Community News
Smack the Jack

Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-Op Inc. is pleased to announce our NEW fundraiser known as “Smack the Jack.” This fundraiser mirrors “Chase the Ace” except that we are using the Jack of Spades in lieu of an Ace card. Tickets are available for purchase at our office and at various local locations in Brandon throughout the week. Cost for tickets is one ticket for $5, three tickets for $10 and eight tickets for $20. Lottery license LGCA-4474-RF-38295. Please call 204-571-2050 for ticket sales locations or follow us on Facebook/brandonsfors

Join the Club

Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. is a wonderful place to meet people, learn new skills and have fun! Everyone is invited to get involved in: yoga classes, line dancing, exercise group, foot care, computer club, Men’s Club, Stitch N Chat, cribbage, clogging, technology training. We would also like to welcome our two (2) new Bridge Clubs at our facility. Some benefits of becoming an annual member include reduced rates for activities and a voice in the organization.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to driving awareness about prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment options. Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in women globally, and within Canada, it is the third most-commonly diagnosed cancer, accounting for 25% of all cancer diagnoses in females. As you get older, your risk of developing breast cancer increases, and women between the ages of 50 and 69 years of age are more likely to develop it. The good news is, when detected early, the chances of survival increase. Regular screening increases the chances of detecting certain cancers early, before cancer has a chance to spread.

Staying Active All Year Long

Staying active during the colder months can be difficult with our harsh Manitoba winters; but it shouldn’t have to be. Whether you’re heading outside, or staying in, there are many ways to stay active. Outdoors, you will need to cover any exposed skin to reduce the risk of frostbite and be sure to wear proper footwear to reduce to risk of slipping on icy surfaces. Proper footwear should have that extra tread just as a winter tire would, or supplemental attachments on the bottoms of your shoes will help dig into those slippery surfaces. If you’re staying inside, YouTube is an excellent free source of multiple types of exercises.

Welcome New Board Directors

Meet the Board of Directors of the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation. At the September 15th Annual General Meeting the new Board of Directors was announced. As members of our Board of Directors these individuals will serve 2-year terms and will ensure the mission “To raise funds to support healthcare needs in the regional community” is an enduring legacy. Please welcome: Joanne Campbell – Chair. Stacy Senkbeil – Vice Chair. Whitney Sharkey – Secretary Treasurer. Ashley Joyce. Candace Murray. Claudia Nohr. Lily O’Driscoll. Patrick Pulak. Perry Roque. Tasha Thomson. Bryce Unger. Dan Wharf. For more information or to make a donation, visit our website at brhcfoundation.ca.

Look for Local at Sobeys

Perfect Pierogies is proud to be a 100% Canadian, privately-owned and operated food manufacturing company. Located in the town of Garson, Manitoba, they produce homemade, superior-tasting pierogies with tender dough made from scratch, packed with freshly made fillings including potato and cheddar, sauerkraut, cottage cheese, spinach and feta, spicy chili, and vegan cheddar and dill. Their ingredients list includes only the freshest and highest-quality products found throughout Manitoba from local, celebrated companies such as Bothwell Cheese, FreshCut Locally Ltd. and Elman’s Kosher Foods. Look for Manitoba-made Perfect Pierogies the next time you do your grocery shopping at Sobeys.

Join Our Care4U Family Conference

The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba invites you to join us on Saturday, October 22 from 9 am to 12:30 pm virtually via ZOOM for the Care4u Family Conference, a morning of learning strategies and resources to help you find and strengthen your courage as a care partner amidst times of constant change. We are featuring health care professionals across the province who are ready to share the latest in care techniques, communication strategies and community resources while empowering care partners to pay attention to their own well-being. To check out our panels, speakers and how to register, visit alzheimer.mb.ca/care4u!

Need a B12 Shot?

Cobalamin, or vitamin B12, is a water-soluble vitamin that we normally get through the animal-based foods in our diets. A vegetarian diet, surgery, medication, age and even chronic stress may contribute to deficiency. You may want to investigate your B12 level if you have migraines, tingling or numbness in hands or feet, osteoporosis, seasonal allergies, anxiety, hypothyroidism, neurological disorders and mixed anemias. Our holistic pharmacist can order bloodwork and complete an assessment for you. To note, most injections (including methyl-B12) are fully covered when provided by a pharmacist. Call our friendly team today to book your assessment and get started!

Recap of Recovery Day 2022

A huge shout out for the hosts of Recovery Day 2022, St. Raphael Wellness Centre, Bruce Oake Recovery Centre, Canadian Mental Health Association, Two Ten Recovery Centre, and Sara Riel, who celebrated their first in-person Recovery Day at The Forks in Winnipeg since 2019. We are building awareness, and challenging the stigma that prevents families and individuals suffering from addition and mental health issues from seeking help. Thank you to all our sponsors, the over 35 Resource Agencies, Vendors, Food trucks, Speakers, Performers, Bands, a Kids Fun & Fit Zone run by Sober Families, & the 100 or more Volunteers. Recovery Day is important for the information, knowledge of resources, and the sharing of recovery journeys that offer hope to families and their loved ones suffering from addiction and mental health problems, that recovery is attainable and sustainable. Join us next year for Recovery Day 2023!

Who We Are

SRWC is a unique, welcoming, recovery oriented community, accompanying individuals, families and friends affected by substance abuse in their journey towards recovery. We offer, group individual, couples counselling, and family counselling and education programs during the day and evening, co-ed and gender specific programs and support for individuals and their families. The Access, program for those awaiting a program of their choice, Exploring Options participating in a recovery plan, gender specific Continuing Recovery Program, or, our co-ed evening Work Sober Program focusing on recovery maintenance. We support your recovery by helping you find the services you need.