During Arthritis Awareness Month, it’s essential to recognize the challenges that those with arthritis face, particularly in walking and dressing. These daily activities can become daunting tasks due to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Fortunately, the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is available to help alleviate some of the financial burden. As a DTC specialist, I assist individuals in navigating the complex application process, ensuring they receive the support they deserve. This tax credit can make a significant difference, offering financial relief that can be used toward medical treatments, mobility aids, and adaptive clothing.
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Revitalize Your Wellness
Aǹalemma water offers several benefits, including a significant energy boost, with studies showing a 20% increase in ATP levels after daily consumption for two months, which enhances cellular energy. It also promotes rejuvenation; a GlycanAge study revealed that participants experienced a reduction in biological age by 1-12 years after three months of use. Additionally, regular consumption of Aǹalemma water improves gut microbiome balance, supporting overall health. Beyond drinking, Aǹalemma water can be used in cooking to enhance the nutritional value of food and in gardening to boost plant vitality. Its versatility extends to treating other liquids like juices and smoothies, bringing them into coherence. Heather Rodman – Check out the studies and how it works -> linktr.ee/analemmawaterkineticenergy
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
Studies have shown that the PEMF given off by the Earth is equally as important to human health as food, water, sleep, and sunlight. Pulsed Electromagnetic Field devices were originally used by NASA to maintain the health of astronauts in orbit. FDA approved pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF) for multiple uses years ago verifying that it is a legitimate and safe form of physical therapy. PEMF Therapy helps receive chronic pain, better sleep cycles, improves digestive problems, and much more. To learn more about PEMF therapy, or to purchase your own device, or to experience a PEMF treatment, contact us today.
Sympathetic Resonance Technology™
The Science of Resonance. Every material object and living thing has a natural resonance frequency determined by its physical structure. When exposed to external frequencies matching its unique resonance, an object becomes stronger, more stable, and its natural energies more coherent. This applies to humans as well; we sense and experience this energy in moments of relaxation, focus, and connection with nature or loved ones. Q-Link® products, featuring Sympathetic Resonance Technology™ (SRT™), reinforce the body’s resonance, returning it to a balanced state. SRT™ has shown effectiveness in numerous studies and has garnered positive feedback from users over three decades.
The Wellness Benefits of Walking
Walking offers numerous benefits for seniors, making it an ideal form of exercise. It helps maintain cardiovascular health, strengthens muscles, and improves balance, reducing the risk of falls. Regular walking also supports joint mobility and flexibility, which can ease symptoms of arthritis. Beyond physical health, walking boosts mental well-being by reducing stress and enhancing mood, thanks to the release of endorphins. It also provides an opportunity for social interaction when done with friends or in a group. Importantly, walking is low-impact, easy to incorporate into daily routines, and requires no special equipment, making it accessible for most seniors.
A Foundation for Care
Our campaign to support the Brandon Regional Health Centre’s expansion project is now underway and will run through the end of 2025. This state-of-the-art facility will provide essential services for our community, improving patient care and outcomes. The Foundation’s goal is to raise $2 million that will go towards the construction and equipment costs for the new Critical Care building. For information on how to contribute towards this campaign, please contact the Foundation at (204) 578-4227. Your support is truly appreciated.
Support Changes Everything
The Alzheimer Society is your First Link® to information, resources and a community of support to help you understand and navigate dementia. This World Alzheimer’s Month, we’re encouraging all Manitobans to learn the signs of dementia and understand the importance of getting a diagnosis.
The earlier you seek a diagnosis, the earlier you can connect with us to access dementia-friendly programming, support groups, one-to-one counselling and helpful information. Learn about the 10 warning signs of dementia and the benefits of receiving an early diagnosis by visiting
September is Arthritis Month
Arthritis includes over 100 diseases that cause inflammation in joints or other areas of the body. These diseases are grouped into two different categories: osteoarthritis (most common, causes a breakdown in cartilage) and inflammatory arthritis (autoimmune disorder). Arthritis can involve almost any part of the body, though it most often affects hips, knees, the spine, and fingers. It’s a chronic condition, affecting people on a constant or recurring basis over months, years, or even a lifetime. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, and can lead to disability over time. Talk to your pharmacist about how they can help!
The Grand Parade is Coming!
Will you walk with us on September 21st? You may recall reading about it in the August edition of the Wellness News, so you already know that we are participating in The Grand Parade (TGP) this year. For those of you who don’t know what TGP is, it is a family-friendly fundraising walk for local charities who support seniors and their families. It’s the only walk that’s uphill, both ways! Plus – once the walk is done, fundraising event that ends in a walk, a lunch and some musical entertainment! If you participated in our walk in 2022, you’ll know that TGP is so much fun – truly a celebration of seniors with every single step. You can find our event page online at https://thegrandparade.org/location/reddeerdowntown (If you Google “The Grand Parade + Red Deer Downtown” that’ll get you there, also!) I know that the thought of a walk can be intimidating, given that some of us are less mobile than others, but the good news is, TGP is a very inclusive event! You can walk, wheel, roll, or sit and cheer! The walk isn’t even the important part, though, it’s the fundraising because all of the funds raised will go towards supporting the important work the Golden Circle does!
TGP will not be a success without your support, community! We need walkers, donors, and volunteers too. As a peer-to-peer fundraiser, the way it works is that Team Captains recruit walkers to their teams then solicit donations and we are hoping that there are some of you out there who will join our efforts and be Team Captains!
The Grand Parade makes participation easy. You register online, invite others to join in through the website and begin raising money together for this important cause. On September 21, Captains make sure their teammates check-in, stick together, and of course, have tons of fun.
For over 45 years, the Golden Circle has been redefining what it means to embrace the golden years with joy, purpose, and a whole lot of heart and we would love to have you join us in supporting our efforts.
Will you join us? You can register at https://thegrandparade.org/register
We hope to see you online and here at the Golden Circle on Saturday, September 21!
Coach Travel Excursions
Square 1 Travel is offering two great coach trips from Comox Valley. The Tulalip Resort Halloween Getaway from October 29th includes 3 nights at this luxurious resort where you can try your luck at the casino. The Christmas Magic in Leavenworth trip from December 1st features 3 nights in this charming Bavarian town, complete with a walking tour, sleigh ride, Aplets & Cotlets Candy factory tour, and a visit to Apple Annie’s Antique Market with over 70,000 square feet of treasures. Diane Todd | Square 1 Travel & Cruise | Square1travel.com
September Events for Seniors at RDPL
NEW! 55+ Social Club (Sept. 30)
Downtown Walk & Talk (every Tuesday at 12:15 p.m.)
Collicutt Walk & Talk (every Thursday at 11:30 a.m.)
First Thursday Concert Series (first Thursday of each month)
Travel Memories (first Wednesday of each month)
Red Deer Cancer Connect (Sept. 3 & 17)
Money Matters: Food & Finance (online event, Sept. 10)
Bring, Brag, Break with the Alberta Genealogical Society (Sept. 14)
Sip n’ Stitch (Sept. 19)
Readers’ Theatre (Sept. 19)
Lindy Hop Story Dance Workshop (Sept. 21)
Local Author Fair (Sept. 22)
Books Clubs (various dates & times, see rdpl.org/bookclubs)
Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign: Commemorative Quilt Reception (Oct. 5)
