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Community News
Our Bodies Hold Our Stories
When there is something you are not allowing yourself to feel, admit or acknowledge and we stuff the unexpressed feeling down, it becomes an energy form that stresses the body. It starts when an uncomfortable emotion doesn’t want to be felt or experienced. We ignore and bury our intolerable feelings to forget about them. This energy tenses muscles, lessens blood flow and eventually becomes illness, pain, or dis-ease. The hidden process of stuffing our emotions is called “somaticizing”. When your body is asked to hold an emotional state for too long, it begins manifesting into physical symptoms or creates an addiction to keep it at bay.
Have a Pain-Free Summer
No one wants to be in pain during the summer when there’s so much to do! Pain can prevent us from living our best summer life. As we spend more time outdoors engaging in activities like hiking, swimming, and biking, the potential for neck, back and overall muscle pain increases. Gentle, targeted spinal alignments along with soft tissue therapy release tension and pressure, relieving pain and preventing injury. This improves overall mobility, allowing you to stay active and enjoy summer to the fullest. Fortunately, maintaining your health and happiness is easier when chiropractic care is part of your summer wellness routine.
Limited Mobility – We Come to You!
Occupational Therapy (OT) supports individuals of all ages who experience physical, cognitive, or psychosocial challenges. OT’s help people regain independence and improve their ability to participate in everyday activities—despite illness, injury, or disability. These activities, or “occupations,” include things individuals need to do (such as dressing or eating), want to do (such as hobbies or socializing), and are expected to do (such as working or caregiving). OT’s also specialize in hospital discharge planning, case management, musculoskeletal and brain injury, mental health, work rehabilitation, ergonomics, equipment prescription, and home adaptations.
Grief and Loss Support
A monthly Grief and Loss Group, led by a trained facilitator, is available for those experiencing loss or anticipated loss. We recognise that grief and loss are different for everyone, and people are welcome to participate in this group at any point during their loss journey. Groups are held on the third Thursday of each month from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Pre-registration is required, please contact the office by email [email protected] or phone 250-871-5940.
Better at Home Services
Better at Home supports seniors by addressing their non-medical needs, helping them live independently and stay connected to their communities. By assisting with everyday tasks, we enable older adults to remain in the comfort of their own homes. Services vary by community and may include:
• Friendly visitor programs
• Transportation assistance
• Light housekeeping
• Grocery shopping
For assistance, contact: Elizabeth Sundvall 604-531-9400 ext. 201 | ✉️ [email protected]
Day Program
Are you or a loved one finding it hard to thrive? Would you like to maintain or improve your physical and cognitive health? Are you a caregiver in need of a few hours of respite during the week? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Brella’s Adult Day Program could be the perfect fit!
Participants in our Adult Day Program report:
• Enhanced physical and cognitive functioning
• A greater sense of connection and reduced feelings of loneliness
• Enjoying warm lunches and snacks provided during the program
• Looking forward to returning and participating in our engaging activities. Discover how to access our Adult Day Program and find a location near you: Contact Angela Nial 604-599-0034 ext. 302 | [email protected]
Join Today
Brella Society allows individuals to stay engaged in the community even if it is from the comfort of their own home. We offer programs that stimulate individual’s cognition, provide emotional support, food security and physical activities. Our priority is the well-being of the older adults in our community; therefore, we take initiative in advocating for them and assisting them in navigating support. Please visit brellasociety.ca for more information.
Online Seated Exercise Club
Start your day with movement! Join us for a 30-minute live, guided exercise class with an instructor from Recreation Surrey. This seated program focuses on maintaining range-of-motion through stretches and is accessible for participants of all mobility levels. Feel free to go at your own pace—we’re here to support your wellness journey.
To Register: Call (604) 531-9400 Ext. 220 Email: [email protected]
Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke
Heat stroke and heat exhaustion are heat-related conditions with varying severity. Heat exhaustion precedes heat stroke and occurs when the body is overwhelmed by excessive heat, causing heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, and nausea. Moving to a cooler place, resting, and hydrating can prevent progression to heat stroke, a medical emergency marked by a dangerous rise in body temperature, no sweating, confusion, rapid heartbeat, and possible unconsciousness. Heat stroke requires urgent medical intervention. During heatwaves, check on vulnerable individuals and consult a health professional if needed. For sun protection advice, ask your pharmacist.
Great News from SSNVI
Senior Support North Vancouver Island has had a very busy and productive past few months. SSNVI has experienced amazing growth in programming and staff, resulting in increased support to vulnerable seniors across the region. Through increased funding, SSNVI has been able to expand programming in Campbell River, including taking over the management of the long-established Better at Home program and creating a new Community Connector position. As well, we have brought the Intergenerational Action Network located in the Comox Valley under the SSNVI umbrella. This opportunity to expand programming to seniors in the region is a demonstration of the support and trust we receive from our funders such as VIHA, United Way and the BC government, along with local businesses and organizations from Bowser to Campbell River.
We are so incredibly thankful to ALL who support the work of SSNVI. But we especially want to thank our invaluable staff and volunteers for their hard work, passion, and commitment to our mission of assisting vulnerable seniors across the region. It is through their efforts that SSNVI can make a difference in the lives of seniors in the region.
Senior Support North Vancouver Island offices are located at; C1-450 8th Street, Courtenay and 101- 300 St Ann’s Road, Campbell River.
