Mont St. Joseph Home continues to be different. Through support of their Foundation, their work with vulnerable populations, fostering belonging and inclusivity, make a profound impact on those who live, work, and play in the community and within the Home. Their dedication to a brighter future embodies compassion and inspires collective action across all health care sectors. These outstanding contributions deserve recognition, as both the Home and Foundation embodies compassion and takes inspiring action towards a brighter future, which continues to create safe spaces for all to thrive and live their best life.
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Managing Anger: Calming the Storm
Discover “Calming the Storm for Adults,” an anger management program offering safe and effective ways to express and release anger. This transformative program helps adults identify the sources of their anger, recognize its importance, and provides coping strategies to prevent it from dominating their lives. Costing just $25, it is made accessible through support we receive from various funders. Take this opportunity to empower yourself with valuable tools for managing anger, enabling a calmer and more fulfilling life. Join us today on this journey towards emotional well-being.
Book Club: Real Self-Care
A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness. From women’s mental health specialist Pooja Lakshmin, MD. Real self-care, in contrast, is an internal, self-reflective process that involves making difficult decisions in line with our values, and when we practice it, we shift our relationships, our workplaces, and even our broken systems. Find it at your local bookstore.
Clean Eating Recipe
Marinated Grilled Chicken & Veggies Kabobs: Prepare delicious grilled chicken kabobs by marinating 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a mixture of 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup honey, 1 tsp minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cut 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 2 small zucchinis, and 1 red onion into 1-inch pieces and add them to the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes and preheat the grill. Thread the chicken and veggies onto skewers and grill for 5-7 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and enjoy the flavorful kabobs.
Clean Eating Recipe
Grilled Chicken Lettuce Wraps. 1 lb lean ground chicken; 2 shallots, thinly sliced; ½ red pepper, diced; 1 tbsp chili powder; 2 tbsp lime juice; 2 tbsp orange juice; 1 tbsp fish sauce; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp sriracha; 1/3 c fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; 12 iceberg lettuce leaves; 1/3 c chopped peanuts. Sauté chicken, shallots, red pepper, and chili powder 5-8 min, until chicken is brown. Stir in lime juice, orange juice, fish sauce, honey and Sriracha. Cook 3-5 min, until most of the liquid has evaporated. Stir 2 tbsp cilantro into the mixture. Remove from heat. Serve in lettuce leaves. Garnish with cilantro and peanuts. Enjoy!
Words to Live By
“Don’t spend too much time worrying about the future. Your life is now and by being present you will know exactly what to do in the perfect time.” Keith Macpherson
Words to Live By
“Leave each person a little better than when you found them.” – Robin Sharma
Words to Live By
“Those who think they have no time for bodily exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness.” – Edward Stanley
Disability Tax Credit: Combating Inflation
The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is a valuable tool in mitigating the impacts of inflation and rising costs of living for individuals with disabilities. By accessing this credit, individuals can receive financial relief that helps them manage their daily expenses. The DTC provides tax breaks for eligible individuals with disabilities, recognizing the additional costs associated with their condition. It offers a means to offset the financial burden imposed by inflation and increasing living expenses, such as medical costs, adaptive equipment, and specialized care. By claiming the DTC, individuals can access much-needed financial support, ensuring their ability to maintain a decent quality of life despite economic challenges.
Discover Your True Authentic Self
The idea of “finding yourself” is often misunderstood. You’re not a lost $10 bill in an old coat pocket. Your true self isn’t missing; it’s hidden beneath cultural conditioning, others’ opinions, and childhood conclusions turned beliefs. As Emily McDowell once said: To truly find yourself, you must return to who you were before the world shaped you—an unlearning, excavation, and remembering. As a coach, I guide clients to become their best selves. Together, we peel back layers, challenge beliefs, and revive forgotten dreams. Let’s embark on this transformative journey, shedding external influences and reconnecting with your authentic essence.
Seniors Need Connection & Support
Researchers have found that loneliness is just as lethal as smoking 15 cigarettes per day. Many Canadians may not be aware of the connection between loneliness and poor nutrition and the other serious health implications. With concerns around food security and affordability also being top of mind in Canada, we know our senior population is at a higher risk for both. As an organization dedicated to caring for older adults, Home Instead is urging Canadians to join the effort in ensuring our senior loved ones are getting the care and nutrition they need and helping to end loneliness among older adults.
