We have a couple of meal programs for healthy meals for seniors. Dinner is Served, for $10.00 you will receive a complete home-cooked meal. Out to lunch, is our noon meal every Friday. The cost is $10.00 for members and $12.00 for non-members. If you are interested in joining us, please call Linda at 204-571-2053 for details or to reserve your spot.

We now safely offer: Card games, Puzzles, Book Exchange Library, Movie afternoon, Meetings, Workshops, Shuffleboard, Line dancing, Yoga, Exercise groups, Stitch n Chat, Men’s’ Club.

In January there will be training sessions at Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. for seniors to learn how to use iPads. These training sessions will take place with students from Vincent Massey school. If interested call 204-571-2050 to have your name put on a list.

Want to make a difference in the lives of seniors in Brandon? Support your local Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. Donations (brandons4s.ca) or call 204-571-2053 for more information.

What is Medication Non-Adherence? Medication non-adherence is when a patient doesn’t take a medication, either willfully or inadvertently, as prescribed by their healthcare provider. Studies have shown that 50% of Canadians do not take their prescription medications exactly as prescribed. The reasons for this vary from a lack of information, to being afraid to take medication or believing it doesn’t work, to an inability to follow instructions that may be too complex. Each year, medication non-adherence results in many hospital admissions. Your pharmacist can help provide you with the information you need to make the right decisions about when and how to take your medications.

Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. welcomes all those who are 55 plus to our programs and events. Our organization is committed to communication with our membership. It is our goal to have open and honest access to information through newsletters and emails, so we can “get the word out.”

Unfortunately, dentures don’t last forever. Even the highest quality, most durable dentures will eventually need to be replaced. Full dentures last anywhere between 5 and 10 years, while partials have a maximum longevity of 15 years. During this time frame, both your mouth and your dentures can undergo major changes, resulting in an improper fit and unappealing appearance. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t care for them. If you look after your full and partial dentures properly, they can last for a long time! Be sure to clean them daily, soak them every night, and see your denturist regularly.

There’s been ongoing research that suggests that indoor plants not only purify the air, but have calming effects on your mental and physical health. Living in spaces abundant with plants can improve mood, reduce the negative effects of stress, encourage physical activity and other positive behaviors, improve cognition, reduce aggression, and enhance overall well-being. Here are a few plant ideas that add a splash of colour and good cheer to your home: Lavender – known for its relaxation-promoting properties. Peace Lillies – improves the flow of energy in your home and promotes well-being. Aloe Vera – known for its anti-inflammatory and air purifying properties, which could reduce anxiety and stress.

Look for locally-made Diana’s Artisan Pizza Dough. Diana Cline aka Canada’s Pizza Queen is a multiple-time international award-winning pizza chef. She is a partner in Diana’s Cucina and Lounge in Winnipeg, and has been featured on Food Network Canada’s Hit Show “You Gotta Eat Here!” and Food Network USA in an episode of ‘Guy’s Grocery Games’. Diana’s Artisan Pizza Doughs have a clean label, with only 7 ingredients that anyone can pronounce. Because of their versatility, they are very easy to use for panzerotties, flatbreads, strombolies, breadsticks and foccaccias. Diana’s Artisan Pizza doughs are available at Sobeys in 3 varieties: Moosehead Beer, Original White, and 100% Whole Wheat.