If you are a care giver of a loved one, it’s important to also take care of yourself. Signs of burn out are: withdrawal from family and friends; feeling blue, irritable and helpless; changes in sleep patterns; getting sick more often; and feelings of resentment. What can you do to support yourself? Talk to a trusted friend or co-worker; set reasonable goals; be realistic about your loved one’s disease, especially if it is a progressive disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s. Use respite care services when you need a break or while you are assessing care plan changes.
Community News
What not to buy for Christmas!?
A popular woman’s magazine ranked socks as the number 2 item on the list of things men definitely do not want for Christmas. What do they know? What could be better than sharing the feeling of wellbeing with someone you love? When you fill the man of your life’s Christmas stockings with the right socks, he will enjoy a gift of wearable technology that can reduce pain, increase strength and endurance and increase stability and balance for months to come. And to make sure that you are fair in your gift giving, don’t forget the women in your life. They too will thank Santa Clause for the socks.
Tune up your Body with Bowenwork®!
Original article by Mary Falk, PT http://www.restorationpt.net
When your car engine is misfiring, you take it to your mechanic for a tune up. But what about you? What can you do when your body is showing signs of wear and tear and needs resetting? Bowenwork® can help the body restore its natural balance. It can help with arthritis, back and neck pain, frozen shoulders, sciatica, asthma, and migraines, headaches, and pregnancy related back pain. So if your vision is a getting blurry, go get your eyes checked. When you have aches and pain, go see a Bowenwork® practitioner.
Product Review:
Serrapeptase, the little miracle enzyme! Serrapeptase is a proteolytic enzyme, which means it breaks down long protein chains into amino acids that the body needs. These enzymes bind to the alpha 2 macroglobulin in our plasma where it is shielded from the immune system while retaining its enzymatic activity. They are then free to roam through the blood stream seeking to break down hard protein (non-living tissue), fibrin surfaces, scar tissue, granuloma, and even thin out mucous to ease conditions such as chronic sinusitis.
It’s been proven to be a safe and effective alternative to NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen) and should be taken on an empty stomach. The capsule must be a special DRcap (Delayed Release capsule) or enteric coated capsule that allows the Serrapeptase to pass through the stomach to the small intestine where the enzyme is then released. Enerex.ca
Get Moving
Did you know that exercise is one of the simplest, healthiest and most effective means of stress management? Movement of any kind is physically, mentally and emotionally beneficial. If we remain physically active we can counteract the body’s natural stress response. Among many other things, exercise rids the body of natural chemicals that are released during stress and releases endorphins that create a sense of well-being. Exercise is one of the best ways to get relief from irritability, depression, anxiety and anger so don’t let the rain get you down, just start moving. When exercise is not enough, speaking to a trained counsellor can be beneficial.
Profile – Nanaimo Memory & Complex Care
At Nanaimo Memory & Complex Care, they believe in and practice their proven-effective methods they call The Avenir Approach. They place residents according to their cognitive abilities and create an individual care plan for each individual. These essential principles define their daily dedication to the well-being of residents with memory loss. They provide support for the whole family, offering education and meaningful resources during initial consultation and on an ongoing basis. They focus on how they, as a team, can come together to provide the best quality of living for your loved one. This includes everything from how to start the conversation about memory care to making moving day as worry-free as possible. Nanaimo Memory & Complex Care offers a range of price points based on needed care to assist with your financial planning.
A River Runs Through It.
Do you dream of traveling to see different countries but loath the idea of long bus rides and packing and unpacking every day? River cruising may be the answer. Imagine drifting off to sleep to the gentle sound of the river and waking up refreshed in the heart of another European town or near a fishing village on the Mekong River. River cruising is a perfect choice for you if you are looking for a lovely, relaxing way to spend a holiday and to really experience the scenery and culture of each country you visit.
Flying Under the Radar!
Bowenwork® uses gentle, slow moves, which the body perceives as a weak stimulus, thus activating healing. We ‘fly under the radar’ of the body so as to not provoke a defensive response. When a traumatic event such as a fall occurs, the energy of the force of the fall is absorbed by the body. This energy must be released from the body or transformed for healing to occur. After each set of Bowenwork moves, the client is left to process at least two minutes before any other work is done. During this time, energy can dissipate freely or be transformed.
Someone to Turn To
There are hundreds of programs and services available across our region to help people with a wide variety of issues including housing, financial assistance and senior services. The big questions is “How do you find them?”. bc211 is the answer. You can simply call, send a text, email or go online to reach a navigator who can help find the best options for you. This free and confidential service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in over 160 languages. bc211 has been available on Vancouver Island since September 2017. It is funded by United Way and various partners.
From ONE Stop to NONE Stop Shopping
The other day, I stopped at the post office to pick up my Zeal package. To get there, I had to go through one of our local stores. As I was leaving, I realized that I never buy any of the myriad of products that the store offers. I don’t need the over the counter pain medication, indigestion remedies and laxatives nor the various lotions and potions. I haven’t purchased any of their vitamin supplements for years now. This “ah-ha” moment was very satisfying for me. I have finally found what works. A product that covers all of my body’s bases. Have you found yours yet?
