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100+ Women who Care Oceanside deliver a Big Cheque during Music in the Park!!

OceansideStrokeRecovery.org
April 21, 2021

Howdy Folks! 

Last week’s Music Therapy session was a special one!  The theme: Cowboy Songs (Walt’s great suggestion)!  Walt came dressed as the man in black (picture coming soon).  Hopefully, when things are brighter, we’ll see him dressed in white :D.

But the big news: 100+ Women Who Care Oceanside recently selected OSRS as the recipient of their quarterly donation to a local charity. Meeting via Zoom, they listened to 3 members talk about their nominated organization. The members then voted, OSRS was selected, and received $28,900! Thank you!!!!

From Left: 100+’ Joan Ethier and Mellisa Tracey, OSRS’ President Gerry and Coordinator Kathleen, 100+’ Debbe Patterson

 

This gift couldn’t have come at a better time, as Covid forced us to suspend many of our core fundraising activities. The funds will help cover the cost of the hall, our Coordinator, and various therapy programs. Our therapy sessions (run by professionals) include: exercise therapy, music therapy, art therapy, two speech therapists, an occupational therapist, and a psychologist (who provides counselling to stroke survivors and their caregivers).  Some of these sessions are on hold until we can meet indoors again, of course.

Best of all, attending these sessions encourages social interactions which gives us a great opportunity to tell each other some bad jokes, and further develop the things we are working on in the sessions!!!

Again, thank you, thank you, thank you (!), 100+ Women Who Care Oceanside! 

Check out some pictures from the amazing afternoon (click to enlarge):  Updated with more pictures, thank you Bernice and Suzanne!!!

Paul with his new Master ;) Paul with his new Master ;)
Walt: the Man in Black Walt: the Man in Black
John and Elaine dressed for anything! John and Elaine dressed for anything!
Christine ready to sing! Christine ready to sing!
Bernice and Karen enjoying the cool shade Bernice and Karen enjoying the cool shade
Aren't they a cute couple Aren't they a cute couple
President Gerry. You know he's smiling! President Gerry. You know he's smiling!
Toga and Jim saying hello Toga and Jim saying hello.
Doug and Kathleen getting set up for the session. Doug n Kathleen getting set up for the session.
Doug's trusty steed Doug's trusty steed
Bill and 2 Cowgirls Bill and 2 Cowgirls
John sharing a story John sharing a story
Suzanne laughs after saying "We are all a little weird!" (IIRC) Suzanne laughs after saying, "We are all a little weird." (IIRC)
100+' Melissa Tracey and 100+' mystery photographer 100+ Melissa Tracey and 100+' mystery photographer

(Gallery will be updated with more pictures as they become available)

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A Stroke Study in need of Participants

OceansideStrokeRecovery.org
January 30, 2021

 

Hi Folks!

Kathleen has been contacted by someone doing research on stroke survivors.  She requested we share an introduction with you, and the board accepted her request.

Here’s her message:

”

Hi everyone,

 
I hope you are keeping well.
 
My name is Serena and I am a Trainee Sport and Exercise Psychologist who provides psychological support to individuals with disabilities.
 
I am currently looking to virtually interview individuals with acquired disabilities that have been discharged from rehabilitation within the last 6 months regarding the facilitators and barriers of engaging in physical activity. The virtual interview will be no longer than 45 minutes.
 
The findings of the study will contribute to creating an inclusive physical activity program for individuals with acquired disabilities to bridge the gap between discharge from rehabilitation and engaging in physical activity long term.
 
If you or someone you know fits the criteria and you are interested in participating, please email me at serenamacleodsportpsych@gmail.com.
 
Thank you for your time!
 
Serena
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Thank You, Smart Move!

OceansideStrokeRecovery.org

January 18, 2021

Smart Move continues to support Oceanside Stroke Recovery Society at their new location in Parksville.  June Wood donates a portion of all items sold in the store.  She also invites her clients to donate their potion of their sold items to OSRS.  These donations are used to cover the cost of our therapy programs.

Smart Move offers their clients hand sanitizer, and masks are mandatory.  There are a variety of locally made masks for sale if someone is looking for extra reusable or washable masks.  The new store is large and can accommodate up to 20 people at a time.  June is very cautious regarding customers coming into the store.   Not only for client safety, but for the safety of staff, volunteers and herself.

Check out Smart Move’s new location at #149 Alberni Highway in downtown Parksville!

Open Tuesday to Saturday. Hours 10 am to 4 pm

OSRS members are grateful for Smart Move’s fundraising efforts.

 

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November Meetings Update

OceansideStrokeRecovery.org
November 30, 2020

Hi Folks!

November came and went with: Flu shots, exercises, and paintings, oh my!  

Special thanks to everyone for doing such a great job following the Covid Safety Measures!  We’re living through a stressful time, and these extra precautions not only keep us safe, but they allow us to more easily enjoy the therapy sessions!  

December’s Morning and Afternoon Schedules are up on the site and available here.

The flu shot clinic went off without a hitch.  Many Thanks to MJ for taking some splendid pictures of it (although Rick doesn’t appear to be enjoying himself ;). 

Check them out:

Anne and Bonnie doing standing exercises! Anne and Bonnie doing standing exercises!
Doreen showcasing a lovely scarf Doreen showcasing a lovely scarf
Darren doing paintin Darren doing paintin
Batista with Kathy and Jim in the background Batista with Kathy and Jim in the background
Avoid the tattoo! Avoid the tattoo!
Doesn't look like Rick is a fan of needles Doesn't look like Rick is a fan of needles
Rollie making sure this flu shot is on the up and up Rollie making sure this flu shot is on the up and up
Elaine making sure she's following the example Elaine making sure she's following the example
Carrie sharing poppy painting tips Carrie sharing poppy painting tips
Sit up straight ya hippy! Sit up straight ya hippy!
Bernice finishing up her masterpiece Bernice finishing up her masterpiece
Roslyn posing for MJ Roslyn posing for MJ
Suzanne smiling ear to ear! Suzanne smiling ear to ear!
OSRS Exec Meeting Nov 30th OSRS Exec Meeting Nov 30th
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Benefits of Membership
As a member of Oceanside Stroke Recovery you will receive:

Ongoing therapy (Exercise, Speech, Occupational, Art and Music)
Peer support
Caregiver counselling
Entertainment
Educational guest speakers
Social occasions
Opportunities to form new friendships

Membership fees are $45.00 per person (2020 season).

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Our Sincere Thanks …

We appreciate the ongoing support of June Wood and Smart Move Services Ltd, for sponsoring our website design, maintenance and hosting.

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