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Outreach Services

Our Outreach Department comprises dedicated Coordinators, trained volunteers, and brokered workers who assist and encourage older adults to age in place, maintain their independence, and promote a positive quality of life. And the best part? We come to you!
Need help applying for Alberta Seniors Benefit? Have Government forms you need help filling out?
Do you need home maintenance and Yard care services? Are you looking to relocate and need a Housing Resource List? Do you need transportation to and from medical appointments?

The team is ready and able to assist. Call the front desk at 403-343-6074 to make an appointment to be connected and to have an assessment done.

Referrals can be received from individuals needing assistance, such as their family, friends, neighbours, caregivers, other agencies, or medical professionals. Clients are paired with an Outreach Coordinator who completes an intake appointment to assess the individual’s situation. Then, a care plan is designed, involving referrals to Golden Circle programs or external agencies.

Tired of Watching TV?

Why not join The Golden Circle and enjoy activities and events? Our coffee shack runs from 8:30-12:00 Monday – Friday. We also have exercise classes and various games happening throughout the week. Please go to www.goldencircle.ca for more information. Or call 403-343-6074! We look forward to welcoming you!

Why Choose Premium Hearing Aids

Investing in premium hearing aids offers clear advantages over lower-cost options, especially when considering devices like Beltone Envision™ 17. Advanced technology delivers superior sound quality, reducing background noise and enhancing speech clarity in challenging environments. Beltone Envision™ 17 adapts in real time, providing a more natural, personalized listening experience where basic devices fall short. With Bluetooth connectivity, rechargeable batteries, and app-based controls, it offers modern convenience and seamless integration into daily life. Comfortable, discreet, and tailored to your hearing profile, premium options improve communication, boost quality of life, and provide reliable performance for clearer conversations and richer everyday moments.

Unlocking Healing with Block Therapy™

Block Therapy™ is a self-care practice that uses a wooden block to release deep fascia restrictions in the body. By lying on the block and using gentle pressure with focused breathing, adhesions from injury, stress, or poor posture begin to soften and release. This improves circulation, reduces pain, and supports cellular healing. Unlike traditional massage, it works with gravity to reach deeper tissue layers. You’ll need enough mobility to safely get onto the floor and back up, as some positions are done on hands and knees. No block? A rolled-up towel can be a simple substitute.

Health Benefits of Copper

Copper has been valued for over ten thousand years for its remarkable health benefits. As an essential mineral, it plays a key role in red blood cell production, supports immune function, and contributes to overall vitality. Because the body cannot produce copper on its own, incorporating it into daily life is important. Many people turn to copper jewelry as a simple, natural way to benefit from its properties. It may help reduce inflammation, ease arthritis pain, and promote better circulation and energy levels. Copper is also linked to improved brain function, stress balance, and healthier-looking skin, making it a valuable addition to a wellness routine.

May is Celiac Awareness Month

During this month, help us spread awareness for Celiac disease. Celiac disease is a chronic digestive and immune disorder that damages the small intestine. The disease is triggered by eating foods containing gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. Over time, this reaction damages your small intestine’s lining and prevents it from absorbing nutrients. The intestinal damage often causes diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, bloating and anemia, and can lead to serious complications. Your doctor will explain the gluten-free diet and may refer to you a registered dietitian who specializes in treating people who have celiac disease.

Words to Live By

“Slow down and soak up each experience releasing the need to be somewhere else or with someone else. See the gift of this moment.” Keith Macpherson

Spring Clean Your Energy

Spring is not just for tidying. It is a perfect time to refresh your home and your energy. In Feng Shui, clutter blocks the natural flow of energy, leaving spaces feeling heavy and draining. Seasonal decluttering helps restore balance, clarity, and harmony in your environment. Crystals such as clear quartz, selenite, and black tourmaline support this process by cleansing and stabilizing energy wherever they are placed, including entryways, windows, and workspaces. When you combine decluttering with crystal energy, your home feels brighter and calmer. Enhance your spring refresh by using the VitaJuwel Treat Series for space clearing, laundry, bed and bath, paired with the AüRAUM ShelTURRETed JEMiSt spray. Register for Bi-monthly online sales and information evenings at auraum.ca

Hearing Loss and Balance

Hearing loss is one of several factors that can cause falls. Individuals who have even a mild degree of hearing loss are three times as likely to experience accidental falls. Studies have shown that wearing hearing aids improves balance compared to an individual who does not wear hearing aids, but who has hearing loss. There are three major ideas for why hearing loss can affect our balance: 1) hearing loss causes less awareness of our environment, which means less awareness of people or activities around us; 2) hearing loss decreases spatial awareness, which makes it harder to know where you are compared to your surroundings; and 3) hearing loss uses more brain energy, which means there is less energy for balance.

Strong Today, Strong Tomorrow

Maintaining muscle and bone strength is one of the most powerful ways to stay active and independent as you age. Strong muscles support your joints, improve balance, and make everyday tasks—like climbing stairs or carrying groceries—easier and safer. At the same time, healthy bones provide the sturdy foundation your body depends on. Strength training with light weights or resistance bands, along with weight-bearing activities like walking or dancing, helps keep both muscles and bones resilient. Fueling your body with enough protein, calcium, and vitamin D adds even more protection. A little consistent effort goes a long way toward lifelong strength and confidence.