By Rob Vogt; Photo by Trevor McDavidAlberta Health Services has announced it has lifted the blue-green-algae advisory for the Twin Valley Reservoir.On Nov. 2, they issued a release stating recent weather has cooled lake and reservoir water temperatures to such an extent that cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, is no longer a health concern, including in three bodies of water in … Read more…
By Rob VogtPlanning for your senior years can include how to avoid pitfalls, estate planning, personal directives, power of attorney, and reducing financial strain.A total of about 15 people gathered at the Claresholm town office council chambers on Friday, June 23 to hear more about the subject and how it relates to elder abuse.The presentation was given by Gabrielle Kirk, … Read more…
By Rob VogtA resident is concerned information on Claresholm’s air quality be presented accurately and in context, and that Claresholm not sign on to a document that will bind the town to regulations that will harm the interests of its citizens.Rose Petek appeared as a delegation at the June 12 meeting of town council.She said she saw an air quality … Read more…
By Rob VogtBrenda Halliwell has a passion for helping people.The native of Claresholm, and daughter of Pius and Mel Wilhauk, is trying to bring some of the experience she earned on Gabriola Island to her hometown.Halliwell is organizing “The Soup Bowl”, which has its first date on June 13 at the Claresholm Social Centre from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.“The … Read more…
By Rob VogtThere are things you can do to have a successful visit when you have a loved one with dementia.More than 25 people attended a lunch and learn presentation at Cottonwood Village on dementia, put on by Marcella Snell, a nurse and the facility’s recreation director.She described her experience, including six years focused on long-term care in a nursing … Read more…
By Rob VogtWhen a woman is experiencing domestic violence or abuse, there is help available.At its April 11 meeting, Claresholm town council learned more about Rowan House when two of its staff appeared as a delegation.Linette Soldan is the executive director for Rowan House and Kelly Smit is the resource development team lead.Smit explained Rowan House has been in operation … Read more…
By Rob Vogt – Local Press WriterShanda McTighe has been around health care her whole life, whether working in health care, having family members work in health care or utilizing its services.Now, the new coordinator for the Claresholm and District Health Foundation wants to give back to the community.McTighe started her new job on Jan. 24, and has been busy … Read more…