Career development can support positive mental health by helping find meaning and passion in what you do. Social identity, routine, work, and income help form a positive self-perception. Life changes and unforeseen events will happen, bringing new opportunities. Support is available to aide in career planning, job search skills, identifying and overcoming employment barriers, resume/cover letter development, interview skills, as well as creating and refining action plans. With the increase of people on unemployment and businesses closing their doors for now and some indefinitely, the need for employment assistance maybe more essential than ever. If you need help, reach out, practitioners at Juvenation Wellness are available to assist

Here are some Summer Wellness tips to keep feeling well this coming beautiful season: *Stay hydrated by drinking 8-10 cups of water or herbal teas per day. *Aim for at least 30 min exercise 5x/week. Include cardio and weight bearing activities. Do what you enjoy! *Wear sunscreen to protect your skin. Some early morning outdoor sun is safer to get your vitamin D. Supplementing can be of benefit. *Eat extra raw fruit and veggies; hydrating, provide extra vitamins, and enzymes. Check out your local farmers markets. *Stay connected with close family and friends. Go for walks, hikes, picnic, swim and enjoy laughter!

If you suspect you have hearing loss, consult with a hearing health professional who can provide: *Professional Assessments, which are the key to determining the degree and type of hearing loss, *Hearing Aid Fittings (if hearing aids are recommended) to ensure that you are equipped with current, up-to-date technology to suit your lifestyle, *Regular Assessments and Evaluations of your hearing.
Adapting to hearing loss can be challenging but hearing professionals can help you maximize the benefit from your hearing aids. Book an assessment today!

Recovery from a brain injury takes positive reinforcement. Celebrate the small successes. Make recovery a social activity. Your success can be fostered with the help of others, even if they do not have a brain injury or stroke. Look for intensity of experience during recovery. The intensity of the experience will help ingrain what is being learned. Fall in love with the process of recovery. Have a recovery plan that includes measurable goals. Success should be measured. Make recovery efforts a part of your everyday schedule. Don’t do the recovery journey by yourself. Let Cowichan Brain Injury help you on this journey.

Today, more than ever, it is important to take steps to support your immune system. Eat a whole foods diet to support gut health and intestinal cleansing, making sure to include extra fruit and vegetables. Exercise and spending time outdoors can help minimize stress which in turn helps keep your immune system strong. Make sure to get adequate sleep. Herbal supplements can be helpful when needed; Filling in missing gaps with necessary vitamins and superfoods can be essential. Valuable supplements include: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Zinc, probiotics, elderberry, quercetin, oregano oil and colloidal silver. Take extra good care and be safe!

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What should you do if your mental health is suffering during self-isolation? Here are some tips: 1. Maintain routine. It helps to manage anxiety and will help you to adapt more quickly to this current reality. 2. Engage with Nature. Make the most of any private outdoor space you have. Getting sunshine is imperative for a healthy mind. 3. Try something new. Now is a great time to learn how to sew or tackle a DIY project. 4. Limit your news intake. A near-constant stream of news reports about an outbreak can cause anyone to feel distressed. 5. Stay connected. Download a video chat app and have fun chatting with friends and family.