Community News
September Registration

Registration for classes and expired memberships starts Tuesday, September 7, 8 and 9th by appointment at Archwood Community Club at 565 Guilbault St. Appointments can be made by calling the office at 204-416-1067 beginning Wednesday, August 25th at 9 am.

Pickleball, billiards and games will begin Monday September 13th and will run every Monday and Thursday from 1 – 2:30 pm. Exercise classes will begin on Monday, October 4th. Please check our website Archwood 55 Plus Inc. – HOME (weebly.com) or call us at 204-416-1067 for details.

Your safety is our priority. Double vaccinated individuals or members with a medical certificate are welcome. Contact us if you have questions. Please check your emails, mail and our website for new information.
Annual memberships are just $25. For more information, call 204-416-1067 or email Archwood55@shaw.ca

Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month

Muscular Dystrophy is a term used to describe a group of more than 160 different neuromuscular disorders characterized by progressive deterioration of muscle strength. The causes, symptoms, severity and progression vary depending on the exact diagnosis and the individual. While some types of neuromuscular disorders are first evident in infancy, other types may not appear until later in life. People diagnosed with a neuromuscular disorder may lose the ability to do things that are often taken for granted, like brushing their teeth, feeding themselves or climbing stairs. There’s no cure for muscular dystrophy. But medications and therapy can help manage symptoms and slow the course of the disease.

Free Online Alzheimer Education

Learning new skills can help you face the daily realities of living with and caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba is offering free online family education to help empower and inform people with dementia, their families and friends. Join us for a wide range of topics, such as navigating the first steps after a diagnosis and end of life care, so you can feel more confident on your dementia journey. To learn more about our sessions and to register, please visit our website at Alzheimer.mb.ca.

The Little Things That Matter

Often in life, the most meaningful moments are the moments spent with those who teach you something, with those who share laughs with you, and with those who support you no matter what. And within those moments, it’s the little things that become the most significant and valuable. Professional caregivers can be there for you, when you need a little extra hand around the house or someone to accompany you on your outings. Caregivers can help with the day-to-day tasks, so you have time to enjoy the little things in life, while remaining safe and independent in your own home.

A Good Night’s Sleep – Naturally!

A good night’s sleep does not come from a bottle because sleeping pills are not able to create natural, good quality, deep and refreshing sleep.
You may have already tried various strategies to manage sleeping problems or taking one or more medications to help you fall asleep or stay asleep. Interestingly, people who take sleeping pills are very often dissatisfied with their sleep despite taking one or more sleeping pills. On top of that, sleeping pills have longterm consequences. If you want deep, refreshing sleep, take a fresh approach. The research and medical community rank Cognitive behaviour therapy for sleep, which involves no remedies, the most effective and safest strategy. Happy zzzz!

What is a Green Burial?

Green burials, also sometimes called eco-funerals or natural burials, provide a simple, green option for saying goodbye to a loved one. Green burials typically don’t involve embalming – instead, family and friends may choose to wrap their loved one in a shroud made of eco-friendly, biodegradable material and choose an eco-friendly casket. Using land sustainably for burial purposes, such as choosing communal memorialization and planting with native plants, is also often part of a green burial. Your local funeral director can provide advice about and help you plan a suitable green burial for your loved one.

Hearing Loss and Heart Disease

It might come as a surprise, but there is a connection between heart health and hearing. Both rely on blood flow, so heart problems that cause plaque buildup in the arteries and restrict blood flow can potentially damage ears. Nerves in the ears can also be damaged by poor circulation. Studies have shown that the better someone’s cardiovascular health, the better their hearing tends to be. It’s important that older adults eat a healthy, balanced diet; get regular exercise; quit smoking and have their hearing tested every two years, to help maintain a healthy heart, and therefore healthy ears.

Eating Smart

Eating right plays a major part in a senior’s quality of life. Some important dietary factors that should be considered include: Sodium – OK in moderation, as long as the foods are high-quality. Fats – Monitor saturated and trans fatty acids, and lean more towards monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids (like omega-3s). Carbohydrates – Spread carbohydrates throughout the day to manage blood sugar. Protein – Increase protein intake to maintain muscle mass. Fibre – Eat plenty of fibre and drink plenty of water. Sugar – Consume in moderation. Vitamin D – Consider taking a daily vitamin D3 supplement if sun exposure and dairy intake are limited.

Heading Back to the Club in September

Registration for classes and expired memberships starts Tuesday, September 7, 8 and 9th by appointment at Archwood Community Club at 565 Guilbeau St. Archwood 55 will restart on site activities like pickleball and billiards starting Monday October 4th,
Exercise classes by chair yoga, yoga, functional fitness, drums alive will come back in October as well. Please check our website Archwood 55 Plus Inc. – HOME (weebly.com) or call us at 204-416-1067 for details.
Double vaccinated individuals or members with a medical certificate are welcome. Contact us if you have questions.
We are still planning to have a return of monthly lunch programs when it is safe to do so. Once capacity improves, planning is occurring to bring members back together for coffee and socializing with old and new friends. Please check your emails, mail, and our website for new information.

We miss seeing our Members in-person

Archwood understands that some of our members held off on renewing their memberships till we are fully reopened. We understand. We will be keeping you in the loop with our new programming and reopening plans. We do rely on memberships to sustain the club financially especially when we get back to regular programing at the Archwood site. Annual memberships are just $25. For more information, call 204-416-1067 or email Archwood55@shaw.ca

Getting Essential Feedback from Members

We will be sending our member surveys to get feedback around old and new programming ideas.
Let us know:
Whatever rocks your socks
Whatever tickles your pickle
Whatever ruffles your truffles
Whatever bakes your cakes
Whatever humps your camel
Whatever toots your horn
You get the idea…. Look for emails, snail mails and our web site in the coming months. Looking forward to seeing all of you.