I always find that as the weather changes, I move from eating lots of soups and winter roots to lighter fruit and vegetables. However, sometimes it is hard to get my hands on my favourite healthy foods and I wind up eating the stuff that is easier at hand and faster to prepare. Does this sound familiar? For approximately one third of seniors in Canada, factors including ease of access, cooking time, mobility, loneliness and more, contribute to nutritional insecurity. Comfort Keepers caregivers can help you shop, prepare and enjoy healthy home-cooked meals! Give us a call:
Community News
Retirement Community Living
With all of the fears about Covid-19, people are struggling to make a decision about moving into a retirement community. It is reassuring to know about the extra cleaning, extra staff, adherence to wearing masks and social distancing rules. Yet it is the fear of the unknown that makes it hard to make a decision. What will happen when I move in? Can I leave? Can I see loved ones? May I have visitors? How are concerns handled? Reach out to the communities, ask your questions so that you can rest assured that you have all the facts to able to make an informed decision.
Final Wishes – Cremation
Today, many Canadians are choosing cremation as an alternative to traditional burial. Although cremation may seem like the simpler choice, selecting cremation is just the first step in deciding how best to celebrate a life well lived. Just like burial, choosing cremation allows you to have a funeral or memorial service. Most people choose a cemetery setting for the final disposition of cremated remains. Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens offers nature walks, which provide memorials in a peaceful natural setting. You can choose from a selection of keepsake urns, jewelry and memorial record packages, ensuring your loved one’s memory is with you forever.
Nourish Your Workout
Active people know the importance of feeding their bodies and staying hydrated. Protein helps build the muscles so you can recover and get the most out of your workout. Water regulates your body temperature and lubricates the joints so you can perform your best. It helps transport nutrients that give you energy and keep you healthy. Protein bars, powders, premix drinks and other healthy snack options are easily available and the best nutrition on the go! A high protein/low carb diet may aid in weight loss and keep your body energy and strength go longer.
You Are Not Alone
According to Statistics Canada, in 2019 an estimated 19% of Canadian adults had at least mild hearing loss in the speech-frequency and 35% had some degree of hearing loss in the high-frequency range. This is where age-related hearing loss typically begins. Here are some signs that you may be suffering from some hearing loss: *You struggle to hear when there is background noise, *People around you sound like they are whispering or mumbling, *People ask you to turn down the TV or radio, *Conversations in a group setting are becoming frustrating. Book a hearing test and we will come to you!
Profile: The Gardens at Qualicum Beach
The Gardens at Qualicum Beach offers boutique retirement living in the picturesque beauty of Qualicum Beach in the heart of town with shopping, golfing, dining and beaches nearby. Unlimited access to scheduled life enrichment programs in recreation, leisure, social arts, entertainment and fitness allows you to participate in as much as you want or to take quiet time for yourself. Their resident-focused philosophy and personalized care and support, provides a loving, caring environment that helps you feel at home. With three levels of care to choose from including Independent Living, Assisted Living and Residential Care, they can help you live a life of choice.
Strategies to Manage Stress
Awareness and management of personal stress is very important as we continue to navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are the symptoms and tips to help reduce your stress level for two common stresses. Physical Stress -Symptoms may include feeling tired, headache, neck & shoulder tightness and stomach pain. Exercising at home 3–5 times per week for at least 30 minutes can reduce stress and anxiety, and improve our mood and overall health. Mental Stress – symptoms may include decrease in concentration and in short-term trouble making decisions, overthinking or going blank. Prioritizing ‘timeout’ breaks can help with maintaining mental function balance.
June 15 Elder Abuse Awareness Day
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We all deserve to lead happy and healthy lives free from abuse as we age, yet older people are often mistreated. Take action to raise awareness and grow the conversation about this important social justice issue! #ABGrowTheConversation #WEAADJune15. Elder Abuse is under reported but very real in our communities. Elder Abuse falls into many categories:
Financial: Misuse of funds or property through fraud, trickery, theft or force.
Emotional: verbal aggression, humiliation, control of activities, removal of decision-making power while individual is still competent, refusing access to grandchildren.
Sexual: all unwanted sexual activity.
Physical: any form of physical assault such as slapping, pushing, kicking, punching.
Medical: Misuse of medications and prescriptions. Withholding medication or over medicating, theft for purpose of resale.
Neglect: The intentional or unintentional failure to provide the necessities of life.
As seniors we have rights. The right to be treated with dignity and respect and without fear. So please if you know someone who is being taken advantage of support them as they find help.
With the help of Red Deer’s, Royal Lepage Network Realty the Golden Circle was able to open a two room Safe House for people who need to flee intergenerational elder abuse. Royal Lepage fundraised over $45 thousand dollars to operate the shelter and where instrumental in activating the community home repairs businesses to give of their time and products to renovate this safe house. We would not have been able to do this without Royal Lepage. If you wish to continue the legacy that Royal Lepage started, you can call 403-343-6074 and make a designated donation to the Golden Circle Safe House or to get more information and support on Elder Abuse.
Mengagement
The Mengagement group invites the men of Red Deer and area to join for fun and fellowship for men. June 3, 1:00 pm – Mengagement Gathering > Zoom – What’s Your Next Move? Presentation
June 10, 1:00 pm – Mengagement Gathering > Zoom – Tour Korea with Peter Gowns
June 17, 1:00 pm – Falls Prevention Presentation
June 24, 1:00 pm – Social Gathering
If you wish to be on the zoom invitation list please contact Bonnie Lewis at [email protected]
Frozen Meals
The Golden Circle has a frozen meal program to help maintain good nutrition. During recovery from surgery, when dealing with depression or just the inability to manage cooking, this program will be able to help with that. We have a wide variety of entries to choose from. Our menu can be found on our website www.goldencircle.ca or you can call us at 403-343-6074 to get more information. During COVID 19 we are delivering the orders free of charge because we are closed to the public so pick up orders are not an option.
New Outreach Programs
Zoom Tech Help, once a week on Tuesdays from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. Connect with the Golden Circle and learn how to use Zoom to connect with friends, family, your church groups and more.
Coffee Hour, once a week on Tuesdays, from 11:00 am to Noon. Welcome to our safe and inclusive virtual space, bring your favourite coffee/tea beverage and connect with your peers, new and old friends online for an hour each week. Contact [email protected] for more information on these two new programs. We are only a call away at 403-343-6074.
