Many seniors enjoy gambling, whether it be bingo, racetrack betting, or casino gambling. For most, it is a harmless form of entertainment. But how do you know when a senior loved one’s gambling has become a problem? Some signs might be 1) bragging about gambling and exaggerating wins while ignoring or minimizing losses, 2) borrowing money for gambling, and 3) lying about the amount of time/money they spend gambling. Talk to your senior loved one about their problem gambling and determine what possible causes may exist. Encourage them to get help and let them know they have your support.
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Do You Have a Valentine?
Are you single on Valentine’s Day? Although it is only a day, it is representative of where your love life is at. Finding yourself single can be very isolating in today’s couples’ oriented society. People often start out with online dating and become increasingly frustrated and disappointed with the games and lack of accountability. As a professional matchmaker with over 25 years of experience, I have facilitated thousands of successful love connections that are still going strong many years later. As a matter of fact, I just received a call from a couple I matched 23 years ago. They called to thank me and let me know I enabled them to live a life of love.
Massage for Dealing with Cancer
Few things are as stressful as the experience of having cancer and going through chemotherapy or radiation. That’s why massage is becoming increasingly popular for cancer patients. Some treatment facilities even have massage therapists come in as volunteers to provide hand and foot massages during treatment. The benefit comes from the fact that massage transforms an anxiety-producing treatment into a relaxing experience. Patients report that massage has helped them by reducing pain and fatigue, lifting their spirits, raising white blood cell counts, enhancing sleep, and dealing with side effects. It brings about the relaxation response, which puts us back into balance, helping us heal.
Laughter is the Best Medicine
Q: What did the pickle say to the sliced cucumber? A: Dill with it!
FUN FACT: Eating pickles increases good bacteria in your gut. A pickle can boost the probiotic content of any meal you eat. (find pickles without added sugar in the refrigerated section of your local health food store)
Fibromyalgia Sufferers
People with fibromyalgia are often in great pain and will try anything to get relief. Did you know that chiropractic care is one thing that could offer some of the relief fibromyalgia sufferers long for? The body is one connected skeletal and muscular system. If something is out of balance in this system, it can cause pain. Because we’ve all had falls and we’ve developed habitual ways of sitting and walking, we all have these imbalances. Working with a chiropractor can help us put our bodies back into balance, reducing pain and making it easier to live with fibromyalgia.
What You Don’t Hear
When someone has moderate hearing loss they will hear relatively well if you are talking to them face to face in a quiet environment. They will not hear well if you are walking away from them, in a different room, or if noise is present. People with hearing loss may be unaware of the extent of it: that’s where loved ones come in. Family members who have grown frustrated with them not being able to hear are the ones to prompt them to get a hearing test. Encourage them to have their hearing tested, you will be doing them and yourself a big favour in the long run.
Business Profile: Clean & Green Team
A Clean Home is a Healthy Home! Clean & Green Team uses eco-friendly products that are “Green Seal Certified” to clean your home, leaving your home healthier and free of toxic residues. They will tailor your cleaning to fit your needs and budget. Clean & Green Team is committed to a higher level of customer service – they will work hard to build your trust. Weekends were NOT made for house cleaning. Enjoy coming home to your fresh clean home, thoroughly cleaned by their professional staff.
Structured Water
Science proves waters responsible for longevity. Dr. Marcel Vogel (Father of Structured Water Science) calls it ‘liquid crystal’ completely compatible with instant cell wall entry & exit. Natural Action Technologies Structuring Devices mimic nature, transforming any water energetically by double vortexing, creating a 6 molecule cluster, an easy uptake into each cell’s aquaporin channel. “Water inside your cells is absolutely critical for health”, Dr. Mercola. Suzanne Forcese. SunriseStructuredWellness.com
A Healthier You in 2019!
January 1st has come and gone, but we’ve still got eleven fresh months ahead – That’s over 300 days to set new goals for yourself and develop a plan for building a healthier lifestyle. You can create a more positive version of yourself at anytime. If you’ve been trying to quit a bad habit, but have trouble sticking to your Ney Year’s Resolutions, consider laser therapy. Laser therapy can help get rid of those unwanted cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Clinical studies have shown a noticeable change in patients who are trying to quit smoking and a higher success rate.
Words to Live By
“Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition you have encountered, and the courage with which you have maintained the struggle against overwhelming odds.” – Orison Swett Marden
Clean Eating Recipe:
Nut free Energy Bites
Ingredients: 1 cup oats. 1/3 cup flax meal. 1/2 cup sunflower seed butter. 1/4 cup maple syrup. 1/8 cup sunflower seeds. 1/8 cup mini chocolate chips. Directions: 1. Place oats and flax meal in a medium sized bowl. Stir to combine. 2. Add seed butter and maple syrup and stir to combine. 3. Stir in sunflower seeds and chocolate chips. 4. Using a small cookie scoop or table spoon, roll mixture into balls. 5. Transfer to a small storage container and keep in the refrigerator. Chelsy Balkwill, Registered Holistic Nutritionist Wellbeing Counsellor, Sobey’s-St.Anne’s email:[email protected]
