Yoga Nidra with Aromatherapy
‘Reiki for Residents’ at Golden Living February 21st
Your Bridge to Health; Promoting Optimal Wellness for Mind, Body & Spirit
Reiki for Relaxation, Comfort and Calm – Reiki (ray-kee) will offered to residents at Golden Living Center Gloucester. Tuesday, February 21st. 2 pm – 3:30 pm.
Golden Living Residents can sign up through the Activities Department. Family members and health care agents can sign up loved ones unable to sign themselves up (Alzheimer’s, dementia, post-stroke, or other cognitive issues.) Attention is paid to comfort, safety, hygiene and confidentiality.
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Reiki is considered generally safe and has the potential benefits of relief of stress and anxiety, improved comfort and increased calm.
Use Caution in the Snow
Your Bridge to Health; Promoting Optimal Wellness for Mind, Body and Spirit
Another Winter Storm for Gloucester and Cape Ann. Be careful out there!
Stay off streets as much as possible so the plows can do their job. Shovel out fire hydrants from the snow.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors – Check-in on those that are ill or elderly.
Today’s snow is wet and heavy, creating increased risk of injury and heart attack for those shoveling. Hire a plow or a neighbor to help. If you do have to shovel or use a snow blower, follow the safety tips in the link below.
Be Careful Driving and Walking in the Snow.
If you have to get out, drive slow. Use extra caution. Wear sturdy boots with good traction and bright colors for visibility. Be safe and walk with grace.
Avoid Heart Attack and Injury. People with heart, lung and other illnesses should ask their physician for advice and recommendations before shoveling or snow blowing.
Some tips from the American Heart Association and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons:
Sprouted Mung Bean Salad
Reiki for Seniors – Tomorrow at the Rose Baker Senior Center
Your Bridge to Health; Promoting Optimal Wellness for Body, Mind and Spirit
Reiki for Seniors at the Rose Baker Senior Center. February 17th and every ‘3rd Friday’ of the month. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm. 15 minute chair reiki sessions for a nominal donation. Sign up in advance by calling – Rose Baker Senior Center Ph: ( 978) 281-9765.
Rose Baker Senior Center – 6 Manuel F. Lewis Street Gloucester, MA
Note: For people with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or Dementia, family health agents may sign a simple consent form for their loved ones to receive Reiki. This Reiki Program for Seniors is coordinated by a registered nurse and Reiki will be offered by experienced, advanced Reiki Providers that are licensed or certified, and insured. Attention is paid to safety, hygiene and confidentiality. People receiving Reiki may feel free to stop a session at any time. Most people report feeling “very relaxed,” “calm” and “peaceful.” According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Reiki is considered generally safe and has the potential benefits of relief of stress and anxiety, improved comfort and increased calm.
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Immune Booster = Almond Milk
Smile and Express Gratitude: It’s Good for Your Health
Your Bridge to Health; Promoting Optimal Wellness for Mind, Body and Spirit
A Smile Has Health Benefits for Mind, Body and Spirit. Research shows that the simple act of smiling, even when you don’t feel like it activates the brain’s neural messaging system with a variety of health benefits. No prescription needed, and no adverse side effects.
“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
How Smiling Affects Your Brain. ‘Feel good’ neurotransmitters are released.
- Release of dopamine (mediates pleasure in the brain, improves focus and attention.)
- Release of endorphins (natural pain relief.)
- Release of serotonin (improves mood.)
- Muscle relaxation (relief of muscle tension.)
- Lowering of blood pressure and heart rate.
- Neuropeptides are also released (decreases stress and inflammation.)
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