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Volunteer Opportunities

Interested in giving back? Whatever your skill or your age, we can find a place for you. We have a newly elected Board of Directors and will be reviewing our intermediate term and long-term services. Knowing who is out there to keep our programming vibrant and interesting will assist us delivering the best services for our members. To find out how you can help call 204-416-1067 or email us at [email protected]

Where Acquaintances Become Friends

Archwood 55 Plus is a community-based non-profit, charitable organization offering lunches, art and fitness classes, social activities, bus trips and other services to adults ages 55 and older living in the Winnipeg area. Our goal is to encourage graceful aging and empower older adults to lead healthy and active lives while socializing with their peers (Archwood 55 Plus Inc. – HOME (weebly.com)).

Volunteering

Interested in volunteering with us? Whatever your skill set or age, we’ve got a place for you! Volunteers help out with a variety of areas at the Centre including Reception Desk, Event Set Up or Clean Up, Kitchen Help, Meal Delivery, Transportation and more! Volunteer commitments are flexible, ranging from a few hours every week or month. All volunteer positions require a Criminal Record Check. To find out how you can help, call 204-320-4600 or email [email protected].

Pen Pal Program

Pat Porter Active Living Centre in collaboration with students in the community is looking for people interested in participating in a pen pal program. Those interested would exchange letters with students from the group on a regular basis. Sign up and make a new friend! Please call 204-320-4600 if you would like to be added to the mailing list.

Local Spotlight: Titanium Mechanical

Consumers can breathe easier, have less dust in the house, and combat viruses, germs and mold with the products and air testing services offered by Titanium Mechanical. This family-owned business provides solutions for people with allergies and those who want a natural way to clean the air in their house. Titanium Mechanical also offers water quality testing, filtering and solutions for different types of water, making it healthier and safer for the consumer to use and drink. These services and solutions also make it a lot easier on all plumbing fixtures in the house, ensuring they last longer!

First Impressions

Putting your home on the market? A good first impression is a must when selling your home. Start with the outside: The front is primary, it is the curb appeal, its eye catching! A good roof suggests up to date maintenance but the simplest and most inexpensive is paint. Enhance the front door with a splash of paint, touch up window frames and decks for a brighter look. Freshen up your yard; trim grass and shrubs, remove dead branches, add some flowers. Check your night view; lights, timers and accents all add to the feeling of coziness and comfort. First impressions last.

Health Benefits of Purified Water

Reverse osmosis is a water purifying process that removes foreign substances, such as organic chemicals, chlorine, pesticides, and herbicides. The process forces water through specialized membranes, purifying the water and removing any unpleasant odor and taste. Reports by Medline Plus inform that patients with chronic illness benefit from reverse osmosis water during and after treatments.
This is due to the reduced levels of acidity; low acidity means that your body can process the water better and faster while also using less energy. Your body can then focus on keeping you healthy.

Are You a Highly Sensitive Person?

Have you ever heard anyone say that you are “too sensitive” or “too dramatic?” Highly sensitive people are often misunderstood. We are each born with a different level of sensitivity in how we take in the world through our senses. Highly sensitivity people can be easily overwhelmed by bright lights, strong smells, loud noises, or textures, but they also have an extremely rich inner life and are often very bright and creative. Sometimes adaptations and support are needed for coping in the world, but if you are highly sensitive, consider it a gift and an important part of what makes you unique!

Protecting Your Eyes From The Sun

Protecting your eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation is just as important as putting on sunscreen to protect your skin, especially for children. U.V. light is absorbed by the tissue of the eye and is cumulative. Eye conditions related to U.V. exposure over time include cataracts, macular degeneration, photokeratitis, pingueculae, and pyerygium. Your Optometrist can make specific recommendations to ensure your eyes are protected.

Clean Eating Recipe

Fully Loaded Potato Salad. Ingredients: 2 lb potatoes, peeled, cut into medium chunks; 1/4 cup may; 1 cup low-fat sour cream; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp chili powder; 5 slices Naturally Smoked Bacon, cooked and crumbled; 1/2 cup finely diced red pepper; 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions; 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese. Directions: Bring water to a boil and cook diced potatoes until tender, 18 to 20 min. Drain and cool. In a large bowl, combine mayo, sour cream, mustard and chili powder. Add cooled potatoes and gently toss. Add bacon, red pepper, green onions and cheese and gently toss again. Cover and chill until cold.