A Helpful Hand - Edmonton

11/07/2025

🎉 Happy Friday, friends! ☀️💛

We made it through another week — time to take a deep breath, shake off the stress, and head into the weekend with a smile! 😄✨

Whether you’re spending your Friday catching up on rest, visiting family, or tackling that to-do list, remember to pause and enjoy the little moments that make life sweet. 💐
Here’s your gentle reminder:
💪 You did your best this week.
☕ You deserve a moment to relax.
💛 And it’s okay to ask for a helping hand when you need one.

Wishing you a weekend full of laughter, cozy vibes, and maybe even a nap or two! 😉

11/06/2025

🍽️ Dinner in 30 Minutes? Yes, Please! 😍

After a long day, the last thing anyone wants is to spend hours in the kitchen — especially when you’ve got family to care for and a million other things on the go!

Here’s a simple, delicious 30-minute dinner idea you can try tonight:

👩‍🍳 One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken & Rice
✨ Quick, comforting, and easy cleanup!
Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts (cubed)
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 clove garlic (minced)
1 cup rice
2 cups chicken broth
Optional: frozen peas or corn

Directions:
1️⃣ Sauté chicken with garlic until golden.
2️⃣ Stir in honey, soy sauce, and rice.
3️⃣ Pour in broth, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
4️⃣ Add peas or corn for the last 5 minutes.
Dinner’s ready — warm, flavourful, and stress-free! 🥰

💡 A Helpful Hand knows that little things like a quick meal can make a big difference in your day.

11/06/2025

Hey friends! We’ve pulled together 5 different family-friendly events happening in the Edmonton area over Fri Nov 7 → Sun Nov 9. Grab your snacks, bundle up, and make a plan — here we go!

🎈 Weekend Event Picks
1. FREE R.E.A.D with the RCMP
📅 Friday, Nov 7 | 🕙 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Strathcona County Library (Strathcona County)
Description: Story-time with a real RCMP officer (Constable Cheri-Lee Smith) followed by a craft. Great for little ones and mornings when you don’t want to go far.

2. Home Depot Kids Workshop: Build an Excavator
📅 Saturday, Nov 8 | 🕣 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Home Depot (Edmonton)
Description: A fun hands-on workshop for kids to build their very own mini excavator. Ideal for active little builders.

3. FREE City of Edmonton Play Rangers: Shelter Building, Disc Golf & Outdoor Games
📅 Saturday, Nov 8 | 🕜 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Whitemud Park (Edmonton)
Description: Outdoor fun with shelter building, disc golf, and games for kids ~6-12 years. Perfect for a crisp afternoon adventure.

4. Meet Santa in Store at Indigo
📅 Sat & Sun, Nov 8-9 | 🕙 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Indigo Books & Music, 8882 170 Street NW, Edmonton
Description: Storytime + photo with Santa — a festive, cozy indoor plan if it’s cold or snowy outside.

5. Gabby’s Cat‑tastic Dance Party
📅 Sat & Sun, Nov 8-9 | (Check times)
📍 Location: Sherwood Park Mall
Description: Meet the characters from Gabby’s Dollhouse, games, crafts, dancing — a great pick for the younger set.

Which one will you attend? Tag your go-to buddy & share your weekend plans! 👇

11/05/2025

🧺 Service Spotlight: Light Housekeeping 🧺
Keeping a tidy home shouldn’t feel overwhelming.

A Helpful Hand offers Light Housekeeping Services to make daily living a little easier — from laundry (like changing those tricky, hard to reach bedsheets) and dishes to sweeping, organizing, and freshening up your space. 🧼✨

Because everyone deserves a clean, comfortable place to call home. 💙

Visit www.ahelpfulhand.ca for full pricing and details!

11/04/2025

Tidbit Tuesday: Don’t Forget Their Social Life

Isolation can impact seniors as much as any health condition. Encourage your parents to stay social—join community groups, attend senior events, or just have regular coffee dates with friends.

Emotional health is just as important as physical health.

11/03/2025

Happy Monday, friends! 🌸

A brand-new week means new chances to smile, connect, and make life a little easier. 💕 Whether your to-do list is long or you just need a gentle reminder to slow down, don’t forget to take a moment today for the people (and things) that matter most.

At A Helpful Hand, we’re here to take some of that weight off your shoulders so you can spend more time with loved ones. 💌

✨ Let’s start this week with gratitude, kindness, and maybe even a cup of coffee (or two 😉).

10/30/2025

Hello friends! 🎉 Here’s a fun round-up of family-friendly events happening in Edmonton between Friday, October 31 and Saturday, November 1 — perfect for planning a weekend outing with the kids (or just enjoying some time together). All are awesome picks from our local scene! 🎃

1. Kidchella: Edmonton — Fri, Oct 31
A super kid-friendly festival with live music, arts & crafts, face-painting and dancing fun for the whole family.

2. DARK: Fort Edmonton Park Halloween Festival — Oct 3-Nov 1 (still going on through Nov 1) A spook-themed festival with haunts, scare zones and Halloween fun (older kids/families) in a big-park setting.

3. Conservation Weekend at the Muttart Conservatory — Sat & Sun around Nov 1 (specific mention: Sun Nov 1)
Explore nature and conservation-themed activities at the iconic glass-pyramids botanical garden — fun & educational.

4. Pumpkins After Dark — Through Oct 31 (so Fri Oct 31 is your last chance)
An outdoor evening walk through hand-carved pumpkin displays, fall treats, fun photo ops — super family-friendly.

5. The Headless Carrot Halloween Party — Fri, Oct 31 (4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.)
A free Halloween-themed bash at The Carrot Coffee — great for dressing up and enjoying some lighter spooky fun with the family.

6. Little Ravers: Under The Sea! — (Event date listed as Oct 18 but check for similar/affiliate sessions maybe Nov 1)
A fun, music-and-dance event for kids and parents — face-painting, dance floor, good energy.

10/29/2025

💙 At A Helpful Hand, we believe in honesty, trust, and transparency — no surprises, no hidden fees, just genuine help you can count on. 🙌

All of our pricing is clearly listed on our website, so you always know exactly what to expect before booking. Whether it’s assistance for yourself or a loved one, you deserve a service that’s trustworthy, reliable, and upfront every step of the way. 💫
Because peace of mind shouldn’t come with fine print.

👉 Visit www.ahelpfulhand.ca to see our pricing and learn more about how we can lend you a helpful hand today. 💙

www.ahelpfulhand.ca offers local home health support to help you or your loved ones with daily tasks. We provide compassionate, reliable assistance for seniors and individuals needing extra care, making everyday life easier and more comfortable.

10/29/2025

🌟 Service Spotlight: Senior Palz (Companion Visits) 🌟

Sometimes what we all need most is a little company and conversation. 💬

Our Senior Palz visits offer friendly social time, games, walks, or simply someone to chat with over a cup of tea. Whether it’s an hour or an afternoon, we’re here to bring connection and joy into every visit. 💙
Because no one should ever feel alone.
👉 Learn more at www.ahelpfulhand.ca

10/28/2025

Tidbit Tuesday: Keep Medical Info Handy

A simple binder (or even your phone) can be a lifesaver. Keep a record of medications, allergies, doctors’ contacts, and medical history for your parents.

When an emergency happens, you’ll have everything ready at your fingertips—no scrambling required.

10/27/2025

🎉 We Have a Winner! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at the Fall Home Show and entered our Power Lift Chair Giveaway! 💺🍁

We had such a wonderful time meeting so many amazing people, hearing your stories, and sharing a few laughs along the way. 💛

Congratulations to our lucky winner (pictured below)! We hope you enjoy your new power lift chair and the extra comfort it brings to your home. 🏡✨

Stay tuned — we have more exciting giveaways and community events coming soon! 👀

10/27/2025

If you don’t know about Sage Seniors Association they are having an open house on Oct. 29th

You're Invited to Sage’s Drop-In Open House!
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Sage Seniors Association (15 Sir Winston Churchill Square)
Whether you're a senior, caregiver, community partner, or just curious about what we do – this is a perfect opportunity to drop in, meet our team, and learn about the programs and services we offer.
• Tour our space
• Chat with staff
• Learn about our programs and services
• Enjoy live performances by seniors
No registration needed – just drop in! Bring a friend, a neighbour, or someone who might need a reason to reconnect. 💜