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Holistic Wellness Program

Youth Engagement & Empowerment program is available
for youth and operates five days a week (Tuesday to
Saturday) and is free to register. Transportation and food are
provided. Participation is required, and our goal is to provide
a safe space where youth can develop self-esteem, leadership
skills, and healthy relationships. We offer evening, summer,
and Saturday day programs, including cultural activities and
on-the-land camps. We aim to reduce illegal behaviors and
drug use among indigenous youth and address their mental
health concerns. Our team includes Elders, youth workers, and
various facilitators. We care about urban Indigenous youth and
are here to help and support them and their families.

Local Health Spotlight

Universal Home Care empowers older adults to live healthy, independent lives through personalized in-home care. Our team of Registered Nurses, Personal Support Workers, Foot Care Specialists, and rehabilitation professionals provide both medical and non-medical services tailored to each individual’s needs. From medication management and wound care to companionship, housekeeping, meal planning, and specialized therapies, our approach is always client-centered. We also offer physical rehabilitation services including personal training, injury recovery, and fall prevention programs. By outlining your goals, we build a care plan that works for you—ensuring comfort, dignity, and quality of life at home.

Easy Lettuce Wraps

Easy Lettuce Wraps Recipe Ingredients: •Lettuce leaves (iceberg or butter lettuce) • 2C cooked chicken, diced • 1C shredded carrots • 1/2 C diced bell peppers (any color) • 1/4 C chopped fresh cilantro • 2 green onions, chopped • 1/2 C cherry tomatoes, halved • 1/2 C sprouts (alfalfa, bean) • 1/2 C shredded jack or swiss cheese • • Sauce options: . Peanut Sauce • 3 tbsp peanut butter • 2 tbsp soy sauce • 1 tbsp lime juice • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup • 1 tsp grated ginger • Water to thin as needed. For a Nut free Sauce: Use: • 1/4 cup sweet chili or Teriyaki sauce instead of Peanut butter. In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Spoon mixture onto lettuce leaves. Top with choice of sauce, wrap and enjoy!

Why Pet’s Oral Health Matters

Why Pet’s Oral Health Matters
Good oral health is essential to your pet’s overall well-being. Without proper care, pets can develop plaque and tartar buildup, leading to gum disease, tooth loss, and painful infections. These bacteria can also enter the bloodstream and affect vital organs like the heart, liver, and kidneys, potentially causing serious illness. Regular brushing, dental check-ups, and cleanings help prevent these issues and keep your pet healthy and comfortable. Bad breath, drooling, or difficulty eating may be early signs of dental problems. Prioritizing your pet’s oral care is a simple yet powerful way to support their long-term health and happiness. Receive a $50 credit for the month of August.

Heal the Mind, Connect to the Body

Discover the transformative power of mind-body connection through holistic practices like EFT, Qigong, mindfulness, and somatic healing. I guide clients in developing body awareness to address conditions like fibromyalgia, autoimmune challenges, chronic tension, and emotional imbalances. Mind-body practices not only reduce stress but also improve circulation, support the immune system, and aid in emotional release. By reconnecting with the body’s natural wisdom, clients learn to release tension, regulate emotions, and build resilience. This approach fosters a supportive, grounded feeling, allowing individuals to harmonize with their body’s rhythms. Heal from within and experience profound clarity, strength, and balance.

Improve Digestion!

Struggling with Digestion? Now® Super Enzymes is a comprehensive blend of enzymes that supports healthy digestion. Formulated with bromelain, ox bile, pancreatin and papain, Super Enzymes helps to optimize the breakdown of fats, carbohydrates and protein. Due to containing ox bile it is a necessary support for those who have had their gall bladders removed or who have issues with the gall bladder.

The Benefits of PRP Treatments

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatments use your body’s own healing power to support tissue repair and regeneration. By extracting and concentrating platelets from your blood, PRP delivers growth factors directly to targeted areas. It’s widely used for joint pain, tendon injuries, and hair loss, and is growing in popularity for skin rejuvenation. PRP can reduce inflammation, speed healing, and improve overall tissue function with minimal risk, since it’s made from your own blood. As a natural, non-surgical option, PRP offers an effective solution for those seeking to heal, restore, or enhance without relying on medications or invasive procedures.

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is a potent ally in combating muscular discomfort, tensions, aches, and sports injuries. By targeting deep muscle layers, this therapeutic technique enhances blood circulation, reduces inflammation, and releases toxins. Through focused pressure, it improves mobility, flexibility, and reduces pain. Deep tissue massage is particularly beneficial for chronic pain and rehabilitating sports injuries. With its precise approach, it offers long-lasting relief, making it an essential tool for those seeking to overcome muscular ailments.

Improvisation Fosters Emotional Expression

Music therapists use a wide variety of interventions, such as singing, playing instruments, songwriting, and lyric analysis. However, one of the most amazing interventions that music therapists use is improvisation. The client does not have to know how to play an instrument. Improvisation is a way of releasing emotions non-verbally. The music therapist creates a grounding rhythm or melody that is consistent, creating a safe space, then allows the client to express themselves naturally. Whether the improvisation is through an instrument or the voice, this allows trust to develop, as well as feelings of acceptance, and being seen and heard.

Book a Blood Cell Analysis

Northern Essential Salt Cave & Wellness Clinic offers a range of services, including Halotherapy (Salt Cave), Live and Dried Blood Cell Analysis, Nutrition Consultations, iMRS Therapy (PEMF Therapy), Massage Therapy, and Osteopathy. Their unique Nutrition Consultation uses Live and Dried Blood Cell Analysis to assess vitamin and mineral deficiencies, digestive health, and hormone balance. Discover the quality of your blood cells and receive personalized health improvement strategies, including nutrition profiles and supplement recommendations. Bring a copy of WellnessNews for 30% off your session cost!

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