December can be a challenging month at the best of times. Online gambling and sports betting have gained incredible popularity recently. Vulnerable people can be at an increased risk of developing gambling issues when combined with the financial and emotional stress the holiday season can bring. If gambling which was once a light-hearted and fun activity has become a coping mechanism for emotional and/or financial relief, reach out to VI Gaming Support. We are available by phone, text, email, social media (Facebook & Instagram) or online on our website. Our toll-free support line is open 24/7. You are not alone.
Community News
Count Your Blessings
December is a perfect time to count our many blessings. We thank our advertisers, readers, subscribers, distributors and community partners for helping us to spread the wellness message. We wish everyone Peace, Happiness and Good Health this Holiday Season.
Community Profile: Accura Denture Clinic
Accura Denture Clinic, located in Parksville, at French Creek Landing, has produced personal, handcrafted dentures for 28 years. They believe that your dentures should be as unique as you are. Their services include; new dentures, partial dentures and implant-supported dentures. Maintenance of existing dentures is very important; they provide relines, rebases, repairs, equilibration, tooth additions and adjustments. At the clinic, they also offer a complete line of denture care products including; cleaning solutions, containers and denture brushes. They would be pleased to have you join their family of satisfied customers. Contact them today for personalized service.
Make Life Accessible
Our knowledgeable experts enjoy making life accessible for everyone by identifying the unique needs of our clients and selecting solutions that fit their lifestyles. Let us help you make a difference in your life every day with the right mobility and home accessibility solutions, including *wheelchairs, *stairlifts, *walkers, *power lift recliners, *bathroom safety items and more. “Because Motion isn’t a place, it’s a partnership.” Monthly payments are now available with financing from humm Canada.
Holiday Joy: Home Care
This holiday season, the presence of a home caregiver offers unparalleled advantages, ensuring a joyful and stress-free celebration. Experienced caregivers provide personalized assistance, enabling seniors or individuals with special needs to participate fully in festivities. From meal preparation to companionship, caregivers enhance well-being. Their support fosters a safe environment, preventing accidents and promoting peace of mind for both individuals and their families. With dedicated care, the holiday season becomes a time of warmth, comfort, and shared joy, allowing everyone to cherish precious moments together. Consider the gift of a home caregiver for a holiday filled with compassion and support.
Do You Feel Emotional?
The holiday season can be an emotional time; a time of loving reunions, heartfelt connections and joy or it may be filled with obligations, expectations and old memories. You may feel a full range of emotions from happy to sad. Be gentle with yourself in allowing any emotions you feel at this time. The holidays are an opportunity to nurture ourselves while giving and receiving. A Certified Body Code/Emotion Code Practitioner can help you release any unprocessed negative (trapped) emotions to make this season easier for you. Call today for a complimentary information session. Are you searching for wellness talk topics? Let’s chat!
Earwax and Hearing Aids
Clear Ears Mobile Care
With a decade of experience in the hearing industry, I transitioned to a mobile platform to address the prevalent issue of plugged ears among clients unable to access traditional clinics. Recognizing the need for comprehensive care, I now bring Clear Ears directly to your home. Specializing not only in ear wax removal but also in providing hearing tests and sales for hearing aids, Clear Ears has evolved into a full-service mobile hearing clinic. Embracing the holiday spirit, we extend our services to ensure your festive celebrations are filled with clear hearing and joy. Experience the convenience of our holistic approach to auditory health this holiday season.
Transforming Confidence
At Beauty Habits, their core mission revolves around elevating your inherent beauty and rekindling inner confidence. Established by the exceptionally skilled Danielle Doran, Beauty Habits is dedicated to the art of permanent makeup, focusing on eyebrows, eyes, and lips. Danielle’s commitment stems from a profound passion to make a positive impact on lives, fostering self-love and confidence. With a keen understanding of individual uniqueness, she conducts personalized one-on-one consultations, ensuring optimal results for each client. Take the first step toward lasting beauty by booking a complimentary consultation today and discover a transformative experience that mirrors and enhances your inner spirit.
Socks for Christmas
What are you getting your family and friends for Christmas this year? How about a gift of Wellness? This year, give your loved ones a pair of socks. But not just any sock. Socks with wearable technology that works with the brain to reduce pain, increase strength and endurance and enhance stability and balance for months to come. Knee-high socks with mild compression are great for the travellers on your list. For the hikers, choose wool socks that hug the feet and keep them warm in the outdoors. And don’t forget yourself, you too deserve a gift of wellness.
Holistic Healing Approach
Acupuncture is versatile, addressing a wide range of issues through the stimulation of channels beneath the body’s surface. By inserting needles into specific points, it alleviates symptoms or pain caused by ‘traffic jams’ in these channels. If you think about these “traffic jams” like a kinked water hose, the water cannot go through and then by freeing this kink the water can then run smoothly and pain or discomfort in the body is alleviated. At the Remedy Room, we support you at every stage, aiming to naturally rebalance the body in conjunction with other treatments. This holistic approach, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, promotes relaxation by closely engaging with the central nervous system. K
Ask The Expert
Q: I had cataract surgery but I still have to wear glasses often. Can I go back to wearing contact lenses?
A: Probably! As long as your eyes are generally healthy, contact lenses aren’t contraindicated. Talk to your eye doctor about reasonable goals for your vision correction. At Mosaic Optometry, we have many options for our contact lens patients!
