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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Friday, September 27, 2013 | 14 The Regional Municipality of Halton Special Waste Drop-off Days To make the recycling of household hazardous waste and electronic waste more convenient for residents, Halton Region holds Special Waste Drop-off Days throughout the year. Special Waste Drop-off Days are for Halton residents only. No commercial waste. Bill MacPhee to speak on schizophrenia during mental health week on Oct. 8 The Canadian Mental Health Association Halton branch is putting on a presentation next month as part of Mental Illness Awareness Week. A presentation by Bill MacPhee will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at the River Oaks Community Centre, (2400 Sixth Line) Community Room B, from 7-9 p.m. MacPhee was diagnosed with schizophrenia at the age of 24 and, on his road to recovery, started SZ Magazine, a quarterly publication about living with schizophrenia. In addition to hearing his story, participants will also see a presentation on recovery and ideas for people living with mental illness as well as their families and friends. Donations will be accepted at the door. To register, call 905-693-4270 or email cbell@cmhahrb.ca. The event and Mental Illness Awareness Week are also presented by the United Way, Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network and Schizophrenia Society of Ontario. IN NEED OF TOP QUALITY Date Saturday, September 28, 2013 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location 1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville enter at Sheridan Way/White Oaks Boulevard Sheridan College The following household materials will be accepted for drop off free of charge: Household Hazardous Waste Acceptable materials · acids (rust remover) · aerosol cans (full or partially full) · antifreeze · batteries (household & car) · bleach · cosmetics & pharmaceuticals · uorescent lights (compact bulbs & tubes) · fertilizers · fuels (must leave container) · garden chemicals · · · · · · · household cleaners medications motor oil & lters paint (full or partially full) pesticides pool chemicals propane tanks & other pressurized containers · solvents · stains · varsol PERSONAL, COMPANION AND HOME CARE ASSISTANCE? Unacceptable materials · needles, syringes and lancets · asbestos · commercial and industrial hazardous waste · PCBs · explosives and ammunition The Good Care Group In-Home Services Provides Assistance with: Caregiver Relief Meal Preparation Day to Day Activities Laundry Light Housekeeping Dementia Care Bathing Dressing Toileting Respite Care LOOK NO FURTHER! And Much Much More... The Good Care Group is dedicated to helping seniors continue to experience the richness of life in the comfort of their own home. Visit our Website for a chance to win 9 Hours of FREE Homecare The Good Care Group, Inc Phone: (289) 288-5333 · Fax: (289) 288-5201 Email: info@thegoodcaregroup.ca Website: www.thegoodcaregroup.ca 4145 North Service Rod, 2nd Floor, Burlington, L7L 6A3 Electronics Acceptable materials · · · · · · · · · computers stereos phones TVs VCRs DVD players computer monitors printers cell phones · cameras · computer batteries Not accepted: commercial waste, tires, reuse materials (clothing, etc.), and scrap metal. If you are unsure whether an item will be accepted at a Special Waste Drop-off Day, contact Halton Region. Unacceptable materials · appliances · vacuums · scrap metal Stay Connected! 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Sample signature dishes and beverages and enjoy the sounds of strolling musicians. Learn more about the event and purchase tickets online at www.halton.ca/harvest. Halton Regional Meeting Schedule Oct 2 Oct 14 Oct 15 9:30 a.m. Regional Council Holiday/Ofce Closure 9:30 a.m. Health & Social Services Cttee. Meetings can be viewed at www.halton.ca/meetings Oct 16 Oct 16 9:30 a.m. Planning & Public Works Cttee. 1:30 p.m. Administration & Finance Cttee. Short wait times! 905-825-DOCS (3627) 905-825-DOCS (3627) 2983 Westoak Trails Blvd South of Dundas, at Bronte Rd info@healthsensemedical.ca www.healthsensemedical.ca Please contact us, as soon as possible, if you have any accessibility needs at Halton Region events or meetings. 270913 Family Doctors Walk-In Clinic Chiropractic Pharmacy Travel Clinic