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SCI Alberta Offices  
Edmonton Head Office
Phone: (780) 424-6312
Calgary
Phone: (403) 228-3001

Fort McMurray
Phone: (587) 410-2603

Grande Prairie
Phone: (780) 532-3305
Lloydminster
Phone: (587) 410-2594

Lethbridge
Phone: (403) 327-7577

Medicine Hat
Phone: (403) 504-4001
Red Deer
Phone: (403) 341-5060

St. Paul
Phone: (587) 410-2516
 

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Dear Wheel-E Newsletter Recipients:
 
Welcome to the DECEMBER 2015 issue of Wheel-E, the monthly newsletter of Spinal Cord Injury Alberta. Wheel-E includes information about news and events related to spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities.

SCI Alberta also publishes Spinal Columns, a magazine that includes features and regular columns about important issues that individuals with disabilities face today. Click here to read our most recent issue. If your contact information has changed or if you would like to receive Spinal Columns, please contact us at 780-424-6312, 1-888-654-5444 or [email protected] or click here to sign up to receive your issue of Spinal Columns by email.

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December Office Hours
Spinal Cord Injury Alberta offices will be closed the afternoon of December 24, 2015 and will reopen on January 4, 2016.




Condolences
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Weslyn Mather, former Edmonton MLA who passed away on November 22. Weslyn was a tremendous leader and well respected within the disability community and SCI Alberta for her tireless advocacy work.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Various activities are taking place throughout Alberta and across the country in order to increase awareness of diverse abilities and promote inclusion for persons with disabilities. Most events are taking place on December 3rd.

 
What's Local in Your Community
 
 
Calgary 
Calgary 2015 Peer Events
Peer event information is posted as it becomes available on the SCI Alberta website  as well as on Facebook and Twitter.
For more information, contact Marilyn Erho at 403-228-7434. 

Save the Date - Peer Christmas Event
Christmas Bell Join us on Dec
ember 6, 2015 for an afternoon of fun and entertainment at the MacEwan Conference Centre, University of Calgary, 402 Collegiate Blvd. NW. Includes a 3 course Turkey Christmas Lunch, motivational speakers, great silent auction items, door prizes, 50/50 draw and much more!! Invite your family, friends, caregivers; everyone is welcome to attend. We have increased our space. $20.00/person. Kids 5 and under free. RSVP to [email protected]  or 403-228-7434. Proudly sponsored by Coloplast and Scotiabank.
  


Restaurant Critics Needed!
Typically, two restaurants are chosen each month in order to assess the experience.  Keep checking back as we plan for more restaurant events.
  
We hope you can join us for these great opportunities to socialize, share ideas, and enjoy some great food.  


 
Vulnerable Persons Self-Registry    
In the event of an emergency the registry provides important information to first responders when special attention may be required. For more information or to register, visit www.calgarypolice.ca (keyword: Self-Registry)   
 
Edmonton    
Edmonton 2015 Peer Events
Peer event information is posted as it becomes available on the
Spinal Cord Injury Alberta website as well as on Facebook and Twitter. For more information, contact Guy Coulombe at 780-424-6312 or [email protected].

Got da Blues?
Join us for an afternoon at the Blues on Whyte on Sunday, December 6, 2015, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., 10329 - 82 Avenue. $10/person, appetizers. A small donation for the food bank is welcome. RSVP by Friday, December 4th to Kiley at 780-257-0107 or [email protected] or 587-410-2427 (direct).  Click here for poster.
Invitation to Edmonton Peer Program Blues on Whyte event on December 6_ 2015

Jingle Jingle, Come and Mingle - December 2, 2015 
Join us for our Edmonton Peer Christmas Party coming up on December 2, 2015 at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, Unit 3B Atrium. RSVP by November 25 to
[email protected] or 780-424-6312.

International Day of Persons With Disabilities - Edmonton
The City of Edmonton and its community partners are committed to creating an inclusive community that honors the contributions of all its citizens. Since December 3rd, 2003 the City of Edmonton has actively been celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). Join us at the Ramada Hotel and Conference Centre, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 11834 Kingsway Avenue (119 Street and Kingsway Avenue), Edmonton. 
IDPD Edmonton Poster - PechaKucha Ability  
 
Alberta Government Catheter Rationing Means One Per Day, Per Patient - CBC Edmonton
 
 
Shauna Jensen wants assessments for supplied catheters to consider quality of life not just clinical evidence. (Courtesy of Shauna Jensen)
 
Shauna Jensen provides feedback about how the number of catheters provided affected her quality of life.Read full story.  

Participants Needed for Research Study
The University of Alberta Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation is conducting a research study and needs participants with spinal cord injuries who are 14 to 22 years of age. Research investigator for the study is Donna Goodwin, PhD and the title is "Community Recreation Opportunities: Hidden Youth Labour".  Click here for more information and forms.
 
Medicine Hat 

Adaptive Curling! 
Adaptive Curling has started partnering with Medicine Hat Adaptive Sport and Recreation. Takes place Friday afternoons from 1:30 - 2:30 pm, Medicine Hat Curling Club. Upcoming curling dates: December 4, 11, 18.  January 8, 15, 29. February 5, 12, 19, 26. 

    
Grande Prairie
SCI Alberta Grande Prairie Peer Information Sessions/Other Activities:
For more information on any upcoming peer events please contact Mieke at 780-532-3305 or [email protected].    

Social Bowling Group
Bowling Image Join us each Tuesday for Social Bowling from 2:30 to 5:30  p.m. Join us for conversation if you don't want to bowl. Taking place at Grande Prairie's Bowling Stones Ten Pin Entertainment Center, 11005 - 106 Avenue. $4.00 per game. Cribbage, pool and other games are often available as well. Volunteers welcome. Phone Mieke at 780-831-1091 or keep your eye on the Accessible GP Facebook page for bowling updates. Check with Cecil if you have questions. He can be reached at [email protected].
 
 
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Grande Prairie Office Hours
The Grande Prairie office will be closed Dec. 7 - 8, 2015 and  December 24, 2015 to January 4, 2016.

Grande Prairie Accessibility Advisory Committee Facebook Page 
Grande Prairie Accessibility Advisory Committee now has a Facebook page and profile! Click here to check out their page or add them to Facebook to keep in the loop! Feel free to share.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities in Grande Prairie  
December 3, 2015, 6:30pm - 8:30 pm, Holiday Inn and Suites Conference Centre (by Staples).  Join us for short videos,  conversation and coffee. Master of Ceremonies, Tom Pura, Grande Prairie and District Chamber of Commerce. Keynote speaker, Denise Hiscock, retired school teacher from High Level leading with a full life with Multiple Sclerosis.
 
For More News and Community Events in Grande Prairie 
For information about other community news and events, click here.     
 
Lethbridge 
 
Lethbridge Inclusion Awards and IDPD Celebration
The Lethbridge Inclusion Awards and Alberta Premiers Council Awards with a live dance performance and an exclusive sneak peak at the documentary "Unlimited". Thursday, December 3, 2015, 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm at CASA, 230, 8 Street South, Lethbridge. Click here for more information.
Invitation to IDPD event in Lethbridge on December 3rd_ 2015  

Red Deer

New Housing Available in Red Deer 
New housing available in Red Deer operated by Parkland CLASS and FCSS. Thetr will be shared accommodations with other persons with disabilities and would be great for transitioning back into the community. All have varying degrees of accessibility and rental costs and some may be staffed with caregivers. For more information, contact [email protected] or 403-341-5060. 
 
Research and Innovation
  
  


Participants Needed for Research Study
The University of Alberta Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation is conducting a research study and needs participants with spinal cord injuries who are 14 to 22 years of age. Research investigator for the study is Donna Goodwin, PhD and the title is "Community Recreation Opportunities: Hidden Youth Labour". Click here for more information and forms.
 
 
Introducing SCI - U
SCI-U is a series of 10 multimedia courses about learning to live with spinal cord injury. The courses have been designed to give you the information you need to live a healthy, active life. They were developed by people who live with SCI, in collaboration with researchers and clinicians.


Interesting Websites/Videos
 
 
Resource for Parents In Wheelchairs 
Ali Gibson created parentsinwheelchairs.com to share her experiences with other people and hope that parents (or those considering becoming parents) with a disability will find it useful and/or interesting.
 
 
Nutrition, Active Living and Wellbeing
 

 
SCI Alberta Launches New Service 
Led by our very own Certified Nutritionist, Kasey Aiello, SCI Alberta launched our newest service in Calgary which focuses on Nutrition. In addition to services such as one on one nutrition counselling, we will also be hosting monthly nutrition workshops at our Calgary office! For more information, contact Kasey at 403-228-7427 or [email protected].

First Nutrition Workshop in Calgary on Nov. 18
Nutrition Workshop on November 18, 2015

Join Us for our Next Nutrition Workshop 
December 16, 2015, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m., SCI Alberta Calgary office - in the kitchen! Just bring a clean tea towel. RSVP to [email protected] or 403-228-7427.
Nutrition Workshop Invitation on December 16_ 2015

Good Food Depot 
SCI Alberta in Calgary is also applying to become a Good Food Box Depot which will offer affordable fresh fruit and vegetables to clients once a month.  
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Good Food Box Calgary
Box Options:
Small Box:     $20, 20-25lbs of fruits and vegetables
Medium Box: $25, 30-35lbs of fruits and vegetables
Large Box:     $30, 40-45lbs of fruits and vegetables
Cash only and money must be received by January 5, 2016
Order Date:     January 5, 2016
Delivery Date: January 14, 2016

Check out some of these cool links:
An ergonomic knife for individuals with reduced arm and hand strength.

Wheelchair Yoga (Wheel-E)
 
Recipe for Shakshuka  
 
Eat Well Live Well
Eat Well Live Well is a practical guide to help address secondary health complications in SCI through nutrition.

 

Ways to Give

 

 

Click here to find out more about how you can support us.

      

Use Your Power for Good

50% of profits on your electricity usage each month can help individuals with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities! Click here to find out more.   

 

Agents of Change
An Innovative New Way to Support Us!

Our partnership with Agents of Change empowers you to support us in a substantial way if you are considering buying or selling a home.   

Click here to find out more. 

 

Become a Spinal Cord Injury Alberta Member - Make Your Voice Count 

Spinal Cord Injury Alberta has been providing services and support to Albertans who have experienced a spinal cord injury or physical disability since 1961.


For a list of the many benefits available through your $25 membership, click here. Call 780-424-6312, ext 2241 or toll free 1-888-654-5444 to renew your SCI Alberta membership.

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Ongoing Resources
   

 

Click here to find out more about our ongoing resources.   

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 Classifieds / Equipment for Sale 

 

Classifieds

Welcome to the classified section of the Spinal Cord Injury Alberta. New ads are added regularly. 

 

If you have anything you would like to buy or sell, please click here to e-mail a description of the item, your asking price and your contact information and we will post your item as quickly as possible.

United Way InKind Centre

Distributes goods and resources to qualified charitable organizations.  The InKind Centre is a community initiative of United Way of the Alberta Capital Region.

 

Silver Cross Canada

Find recycled or new health care equipment in your area by contacting Silver Cross Canada.  

 

Vertical Platform Lifts 
Available at Silver Cross at

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Submissions/Subscribers/Contact Us

 

Please let others know about Wheel-E! They can subscribe by emailing or giving us a call at [email protected] (780) 424-6312 or toll-free: 1-888-654-5444

 

Please give us your thoughts and feedback on our newsletter. If you have announcements you would like posted, please submit to: [email protected]

 

The next issue of SCI Alberta Wheel-E will be published the first week of January 2016. Deadline for submissions is on or before the 26th of each month. Whenever possible, please send in your announcements before the deadline!

 

For more information about Spinal Cord Injury Alberta, visit our website at http://www.sci-ab.ca     

Spinal Cord Injury Alberta neither endorses nor guarantees any of the products or services advertised in Wheel-E or on our website.     

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