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
• Snow shovelling
• Painting
• One-time deep cleaning
Pay: $20.00/hr
• Minimum 2 hours for housekeeping
• Minimum 1 hour for snow shovelling
Clients pay workers directly.
Want to become a Brokered Worker?
Contact us today!
403-343-6074
[email protected]
Community News
Outreach Services – We Come to You!
Our Outreach Department is made up of compassionate Coordinators, trained volunteers, and Brokered Workers who help older adults age in place, maintain independence, and enhance their quality of life — all from the comfort of your home.
Need help with any of the following?
• Applying for the Alberta Seniors Benefit
• Completing government forms
• Home maintenance or yard care
• Finding housing resources
• Transportation to medical appointments
Call 403-343-6074 to book an appointment and get connected with an Outreach Coordinator who will complete an intake and develop a personalized care plan.
Referrals are welcomed from individuals, families, friends, caregivers, other agencies, and healthcare professionals.
Hearing Aids & Summer
As temperatures rise, it’s important to understand how to take care of your hearing aids. Beware of Heat! Avoid putting your hearing aids in places that attract heat quickly – like the glove compartment or console in your car. Stay Away from Moisture! Remember to take your hearing aids out before swimming or if you’re caught in the rain. Keep ‘em Clean! Warm, humid weather creates a breeding ground for germs and bacteria. You can use a soft, damp cloth to wipe away dirt and debris from your hearing aids. Follow these simple tips and get outside to enjoy the warm weather.
June Events for Seniors at RDPL
Red Deer Cancer Connect (June 3 & 17)
Bring, Brag, Break with the Alberta Genealogical Society (June 14)
Readers’ Theatre (June 19)
Sip n’ Stitch (June 19)
Затишні Вечори: Cozy Evenings for Ukrainian Seniors (June 19)
ParticipACTION Community Challenge: Mayor Walk (June 25)
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
Book of the Month:
Eat Your Age: Feel Younger, Be Happier, Live Longer by Ian Smith
Getting old may be inevitable, but feeling old is not! By eating the right foods, keeping tabs on the right numbers, moving the right way, and sleeping better, we can slow the hands on the proverbial clock.
Available to borrow from Red Deer Public Library at rdpl.org
Celebrate Seniors’ Week at the Golden Circle!
Since 1986, Seniors’ Week has honored the incredible contributions seniors make to life in Alberta. Inspired by the late Alice Modin, this annual celebration is all about recognizing the role seniors play in enhancing our communities. Kickoff BBQ – June 2nd
Join us at the Golden Circle from 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM to launch Seniors’ Week with a fantastic community BBQ!
Activities Include:
• Live entertainment
• Lawn games
• Rickshaw rides
• Head massages (offered from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
For full Seniors’ Week details, visit our website.
June is Men’s Health Month
Men’s Health Awareness Month, observed each June, shines a spotlight on the unique health challenges men face. It aims to encourage early detection and treatment of diseases like prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and heart disease. The month promotes regular check-ups, healthier lifestyles, and open conversations about mental health—an often-overlooked issue among men. Awareness campaigns seek to break stigmas and inspire men to prioritize their well-being. Through community events, educational outreach, and support networks, Men’s Health Awareness Month empowers individuals to take control of their health and fosters a culture where seeking help is seen as a strength, not a weakness.
Be Safe in the Sun
Skin cancer is one of the most common and preventable forms of cancer. Apply SPF of at least 30 to 50—every two to four hours you are outdoors or riding in a car. Routinely wearing a quality pair of sunglasses protects the eyes from cataracts, a condition common among older adults. Look for a pair with a label showing they block 100% of UVA and UVB rays. As we grow older, the body doesn’t adjust to changes in temperature and humidity as quickly as in younger days. This puts seniors at higher risk for dehydration and sun-related illnesses, like heat stroke – so make sure to keep hydrated!
Book Club:
The Harvard Medical School Guide to Men’s Health – distills 25 years of research on men’s health into a comprehensive resource. It covers diet, exercise, supplements, and diseases like prostate cancer. The guide also offers advice on alcohol consumption, stress control, and navigating the healthcare system, making it an essential reference for men’s health. Ask at your local bookstore.
June Brain Teasers
1. What five-letter word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it?
2. A man was walking in the rain. He was in the middle of nowhere.He came home all wet, but not a single hair on his head was wet. Why is that?
3. What do an island and the letter t have in common?
Brain Teaser Answers
1. Short
2. The man was bald.
3. They are both in the middle of water.
