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Wellness Trivia:

1. What are the small spots called occasionally seen in your field of vision?
2. What is the more common term for odontalgia?
3. What does the word yoga mean?
4. What is the strongest muscle in the human body?
5. What unusual feature does a polydactyl cat have?
6. Working past age 65 is linked to a shorter life, a study found. TRUE or FALSE?

Book Club: Digital Executor®

Unraveling the New Path for Estate Planning – Sharon Hartung. The world has gone digital and so have our estates. Digital assets may simply be electronic records, but they are the digital gateway to our entire lives. They are our memories, our money, and our records, making technology the new player at your estate planning table. Everyone needs a Will and in today’s age of digitization, estate plans must include our digital lives. If today’s executor is a digital executor, is your executor ready?

Words to Live By

“Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together.” – Vincent van Gogh

Brain Tumor Awareness Month

The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada’s mission is to reach every person in Canada who is affected by a brain tumour through support, education, information, and research. Every day, 27 Canadians are diagnosed with a brain tumour. We work to serve the needs of both malignant and non-malignant brain tumours. Research funded by Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada has helped improve the accuracy of radiation treatments, shorten treatment regimen times, limit side effects from chemo, and improve quality of life for patients after surgery. We are the sole funder of the Brain Tumour Tissue Bank, providing free samples to clinical researchers around the world to further the search for a cure.

Equanimity for Mental Health

When we face discomfort or don’t like something (including aspects of our selves like the shape of our body, a particular trait, or habit) our natural tendency is to get down on ourselves. What if instead of wanting and wishing for it to be different, we simply acknowledge it for what it is and let it be? Noticing a feeling and letting it be allows it to pass without the need for distracting, numbing or compensating behaviours that sabotage our efforts for mental and physical health. Equanimity is not the same as giving up. Equanimity is powerful and cathartic.

Benefits of Home Care for Seniors

For many Canadian seniors, home health care is a key part of aging safely at home. Whether seniors need medical services, personal care, transportation, housekeeping or companionship, home care can help them live independently at home, for as long as possible – and provide peace of mind to their families. At Bayshore Home Health, we’ve been helping seniors age in place for over 50 years. Our customized care plans are designed to provide the support seniors need to continue to live in their own homes. We make home care simple – your dedicated Care Manager works with you to design a customized care plan to provide the support you need at home. Talk to your family about aging in place safely, with the supports you need.

Disability Tax Credit Eligibility

When people have restrictions, physically or mentally, they may be entitled to apply for a tax credit. There are different ways in which a person can be eligible for the disability tax credit (DTC). In all cases, the impairment must be prolonged. Also, the person must meet one of the following criteria: 1. Is markedly restricted in at least one of the basic activities of daily living. 2. Is significantly restricted in two or more or the basic activities of daily living (can include a vision impairment). 3. Needs life-sustaining therapy. The credit can allow a person $2500 in tax savings each year as well as a $25,000 Lump Sum Refund. Expert help is available in applying for this substantial tax credit.

Norwex® Microfiber Body Cloth and Towel

Norwex’s Microfiber Body and Face Cloth cleanses your skin using only water! This ultra-soft cloth feels amazing, and is perfect for sensitive, delicate and/or mature skin. From gentle, daily cleaning to weekly exfoliation, Norwex’s body and facial care microfiber is great for healthy, vibrant, glowing skin. Take pampering to the next level with Norwex’s beautiful, warm, lightweight, highly absorbent and fast-drying Microfiber Bath Towels. The Baclock® antibacterial agent inhibits bacterial odour, and mold/mildew growth within the product. From yarn and dyes to trim and label, the Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX® certify that Norwex’s microfiber is free from harmful substances!