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Seven Pillars of Self Care

1. Knowledge & Health literacy – to obtain health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions. 2. Mental wellbeing & Self-awareness – knowing your body mass index (BMI), cholesterol level, blood pressure; engaging in health screening. 3. Physical activity – practicing intensity at a desirable frequency. 4. Healthy eating – having a nutritious, balanced diet with appropriate levels of calorie intake. 5 Risk avoidance – quitting tobacco, limiting alcohol use. 6 Good hygiene – washing hands regularly, brushing teeth, washing food. 7 Rational use of products and medicines – being aware of dangers, using responsibly when necessary.

Furry Friends: Bringing Joy Home

Thinking of adopting a pup? There are so many benefits to owning a dog. Our furry friends have unique personalities and behaviours that will bring joy and entertainment into your world. A pup’s enthusiasm and unconditional love reduces feelings of loneliness and provide comfort in stressful times. Their playful and goofy antics can bring a smile to your face and brighten your day. Go to www.mjhs.ca and visit all the amazing faces waiting for their forever families. If you can’t adopt and would like to help a pet in need, purchase a 4 Paws Lottery ticket!

Listening to Your Body’s Messages

Did you know that every physical symptom we experience has a spiritual connection? Our body’s way of communication can be seen in symptoms like plantar fasciitis indicating fear of change, or a runny nose and watery eyes signaling the need for emotional release. Connecting with our bodies and understanding their messages is crucial. By giving ourselves the freedom to listen and respond, we allow energy to flow and achieve balance. This is what we offer: guiding you to listen to your body and providing energetic remedies. Are you prepared to listen to your body and begin this transformative journey?

Detecting the Root Cause

Bioresonance therapy is a cause-oriented therapy that allows people to look for and focus on the root causes of illness and disease, giving them a tool to help look after themselves. Illness and disease can be caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, mold, and even heavy metal exposure. These harmful factors create disturbances in healthy body systems, and Bioresonance therapy can help detect and manipulate such factors to bring the body’s cells back into their natural vibration frequency. Reducing toxin and stress loads on the body can help bring it back to its self-regulating mode for improved healing and repairing ability.

Reiki Really Works

Reiki is an energy healing treatment that works holistically on the whole body, mind, and spirit. Natural healing vibrations are transmitted through the hands of a Reiki practitioner to the body of the recipient. Reiki treatment can relieve stress and pain, induce relaxation, release emotional blockages, accelerate natural healing, balance subtle energies, and support other medical modalities, including traditional therapies. Reputable medical facilities are now offering patients alternative healing programs such as Reiki and are analyzing the benefits and submitting them for review and compilation. Look at your options on how you can learn Reiki to experience personal healing and to help others.

Seniors Need Connection & Support

Researchers have found that loneliness is just as lethal as smoking 15 cigarettes per day. Many Canadians may not be aware of the connection between loneliness and poor nutrition and the other serious health implications. With concerns around food security and affordability also being top of mind in Canada, we know our senior population is at a higher risk for both. As an organization dedicated to caring for older adults, Home Instead is urging Canadians to join the effort in ensuring our senior loved ones are getting the care and nutrition they need and helping to end loneliness among older adults.

Get Summer-Ready: Unleash Your Confidence!

Get ready for sun, fun, and a common concern for many women: stress. Despite numerous swimsuit styles, a third of women avoid them due to distress. At Fit 4 Life, our Bikini Shape-Up program guarantees firmer bodies and enhanced body confidence within six weeks of strength and cardio interval training. Stop self-rating and experience increased attractiveness and reduced figure anxiety. Let Fit 4 Life accelerate your progress, revealing your confidence in just a few weeks. Additionally, our tanning packages can eliminate tan lines according to your preferences.

Seniors Need Connection & Support

Researchers have found that loneliness is just as lethal as smoking 15 cigarettes per day. Many Canadians may not be aware of the connection between loneliness and poor nutrition and the other serious health implications. With concerns around food security and affordability also being top of mind in Canada, we know our senior population is at a higher risk for both. As an organization dedicated to caring for older adults, Home Instead is urging Canadians to join the effort in ensuring our senior loved ones are getting the care and nutrition they need and helping to end loneliness among older adults.

Access Bars: Unlocking Clarity, Healing, & Joy

The Access Bars is a gentle hands-on energy modality developed by Gary Douglas, the founder of Access Consciousness. Do you ever feel like your mind is full of endless chatter and thoughts? The 32 Access Bars points, when gently touched help facilitate the release of the electromagnetic energy of those extraneous thoughts, feelings, emotions, and points of view that aren’t serving you. We hear from people every day how an Access Bar session contributes more ease, joy, and glory to their lives. Everything from mental clarity, better sleep, anxiety relief, and general mood elevation, trauma healing and so much more.

Social Prescribing

Social prescribing is a way for local agencies to refer people to a Seniors Community Connector. Seniors Community Connectors give people time, focusing on ‘what matters to me’ and taking a holistic approach to people’s health and wellbeing. They connect people to community resources and services for practical and emotional support. Your Community Connector will work with you to develop wellness goals and will provide ongoing support that meets your individual needs and enables you to achieve your goals. Your Community Connector can support you to gain information, advice, guidance, support, as well as assisting you to access a range of services that meet your needs. For more information, contact our Seniors Community Connector, Janice, at [email protected] or call 604-531-9400 ext. 204.

Seniors Center Without Walls

If you are someone who is experiencing difficulties getting out of their home for activities or would like to stay socially connected with other people, look no further. SCWW is a free interactive telephone based program that connects seniors 55+ in a variety of recreational activities, health and wellness talks and friendly conversations. With activities like Mindfulness Meditation to Brain Teasers, SCWW focuses to improve cognition and keep the brain healthy. To receive a program schedule, please contact Edwin Chau at 604-531-9400 ext. 205