May is Mental Health Month in Canada. People are encouraged to learn and talk with others about mental health issues. The most common mental health issues are anxiety disorders, major depression and bipolar disorder. These medical conditions can affect many different aspects of a person including; Thought processes, Emotions, Behaviours, Capacity to connect with others and Ability to cope with stress. To promote mental health well-being, engage in regular physical activity, maintain social connections, pursue hobbies, and seek professional help if needed. It’s also important to have open communication about mental health.

At Sandstone Counselling, we provide compassionate, personalized support to help you navigate life’s challenges. Each session is guided by a Registered Clinical Counsellor who meets you where you are and walks alongside you toward healing and growth. Whether you’re facing grief, trauma, burnout, anxiety, relationship struggles, or personal transitions, we offer a range of evidence-based therapies including EMDR to support you in this journey. We work with individuals and couples to create meaningful, goal-oriented plans. Our aim is to help you reconnect with yourself, build resilience, and rediscover a sense of joy and purpose in your life.

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is designed to ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care. It will be available to all qualified Canadian residents as early as June 2025. Be sure to register when your age bracket opens. May 1: 55 to 64, May 15: 18 to 34, and May 29: 35 to 54. Services may be covered to almost 100% at clinics accepting the plan. Services that could be covered include preventive services, including scaling (cleaning), polish, fluoride as well as diagnostic services, restorative services, endodontic services, dentures and more. We accept the CDCP for teeth cleanings. Contact us today!

Your health and wellness are your most precious assets. Many people accept that growing older means that our health declines and we are not able to do many of the things that we enjoyed when we were younger. It doesn’t have to be this way. Take charge of your wellness and explore the many different ways that you can achieve and maintain both physical and spiritual wellness. The many options include: *meditation, *maintaining mobility by staying active, *a healthy diet, *keep being curious, *massage, *spiritual guidance and *a positive attitude. I can help you Stay on Track.

A Sonic Meridian Flow in Biofield Tuning is a gentle yet powerful technique. It uses the vibration of tuning forks on the body to trace and clear the body’s meridian pathways, helping to release stagnant energy and restore energetic flow. By applying sound through these forks, it supports nervous system regulation, emotional release, and a sense of balance and coherence. This process acts like an energetic reset, flushing out blockages and leaving clients feeling lighter, calmer, and more grounded.

Did you know that the entire month of May is dedicated to Better Speech and Hearing? During May, the hearing care industry makes a special effort to educate the public about hearing loss. Helen Keller once said that of all her sensory deprivations, she most missed her ability to hear. She noted that while blindness kept her separate from things, hearing loss separated her from people. Hearing impairment not only affects your ability to understand speech, but it also has a negative impact on your social and emotional well-being, as you struggle to carry on meaningful conversations and avoid activities.

We can book one for you! Our staff can connect you with Avee Health, a Vancouver-based company that specializes in providing convenient and accessible healthcare services to patients through businesses like The Medicine Shoppe at Departure Bay Road. With a mission to improve the patient experience, Avee Health works closely with businesses to establish walk-in clinics within their premises, offering a range of primary care services. They provide same-day doctor appointments 24/7 and comprehensive care from prescription refills to addressing minor ailments. Patients enjoy a smooth and efficient experience with easy access to healthcare consultations. Contact us today.