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New Year, New You!

Invest in yourself this year with a Personalized Plan to support your health! Choice Nutrition’s expertise in leveraging alternative and holistic treatment approaches, proven effective for over three decades, aims to enhance, restore, or sustain good health. They’ll identify your unique needs and merge the best of natural and conventional healthcare to maximize your health using: 1) Professional-grade custom formula nutritional supplements. 2) Therapies and Services – Naturopathic Consultations, Integrative Microscopy & Cancer Care, Acupuncture, IV Therapy, Sensitivity Testing, Low Intensity Laser, Heavy Metal Testing, Custom Orthotics, Wellness Detox Room, along with Massage, Reflexology, and Reiki being offered.

Draft-Free Windows, Healthier Living

Energy-Efficient Windows Matter.
Older windows and/or Improper window installation can allow cold air to seep into your home, creating drafts that make your heating system work overtime. Those breezes don’t just raise power consumption—they can also contribute to respiratory issues, worsen allergies, and increase moisture build up that may lead to mold growth. Today’s newer windows come with Energy Ratings which combines several factors, based on climate criteria, and minimized air leakage through the window. Even the most energy efficient windows can perform poorly with improper installation. Protect your comfort, your budget, and your wellbeing with the right windows and professional installation.

Compassion Beyond the Holidays

As the holiday lights dim and the excitement of the season fades, routines return to normal, many seniors in nursing homes can feel an emotional drop. A simple visit, a warm conversation, or a small act of kindness helps prevent loneliness and reminds residents they are valued—not only during the holidays, but EVERY DAY of the year. Small gestures, phone calls or visits from family and friends OUTSIDE any “Special Day or Holiday” can create a sense of comfort long after the season or special day has passed. HAPPY NEW YEAR Everyone!

The Gift of Prescence

Visiting family and loved ones during the holiday season brings warmth, comfort, and a sense of belonging to Care Home residents who cannot be with their families during the Holidays. These visits brighten spirits, ease feelings of isolation, and strengthen emotional well-being. Whether it’s reminiscing over shared memories, recalling long standing Family Traditions, or simply enjoying each other’s presence, the time spent together is deeply meaningful. Even brief or virtual visits show love and care—reminding residents they are valued, remembered, loved and never alone during this special time of year.

A Season of Compassion

As Christmas approaches, it’s a time to open our hearts — not only to friends and family, but also to the animals who rely on our care. Local SPCAs work tirelessly to provide warmth, safety, and love to abandoned or neglected pets, especially through the cold winter months. Donating food, blankets, or funds can make a world of difference. This season, share the true spirit of Christmas — compassion, kindness, and a helping hand for every paw in need

Life Improvement Programs

Catholic Family Services offers a variety of group programs led by qualified and experienced facilitators. We bring our programs into the community including Prince Albert and area schools. Programs are also offered at the CFS offices or in partnership with other community agencies.
The Life Improvement Programs cover a variety of topics including parenting, anger management for children, teens, and adults, helping families deal with grief, communication issues, helping children deal with separation and divorce, or other life changing issues.
Fees for programs are based on funding available. However, no one is turned away.
To register for our programs or for more information, please call
306 922-3202 or email: [email protected]

Gluten and Dairy Free Fudge

Ingredients ½ cups Coconut Milk, Canned 2 tablespoons Butter, Dairy Free 1 cup Chocolate Chips, Dairy Free 3 ½ cups Powdered Sugar ½ cups Cocoa Powder ½ teaspoons Vanilla Extract 1 cup Toasted Coconut Flakes
Line 8 x 8 pans with parchment paper.
In a sauce pan over medium heat, warm the coconut milk and dairy free butter until it melts and there are a few bubbles just begin to break the surface of the mixture.
Turn off heat and dump the chocolate chips into pan.
Allow to sit for a couple of minutes to melt the chocolate.
When chocolate has softened, whisk the chocolate and coconut milk mixture.
Add half of the sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder and whisk well.
Add remainder of the powdered sugar and cocoa powder and the vanilla.
Whisk well until very smooth.
Immediately pour into your prepared pan.
Sprinkle coconut (or broken up candy canes) on top of fudge, pressing gently to adhere to the fudge.
Allow fudge to cool to room temperature.
Cover well and chill in the refrigerator for an hour.
Use a sharp knife to slice fudge before serving.

Winter Home Hazzards

Winter weather can quietly impact your home and health. Poor insulation and blocked vents trap moisture, leading to mold and mildew that trigger allergies and breathing issues. Frozen pipes, roof leaks, and condensation can worsen air quality. Regular maintenance and proper ventilation help prevent these cold-season health hazards.

Giving your Product/Service a Voice

Not every product or service is easy to Promote. Some require more than a catchy slogan or visual Ad— That’s where the power of an editorial in the WellnessNEWS comes in. Unlike a traditional visual Advertisement, an Editorial allows you to PROVIDE INFORMATION, EXPLAIN the HEALTH BENEFITS, or PROVIDE TIPS and INFORMATION to Readers to help prevent a potential health/wellness issue. Readers engage with the editorials differently than they do with Visual Ads. They’re not just being told to buy a product or service—they are being educated and informed. Given time to understand the benefits to their health and wellbeing your service or product provides. Call today to see how We can HELP YOU, help OTHERS!

Harm Reduction Advocation

Some call Hard Knox Talks an addiction recovery podcast. Others call us harm reduction advocates. Hard Knox Talks is a live streaming video podcast centered around all things substance use. From inspiring stories of recovery to useful information about drug policy, and current events, find new Hard Knox Talks episodes every week on YouTube or on your favorite audio podcast platform. We won’t dissapoint!

Health Benefits of Adjustable Beds

Adjustable beds offer numerous health benefits; improved sleep quality by alleviating discomfort and reducing snoring; alleviate acid reflux by elevating the upper body; ease back pain by supporting the spine’s natural curvature; and aid respiratory issues by opening airways. Raising the legs also enhances circulation and reduces swelling, while adjusting the bed’s height aids mobility. These beds are beneficial for recovery from surgery or injury and provide customized support. However, consulting a healthcare professional before purchase is advisable, especially for individuals with specific medical concerns