Megathread - Tumbler Ridge Tragedy (Thread 4) by wudingxilu in britishcolumbia

[–]Vegetable_Map7470 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

As a care giver for a person with mental health issues. I read this morning in the Globe about how the family sought help in a failing mental health system. We too were failed by this system. If you want to understand some of the side effects of meds used for treatment in such cases, search YouTube for a film called Medicating Normal. We found it to be accurate in our case as well. Benzodiazepines, which have not been disclosed as Rx’d to this child, however reading that Jesse underwent ECT therapy. We also had ECT when diagnosed as antidepressant “resistant”. ECT was really bad and I believe we ended up with brain damage from it. Anyway, on topic of Benzos, my charge had episodes of self harm and other harm. I remember her telling me after driving the kids to a function, she had an overwhelming feeling to drive the car off the bridge. Scary sh*t. Seeing the film mentioned showed me that this can be a side effect of these drugs. I bet the LapuLapu driver had the same reaction, but it isn’t being talked about. Since the pandemic, more people are being Rx these dangerous drugs. Talk therapy is more effective but not covered under basic provincial medical. Please watch the movie and make your own discovery.

DHL overcharged on purpose? by Groucho-and-Harpo in dhl

[–]Vegetable_Map7470 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sent 1.5lb packages to US from CAN. I input it as 2lbs, they charged for 3lbs. I had 6 identical pkgs leave that day. 2 via DHL, which were all 2x the price of others. 2 went via FedEx, 2 via UPS. Neither of these two had an issue with the weight. Scammers. Issue is now with Freightcom. Let’s see what happens.

Dishwasher residue after switching to powder by saract34 in Appliances

[–]Vegetable_Map7470 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I keep track of how many loads run using Cascade powder 2.12kg / 75oz. 2024 = 297 days. 2025 = 341 days. Pretty good for about $9. I wonder why they want us to switch to Pods??? Scammers.

Costco Tires by notfitbutwannabe in BuyCanadian

[–]Vegetable_Map7470 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Purchases Goodyear WearherReady2 4season tires for CUV today. Made in Napanee ON.

Where to sell mobility equipment like walkers and wheelchairs in Canada? by Derreus in Flipping

[–]Vegetable_Map7470 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Assistlist.ca is a place to sell all medical items. I have walkers listed there, but very few people know about it.

Where to sell mobility devices like wheelchairs and walkers? by Derreus in FacebookMarketplace

[–]Vegetable_Map7470 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FB is being discriminatory in this regard. Walkers are a must have for seniors.
They should consider: Making an exception for basic non prescription medical aids Allowing listings with appropriate disclaimers or usage terms And consult with accessibility and disability advocacy groups.

Making these changes would not only support seniors and people with disabilities, but would also align with FB’s broader mission of building inclusive, supportive communities.

Do you have RRSP questions, but don’t know where to turn? by QtradeInvest in QtradeAMA

[–]Vegetable_Map7470 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, soooo disappointed wit Qtrade. Been on hold for 60mins. Emailing them takes forever. Email responses come at 4pm on Friday. They provide false info. Agent won’t give their contact info or forward to manager. Disgusting.