During summer, home healthcare solutions become vital for senior well-being. Services like medical alert systems, medication management, and mobility aids help seniors stay independent and safe. Lifeline medical alert systems offer immediate emergency assistance, providing peace of mind. Automated medication dispensers ensure seniors take their medications correctly, while home modifications enhance overall safety. Mobility aids significantly improve the quality of life, allowing seniors to enjoy summer activities with confidence. Comox Valley Lifeline Society provides two-way communication with trained professionals, ensuring continuous support. Invest in a medical alert service this summer for a secure and enjoyable season for seniors
Community News
Laughter is the Best Medicine
Why did Dad try yoga on Father’s Day?
Because bending over to pick up the kids was starting to count as exercise!
Did You Know?
Up to 80% of strokes are preventable through healthy lifestyle choices like staying active, eating well, and managing blood pressure.
May Trivia
.1 I map out the years, a tale they unveil, A smile, a sorrow, a laugh in detail. What am I, life’s true portrayal? 2. I help you move with balance and care, A structured routine to repair what’s there. What am I that makes you aware? 3. What is it that always goes up but never down?
May is Eye Health Month
Senior eye health is essential for maintaining independence and quality of life. As we age, the risk of eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy increases. Regular eye exams can detect these issues early, improving the chances of effective treatment. Seniors may also experience changes in vision clarity, color perception, and tear production. Protecting eye health includes managing chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, wearing sunglasses to block UV rays, eating a nutrient-rich diet, and avoiding smoking. Staying proactive with eye care helps seniors preserve their vision and continue enjoying daily activities safely and confidently.
Empowerment Begins With Love
Mother’s Day is a celebration of transformation and the nurturing spirit that shapes lives. At Make a Wave, we honor this day by empowering individuals to embrace their full potential. Just as mothers guide their children through challenges, we help you overcome limiting beliefs and create your best life. Through counseling, NLP, life coaching, and energetic experiences, we support you in building a brighter future. Celebrate the transformative power of love this Mother’s Day and take the first step toward change. Book with us today to build your best life!
Eye Healthy Recipe
Easy Green Smoothie. This refreshing smoothie is hydrating and filled with vitamins for your eyes, such as – vitamin K, lutein, zeaxanthin, carotenoids. A handful of spinach. 1½ cups frozen pineapple chunks. 1½ cups frozen peach chunks. 1 banana. 1 can light coconut milk (400 ml). 1 tsp. of ground flax and hemp seeds. Add ingredients to blender. Add fresh spinach, fruit, and coconut milk into a blender. Blend & Enjoy!
Get Connected – Volunteer with Us
Consider volunteering with us. SSNVI is always looking for volunteers of all ages. Our staff is experienced in training and matching volunteers with seniors on our wait list and always there to provide support for our volunteers.
Want to learn more about becoming a volunteer? SSNVI hosts monthly volunteer training. To find out more information or register for a training session you can email us at [email protected] or drop by C1-450 8th Street, Courtenay.
SSNVI Workshops and Partner Events
SSNVI is hosting an educational workshop with community partners during the month of May from10:30 – 12:00 at the Comox Valley Presbyterian Church located at 725 Aspen Rd.
Check our resource page on our website at https://ssnvi.ca/education-sessions/ for more details. Even better, get on our email list to be notified about these workshops and others at [email protected]
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.
These groups are held on the third Thursday of each month from 1-3. Pre-registration is required. Please contact the office by email [email protected] or phone 250-871-5940.
Caregiver Support Groups
SSNVI hosts a once per month opportunity for caregivers to meet in a friendly, supportive environment where they can interact with, receive from, and give support, to other caregivers. The caregiving journey is complicated and can be difficult, exhausting, and sometimes not well understood by those who have not experienced it. Our groups are held on the first Tuesday, second Thursday of each month from 1-3, and the last Wednesday of each month from 10:30 – 12:30.
Pre-registration is required. Please contact the office by email [email protected] or phone 250-871-5940.
