Did you know that spending time outdoors and connecting with others can have a powerful impact on your mental well-being? One of the most effective ways to support your mental health, at any age, is by strengthening your social connections. For older adults, certain life events like retirement, illness, the passing of a spouse, or adult children moving away can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation. These feelings can take a real toll on mental health. But there’s good news: social connectedness boosts well-being. And when connection grows, mental health often improves, too.
So why not stop by the Golden Circle? It’s a welcoming space to meet new people, make friends, and be part of a supportive, vibrant community of older adults. Let’s take care of our mental health—together.
Community News
May Trivia
.1 I map out the years, a tale they unveil, A smile, a sorrow, a laugh in detail. What am I, life’s true portrayal? 2. I help you move with balance and care, A structured routine to repair what’s there. What am I that makes you aware? 3. What is it that always goes up but never down?
Book of the Month:
Healing the Modern Brain: Nine Tenets to Build Mental Fitness and Revitalize Your Mind by Drew Ramsey. A doctor presents a holistic approach to mental fitness, combining science and clinical practice to help nurture mental health and heal conditions like depression and anxiety amidst the challenges of modern life. Available to borrow from Red Deer Public Library at rdpl.org
May Events for Seniors at RDPL
Red Deer Cancer Connect (May 6 & 20) Travel Memories: Camino Frances (May 7) Bring, Brag, Break with the Alberta Genealogical Society (May 10) Symphony at the Snell with Red Deer Symphony Orchestra (May 10) Friends’ Book Sale (May 15-18) Readers’ Theatre (May 15) Sip n’ Stitch (May 15) Затишні Вечори: Cozy Evenings for Ukrainian Seniors (May 15) First Thursday Concert Series (first Thursday of each month) Book Clubs (various dates/times) Red Deer Reads 2025 (details at rdpl.org/reddeerreads)
For full details, visit rdpl.org/events
May Events at the Golden Circle
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Us at The Golden Circle!
Mother’s Day Brunch – Saturday, May 11th. Join us at 9:00 AM or 12:00 PM for a special brunch to celebrate the amazing moms in our lives! Enjoy:
A full breakfast buffet
A complimentary rose and mimosa for mom
A family photo to capture the moment
Pricing:
Adults: $35
Kids under 12: $15
Children 2 and under: Free
For tickets or more info, contact the Front Desk at 403-343-6074.
Soup & Sandwich + Live Music – Monday, May 12th
Celebrate moms again with a cozy Soup & Sandwich lunch, plus a live band to keep the good vibes going! Don’t miss this fun, relaxing afternoon. Line Dancing Drop-In – Starts Tuesday, May 6th
Dust off those boots! Line dancing is back for the summer.
Weekly Schedule:
Tuesdays: 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Thursdays: 1:30 – 3:00 PM
All levels welcome – no experience needed! Mengagement Group – Every Thursday at 1:00 PM
Hey fellas! Seeking engaging conversation and exceptional company?
Come hang out with our Mengagement Group, where men gather to chat about anything and everything. It’s casual, it’s fun, and it’s just for you.Come on out and give it a try!
Mother’s Day Brunch
Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at The Golden Circle!
Mother’s Day Brunch – Saturday, May 11th. Join us at 9:00 AM or 12:00 PM for a special brunch to celebrate the amazing moms in our lives! Enjoy:
A full breakfast buffet
A complimentary rose and mimosa for mom
A family photo to capture the moment
Pricing:
Adults: $35
Kids under 12: $15
Children 2 and under: Free
For tickets or more info, contact the Front Desk at 403-343-6074.
Did You Know?
Your eyes have more active muscles than any other part of your body, and they are responsible for over 50% of the brain’s functionality. Also, your eyes have blind spots where the optic nerve and retina connect, but your brain fills in the missing information.
Eye Healthy Recipe
Easy Green Smoothie. This refreshing smoothie is hydrating and filled with vitamins for your eyes, such as – vitamin K, lutein, zeaxanthin, carotenoids. A handful of spinach. 1½ cups frozen pineapple chunks. 1½ cups frozen peach chunks. 1 banana. 1 can light coconut milk (400 ml). 1 tsp. of ground flax and hemp seeds. Add ingredients to blender. Add fresh spinach, fruit, and coconut milk into a blender. Blend & Enjoy!
May is Eye Health Month
Senior eye health is essential for maintaining independence and quality of life. As we age, the risk of eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy increases. Regular eye exams can detect these issues early, improving the chances of effective treatment. Seniors may also experience changes in vision clarity, color perception, and tear production. Protecting eye health includes managing chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, wearing sunglasses to block UV rays, eating a nutrient-rich diet, and avoiding smoking. Staying proactive with eye care helps seniors preserve their vision and continue enjoying daily activities safely and confidently.
Preventing Lyme Disease
It’s tick season here in Alberta. There are more than 40 species of ticks in Canada, mostly found in grassy and wooded areas with trees, shrubs, and piles of leaves. Avoiding tick bites is the best way to prevent Lyme Disease. Here’s how you can keep yourself bite-free when spending time outdoors: 1) Wear closed-toe shoes and light-coloured long sleeves shirts and pants. 2) Walk on cleared paths or walkways. 3) Use bug spray with DEET or icaridin. 4) After being outside, check yourself, children, gear, and pets for ticks, bathe, and put all clothes worn outdoors into a dryer for 10-20 minutes. Speak to your Central Alberta Co-op Pharmacist for more information.
May is Better Speech & Hearing Month!
Did you know that the entire month of May is dedicated to Better Speech and Hearing? During May, the hearing care industry makes a special effort to educate the public about hearing loss. Helen Keller once said that of all her sensory deprivations, she most missed her ability to hear. She noted that while blindness kept her separate from things, hearing loss separated her from people. Hearing impairment not only affects your ability to understand speech, but it also has a negative impact on your social and emotional well-being, as you struggle to carry on meaningful conversations and avoid activities.
