen Tune-Up franchise is locally owned and operated. DIABETES SUFFERERS IMPORTANT NOTICE REMEMBER PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN A CURE! Call 905-844-0680 for your personal appointment. * not intended to solicit patients already receiving professional foot care. kitchentuneup.com