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Effective Communications

Being able to communicate effectively with your elderly loved ones is essential. Often, it is not what you say, but how you say it that determines how your message is received. • Show your respect by treating them as equals. • Listen attentively and ask questions if you are not sure.  Make sure that your message is understood. • Think before responding and do not speak when you are angry or upset.  If you have to have a potentially difficult conversation, rehearse what you want to say. • Set your boundaries.  It is ok to refuse a request without rejecting your loved one.

Kat Theus, Community Relations Manager, Berwick on the Lake Retirement Community, BerwickRetirement.com/bol

Natural Product Review

RF3 WORLD CANADA INC. has the privilege of bringing amazing organic nanotechnology products to Canada! With 13 natural products synergistically manufactured using nanotechnology processing which allows the magic of these 13 products to penetrate DEEP into the skin barrier maximizing healthy skin and healthy lives! Our skin is the largest organ in our body. In fact, it protects our internal organs from external threats like environmental pollutants, UV rays and microorganisms. FIRMAX3, an organic, nanotechnology infused cream penetrates DEEP into your skin to create a PROTECTIVE barrier against attack PLUS balances one’s hormones to maintain healthy skin and maximize health!

RF3WorldCanada.com

Essential Oil Review

Breathe Essential Oil Blend. Are you stuffed up and congested with a cold? This Breathe Essential Oil Blend from Pure Joy Naturals is a breath of fresh air! This clean, fresh blend contains: Eucalyptus, Lemon. Tea Tree, Cypress, and Peppermint Essential Oil combined. The most effective way to use Breathe Blend is to add 4-5 drops to your Essential Oil Diffuser during the day. Other ways to enjoy the benefits are by using an Aromatherapy Necklace, Bracelet, ready to use roll on or inhaler. Remember: Breathe in with your nose 1,2,3 and out through your mouth 4,5,6.

Coral and Rob Fehr, PureJoyNaturals.ca

Gramma’s Home Remedy

Herbs can treat headaches! When you need to get that headache under control, here are some spices in your kitchen that can help. Lemon Balm can soothe tension and anxiety-type headaches. Allspice relaxes your nerves and helps calm your whole body. Allspice has a numbing effect on the nerves and gives relief from pains such as headaches and sinus problems. Rosemary improves circulation, and when blood rushes to your feet it will improve your headache. And lastly, Chamomile is a wonderful remedy for stress, nerves, and anxiety. This one is also safe for children! It has an anti-inflammatory effect on the body, helping with certain types of headaches.

Maggie Makaruk DD, AnnasDentureClinic.ca

Tips for Stress-Free Travel – Tip #4

Would you love a stress-free vacation? Follow our planning tips for the most relaxing holiday. Confirm opening dates and times. If you have any must see attractions, confirm that they will be open when you plan to visit. Travelers can easily be caught by surprise. Monday may be a business day, but for many museums worldwide it is their only day off. With advance notice, you can simply swap the days of your activities. Confirming your sightseeing itinerary in advance will allow you to relax on the beach knowing that you aren’t sun tanning away your last chance to see that Picasso masterpiece.

Glen Eden Funeral Home, GlenEdenMemorial.ca

Dogs and Babies Know How to Move

Have you ever watched babies stretch their arms and legs as they wake up?  If so, you have witnessed pandiculation.  This is the nervous system’s natural way of waking up the sensory-motor system and preparing for movement.  As we age and develop habitual ways of standing and moving, this natural response becomes inhibited.  As muscles become tight and fail to release, tension and pain may result.  Our nervous system has learned to keep muscles tight, it can also learn to release those same muscles. Somatic exercises re-educate the brain to restore the natural mind-body pandiculation response.

Carol Meekes, at ease Somatics, ateaseSomatics.com

Profile: Nanaimo Memory & Complex Care

Looking for care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia? Nanaimo Memory & Complex Care provides a high standard of living for your loved one in a beautiful and relaxing environment.  Their building is designed to accommodate different levels of cognitive ability and to promote the highest level of independence possible. They feature private and companion suites in a pet-friendly environment.  The enclosed gardens and walking paths offer a place to stroll freely in nature to help create a sense of independence.  Nanaimo Memory & Complex Care offers both long-term residential or short-term respite care.

Heather Fisk, NanaimoMemoryCare.com

TheatreOne: Jake’s Gift

Take a trip back to Juno Beach with a WW2 veteran, in TheatreOne’s presentation of Jake’s Gift. Jake’s Gift tells the story of a Canadian World War II veteran’s reluctant return to Normandy, to find the grave of the brother who never came home. Jake encounters Isabelle, a precocious 10-year-old who’s inquisitive nature and charm challenge the old soldier to confront some long-ignored ghosts. At its heart, Jake’s Gift is about the legacy of remembrance and makes personal the story behind one soldier’s grave. VIU  Malaspina Theatre Thursday to Saturday, April 25-27 at 7:30pm, and Saturday, April 27 at 2pm.

TheatreOne, TheatreOne.org

Clean Eating Recipe: Vegan Cashew “Cheese”

Are you interested in trying a vegan diet, but aren’t ready to give up all cheese? You must give this recipe a try! Here’s what you need: 3/4 cup raw cashews, 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast, 3/4 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ tablespoon lemon juice, ¼ cup water, ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar, black pepper to taste. Here’s how to do it: Place cashews in a bowl with warm water and soak for at least 2 hours. Drain and add to food processor along with all other ingredients. Pulse until thoroughly combined. Enjoy this “cheesy” alternative!

Shoulder & Rotator Cuff Pain Relief

To eliminate the pain of frozen shoulder or rotator cuff injuries and to regenerate the joint, especially with osteo-arthritic elements; acupuncture and Prolozone injection therapy are my treatment protocols. Each component of Prolozone therapy has a specific biological purpose. Procaine acts to re-establish cellular membrane potentials. Anti-inflammatory agents decrease edema and swelling. The inclusion of vitamins and minerals provides necessary substrates of oxygen utilization that in damaged tissues are often deficient. And finally, oxygen utilization is directly stimulated by ozone. It is excellent for all forms of musculo-skeletal and joint pain.

Dr. Sterling Desmond, Dr. TCM, R.A., AAOT Fellow Member, EvolveWithDesera.com

Benefits of Urban Poling

Owning a pair of Walking Poles allows you to enjoy nice long walks with friends and have better stance and stability. With proper training, Urban poling is a healthy activity suited for improving quality of life. Proven benefits include increased balance & stability, increase in mobility and improved strength. Urban Walking Poles are all weather, fully adjustable and have interchangeable feet to ensure you are set for adventure. If you would like to try Urban poling but not sure of where to start call or drop by the clinic to book a Free Urban Poling consultation. Your body will Thank you!

Bastion Physiotherapy, BastionPhysio.com