Hope for good things…
How to Feel Better…
Self-care: Taking Care of the Caregivers
Hey everyone, there is a free webinar/workshop being offered by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) on June 2nd about the importance of practicing self-care as a caregiver – check it out and pass it on!
Your social distancing reminder of the week…
…courtesy of the Monty Python Ministry of Silly Walks! Brought to you by CBC news and John Cleese (via Twitter).
In a park in Ottawa ( Probably Canada, although there’s no ’Sorry’ at the end ) pic.twitter.com/J6Hp48eYzh
— John Cleese (@JohnCleese) April 9, 2020
Laurel posAbilities Newsletter!
Hey everyone, check out this special edition of the Laurel posAbilities Newsletter — and keep an eye out for Roy’s experiences with our community support on page 2! Way to go, guys!
Managing Stress, Anxiety & Depression…
Hey everyone, here is the link to the Province of BC webpage all about Managing COVID-19 Stress, Anxiety & Depression. There are 5 strategies recommended to help people cope and support one another:
- Know the Facts
- Reach Out
- Have Calm Conversation
- Practice Self-Care
- Seek Help
The website also has great resources available and linked with each strategy. Check it out!
You are appreciated…!
Just a reminder as we head into the weekend…you are appreciated! Take care and be well.
Updated Hospital Visit Guidelines…
Hey everyone, the Ministry of Health has issued updated guidance about essential visits to support individuals with disabilities while in the hospital. If a visit is deemed “essential,” then it is permitted.
CLBC has released an update bulletin summarizing the information, with a link to the full document. Check it out, and please pass along.
—UPDATE: June 1, 2020—
There is a plain language summary now available from CLBC.
Your social distancing reminder of the week…
Workers at the 32nd Street Tim Hortons in Vernon videotaped a dance salute to frontline health care workers — we can all support frontline workers by staying at least 2m apart!
Stay safe and healthy!
Golden Rules…
