In the decision making stage of the career exploration process, it’s time to take all the accumulated information and analyze how each career works with your life priorities. While looking at how each career matches up with aspects such as your life values, interests and skills, it is important to understand that; *There is more than one great career per person. *A career may not always fill every want or desire. *Some elements and goals will need addition activities to feel complete. *It’s ok to feel uncertain and emotional. Be sure to make decision based on knowledge rather than assumption.
Community News
Using Headphones Safely
According to the World Health Organization, more than one billion 12 to 35-year-olds, risk irreversible hearing loss from exposure to loud sounds such as music played on their smartphone. To prevent noise-induced hearing loss and related conditions such as tinnitus – commonly experienced as a ringing sound inside the ear – monitor how loud, and for how long, you listen to music. Sound is measured in units called decibels or dBA. Music through headphones at maximum volume measure 94-110 dBA. Sounds at or above 85 dBA can cause hearing loss. Test your hearing today at NexGen Hearing!
Island Ford Superstore Matching Donations
Sundrops afterschool program now has a new 24 passenger bus equipped with TWO wheelchair lifts to transport kids to and from community activities. Variety, the Children’s Charity has covered half the cost and Clements Centre has announced a fundraiser “Kick-Start” the Bus to raise the other 50%. Our friends at Island Ford Superstore are generously matching community donations up to $10,000. You can help to Kick Start the Bus with this incredible opportunity to double your donation and double your impact! Every dollar you donate will directly touch the life of a child by providing barrier-free access to community activities.
Early Signs of Dementia
Some forgetfulness is a normal part of growing older, but it’s important to be aware of memory changes as they can be a sign of a serious problem. Along with memory changes, sudden changes to your loved one’s personality, such as paranoia and aggression, are often early signs of Dementia. For some, another early sign of dementia is having changes in vision. Your loved one may have trouble reading or seeing the differences in color. Other changes may include problems with speech and writing, poor judgment, having trouble with finances, withdrawal from social activities, and carelessness. Early diagnosis can assist you in getting help for your loved one.
Summer Supplements!
As you are enjoying the summer, keep these things in mind. Trace minerals are important for metabolic and brain functions. These are lost through activities and sweating in the heat so add vital electrolyte to your water! They are available in liquid form and from sea or Himalayan salts. Protect your skin from sun damage and dryness. Use Hyaluronic acid or aloe vera internally and/or topical for dryness and burns. Biotin provides help for brittle nails and hair. All the supplements to help you stay safe and happy are available at our store. Be extra well and have fun!!
Golden Gamers
“Golden Gamers” is a recent term used to describe seniors who play video games. Some play to pass the time, some play to connect with their grandkids and some play competitively. There’s nothing wrong with playing video games, online or on a console. Just like gambling, some seniors may be vulnerable to the addictive qualities that the gamblification of gaming offers. This includes paying to open loot boxes for premium items, skins, coins, extended time, etc. No different than slot machines, some games can entice vulnerable seniors to spend beyond their means. For more information, contact VIGamingSupport.ca.
Fear of Falls Causes Unsafe Behavior
Someone who is fearful of falls, may start to avoid everyday activities by staying home and doing less. This lack of activity leads to the loss of strength, reduced muscle tone, and loss of coordination and balance. This deterioration of your physical being increases the risk of falling and, when a fall does occur, the fear is further heightened. Turn your fear of falling into positive actions: remain active, exercise regularly, use assistive devices such as walkers or grab bars, wear sensible shoes and consider participating in a group session with others who are anxious about falling.
Impact of Re-Opened Gaming Venues
Casinos and gaming centres are opening again after a long pause of over 15 months. Are you excited? Happy? Concerned? Anxious? Are you looking to make a re-entry plan that will keep gambling fun and recreational? Would you like to connect with someone for support? Perhaps you want to assess the impact of re-opening land-based gaming venues will have on your relationship with gambling? All of us at Vigamingsupport.ca are here to help you navigate this renewed reality. Whether you are concerned about a loved one’s relationship with gambling, or your own, we are here. Support groups. One-to-One support. Counselling. Reset. Regroup. Restore.
Pharmacy Services for You!
Your pharmacist offers solutions that can help you manage multiple medications. 1. Synchronized Refill Dates. The quantities of your medication may be adjusted to coordinate refill dates. All medications can be refilled at one time reducing the number of visits to the pharmacy. 2. Blister packaging to arrange your medications in a weekly or monthly schedule. 3. Extension of Expired Refills. Sometimes a prescription expires before you can see your doctor. Following an assessment, your pharmacist may be able to renew your prescription.
Help Your Family Member Get a Hearing Test
When you notice that someone close to you may have untreated hearing loss, it’s natural to want to help them. Here are 7 ways to urge them to have their hearing checked: *Point out that annual hearing tests are recommended for everyone, *Explain what they risk by waiting, *Prepare for common objections, *Let them know they’re not alone, *Go with them and have your hearing tested too, *Don’t be the only voice that speaks up, call your local professional and ask for their advice. Your hearing professionals are happy to help.
Using Time Outs with Your Child
Timeout is a temporary, artificial, and inadequate solution to a real problem. Worse, it actually prevents us from seeing the real problem, because when kids feel judged and rejected, they tend to clam up (as we all do). In truth, timeout is the exact opposite of what our children need when their behavior hits the skids. Defiance, aggression and other limit pushing behavior are our children’s way of letting us know their impulses have taken hold. We successfully handle challenging behavior by following these steps:*Focus on helping our children when they can’t help themselves, *Set limits calmly and early, expect impulsivity, *Be ready to physically follow through with limits by preventing unsafe or inappropriate behavior, *Accept and acknowledge feelings without judgment, so that children can trust us as their empathic leaders and themselves as good people.
