Family Matters
Embracing parenting challenges together
This is a beautiful time of year, filled with the vibrant colours of autumn, but it can also be a particularly stressful period for parents. As we transition from the relaxed summer vibe into a different rhythm at home and work, many families find themselves adjusting to new routines. Your ...
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October’s Wellness Bouquet
As the trees turn shades of orange and gold, we’re settling into the fall season. Seeing many of you at the Fall Fest event at Quebec High School was wonderful. What a heartwarming experience! Meeting familiar faces and welcoming new ones always brightens our community spirit. As October begins, WE ...
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Family Matters
Getting back into a routine doesn’t need to be a bad thing
After an easy, breezy summer, it can be tough to get back into a stricter routine in September, but routines are not all bad. 😊 Children, especially those who face any extra challenges, thrive on predictable routines because they are reassuring. Also, if a certain task proves more difficult for ...
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Autumn awaits, and WE can’t wait!
And just like that, we’re already heading into my favourite season! Don’t get me wrong, I love a sunny day and a clear blue sky, but nothing beats a dimly-lit autumn morning with the bright, orange trees outside. There’s one thing I’ve always loved about this time of year, and ...
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Family Matters
Make the most of the end of the summer
August is a lovely summer month. It is often warm but not always as hot as July. Plus, there are fewer bugs which is a wonderful perk when spending time outdoors. Have you taken a moment to prioritize what you would like to do to enjoy some quality time with your ...
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The Gift of Time
I hope you are doing well in this warm weather we are having and that you are making the most of your time with family and friends. As we enter the second half of summer, I thought I’d share something with you that’s been on my mind at a time ...
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Sun safety must-knows
With summer already in full swing, here’s a shorter blog that’s a quick read by the pool or between outings. Did you know that four groups of people are most at risk of developing summer heat-related complications? Those are young children, the elderly, the chronically ill and those working outdoors. ...
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Family Matters
Summer Lovin’
Don’t you love summertime? Most people seem more laid back, relaxed and happy in general. Simply opening the windows adds freshness and somehow makes our living space seem less cramped. Add to that the wonderful effects of feeling the breeze and hearing the birds sing. These are days when we ...
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Family Matters
Kick off the summer with us!
June is here and wow, doesn’t it feel great! Longer, brighter days, warmer weather, flowers blooming, picnics, playgrounds. Soon, the outdoor pools will open! I always feel like there is a buzz in the air this time of year when everyone is excited for the start of summer and getting ...
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Community Wellness
Men’s Health Matters
As we head full swing into summer, I am happy to share that we’ve been busy planning the upcoming fall schedule for Well 50+ and Caregivers. We have the good fortune to be able to welcome Elise Arsenault, a master’s student in social work, for a project especially for male ...
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