It’s time to shake off the winter blues and brighten your spirit by bringing a little greenery into your home. Make it feel like spring by starting some seeds indoors. Here are some tips to make your indoor garden a success: 1) Choose easy seeds like tomato, lettuce, marigold, and cosmos. 2) Choose containers with good drainage – these can even be recycled plastic food containers. 3) Follow instructions on the seed packets so you know when and how to plant your seeds. 4) Place containers in a warm, bright location and keep the soil moist.
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Prevent and Treat Iron Deficiency
1.85 million Canadians suffer from iron deficiency*.
To ensure that you aren’t one of those, speak to your healthcare provider to ensure that you are meeting your iron needs. Iron is found in specific food sources, however if you are not meeting your iron requirements, iron supplements are available. There’s a once daily dosing option with the highest amount of elemental heme iron, and better gastrointestinal tolerability available. You no longer have to suffer from the well-known side effects of iron supplements or take 2-3 capsules a day. Cheers to the Power of One.
HEMAFORTE 1™ can be purchased at www.hemaforte.ca
or your local pharmacy. Please give your pharmacist the product codes McKesson #146492 and #146497.
*5% of Canadians have iron deficiency, as per Statistics Canada reports. Statistics Canada. Iron Sufficiency of Canadians. Catalogue no. 82-003-XPE Health Reports, Vol. 23, no. 4. December 2012.
HEMAFORTE 1, Seaford Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Dementia Online Support Groups
Being diagnosed with dementia raises uncertainty, fears, and unknowns. The Alzheimer Society is a place to turn for a community of services, support and experts that can help ease some of these concerns. One way to feel connected is through our weekly virtual support groups both for people living with dementia and for their care partners. It’s a great way to connect, interact with and learn from others in a safe environment where you can share, laugh, and help each other through mutual understanding. Learn more about our support groups and other programs on our website at Alzheimer.mb.ca.
Avoiding Cheilitis from Dentures
People who wear dentures can sometimes experience an infection of the mouth called cheilitis, which can cause painful inflammation and cracks at the corners of the mouth. This is often due to an overgrowth of yeast from dentures that fit improperly. Yeast is always present in our mouths, but certain issues can cause it to accumulate and cause infections like cheilitis. It’s important to visit your denturist regularly (at least once a year) so they can make any necessary adjustments to refit your dentures. Be sure to clean your dentures daily and chew on both sides to maintain proper fit.
Out to Lunch
Join us at Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. for our “Out to Lunch” get together, every Friday at noon. Only $10.00 for members and $12.00 for non-members for a delicious home cooked meal. Please call 204-571-2053 to book a spot because right now we are limited in our capacity.
Dinner is Served
“Dinner is Served” is a healthy meal program by Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. For only $10.00 you will receive a complete home-cooked meal. Order as many meals as you wish on Friday, we have a variety of seven different meals, and they will be delivered free to you on the next Friday by our friendly volunteers. Check out the menu on our website.
Victoria Lifeline
If you are like most seniors, you want to maintain your independence and remain active. You don’t want an accidental fall or medical emergency to jeopardize your ability to live independently at home. You are always connected to our 24/7 Response Centre. With a push of your medical alert button – you can get help you need. Call 204-571-2053 to get more information from Brandon Seniors for Seniors.
Heart Health at Pharmasave
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, often goes unrecognized and untreated because there are no symptoms. Your pharmacist can help you reduce your risk for heart attack and stroke, by: 1. Reviewing your medications, helping you take them as prescribed and managing potential side effects. 2. Teaching you how to use a blood pressure monitoring device properly and testing your blood pressure regularly. 3. Advising you how to maintain a healthy weight, and a diet that’s low in sodium. and 4. Guiding you through a step-by-step quit smoking plan. Learn more about how to keep your blood pressure under control by speaking with your pharmacist.
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.
Join the Club!
Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. is a great place to meet people, learn new skills and have fun. Everyone is invited to get involved; yoga classes, line dancing, exercise group, foot care, computer club, men’s club, Stitch n chat, cribbage, clogging, movie and games afternoon and new for this month is iPad training in partnership with Vincent Massey students. Some of the benefits of becoming a member are your membership is on a year-to-year basis, reduced rates when attending activities and a voice in the direction the organizations takes to better our community.
Tips for Staying Mentally Sharp
While many of us are spending more time at home, and possibly watching more television, it’s important to remember that your brain needs to stay in shape too! As we get older, the brain starts to experience normal age-related declines just like every other part of the body. So here are a few tips to improve your mental fitness: Learn something new – the brain is a learning machine and needs to be continually challenged to stay sharp. Incorporate some skill-based games like chess, sudoku, or crossword puzzles into your routine and try to exercise more – fit people have fit brains!
