If you have been negatively impacted by crime or domestic violence—whether reported or unreported—and the incident happened within the City limits of Prince Albert, the Victim Services Unit (PAPS) is to here to HELP. You are NOT ALONE. Support is CONFIDENTIAL and ANONYMOUS. Victim Services provides IMMEDIATE emotional care, SAFETY PLANNING, and guidance through justice processes. By connecting individuals to counselling, shelters, and community resources, they help reduce trauma and ensure victims’ rights and well-being REMAIN a PRIORITY. Call 306-953-4357.
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Connect through Education
Are you trying to engage consumers to understand your product, service and the health and wellness benefits that it provides to them? Consumers engage with the Editorials differently than they do with Visual Ads. They are 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. 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. Give us a call today to learn more. Nikki Kardash-Puetz, Editor for WellnessNEWS
Thermography and Breast Health
October is breast cancer awareness month, and preventative health care and early detection are important factors when it comes to breast health. DITI (Digital Thermal Imaging) or Thermography is a non-invasive assessment tool using an infrared camera. This helps to visualize inflammation and dysfunction in the body to assess problems in the vascular, muscular, neural, and skeletal systems. For breast health, DITI can help create a baseline of healthy breast activity, and yearly DITI follow-ups can help detect potential physiological changes and abnormalities. Since DITI looks for changes in physiology, it can be a great secondary measure alongside mammography.
Hear Well, Feel Connected
Hearing health and mental wellbeing are closely connected. When hearing loss goes untreated, everyday conversations can become more difficult, potentially leading to frustration, social withdrawal and feelings of isolation. Over time, reduced communication and fewer social interactions may affect emotional wellbeing and quality of life. Research has also found associations between hearing loss and an increased risk of depression and cognitive difficulties, although hearing loss does not necessarily cause these conditions. If you or someone you care about is struggling to hear, do not ignore the signs. A hearing assessment can help identify changes early and determine whether support or treatment may be appropriate.
Power of Donations
The Yellow Bin – Supporting People with Intellectual Disabilities.
The clothing and small household items you donate go directly towards helping people with intellectual disabilities. Money raised by your donations is used to help fund the programs offered by Inclusion Saskatchewan. Thanks to your donations, people with intellectual disabilities are provided the support they need to pay rent, buy food, find employment, and be included and valued members of society.
We love your clothing donations but we also need your small household items. We ask that you donate your gently used kitchenware, small appliances, children’s toys, media, and other miscellaneous belongings to us safely packed up..
To donate, find a local Yellow Bin in your area, schedule a free pickup via our website, call or email us at 1-877-477-2171, Email: [email protected]
Empowering Seniors Health and Wellness
Join the vibrant community of active seniors at Prince Albert’s Heritage Seniors Centre! Enjoy a variety of activities, classes, and
events tailored just for you. From fitness, dancing, and yoga to cards, pool, and social gatherings, every day offers fun, connection, and opportunities to learn and laugh, and empower your Health and Wellness. Find your place and stay active with us! Memberships are only $10 and you can join at the early age of 55! For more
information send your requests to [email protected].
Gluten and Dairy free Pumpkin Bread
2 Eggs, ¾ C Sugar, 1 tsp. Vanilla, 1 C Brown Sugar, 1 C pureed pumpkin, 1 C Dairy Free Milk ie almond, 3 tsp. Baking Powder
2 C Gluten Free All Purpose Flour Blend, 1 tsp. Xanthan Gum, 1 tsp. Pumpkin Pie Spice, Dash of Salt,1 tsp. Cinnamon, ¼ tsp. Nutmeg
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Beat eggs, add sugar, vanilla, once creamed add brown sugar, pumpkin, dairy free milk (mix on low). Add the baking powder, xanthan gum, spices and salt. Beat for one minute, add the Flour. Mix on medium for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides halfway through. Grease loaf pan (with coconut oil), pour batter in pan, bake 70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. *omit Xanthan if already in flour
Preparing your Home for Winter
As winter approaches, preparing your home for snow, ice and freezing temperatures can help protect your health, safety and finances. Have your roof inspected for damaged or missing shingles, worn flashing and potential leaks before winter weather arrives. Clearing gutters and addressing repairs early can help prevent water damage, ice buildup and costly emergency work. Taking care of these tasks now provides peace of mind and helps keep your home safe, warm and comfortable throughout the winter.
“Reserve Next Season’s Escape”
With camping season coming to an end, it’s the perfect time to start planning ahead. Booking your campsite for next season ensures you get your favorite spot and avoid the last-minute rush. Camping isn’t just about relaxing outdoors—it boosts mental health, reduces stress, and strengthens family connections. Time in nature provides fresh air, exercise, and a natural mood lift. Secure your campsite now so you can look forward to next year’s adventures, knowing your getaway for wellness, relaxation, and fun is already reserved.
Before the snow falls
With winter approaching, there a few things to keep in mind; FRUIT, FLOWERING and ORNAMENTAL TREE PRUNING season is right around the corner as the pruning and shaping needs to be done AFTER all the leaves drop, as well keeping your yard safe involves more than simply clearing walkways or preparing for snow. Recognizing when a tree has become a safety risk, inspect trees for dead or weakened limbs, signs of decay, weak roots, and their natural direction of lean. Is the tree leaning toward overhead power lines or nearby buildings? Snow and ice can add extra weight to already weakened branches. Take time to ensure your yard is safe from these hazards—or hire a QUALIFIED ISA Certified Arborist to assess and/or remove and prune trees to help prevent costly property damage and serious injuries while ensuring the job is completed safely.
Do you Prefer Locally Grown?
Do you Prefer Locally Grown?
Our product is a NEW Prairie Grown Alternative to Rice. It is a whole NATURAL hulless oat cereal grain now grown in Western Canada, without the use of any synthetic chemicals or fertilizers, brought to you as PrairieLandRice .. Because it is naturally hulless and packaged as a whole grain, you are getting all the nutrition that cooks up to a satisfying texture in your favourite rice dish, with the added benefit of BETA GLUCAN!
Go to our website for cooking instructions, online orders, or to find a store near you, or email [email protected] to ask questions, leave comments or for Retail inquires. TRY IT TODAY!!
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