It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting. – Paulo Coelho
Words to Live By
“You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes every day – unless you’re too busy; then you should sit and meditate for an hour.” Zen Proverb
Heart to Home Meals
EditorialHeart to Home Meals delivers delicious, nutritious meals right to your door. The company’s team of experts developed a menu to suit many tastes, dietary needs, and lifestyles, including high-protein, low carbohydrates and/or saturated fat, low sodium, high fibre, vegetarian, and no added sugar options. The Heart to Home Meals brochure includes a useful diet coding system to help you choose meals that are right for you. Meals also come in mini versions for smaller appetites, hearty versions for larger appetites, as well as minced or pureed options. It is as easy as ordering online or by phone!
Wellness Trivia Answers
.1 Pistachios 2. Your jaw 3. To raise the body’s temperature 4. True 5. Oatmeal, eggs, chicken, and peanuts. 6. It means “Take” – from the Latin word “Recipe” 7. 200
Wellness Trivia Questions:
.1 What nut has the most antioxidants? 2. What is the strongest muscle in your body?
3. What is the purpose of goosebumps? 4. True or False? No matter how flexible you are, you can’t kiss your elbow? 5. What foods can help regulate mood and sleep? 6. What does the Rx mean on prescriptions? 7. How many muscles do you use to take a single step forward?
Laughter is the Best Medicine
“Doctor, can you give me something for my sleep walking?” she asked. “No, you need the exercise,” the doctor replied.
Business Profile: Accufit Denture Centre
For over 40 years, the Anderson family has provided quality denture services in Saskatchewan. As a third-generation denturist, Ryan Anderson and the staff at Accufit Denture Centre are proud to carry on the long history of quality and friendliness that denture wearers across the province have come to expect. Since 2015, Accufit Denture Centre has worked hard to provide the most comfortable dental environment in a location that is convenient for patients. Accufit Denture Centre’s friendly staff will work with patients’ unique needs to ensure their complete satisfaction. Consultations are always free, and patients’ smiles are always guaranteed.
Summer Sun Safety
Here are some tips to help you and your family stay safe in the sun this summer! 1) Check the UV index daily – higher numbers mean more sun protection is needed. 2) Limit your time in the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. 3) Seek shade as much as possible. 4) Cover up with tightly woven and loose-fitting clothing, as well as a wide-brimmed hat. 5) Wear sunglasses. 6) Use a broad-spectrum (UVA and UVB) sunscreen of at least SPF 15 or 30, and reapply frequently. 7) Know the early signs of skin cancer.
International Self-Care Day (July 24)
With the year we’ve had, taking time for self-care is extremely important. Supporting your physical, mental and emotional/spiritual health increases your resilience to the different stressors you encounter. Mentally – practicing self-compassion and acceptance to keep you in a positive frame of mind. Emotionally/Spiritually – practicing activities such as meditation, journaling, prayer, guided imagery, and progressive muscle relaxation, as well as maintaining positive relationships with family/friends. Physically – practicing regular exercise and healthy eating, as well as getting good quality sleep (for better sleep, avoid heavy carbs at supper, try no screens or snacking after 8 pm, and try some deep breathing).
Friendly Caller Program
Saskatoon Services for Seniors is proud to have a working relationship with both the U of S and U of R’s Nursing/Social work programs. We regularly have practicum students along with Volunteers that are here to be a friendly voice for seniors to talk to. We know how just a simple conversation can help improve a person’s mental health and make their day. This service is available to any senior and is provided at no cost. Want to help? We are currently looking for Nursing and Social work students to work with this program as part of the Canada Summer Student work program. If you know someone that would be interested, have them contact our office today.
Urban Camp Snow Program
Saskatoon Services for Seniors offers low-fee winter snow removal in partnership with Ministry of Justice Urban Camp program. Supervised crews of inmates work in the Urban Camp services. The Urban camp program provides clients with a spring and fall yard cleaning and bagging of leaves and debris. Crews also provide Snow shoveling of walks, driveways, and city sidewalks all winter. This program is offered at a flat fee to allow low-income seniors a way to look after the shoveling all winter for and affordable fee. Applications for this program are open now and available until August 1, 2021. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service the applications are available on our website at www.saskatoonservicesforseniors.ca