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i Orono Weeklv Times, Wednesday, May 13, 1987-11 Future Picassos Photo bv Janette Desousa The Art Department of Clarke and featured pencil work, pen and directed by Amy Hoad, head of the High School held an Art Show last ink drawings, paintings and Art Department and Brenda-Leah week, Wednesday through Friday. sculpture done by art students from Dizzel. Pictured above is a Grade 10 The show was open to the public grade 9 - 13. The art show was art class with their teachers. An Enjoyable Performance Chris Evans pictured above (with guitar) visits schools presenting songs relating to colour and the elements which teach the children the fundamental concepts. The songs can also be used to illifstrate the basics of music. When Chris visited Orono Public School last Tuesday he spent approximately approximately 25 minutes with each class discussing the subject and teaching one song. Later they met in the gym where each group sang their own song while everyone enjoyed enjoyed the complete 1 colour wheel. Chris has also put out a record coinciding with these programs. Chris plays guitar, keyboards and sings using all types of music in his songs. Sam Cureatz Durham East BILL OF RIGHTS PROPOSED FOR NURSING HOME RESIDENTS ( there has been a concern in rrty Ttfcfing about residents in nursing homes. In conjunction with this, M.P.P.s at Queen's Park have been moving towards a separate bill of righjs fo*r patients in nursing homes. A clause by clause review of amendments to the Nursing. Home Act by the Ontario Legislature's Standning Committee on Social Development resulted in M.P.P.s proposing the following list of rights. -the right to nursing and medical care consistent with individual needs -the right to privacy in treating and in caring for personal needs -the right to medical information -the right to have medical records kept confidential -the right to be informed about the consequences of refusing intrusive procedures or restraints -the right to communicate in confidence confidence and receive visitors of one's choice -the right to have family present 24 hours a day if death is imminent -the right to meet privately with a spouse -the right to be informed in writing of any law, rule, or policy affecting the operation of the home, and of the procedure for initiating complaints. complaints. The Bill still requires final approval approval by the Legislature later this year before becoming law. In conjunction with nursing home concerns, Larry Grossman has proposed that a comprehensive and co-ordinated home care system must be developed to shift emphasis ' in nursing homes and homes for the " aged to rehabilitation. Tax exemptions could be used to assist people who want to renovate or expand their homes to accommodate accommodate an elderly parent. The 1984 provincial budget eliminated any property tax increase on construction construction to keep an elderly person in the ■ family home. Direct ' assistance could also be offered 'to families who are willing to make this adjustment adjustment to their lifestyles. Mr. Grossman further suggested that we must begin to manage and redirect the system where necessary to provide the highest quality health care to the tax payers whp finance and use the sy^term Unless measures are conceived and implemented implemented for reform within the system we may inadvertently encourage encourage not only inefficiency but insensitive health policies. We must move the 'system away from its preoccupation with institutions. Unless we restore a sense of part- i nership between government and health care providers, the system could fall apart at the seams. It is incumbent upon all' of us to ensure that our seniors are adequately cared for and preferably as long as possible in their own homes. I am pleased that the Bowman- ville Rotary Club received a grant from the Ministry of Citizenship & Culture. The Insurance Information Line Service (416-963-1098) is part of the Ontario Government's response to the current problems of cost and availability affecting commercial liability insurance. The purpose of the Line is to provide information and advice to businesses and nonprofit nonprofit organizations experiencing difficulty in obtaining commercial insurance. Kathy and I and our children were pleased to attend the Spring Ham Dinner at the Janetville United CHurch. Congratulations to- Brenda El-ford of Port Perry to whom I had the honour of presenting recognition recognition to her in achieving the Canada Cord. Rev. A. Eustace christens Millson grandchild Olive and Ed Millson accompanied accompanied by their daughter Catherine visited their daughter Ellen and her husband Rick Trafford and Sarah of Kitchener where they attended the christening of their grandson Patrick Edward at First United Church, Kitchene. Rev. Andrew Eustace, one-time minister of- Orono United Church and now assistant minister of the Kitchener Church performed the christening ceremony. Rev. Eustace also christened Ellen in the first baptismal baptismal service of the new church in Orono in September 1951. Durham College to continue dental hygiene Durham College Senior Management Management will continue the Dental Hygiene Program for 1987-88. Recognizing the concerns of the successful applicants, the program will continue for this coming year, but the college will have to look for ways to increase funding. WE'RE READY FOR SUMMER , ' ' with WILD and CRAZY SHORTS 'For Ladies, men and the Kids Tube Tops - Bathing Suits Suntan Lotion - Insect Repellent NO SUMMER WARDROBE SHOULD BE WITHOUT FLIP FLOPS CHECK US OUT ... . Wendy B's Downtown Orono Department Store ' Phone9839816 REFLECTIONS DOWNTOWN ORONO -PHONE 983-9757