Here are some easy ways you can help your loved one with dementia improve their memory: 1) Assemble a set of flash cards with simple pictures of common household objects on them. Ask the person to describe what’s on the card and how it might be used, or create a story using the pictures. 2) Help them get plenty of exercise, which can help dispel anxiety and depression, improve overall health, and contribute to clearer thinking. 3) Play simple and fun board or computer games to help keep their memory sharp and potentially help connect them to happy memories.
Community News
Great Local Events in September
In September check out the Broadway Street fair on September 11 2021. This is Broadway District’s largest event of the year. The fair has an eclectic array of street performers, vendors, artists, musicians and dancers. There is no admission for this event and is a great chance for seniors to get out and see some of the local talent and vendors.
As well be sure to check out the Nutrien Fireworks Festival again this year. It runs September 3rd and 4th. Firework displays can be viewed in person or online with no admission.
September is Arthritis Awareness Month
According to Stats Canada over 37% of Canadians over the age of 20 have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, mainly affecting hips and knees. This is the wear and tear condition due to breakdown of cartilage between the joints leading to pain and stiffness. Along with typical Naturopathic treatments, another beneficial treatment modality is Cold Laser, which uses light wavelengths to stimulate new energy production leading to restoration of normal function by increasing blood flow, nervous stimulation, and new cell growth. These treatments are non-invasive, painless and can be done a few times a week to stimulate that healing process.
Natural Product Spotlight
The Raspberry Moisturizing Cream for dry and mature skin by Herbs & Butters Skincare is all-natural, vegan, biodegradable, and contains no parabens, sulfates or formaldehydes. Intelligently formulated with love by a local chemist, this lightweight moisturizing cream offers deep hydration and effectively improves the skin’s overall texture and elasticity. Raspberry seed oil helps to promote the regeneration of new skin cells, fights age spots and protects against premature aging. Other key ingredients like macadamia nut oil, sea buckthorn oil, oat protein, hemp seed oil, avocado oil, and olive oil help to effectively protect, soothe, moisturize, and nourish the skin.
Four Benefits of Funeral Pre-Planning
Peace of Mind: Leaving written instructions and setting aside adequate funds relieves you of worry, knowing that things will be easier on your family financially and emotionally. Dignity & Control: You are able to make the decisions and document every detail of your final wishes, while controlling the budget. Money when your family needs it most: Pre-paying for funeral expenses allows for funds to be available immediately to pay for funeral costs; no probate or unnecessary delays. Eligibility and Flexibility: You are eligible for benefits at any age and any health condition. There are payment options to suit anyone’s budget.
30-Day Online Fitness Challenge
When striving to reach a fitness and/or weight loss goal, there’s nothing more powerful than a timely, focused 30-day challenge that offers you step-by-step daily activity checklists and a high level of accountability to your coach and fellow participants to keep you on track. With the right eating and training program, and the right platform to gather virtually, you have all the key ingredients for a powerful, results-producing 30-day challenge not just for weight loss, but also for better physical and mental health. For more information, check out the 30-Day September Slim Down Challenge offered by ReDefine Health & Fitness!
Natural Product Spotlight
The Raspberry Moisturizing Cream for dry and mature skin by Herbs & Butters Skincare is all-natural, vegan, biodegradable, and contains no parabens, sulfates or formaldehydes. Intelligently formulated with love by a local chemist, this lightweight moisturizing cream offers deep hydration and effectively improves the skin’s overall texture and elasticity. Raspberry seed oil helps to promote the regeneration of new skin cells, fights age spots and protects against premature aging. Other key ingredients like macadamia nut oil, sea buckthorn oil, oat protein, hemp seed oil, avocado oil, and olive oil help to effectively protect, soothe, moisturize, and nourish the skin.
30-Day Online Fitness Challenge
When striving to reach a fitness and/or weight loss goal, there’s nothing more powerful than a timely, focused 30-day challenge that offers you step-by-step daily activity checklists and a high level of accountability to your coach and fellow participants to keep you on track. With the right eating and training program, and the right platform to gather virtually, you have all the key ingredients for a powerful, results-producing 30-day challenge not just for weight loss, but also for better physical and mental health. For more information, check out the 30-Day September Slim Down Challenge offered by ReDefine Health & Fitness!
Four Benefits of Funeral Pre-Planning
Peace of Mind: Leaving written instructions and setting aside adequate funds relieves you of worry, knowing that things will be easier on your family financially and emotionally. Dignity & Control: You are able to make the decisions and document every detail of your final wishes, while controlling the budget. Money when your family needs it most: Pre-paying for funeral expenses allows for funds to be available immediately to pay for funeral costs; no probate or unnecessary delays. Eligibility and Flexibility: You are eligible for benefits at any age and any health condition. There are payment options to suit anyone’s budget.
Wellness Trivia Answers:
.1 Hands and Feet 2. Vertigo 3. TRUE 4. Heartbeats 5. O Negative
Words To Live By
Love yourself the most and treat yourself the best! That is in your best and highest interest; and in the best and highest of everyone else as well!
