The Senior Support North Vancouver Island (SSNVI) Board of Directors is recruiting for new members from Comox Valley and Campbell River.
Join us in 2026! We are seeking committed members who bring fresh ideas, strategic thinking, and a heart for service. As a Board member, you’ll help shape programs, strengthen partnerships, and help ensure seniors in the Comox Valley and Campbell River area receive the support they deserve.
If you’re ready to share your expertise and be part of a Board creating real change, we’d love to hear from you. Your efforts can help build a stronger future for our seniors. Connect with us at [email protected].
Community News
Know your Rights at Work
“WorkSafe Saskatchewan reminds every worker of their three fundamental rights in the workplace: The right to know what hazards are present, the right to participate in keeping the workplace healthy and safe and the right to refuse dangerous work. These rights are protected under The Saskatchewan Employment Act. When workers speak up and employers listen, everyone benefits. Safety is a shared responsibility—and it starts with knowing your rights. Together, we can make Saskatchewan workplaces safer.”
Ask The Expert
Q I just noticed that I can see certain things better without my glasses now. They’re new glasses, I just got them three years ago. What’s up with that?
A: Three years is actually more than enough time for your eyes to change, or for something to go wrong with your glasses. You can bring back your glasses to where you bought them to see what the issue is, but it sure sounds like you’re due for an eye exam in any case. Time goes pretty quick for just about everyone. Come see us at Mosaic for your eye exam or your glasses, or both!
Giving your Product/Service a Voice
Not every product or service is easy to Promote. Some require more than a catchy slogan or visual Ad— That’s where the power of an editorial in the WellnessNEWS comes in. Unlike a traditional visual Advertisement, an Editorial allows you to PROVIDE INFORMATION, EXPLAIN the HEALTH BENEFITS, or PROVIDE TIPS and INFORMATION to Readers to help prevent a potential health/wellness issue. Readers engage with the editorials differently than they do with Visual Ads. They’re not just being told to buy a product or service—they are being educated and informed. Given time to understand the benefits to their health and wellbeing
Valentines Vegan Style
16 ounces Vegan Cream Cheese (room temp); ⅔ cup Sugar; 2 TBSP Cornstarch (tapioca starch or arrowroot); 3 TBSP Milk (unsweetened Almond, Oat or Coconut Milk); 1 TBSP Lemon Juice; 1 TSP Vanilla Extract. CRUST: Traditional Graham Crust, Vegan: 1 1/2 C graham cracker crumbs; 1/3 C sugar; 1/3 C vegan butter; 1/2 TSP cinnamon. In large bowl, add crust ingredients, mix well. Transfer to 8-inch pie plate. Refrigerate crust while you prepare cheesecake mixture. Using an electric mixer, beat together: Cream Cheese with Sugar until smooth. Add milk, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Continue beating on low, until combined, then turn up mixer speed, beat on high, until smooth. Transfer the Cheesecake filling into pie crust and spread out using rubber spatula. Bake 40-45 minutes. Once cooked, remove from the oven and let cool in the cake pan completely. Refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Oral Health & Your Heart
Oral health significantly impacts heart health due to the connection between gum disease and cardiovascular conditions. Poor oral hygiene can lead to gum inflammation, or periodontitis, caused by harmful bacteria. These bacteria can enter the bloodstream, triggering systemic inflammation and contributing to the formation of arterial plaques, a condition known as atherosclerosis. This increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. Gum disease is also linked to higher levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), an inflammatory marker associated with heart disease. Maintaining good oral hygiene through brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits is essential for protecting both oral and cardiovascular health.
February calls it LOVE…
…but love isn’t just an emotion. It is an intelligent quantum field we can consciously access and sustain.
When our inner landscape is crowded with unresolved fear, grief, confusion, or trauma, it becomes harder to hold the frequency of love consistently. These lower-density states distort the field. Clearing old imprints creates coherence. As space opens, love has room to grow into a lived state of being. Our sessions help identify and clear energetic distortions, allowing you to access, embody, and maintain the love field—within yourself, your relationships, and the wider collective.
Relief for Tension Headaches
Tension headaches often stem from tight muscles, poor posture, and restricted movement in the neck and upper back. Chiropractic care offers a targeted solution. Through spinal adjustments, posture correction, and soft tissue therapies like Graston and Active Release Technique (ART), we address the root cause—muscle tension and joint restriction. Graston breaks down scar tissue and adhesions, while ART releases tight, overused muscles that contribute to headaches. Combined with posture retraining, this approach relieves pain and prevents future flare-ups. Say goodbye to painkillers and hello to lasting relief. Book your chiropractic assessment with Dr. Rachel Poff at Origin Integrated Health and start living headache-free.
Caregiver Support Groups
SSNVI hosts a monthly opportunity for caregivers to meet in a friendly, supportive environment where they can interact with, receive, and give support to other caregivers. Currently, these groups are held in Comox.
Groups held: First Tuesday, and second Thursday of each month from 1-3pm.
If you are interested or want to learn more about our Caregiver Support groups, please contact the office by email [email protected] or by phone at 250-218-3011.
Family Day Gratitude
Family Day reminds us that family is at the heart of our lives and communities. Amid busy routines and digital distractions, it reminds us to pause, reconnect, listen, and be present with those who matter most. Families—by blood, marriage, friendship, or choice—provide love, belonging, and resilience. When families are supported, individuals are healthier, children thrive, and communities grow stronger. Family Day renews our commitment to care for one another all year long.
How Heart Disease Differs in Women
Heart disease often presents differently in women than in men, which can delay diagnosis and treatment. While men typically experience classic chest pain, women may have subtler symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, nausea, dizziness, or pain in the jaw, neck, or back. Hormonal changes, especially after menopause, can increase risk by affecting cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood vessel health. Women are also more likely to develop microvascular disease, which affects smaller heart arteries and may not show on standard tests. Awareness of these differences and timely medical evaluation are essential for effective prevention and treatment.
