Are you or your loved one struggling to thrive? Would you or your loved one like to maintain or improve your physical and cognitive functioning? Are you a caregiver who could use a few hours of respite during the week? If you answered yes to one of these questions, you could be a perfect candidate to access Brella’s Adult Day Program!
People who participate in our Adult Day Program report:
·Enhanced cognitive and physical functioning
·Feeling more connected and less lonely
·Enjoying the tasty hot lunches and snacks provided
·Looking forward to coming back and participating in activities. Find out how to access our Adult Day Program, contact the location nearest you: South Surrey: Raj Sahota at 604-531-2502 ext. 210 or email [email protected]
Newton: Angela Nial at 604-599-0034 ext. 302 or email [email protected]
Guildford: Kim White at 778-735-0955 ext. 254 or email [email protected]
Community News
Acupuncture for Sports Injuries
Acupuncture is pivotal in sports medicine, addressing athletes’ pain, injuries, and performance. Manages Pain: Easing sprains and tendonitis discomfort by triggering natural pain-relievers through precise body point stimulation. Aids Recovery: An integral part of athletes’ healing plans, it bolsters circulation, curbs inflammation, and hastens recuperation. Boosts Performance: Enhances athleticism by amping up circulation, energy, and stress reduction. Specific points ensure bodily equilibrium, optimizing output. Cuts Stress: Mental well-being matters, especially during recovery. Acupuncture combats stress and anxiety, fostering relaxation, focus, and improved performance. This sports medicine asset requires skilled acupuncturists for secure and effective application.
Benefits of Home Care for Seniors
For many Canadian seniors, home health care is a key part of aging safely at home. Whether seniors need medical services, personal care, transportation, housekeeping or companionship, home care can help them live independently at home, for as long as possible – and provide peace of mind to their families. At Bayshore Home Health, we’ve been helping seniors age in place for over 50 years. Our customized care plans are designed to provide the support seniors need to continue to live in their own homes. We make home care simple – your dedicated Care Manager works with you to design a customized care plan to provide the support you need at home. Talk to your family about aging in place safely, with the supports you need.
Clean Eating: Healthy Peach Crumble
10 ripe peaches; 2 Tbsp arrowroot powder; 1 tsp vanilla; 1 Tbsp lemon juice; 3 Tbsp coconut sugar; 1/4 tsp nutmeg; 1 cup rolled oats; 1 cup almond flour; 1/3 cup coconut sugar; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp cinnamon; 1/3 cup almond butter; 1/2 cup melted coconut oil; 1 tsp vanilla. Preheat oven to 350F and prepare baking dish with nonstick spray. In a bowl, combine sliced peaches, arrowroot powder, vanilla, lemon, coconut sugar, and nutmeg until coated. While peaches sit, prepare crumble topping by combining oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, salt. and cinnamon. Add in almond butter, coconut oil, and vanilla and mix well. Pour peaches into dish and sprinkle crumble topping over top. Pat down. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
Book Club
Burnout – The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle – By Emily Nagoski PhD and Amelia Nagoski DMA. This ground-breaking book explains why women experience burnout differently than men—and provides a simple, practical plan to help women minimize stress, manage emotions, and live a more joyful life. With the help of eye-opening science, prescriptive advice, and helpful worksheets and exercises, all women will find something transformative in these pages—and will be empowered to create positive change.
Words To Live By
“Do not forget what a powerful impact you have when you align with your inner truth. Trust the guidance of your inner wisdom today and act on its whispers.” Keith Macpherson
Words to Live By
“Good health is not something we can buy. However, it can be an extremely valuable savings account.” – Anne Wilson Schaef
Words to Live By
“Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success.” – Swami Sivananda
Enhanced Services for Older Adults
The Comox Valley Seniors Support Society (CVSS) is delighted to announce that the Campbell River Seniors Info Hub will be amalgamated as a program into the CVSS. This exciting collaboration aims to enhance the quality and reach of services available to older adults throughout the region.
The Campbell River Seniors Info Hub has been a trusted source of information, resources, and support for seniors in Campbell River. By joining forces with the Comox Valley Senior Support Society, the program will now have the opportunity to expand its impact and provide a broader range of services to seniors in Campbell River.
The amalgamation will result in an array of benefits for seniors in both Campbell River and the Comox Valley. By leveraging the strengths and resources of both organizations, the newly expanded Comox Valley Senior Support Society will be better equipped to address the diverse needs of the senior community. This includes access to a wider range of information, referral services and social support activities.
“Bringing together the Campbell River Seniors Info Hub and the Comox Valley Senior Support Society is an important addition for our organizations and the seniors we serve,” said Christopher Bate, Executive Director, CVSSS. “We are thrilled to combine our expertise, knowledge, and resources to create a stronger and more inclusive support system for older adults across the region. This amalgamation reinforces our commitment to supporting seniors and providing programming that enhances their quality of life.” The Comox Valley Senior Support Society will ensure a seamless transition for clients of the Campbell River Seniors Info Hub, ensuring continuity of service and support during this exciting period of change. For further information about the Comox Valley Senior Support Society and the Campbell River Seniors Info Hub amalgamation, please contact: Chris Bate, Executive Director, CVSS 250-871 5940; [email protected] or Cheryl Stinson, Coordinator, Campbell River Seniors Info Hub [email protected]
Help Feed a Senior for $12/Week
In partnership with LUSH Valley Food Action Society, CVSS provides 82 meals a week to seniors in the Comox Valley. While some seniors contribute to the cost of the weekly meals, they are heavily subsidized. A donation of $12 a week will provide between two and four meals for a senior in the Valley, helping ensure food security for vulnerable residents. Donations can be made at the CVSS office, or by cheque, via mail at C1-450 8th Street, Courtenay, BC, V9N 1N5. Tax receipts are provided for donations over $20. Alternatively, monthly donations can be set up on our Canada Helps website at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/comox-valley-senior-support/
Save the Date!
The Comox Valley Senior Support Society’s Second Annual Spelling Bee will be held on Tuesday, October 17 at Florence Filberg Centre in Courtenay. The first Spelling Bee was such a community success that we decided to get a larger space and invite more people! We look forward to seeing you there.
