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The CiaJa C amr Octüer 29 200O4-11 ,Watch 'for sîgns of chiid abuse Mayor Gord Krantz bas declared Octoher Child Abuse Awareness Month tu Milton, sud residents are being urged t0 keep a careful watch for signs of child abuse. "People ofien turu a blind eye tu child abuse, flot because they don't care, but because they're uncomfortable with it, or unsure what to do," said Amy Obendorfer, provincial co-ordinator for RespectED. RespectED is a Red Cross service that provides education sud training aimed at preventing neglect sud physical, emotional sud sexual abuse. Ms Obendorfer said child abuse csu be a well-kept secret, but often witnesses ignore what they've seen or heard. Unfortunately, Ibis can bave devastating consequences. "The truth is, as adults, we have more than a moral obligation to protect childeen. If we suspect a child or youth is in danger, we have a legal responsibility to do some- "If we suspect a child or youth is ini danger, we have a legal responsîblllty to do thmng," she said. Anynne who suspects a young person is being mistreated should report ilto1 thse police or Halton Children's Aid Society at (905) 333-4441. CalI 911 if thse young per- son's in immediate danger. There are limes wben intervention may be appropriate, especially if the people involved are known. "One possibility is to sisnply tty defusing the situation by saying you understand the person is stressed. and otfermng to help so tbey can take a break and cairn down,- Ms Obendorfer said. adding if it's beliesed there's ongomng physical. sexual or emo- tional abuse happening, it must be report- ed. People are olten reluctant to report something because they can't prove abuse is happening, Ms Obendorfer said, addmng they shouldn't be. It's flot thse witness's job to prove any- thing. There are people trained to conduct an investigation snd determine if there is abuse happening, snd how to handle it," she said. Il don't want t0 get involved' and 'Its a private marier' are no longer acceptable excuses for ignoring a child or youth in need.- For more information. visit www.red- Photo b5' GR Honoured for her efforts Miltonian Tina Braam, an x-ray technician with Halton Healthcare Services, recently earned a nomina- tion in the Athena Awards program, which honours those who mentor women. Ma Braam was recognized for her work in building a women's-only triathlon series and inspiring hundreds of women to join the sport. The Principal amd staff of E.C. Drury High School Milton cordially invite you bo attend the "Twenty-Third Commencement Ceremonies" For ail gradwssing students of the 2003-2004 school year on Friday, November St/t, 2004 at 7:00 pm To be hetd in the Sports Building, South Gymnasium! For further information: 905-878-0575, ext. 229 Correction Notice n the Stoney Creek Furniture Grand Opening Phase 111 flyer inserted today Friday, October 29th, there is a price error within the Natuzzi Gallery section. On the second line, the Middle sofa originally priced at $1,450, should be priced at $2,1 90. Within the dining roomn suite section, the buffet/hutch priced at $1,1 90 should be priced at $1,990. Stoney Creek Furniture apologizes for these errors. *NOW OPEN* Lose 2-6 Ibs/week ORVYOUR MONEY BACK* Wruestar for Women Fitness and Nutrition Centers now offer a total heaith program for fast and Iasting resuits. Uncluded in your program are: " 30-minute f itniess for women beginner e intermediate e advanced " Personalized nutrition counselling " Weight Ioss and weight management with ii guaranteed results* fur " Free personal coach *2417 online support F E 'based on following the Truestar program Cos n atio For your free consultation call 905u86446644 575 Ontario Street, Milton i~"4132 star FOR WO.§MEw pot.( www.truestarforwomen.-com Tus