Happy New Year! With tax season just around the corner, it’s important to consider whether you are eligible for the disability credit. If you have had a prolonged disability due to a hip or knee condition or other medical conditions such as copd, diabetes, neuropathy, etc, that cause restrictions in walking or dressing, you may qualify for a $2,500 yearly credit, as well as a $25,000 Lump Sum Refund. We have assisted thousands of Canadians to get this credit and can help you get the money you deserve.
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Keep Moving with Indoor Activities
Now that it is January, the weather can be cold and crisp. Freezing temperatures and snow may cause you to want to stay indoors. There are many inside exercises you can do to keep fit and to keep your body moving. Using your own stair case to climb up and down is a good way to keep the strength in your legs and back, and to give you better balance and agility. Yoga poses and stretching will help keep the blood flowing and make you feel good and less tired. Happy New Year from Lifemark Physiotherapy!
New Year, New You: Try BodyTalk
Kickstart your wellness journey this new year with BodyTalk, a holistic approach designed to promote balance and healing. This gentle, non-invasive practice focuses on enhancing the body’s natural ability to heal itself. By identifying and addressing patterns that are stressors to the operating system of the body, BodyTalk can alleviate symptoms of pain, stress, and emotional imbalance. This unique modality is highly adaptable to individual needs, offering a path to clarity, resilience, and deeper self-awareness. Consider BodyTalk for a supportive and empowering approach to maintaining overall wellness throughout the year.
New Year, New You!
Invest in yourself this year with a Personalized Plan to support your health! Choice Nutrition’s expertise in alternative and holistic treatment, aims to enhance, restore, or sustain good health. They’ll identify your unique needs and merge the best of natural and conventional healthcare to maximize your health using: 1) Professional-grade custom formula nutritional supplements. 2) Therapies and Services – Naturopathic Consultations, Integrative Microscopy & Cancer Care, Acupuncture, IV Therapy, Sensitivity Testing, Low Intensity Laser, Heavy Metal Testing, Custom Orthotics, Wellness Detox Room, along with Massage, Reflexology, and Reiki being offered.
Is Your Will Up To Date?
Even if you know you need to update your Will, it’s easy to find yourself letting your documents collect dust on the shelf. The good news is that going through major changes in your life doesn’t necessarily invalidate your will. The bottom line is: If your Will isn’t up-to-date, your end-of-life wishes may not be fulfilled in the way you would have liked. Your wishes may also have changed since you wrote your will. To avoid these pitfalls, make it your New Year’s resolution to write a will if you haven’t already or update your existing will, and let you family know where it is.
A New Year of Care
Has your aging loved one had: a minor or major fall, noticeable weight loss, clutter accumulation in the home, missed appointments or overdue bills? Now is the time to discuss plans and consult with professionals. Being a family caregiver can be stressful. Often, we are balancing care for an aging loved one with the needs of our own children, grandchildren, work, or other commitments. Care needs can be relentless. As you begin a new year, consider how professional in-home care for an aging loved one will improve their quality of life and support you as well.
Retirement Haven
Today’s active seniors are looking to get the most out of their retirement. When weighing the options for senior living, consider how much the senior living industry has grown in the last five years. Independent living has become a retirement haven for seniors who want flexibility and peace of mind. It is designed for the independent senior with an active lifestyle who wants to simplify their worries of home maintenance, commuting, safety, social isolation, and health. Senior living in an independent living community is designed to streamline your life to give you the time to do the things you want to do.
Start the Year with Emotional Clarity
As we step into the New Year, it’s the perfect time to focus on nurturing our emotional health. Conflict can arise from misunderstandings, stress, and unmet needs. A powerful way to start the year is by setting clear intentions for open communication and self-awareness. Take time each day to check in with your emotions, practice active listening, and approach conversations with empathy. Remember, resolution starts within. Prioritize self-care and give yourself permission to step back when needed. As a conflict counselor, you can help others achieve peace by embracing these principles in your own life, leading by example.
Protect Your Family with Estate Planning
It’s hard enough to think about death without having to consider the financial realities that go along with it. Making the right decisions about funeral and cemetery expenses can be especially tough when you’re grieving the loss of a loved one. There’s a way around that. The cost of funerals and cemetery services are unavoidable, however if you are smart, you can cut those costs and protect your family. With well-informed estate planning, you could save thousands of dollars, and spare your spouse and children from a heavy financial and emotional burden. Please contact us for more information with no obligation.
Coldest Night of the Year Fundraising Event
Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) is a winterrific family-friendly 2 or 5 km fundraising walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. On February 22, 2025, Canadians in over 200 communities will step outside the warmth and comfort of home to shine a light of welcome and compassion in their communities. In Saskatoon, CNOY helps YWCA Saskatoon provide shelter, care, and holistic support to women and families experiencing homelessness to heal and find hope. Learn more + get involved at //cnoy.org/saskatoon
What You Don’t Hear
When someone has moderate hearing loss they will hear relatively well if you are talking to them face to face in a quiet environment. They will not hear well if you are walking away from them, in a different room, or if noise is present. People with hearing loss may be unaware of the extent of it: that’s where loved ones come in. Family members who have grown frustrated with them not being able to hear are the ones to prompt them to get a hearing test. Encourage them to have their hearing tested, you will be doing them and yourself a big favour in the long run.
