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Stay Healthy This Summer

Stay cool this summer with our exclusive Seniors Discount Program! Mortar and Pesto is dedicated to looking out for our seniors, offering a fantastic 10% off on vitamins, health food, self-care, and natural cleaning products for those aged 60 and above. Beat the heat with daily savings on refreshing drinks and soothing aloe gel for sunburns. Our range of affordable sunscreens and natural bug sprays provide protection without harmful chemicals. We prioritize seniors amidst rising inflation, while also celebrating all customers on our monthly Customer Appreciation Day with a 15% discount on front store products. Experience affordable, high-quality natural living at our store today.

Convenient Grocery Program: Let Us Shop for You!

Don’t let the hassle of grocery shopping weigh you down. Join our grocery program and leave the heavy lifting to us. Simply phone or e-mail us on Monday with your detailed shopping list and preferred store, and we’ll handle the rest. Our dedicated volunteers will purchase the items you need, including non-food items like yarn or cutlery, and deliver them to your doorstep. Whether it’s a one-time order or a regular service, we’ve got you covered. Limited slots are available, so reach out to us for more information and enjoy the convenience of stress-free grocery shopping.

Delightful Food Tip: Broth for Another Day

We’ve all been there—buying bulk liquid broth on a super sale only to realize it expires in just a couple of days. But fear not! Instead of making a colossal amount of soup or engaging in a messy water balloon battle, freeze that broth for later use. However, a word of caution: don’t freeze it directly in the cartons. Liquid expands when frozen, leading to bursts. Plus, the wax lining may affect the taste. Pour the broth into freezer-safe containers, filling them ¾ full, and enjoy 2-3 months of flavorful broth to elevate your culinary adventures. Stay tuned for next month’s revelation about the delightful world of wontons!

Compassionate Housekeepers Wanted

Join Our Team at Saskatoon Services for Seniors! Are you a kind-hearted individual with a strong work ethic? Saskatoon Services for Seniors is seeking housekeepers to support seniors in their homes with laundry, cleaning, and related tasks. No nursing-related duties are required. If you have a passion for helping others and desire to be compensated for your efforts, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join our team of compassionate housekeepers and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors. Inquire today to become part of our dedicated team.

Volunteers Needed!

Join Us in Making a Difference for Seniors in Saskatoon! At Saskatoon Services for Seniors, we are committed to helping seniors maintain their independence by safely staying in their own homes. As the summer season arrives, we are excited to launch our highly sought-after Yard Work and Gardening programs. If you enjoy working outdoors and want to make a positive impact, we invite you to volunteer your time. By doing so, you’ll assist seniors in our community in keeping their yards and gardens looking beautiful. Together, let’s create a vibrant and supportive environment for our beloved seniors.

Help Support Seniors in Our Community today!

All support is extremely valuable, be it donations, volunteer time or simply word-of-mouth. It is the people of Saskatoon that enable us to continue helping the city’s venerable population. Your generous donations help us progress our services while playing a vital role in keeping seniors independent. Every dollar of support stays right here in Saskatoon. We have many lower-income seniors that need our services, and the generosity of your support allows us to be able to assist them. Donations of $20 or over will get a tax receipt. We graciously accept cheques, cash, or e-transfer.

Hip Mobility for Pain Prevention

Hip mobility is essential for maintaining proper alignment and preventing pain in other areas of the body. Tight hips can often lead to lower back or knee pain, as the joints above and below compensate for the lack of mobility in the hips. To prevent this, it’s important to incorporate hip mobility stretches into your Physiotherapy program. With effective customized treatments for improving hip mobility, we can help reduce pain in other areas of the body and improve your overall function and movement. Remember, it’s all in the hips!

Seniors Need Connection & Support

Researchers have found that loneliness is just as lethal as smoking 15 cigarettes per day. Many Canadians may not be aware of the connection between loneliness and poor nutrition and the other serious health implications. With concerns around food security and affordability also being top of mind in Canada, we know our senior population is at a higher risk for both. As an organization dedicated to caring for older adults, Home Instead is urging Canadians to join the effort in ensuring our senior loved ones are getting the care and nutrition they need and helping to end loneliness among older adults.

Plan for the Future

There are many conversations that families should have. One of those concerns your final wishes. Planning your funeral and cemetery arrangements in advance means you can discuss the options with family in a relaxed, stress-free environment. The other conversation is planning for your future health care. If you were sick and couldn’t speak for yourself, would your family know your wishes? You might be surprised by the space between what you want for future care and what your loved ones think you want. It’s important that they know your values, what is meaningful in your life, and how you would like decisions to be made.

Comox Valley Seniors Resource Guide

The 2023 Comox Valley Seniors Resource Guide is now out! This free guide is being dropped at locations around the Valley, but if you want one, or more, set aside for you, please contact the office (250-871-5940) and we will either hold one for you or arrange for delivery! 20,000 copies of this spiral bound guide were created in partnership between Comox Valley Senior Support and Denman Hornby Health and are available free of charge.

Help Feed a Senior for $12/Week

In partnership with LUSH Valley Food Action Society, CVSS provides 82 meals a week to seniors in the Comox Valley. While some seniors contribute to the cost of the weekly meals, they are heavily subsidized. A donation of $12 a week will provide between two and four meals for a senior in the Valley, helping ensure food security for vulnerable residents. Donations can be made at the CVSS office, or by cheque, via mail at C1-450 8th Street, Courtenay, BC, V9N 1N5. Tax receipts are provided for donations over $20. Alternatively, monthly donations can be set up on our Canada Helps website at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/comox-valley-senior-support/