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Brella Society allows individuals to stay engaged in the community even if it is from the comfort of their own home. We offer programs that stimulate individual’s cognition, provide emotional support, food security and have them engaged in physical activities. Our priority is the well-being of the seniors in our community; therefore, we take initiative in advocating for them and assisting them in navigating support. Please visit brellasociety.ca for more information and events.

Tech Buddies

Our Tech Buddies Program is currently in high demand! Individuals requiring assistance using their technological communication devices are set up with one-on-one sessions with professional volunteers. The sessions are tailored to help clients achieve their personal goals when using their device. Sessions are offered in our Community Services office as well as libraries within South Surrey/White Rock. Please contact Isaiah Clemente at Isaiah.clemente@brellasociety.ca or 604-531-9400 ext. 220 to book an appointment.

What is Holistic Dentistry?

In holistic dentistry, the mouth is viewed as an integral part of the digestive tract, which is crucial to overall health. A holistic dentistry practitioner takes time to educate patients on key nutrients for systemic and emotional health, the importance of restful oxygenated sleep and proper digestion, and the dangers of infected teeth and gum inflammation. Specialized technology is used in holistic dentistry, such as PRF, ozone, lasers and CBCT imaging, to properly diagnose and manage disease. In addition, only biocompatible materials are used, as opposed to ‘tolerable’ ones such as BPA-free composites, zirconia, and no amalgam silver fillings.

December Events

Fit 55+ Online Fitness Class– December 7, 14
Virtual Caregiver Support Group – December 7, 21
In-Person Caregiver Support Group – December 8, 13, 22, 27
Cloverdale 55+ Coffee Social – December 14
Annual Christmas Dinner – December 6
Gain knowledge + skills + confidence courses w/ Self-management of BC – December 5, 7

Fuss-Free Holiday Celebrations

The arrival of the holiday season means a ton of celebrating with friends and loved ones, but what if you’re not feeling up to prepping, cooking, and cleaning this year? La Baia Restaurant offers the perfect venue to host your seasonal family gatherings, private holiday parties, or corporate events, with seating capacity for 72 guests. Experience a whole new way to celebrate with local award-winning Italian cuisine, turnkey service, easy planning, and incredible wine pairing. Chef Jose will help create the perfect menu for your group. Check out LaBaiaRestaurant.ca for daily updates.

The Gift of Wellness

Instead of gifting more material things this holiday season, why not give the gift of healing and wellness? A gift card for SALT Wellness Centre makes the perfect gift for your family, friends, and co-workers. A unique, alternative healing centre featuring Flotation therapy and British Columbia’s first dry SALT therapy bed. Offering both wet and dry SALT therapy, SALT has two sensory reduction float tanks, a float therapy room, a dry salt bed and dry salt room, an infrared sauna, an ionic detox foot bath, counselling and somatic trauma therapy, as well as both relaxation massage and Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) services. Take advantage of our first time and package discounts we offer. Have extended health benefits? We offer direct billing for RMT services!

A Gift They Really Want

This holiday season, why not give the gift everyone on your list will love? A gift card for a wellness experience at Beta Wellness Centre! Let them choose from an affordable line of wellness and beauty products for all skin types and concerns, with brands like MOORSPA® Skin Care, iS CLINICAL Skin Care, Glacée and ISSEIMI Luxury Natural Skin Care. They can also select from a range of services such as Aerolase® for skin concerns and hair removal; facial rejuvenation with JetPRO Facials, ScarletRF Microneedling, and CGF; as well as hair rejuvenation, nail fungus care, manicure/pedicure, and waxing services.

Your Year in Review

Is there something you wish you could have done this year and didn’t? Join the pickle ball club? Take a hike or ride your bike? What stopped you? A painful body part, a weakness, a belief that you are too old? All of this can be improved with the right physiotherapy program and a physiotherapist who will hear your story, listen to your goals, and coach you towards your dream. Nothing feels as good as feeling strong and capable in your body. Make a wish and let your physiotherapist help you create your action plan for 2023.

Start Changing Lives Now

We are meeting a need in the community, and we can’t do it without you. Please give generously and make a difference in the quality of life for our seniors.Your donation will go a long way to continue providing just the right programs and services and help people reconnect with the community in a safe way. Every $100 donated provides an hour of services to three older adults and caregivers. Ways to donate:Online: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/m/36058/donationMail: 15008 26 Ave. Surrey, B.C. V4P 3H5
By Phone: 604-531-2502 Ext. 209.

Self-Management BC

Self-Management means having the skills and confidence to live well with one or more chronic conditions. Examples of skills include problem solving, decision-making, and action planning (an approach to moving towards your goal). To learn more about self-management, visit selfmanagementbc.ca/CommunityPrograms.
Self-Management BC offers a menu of self-management programs available to British Columbians virtually, online, by telephone and by mail. Programs are for adults of all ages living with one or more ongoing health conditions, and there is no cost to participate and we will be having workshops here at Brella! (December 5, 7). For Registration, contact Charles Labun
Phone: 604-940-6585
Email: pclabun@uvic.ca