The Canadian Dental Care Program (CDCP) is running better. Coverage authorization still takes weeks for full dentures and longer for partials, but it is improving. CDCP is a service that needs to be renewed each year to be sure you still qualify. You must have filed your current income tax and received your Notice of Assessment. After that, you will receive a letter on how to renew your coverage. The deadline is June 1, 2025. Call us for all your denture needs or if you are looking for direction about your remaining teeth.

For the past 20 years, Leadership Vancouver Island (LVI) has helped Vancouver Island
organizations reap the benefits of investing in their people, ultimately strengthening our communities. LVI is excited to announce a special celebration on April 24 where alumni and their sponsors can reconnect. This public event will showcase the impactful stories of past participants and guests who will hear about the changing face of leadership from guest speaker Clemens Rettich, professor in organizational behaviour and leadership at the Peter B. Gustavson School of Business at the University of Victoria. For more information about this event contact [email protected].

Spring is an excellent time to review your medications with your pharmacist. It is also a great time to go through your medicine cabinet and get rid of items that you no longer need or that have expired. Take all discarded medications and vitamins to your pharmacist for safe and ecological disposal. Do not throw them into the wastebasket, sink, or toilet. Your pharmacist can help with your medication review, cleanup process, and disposal of medications. Book your medication review with your pharmacist at the Medicine Shoppe in Parksville today.

Reiki energy healing is a holistic practice that taps into the universal life force energy to promote healing and balance within the body, mind, and spirit. It’s a gentle yet powerful technique that can help with stress, anxiety, pain, or grief. Reiki works by channelling energy through the hands of the practitioner into the recipient, promoting relaxation, stress reduction, and overall wellness. Reiki is a tool for personal transformation. By aligning the body’s energy centres and removing energetic blockages, Reiki can unlock your innate healing potential and facilitate deep inner healing.

Here are some of the reasons people use a medical alert system: *They live alone. *They use a cane or walker to assist with mobility. *They had a fall or were at risk of falling. *They sometimes feel weak or dizzy. If you face any of these issues and it is important for you to continue living independently, a medical alert system may be the answer. With Lifeline, a service that supports The Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation, you and your loved ones can have peace of mind knowing that help is available 24/7 at the push of a button.

Neuromovement® therapy is a groundbreaking approach to pain relief that focuses on re-educating the brain and nervous system. This therapy is rooted in the idea that the brain plays a central role in how we experience pain. Neuromovement® lessons use gentle, mindful movements to address the neurological patterns that contribute to pain and discomfort. It is a process of self-discovery and exploration of what you feel as you move that helps you learn to move in smarter ways, not working harder to achieve an outcome. Neuromovement® lessons focus on the brain’s ability to rewire and adapt, offering a more holistic and long-term solution for pain relief.

April is here! Flowers are blooming! It’s time to plant new beliefs and intentions for a joyful life! Make your intentions positive, uplifting, and in the present tense. When you state your intentions, do so in a positive tone. Intentions are what you want, not what you do not want. Say the intention out loud to yourself. Reading and hearing it makes it more powerful. Are you ready to plant & birth JOYful intentions for your life? If you are not yet ready, book a Body Code session to release those negative emotions and put JOY back in your life!

Acupuncture effectively manages tinnitus by improving blood circulation, reducing inflammation, and calming the nervous system. It also reduces the tension that is held in the shoulders and neck. By stimulating specific points, acupuncture helps regulate energy flow (Qi) and reduces stress, which can contribute to tinnitus symptoms. Many people experience relief as acupuncture promotes relaxation and supports overall health. While results vary, regular treatments may lessen the intensity and frequency of ringing in the ears. If you struggle with tinnitus, acupuncture offers a natural, non-invasive approach. Questions? Doreen offers a FREE 15-minute meet and greet.