What s Up in Wellness Promotion?

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1 What s Up in Wellness Promotion? Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority Welcome to "What's up in Wellness Promotion". Read it to find what's going on in the Eastern part of our region. Most of our programs are open to all. If you would like to know more about a program in another district, please phone. Most copies are sent out electronically. To receive a copy of this newsletter electronically (to subscribe or unsubscribe) contact sborkowsky@neha.mb.ca or talk to your local Wellness Facilitator. Please note that hotmail addresses need to phone Interlake Eastern Regional Health Authority Eastern Corporate Office W.B Lewis Centre P.O. Box 339 Pinawa, MB. R0E 1L0 Phone: Fax: neha@neha.mb.ca Website: Late Fall 2012 Edition Issue 10 In This Issue Information on: Save the date Pg 1 Diabetes/Heart Health Pg.2/3 SAVE THE DATE Healthy Together Now! Regional Conference March 5, 2013 Lac du Bonnet Community Centre Chronic diseases are one of the leading causes of death and disability and are largely preventable. This is the first Canadian generation to have a lower life expectancy than their parents. Healthy Together Now (HTN), is an on going initiative supporting communities across Manitoba in their chronic disease prevention efforts. Healthy Together Now projects are community led, regionally coordinated and government supported. Join us as we explore what we can do to create a healthier community in which we live, work and play. Healthy Eating Pg. 3/4/5/6 French Language Services Pg. 7 Tobacco Pg. 8 Women s Health Pg. 9 Physical Activity Pg. 10/11/12 Children s Health Pg 13 Mental Health Pg 14/15 Support Groups pg 16 Seniors pg 17 Mental Wellness pg 19 Who are we? Pg 20

2 2 What s Up in Wellness Promotion?? Diabetes & Heart Health Information Sessions Find out the latest health news. Join us once a month as we share information on Diabetes and Heart Health. A Registered Nurse and Dietitian will be on hand to answer your questions. FREE! Registration is not required Lac du Bonnet Health Centre on the last Monday of the month from 10:00 11:15 am. Come 15 minutes early if you d like your blood pressure, blood sugar and/or weight measured. No classes in July, August or December. For information call Kristen, Pinawa Hospital on the last Tuesday of the month from 10:00 11:15 am. Come 15 minutes early if you d like your blood pressure, blood sugar and/or weight measured. No classes in July, August or December. For information call Kristen, Whitemouth District Health Center on the 4 th Friday of the month from 10:00 11:15 am. Come 15 minutes early if you d like your blood pressure, blood sugar and/or weight measured. No classes in July, August or December. For information call Kelly, Beausejour Primary Health Care Centre Multipurpose room located in the building attached to the hospital. On the first Thursday of the month from 10:00 11:30 am. For information, call Karen or Sharlene Pine Falls Health Complex multipurpose room on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 10:00 11:00 am. For more information call or Beren s River, Poplar River, Pauingassi, and Bloodvein: Sessions are available by Telehealth the first Wednesday of every month from 10:00 11:00 am at your community health centre. Staff and community members are invited to attend. We can all work together to improve our health!

3 3 Cholesterol Prevention and Management This session will help you understand and manage your cholesterol through lifestyle choices. No cost. Oakbank at Kin Place Health Complex Nov. 21, 2012 OR Jan. 23, :00am noon. Call to sign up. Diabetes Prevention and Management This series of 3 classes is for those at risk, plus their friends and family members, and all people interested in the prevention of diabetes. No cost. Includes: What is Diabetes& how to manage it; Complications of Diabetes & how to prevent them; Good Fats& Bad Fats; Exercise, Psycho Social Aspects, Foot Care, Glycemic Index, Fibre & Salt in Your Diet. Oakbank at Kin Place Health Complex Starts Nov. 16, 2012 OR Jan. 11, :00am Noon. To sign up for a series of 3 classes call The Art of Cooking Cooking classes for all young adults age 18 to 29 Spice up Your Dinner Table: Cooking made fun, easy and healthy! Prepare, cook and eat your creations! This program is especially designed for young adults to enjoy cooking healthy, quick meals from basic ingredients. Rev up your taste buds for an awesome taste discovery! Presented by: Karen Omichinski and Lisa Oliver, Interlake Eastern Regional Health Authority Dietitians. Funded by Healthy Together Now Manitoba Healthy Living Senior and Consumer Affairs. FREE! Beausejour at Edward Schreyer School. November 28, :30 8:30 pm. FREE! To register, contact: Bonnie Stefansson, Wellness Facilitator, The Art of Cooking Cooking classes for all adults Spice up Your Dinner Table: Cooking made fun, easy and healthy! Prepare, cook and eat your creations! Expand your repertoire with trendy tasty foods. Presented by: Karen Omichinski and Lisa Oliver, NEHA Dietitians. Funded by Healthy Together Now Manitoba Healthy Living Senior and Consumer Affairs. FREE! Beausejour at Edward Schreyer School. January 23, :30 8:30 pm. To register, contact: Bonnie Stefansson, Wellness Facilitator,

4 4 Craving Change A 4 class series that helps adults deal with the emotions, thoughts and behaviours that make it hard to control eating. Craving Change is designed for those people who struggle to maintain healthy eating habits, who say they eat for comfort or in response to strong feelings, who feel frustrated with the usual weight loss diet programs and who want to feel more in control of their eating. Facilitated by an IE RHA Registered Dietitian. FREE! Workbook included. Whitemouth Health Centre MPR. Wednesdays Oct. 24, Nov. 7, 14, and 21 st from 6:30 8:30 pm. OR Fridays, Nov. 16, 23, 30, and Dec. 7 th from 1:30 3:30 pm. Please register with Caroline, Lac du Bonnet Health Centre Classroom. Wednesdays, January 9, 16, 23, and 30 th from 6:30 8:30 pm. Please register with Caroline, Beausejour Primary Health Care Centre MPR. Wednesdays, January 30, Feb. 6, 13 and 20 th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Please register with Karen, or Bonnie Stefansson, Pine Falls and surrounding areas if you are interested in attending Craving Change in the Blue Water area, please call Michelle, A class will be planned if there is enough interest. Ask a Dietitian at the Grocery Store Join a Registered Dietitian from Interlake Eastern Regional Health Authority to answer nutrition and food label questions. Oakbank Co op. Grocery Store Tour with Dale Kornelsen, RD. November 28, :00 11:30am. Call or e mail dsawatsky@neha.mb.ca to sign up for this tour! Beausejour Co op. The THIRD Monday of each month. 10:00 am 1:00 pm. FREE! Questions:

5 5 Community Lunch N Learn Join us for a 30 minute presentation with information on wellness topics that matter to you! Bring a bagged lunch, and your questions! All sessions are free, and open to the public! May be available in other communities by Telehealth. Coffee Break Is a Coffee Break healthy for you? Learn about the potential benefits of coffee. What is this Green Coffee bean? Is it a miracle fat buster? Presented by a Registered Dietitian. Call for details. Beausejour. Nov 19, :40 Ecole Edward Schreyer School, Staff room Nov 22, :15 Beausejour Primary Health Care Centre, multi purpose room Nov 26, :00 Gillis School, Library Nov 26, :15 Beausejour Early Years School Library Tasty and Nutritious Holiday Treats Learn ways to create delicious holiday treats that are healthy AND yummy. Includes tips to help control portion size and calories over the holidays. FREE! Bring a small dish and fork for tasting. Presented by a Registered Dietitian. Call for details. Beausejour. Dec 3, :00 Gillis School, Library Dec 3, :40 Ecole Edward Schreyer School, Staff room Dec 5, :15 and 1:00 Beausejour Primary Health Care Centre, MPR Dec 10, :15 Beausejour Early Years School, Library SOY What! Basic, creative and interesting ways to use soy in the kitchen! Find out about the health benefits and separate fact from fiction! Presented by a Registered Dietitian. Call for details. Beausejour. Jan 14, :15 Beausejour Primary Health Care Centre, multi purpose room Jan 14, :40 Ecole Edward Schreyer School, Staff room Jan 15, :00 Gillis School, Library Jan 15, :15 Beausejour Early Years School Library The Basic Shelf Tasty and healthy meals don t need to cost a lot! Participants will each receive a copy of The Basic Shelf cookbook and learn how to shop on a budget for foods that offer high fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals. You will get to taste and learn how to prepare tasty recipes the whole family will enjoy! Look for posters for The Basic Shelf program coming soon. Call Michelle, or Trevor, Blue Water District Coming soon!

6 6 EESS Cooks Club! Middle and senior years students at École Edward Schreyer School in Beausejour can join the EESS Cooks Club that will run on Tuesdays at noon hour over a period of six weeks in November and December. Students will enjoy preparing, cooking and eating their creations! The EESS Cooks Club! is done in partnership with Registered Dietitians at Interlake Eastern Regional Health Authority and the staff at École Edward Schreyer School and is funded by Healthy Together Now Manitoba Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs. Beausejour at École Edward Schreyer School. Tuesdays at Noon hour. FREE! Contact Miss Rama at the school to sign up! Cooking with Kids Grades 1 3 Kids will have a blast cooking up a storm! Parents will learn tips on how to involve their kids in the kitchen. Exposure in the kitchen at an early age will give kids confidence and skills that will last a lifetime! Together we will cook supper, share the meal, and have fun doing it! Who Should Attend? Children in Grades 1 3 and their parents. Children should have a light meal before attending. Presented by Karen Omichinski, and Lisa Oliver, Dietitians with Interlake Eastern Regional Health Authority. Funded by Healthy Together Now Manitoba Healthy Living Senior and Consumer Affairs. Beausejour at Edward Schreyer School. November 21, :30 7:15 pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE! To Register, contact: Bonnie Stefansson, Wellness Facilitator, Kids in the Kitchen! Kids will have a blast cooking up a storm! Kids in the Kitchen is designed for children 6 to11 years of age. Nutrition activities included with each lesson plan are designed for ages 6 to 8 and 9 to 11. Exposure in the kitchen at an early age will give kids confidence and skills for lifelong health eating! FREE! Limited Registration. Dugald at Springfield Public Library. 4 Week Sessions start Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012 OR Dec. 4, :30 7:45 pm. To register call Cherie,

7 7 Séries Télésanté Please note English follows below Les Effets de la maladie d Alzheimer sur les aidants, la famille et la communauté Par Sophie Éthier, Ph.D., Professeure adjointe, Université Laval. Lundi, le 5 novembre, h30 à 14h30. La séance se déroulera dans la salle Polyvalente du Centre de santé à Pine Falls. Réservez votre place à l avance au allo (2556) ou Séances prévenu pour 2013 infos à suivre Maintien et perte de poids par Danielle Bouchard, Professeure adjointe, Université du Manitoba (janvier) La gestion du stress La ménopause Telehealth Series Please note the following sessions will be offered in French How Alzheimer s Disease Affects Caregivers, Family and the Community Presented by Sophie Étier, PhD, associate professor, Laval University. Monday, Novembre 5, :30 2:30 pm. Via Telehealth at the Pine Falls Health Complex, Multipurpose Room. Register by calling allo (2556) or Sessions coming in 2013 more info TBA Weight loss and maintenance, presented by Danielle Bouchard, Associate Professor, University of Manitoba (January) Managing Stress Menopause

8 8 Quitting Smoking Did you know that the single best thing a smoker can do for his or her health is to quit smoking? You can quit and we can help! Struggling with Quitting? Free individual or group counselling. Please let us know when YOU are available. To reserve a space in your area call: Beausejour & Brokenhead Blue Water Iron Rose Springfield Winnipeg River Commit to Quit You learned to smoke. Now you can learn not to smoke! This 6 week quit smoking group program assists participants to learn skills and techniques to be smoke free. Includes smoking patterns, reasons for smoking, reasons to quit, triggers, coping with withdrawal, dealing with slips as well as the use of medications. Presented by Kelly Deveau, IE RHA Primary Health Care Nurse. FREE! Please register with Caroline, Pinawa Hospital Conference Room. Tuesdays January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, & 19, 6:30 7:30pm. Preparing for, and quitting smoking Are you a smoker? Attend the program below that matches how ready you are to quit. These free programs are presented by Sharlene Thompson, Primary Health Care Nurse with the Interlake Eastern Regional Health Authority and will be held at the Beausejour Primary Health Care Centre, MPR. They are based on the Canadian Cancer Society s One Step at a Time program and developed by the Manitoba Tobacco Reduction Alliance Inc. FREE! Tobacco Basics Presentation: getting ready to quit One Step at a Time Not sure if you want to quit? Have you decided to quit? This one hour session is for anyone who wants to get more information on quitting smoking. Thursday January 17, :30 pm to 7:30 pm. Beausejour. Register by Tuesday Jan 15 at Smokers Quit Program: for smokers who want to quit One Step at a Time This 4 week program is for smokers who have decided that they want to quit smoking. It provides support through tools that help smokers understand their habit better so they can make plans and take action to meet their own quitting needs. It also provides solid advice to help smokers cope during the quitting process. Thursdays Jan 24, 31 and Feb 14, and 21 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Beausejour. Register by Tuesday Jan 22 at

9 Healthy Living in North East 9 BreastCheck Mobile Breast Screening Clinic As you age, the chance of getting breast cancer increases. Early detection is the best protection! If you are a woman over 50 years of age and you missed your appointment last year or are due for screening please attend: Pine Falls October 31 November 20, 2012 Hollow Water November 1 & 2, 2012 Lac du Bonnet Late November 2012 Pinawa Mid December 2012 Beausejour End of December 2012 Whitemouth January 2013 Berens River February 2013 To book your appointment call toll free, MENOPAUSE Information Session Is it hot in here? All you ever wanted to know about Menopause! A 2 class series helping women make informed decisions. Presented by a Nurse Practitioner, Registered Dietitian and Primary Health Care Nurse. To register for the 2 evening session call Caroline, Lac du Bonnet Health Centre Classroom. Wednesday, April 3 & 10, 2013 from 6:30 8:30pm. SOS Sharing Our Stories of recovery Individuals share personal stories of living well with mental illness. There is hope for recovery and understanding. Your Mental Health Matters! Did you know? 1 in 5 Canadians will be diagnosed with a mental health issue at some point in their life time. If you would like to arrange this presentation for your group call Elsa, or eastman@adam.mb.ca

10 10 Breakfast with the Experts How does physical activity help to prevent and manage Type 2 Diabetes? Join Dr. Jon McGavock, Associate Professor, Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Manitoba, who is currently unraveling the dose of physical activity we need. Presentation FREE! Optional continental breakfast and bottomless cup of coffee served prior to the session for $5. Sponsored by the Canadian Diabetes Association in partnership with IERHA. Lac du Bonnet at the Pioneer Club. Saturday, November 3, :00 11:00am. Reserve your spot early! Call Caroline, Springfield Sports Club Join us for our 3rd season. We'll be starting with Dodge ball, a favourite of past SSC players. New members welcome to come on out. Oakbank Elementary School gym (826 Cedar Ave., Oakbank). Starts Wednesday, Oct. 17, :00 8:00 pm. Contact or e mail springfieldsportsclub@gmail.com or phone Andrea at Father/Son Outdoor Snowshoe Adventure Spend the day outdoors, snowshoeing with a guide, and making a healthy campfire lunch during the trek. For ages 8+ with a caregiver. Space is limited. Sponsored by Healthy Together Now Manitoba Healthy Living Senior and Consumer Affairs. Whitemouth. February 23, Interested? Call Josie to sign up! Mother/Daughter/Women's Wellness Day A full day of positive and healthy activities, guest speakers, healthy foods, and more! For ages with a caregiver. Space is limited. Sponsored by Healthy Together Now Manitoba Healthy Living Senior and Consumer Affairs. Whitemouth. March 9, Interested? Call Josie to reserve your spot!

11 11 Recreation There are many programs sports and fitness classes running throughout the Interlake Eastern RHA to help all ages and abilities stay healthy. For information and registration details: Whitemouth River Recreation Commission Josie Winnipeg River Recreation District Allison Beausejour Recreation Department Sherri ext. 3 Springfield Recreation Commission Shawn Edgewater Recreation Commission Lori (Powerview Pine Falls/RM of Alexander) KidSport So ALL Kids Can Play! Sport provides kids with a sense of belonging, self esteem and confidence, while teaching them valuable life skills. Since not every child has the chance to experience sport because of a family s financial limitations, it is KidSport s goal to enable as many of Manitoba s lessfortunate children as possible to participate in sport, realize its benefits and improve their future. Eligible families can apply for Kidsport funding for up to $ per year per child Intake deadline January 15 th. Applications must be submitted prior to the start of the sport program. For more information or to receive an application for assistance please contact the Sport Manitoba Eastman Region office at or toll free at (ext. 6). Whitemouth River Recreation Commission Residential Survey This survey is available until October 31, If you are a resident of the RM of Reynolds or the RM of Whitemouth, please take a few minutes to fill it out online: You can also pick up a paper copy at either RM or Rec office, or call to have it mailed out to you.

12 12 Pedometers & Walking Poles Check out the pedometers and walking poles that are available for loan from your local Library! For library hours call: Lac du Bonnet Library Pinawa Library Whitemouth Library Walk the Halls Don t let the weather stop you from walking this fall, when you have a comfortable opportunity to walk indoors. Fee: $1/day. No need to register. Indoor gear please: indoor shoes rubber wheeled walkers rubber tipped poles Lac du Bonnet Community Centre. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 1:00 2:00 pm. For more information call Pat, World Diabetes Day World Diabetes Day is observed every 14th of November. This year, the International Diabetes Federation has chosen the slogan DIABETES: PROTECT OUR FUTURE. World Diabetes Day 2012 is the fourth of a five year focus on diabetes education and prevention. Help save more lives by educating more people about diabetes. Join us at an awareness walk. Beausejour at the SunGro Centre walking track. Wednesday November 14, :15 12:45 pm. FREE! For information contact: Bonnie Stefansson, Wellness Facilitator, Risk Factor Assessment Clinics Making healthier lifestyle choices can help you reduce your risk of chronic diseases. Why not start now to learn what you can do to reduce your risk factors for cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, kidney disease and respiratory diseases? Join a nurse and registered dietitian to learn more about getting a blood pressure and blood sugar readings and analysis of your lifestyle. No cost. To set up a clinic at for your group or work place, call Dawn

13 13 Early Childhood Wings of Power has many programs promoting parenting, early childhood development, healthy eating and community. The Blue Water Mobile Prenatal Team offers prenatal and postnatal classes and support. Check out their website at or call or Prenatal Classes Having a baby? Classes cover healthy pregnancy, labour and delivery comfort measures, pain control, post partum care and breastfeeding. Set of 4 classes. Dates and locations of upcoming classes available on the NEHA website at FREE! To register call Sandi, Our Time Healthy Baby Drop in Open to all women who are pregnant or have a child under one year. Partners and siblings are welcome. For information call Shelly, or skaminski@neha.mb.ca or call your local public health nurse. FREE!. Lac du Bonnet. Mrs. Lucci s Resource Centre. Every second Thursday. 10 :00 am to Noon. Oakbank Baptist Church. Every second Tuesday. 9:30 to 11:30 am. The outdoor environment represents an opportunity for increasing physical ac vity among children and youth. Parks, trails, recrea on facili es and schools provide se ngs that can facilitate physical ac vity among youth and children. Exposure to the natural environment may have numerous health benefits for children, par cularly, improved mental health. Youth enjoy a wide range of outdoor land and water based ac vi es, and prefer to par cipate with friends. Barriers to par cipa ng in physical ac vity outdoors are important. Source: h p:// April_ResearchFile_EN.pdf

14 14 Hearing Voices Hearing Voices that are Distressing is a 2 ½ hour simulation workshop designed for caregivers, family members and professionals who work or live with people who hear distressing voices. Includes debriefing, and discussion and question period about schizophrenia and psychosis. Brought to you by Kim Heidinger, Outreach Worker, Manitoba Schizophrenia Society. Free. Lac du Bonnet Health Centre. November 3, :30 am Noon. Please pre register with Caroline, Get a Grip on Stress A 4 class Stress Busters Series. Do you feel as if you are being pulled in a thousand different directions by the demands of family, work and other personal commitments? Do certain people stress you out? Is your body physically drained from stress? Stress is a natural and essential part of our lives. If left unmanaged, it can become harmful. Get a Grip on Stress will provide you with some Stress Busters; tool and methods for balancing your life, dealing with stressful people and situations, and keeping your body in stress fighting shape. Fee: $10.00/person or $15.00/couple, includes the set of 4 classes. Lac du Bonnet Health Centre Classroom Four Wednesday evenings, February 6, 13, 20, and 27, :30 8:30 pm. Register by Jan. 31 st, 2013 at the Lac du Bonnet Health Centre Please register with Caroline, Word Art Collaging with words contributes to personal growth and healing. This form of collage lets us to find our words when we feel we cannot find the words within ourselves. Word collage helps those who have had difficulty expressing themselves verbally, whether it is due to stress, anxiety, mental illness, fear, trauma, etc. Join Kim Heidinger for a 4 session program. FREE! Lac du Bonnet Public Library. Wednesdays, January 9, 16, 23 & 30, :00 3:00 pm. Pre Register for this series of 4 sessions. Call Caroline,

15 15 safetalk Help to create suicide safer communities. safetalk is a training that prepares anyone over the age of 15 to identify persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to suicide first aid resources. Most people with thoughts of suicide invite help to stay safe. Alert helpers know how to use these opportunities to support that desire for safety. To register: ; Have questions? Get Better Together! Program Back by popular demand! For anyone living with an ongoing health condition, for example, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, chronic pain, arthritis, MS, depression, asthma, anxiety, cancer, or fibromyalgia. Learn to take control of your health and better manage your pain; deal with fatigue & frustration; increase your energy level; eat well to live well; solve problems & meet personal goals; start an exercise program; use medications effectively; and talk more easily to your doctor. 2 ½ hours per week for six weeks. FREE! Includes the book Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions. Whitemouth location & Spring dates TBA Limited registration Book early to reserve a spot! To register call Caroline, Become a Leader Get Better Together! A program for living better with ongoing health conditions (arthritis, MS, depression, heart disease, asthma, chronic pain, diabetes, anxiety, cancer, fibromyalgia) needs volunteers! Do you enjoy helping others? Do you have experience with chronic conditions? Would you like to learn to better manage your own health? The 4 day, 27 hour, thorough training course teaches you to lead the 6 week Get Better Together! Program. No experience required. No cost. Leaders receive a scripted manual & always teach in pairs. For information call Dawn,

16 16 Lac du Bonnet Support Group Mental Health Drop In Groups are open to anyone living with a mental health problem, looking for a welcoming and supportive environment. Family and friends welcome. Lac du Bonnet Health Centre Classroom. Last Thursday of the month from 10:30 am until Noon. For information call Elsa, or eastman@adam.mb.ca. Canadian Mental Health Association Support Groups Social/education support and a fun, relaxed environment for those coping with mental illness. Pine Falls First Wednesday of the Month from 1:30 3:00pm. Wings of Power Basement. Beausejour Last Tuesday of the Month from 2:00 3:30pm. Copper Pot Restaurant Lac du Bonnet Drop in hours every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00am 3:00pm at the Serenity Clubhouse. For information call Bruce, Springfield Connections This Mental Health and Drop In Group is open to anyone living with mental health problems, looking for a welcoming and supportive environment. Family and friends welcome. Workshops and programs offered. Oakbank at The Basement ( 576 Balsam Crescent) Wednesdays, 11:00am 3:00 pm. For information call Judy, or jd4mdam@gmail.com Caregiver Support Groups You are a caregiver if you are a friend or family member who assists another person with tasks such as errands, housekeeping, organizing and scheduling or daily activities and care. The Caregiver group provides emotional support and encouragement, practical information and reinforces positive health practices. Lac du Bonnet at the LDB Library 1st Wed of the month 10:00 am Pinawa at the Alliance Church 1st Wed of the Month 1:00 pm Victoria Beach at the Seniors Center 2nd Wed of the Month 1:00 pm Oakbank at Kin Place Health Complex MPR 3rd Wed of the Month 1:00 pm Beausejour at Lions Manor 4th Wed of the Month 10:00 am.

17 17 Services to Seniors programs are designed to assist seniors to continue living independently in their homes. Services include: Transportation Friendly visiting Yard work, Phone calls Minor home repairs Foot care Meals on Wheels Housekeeping Congregate Meals Errands Lifeline ERIK For more information call the site nearest you: Everyone welcome. please Brokenhead Outreach for Seniors H.E.L.P. Centre (East Beach area) Springfield Services to Seniors Two Rivers Senior Resource Council, Lac du Bonnet/Pinawa Two Rivers Senior Resource Council, Whitemouth/Reynolds Senior Exercise Programs Held weekly at two sites in Springfield. Call Diane,

18 18 Healthy Together Now is a Provincial Program that is designed to reduce the burden of chronic disease for all Manitobans. Healthy Together Now activities are community led, regionally coordinated and government supported. This initiative may look different in each region. Healthy Together Now encourages organizations and individuals in the community to work together to create a healthier community though projects addressing four pillars of wellness: Healthy Eating Physical Activity No tobacco Mental Wellbeing (inter woven through the other pillars) If you or your community group would like to be involved in a Healthy Together Now project in your area, contact your local Wellness Facilitator. (see back page) Why not attend the Healthy Together Now Regional Conference on March 5, 2013 at the Lac du Bonnet Community Centre. For more information contact your local Wellness Facilitator or Dawn, or dsawatsky@neha.mb.ca

19 19 Additional Programs Available Through Manitoba Schizophrenia Society Eight Stages of Healing This program is for family members, friends and caregivers of someone with a persistent mental illness or addiction problem. It is a time for sharing and connecting with others and an opportunity to develop strategies for healing. Available as: One Day Intense Workshop, Half Day Overview Workshop and 10 Week Closed Group Sessions. Strengthening Families Together This 8 class course offers information and resources for families experiencing the impact of persistent mental illness. It includes speakers from various areas of the mental health system. Your Recovery Journey 5 sessions for people experiencing mental illness who are looking for hopeful tools to assist them in their recovery. The Truth About Schizophrenia This presentation offers facts and myths about schizophrenia and psychosis. Responding to Delusions and Hallucinations This presentation discusses how to best communicate and effectively deal with someone experiencing psychosis. For information or to book a session contact Kim, or eastmanmss@mts.net

20 20 Beausejour/Brokenhead District Bonnie Stefansson Iron Rose District Marilyn Sitar ext 4240 Winnipeg River District Caroline McIntosh Springfield District Dawn Sawatsky Blue Water District Michelle Berthelette Interlake Eastern Regional Health Authority Interested in a program being held in another district but you don t want to drive? Talk to your Wellness Facilitator to ask if day time programs can be offered by Telehealth! Eastern Corporate Office W.B Lewis Centre P.O. Box 339 Pinawa, MB. R0E 1L0 Phone: Fax: neha@neha.mb.ca Website: