Your HELP is vital to saving lives. Be a HERO today. Donations of money or time can make a big difference to a small local charity like SRWC Wellness Centre. For over 26 years, SRWC has helped people from all walk of life find their personal recovery path. SRWC supports recovery and harm reduction for substance abuse, addictions, and other mental health issues. You can donate over the phone by calling Candace at 204-956-6650 ext. 104, or mail a check or a money order to: St. Raphael Wellness Centre Inc. 2nd floor, 225 Vaughan Street Winnipeg, MB, R3C 1T7. Donations can also be completed online.
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Did You Know?
Did you know that there is a difference between men and women, where alcohol is concerned. The differences have a profound impact on women’s health. Women have 25% less water in their body, and less enzymes in the stomach and liver to break down alcohol. Alcohol goes through their system in undiluted and higher concentrations. Consequently, the effect for women is a higher risk for breast cancer. If you have a history of breast cancer in the family – you should limit your intake. Alcohol is not recommended in any amount, if you have had breast cancer.
Substance Abuse in the Workplace
Among full-time workers age 18-64, substance abuse has become a major source of revenue loss to small, medium, and large corporations? The direct and indirect costs to Canadian employers are calculated at $38 Billion per year, with Manitoba employers experiencing a loss of 1.4 Billion per year. (Canadian Centre on Substance use and Addiction, citing the Canadian Substance Use Costs and Harms Scientific Working Group 2018). The economic cost in 2019-2023, and the effect of substance abuse on the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020-2022, is expected to be staggering.
Who is SRWC?
SRWC is a unique, welcoming, recovery-oriented community, accompanying individuals, families and friends affected by substance abuse in their journey towards recovery. We offer, group individual, couples counselling, and family counselling and education programs during the day and evening, co-ed and gender specific programs and support for individuals and their families. The Access, program for those awaiting a program of their choice, Exploring Options participating in a recovery plan, gender specific Continuing Recovery Program, or our co-ed evening Work Sober Program focusing on recovery maintenance. We support your recovery by helping you find the services you need.
Three Tips to Boost Focus
1. Practice Mindful Journaling: set aside time every day to write down how you are feeling right now, sensations you feel, and why you are feeling the way you are. Do this without judgement and be kind to yourself. 2. Practice Gratitude: every day tell a family member or colleague three things you are grateful for – your overall positivity will skyrocket after one month. 3. Try Uni-tasking. That is, focus only on one thing at a time. Want more tips? Check out our full Guide to Mindfulness at Work at wellnessworkscanada.ca.
About Us
Pat Porter Active Living Centre (Serving Seniors Inc.) is a non-profit organization that provides programs, activities and services for seniors and members of the community. Seniors are the foundation of our community and our goal is to keep them a part of it for as long as possible. Read on to find out about everything we offer and how we can help you.
Circle of Friends Adult Day Program
Our Circle of Friends program is designed to strengthen an individual’s ability to continue to function in their homes as well as remain active in the community. The program runs twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. Transportation can be arranged through Steinbach Handi Van. What are some of the things we do? We have lots of coffee and snacks, participate in light exercise and arts and crafts or games. We often have special guests who perform live music and go out for lunch in the community. For more information, give us a call or head to our website.
Heart Healthy Workplace
Employees are the heart of your company! An estimated 1.6 million Canadians are living with heart disease or effects of a stroke. Much of this is preventable. Empower your employees to reduce the impacts with prevention and supports. Encourage nutritious eating by putting healthier snacks in vending machines, bring in a dietician, and encourage employees to take breaks to eat lunch. Exercise is good for the whole body. Host walking meetings, offer onsite or gym memberships and bring in someone to do yoga. Health screenings can be life saving though. Send out reminders or host onsite screenings at your workplace.
Memberships
Memberships at Pat Porter are voluntary and show support for the Centre. It is for anyone who wants to join and be part of our community. Becoming a member offers discounts on some of the programs and events running at the Centre. It also gives you a voice in business meetings and voting rights along with the opportunity to serve on the board and a variety of committees. 2022 memberships are $25 if purchased before January 15, 2022. Stop by the Centre to get yours!
Hearing Loss and Heart Disease
It might come as a surprise, but there is a connection between heart health and hearing. Both rely on blood flow, so heart problems that cause plaque buildup in the arteries and restrict blood flow can potentially damage ears. Nerves in the ears can also be damaged by poor circulation. Studies have shown that the better someone’s cardiovascular health, the better their hearing tends to be. It’s important that older adults eat a healthy, balanced diet; get regular exercise; quit smoking and have their hearing tested every two years, to help maintain a healthy heart, and therefore healthy ears.
Use it or Lose it!
Our bodies are meant to MOVE. The ability to move around is vital for our overall health and quality of life. When your mobility is impaired by conditions like arthritis, injury or obesity, activities become restricted, and our bodies become stagnant. This results in physical deconditioning – loss of strength, balance, and co-ordination. Loss of mobility has been proven to be an early predictor of physical disability, depression, falls, anxiety, and loss of independence and sense of self. To maintain mobility, it’s imperative to stay active by walking, swimming, or dancing regularly. This kind of exercise improves symptoms of arthritis, helps lose excess weight while strengthening your major muscle groups.
