1-inch grated ginger. 1-inch grated cucumber. Juice of half a lime. 6 mint leaves. 1 cup sparkling water. Muddle ginger, cucumber, and lime in a bowl. Strain the mixture into your glass using a small strainer. rub mint leaves together and place in glass. Add ice and top with half ginger beer, half sparkling water. Stir and garnish with your choice of lime wheels, ginger, cucumber or mint. Enjoy!

Funeral directors are caregivers, administrators, event planners, as well as listeners and supporters. They make the arrangements and implement the choices made for final disposition and memorial service. It is important for you to have the conversation with family now to plan ahead to record your wishes.

It’s hard enough to think about death without having to consider the financial realities that go along with it. Making the right decisions about funeral and memorial expenses can be especially tough when grieving the loss of a loved one. The cost of funerals and cemetery services is unavoidable – but you can cut those costs and protect your family in advance, with well-informed estate planning, you could save thousands of dollars, and spare your spouse and children from financial and emotional burden, as well reduce their emotional stress of knowing what you would have wanted when that time comes.

Navigating the struggle of suicide prevention involves seeking
support from friends, family, and professionals. Finding
helpful tools such as the Embracing Life App (Scan the QR
code in our Ad) or finding other immediate assistance sources
are key to prevention, along with therapy which provides
coping strategies, and staying connected to help combat
isolation. Educate yourself about warning signs, whether it be
for yourself, a loved one, a child in need, create a safety plan,
encourage professional help. Remember, you are NOT alone—
reach out. Prioritize safety, seek help, and work towards a
healthier, more hopeful tomorrow. Embrace life!
Prince Albert Grand Council, www.pagc.sk.ca

With such busy schedules, most people often don’t take enough time for themselves. Negative energy can affect us without our awareness, but if you find yourself more irritable this could be the reason. Journaling 5 positive things that happen each day helps to shift the mind away from the negative. Starting your day with deep breathing/prayer/yoga can help relieve stress and focus the body and mind for the day. Take social media and electronics break – which have been shown to have a negative effect on mood, sleep, and self-esteem. Instead, head outside, go for a walk, enjoy nature by yourself or call a friend to join you for a long overdue visit!

Valley Hill’s Youth Treatment Center believes in todays youth being given a second opportunity, and helps teach the skills needed to foster growth and development required to succeed. VHYT offers rehabilitation, mental health support, education, and strongly believes in teaching skill development for young individuals who have faced challenges or made mistakes. Our environment encourages personal growth, helps prevent repeat offenses, and assists youth to successfully reintegrate into today’s society. We offer a supportive community and restorative justice principles and empowers youth to learn from their past and create positive futures for themselves and role model for generations to come.

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! www.hardknoxtalks.com Daniel Hearn

June 15th marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a crucial reminder to protect and respect our elders. Elder abuse can manifest as physical, emotional, or financial harm, often perpetrated by trusted individuals. To combat this, be vigilant: look for signs of neglect, sudden financial changes, or unexplained injuries. Encourage open communication and support networks for seniors. If you suspect abuse, report it to local authorities immediately. Together, we can foster a safer, more compassionate environment for our aging population. Let’s honor and safeguard our elders’ dignity and well-being every day.