Embrace Healthy Living and Eliminate Pain, One Meal at a Time. From bestselling author Julie Daniluk, R.H.N., comes a fully revised and updated edition of the groundbreaking guide to overcoming inflammatory pain, featuring over 110 delicious healing recipes. Inflammation is a silent enemy, lurking beneath conditions such as allergies, asthma, arthritis, autoimmunity, cancer, dementia, diabetes, heart disease and skin disorders.
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February Trivia
1. Cupid has what name in Greek mythology? 2. What brain chemical is known as the “cuddle” or “love hormone?” 3. What tune did Billboard name as the top love song of all time?
Find Joy in Movement
Keeping our hearts healthy and happy doesn’t have to mean rigorous exercise. Dancing to your favorite song, stretching gently in the morning, or even practicing chair yoga can improve flexibility, balance, and mood. It’s about finding what feels good for you and making it part of your routine.
• For more activities and recreation Check out the Comox Valley Recreation Guide, available at the Town of Comox, City of Courtenay, Comox Recreation Centre, and Lewis Centre.
• Or maybe you want to get moving with something like, carpet bowling Mondays and Wednesdays at 1:00pm, at d’Esterre Seniors’ Centre.
Discover Financial Freedom
Unlock the possibilities of a Lifestyle Mortgage tailored for Canadians 55+. Effortlessly unlock up to 55% of your home’s value as tax-free cash, maintaining residence without regular payments. Tailor withdrawals to your financial needs—whether to cover healthcare expense, home renovations, travel or to use to relieve financial pressure. Achieve financial freedom without affecting CPP or OAS income. Take control, ensure a secure retirement, and delve into the advantages of a Lifestyle Mortgage for the enriching life you deserve.
Seniors & Heart Health
Maintaining heart health is crucial for seniors, as aging increases the risk of cardiovascular conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, and arrhythmias. Lifestyle changes can significantly improve heart health in older adults. Regular physical activity, such as walking or swimming, strengthens the heart and lowers cholesterol. A heart-healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins helps manage weight and blood pressure. Avoiding tobacco, limiting alcohol, and managing stress are essential. Seniors should monitor heart health through routine check-ups, addressing conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure promptly. Early detection and healthy habits promote longevity and overall well-being.
Women and Heart Disease: Unique Challenges
Women experience heart disease differently than men, often in smaller blood vessels (microvascular disease) rather than major arteries. Symptoms like chest discomfort, fatigue, nausea, or back pain can be missed as they differ from “textbook” signs. Diagnostic tools like angiograms and stress tests are less effective for women, and they are less likely to receive necessary medications or attend cardiac rehab, which is crucial for recovery. Factors like pregnancy, menopause, hormonal changes, and systemic inequities also impact heart health. Indigenous and racialized women face higher risks due to systemic barriers. Empowerment, education, and equitable care are essential to improve outcomes.
Start the New Year Connected and Engaged!
The New Year is a time for fresh beginnings, meaningful conversations, and creating new memories. Don’t let hearing challenges hold you back! At Ears To You, our fully equipped mobile hearing clinic offers free at-home hearing assessments to evaluate your hearing health and provide personalized solutions. With advanced hearing technology and complimentary follow-up care, we’re here to help you stay connected and fully present for every moment this year. Make 2025 your best year yet. Call today to schedule your free at-home hearing test!
Igniting Your Passion
Awakening your tender heart opens your passion and life force, welcoming the juices that frees your soul to ~Pass-I-on ~ wherever you go & in whatever you do. Embodying and knowing that each breath matters; where we put our focus and attention, what we value and how we choose to spend our time is who we become. Take nothing for granted as you taste the many flavors of desire that energize your joy and pleasure. Swim in that pool each day, bathing yourself and igniting your fire that fuels your heart to thrive. Choose to become curious and impassioned with and by life.
2025 Seniors Resource Guides
The 2025 Seniors Resource Guides are now out. Please contact the office at C1-450 8th Street in Courtenay to get your copy. From our heart to yours, Happy February!
Seniors Tax Prep
February is also the month to start thinking about taxes.
Senior Support North Vancouver Island (SSNVI) will once again be providing simple income tax return preparation for seniors 55+. Income thresholds apply ($40,000 for a single person, $50,000 for a couple). This service will begin at the beginning of March and run through the end of April. Returns are typically completed with seven calendar days. Currently, this service is only offered to SSNVI clients in the Comox Valley. Though drop ins are welcome, we do suggest calling before coming by the office. 250-871-5940.
Stay Connected
The warmth of human connection is just as vital as physical health. February’s focus on love and kindness is a wonderful opportunity to reach out to friends, family, or neighbors. A simple phone call, a heartfelt note, or even a shared cup of tea can lift spirits on both sides.
If you are looking for a way to connect in the community, check out opportunities with the Senior Support North Vancouver Island.
• Interested in participating in the Seniors Intergenerational Action Network? This partnership program links seniors and families with young children in the Comox Valley. Weekly activities are being organised at the Comox Recreation Centre. To find out more, please consult the Comox Recreation Guide or contact Ann Brown at [email protected] or Chirstopher Bate at [email protected]
