The Coldest Night of the Year is Canada’s National Walk for Homelessness. Since 2011, it has raised more than $56 million in 166 communities across Canada. The Coldest Night of the year is a winterrific family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness. Team up, walk, and fundraise! It’s cold out there… but there’s no place like home. The event takes place on February 25th. The event features family-friendly 2 or 5 km walks. See the website for details on how you can get involved with the Victoria event that raises funds for Our Place Society.
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Cardio Testing at Home
Island Mobile Cardiology Testing offers 12-lead ECGs and Holter Monitoring in your residence, office or clinic on Southern Vancouver Island. When ordered by a physician, their services are covered by MSP. All test results are interpreted by a cardiologist. Their mission is to make cardiac testing accessible and convenient for all patients by eliminating barriers such as transportation, mobility and time. At Island Mobile Cardiology Testing, they strive to reduce stress and increase comfort for patients and caregivers.
Strengthening Bones and Muscles
Our bones play vital roles in the body, providing structural support, protecting organs, and storing calcium. It’s important to build strong and healthy bones during adolescence and imperative to take steps to protect bone health as adults and seniors. Eating certain foods high in calcium, vitamin D, protein and magnesium can strengthen both your bones and muscles. Getting these necessary nutrients can help seniors improve their physical health and mobility. Some foods that are rich in these nutrients include low-fat dairy, fortified plant milk products, nuts, leafy greens, winter squash, fish, liver, egg yolks, whole grains, beans and seeds.
Laughter is the Best Medicine
I feel as if my body has gotten totally out of shape, so I got my doctor’s permission to join a fitness club and start exercising. I decided to take an aerobics class for seniors. I bent, twisted, gyrated, jumped up and down, and perspired for an hour. But, by the time I got my pants on, the class was over.
Tech Buddies
Our Tech Buddies Program is currently in high demand! Individuals requiring assistance using their technological communication devices are set up with one-on-one sessions with professional volunteers. The sessions are tailored to help clients achieve their personal goals when using their device. Sessions are offered in our Community Services office as well as libraries within South Surrey/White Rock. Please contact Isaiah Clemente at [email protected] or 604-531-9400 ext. 220 to book an appointment.
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.
Depression in Older Adults
Unfortunately, many older adults fail to recognize the symptoms of depression, or don’t take the steps to get the help they need. There are many reasons why elderly depression is often overlooked. You may assume that is just part of aging, or you may be isolated with few people around to notice your distress. You also may be reluctant to ask for help. Of course, when you’re depressed, putting steps into action can be hard, but taking a short walk, for example, can boost your mood for the next two hours. By taking small steps day by day, you’ll find yourself feeling more energetic and hopeful again. Reach out for help if you are struggling.
Healing Detox Foot Bath
If you or someone you know could benefit from improved energy, deeper sleep, less pain, increased mental stamina and improved immunity, this is the treatment for you. With our ionic detox foot bath, you will put your feet in a lined copper tub while the array works its magic by recharging the water with healthy ions that travel through your feet into your body at the cellular level. These ions recharge and revitalize tired, old and sick cells by rehydrating and stimulating them, allowing them to release toxins and absorb nutrients more efficiently. This treatment detoxifies the lymph and organs safely and comfortably. You will feel the difference from this fantastic treatment!
New Year, New You
Invest in yourself this year with a 2023 Health Care Plan! Beta Wellness Centre is an innovative facility that offers full-scope therapies, services, and prescription rights recognized by the College of Naturopathic Physicians of BC. Beta Wellness Centre identifies your unique needs and merges the best of natural and conventional healthcare to maximize your health using: 1) Professional-grade custom formula nutritional supplements. 2) Therapies and services – Naturopathic Consultations, Advanced Laboratory Analysis, Nutrition Consultations, Intravenous Therapies, Acupuncture, Allergy Therapies, Hormone Balancing, Weight Loss, Brain Function Regeneration, Pain Relief, Aesthetic Medicine, Body-Oriented Psychotherapy, Bio-Photonic Therapies, Intramuscular Injections, Ozone Therapies, and Nebulizer Therapies.
Feel the Gain with Less Pain
“Are there any exercises that can help me?” “Are there any exercises, or things I shouldn’t do?” These are two of the most common questions we hear in our physiotherapy office and are difficult to answer simply. The short answer is yes and no to both. When exercising hurts, and you find yourself afraid to try, but know you should, figuring out ‘the why’ is essential. More pain doesn’t lead to gain. There are many ways to exercise and the worst exercise is none at all. If moving better, or more, or with less pain is on your New Year’s resolution list this year, come for a consultation and learn ‘your why’ and what to do. Diane Lee & Associates Physiotherapy | DianeLeePhysio.com
Stick to a Schedule
When experiencing the January blues, it can be tempting to alter your schedule to avoid activities and
socialization and to hibernate instead. For example, if you prepared dinner at a certain time every day, try to stick to that same schedule. If you were used to attending activities or church at a certain time every week, stick to that as often as possible. We have calendars for each month in the resource centre at The Golden Circle that outlines all of our activities and events – we are happy to help to keep you on a schedule.
