All of the articles in the spring issue of Renaissance were relevant and informative, but what really made my heart smile was the story by Alison LaMantia on long-term care homes. The part that made my heart sing was that the RTOERO Summer Scholar, Amanda Bull, is young and is set on a career in gerontology. With the number of seniors increasing all the time, having young people research and work in careers that specialize in eldercare is a welcome and important story. We need them desperately, especially those of us whose health is compromised. I volunteer at Hospice Services in the City of Kawartha Lakes, and I am always thrilled when young university and college students join us for a work placement. Hopefully, more will specialize in this area.
—June Mewhort (District 28 Region of Durham)
Just writing to say how very much I enjoy your stories every edition of Renaissance. They are always very educational and newsy.
—Rose Dundass (District 8 London, Middlesex)
Thank you for Renaissance magazine! Always so informative and beautifully displayed, with current topics to inform and enjoy!
—Adele M. Archer (District 23 North York)
When I saw the article on wearable technology in the spring issue of Renaissance, I immediately thought of two companies that make quality apparel to enable one to stay active by providing support and pain relief. I am not affiliated with either of these companies — I just think that their products might be what someone is looking for.
I love downhill skiing, and when SI/L4/L5 pain [from the sacroiliac joint and the two lowest vertebrae of the lumbar spine] was starting to interfere with my enjoyment, I decided to check out supportive apparel. I found Stoko, a company that makes high-quality, medical-grade, adjustable supportive tights. I bought the shorts, and my husband bought the K1 Summit full-length tights because of his knee issue. Wow! We love them. A game changer. We’re 71 years old and look forward to many more years racing down the slopes.
Due to a shoulder injury, I also purchased a short-sleeve compression T-shirt from Enerskin. It provides great support and enables me to stay active. It feels like wearing a second skin.
—Sylvia Mitoraj v(District 27 Ottawa-Carleton)
