Consolidate your investment portfolio, advises Certified Financial Planner David Luke. “The most valuable assets we have are our health and our time.” By Kathy Penner For many of us, our first experience with saving money involves stashing our allowance or chore money into a piggy bank. Later on, we open our first savings account and learn what earning interest means. …
Are you looking for a way to make friends, keep busy and give back to your community? Become a Deer Lodge volunteer! Autumn is one of our seasons of greatest need for volunteers to help Deer Lodge Centre make lives better for our patients and residents. We accept volunteers starting at the age of 13, and provide training for each …
Messy spaces leave us feeling anxious, helpless, and overwhelmed, says Dr. Sherrie Bourg Carter. But to tackle that mess, you may need a little help. By Kathy Penner Is the sheer volume of things you’ve accumulated over time causing you more stress than comfort? You’re not alone. As Dr. Sherrie Bourg Carter says in Psychology Today, “Messy spaces leave us …
Games are a great way for players of all ages to boost mood, strengthen bonds, and improve cognitive strength By Kathy Penner It’s not easy for different generations to find mutually interesting topics of conversation. Family visits can be awkward or boring, reducing the likelihood of more frequent get-togethers. The good news is that board games not only entertain people …
Recording your life story can prove a rewarding activity that also leaves a precious legacy for future generations By Kathy Penner It’s often only after a parent dies that their children realize how little they really knew mom or dad. Parents tell their kids stories about their life’s big moments, but don’t always share the more personal stories that give …
Simple, sincere condolences can mean everything to someone grieving a loss By Kathy Penner Many of us don’t always know what to say to someone who is grieving. We may even avoid someone experiencing a loss because we’re worried about saying something wrong. However, even an imperfect expression of caring is appreciated, while not acknowledging someone’s loss can be hurtful. …
Setting up a Power of Attorney protects you and your loved ones from financial incompetence or abuse By Kathy Penner You’ve drawn up a will. You may also have a healthcare directive, or living will. Such documents bring you peace of mind, knowing that your family, executor, healthcare providers and others are clear on your wishes. Yet relatively few people set …
By Victoria Beechum Summertime is the season of sipping cool drinks. When the mercury rises, nothing beats a thirst-quenching, icy cold beverage. But when temperatures start to drop again, and we don’t have our thirst to constantly remind us, it can be easy to forget the importance of proper fluid intake. Water is essential to life Our bodies are made …
Story by Shawna Culleton, photos by Nicole Smith If you’re like most North American adults, the good old days of plopping down onto the floor and bouncing up again ended in your twenties or thirties. Today, your hips are tight, your knees are creaky, your ankles are stiff. Each of those 10 lbs that most Canadians gain per decade of …
The Operational Stress Injuries Clinic is helping military and law enforcement personnel and veterans escape from the grip of chronic pain By Ryan McBride They’re trained to put themselves in harm’s way for the sake of our safety and security. For that reason, the women and men who serve in our military and law enforcement face a unique set of …
Deer Lodge has gone to the dogs with its 2019 lottery calendar, which celebrates the faithful, friendly animal volunteers who bring joy to the Centre’s residents and patients. Featured in the calendar are photos of nine of the many special dogs who have earned a spot in Deer Lodge’s Pet Visitors program. In healthcare, companion animals often participate in animal-assisted …
Saturday, November 3, 2018 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on the Main Concourse Free admission Come visit a variety of vendors and crafters for great Christmas gift ideas: handmade jewelry, knitting, food/baking, clothing, toys, candles, garden décor, and more. We’re also holding a silent auction with gift baskets filled with beautiful prizes. All proceeds support Deer Lodge Centre residents. Vendor/crafter …