Do you miss the joy of singing? Sing Again Community Choir is a fun way to FREE your voice and connect with others in an encouraging, informal group. Sing a mix of uplifting songs from around the world incorporating movement, and learn to harmonize by ear. Singing releases natural hormones that can alleviate pain, lower stress, improve mood, and enhance your sense of well-being. It also increases cardiovascular health, social cohesion and feelings of belonging. Drop in to Sing Again in Nanaimo, Parksville, or Nanoose. No experience necessary. First visit is FREE.
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Set Up for Success.
Setting clear goals is important to succeeding in your health goals, as it provides the road map to get you from where you are to where you want to be. Let’s say that you have set a goal to run your first 5km race. You know that you need to walk and run more, get quality sleep, and eat the food your body needs to recover from the increased exercise. This should be laid out in your goal. Set yourself up for success by getting your exercise clothes ready so it takes little effort to get out of the house and get moving.
Foot Care is Important
Foot care is essential for supporting overall health and well-being. A trained foot care provider can help prevent infections and skin conditions. Management of chronic conditions for individuals with diabetes, neurological issues, and poor circulation can reduce pain and prevent complications. Regular foot examinations are essential for early detection of health issues, reducing falls, and maintaining mobility. Proper and regular attention to foot care should be a part of everyone’s self-care routine. Supportive and well-fitting footwear will also improve comfort and quality of life. Comfort Keepers can help with foot care. Contact us for an appointment with our registered foot care nurse.
Do I Need Sunscreen in September?
It is important to wear sunscreen on exposed skin every month of the year. The UVB, or sunburn rays, are less intense in the fall and winter but can still damage your skin and cause skin thinning, skin cancer, wrinkles, and brown spots. A sunscreen of SPF 50 is recommended when you are outdoors, and it should be reapplied every two hours. If you are inside and away from windows, a reapplication may not be necessary. Be sure to use a generous amount! If you have never used sunscreen, it is not too late to start. It can make a big difference at any age.
Experience Healing and Stress Relief
Feeling stressed or tired? The Energy Enhancement System (EESystemTM) can help. It generates life-enhancing energy fields that can promote healing. The possible health benefits include improved immune function, pain and stress relief, detoxification of the body, elevated moods and increased energy levels. It combines body, mind, spirit and science to help you achieve peak performance and reach higher states of health, consciousness and self-actualization. The future is here. Experience the EESystemTM while relaxing in a recliner, where your body will reach a meditative state.
The WellnessHub Vancouver Island
Looking for more local health and wellness information? Check out the WellnessHub Vancouver Island. It features hundreds of local businesses and practitioners offering services and products, health tips on a variety of topics, podcasts, reviews and more. It is easy to search, access and share information. Our health and wellness resources also include our printed newsletters, the “Wellness Wednesday” radio show podcasts and health and wellness events. September is a great time to start new activities and adopt healthy habits to keep you active and well all year long.
Who Sets the Price of My Home?
The market determines what a house is worth, specifically what similar homes in the surrounding area have sold for (not just listed: SOLD) in recent weeks. An agent reviews current listings, recent sales, and also cancelled or expired (unsold or failed) listings. Data considered includes list price, reduced price, and Days on Market. But at the end of the day, buyers in the market are the ones who ultimately offer what they think the house is worth; if agreeable to the seller, the “market value” is set. We’d be happy to chat about your real estate needs.
Denture Cleaning Tips
Maintaining clean dentures involves a daily routine. *Use a soft-bristle brush and a non-abrasive denture cleanser to remove stains, plaque and debris. *Soak dentures overnight in water to loosen stains. *Be gentle to prevent damage; clean over a towel or basin of water. *Avoid hot water to prevent warping. Schedule regular denture checkups for a professional cleaning and a proper fit. Even with full dentures, gently rub your mouth and gums daily using a regular toothbrush. Avoid abrasive toothpaste and harsh cleaners that can damage dentures. Following these tips preserves dentures and improves overall oral health. Find more tips on our website.
Regaining Connection To Ourselves
Feeling stuck or emotionally stagnant during life transitions can deeply impact our physical and mental health, careers, and relationships. Life transitions can lead to a sense of disorientation, self-doubt, or anxiety, which differs from simple situational changes like moving to a new town. Transitions carry psychological weight and meaning, involving a process of reorientation that often influences how we see ourselves. It’s crucial to take a moment to acknowledge what has been lost—whether it’s a significant relationship, an aspect of ourselves, a previously anticipated path, or a choice we didn’t make.
Whole Body Wellness
Super Patch technology uses a special pattern to help you go from feeling blah to HUZZAH! When your skin comes in contact with the Super Patch ridge pattern, it triggers a response in the brain’s neural networks that helps you tackle your daily problems, head-on. The brain and nervous system processes that stimulation and a waterfall of wellness responses happen, from more energy to enhanced balance and quality of life. The effect is immediate, so you focus less on overcoming life challenges and more on living a happier, healthier life. The patches are designed to be safe and easy-to-use, every single day.
The Link Between Nutrition & Aging
Up to half of older adults are at risk for malnutrition, a condition that makes them vulnerable to increased risk of falling, slower recovery times, repeat hospitalizations, and possibly death. Thankfully, older adults, their caregivers, and loved ones can take several steps to better understand the factors that influence their nutritional needs and create a personalized plan for healthy eating: *consulting a doctor or registered dietitian; *focusing on nutrient-rich staples; *staying hydrated; and *addressing food insecurity. Comfort Keeper caregivers can help prepare nutritious, sustaining meals to help older adults maintain independence.
