As we head into the holiday season and emerge from Covid restrictions, our gambling habits may have been stretched beyond our usual boundaries. Gambling or sports betting to make money is always dangerous, as is gambling to escape our day-to-day preoccupations. If you are not sure if your gambling habits fall within healthy playing guidelines, check Canada’s Low Risk Gambling Guidelines at GamblingGuideLines.ca. Using the 1-4-2 formula can help contextualize your play: No more than 1% of your income, Maximum 4 days per month and Only 2 types of game play. If you’re unsure, check out the self-assessment tool.
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Scooter Maintenance for Winter
Scooter maintenance is necessary to keep your scooter’s batteries in good condition for the colder winter months. Batteries will lose charge faster when using the scooter in the winter. When not in use, the batteries should be kept on charge with the approved charger that came with the scooter. It’s also important to keep the scooter dry during rainy days, since moisture can damage the electronics and the cables to the motor. If using the scooter in the rain, avoid large puddles so that water and mud don’t splash up into your scooter and dry the scooter off afterwards.
Dentures vs Implants
Dentures are removable teeth which replace the natural teeth and cover a portion of the gum. Your denturist will recommend either full dentures, which replace all the natural teeth in the upper and/or lower jaw, or a partial denture, which replace some of the lost natural teeth. Dental implants, on the other hand, consist of an anchor or screw-like component that is fastened into the jawbone, then the denture is attached to the implant to hold it into place. Speak with your local denturist to learn more, and find out which option is right for you.
Questions about Diabetes?
We Have Answers. Getting diagnosed with diabetes can be overwhelming. But there are many things you can do to manage your diabetes—through diet, exercise, and medical support. We know what you’re going through and we can help. We can recommend diet changes, help you understand how exercise affects blood sugars, and explain how to get the most benefit from your medications. You can even join in on one of our online clinics for individualized support with managing blood glucose levels and adjusting your medications to gain better control.
The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, MedicineShoppeCourtenay.ca
Needing Orthopedic Surgery?
Are you at your wits end? Are you in pain and tired of waiting for knee, hip, or spine surgery? ONZ Spine specializes in more than 10 years of assisting thousands of individuals in traveling to Germany for orthopedic surgery. Have you been told you are too young for knee or hip replacement? Dr Wolfram Steens at ONZ Spine in Germany can do up to 4 knee and hip replacements in a person’s lifetime, staring at a young age, if necessary, thanks to their state-of-the-art technology. Newly available to Canadian patients is knee cartilage replacement – with use of technology not yet available in Canada.
Sleep Hygiene – Ending Insomnia
When insomnia is ongoing, try altering your sleep habits. There is ample clinical evidence supporting the effectiveness of a concept called Sleep Hygiene – recommendations that help with the specific aim of improving sleep quality. Even a few slight adjustments can mean the difference between sound sleep and a restless night. Have a bedtime routine, let your body know it’s time to sleep. Don’t go to bed hungry or stuffed and avoid nicotine, caffeine and alcohol. Create a restful bedroom environment that is cool, dark and quiet. Schedule ‘worry’ time for the next day and go to bed worry-free!
Archwood 55 Plus
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.
Quit Smoking this Winter
As the weather gets cooler, the longing to get cozy and stay inside with loved ones increases. Having even one cigarette outside in the cold (and temperatures will keep dropping!) takes you away from this. Why not look for better ways to deal with stress and pain that allow you to stay inside and improve your health at the same time? Consider a cardio workout at the gym – this way you can blow off steam and pump healthy endorphins through your body. Then your loved ones will see you bettering yourself in ways that you may be proud they follow.
Special Events
Warm up this month with a hardy chicken stew and bread bowl prepared by our meals on wheels kitchen Tuesday, November 8 at 11:30am. Eat in or take out. Call the centre to pre book your lunch 204-320-4600. Cost: $12
Pancake Breakfast.
On Thursday, November 24th , start your morning off with a stack of pancakes and sausage from our Meals on Wheels kitchen.
Stop by the centre anytime between 9:30 am – 12 pm. Cost: $8 per person.
Country Dance.
Friday, November 25 from 7 -11pm.
Featuring entertainment by the Steve Ambrose Band.
RSVP by calling to reserve your tickets 204-320-4600, before November 18. Cost $12 members, $15 non members. Late lunch included
About Us
Pat Porter Active Living Centre (Serving Seniors Inc.) is a non-profit organization that provides programs, activities and services for seniors and members of the community. Seniors are the foundation of our community and our goal is to keep them a part of it for as long as possible. Read on to find out about everything we offer and how we can help you. Our Centre offers a great variety of events and programming weekly. Ranging from Fitness Programs to Recreational and Social Programs, there is something for everyone! Visit our website to see what we are offering right now.
Current Programs
Cost is $2 for members and $4 for non-members. * Programs are subject to change.
Morning Walking: Monday-Friday 8:30-9am.
Coffee Corner: Monday-Friday from 10 am.-12 pm.
Pickleball: Monday – Friday 9-10:30am.
Beginner Pickleball : Monday-Friday 10:30am-12pm, Tuesday 2-3:30pm, Friday 1-3:30pm.
Evening Pickleball: Mondays 7-9pm
Registration required at patporteralc.com.
Cards: Card games are played Monday to Friday from 1-3 p.m.
FITNESS CLASSES
Laughter Yoga: Monday 1-2 p.m.
Fitness Drumming: Tuesday 1-1:45 p.m.
Pace: Wednesday 1-1:45 p.m.
Floor Curling: Wednesday 1-3:30pm
Yoga with Carrie: Friday 9-10 am
Old Time Country Jam: Wednesday 7-9 p.m.
Craft Corner: Friday 1-3 p.m.
Games Night: Monday and Wednesday 7-9pm
Choir: Wednesdays 10:00 – 11:30am
Steinbach Rockin’ Rollers: Sunday 5-7 p.m. A fun new roller-skating program is now being offered at the Centre. All skill levels and ages welcome, and no pre-registration required. Cost to participate is $5 ($3 for Pat Porter members). Please bring your own roller skates.
