As seasons transition, it’s important for individuals with disabilities to consider how seasonal changes may affect their health and well-being. Cooler temperatures and fluctuating weather can exacerbate conditions like arthritis, asthma, and chronic pain. A Disability Tax Credit (DTC) specialist can help ensure that you’re maximizing the benefits available to you. If your medical needs increase during colder months, such as additional therapies or assistive devices, you may qualify for tax relief. Speak with a DTC specialist today to explore your options and maintain your well-being year-round.
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Festival of Trees
Join us on Saturday, October 21st, for the “Sugar & Spice & Notoriously Nice” Festival of Trees! Get ready to return to the Roaring 20s and enter Saskatchewan’s largest speakeasy for an unforgettable, immersive prohibition-era experience. Indulge in a decadent Italian buffet that promises to delight your taste buds. The excitement continues with an interactive live and silent auction then hit the dance floor and showcase your notorious moves to the electrifying sounds of Mascara. Every dollar raised stays in Moose Jaw, supporting a new surgical service for our community: bronchoscopy. Tickets on sale at sasktix.evenue.net
Product Spotlight: ProLuxe™ Hair Care System
Wish every day could be a great hair day? Neora’s ProLuxe™ Hair Care System is your answer to youthful shine, texture, and manageability. This professional-grade, four-step system works synergistically to cleanse, rebalance, and moisturize, creating the ideal scalp environment for softer, smoother, and more radiant hair. Featuring the exclusive Intuitress complex, it repairs damage, strengthens strands, and helps in restoring natural colour pigmentation. With safe, non-toxic ingredients like amino acids and coconut oil, your hair gets what it needs without being weighed down. Color-safe and gentle, the ProLuxe™ Hair Care System is the secret to beautiful, lasting results.
Housekeeping Services
Saskatoon Services for Seniors offers housekeeping services for all seniors in Saskatoon. Our staff are screened and fully insured. We are here to assist with many household cleaning services such as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, dusting and wall washing. We only provide the services that you require and as such only have a one hour minimum for each appointment. We can provide weekly, bi-weekly or call-in services. The fee is based on the senior’s income to keep costs manageable for low-income households. Call us to check availability.
Product Spotlight: BodyTite at OMNI
At OMNI Medical & Surgical Esthetics, we utilize the cutting-edge BodyTite device for radiofrequency-assisted liposuction (RFAL). This minimally invasive procedure combines thermal energy and traditional liposuction techniques to dissolve unwanted fat and stimulate collagen production for firmer skin. Ideal for those with stubborn fat deposits, RFAL offers precise body contouring with minimal scarring and a shorter recovery time. Dr. Sheikh performs this procedure under local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Benefits include reduced bruising and discomfort, quicker recovery, and long-lasting results. Experience the transformative effects of RFAL at OMNI Medical & Surgical Esthetics and achieve a more toned and sculpted appearance.
Are You Insulin Resistant? Get Checked Today!
At Biohack The Fat, we use the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test to determine how your body processes sugar, a crucial step in identifying insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is often linked to stubborn fat that’s hard to shed, despite efforts to lose weight. After we analyze your test results, we create customized meal plans specifically designed to help reverse insulin resistance. This not only promotes more effective fat loss but can also improve overall health. With our personalized approach, you can lose up to 40 lbs in 3 months. Visit www.biohackthefat.com to begin your transformation today!
ADHD and Women’s Mental Health
For many women, ADHD symptoms are frequently misdiagnosed as other mental health conditions. Yet, ADHD is now being recognized as a key factor in many mental health challenges—and vice versa. Could ADHD be a biological survival mechanism, designed to shield the mind from the intrusive, negative thoughts tied to depression and anxiety? Women face unique societal pressures, which can trigger harmful thought patterns, but ADHD might be acting as a protective force, minimizing these damaging thoughts. By confronting and reframing these challenges, you can take control of your mental well-being and reclaim your confidence.
Meet Your Practitioner: Brian Mitchell-Walker
Brian Mitchell-Walker is an ICF-accredited coach who specializes in helping clients unlock their full potential. With extensive training through the Enneagram Institute, Brian supports individuals, couples, and teams in understanding the motivations behind their behaviors. His tailored approach empowers clients to break free from limiting patterns and respond authentically in the present. Whether working one-on-one or with groups, Brian’s goal is to help his clients stay focused on their personal and professional goals, fostering transformation through clarity, self-awareness, and action.
Product Spotlight: ProLuxe™ Hair Care System
Wish every day could be a great hair day? Neora’s ProLuxe™ Hair Care System is your answer to youthful shine, texture, and manageability. This professional-grade, four-step system works synergistically to cleanse, rebalance, and moisturize, creating the ideal scalp environment for softer, smoother, and more radiant hair. Featuring the exclusive Intuitress complex, it repairs damage, strengthens strands, and helps in restoring natural colour pigmentation. With safe, non-toxic ingredients like amino acids and coconut oil, your hair gets what it needs without being weighed down. Color-safe and gentle, the ProLuxe™ Hair Care System is the secret to beautiful, lasting results.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In 2024, more than 360,000 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer. But there is hope. Advancements in early detection methods and support continue to increase the chances of survival. When caught in its earliest, localized stages, the 5-year survival rate of breast cancer is 99%. Early detection is the key factor for treatment of breast cancer. The earlier we act the better the chances. An annual screening mammogram is your best defense against breast cancer, please consult your health care professional for further information.
Urban Camp
Saskatoon Services for Seniors provides affordable winter snow removal through a partnership with the Ministry of Justice’s Urban Camp program. This program involves supervised inmate crews who assist with snow shoveling services. The Urban Camp program offers clients: • Spring and fall yard cleaning, including leaf and debris bagging. • Snow shoveling for walks, driveways, and city sidewalks, with services typically completed within 72 hours (3 days) after an average snowfall, and up to 5 days for heavy snowfalls.
