Community News
Westerner Pancake Breakfast!

Tuesday, July 16th | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
At The Golden Circle
Come on down to The Golden Circle for a delicious Westerner Pancake Breakfast on July 16th! Start your morning with fluffy pancakes, sizzling sausages, and great company — then stick around and enjoy the Westerner Days Parade right outside our doors!
Everyone’s welcome — bring your friends, family, and your cowboy hat!

Looking for Fun & Connection?

We’ve got it all at The Golden Circle Resource Centre! Do you miss connecting with others? Love to play cards, line dance, or Zumba or want to give something a try? We do all that and more! The Golden Circle is open to adults 18+ and we’d love to have you join us for some fun, friendship, and community. For a list of events and programs, call us at 403-343-6074 or check out our monthly calendar at www.goldencircle.ca

Enjoy a Meal at the Golden Circle!

Affordable, Delicious Meals — Just Like the Good Old Days!
We’re now serving five meals a week, Monday to Friday:
• Hot Meals
Monday & Wednesday 11:30AM – 1:30 PM
$10 for members | $12 for non-members
• Soup & Sandwich
Tuesday & Thursday 11:30AM – 1:30 PM
$9 for members | $11 for non-members
• Friday Breakfast 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
$9 for members | $11 for non-members. Come enjoy a meal, make a new friend, and be part of our vibrant community!

Heat-Induced Asthma Attacks

Summer heat can pose challenges for individuals with asthma. The combination of hot weather, high humidity, and air pollution can trigger asthma symptoms and exacerbate respiratory issues. Heat and humidity can cause airways to constrict, making it harder to breathe. Pollutants and allergens can also become more prevalent during the summer, further aggravating asthma symptoms. It is crucial for asthmatics to take preventive measures, such as staying hydrated, avoiding prolonged exposure to extreme heat, and seeking shade or air-conditioned environments when necessary. Additionally, following a prescribed asthma management plan, taking medications as directed, and keeping rescue inhalers on hand are essential for managing asthma during the summer months.

Hear Every Moment of Your Vacation

Vacations are filled with unforgettable sights, sounds, and experiences—from waves crashing on the shore to laughter around the campfire. To truly make the most of your getaway, don’t overlook your hearing health. If you wear hearing aids, make sure they’re clean, charged, and travel-ready. Pack extra batteries or a charger, and consider a waterproof case for added protection. If you’re noticing changes in your hearing, book a hearing check before you go. Clear hearing helps you stay connected, safe, and fully immersed—so you can savor every conversation, sound, and memory your travels bring.

July Events for Seniors at RDPL

Creative Writing Crash Course (every Wednesday)
First Thursday Concert Series: Polka Dot Dixies in City Hall Park (July 3)
Fancy Women Bike Ride: Strong, Fancy, and Free (July 13)
Red Deer Cancer Connect (July 15)
Затишні Вечори: Cozy Evenings for Ukrainian Seniors (July 23)
Happy Ever After Book Club (July 28)
Read or Reread Book Club: Jane Austen (July 30)
For full details, visit rdpl.org/events

Brokered Workers Needed

Thanks to new grant funding, we have our Outreach Programming into Red Deer County and nearby rural communities — and we need your help! The Golden Circle’s Brokered Worker Program offers:
• Light housekeeping
• Lawn and garden care
• Minor handyman repairs
• Painting
• One-time deep cleaning
Pay: $20.00/hr
• Minimum 2 hours for housekeeping
Clients pay workers directly.
Want to become a Brokered Worker?
Contact us today and ask for Sandy!
403-343-6074
[email protected]

Book of the Month:

Live Forever? a Curious Scientist’s Guide to Wellness, Ageing and Death by John S. Tregoning. Live Forever? offers compelling insight into how our bodies work, how we can best look after them and ultimately live longer, healthier lives. Available to borrow from Red Deer Public Library at rdpl.org

Clean Eating Recipe

Ginger Mojito Mocktail. 1-inch grated ginger. 1-inch grated cucumber. Juice of half a lime. 6 mint leaves. 1 cup sparkling water. Muddle ginger, cucumber, and lime in a bowl. Strain the mixture into your glass using a small strainer. rub mint leaves together and place in glass. Add ice and top with half ginger beer, half sparkling water. Stir and garnish with your choice of lime wheels, ginger, cucumber or mint. Enjoy!

Book Club:

Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence.
In Dopamine Nation, Dr. Anna Lembke, psychiatrist and author, explores the exciting new scientific discoveries that explain why the relentless pursuit of pleasure leads to pain . . . and what to do about it. Condensing complex neuroscience into easy-to-understand metaphors, Lembke illustrates how finding contentment and connectedness means keeping dopamine in check.