If you spend time in wooded, shrubby, or grassy areas, it’s important to check yourself for ticks. Deer ticks (aka black-legged ticks) carry bacteria that can cause Lyme disease. A “bull’s-eye” skin rash and flu-like symptoms are common signs of the condition. Lyme disease is typically treated with doctor-prescribed antibiotics. To avoid tick bites, avoid brushing against vegetation, wear light-coloured long-sleeved shirts and pants, and use insect repellent containing DEET. If you find an embedded tick, gently remove it using tweezers by pulling close to the skin and avoid squeezing the tick. Clean the bite wound thoroughly.

The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation has a mission to raise funds to support healthcare needs in the regional community. This means all donations made to the Foundation are used to purchase equipment and support programming in our hospital: There are numerous ways you can donate: *In memory of a loved one *In honour of someone special *To give thanks for care received *In celebration of a special event *Through Planned Giving in your estate/will *Through corporate philanthropy *By hosting a fundraiser. Whether you direct your give to the area of greatest need, to a specific area or for long term investment, you can be sure that your donation is making a difference in the community. All donations in excess of $1,000 cumulative will be included on the BRHC Foundation Donor Wall. For more information or to make a donation visit our website at www.brhcfoundation.ca

Lepp’s Family Farm is owned by Janelle and Daniel Lepp in Elm Creek, Southern Manitoba. They both come from a long line of family farmers stretching all the way back to 1879 on Janelle’s side and 1926 on Daniel’s. The family’s true passion lies with wholesome, quality natural products, all of which have been sustainably grown in Canada and produced without any additives or preservatives. If you’re looking for gluten-free products, try their oat flour, rolled oats, and quick oats, which have been rigorously tested for quality and consistency. You can find all of these products in our Wellness Department!

We’ve had the privilege of assisting many families with their funeral pre-planning. During the time we’ve spent with them, we’ve learned more about the reasons behind their decision to take funeral pre-planning seriously.

What We’ve Heard Over the Years

-Pre-planning my funeral was my way of showing my family just how much I love them.

-In pre-paying for my funeral arrangements, I’ve lessened the financial burden on those people I leave behind.

-I’m very independent and have always made all my own decisions.

-Some say I like to be in control of everything and they’re right!

-This way my family knows exactly what I want. No one has to get angry or fight, and no one has to feel guilty about making the wrong decision. When I’m gone, they will know what I want.

-I remember when my mother died. None of us kids knew what to do and absolutely none of us knew what she wanted. No one bothered to ask! I’m just not going to wait for my kids to ask me what I want. I’m going to tell them.

-I guess it’s because I want things done my way. I want to provide my funeral pre-arrangements to our local funeral home to make sure I get what I want.

These are just a few of the comments we’ve heard during funeral pre-arrangements. Chances are pretty good that some of these statements are true for you as well.

If any of the above reasons sound like you, Call Memories Chapel today at 204.727.0330 to learn about how to get your pre-planning decisions recorded.

Emergency Lock Box
Have your ever asked yourself, how could I be rescued if my door was locked? Time is of the essence during a fire or medical emergency. Install a Lock Box – a small weather-resistant metal box that securely holds a set of keys. Should an emergency occur while you are unable to open the door or get out of the residence, Brandon Fires & Emergency Services can access your property without having to break in. Contact Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. for more information.
40th Anniversary Celebrations
We have many exciting activities coming up this year to celebrate our 40th Anniversary at Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. To commemorate we held a High Tea gathering in April and conducted a ceremonial opening of our Patio and Vegetable Garden with a Volunteer Recognition BBQ on June 1st. We recently held our AGM highlighting the successes and a promotional video that was prepared by students from Vincent Massey High School in Brandon. We are planning a Trade Fair, Yard Sale and BBQ for Saturday, August 13, 2022. We are also planning for an Open House coming up in October and the Official 40th Anniversary Celebration in November. Please be watching for these events in our Newsletter, on our bulletin board and on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/brandonsfors
Men’s Club
Did you know that Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. had a Men’s Club? For approximately 2.5 years, the Men’s Club has created a workspace where like-minded men can work shoulder-to-shoulder. Local volunteer men created this club to address a growing need to provide a safe space for men to meet weekly, share ideas, life experiences and provide value to Brandon. If you are interested in becoming a member to participate in workshops, presentations, games, small projects or just a friendly male voice, then please feel free to reach out to us at reception@brandons4s.ca or (204) 571-2050. The group meet every Wednesday from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM at 311 Park Avenue East in Brandon.
TAPS (Technology Access Program for Seniors)
Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. recently concluded the iPad training however we plan to conduct one-on-one technology training over the summer once we have our three (3) students in place. We will continue to host various social workshops at our facility. For more information on upcoming workshops, we suggest following our Facebook page or by emailing us at reception@brandons4s.ca or (204) 571-2050.
Promotional Videos
Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. has worked with the Media Arts students at Vincent Massey High School to create multiple promotional videos. We are excited about these latest videos as they will support our marketing efforts across various media platforms. Please keep a watchful eye as we slowly introduce these videos through our various marketing mediums throughout the year.

As we know, Manitoba summer temperatures can reach 30+ degrees Celsius. This can pose a real problem for young children as well as older adults as their bodies can have trouble compensating to sudden changes in temperatures. Symptoms to monitor for while in the sun are excessive sweating, increased fatigue, altered mental state, slurred speech, weakness, dizziness, headache, or muscle cramps. If you suspect someone is suffering from a heat-related illness, try to get that person into a shaded area or indoors if possible, apply a cool dampened cloth to their head and extremities, and offer chilled fluids if the individual can safely swallow.

Schriemer Family Farm was founded by Trevor & Hendricks Schriemer after they moved to Otterburne, MB in 1999. Trevor’s experience in owning and operating his father’s Fruit Market business gave him an understanding on consumer’s demands, leading him to start a farm. They’re now a multigenerational farm that grows a variety of quality vegetables. You can pick-up their delicious cucumbers and grape and hothouse tomatoes in our Produce Department.

The 2022 Gala Committee is pleased to present tickets and sponsorship opportunities available for the 30th Gala Dinner and Dance planned for September 24. The Gala Committee is comprised of a group of community volunteers who have seen many years of success. We hope to continue this successful path with the 2022 event. You can help make that happen! In 2020/21, proceeds of $77,977 were used for the NICU Stay Within Reach Renovation project. Once completed, the renovations will allow parents of NICU babes a comfortable environment to stay while remaining close to their new baby. The proceeds from 2022 will be used for the purchase of much needed equipment at the BRHC.