Bikers Rally in Support of Deer Lodge Centre Veterans
Winnipeg, July 19, 2019 – There will be thunder in the streets tomorrow when the Manitoba chapter of the Commandos Canada Motorcycle Club rolls into CONTINUE READING
Author: DLCF Staff
Deer Lodge veteran receives Legion of Honour at 100th Birthday Celebration
Deer Lodge Centre resident and Second World War veteran Cpl. (Ret.) Ian Wilson received the Legion of Honour, France’s highest national distinction, at a special CONTINUE READING
April Volunteer of the Month: Clint O’Dell
Congratulations to Clint O’Dell, our April Volunteer of the Month. Clint works tirelessly behind the scenes, serving as treasurer of the Dancing Bear Gift CONTINUE READING
It’s never too late to make music
“Anybody can learn how to play their own music, any way they can,” says music teacher Michael Cobus. By Shawna Culleton Music teacher Michael Cobus CONTINUE READING
How your mouth changes as you age
Regular dental checkups and hygiene can help prevent or catch age-related problems of the mouth, including cavities, gum disease, stomatitis and oral cancer. By Ryan CONTINUE READING
How your hearing changes as you age
Do you have trouble understanding what people are saying in a noisy place? Do you think everyone is mumbling? Hearing loss may the culprit—and it CONTINUE READING
How your vision changes as you age
You can’t prevent many of the changes to your eyes that come with age, but you can protect your vision and reduce your risk of CONTINUE READING
Everything you wanted to know about your pelvic floor but were afraid to ask
Pelvic floor muscles that are weak, tight or loose may be the culprit behind frequent urination. Lifestyle changes and a visit to a physiotherapist may CONTINUE READING
The life aquatic: getting fit with aquacize
When it comes to fitness, there is no-one-size fits all formula that works for every body—but aquacize comes close. By Shawna Culleton Struggling with pain CONTINUE READING
Reserved for Dorothy: Why I Support Deer Lodge Centre
Above: Former Deer Lodge Centre resident Dorothy Kirkwood helped foundation board member Belinda Bigold discover the power of Making Lives Better. By Belinda Bigold I CONTINUE READING
Diets for a better you and a better world
Whether you follow the Planetary Health Diet, the Mediterranean Diet or the updated Canada Food Guide, piling your plate with healthy, delicious food is only CONTINUE READING
New approach to geriatric rehab shortens length of stay
Installing gyms on Deer Lodge Centre’s geriatric rehabilitation units has improved quality of care for patients and families, and boosted collaboration between healthcare teams. By CONTINUE READING