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Elevating Home Life
Installing a home elevator is a transformative upgrade that blends luxury with essential functionality. Primarily, it facilitates “aging in place,” allowing you to remain in your multi-story home safely and independently as mobility needs change. By removing the barrier of stairs, you significantly reduce the risk of dangerous falls. Beyond safety, elevators offer daily convenience. They make transporting heavy groceries, laundry, and luggage between floors effortless. Financially, this addition can increase your property’s value and marketability, appealing to a broader range of buyers who prioritize accessibility. Ultimately, a home elevator future-proofs your residence, ensuring comfort for a lifetime.
“The Hills are Alive …”
Sing your hearts out and climb every hill! The Sound of Music is the family classic that still hits all the high notes. Join Maria and the Von Trapps at The Vic Theatre for a heart-warming screening packed with laughter, nostalgia, and a few of your favourite things. See the website for times and to purchase tickets. All Ages and 19+ screenings.
Spend Time with Loved Ones
Strong social support and the reduction of stress associated with healthy family relationships can positively impact overall well-being, which is a key component of a cancer-preventive lifestyle. The primary factors for reducing cancer risk involve lifestyle choices. Guidewire: Cancer Seeker is an AI tool that helps estimate your ongoing cancer risk based on your genetics, history, and habits. It generates a report on what you can do to further reduce your cancer risk. It is possible to reduce your risk by 30-50% through modifiable factors. Call 250.800.2850 today to book a free meet-and-greet to invest in your health today.
Now is a Great Time to Get Active
James Bay New Horizons Society invites you to join their community. Their goal is to help people maintain, improve, and develop new skills, interests, and social opportunities, and to enhance the quality of life of their members and visitors. Membership benefits include the opportunity to participate in all programs, services, and special events, including games, tours, movies, music, fitness, and many more. Borrow books, CDs, and movies at no cost. Become involved with volunteer work. Meet new friends and more. Contact them today for more information!
Clean Eating Recipe
Cranberry-Cashew Energy Cups. 1⅔ c rolled oats; ¾ c unsalted cashew butter; ½ c unsweetened almond milk; ½ c 50% dried cranberries, chopped. 2 tbsp chia seeds; 1 tsp vanilla extract; ¼ tsp salt; ½ c dark chocolate chips; 1 tbsp coconut oil. Combine ingredients (leave chocolate & coconut oil aside). Divide mixture among prepared muffin cups (about 1½ tablespoons each); firmly press the mixture into the cup bottoms. Melt chocolate & coconut oil together until smooth and spoon mixture over the oat mixture in each cup. Refrigerate, uncovered, until chilled.
Take Time to Remember
Grief can feel overwhelming. Remembering loved ones through celebrations can offer comfort and healing. Whether it’s lighting a candle or sharing stories with family in a personalized celebration, these small acts help keep their memories alive. Celebrations of Life provide a sense of connection, allowing us to process emotions while honouring their legacy. They remind us that love doesn’t end with loss. It transforms into cherished memories that bring peace. Taking time to remember helps navigate grief with meaning and resilience, ensuring that those we’ve lost continue to have a presence in our lives.
Volunteer Drivers Needed
Do you have your own vehicle, a clean driving record, a clear vulnerable sector check, and a flexible schedule? Are you looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity that allows you to spend time with older adults while supporting their health and well-being?
The Golden Circle provides supportive transportation to adults aged 50+ in Red Deer, Red Deer County, and surrounding rural areas who have no other means of transportation. Volunteer drivers use their own vehicles to assist clients with medical appointments, escorted grocery shopping, and attendance at Golden Circle programs to help reduce social isolation.
Supportive transportation is available Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To register, individuals must first be assessed by an Outreach Coordinator.
If you’re interested in becoming a Volunteer Driver, please contact Sandy for more information.
403-343-6074- [email protected]
Cranberry-Cashew Energy Cups
1⅔ c rolled oats; ¾ c unsalted cashew butter; ½ c unsweetened almond milk; ½ c 50% dried cranberries, chopped. 2 tbsp chia seeds; 1 tsp vanilla extract; ¼ tsp salt; ½ c dark chocolate chips; 1 tbsp coconut oil. Combine ingredients (leave chocolate & coconut oil aside). Divide mixture among prepared muffin cups (about 1½ tablespoons each); firmly press the mixture into the cup bottoms. Melt chocolate & coconut oil together until smooth and spoon mixture over the oat mixture in each cup. Refrigerate, uncovered, until chilled.
Brokered Workers Needed
Do you know anyone looking to make some extra cash?
The Golden Circle’s Brokered Worker Program, administered through our Outreach Department, provides valuable help to community members with services such as:
• Light housekeeping
• Lawn and garden work
• Minor handyman repairs
• Snow shovelling
• Painting
• One-time cleaning
The Golden Circle screens and interviews all Brokered Workers and matches them with clients. Reimbursement is $20/hour, with a two-hour minimum for housekeeping and other in-home work, and a one-hour minimum for snow shovelling or yard work. Clients pay the Brokered Worker directly.
Interested in becoming a Brokered Worker? Connect with Megan for more information. 403-343-6074 – [email protected]
Make Your Home Shine for the Holidays
The holiday season is a time for warmth, gatherings, and good cheer – it can also bring extra bustle! Before guests arrive, a little pre-holiday spruce-up can make your home sparkle. Focus on high-traffic areas like kitchens and entryways, polish those windows to let in the winter light, and don’t forget guest rooms for overnight visitors. Whether it’s a quick refresh or a full deep clean, a tidy home helps you relax and enjoy the season. TCB Cleaning Services can take care of the details so you can spend more time celebrating with the people you love.
