This (E.R.I.K) kit could save your life. It includes: Health Information Form where you list your medication, Family Doctor, Pharmacy, Allergies, Health Card Number, Health Care Directive or Living Will. Return the completed forms to the plastic folder and place it on the front of your fridge. A red sticker is included in your package which you will put on your front door. The emergency response team will see the sticker and will know to go to your fridge. Your FREE KIT can be picked up at Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. 311 Park Ave. East.

Mexican Chicken and Rice (Gluten Free) – Marg Foley. 2 c. shredded chicken. ¼ c. cream cheese. 2 c. cooked rice. ½ c. chunky salsa. 1 (15 oz.) can drained black beans. 1 tsp. cumin. 1 tsp. garlic powder. 2 c. Tex-Mex cheese. 1 tsp. onion powder. Reserve 1 cup cheese for topping. Mix all ingredients together and place in an 8 x 8 inch dish. Top with reserved cheese. Bake at 350F for 25 minutes, covered with foil. Remove the foil in the last 5 minutes. More great recipes are found in our Cooking Through the COVID-19 Pandemic cookbook – just $10 at the Centre

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a disorder where a person has the urge to move their legs, especially at bedtime. The urge is relieved by moving the legs. The cause of RLS is not known, but many of those affected are iron deficient. Roughly 5-15% of the general population has RLS. It is more common in women and older people. There are some activities that may help with RLS symptoms before prescription medications are tried. Hot baths, exercise, and stretching may help. Some drugs may worsen symptoms, so speak with a pharmacist.

Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. is looking for gently used medical equipment and assistive devices, such as Wheelchairs, Walkers, and Canes, to assist individuals in need. Donated equipment can have a significant positive impact on the quality of a person’s daily life. Please call 204-571-2050.

Are you banging up against a stump in your yard? Are old stumps a tripping hazard? Are bugs and vermin using a stump near the house as a beachhead? New equipment makes removing stumps easier than ever. The width of a common garden gate, the tracked unit with auto sweep can go 8”- 12” deep, removing the woody material and roots. A line locate is generally required to ensure that the stump removal can be done safely. After the stump is removed (depending on location) it can be planted back to grass or another plant can be planted.

Do you realize we take our feet for granted? Of course we do! So here are some simple tips to keep our feet in good health. Check your feet daily before you put on your socks and then again before you put on your shoes. Wear white socks so it is easier to see if you have damaged your foot. And, if you are shoe shopping, do that in the morning when swelling is not so prominent. If you have any concerns about your feet follow up with your family doctor, podiatrist, or your favorite foot care nurse.

Canada Purple Shield is a company that provides insurance designed specifically for funeral expenses. We help individuals provide for their funeral plans by funding those expenses ahead of need, otherwise known as “Preneed.” We do this by working closely with local funeral homes across the province through our Canada Purple Shield Program. We are the nationwide leader in our industry. JOY Bowman is here to answer your questions. Give her a call at 204-761-3637

If you or if you know of someone who needs help with their meals, this is a great option for them. “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 a Friday and they will be delivered the following Friday for free by friendly volunteers. Check out the menu at website BrandonS4S or call 204-571-2050 for more information.

The Board of Directors of the Brandon Regional Health Centre would like to express our sincerest thank you for the incredible support we received in 2020. “Even a global pandemic and social distancing mandates can’t stop the generosity of our donors in Westman and beyond! Words can’t describe how grateful we are to each and every donor out there that allowed us to purchase over $1.2 million dollars in much needed equipment for the Brandon Regional Health Centre this year. A special thanks as well to our hard-working staff and board of directors.” Visit our website for a full listing of all the 2020 purchases.