Community News
July Events for Seniors at RDPL

First Thursday Concert Series (July 2). Red Deer Cancer Connect (July 7 & 21). CRA Support Clinic (July 8). Creative Writing Crash Course (Wednesdays, July 8 – August 12). Parkland Dixielanders Concert in the Park (July 9). Bard at the Snell: The Lady Doth Protest (July 11, 12, 25, & 26). Swing in Rhythm: Open Practice (July 13 & 27). Затишні Вечори: Cozy Evenings for Ukrainian Seniors (July 16). Fancy Women Bike Ride: McKenzie Park Picnic Ride (July 26). Adult Summer Reading Club (all summer long!). Lit Line: Summer Reading Recs (Call 403-342-9100)
For full details, visit rdpl.org/events

Westerner Pancake Breakfast!

Tuesday, July 15th | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM at The Golden Circle.
Come on down to The Golden Circle for a delicious Westerner Pancake Breakfast on July 15th! Start your morning with fluffy pancakes, sizzling sausages, and great company — then stick around and enjoy the Westerner Days Parade right outside our doors!
Everyone’s welcome bring your friends, family, and your cowboy hat!

Brokered Workers Needed

Thanks to new grant funding, we have our Outreach Programming into Red Deer County and nearby rural communities — and we need your help! The Golden Circle’s Brokered Worker Program offers:
• Light housekeeping
• Lawn and garden care
• Minor handyman repairs
• Snow shovelling
• Painting
• One-time deep cleaning
Pay: $20.00/hr
• Minimum 2 hours for housekeeping
• Minimum 1 hour for snow shovelling
Clients pay workers directly.

Outreach Services

Our Outreach Department is made up of compassionate Coordinators, trained volunteers, and Brokered Workers who help older adults age in place, maintain independence, and enhance their quality of life — all from the comfort of your home.
Need help with any of the following?
• Applying for the Alberta Seniors Benefit
• Completing government forms
• Home maintenance or yard care
• Finding housing resources
• Transportation to medical appointments
Call 403-343-6074 to book an appointment and get connected with an Outreach Coordinator who will complete an intake and develop a personalized care plan.
Referrals are welcomed from individuals, families, friends, caregivers, other agencies, and healthcare professionals.

Celebrate Seniors’ Week

Since 1986, Seniors’ Week has honored the incredible contributions seniors make to life in Alberta. Inspired by the late Alice Modin, this annual celebration is all about recognizing the role seniors play in enhancing our communities. Kickoff BBQ – June 1st
Join us at the Golden Circle from 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM to launch Seniors’ Week with a fantastic community BBQ!
Activities Include:
• $5 BBQ
• Live entertainment
• Lawn games
• Rickshaw rides
For full Seniors’ Week details, visit www.goldencircle.ca.

Book of the Month:

Garden for Life: Strategies for Easier, Greener, More Joyful Gardening as We Age by Rhonda Fleming Hayes. Garden for Life will help older gardeners evaluate their garden situation, suggesting ways to redesign an existing garden or to design a new one when downsizing (or “right-sizing”), new techniques and tools to make gardening easier, how to select appropriate plants, and also how and when to ask for help to lighten the load.
Available to borrow from Red Deer Public Library at rdpl.org

Connections Matter on Father’s Day

Father’s Day offers a poignant reminder of the vital role mental health plays in the lives of our aging parents. For seniors residing in independent living homes, the benefits extend beyond physical care. These communities foster crucial social interactions that can stave off the loneliness and depression often faced by those living alone. Friendships formed in these environments provide emotional support, joy, and a sense of belonging. Celebrating Father’s Day in such a setting underscores the importance of a strong support network. By prioritizing companionship and mental well-being, we honor our fathers not just with gifts, but with the invaluable gift of connection