Community News
Volunteer With Seniors

Make a difference in your community. SSNVI is looking for volunteers in the Comox Valley and Campbell River. If you have a few hours a week to connect with local seniors, volunteer with us. Our team offers training with ongoing support and matches you with a senior on our waitlist. Now is the perfect time to join! To learn more call or email us. Comox Valley [email protected] and for Campbell River [email protected]

Caregiver Support Groups

SSNVI hosts a monthly opportunity for caregivers to meet in a friendly, supportive environment where they can interact with, receive, and give support to other caregivers. Currently, these groups are held in Comox.
Groups held: First Tuesday, and second Thursday of each month from 1-3pm.
If you are interested or want to learn more about our Caregiver Support groups, please contact the office by email [email protected] or by phone at 250-218-3011.

Oral Health & Your Heart

Oral health significantly impacts heart health due to the connection between gum disease and cardiovascular conditions. Poor oral hygiene can lead to gum inflammation, or periodontitis, caused by harmful bacteria. These bacteria can enter the bloodstream, triggering systemic inflammation and contributing to the formation of arterial plaques, a condition known as atherosclerosis. This increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. Gum disease is also linked to higher levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), an inflammatory marker associated with heart disease. Maintaining good oral hygiene through brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits is essential for protecting both oral and cardiovascular health.

February calls it LOVE…

…but love isn’t just an emotion. It is an intelligent quantum field we can consciously access and sustain.
When our inner landscape is crowded with unresolved fear, grief, confusion, or trauma, it becomes harder to hold the frequency of love consistently. These lower-density states distort the field. Clearing old imprints creates coherence. As space opens, love has room to grow into a lived state of being. Our sessions help identify and clear energetic distortions, allowing you to access, embody, and maintain the love field—within yourself, your relationships, and the wider collective.

Relief for Tension Headaches

Tension headaches often stem from tight muscles, poor posture, and restricted movement in the neck and upper back. Chiropractic care offers a targeted solution. Through spinal adjustments, posture correction, and soft tissue therapies like Graston and Active Release Technique (ART), we address the root cause—muscle tension and joint restriction. Graston breaks down scar tissue and adhesions, while ART releases tight, overused muscles that contribute to headaches. Combined with posture retraining, this approach relieves pain and prevents future flare-ups. Say goodbye to painkillers and hello to lasting relief. Book your chiropractic assessment with Dr. Rachel Poff at Origin Integrated Health and start living headache-free.

Words to Live By

“You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes every day – unless you’re too busy; then you should sit and meditate for an hour.” Zen Proverb

Words To Live By

“Love is letting go of fear. Where there is love there is no fear, attachment, judgement or jealousy.” – Keith Macpherson

Caregiver Support Groups

SSNVI hosts a monthly opportunity for caregivers to meet in a friendly, supportive environment where they can interact with, receive, and give support to other caregivers. Currently, these groups are held in Comox.
Groups held: First Tuesday, and second Thursday of each month from 1-3pm.
If you are interested or want to learn more about our Caregiver Support groups, please contact the office by email [email protected] or by phone at 250-218-3011.