It is important to wear hearing aids during all waking hours (with the exception of showering, swimming, and environments where hearing protection should be used). Hearing aids provide the brain with auditory input and the brain creates and reforms new neural networks. If the hearing aids are only used when needed, then these new networks are not formed nor strengthened. Occasional hearing aid use can also lead to auditory deprivation and can effect a person’s ability to understand speech. To find out more about what hearing aid best suits your lifestyle and budget, call for a Free hearing evaluation.

The phone rings and the person on the other line says, “Your mom fell and broke her hip. She needs surgery and rehab.” When she is released from rehab, you realize that she can no longer live alone. It is easy to compare the cost of basic room, board and food services. However, often there are other “hidden” fees associated with “independent” and “assisted living” facilities. These may include health care and medication related fees, fees for personal care and other treatments. All these add up! Choosing care home needs for a loved one requires knowing the full financial cost in addition to the usual “room and board.”

Cupping and moxibustion treatments improve circulation to promote healing and pain relief. Cupping increases blood flow within capillaries and vessels enabling tissues to better receive nutrients and oxygen. When tissues are nourished, healing can take place and pain is reduced or resolved. Children with asthma, poor immunity and stomach pain/discomfort can be treated with “kissing cups”. Moxibustion involves burning a prepared form of mugwort on or near the skin. Pumping heat into one or more acupuncture points activates and strengthens circulation and absorption to promote healing in the local area. Moxibustion is also a safe and effective technique for helping to turn breech babies.

We are excited about the latest Activity Guide. The Fall & Winter edition is hot off the press and is full of over 1,000 programs that are sure to keep you and every member of your family active over the next season. We have activities in arts, crafts, dance, fitness, first aid, music, language, wellness, outdoors, sports, swimming and skating, as well as several community special events.

Studies continually show the benefits of being active and socializing as an important part of being healthy – both physically and emotionally. This fall and winter, take a moment and move with us!

Need some ideas to keep you moving? Contact our recreation experts at 250.756.5200 or visit our website at recreation.nanaimo.ca.

Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens helps you honour the life and memory of your cherished loved one. Their professionals are there to help you make decisions with confidence in your urgent time of need. They can also help you pre-plan your own final arrangements. This allows you to design an exceptional statement that reflects your life and values, save money and reduce the burden that may be put on your family. As a member of the Arbor Memorial family, Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens provide funeral preparations, cremation services, and interment rights to families in Cedar, Nanaimo, and across Canada.