Flowers are a timeless way to show love and appreciation on Mother’s Day. Their vibrant colors and sweet scents beautifully express the gratitude we feel but sometimes struggle to say. From classic roses to cheerful daisies or elegant lilies, each bloom carries a message of care, admiration, and warmth. Gifting flowers is more than a tradition—it’s a heartfelt gesture that brightens a mother’s day and reminds her how deeply she’s cherished. Whether given in a bouquet or planted in a garden, flowers say “thank you” in nature’s most graceful language, making Mother’s Day a little more special and full of love.
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Eye Healthy Recipe
Easy Green Smoothie. This refreshing smoothie is hydrating and filled with vitamins for your eyes, such as – vitamin K, lutein, zeaxanthin, carotenoids. A handful of spinach. 1½ cups frozen pineapple chunks. 1½ cups frozen peach chunks. 1 banana. 1 can light coconut milk (400 ml). 1 tsp. of ground flax and hemp seeds. Add ingredients to blender. Add fresh spinach, fruit, and coconut milk into a blender. Blend & Enjoy!
Recharge with a Couples Massage
Experience more than just relaxation—enjoy true therapeutic care side-by-side with someone special. Whether it’s a partner, friend, or loved one, our couples massage sessions provide the ideal opportunity to release tension, reduce pain, and reconnect in a calm, healing space. Two skilled therapists work in harmony, customizing each massage to address your individual needs while promoting overall well-being. This shared experience enhances emotional connection and physical renewal, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating or simply seeking time to recharge together, a couples massage offers a peaceful escape that nurtures both the body and the bond you share.
Planning a Special Event?
Birthdays, Bachelorette Parties, Client/Employee Appreciation, Girls Night, Retreats & More. TRANQUILITY Sound Baths & More offers immersive Sound Bath experiences for stress relief and self-discovery. Join our community events or plan a private, corporate, or collaborative session—customizable with “Add-On” modalities like Guided Meditation, Yoga (Yin, Restorative, Nidra, Chair). Perfect for celebrations, team building, or wellness retreats. Experience deep relaxation, healing, and inner peace through sound, breath, and movement. Let’s co-create a meaningful, memorable event.
Mother’s Day After Loss
Mother’s Day can bring up difficult emotions, especially if your mom has passed away. It may remind you of a cherished relationship that you can no longer celebrate in the same way. However, amidst the sadness, Mother’s Day can also offer an opportunity to look back on fond memories. As much as you may be hurting, try not to hide out and ignore the holiday. Instead, find a way to honor her memory, whether it’s continuing a tradition you shared, writing a letter to her, or gathering with others who grieve her loss. If you’re struggling with grief, reaching out to a professional can provide valuable support and guidance.
Trucare Clinic Now Open
Your wait is over! Trucare Minor Injury & Sport Medicine Clinic, located in the Garden City area (north end of Winnipeg), is now open to treat minor injuries . We are specialized in sports or work-related injuries, sprains, fractures, and chronic pain, including neck, back, hip, and knee pain. We offer cortisone and PRP injections for joint pain, plus in-house X-ray services. A referral is helpful, but walk-ins are welcome. Inside the clinic, Trucare Mobility provides physiotherapy services as well as providing medical supplies, including crutches, braces, compression stockings, wheelchairs, walkers, and more for you and your family.
Eye Healthy Recipe
Easy Green Smoothie. This refreshing smoothie is hydrating and filled with vitamins for your eyes, such as – vitamin K, lutein, zeaxanthin, carotenoids. A handful of spinach. 1½ cups frozen pineapple chunks. 1½ cups frozen peach chunks. 1 banana. 1 can light coconut milk (400 ml). 1 tsp. of ground flax and hemp seeds. Add ingredients to blender. Add fresh spinach, fruit, and coconut milk into a blender. Blend & Enjoy!
Grief and Loss Support
A monthly Grief and Loss Group, led by a trained facilitator, is available for those experiencing loss or anticipated loss. We recognise that grief and loss are different for everyone, and people are welcome to participate in this group at any point during their loss journey.
These groups are held on the third Thursday of each month from 1-3. Pre-registration is required. Please contact the office by email [email protected] or phone 250-871-5940.
SSNVI Workshops and Partner Events
SSNVI is hosting an educational workshop with community partners during the month of May from10:30 – 12:00 at the Comox Valley Presbyterian Church located at 725 Aspen Rd.
Check our resource page on our website at https://ssnvi.ca/education-sessions/ for more details. Even better, get on our email list to be notified about these workshops and others at [email protected]
Get Connected – Volunteer with Us
Consider volunteering with us. SSNVI is always looking for volunteers of all ages. Our staff is experienced in training and matching volunteers with seniors on our wait list and always there to provide support for our volunteers.
Want to learn more about becoming a volunteer? SSNVI hosts monthly volunteer training. To find out more information or register for a training session you can email us at [email protected] or drop by C1-450 8th Street, Courtenay.
Caregiver Support Groups
SSNVI hosts a once per month opportunity for caregivers to meet in a friendly, supportive environment where they can interact with, receive from, and give support, to other caregivers. The caregiving journey is complicated and can be difficult, exhausting, and sometimes not well understood by those who have not experienced it. Our groups are held on the first Tuesday, second Thursday of each month from 1-3, and the last Wednesday of each month from 10:30 – 12:30.
Pre-registration is required. Please contact the office by email [email protected] or phone 250-871-5940.
