Archwood 55 Plus is a community-based non-profit, charitable organization offering lunches, art and fitness classes, social activities, bus trips and other services to adults ages 55 and older living in the Winnipeg area. Our goal is to encourage graceful aging and empower older adults to lead healthy and active lives while socializing with their peers http://archwood55plus.wildapricot.
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What’s Happening in August
Folklorama VIP Tour
Wednesday, August 09, 5:45 PM – 11:00 PM @ 565 Guilbault St.
The bus will leave Archwood Community Club at 5:45 pm
Folklorama always puts on a great show from around the world right here in Winnipeg.
3 Pavilions: Israel – Shalom Square, Budapest-Hungaria & Brazil. Tour includes transport, progressive meal, VIP access & entrance into pavilions, reserved seating close to stage, and tour guide escort.
COST: $80 Member, $85 Non-Member
While the event is sold out, you can still get your name on the wait list as there can be cancellations.
Winnipeg Goldeye’s vs. Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks
Saturday, August 12, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM @ 565 Guilbault St.
Watch the Winnipeg Goldeye’s take on the Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks from the comfort of the MASC Sky Suite at Shaw Park!
Game time is 6 pm! The bus will leave Archwood Community Club at 5 pm and return by 9:30 pm.
COST: $20 for the bus – Members only! Thank you to the Manitoba Association of Senior Communities and CJNU 93.7 FM for the complementary use of their sky suite! While the event is sold out, you can still get your name on the wait list as there can be cancellations.
Lower Fort Garry – Tour
Wednesday, August 23, 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM @ 565 Guilbault St.
The bus will leave Archwood Community Club at 9 am.
Tour of the fort will begin at 10 am and lasts two hours. There will be two shuttles to transport everyone throughout the tour. Reservation for lunch (at your own cost) at 12:15 pm at “Life A Little Sweeter”. https://www.lifealittlesweeter.net/menus. The bus will return to ACC by 2:30 pm. COST: $44 Member, $49 Non-Member (cost includes bus, entry fee & tour)
Tired of Feeling Tired?
You are not alone! People come to see me to help them gain more energy and have better health so they can enjoy life to the fullest. A naturopathic assessment starts with a one-hour initial visit where we figure out what the root causes of your fatigue and other health concerns are. Together, we develop a plan to get you back on your path to wellness! I understand how important health is to feel like yourself and I would love to help support you! Questions? Book a complementary “Meet and Greet” with me to chat more.
Avoid Chewing Ice in Hot Weather
While chewing ice may seem refreshing during scorching summer days, it poses a significant risk to your dental health. Each time you crunch down on ice, your teeth are vulnerable to chipping, cracking, or even shattering. In severe cases, a cracked tooth may require extraction if the damage extends below the gum line. Don’t let a dental emergency ruin your summer vacation. Opt for a safer alternative to stay hydrated: reach for a refreshing glass of cool water. Preserve your smile and savor the season with healthy choices!
Pre-Planning Services
Pre-planning for a loved one’s burial is crucial to honor their final wishes and ease the stress of decision-making during grief. By planning ahead, personalization becomes possible that reflect their preferences. Moreover, pre-planning relieves the burden on family members, especially those far away or occupied with other commitments, by handling financial and logistical responsibilities. It also ensures completion of legal formalities without delays. Additionally, pre-planning allows time for research, enabling informed decisions. Lastly, it offers emotional support to loved ones by sharing final wishes and providing reassurance. Our pre-planning services aim to make the process stress-free and provide a peaceful resting place.
Ask The Expert
Q: I’m travelling overseas next month on vacation and am trying to decide between bringing contact lenses or glasses. What should I do? A: Consider both if your vision is comparable. Daily disposable contact lenses are great for hygiene and convenient for travelling, and some even have built-in UV protection. Long flights, as well as airborne allergens and irritants, may necessitate eyeglasses just as much. Your vacation will be more enjoyable if your vision is good and your eyes are healthy and protected. Come see us for your vision care needs, and we can help you make the best decision for your specific situation.
Online Health and Wellness Resource
Wellnessnews Choices for Healthy Living® invites you to check out the WellnessHub, your online Health and Wellness resource for Vancouver Island. The WellnessHub features hundreds of local business and practitioners offering services and products. In addition, there are hundreds of health tips, articles and podcasts on a variety of topics. It is easy to search, access and share information. While you are checking out the WellnessHub, don’t forget to subscribe to receive a monthly email letting you know about events and the monthly contest. You can also read the digital version of our five island editons of the newsletter.
Natural Pain Relief
Lack of stability and balance accounts for a large portion of the foot, leg and back pain issues. Today, wellness consumers want products to enhance their quality of life and are asking for natural, safe solutions for more energy, pain relief and enhanced mobility. VoxxLife socks and insoles with HPT optimize the user’s stability and balance at the nervous system level and provide relief from aches and pains with drug-free proven technology. VoxxLife Human Performance Technology (HPT) is based on over 50 years of research in Neuromuscular Science, Chiropractic Neurology and Reflexology.
Choosing a Mental Health Practitioner
Mental health practitioners in BC range in knowledge, expertise and experience. When seeking assistance, this range of ability can make it difficult to understand a practitioner’s level of competence. This is why regulation of this profession is so important. To better protect the public, there is a desire to regulate the profession, which will hopefully happen in the near future. Meanwhile, when looking for assistance, it is important to research mental health professionals. Discuss their level of education, experience, certifications/registrations and to what associations and/or colleges they belong to and are held accountable for their conduct.
Dentures for Comfort and Function
Properly fitted dentures are essential for confidence and comfort as well as for chewing and digestion. Well-made dentures are esthetically pleasing and enable individuals with missing teeth to effectively chew their food. The process of chewing stimulates saliva production and signals the digestive system to prepare for food intake. Just like natural teeth, dentures aid in the mechanical breakdown of food, facilitating easier digestion and nutrient absorption. Having dentures that can perform this task is extremely important. Equally important is having dentures that are comfortable and that give you the confidence to enjoy life without worrying about your dentures.
BC Home Buyer Rescission Period
Effective January 2023, the BC Government introduced the “cooling-off period” on real estate sales. This gives buyers three (3) business days to change their mind on a purchase, allowing them to cancel for no reason within those three (3) days. If implemented, the buyer must pay the seller 0.25% of the sale price. Today’s market has already cooled somewhat, with most offers including conditions that go beyond three (3) days. On the occasional, unconditional sale, the period must be considered by the seller. Questions on Real Estate? Contact Tony
