This year has been financially challenging for many people. The SOS Caring for Community at Christmas program has been bringing joy to residents in need for over 55 years. With community support, we can ensure that children and youth in our area wake up to find a special gift under the tree on Christmas morning. Families and individuals will have the opportunity to choose food that is meaningful to them during the holidays. You can support the program through a financial donation. Help us fill the SOS Toy Shop by donating new, unwrapped gifts. For more information, please visit the SOS website.
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Wishing You Health
As we settle into the busy holiday season, we like to honour our relationship with our customers. Thank you for trusting our team to take care of your overall health and well-being and for choosing a locally-owned pharmacy for your healthcare needs. We will continue to provide personalized pharmacy services, including free local delivery, medication reviews, compounding, vaccinations, and so much more! Your pharmacist can help to make sure your medication is the right fit and introduce you to tools that make day-to-day medication management easier. We care about your health!
Laser for All Skin Tones? YES!
Gone are the days when laser hair removal only worked for fair skin and dark hair. Modern IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) technology now safely and effectively treats all skin tones and ethnicities, from porcelain white to deep mocha brown. At Lisse Laser & Skin Studio, every session is customized to your unique skin tone, hair colour, and sensitivity for smooth, lasting results without burns or discomfort. If you’ve ever been told laser hair removal wasn’t for you—think again; IPL is now safe for all skin tones, including yours!
Give Yourself a Gift
The holidays are a perfect opportunity to nurture yourself while giving and receiving. Amid all the hustle and bustle, give yourself the gift of time to relax and be calm. Is this difficult for you? Gift yourself a Body Code session that can help you release any unprocessed negative (trapped) emotions to make this season easier for you. A Certified Body Code/Emotion Code Practitioner can assist you in taking time to relax and enjoy the beauty of this season. Call today for a complimentary information session and discover how to release negative emotions that no longer serve you.
House Rich but Cash Poor?
“Home Equity Solution is the answer!” Create your future by using the existing equity in your house to do all the things you can’t afford to do. Things such as: *Get rid of an existing mortgage, *Pay off credit card debt, *Travel, *Give your children an early inheritance, *Invest, *Downsize or upsize your home; all without any payments. With the significant appreciation in home values over the past few years, we now have more equity in our houses to use and enjoy. Don’t just think about a solution for your equity, do something about it. Contact me now.
Happy Holidays from Accura Denture Clinic!
Just a short note. The office will be closed Monday, December 1 to Monday December 8 for a short pre season holiday. We will also be closing for the week after Christmas and reopening in early January. So to all, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Diwali, Happy Kwanzaa! There are at least eight significant religious and cultural celebrations at this time of year including a time of rest and renewal practiced by First Nations Peoples. Work for peace around the world. Contact us here at Accura Denture Clinic for all your denture needs.
Blue Christmas Service – Dec 20, 2025
It has been and is our pleasure to reach out with this Blue Christmas Service. All Welcome! The service takes place on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 2:00 pm at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, located at 4235 Departure Bay Road, Nanaimo. “Perhaps you are grieving the loss of a loved one; feeling sad, sick, lonely, and anxious about the holiday season or future while others are celebrating. We want you to know you aren’t alone. When you leave the service and God’s house, our prayer is that you will feel uplifted, peaceful, comforted, and experience God’s love for you.”
Words to Live By
“The most precious gift we can offer anyone is our attention.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
Hear the Holidays Clearly
The Holiday Season is filled with joyful gatherings, conversations, and laughter. But if you struggle to hear in noisy environments, you may feel left out of the moment. Hearing loss often happens gradually, making it easy to miss the signs—like needing to turn up the TV or asking others to repeat themselves. The good news? Hearing solutions today are more advanced and discreet than ever before. At Amplifon Hearing Care Experts, our hearing care professionals provide free hearing tests and personalized solutions, helping you reconnect with what matters most—your family, friends, and the sounds of the season.
Wellness Expo – Call for Exhibitors
Wellnessnews Choices for Healthy Living® will host the 5th Annual Wellness Expo on February 28, 2026 at Beban Park Social Centre in Nanaimo. Registration is now open for Exhibitors. The Expo offers a day to explore various approaches to health, nutrition, fitness, and overall well-being. It will feature exhibitors, health talks and more. The 2024 Expo attracted over 700 attendees. Early Bird Exhibitor rate ends on January 15, 2026.
The Loneliness Epidemic
Chronic loneliness in older adults is a growing health concern, linked to depression, cognitive decline, and even increased mortality. Many seniors experience isolation due to mobility issues, loss of loved ones, or living alone. Senior residences can significantly reduce loneliness by offering a supportive, social environment: daily activities, communal dining, and shared spaces foster connection and engagement. Professional staff provide care and companionship, ensuring residents feel seen and valued. With structured routines and peer interaction, senior living communities promote mental well-being and help restore a sense of belonging and purpose in daily life.
