Grande Cache: Healthier Together
702 Pine Plaza T0E0Y0 Grande Cache, AB, Canada

#GetReal about how you feel Emotional literacy is the ability to recognize how we feel, understand our feelings, label them and express them. When we are emotionally literate, we are better able to manage our emotions, or regulate them.... Although we feel our emotions in the body and may recognize they are there, sometimes our emotions can be hard to put into words. An event can trigger emotions very quickly, automatically, and even unconsciously. Emotional events can trigger changes in our facial expressions, muscle tone, and voice tone, in our autonomic nervous system that regulates our heart and respiratory rate, digestion, perspiration, and in our endocrine system, which involves our hormones. Alberta Mental Health Line: 1-877-303-2642 #mentalhealthweek CMHA National / ACSM National

This week is CMHA National / ACSM National Mental Health Week! This year the theme is understanding our emotions. Check back every day this week for more information! Recognizing, labelling and accepting our feelings are all part of protecting and promoting good mental health for everyone.... Naming, expressing and dealing with our emotionseven when they’re uncomfortablecan make us feel better. Naming or labelling our emotions can help us understand and process them. It can even make us feel better. However, if your emotions are overwhelming, persistent and/or are interfering with your daily life, it is important to seek mental health supports. Alberta's Mental Health Line: 1-877-303-2642

Stress affects people physically, mentally and emotionally. The Tamarack Health Advisory Council and Alberta Health Services invite local and area residents to attend one of two virtual webinars. Since the onset of COVID-19, many Albertans have identified feeling stressed. This free, online introductory webinar includes a basic discussion of stress and looks at different ways to manage it, including two HeartMath breathing techniques. Two sessions available: Wednesday, May... 12, 2021, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Register in advance for this webinar: https://transform-your-stress-tamarack-hac-12.eventbrite.ca Monday, May 17, 2021, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Register in advance for this webinar: https://transform-your-stress-tamarack-hac-17.eventbrite.ca

There are two more sessions for Recognizing Fraud, including this afternoon. Register by contacting [email protected].

On April 1, join the Compassion House Foundation and Grande Cache's very own warrior Karen Strobel (and you know her from Mountain Blooms, Grande Cache, AB!) for a free noontime speakers' series. Karen will be sharing her personal journey with breast cancer. Register at compassionhouse.org

For Parents of Teens, watch this together. Healthy Relationships topics. To register for part 1, click: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZMvcO-gpzMvGdPYdQ_Ye4PwkvSB4QslF To register for part 2: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZUtcuurpz8pGdy_K6r7j4WsU_2_DkGGt

Are you a parent, guardian, caregiver or teacher? Join a free online session tonight to learn about the correlation between bullying, mental illness, and criminal activity. Tips and guidelines will be shared to help children navigate both real -world situations and the potentially dangerous digital world that has become such a significant part of our children’s lives.

At our last meeting, member Jill Beland, shared this heartwarming letter from Joan Beland to the Grande Cache Healthier Together team. We were very touched with Joan's kind words and are sorry we weren't able to get the letter sooner. Thank you, Joan, and everyone else for your support of our quarterly newsletter, Community Connections. We're thrilled to hear it's been enjoyed by people in Grande Cache and we hope to continue providing useful information about the community and living a healthy lifestyle. If you, like Joan, have been wondering who exactly we are, stay tuned for our upcoming Winter 2020 issue!

NON-TRICKY TIPS FOR A SPOOKY SAFE HALLOWEEN Don't trick-or-treat, hand out treats, or go to a party if you have even mild symptoms, or you're in isolation/quarantine Choose costumes that allow your child to wear a non-medical mask If you can, knock instead of pushing doorbells, or keep 2 metres from the door or porch and call trick or treat. Make sure the person calling is wearing a mask. Keep a healthy distance from trick-or-treaters. If possible, hand out candy ...from the driveway, open garage, or lawn instead of your front door. You can print special Halloween posters to hang in your window or place on your door. They'll let trick-or-treaters know if you’re open for boo-ness and handing out candy this year. Get them and see more tips at alberta.ca/halloween

Grande Cache! Let your voice be heard with the Housing and Service Needs Estimation Survey. Developed by the Alberta Rural Housing Development Network, the Housing Estimation will help identify what is most needed to meet Grande Cache's housing and service demands. To fill out a survey, please contact Green View FCSS at 780-827-4336.

We asked our friends at Whispering Pines to tell us a little bit about themselves and give their best life advice! We absolutely love these photos and smiling faces. Thank you, Whispering Pines!

Start off the new month with positive vibes! The theme for Action for Happiness' October calendar is optimism! Keep this calendar closeby for a daily reminder to think forward, think confidently and think positively.

Now accepting appointments! Flu shots will begin the week of October 13th for high risk Albertans and on October 19th for the general public. Call and pre book your appointment today!!

The AHS Screen Test Mobile Mammography Clinic will be returning to Valleyview November 12-17, 2020. Screen Test brings breast cancer screening to women across A...lberta with its state-of-the-art mobile mammography unit. More info here: https://mdgreenview.ab.ca//bringing-good-breast-health-to/

Hello Parents and Guardians: If you are unsure what to do when your child has symptoms or has been identified as a close contact of a positive case, follow thes...e flowcharts from Alberta Health Services. They provide instructions on what to do to keep your child and your school community safe. See more

Did you know that Grande Cache has a cancer support group? Supportive Recovery is for men and women who are or have been diagnosed with any type of cancer. The group meets once a month on the third Thursday of every month at the 50 Plus - Big Horn Golden Age Club.... For more information, please call or text Maria McCormick at 780-827-8112 or e-mail [email protected] COVID-19 health and safety measures for gatherings are in place.

Register now for October After School & Day Time programs through the Grande Cache Recreation Centre. Please pre-register for programs by Sunday, October 4, 2020. For more information, please visit http://grandecache.municipalwebsites.ca//octoberprograms.p

For anyone who knows Louise, you are well aware of what an amazing person she is. There are not enough words to describe her contributions to her community, friends and family. We are happy to share Compassion House's upcoming virtual fashion show on October 8 in support of their home-away-from-home services for women undergoing cancer treatment. Tickets can be purchased at https://compassionhouse.org/

October calendar: Please note: Pre registration is required for Learn at Lunch. Call, message or email Louise at [email protected] or 780 827 1517

NON-TRICKY TIPS FOR A SPOOKY SAFE HALLOWEEN Don't trick-or-treat, hand out treats, or go to a party if you have even mild symptoms, or you're in isolation/quarantine Choose costumes that allow your child to wear a non-medical mask If you can, knock instead of pushing doorbells, or keep 2 metres from the door or porch and call trick or treat. Make sure the person calling is wearing a mask. Keep a healthy distance from trick-or-treaters. If possible, hand out candy ...from the driveway, open garage, or lawn instead of your front door. You can print special Halloween posters to hang in your window or place on your door. They'll let trick-or-treaters know if you’re open for boo-ness and handing out candy this year. Get them and see more tips at alberta.ca/halloween

The clouds have cleared just in time for the autumn equinox celebration at Grande Cache Labyrinth Park! What a beautiful day to welcome fall. Thank you, C.O.P.E Community Outreach Program Enhancement!

Now accepting appointments! Flu shots will begin the week of October 13th for high risk Albertans and on October 19th for the general public. Call and pre book your appointment today!!

Today is World Alzheimer's Day. There are many different factors that can help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Visit the link below for tips on maintaining and improving your brain health. http://alzheimer.ca//Abou/Alzheimer-s-disease/Risk-factors

And just like that, it's fall! We're welcoming changing colours and sweater weather with the third issue of Community Connections, our quarterly newsletter. Check it out online at the link below or pick up a copy at the Co-op grocery store. Happy reading and stay safe! Online access: https://bit.ly/GCHTCommunityConnectionsAutumn2020

September is FASD Awareness Month. If you are looking to learn more about FASD, check out the information below about free certificate courses you can take online!

We will be holding our annual AGM at the food bank on October 1 at 6:30. We are looking for new board members so that we can continue providing the residents of Grande Cache with our services. We hope to see you there!!We will be holding our annual AGM at the food bank on October 1 at 6:30. We are looking for new board members so that we can continue providing the residents of Grande Cache with our services. We hope to see you there!!

You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself as well as others Image: www.michellesolomonart.com

Our First Coffee Talk Friday is upon us! This Friday (Sept 18) from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm join us at the CLERC office for our first topic of the month Simple Meal Plans.

Check out this month's Action for Happiness calendar. This September, we are focusing on Self Care! Taking care of others is only possible if you are taking care of yourself, too. Save or print this calendar for a daily reminder to give yourself the time and attention you need and deserve!

DRIVE-THROUGH COFFEE & COOKIES In celebration of older persons, Green View FCSS invite you to Grab & Go Coffee & Cookies on Monday, October 5 from 10:00 am 1...1:00 am. Information Packages, with take-home coffee & cookies will be available for individuals aged 50+ by stopping by the Greenview FCSS in Valleyview or Grande Cache (at the Provincial Building parking lot), while supplies last. For more information, please contact Green View FCSS in Valleyview at 780.524.7603 or Green View FCSS in Grande Cache at 780.827.4336.

The first meeting of the year will be on September 17. All AHS guidelines for safe gatherings will be in place and participants are encouraged to wear masks. Hand sanitizer will be available.

Back To School Smile Buttons! https://libraryaware.com/24S9XW

The Ridge Restaurant & Lounge is looking for feedback about a potential hot lunch program. Drop them a comment or like if you are interested for the students in your family!

Green View FCSS - Grande Cache Office is proud to be partnering with The Evergreens Foundation and Whispering Pines Lodge to provide nutritious lunches to residents of the Hamlet of Grande Cache. For more information, please contact either Whispering Pines Lodge at (780) 827-5600 or Green View FCSS at (780) 827-4336.

Check out the Caribou Patrol Program Photo Scavenger Hunt! They have some fun prizes to giveaway to those who participate!

We celebrated the beautiful, sunny, bluebird day that was August 5th with ceremony, energizing, drumming and labyrinth walking. A perfect combination of people and setting. Thank you Lisa Beckstead, our Grande Cache Success Coach, for her assistance, and for these photos.