If work or travel keep you away from your pets, you’ve likely considered various pet-care options, from boarding your pets at a boarding facility or animal hospital, to securing the services of a professional pet sitter. More and more pet owners are taking advantage of the benefits in-home pet care provides: • Diet and exercise routines are uninterrupted. • Pets are happier and experience less stress at home. • Travel trauma for both owner and pet are eliminated. • Pet’s exposure to illness is minimized. • Untrained or unwilling friends/family/neighbors need not be called. • A professional pet sitter will maintain the visit requirements of home insurance without having to bring in another person.
Community News
Foods Affect Feelings
What we eat can impact our mood, memory, and mental wellness. Our brains are filled with a variety of chemicals, hormones, and receptors that all react to the food we eat. In fact, serotonin is actually produced in our guts, and is directly impacted by what we eat. For example, the grumpiness we feel when we are very hungry can be combated by eating foods high in protein and fibre to keep us feeling full. Omega-3s and other brain-boosting amino acids can help with depression and improve mental wellness, while B vitamins can help us feel more energized.
Starting the Conversation
Starting a discussion about care needs with a senior loved one can be difficult. Deciding when to start the conversation is important. It is never too early to discuss what care might be needed and the desires of the person that will be receiving care. Nine out of 10 seniors want to remain in their home as they age and in-home care can help them. There are many options for in-home care, from the type of care services to the number of hours a week. Making plans before there is an emergency or sudden problem in the senior’s home helps alleviate stress for everyone.
Boost Your Defenses With Bioenergetics
Computerized Bioenergetics is comprised of Biofeedback testing and Bioresonance stimulation. Biofeedback testing identifies strengths and weaknesses in your immune system. Bioresonance helps to stimulate detoxification of the lymphatic system, liver, kidney and bowel. This enables elimination of viruses, bacteria, yeast, and parasites, rather than having them recirculate and create a toxic environment throughout the body. Bioresonance also helps to boost immunity by stimulating specific organs and harmonizing your immune system. It can also aid in the absorption and utilization of vitamins and minerals essential for your immune system. Now is a great time to boost your immune defenses with Bioenergetics.
Local Spotlight: Re-New Mobility
Re-New Mobility is an Accredited BOSS (Business Owners Supporting Seniors) business that has been helping people gain more mobility for more than 25 years. Eve, Grace, James, Todd, and the loyal staff are dedicated to working together with occupational therapists and physiotherapists to attend to your needs and make you feel safe and independent. Re-New Mobility offers a great variety of products such as power chairs, scooters, grab bars, security poles, stair lifts, and much more. Services, equipment rentals, in-home installation, and modification of products are also available. Shop online or in person and regain your independence with increased mobility!
Local Community Spotlight
An important part of the community, Lions Housing Centres was established 55 years ago, and boasts over 540 rental suites in two of their properties. Lions Place, at 610 Portage Avenue and Lions Manor located at 320 Sherbrook with both offering independent living. Lions Place is their largest building which encompasses full amenities for the 280-plus residents. In there you’ll find a community hall, pool tables, shuffle boards, fitness centre, newly renovated greenhouse, hair salon, large library, mini-mart, and restaurant. Both buildings are easily accessible to Winnipeg transit, close to hospitals and have 24-hour security on site seven days a week. Check out their new website – LHC.ca
People in Our Lives are a Mirror
The people we encounter in our lives inform and teach us what to hold onto and what to let go of. Some people mirror and show us what we desire and long for, others show us the places that need freeing where we get triggered and stuck within ourselves. Our reactions towards others shed light on the values we have and what’s important to us. It’s easy to blame and make others wrong. The more we can take ownership and communicate our needs, feelings, boundaries and desires the less our mirrors run our lives and the more we can take in their gifts.
Osteoarthritis & Exercise
1 in 6 Canadian adults has arthritis, the majority being osteoarthritis (OA). OA is a disease of the joint cartilage with multiple contributing factors including genetics, previous joint injury, body weight and muscle weakness. Pain associated with OA may cause individuals to avoid physical activity which can lead to secondary complications and worsening of symptoms. Physiotherapists are experts in exercise prescription for conditions such as OA and can help you safely engage in exercise in a way that can decrease pain, increase strength, allow continued participation in activity and possibly prolong the life of your joint.
Senior Moving Tips Pt. 2
You have moved and are happily settled into your new home. Now to deal with the remaining contents of your former home. We call this Phase 2 or more specifically, the disbursement phase. In order of priority: Gifting to family or friends, is first and often these are the sentimental or heirloom items such as china, photos, antique and quality furniture or artwork. Next, there may be the possibility of selling, auctioning or consigning items of value. Donation of quality household items and furniture to a reputable charity is the next step, finishing off with taking items to the dump or recycling.
The Role of Respiratory Therapists
Respiratory therapists (RTs) are healthcare professionals who assess, monitor, and treat individuals with respiratory and cardio-respiratory disorders. Respiratory therapists are important team members that provide care in hospitals, clinics, the community, and in patients’ homes. RTs provide healthcare to people at all stages of life, from newborns who are having difficulty breathing, to those who are critically ill. Most respiratory therapists work in hospitals. They handle breathing problems that can stem from conditions including COPD, Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis. You’ll find them in neonatal nurseries, operating rooms, intensive care units, general wards, and emergency departments. Many RT’s work in chronic care facility, or home care environments.
Read Your LABELS!
There are so many chemicals in our everyday products that are harmful to our health and bodies. Here are a few ingredients to watch for. FRAGRANCE/PARFUM found in scented candles, perfumes, lotions and more. FORMALDEHYDE is found in shampoo & conditioner (including baby and pet varieties), body wash, sunblock, cosmetics, baby wipes, toothpaste and more. It is also present in our wood, sheetrock, and furniture. It is a known carcinogen and recognized as such by the Cancer Institute. Long term exposure or toxicity to these ingredients can lead to an increased risk of cancer. By becoming aware, we can safeguard ourselves and those we love.
